Upland public meetings in 2025
50 substantive meetings from 2025, with official agendas or minutes and plain-English summaries.
Regular Meeting of the Upland Planning Commission
The Upland Planning Commission will hold a public hearing on a zoning code amendment (ZA-25-0005) that would modify Tables 17.04‑2 and 17.05‑2 to require a minimum density of 20 dwelling units per acre for parcels identified in the city’s 6th Cycle Housing Element Sites Inventory and rezoned for low‑ and very low‑income housing. The commission will also consider Conditional Use Permit No. 25-0003 for King Falafel at 1386 E. Foothill Blvd., Suite M, which seeks approval to sell beer and wine on‑site and add an outdoor patio. Additional agenda items include approval of the October 22, 2025 meeting minutes and a presentation of recent City Council actions.
- Zoning Code Amendment No. ZA-25-0005 to modify Table 17.04‑2 and 17.05‑2, adding a 20‑unit/acre minimum for low‑income housing parcels
- Conditional Use Permit No. 25-0003 for 1386 E. Foothill Blvd., Suite M (King Falafel) to allow on‑sale beer & wine and an outdoor patio
- Approval of the Regular Meeting Minutes of October 22, 2025
- Presentation of City Council actions from meetings on Oct 27, Nov 10, Nov 24, and Dec 8, 2025
- Presentation of future Planning Commission agenda items
The commission approved a resolution recommending the City Council adopt Zoning Code Amendment 25-0005, adding a note that parcels identified in the 6" Cycle Housing Element and rezoned for low- and very-low-income housing must be built at a minimum density of 20 units per acre. It also approved Conditional Use Permit CUP-25-0003, allowing King Falafel to sell beer and wine and add an outdoor patio with hookah, subject to revised conditions. The minutes from October 22, 2025 were approved and the meeting was adjourned.
- Approved minutes of October 22, 2025 (motion carried)
- Adopted resolution recommending City Council adopt Zoning Code Amendment 25-0005 (motion carried)
- Approved Conditional Use Permit CUP-25-0003 for King Falafel, with removal of Condition 30.15 (motion carried)
- Adjourned meeting (motion carried)
Upland City Council Meeting
The Upland City Council will consider a professional services agreement worth up to $540,000 with Watry Design, Inc. to prepare construction documents for a new downtown parking structure at the southeast corner of C Street and First Avenue. Other agenda items include adopting Ordinance No. 2005 for two zoning changes, approving a $45,904.17 purchase order for finance workstations, and authorizing a grant of easement to Southern California Edison for electric‑vehicle charging stations. The meeting also covers routine consent‑calendar items, legal counsel briefings on existing litigation, and updates from the Parking and Financing Authorities.
- Adopt Ordinance No. 2005 changing 460 S. Campus Ave from RM‑20 to NC and 852 Alpine St from PB/I to RM‑30
- Approve a not‑to‑exceed $540,000 professional services agreement with Watry Design for downtown parking structure design
- Approve a $45,904.17 purchase order with G/M Business Interiors for finance workstation reconfiguration
- Approve a grant of easement to Southern California Edison for electric‑vehicle charging station infrastructure
- Adopt a citywide records retention schedule and authorize destruction of certain records
The council approved the consent calendar and adopted Ordinance No. 2005, changing the zoning of 460 S. Campus Avenue to Neighborhood Commercial and 852 Alpine Street to Residential Multi-Family Medium. It ratified Councilmember Maust as Mayor Pro Tem, approved several contracts—including a $45,904.17 purchase order for finance workstations and a $540,000 professional services agreement for a downtown parking structure—and adopted resolutions updating the records retention schedule, the development impact fee schedule, and a policy for by‑right residential projects. All actions were carried unanimously.
- Approved Consent Calendar (unanimous, Councilmember Garcia absent)
- Adopted Ordinance No. 2005 changing zoning of 460 S. Campus Ave to NC and 852 Alpine St to RM-30 (unanimous)
- Ratified appointment of Councilmember Maust as Mayor Pro Tem (unanimous)
- Approved Purchase Order $45,904.17 with G/M Business Interiors for finance workstations (unanimous)
- Approved Professional Services Agreement up to $540,000 with Watry Design, Inc. for downtown parking structure (unanimous)
- Adopted Resolution No. 6855 establishing policy for by‑right residential development (unanimous)
- Approved Grant of Easement to Southern California Edison for EV charging stations (unanimous)
- Adopted Resolution No. 6856 updating the Development Impact Fee Schedule (unanimous)
City Council Advisory Committee Meeting
The committee will receive an update on the Solicitor ID Badge Program and formulate recommendations for the City Council. It will also discuss a proposal to establish a Mass Casualty Incident / Mass Displacement Incident Fund and consider parameters for its activation. Public members may address the committee during the oral communications segment.
- Solicitor ID Badge Program – update and recommendation formulation
- Proposal to create a Mass Casualty Incident / Mass Displacement Incident Fund – discussion of establishment and activation criteria
- Oral communications – public comments limited to three minutes
Upland City Council Meeting
The Upland City Council will consider several routine and substantive items, including approval of the October warrant and payroll registers totaling $13,455,554.46 and $3,115,485.68. The Council will also vote on a professional services agreement with SDI Presence to develop a five‑year IT Master Plan, authorize the purchase of a new utilities valve truck for $205,683.70, and approve Mills Act contracts for three historic properties. A public hearing will be conducted to adopt by reference the 2025 California Building Standards Codes.
- Approve October warrant registers ($13,455,554.46) and payroll registers ($3,115,485.68)
- Approve professional services agreement with SDI Presence for a five‑year IT Master Plan
- Authorize purchase of a second utilities valve truck for $205,683.70
- Approve Mills Act contracts for historic properties at 757 N. Third Ave, 1891 N. Euclid Ave, and 475 E. 9th St
- Public hearing to adopt 2025 California Building Standards Codes (Ordinance No. 2004)
The council approved the 2025 Fourth Quarter General Plan amendments, changing the land‑use designation of 460 S. Campus Avenue to Neighborhood Commercial and 852 Alpine Street to Multi‑Family Residential Medium. The related Ordinance No. 2005 adopting the two zone changes was also adopted. Both actions passed unanimously, with Councilmember Maust abstaining.
- Approved Consent Calendar items, including October warrant registers ($13,455,554.46) and payroll registers ($3,115,485.68) – unanimous
- Approved Notice of Completion for Olivedale Park playground equipment and reduced bond to 10% – unanimous
- Authorized purchase of a new utilities valve truck for $205,683.70 – unanimous
- Approved Mills Act contracts for historic properties at 757 N. Third Ave, 1891 N. Euclid Ave, and 475 E. 9th St – unanimous
- Approved professional services agreement with SDI Presence for a five‑year IT Master Plan – unanimous
- Adopted Ordinance No. 2004 adopting 2025 California Building Standards Codes – unanimous
- Adopted Resolution No. 6853 and Ordinance No. 2005 changing zoning of 460 S. Campus Ave to Neighborhood Commercial and 852 Alpine St to Multi‑Family Residential Medium – unanimous with Councilmember Maust abstaining
Regular Meeting of the Upland Planning Commission
The agenda for the Upland Planning Commission regular meeting on 2025-11-19 contains no listed items. It appears to be a procedural placeholder without any rezoning, contract, ordinance, fee change, or public hearing details. No decisions or discussions are specified in the provided document.
Upland City Council Meeting
The Upland City Council will consider a Consent Calendar and approve several professional services agreements, including a $250,000 contract with SDI Presence for a utility billing conversion and a $52,000 agreement with Friends of Upland Animal Shelter for onsite animal services. The Council will also authorize a $865,704 change order to the West End Consolidated Water Company assessments and a funding agreement with the San Bernardino County Transportation Authority for Foothill Boulevard SMART Corridor traffic signal improvements. A public hearing will be held to consider establishing a residential parking permit zone on Spinnaker Way, and the first‑quarter FY 2025‑26 budget adjustments will be reviewed and approved.
- Approve $250,000 professional services agreement with SDI Presence for utility billing conversion
- Approve $52,000 professional services agreement with Friends of Upland Animal Shelter for onsite animal services
- Approve $15,000 amendment to EnviroMINE contract extending it through 2026 (total not‑to‑exceed $60,700)
- Approve $865,704 change order for West End Consolidated Water Company assessments, raising purchase order to $1,445,504
- Authorize funding agreement for Foothill Boulevard SMART Corridor traffic signal improvements
The Upland City Council adopted Resolution 6852 creating a residential permit parking zone on Spinnaker Way between West 8th Street and its northerly terminus. The council also approved several professional services agreements, including a $299,960 Parks and Open Space Master Plan contract and a $250,000 utility billing conversion agreement. Additional items approved were a $52,000 animal‑shelter services budget, a $15,000 amendment to the EnviroMINE contract, and a $865,704 change order for water assessments. The agreement for athletic‑facility use by the Upland Unified School District was tabled.
- Approved residential permit parking zone on Spinnaker Way (unanimous)
- Approved Parks and Open Space Master Plan agreement with RHA Landscape Architects, $299,960 (unanimous)
- Approved utility billing conversion professional services agreement with SDI Presence, $250,000 plus supplemental $250,000 Water Fund appropriation (unanimous)
- Approved animal‑shelter onsite services agreement with Friends of Upland Animal Shelter, $52,000 budget adjustment (unanimous)
- Approved Amendment No. 2 to EnviroMINE contract, $15,000 (total not‑to‑exceed $60,700) (unanimous)
- Authorized Foothill Boulevard SMART Corridor traffic‑signal funding agreement with SB County Transportation Authority (unanimous)
- Authorized change order for water assessments, $865,704 (total purchase order $1,445,504) (unanimous)
- Approved third amendment to Graffiti Protective Coatings, Inc. agreement extending term through Feb 28 2026 (unanimous)
Upland City Council Meeting
The Upland City Council will hold a second reading and adopt Ordinance No. 2003, which replaces two freeway pylon signs with double‑sided digital billboards up to 65 feet tall. The council will also approve September 2025 warrant and payroll registers totaling $13,443,511.23 in checks and $2,051,079.55 in payroll disbursements. Additional actions include a professional services amendment for a paperless scanning project, acceptance of a $160,000 traffic‑safety grant, and approval of a memorandum of understanding for the West End Navigation Center.
- Ordinance No. 2003: replace two freeway pylon signs with double‑sided digital billboards (up to 65 ft high)
- Approve September 2025 warrant registers ($13,443,511.23) and payroll registers ($2,051,079.55)
- Amend Professional Services Agreement with Complete Paperless Solutions, carrying forward $135,330
- Accept Office of Traffic Safety grant of $160,000 for traffic‑safety fund
- Approve MOU for West End Navigation Center with County of San Bernardino and neighboring cities
The council approved the Consent Calendar, which included the October 13 minutes, Ordinance No. 2003 sign standards, September warrant and payroll registers, and the Treasurer's Report. It also approved several professional services agreements, accepted two Office of Traffic Safety grants, and adopted a memorandum of understanding for the West End Navigation Center. Additionally, the council adopted Ordinance No. 2003 to allow two double‑sided digital billboards and set a public hearing for the 2025 California Building Standards Codes.
- Approved Consent Calendar (unanimous) – minutes, sign‑standard ordinance, warrant and payroll registers, Treasurer’s Report
- Approved amendment to Professional Services Agreement with Complete Paperless Solutions (unanimous)
- Accepted Office of Traffic Safety grant $160,000 and Ride to Live grant $20,000 (unanimous)
- Approved Professional Services Agreement with Architerra Design Group, Inc. up to $67,250 (unanimous)
- Approved amendment to Professional Services Agreement with Your Property Solutions, total $60,000 (unanimous)
- Approved MOU for West End Navigation Center with County of San Bernardino and seven cities (unanimous)
- Held first reading of ordinance to adopt 2025 California Building Standards Codes; public hearing set for Nov 24, 2025 (unanimous)
- Adopted Ordinance No. 2003 to permit two double‑sided digital billboards (672 sq ft per face, up to 65 ft high) (unanimous)
Regular Meeting of the Upland Planning Commission
The Upland Planning Commission will consider three public‑hearing items: a conditional use permit for a firearm retailer at 715 N. Mountain Avenue, a General Plan amendment, zone change, and development plan review for the San Antonio Water Company headquarters at the southeast corner of E. 20th Street and Flower Court, and two fourth‑quarter General Plan amendments with associated zone changes at 852 Alpine Street and 460 S. Campus Avenue. The commission will also approve the minutes from the August 27, 2025 meeting and receive public comments.
- Conditional Use Permit No. CUP‑25‑0008 for a firearm retailer at 715 N. Mountain Ave.
- General Plan Amendment No. 24‑0004, Zone Change No. 24‑0004, and Development Plan Review No. 24‑0008 for SAWCO headquarters at E. 20th St & Flower Court
- General Plan Amendment No. 25‑0001 and Zone Change No. 24‑0002 for 852 Alpine St.
- General Plan Amendment GPA‑24‑0003 and Zone Change ZC‑24‑0003 for 460 S. Campus Ave.
- Approval of the Regular Meeting Minutes from August 27, 2025
The Upland Planning Commission approved Conditional Use Permit No. CUP-25-0008 for a firearm retailer at 715 N. Mountain Avenue. The project was found categorically exempt from CEQA. A new condition (20.5) requires the applicant to work with staff to void the existing CUP within 30 days after moving. No other substantive decisions were recorded at this meeting.
- Approved Conditional Use Permit No. CUP-25-0008 for firearm retailer (motion carried)
- Found project categorically exempt from CEQA (motion carried)
- Added condition 20.5 requiring voiding of existing CUP within 30 days after move-in (motion carried)
Finance Committee Meeting
The Finance Committee agenda for October 22, 2025 contains no listed items. No decisions, contracts, or discussions are detailed in the provided document. The meeting appears to be procedural with no substantive agenda content.
Public Works Committee Meeting
The agenda for the Upland Public Works Committee meeting on October 14, 2025 contains no listed items. No decisions or discussions are documented in the provided agenda. The meeting appears to be procedural with no specific actions recorded.
Upland City Council Meeting
The Upland City Council will hold public hearings to consider a specific‑plan amendment that would allow billboards in the Colonies at San Antonio area. It will also approve a $2,096.32 change order for the Police Department 2nd‑floor expansion, adopt a contract with Cornerstone Utility Engineering to underground Padua Upland 66 kV transmission lines on Stowell Street and a storm drain on 3rd Avenue, and award a $1,347,561.30 traffic‑signal modification contract to Econolite Systems with a $202,438.70 contingency.
- Amendment to Colonies at San Antonio Specific Plan to permit billboards (sign standards change)
- Change order increase of $2,096.32 for Police Department 2nd‑floor expansion project
- Contract with Cornerstone Utility Engineering for undergrounding Padua Upland 66 kV transmission lines on Stowell Street and a storm drain on 3rd Avenue
- Award of $1,347,561.30 construction contract to Econolite Systems for traffic‑signal modification project, plus $202,438.70 contingency (total $1,550,000)
- Adoption of Revised 2025 Master Fee Schedule
The council unanimously approved the award of the Project No. 85002 traffic signal modification safety contract to Econolite Systems for a total of $1,550,000. It also adopted a digital billboard ordinance, approved a downtown parking structure, and adopted the Revised 2025 Master Fee Schedule. Additional unanimous actions included naming Ralph Cavallo Road, ratifying a Library Board appointment, approving a police department expansion notice, and approving a Cornerstone Utility Engineering contract.
- Approved award of $1,550,000 traffic signal modification contract to Econolite Systems (unanimous)
- Adopted Ordinance No. 2003 for two double‑sided digital billboards (unanimous)
- Adopted Resolution No. 6850 approving historic downtown parking structure (Councilmember Zuniga abstained)
- Adopted Resolution No. 6851 adopting Revised 2025 Master Fee Schedule (unanimous)
- Adopted Resolution No. 6848 naming Ralph Cavallo Road (unanimous)
- Ratified appointment of Linda Clinton to Library Board of Trustees (unanimous)
- Approved Notice of Completion and $2,096.32 change order for Police Dept 2nd Floor Expansion (unanimous)
- Approved contract with Cornerstone Utility Engineering for underground transmission line work (unanimous)
Regular Meeting of the Upland Planning Commission
The agenda for the Upland Planning Commission regular meeting on September 24, 2025 contains no listed items. No decisions, proposals, or discussions are detailed in the provided document. The meeting appears to be procedural with no substantive agenda items.
Upland City Council Meeting
The Upland City Council will hold a second reading and adopt Ordinance No. 2001, changing zoning designations for properties listed in Exhibit A, and Ordinance No. 2002, amending the specific plan for 530 E. 9th Street and raising residential density to 40 du/ac. The council will also approve August 2025 warrant registers totaling $23,210,542.83 and payroll registers totaling $2,059,210.91. Additional actions include accepting the resignation of Library Board member Ralph Cavallo, receiving a donation of five ADU plans valued at $50,000, and approving Amendment No. 1 to the Baldy View Dog Park agreement.
- Adopt Ordinance No. 2001 (Zone Change No. 23-0001) to change zoning designations per Exhibit A and amend Municipal Code Sections 17.04, 17.05, 17.09.
- Adopt Ordinance No. 2002 (Specific Plan Amendment No. 23-0001) to re‑designate 530 E. 9th Street to Citrus Transportation District and increase density to 40 du/ac.
- Approve August 2025 warrant registers totaling $23,210,542.83 and payroll registers totaling $2,059,210.91.
- Accept resignation of Library Board of Trustees member Ralph Cavallo and post notice of vacancy.
- Accept donation of five Accessory Dwelling Unit plans valued at $50,000 from Tom Campbell, P.E.
The Upland City Council approved a series of items on the consent calendar, including housing rezoning ordinances, budget warrant and payroll payments, and several agreements. The council also accepted a library board resignation, received a donation of ADU plans, and postponed a public hearing on sign regulations to October 13, 2025. All actions were carried unanimously.
- Approved Consent Calendar items including housing rezoning ordinances (Ordinance Nos. 2001 & 2002) – unanimous
- Accepted resignation of Library Board of Trustees member Ralph Cavallo – unanimous
- Approved August warrant registers ($23,210,542.83) and payroll registers ($2,059,210.91) – unanimous
- Approved amendment to Baldy View Dog Park agreement and authorized City Manager to execute – unanimous
- Approved stockpile license agreement for Tract 20045 (KB Homes) – unanimous
- Approved professional services agreement with Staffing Network, LLC and related budget adjustment – unanimous
- Accepted donation of five ADU plans valued at $50,000, authorized staff review and publication – unanimous
- Continued public hearing on sign regulations to Oct 13, 2025 – unanimous
Upland City Council Meeting
The council will consider routine items on the Consent Calendar and adopt Ordinance No. 2000 to add informal bidding procedures to the municipal code. It will approve several contracts and grants, including a police K9 donation, an ABC grant, a HVAC contract for the Santa Fe Depot, and new police department cubicles. Finally, the council will conduct a public hearing to consider approving the Housing Element Rezoning Program.
- Public hearing to consider the Housing Element Rezoning Program
- Accept $107,534 donation from Upland Police Foundation for a new Police K9
- Accept $80,000 Alcoholic Policing Partnership grant from the California Department of Alcoholic Beverage Control
- Approve $96,465 contract with Love Aire Heating and Cooling plus $9,646 contingency (total $106,111) for the Santa Fe Depot HVAC update
- Authorize purchase of 12 police department cubicles for $130,831.85 and a $20,000 budget adjustment for cabling
The council adopted the Consent Calendar and approved July warrant and payroll registers totaling over $22 million. It accepted an $80,000 alcohol‑policing grant, authorized purchase of police office cubicles, and approved several contracts and agreements. Finally, the council adopted Resolution No. 6847 and Ordinances 2001 and 2002, changing zoning designations for multiple parcels. All actions were carried unanimously.
- Approved Consent Calendar (unanimous)
- Approved July warrant registers $20,402,745.44 and payroll registers $2,099,581.22 (unanimous)
- Accepted $80,000 Alcoholic Policing Partnership grant (unanimous)
- Authorized purchase of 12 police cubicles for $130,831.85 and $20,000 budget adjustment (unanimous)
- Approved $96,465 contract with Love Aire Heating and Cooling, $9,646 contingency, and $6,111 supplemental appropriation (unanimous)
- Approved amendment to Hardy & Harper on‑call pavement services (unanimous)
- Approved $47,500 agreement with Kosmont Financial Services (unanimous)
- Adopted Resolution No. 6847 and Ordinances 2001 & 2002 changing zoning for several parcels (unanimous)
City Council Advisory Committee Meeting
The City Council Advisory Committee meeting scheduled for September 3, 2025, is currently listed as a procedural item with no agenda items or voting results provided in the record.
- No agenda items listed
- No voting results recorded
Regular Meeting of the Upland Planning Commission
The Upland Planning Commission will hold public hearings on three development proposals: a 150,000‑sq‑ft, five‑level parking structure with 407 spaces and ground‑floor commercial space at the southwest corner of First Avenue and C Street; a tentative parcel map for 14 medical office condominium units within the existing building at 1113 N. Alta Avenue; and a conditional use permit for a 941‑sq‑ft medical massage therapy establishment at 631 N. 13th Avenue. The commission will also consider a resolution to reaffirm its rules and procedures.
- Downtown Upland Parking Structure – 150,000 sq ft, five‑level, 407 spaces, ground‑floor commercial, at First Ave & C St (APNs 1046‑402‑02 through ‑08)
- Tentative Parcel Map No. 25‑0001 – subdivision of airspace for 14 medical office condo units at 1113 N. Alta Ave (APN 1045‑472‑05)
- Conditional Use Permit No. 25‑0006 – new medical massage therapy shop, 941 sq ft, in Office Professional zone at 631 N. 13th Ave, Suite B
- Resolution to reaffirm the Upland Planning Commission’s rules and procedures (Resolution No. 5015)
The commission elected John P. Andrews as chair and Christine S. Caldwell as vice chair. It adopted resolutions recommending the City Council approve the Downtown Upland Parking Structure Project, approve a tentative parcel map for 14 medical office condominium units at 1113 N. Alta Avenue, and approve a conditional use permit for a medical massage therapy at 631 N. 13th Avenue. It also reaffirmed its rules and procedures.
- Elected John P. Andrews as Planning Commission Chair (unanimous)
- Elected Christine S. Caldwell as Vice Chair (unanimous)
- Approved minutes of July 23, 2025 (motion carried)
- Recommended Downtown Upland Parking Structure Project to City Council, finding CEQA exemption and general plan conformity (motion carried)
- Approved Tentative Parcel Map No. 25-0001 for 14 medical office condominium units at 1113 N. Alta Avenue (motion carried)
- Approved Conditional Use Permit No. CUP-25-0006 for medical massage therapy at 631 N. 13th Avenue (motion carried)
- Adopted resolution reaffirming the rules and procedures of the Upland Planning Commission (motion carried)
Upland City Council Meeting
The Upland City Council will consider a series of items including a $1.9 million award to SOFFA Electric for a SCADA system upgrade, a $216,988.20 crossing guard services agreement, and the adoption of the Measure I Five-Year Capital Improvement Plan. Additional actions include reallocating $451,505.40 of ARPA funds for the Foothill Boulevard project and approving the 2025 Weed Abatement Program Special Assessment List for placement on the property tax roll.
- Award SCADA system upgrade contract to SOFFA Electric for $1,900,000
- Approve crossing guard services agreement with All City Management Services, Inc. for $216,988.20
- Adopt Measure I Five-Year Capital Improvement Plan covering FY 2025‑26 through FY 2029‑30
- Reallocate $451,505.40 of ARPA funds to Foothill Boulevard Improvement Project
- Approve 2025 Weed Abatement Program Special Assessment List for tax roll placement
The council approved its Consent Calendar and adopted several ordinances, including one for veteran business licenses and another adding informal bidding procedures. It adopted the Measure I Five‑Year Capital Improvement Plan, adjusted funding for the Foothill Boulevard project, and approved a $216,988 crossing‑guard services agreement. The council also awarded a sole‑source $1.9 million contract to SOFFA Electric for a SCADA system upgrade. All actions were carried unanimously.
- Consent Calendar approved (unanimous)
- Ordinance No. 1999 amending veteran business license rules adopted (unanimous)
- Measure I Five‑Year Capital Improvement Plan and Project Needs Analysis adopted (unanimous)
- Foothill Boulevard funding adjusted: +$451,505.40 ARPA, –$451,505.40 RMRA (unanimous)
- Crossing guard services agreement for $216,988.20 approved (unanimous)
- Ordinance No. 2000 adding informal bidding procedures adopted (unanimous)
- Resolution No. 6845 delegating authority for informal contracts up to $220,000 adopted (unanimous)
- Sole‑source contract to SOFFA Electric for SCADA upgrade awarded, total $1,900,000 (unanimous)
Upland City Council Meeting
The Upland City Council will meet in open session for routine items and public comments, then move to a closed session to negotiate the sale of vacant land on the north side of Arrow Route near Benson Avenue. The council will also consider a consent calendar that includes approval of June warrant and payroll registers totaling $14,906,179.23 and $2,157,987.65, ratify board appointments, adopt tax and contract resolutions, and approve several side letters and purchase orders.
- Closed‑session negotiation of vacant land (APNs 1007‑271‑45 & 1007‑271‑47) on Arrow Route with Azure Seafood
- Approval of June warrant registers totaling $14,906,179.23 and payroll registers totaling $2,157,987.65
- Adoption of a resolution to levy special taxes for multiple Community Facilities Districts (CFDs 2003‑1, 2003‑2, 2015‑1, 2016‑1, 2016‑2, 2017‑1, 2022‑1)
- Approval of First Amendment to Willdan Financial Services agreement for up to $68,000 annually for debt‑issuance services
- Approval of a blanket purchase order for Lowe’s Home Improvement in the amount of $88,500 for FY 2025‑26
The City Council unanimously approved the entire consent calendar, which included the June warrant and payroll registers totaling $14,906,179.23 and $2,157,987.65, several appointments, and multiple procurement and tax resolutions. It also voted unanimously to place delinquent water, sewer, and refuse service charges on the property tax roll, and to place delinquent refuse charges on the tax roll. The council approved the Weed Abatement Program Infraction Log and authorized staff to abate the public nuisance.
- Approved Consent Calendar items, including June warrant $14,906,179.23 and payroll $2,157,987.65 (unanimous)
- Approved First Amendment to Willdan Financial Services agreement (up to $68,000 annually) (unanimous)
- Adopted Resolution to levy special taxes for multiple Community Facilities Districts for FY 2025‑26 (unanimous)
- Approved blanket purchase order for Lowe’s Home Improvement $88,500 (unanimous)
- Authorized placement of delinquent water, sewer, and refuse charges on property tax roll (unanimous)
- Authorized placement of delinquent refuse charges on property tax roll (unanimous)
- Approved Weed Abatement Program Infraction Log and authorized staff to abate public nuisance (unanimous)
- Approved purchase of hydraulic skid $98,348.71 and custom service body $34,200 for water distribution division (unanimous)
Regular Meeting of the Upland Planning Commission
The commission will hold public hearings on a Starbucks drive‑through coffee shop at 2430 Arrow Route, a subdivision and new McDonald’s restaurant at 233 S. Mountain Ave, and a comprehensive housing element rezoning package that updates the General Plan, zoning code, and a specific plan for 530 E. 9th St. It will also approve the minutes from the June 25, 2025 meeting and present future agenda items. All items are subject to appeal periods as noted in the agenda.
- Conditional Use Permit 25‑0004 & Development Plan Review 25‑0007 for a 2,434 sq ft Starbucks drive‑through at 2430 Arrow Route (Commercial District, College Park SP).
- Development Plan Review 24‑0005, Conditional Use Permits 24‑0009 & 24‑0010, and Tentative Parcel Map 24‑0001 (TPM 20819) for subdividing 6.8 acre “Mountain Green” site and adding a 4,270 sq ft McDonald’s at 233 S. Mountain Ave.
- Housing Element Rezonings – General Plan Amendment 23‑0001, Zone Change 23‑0001, Zone Code Text Amendment ZA‑25‑0003, and Specific Plan Amendment 23‑0001 affecting 530 E. 9th St. and introducing new Multi‑Family High (MFR‑H) and transit overlay standards.
- Approval of the regular meeting minutes from June 25, 2025 (Draft_Post‑Meeting Minutes PC_Jun25_2025).
- Presentation of future Planning Commission agenda items by staff.
The commission adopted a resolution approving a conditional use permit, development plan review, and environmental assessment for a drive‑through coffee shop at 2430 Arrow Route. It also approved Tentative Parcel Map No. 24‑0001 along with related development and conditional use permits for a new McDonald’s and a second drive‑through site. A separate resolution approved an additional conditional use permit and environmental assessment for the same project. All motions were carried.
- Approved Conditional Use Permit No. 25-0004, Development Plan Review No. 25-0007, and Environmental Assessment Review No. 25-0004 for coffee shop (motion carried)
- Approved Tentative Parcel Map No. 24-0001 (TPM No. 20819), Development Plan Review No. 24-0005, Conditional Use Permit No. 24-0010, and Environmental Assessment Review No. 24-0002 (motion carried)
- Approved Conditional Use Permit No. 24-0009 and Environmental Assessment Review No. 24-0002 (motion carried)
Finance Committee Meeting
The Finance Committee agenda for July 23, 2025 contains no listed items. Only standard meeting placeholders and software credits appear in the document.
Upland City Council Meeting
The provided agenda contains only procedural boilerplate and software interface elements. There are no specific decisions, proposals, or discussion items listed.
Public Works Committee Meeting
The Public Works Committee will review and file a presentation on the city's Water and Recycled Water Master Plan, Wastewater Collection System Master Plan, and Sewer System Management Plan. It will also receive and file the first draft of the Upland Mobility Master Plan, including bike network documents. Additionally, the committee will receive and file an update on the city's implementation of Senate Bill 1383 regarding organic waste reduction and edible food recovery. No formal actions or votes are scheduled beyond filing the materials.
- Receive and file presentation on Water, Recycled Water, Wastewater Collection, and Sewer System Management Plans
- Receive and file first draft of Upland Mobility Master Plan, including bike network studies
- Receive and file update on implementation of Senate Bill 1383 (organic waste reduction)
The committee met on July 8, 2025 at 5:00 p.m. in the City Council Chamber. Members heard updates on the Water/Recycled Water Master Plan, Wastewater Collections System Master Plan, Sewer System Management Plan, the Upland Mobility Master Plan, and Senate Bill 1383. Staff and consultants presented information and answered questions, but the committee did not vote on or approve any items. The meeting adjourned at 7:39 p.m.; the next meeting is scheduled for October 14, 2025.
Regular Meeting of the Upland Planning Commission
The Planning Commission will consider a request for 11 townhome units and a recommendation for the City Council to allow two large digital billboards. One other item regarding a shopping center subdivision has been requested for continuation.
- Proposed 11 townhome units in three buildings at 1213 & 1253 E. 9th Street
- Proposed two double-sided digital billboards up to 90 feet high at 1202 E. 20th Street and near the Campus Avenue off-ramp
- Request to subdivide 6.8 acres at 233 S. Mountain Ave for two drive-thru restaurants (requested for continuation to July 23, 2025)
- Approval of April 23, 2025 meeting minutes
The commission approved the development plan review, conditional use permit and tentative tract map for an 11‑townhome project at 1213 E. 9th Street, adding a condition that the roofing material provide architectural relief. It also continued several pending hearings to the July 23 meeting and recommended that the City Council adopt a sign amendment allowing two digital billboards in the Colonies at San Antonio area. All motions were carried.
- Approved minutes of the April 23, 2025 meeting (motion carried)
- Approved 11‑townhome project (DPR‑24‑0009, CUP‑25‑0002, TT‑24‑0002) with Condition of Approval No. 20.39 (motion carried)
- Continued public hearing for TPM 24‑0001, DPR 24‑0005, CUP 24‑0009, CUP 24‑0010, EA 24‑0002 to July 23, 2025 (motion carried)
- Recommended City Council approve Specific Plan No. 7 Amendment 8 and Sign Program Amendment 1 for digital billboards (motion carried)
- Adopted resolution recommending City Council approve the billboard ordinance (motion carried)
Upland City Council Meeting
The Upland City Council will hold a second reading and adopt Ordinance No. 1998, amending the zoning designation of Assessor's Parcel Number 1045-121-04 from Public Institutional to a Specific Plan called Villa Serena. The council will also approve the Police Department Tactical Team’s explosive breaching program and a series of professional services agreements and amendments, including contracts with Robert Half, Inc., Willdan Engineering, Interwest Consulting Group, and Advantec Consulting Engineers. Financial items include approval of May warrant registers totaling $11,293,162.63 and payroll registers totaling $3,015,019.74, as well as a $293,000‑per‑year traffic signal maintenance services agreement. Additional resolutions will be adopted for multi‑family rehabilitation funding, property sale on Grove Avenue, and Senate Bill 1 road maintenance funding.
- 2nd reading and adoption of Ordinance No. 1998 to change zoning of APN 1045-121-04 to Villa Serena Specific Plan
- Approval of Police Department Tactical Team explosive breaching program (materials and equipment purchase)
- Approval of May warrant registers $11,293,162.63 and payroll registers $3,015,019.74
- Approval of professional services agreements/amendments with Robert Half, Inc.; Willdan Engineering ($114,070); Interwest Consulting Group ($223,080); Advantec Consulting Engineers ($150,000)
- Approval of Traffic Signal Maintenance Services Agreement with Crosstown Electrical and Data, Inc. at $293,000 annually for two years
The council approved a $11,258,224.20 contract with Gentry Brothers for the Foothill Boulevard pavement rehabilitation and utility improvements, and adopted a zone change for APN 1045-121-04. It also approved an explosive breaching program for the police tactical team, several professional services agreements, a multi‑family rehabilitation program, and a traffic signal maintenance agreement. A resolution to sell city property on Grove Avenue was carried with two councilmembers opposed.
- Approved $11,258,224.20 Foothill Blvd pavement contract (unanimous)
- Adopted Zone Change No. ZC‑23‑0002 for APN 1045‑121‑04 (unanimous)
- Approved Explosive Breaching Program for Police Tactical Team (unanimous)
- Approved Robert Half professional services agreement (unanimous)
- Approved Willdan Engineering amendment $114,070 (unanimous)
- Approved Multi‑Family Rehabilitation Program $400,000 (unanimous)
- Approved Traffic Signal Maintenance Services Agreement $293,000 annually (unanimous)
- Adopted resolution to sell Grove Avenue property; motion carried with two opposed
Upland City Council Meeting
The Upland City Council will consider approving a series of routine contracts, including a $125,000 audit agreement and a $1.04 million radio purchase, as well as adopting the fiscal year 2025-26 investment and reserve policies. The meeting also includes a closed session regarding existing litigation and property negotiations.
- Approve $1.04 million radio purchase from Motorola Solutions
- Adopt FY 2025-26 investment and reserve policies
- Approve $150,000 contract extension with HdL Companies
- Approve $159,957.70 Metrolink security guard services
- Reject bids for Tom Thomas Magnolia Plaza project
The council adopted the Consent Calendar, ratifying appointments, policy resolutions and several professional services agreements. It rejected all bids for Project 82338 and ordered the project to be re‑advertised. The council accepted $783,944 in county funding and authorized the purchase of 130 Motorola APX N70 radios for $1,044,332. All actions were unanimous except the Library Board reappointments, which passed by a 4‑to‑1 vote.
- Approved Consent Calendar (unanimous)
- Ratified appointment of Ronald Chan to Building Appeals Board (unanimous)
- Reappointed Library Board members Ralph Cavallo and Lynn Olson (4/5 vote)
- Adopted Annual Investment Policy for FY 2025‑2026 (unanimous)
- Approved Professional Services Agreement with Robert Half, Inc. (unanimous)
- Rejected all bids for Project 82338 and ordered re‑advertising (unanimous)
- Accepted $783,944 county funding and authorized purchase of 130 police radios for $1,044,332 (unanimous)
- Approved $59,000 increase to Purchase Order 20250101 for water sampling (unanimous)
Special Upland City Council Meeting
The special workshop will begin with a call to order and allow public comments. The council will then review the mid‑year Capital Improvement Program update and a proposed organizational realignment and staffing plan for the Public Works Department, and provide direction on the proposal. The meeting will adjourn after the discussion.
- Mid‑year Capital Improvement Program (CIP) update and proposed Public Works departmental staffing and realignment plan (PDF attached).
- Oral communications – public may address agenda items (3‑minute limit per speaker).
The council convened a special workshop on June 2, 2025 to receive an update on the mid‑year Capital Improvement Program and a proposed Public Works staffing plan. Assistant City Manager Arrula presented the staff report and answered questions. No motions, votes, or formal actions were taken during the workshop.
Regular Meeting of the Upland Planning Commission
The agenda for the Upland Planning Commission regular meeting on May 28, 2025 contains no listed items; it appears to be a procedural placeholder.
Upland City Council Meeting
The City Council will consider adopting Ordinance No. 1996 to create an Entertainment Zone in Downtown Upland. The meeting includes several police equipment procurements and a funding agreement for a downtown parking structure.
- Adoption of Ordinance No. 1996 establishing a Downtown Entertainment Zone
- Funding agreement with SBCTA for Downtown Upland parking structure construction plans (up to $500,000)
- Police Department contracts with Axon for dashboard cameras ($343,337.62) and AI report writing ($283,583.70)
- Purchase order for Garage Autobody for police vehicle repairs ($70,000)
- Amendment to HdL Companies agreement for business license services (up to $395,000)
The council adopted Ordinance No. 1996 creating an Entertainment Zone in downtown Upland. It approved the April warrant and payroll registers totaling over $14 million, transferred $13,287.98 of unclaimed funds to the General Fund, and authorized several professional services and procurement contracts. A funding agreement with the San Bernardino County Transportation Authority for up to $500,000 was also approved.
- Approved Consent Calendar (unanimous)
- Adopted Ordinance No. 1996 establishing Entertainment Zone (unanimous)
- Approved April warrant registers $12,254,232.75 and payroll registers $1,919,203.53 (unanimous)
- Authorized transfer of $13,287.98 unclaimed funds to General Fund (unanimous)
- Approved Willdan Financial Services agreements up to $50,000 and $85,000 (unanimous)
- Approved $70,000 Garage Autobody purchase order for police vehicle repairs (unanimous)
- Ratified Axon Fleet 3 dashboard camera contract $343,337.62 (unanimous)
- Approved SBCTA funding agreement up to $500,000 (unanimously with one abstention)
Special Upland City Council Meeting
The Upland City Council held a special workshop on May 19, 2025 at the Council Chamber, City Hall (460 N Euclid Avenue). The council will consider and file the proposed adjustments to the Fiscal Year 2025‑26 budget, as outlined in the attached documents. The meeting also included standard items such as a call to order, oral communications, a closed session, and a city attorney report.
- Proposed adjustments to the Fiscal Year 2025‑26 budget (attachments: FY 2025‑26 Proposed Budget Adjustments.pdf, Budget Summary.pdf, FY 2025‑26 Schedule of Positions.pdf)
Upland City Council Meeting
The City Council will hold public hearings on transitioning sewer, storm drain, and trash service charges to the county property tax roll. The body will also consider establishing a downtown entertainment zone and an appeal regarding a charter school permit.
- Proposed transition of sewer, storm drain, and trash service charges to county property tax rolls
- Proposed ordinance to establish an Entertainment Zone in Downtown Upland
- Appeal of Planning Commission approval for a K-8 charter school at 20 W. 7th Street
- Agreement with Paladin Drones for a first responder drone system totaling $335,800
- Proposed vacation of a public water line easement at 1010 E. 20th Street
The Upland City Council unanimously approved several items on the consent calendar, including a $335,800 agreement to purchase First Responder drones. It also adopted resolutions to destroy certain records, to hold a public hearing on vacating a water‑line easement, and to apply for HOME program funding. The council denied an appeal and upheld the Planning Commission’s conditional use permit. Additionally, the council took the first reading of an entertainment zone ordinance.
- Approved $335,800 First Responder drone contract (unanimous)
- Approved resolution to destroy city records (unanimous)
- Approved resolution to hold public hearing on water line easement at 1010 E. 20th St (unanimous)
- Approved resolution to submit HOME program application (unanimous)
- Denied appeal and upheld Planning Commission's conditional use permit (unanimous)
- Approved first reading of entertainment zone ordinance (unanimous)
- Approved minutes of April 28, 2025 meetings (unanimous)
Special Public Works Committee Meeting
The Public Works Committee will hold a second discussion regarding the transition of sewer, storm drain, and solid waste billing to the San Bernardino County tax roll. The committee is asked to review the proposal and recommend approval of these administrative changes to the City Council for Fiscal Year 2025-26.
- Proposed transition of sewer, storm drain, and solid waste billing to the San Bernardino County tax roll for Fiscal Year 2025-26
The committee discussed the proposed transition of sewer, storm drain, and solid waste billing to the San Bernardino County tax roll. Staff presented information on billing discrepancies, rate adjustments, delinquent accounts, and an opt‑out program for property owners. While members expressed general support for the opt‑out program, the committee did not adopt any resolution or vote.
Economic Development Committee Meeting
The agenda provided contains no listed items, descriptions, or decisions. It appears to be an empty or placeholder agenda with no substantive business.
Special Finance Committee Meeting
The Upland Finance Committee will review the March 31, 2025 portfolio review, sales tax updates for 2023 and 2024, and the General Fund Reserve Policy allocations. The committee is asked to receive and file the financial documents and consider recommendations for any adjustments to the reserve policy.
- Receive and file March 31, 2025 Portfolio Review
- Review sales tax updates for 4th Quarter 2023 through 3rd Quarter 2024
- Review General Fund Reserve Policy allocations
- Consider recommendations for reserve policy adjustments
The committee reviewed the March 31, 2025 portfolio, a sales‑tax update, and the General Fund Reserve Policy allocations. After discussion, the committee requested that the city’s budget‑process policy be amended to require the Finance Committee to review reserve allocations before the City Council considers the budget. No other actions were taken.
- Requested amendment to budget process policy to require Finance Committee review of reserve allocations (no vote recorded)
Special Upland City Council Meeting
The Upland City Council will meet to discuss and potentially approve proposed budget adjustments for the 2025-26 fiscal year. The agenda includes reviews of proposed budget reductions and department reductions that were not recommended.
- Proposed Fiscal Year 2025-26 budget reductions
The council reviewed staff proposals to reduce line items in the FY 2025‑26 budget, including cuts to the Police Department, Development Services Department, and a holiday recreation event. After discussion, the council instructed staff to bring the proposed reductions back for consideration at the May 19, 2025 special city council meeting. No vote tally was recorded.
- Directed staff to bring FY 2025‑26 budget reductions back for consideration at May 19, 2025 special meeting
Upland City Council Meeting
The Upland City Council will consider and adopt a Resolution adopting the Master Fee Schedule, which updates citywide user fees. The council will also approve the purchase of two zero‑emissions backhoes for $148,964.01, adopt two ordinances (Animal Nuisance and Hardship Waivers for infraction fines), and accept a CalRecycle grant of $19,814. Public comments will be taken on the 2024 Housing Element Annual Progress Report.
- Adopt Resolution adopting the Master Fee Schedule
- Approve purchase of two EV backhoes for $148,964.01
- Adopt Ordinance No. 1994 amending animal nuisance provisions
- Adopt Ordinance No. 1995 adding hardship waiver sections
- Accept CalRecycle Beverage Container Recycling grant of $19,814
The council approved the 2025‑2030 Consolidated Plan and the 2025‑26 Community Development Block Grant Action Plan. It also adopted a new Master Fee Schedule, approved the purchase of two electric‑powered backhoes, and accepted a $19,814 CalRecycle grant. All motions were carried unanimously.
- Adopted Resolution 6824 approving the 2025‑2030 Consolidated Plan and 2025‑26 CDBG Action Plan (unanimous)
- Adopted Resolution 6825 adopting the Master Fee Schedule and amending citywide fees (unanimous)
- Approved purchase of two EV zero‑emissions backhoes for $148,964.01; authorized budget adjustment and City Manager execution (unanimous)
- Accepted CalRecycle Beverage Container Recycling grant of $19,814 and appropriated the funds (unanimous)
- Adopted Ordinance No. 1994 amending the animal disturbance code (unanimous)
- Adopted Ordinance No. 1995 adding hardship waivers for infraction fines (unanimous)
- Approved March warrant registers totaling $13,784,358.34 and payroll registers totaling $1,944,444.81 (unanimous)
- Ratified reappointment of Sean Hoss to the Public Works Committee, term to Dec 2028 (unanimous)
Regular Meeting of the Upland Planning Commission
The commission will hold a public hearing on the Villa Serena Specific Plan, which proposes 65 single‑family homes, a pocket park, a street extension, and related infrastructure on the western 9.12‑acre portion of the 15th Street flood control basin. The agenda also includes a continuation of the Mountain Green parcel map and related development plan for two new drive‑thru restaurants and a McDonald’s on a 6.8‑acre site, to be deferred to the May 28 meeting. Routine items such as approval of the March 26, 2025 meeting minutes, a presentation of recent City Council actions, and a discussion of future agenda items are also on the agenda.
- Villa Serena Specific Plan: General Plan amendment, zone change, specific plan, tentative tract map, development plan review, and environmental assessment for 65 single‑family homes and a public pocket park.
- Continuation of Tentative Parcel Map No. 24‑0001 (Mountain Green) for subdivision of a 6.8‑acre parcel to add two drive‑thru restaurants and a 4,270 sq ft McDonald’s (deferred to May 28).
- Approval of the March 26, 2025 Planning Commission meeting minutes.
- Presentation of City Council actions from the April 14, 2025 meeting.
- Presentation of future Planning Commission agenda items.
The commission adopted the Environmental Impact Report and mitigation measures for the Villa Serena project. It approved General Plan Amendment No. 23-0002, a zone change to Specific Plan, and the Tentative Tract Map No. 23-0001. The commission also continued the public hearing on additional parcel and conditional‑use items. Minutes from the March 26, 2025 meeting were approved.
- Approved adoption of the Environmental Impact Report and mitigation for Villa Serena (motion carried)
- Approved General Plan Amendment No. 23-0002 modifying PU‑FC to Specific Plan for Villa Serena (motion carried)
- Approved Zone Change No. 23-0002 from Public/Institutional to Specific Plan and adoption of Villa Serena Specific Plan (motion carried)
- Approved Tentative Tract Map No. 23-0001 (TT‑20245) Development Plan Review No. 23‑0002 (motion carried)
- Continued public hearing for Tentative Parcel Map No. 24-0001, Development Plan Review No. 24-0005, Conditional Use Permits No. 24-0009 & 24-0010, and Environmental Assessment Review No. 24-0002 (motion carried)
- Approved minutes of the March 26, 2025 meeting (Commissioner Marroquin abstained, motion carried)
Finance Committee Meeting
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Upland City Council Meeting
The Upland City Council will hold a second reading and adopt Ordinance No. 1993, amending Chapter 17.37 of the municipal code to allow Accessory Dwelling Units and Junior Accessory Dwelling Units and to declare the amendment exempt from CEQA. The council will also approve a $50,000 grant from CalRecycle for the Household Hazardous Waste Program. Additional actions include adopting a resolution to update the administrative fine schedule, approving a five‑year professional services agreement with Eagle Aerial Solutions for WaterView software, and approving first amendments to professional services agreements with Operations Management Group and Water Workforce while canceling the TKE Engineering agreement.
- Adopt Ordinance No. 1993 amending Chapter 17.37 for ADUs and Junior ADUs, CEQA exempt
- Accept $50,000 CalRecycle grant for Household Hazardous Waste Program
- Adopt resolution updating the Administrative Fine Schedule
- Approve five‑year sole‑source agreement with Eagle Aerial Solutions for WaterView software
- Approve first amendments to PSA’s with Operations Management Group and Water Workforce; cancel TKE Engineering agreement
The council approved the consent calendar unanimously. It adopted Ordinance No. 1993 amending ADU regulations, accepted a $50,000 CalRecycle grant, and approved a sole‑source agreement with Eagle Aerial Solutions for WaterView software. The council also updated the administrative fine schedule, adopted ordinances on animal disturbances and hardship waivers for infraction fines, and created an ad hoc committee for the Planning Commissioner interview panel.
- Approved Consent Calendar (unanimous)
- Adopted Ordinance No. 1993 amending ADU provisions (unanimous)
- Accepted $50,000 CalRecycle grant for hazardous waste program (unanimous)
- Approved sole‑source agreement with Eagle Aerial Solutions for WaterView software (unanimous)
- Adopted Resolution No. 6823 updating administrative fine schedule (unanimous)
- Adopted Ordinance No. 1994 amending animal disturbance code (unanimous)
- Adopted Ordinance No. 1995 adding hardship waivers for infraction fines (unanimous)
- Established ad hoc committee for Planning Commissioner interview panel (unanimous)
Public Works Committee Meeting
The Public Works Committee received and filed a report confirming no changes to the Urban Forest Management Plan, no citizen appeals, and ongoing risk management per City Code §12.26.110. The Committee also received and filed a report on the proposal to place utility bills on the San Bernardino County tax rolls. No further action was taken on either item during this meeting.
- Review of Urban Forest Management Plan changes – report filed confirming no changes, no citizen appeals, and risk matters managed per Code §12.26.110
- Consideration of placing utility bills on San Bernardino County tax rolls – report received and filed
The Public Works Committee considered placing utility bills on the San Bernardino County tax rolls and reviewed urban forest management plan changes. Both agenda items were marked as receive‑and‑file only, meaning no action was taken. No votes were recorded.
- Item b (utility bills on tax rolls): receive and file only (no action)
- Item a (urban forest management plan changes): receive and file only (no action)
Regular Meeting of the Upland Planning Commission
The Planning Commission will hold public hearings regarding a new AT&T wireless facility and a parcel map for drive-thru restaurants. The body will also determine if vacating a public utility easement at 1010 E. 20th Street conforms to the General Plan.
- CUP No. 24-0002: AT&T wireless facility with antennas on an Edison tower and a 300 sq ft equipment enclosure near Trail View Court and North Campus Avenue
- TPM No. 24-0001: Subdivision of 6.8 acres at 233 S. Mountain Ave for two new drive-thru restaurants, including a 4,270 sq ft McDonald's
- General Plan conformity for vacating 9,918 square feet of a public utility easement at 1010 E. 20th Street
The commission approved Conditional Use Permit No. 24-0002 and Development Plan Review No. 24-0001 to install a wireless telecommunications facility on Southern California Edison property. It also continued the public hearing for Tentative Parcel Map No. 24-0001 and related permits to the April 23 meeting. A resolution was adopted to vacate 9,918 sq ft of a public utility easement at 1010 E. 20th Street. The February 26, 2025 meeting minutes were approved.
- Approved Conditional Use Permit No. 24-0002 and Development Plan Review No. 24-0001 (motion carried)
- Continued Tentative Parcel Map No. 24-0001 and related permits to April 23, 2025 (motion carried)
- Adopted resolution vacating 9,918 sq ft of easement at 1010 E. 20th Street (motion carried)
- Approved February 26, 2025 meeting minutes (motion carried)
- Adjourned meeting at 7:20 p.m. (motion carried)
Upland City Council Meeting
The council will conduct a public hearing on Zoning Code Amendment No. 25-0001 to amend Chapter 17.37 concerning accessory dwelling units and determine the amendment is exempt from CEQA. In closed session, the council will discuss potential litigation and negotiate purchase terms for properties at 906 Sycamore Court and 227 N. Vallejo Way. The council will also consider routine consent‑calendar items, including approval of February warrant and payroll registers totaling $9,143,021.52 and $1,974,825.91, a professional services agreement with LWP Claims Solutions up to $75,000, and the purchase of a 6‑inch Godwin NC150S trailer‑mounted trash pump.
- Public hearing on Zoning Code Amendment No. 25-0001 to amend Chapter 17.37 (ADU/JADU) and CEQA exemption
- Closed‑session negotiations for 906 Sycamore Court with Foothill Family Shelter (price and terms)
- Closed‑session negotiations for 227 N. Vallejo Way with First Team Real Estate (price and terms)
- Approval of February warrant registers ($9,143,021.52) and payroll registers ($1,974,825.91)
- Approval of professional services agreement with LWP Claims Solutions, Inc. for workers’ compensation claims up to $75,000
The Upland City Council approved the consent calendar, which included approvals for meeting minutes, a committee appointment, the February treasurer’s report, warrant and payroll registers, a professional services agreement, and a trash‑pump purchase. The council also approved Zoning Code Amendment No. 25‑0001 to amend Chapter 17.37 for accessory dwelling units and junior accessory dwelling units, determining the amendment is exempt from CEQA. All motions were carried unanimously.
- Approved the Regular Meeting Minutes of March 10, 2025 (unanimous)
- Ratified appointment of Todd D’Braunstein to the Public Works Committee, term to expire December 2028 (unanimous)
- Received and filed the February 2025 Treasurer’s Report (unanimous)
- Approved February warrant registers totaling $9,143,021.52 and payroll registers totaling $1,974,825.91 (unanimous)
- Approved Professional Services Agreement with LWP Claims Solutions, Inc. up to $75,000 (unanimous)
- Approved purchase of a 6" Godwin NC150S trailer‑mounted trash pump from Xylem Dewatering Solutions (unanimous)
- Approved Zoning Code Amendment No. 25‑0001 amending Chapter 17.37 for ADUs/JADUs and declared it CEQA‑exempt (unanimous)
Upland City Council Meeting
The Upland City Council will consider approving mid-year budget adjustments, a response to a Grand Jury report on potholes, and the purchase of new police vehicles. The meeting also includes the approval of lease agreements for a downtown restaurant and the designation of proxies for water company boards.
- Approve Fiscal Year 2024-25 Mid-Year Budget Review and adjustments
- Purchase five 2025 Dodge Durango police vehicles and one Ford F-550 truck for $405,492.44
- Approve lease agreement for 42nd Street Bagel at 220 E. A Street
- Designate proxies for San Antonio and West End Consolidated Water Company boards
- Approve response to San Bernardino County Grand Jury findings on potholes
Regular Meeting of the Upland Planning Commission
The Upland Planning Commission will approve the November 20, 2024 meeting minutes and review recent City Council actions. It will hear public comments and consider four public‑hearing items: two conditional use permits for a charter school and a restaurant, a tentative parcel map for new drive‑thru restaurants at the Mountain Green site, and a zoning code amendment to update accessory dwelling unit regulations. Business items include adopting the 2025 holiday meeting schedule and a resolution on a city‑owned surplus parcel. The commission will then adjourn, with the next meeting set for March 26, 2025.
- Conditional Use Permit 24-0011 – Scholarship Prep charter school at 20 & 30 W. 7th St.
- Conditional Use Permit 24-0012 – Dos Mundos Kitchen license change at 425 N. Mountain Ave.
- Tentative Parcel Map 24-0001 and related permits for drive‑thru restaurants at 233 S. Mountain Ave (Mountain Green).
- Zoning Code Amendment 25-0001 – update to ADU and JADU regulations (Chapter 17.37).
- Adopt 2025 Planning Commission holiday meeting schedule and reschedule November/December meetings.
Upland City Council Meeting
The City Council will review the costs of citywide programs to determine if service reductions are necessary. The body is also considering several budget adjustments and real property negotiations in closed session.
- Review of citywide program costs to determine if service reductions are warranted
- Approval of January warrant registers totaling $22,895,132.19 and payroll registers totaling $1,989,694.00
- 3rd amendment to agreement with JL Group, LLC Workplace Solutions for $130,000 total, including a $30,000 budget adjustment
- Net zero budget adjustment of $120,000 for vehicle parts and repairs
- Closed session negotiations for a Verizon Wireless pole at Magnolia Park and a 1.03-acre parcel on Third Avenue
Upland City Council Meeting
The Upland City Council will consider several agenda items, including approving a professional services agreement with Raftelis Financial Consultants for a 2025 Water and Recycled Water Rate Study at $100,120. The council will also vote on a wastewater rate study contract for $58,520, a change order of $80,000 for the public library HVAC replacement, a $132,654 staff augmentation budget adjustment, and the reallocation of $8,030 of ARPA funds for the Santa Fe Depot patio roof project.
- Approve $100,120 PSA with Raftelis for 2025 Water and Recycled Water Rate Study
- Approve $58,520 PSA with Raftelis for 2025 Wastewater Rate Study
- Approve Change Order No. 1 of $80,000 for Upland Public Library HVAC Replacement Project
- Approve net‑zero budget adjustment of $132,654 for staff augmentation
- Reappropriate $8,030 of ARPA funds for Santa Fe Depot Patio Roof Project
Upland City Council Meeting
The City Council will consider several routine administrative approvals, including appointments to city boards and financial reports. The body will also discuss the operation of city advisory committees and receive an update on regional water pollutant permit negotiations.
- Resolution establishing citywide speed limits for 57 road segments
- Contract award to RE Chaffee Construction, Inc. for $160,000 for reservoir overflow air gap installation
- Approval of December warrant registers totaling $9,367,264.93 and payroll registers totaling $1,966,287.76
- Encroachment License Agreement for Walgreens at 1241 West Foothill Boulevard
- Purchase order increase of $23,000 for KSM Electric for water facility improvements
Finance Committee Meeting
The Upland Finance Committee meeting scheduled for January 22, 2025 has an agenda that does not list any specific items. Only generic placeholders and software interface elements are shown. Consequently, no decisions, contracts, or policy discussions are detailed for this meeting.
Regular Meeting of the Upland Planning Commission
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Public Works Committee Meeting
The Upland Public Works Committee will review a proposal to establish a franchise fee for solid waste services and recommend that the City Council adopt it. The committee will also examine the 2024 citywide engineering and traffic speed survey and recommend adopting a resolution setting speed limits on 57 roadway segments. No decisions are made at this meeting; the committee will make recommendations to the City Council.
- Establishment of a franchise fee for solid waste services – recommendation to adopt a resolution
- Citywide engineering and traffic speed survey – recommendation to adopt speed limits on 57 roadway segments
Upland City Council Meeting
The Upland City Council will consider several routine items on the consent calendar, including approvals of November warrant and payroll registers. It will also vote on a professional services agreement with HR Green to design street, water and sewer improvements on 14th Street and Grove Avenue for a total of $465,000. Additional items include a closed‑session negotiation on a 1,400‑sq‑ft parcel on Grove Avenue and approvals of contracts for electric‑vehicle charging stations and other service agreements.
- Closed‑session negotiation with Fore Property Company for a 1,400‑sq‑ft parcel on the east side of Grove Avenue (price and terms under negotiation).
- Approve HR Green professional services agreement: $421,378 plus $43,622 contingency ($465,000 total) for design of street, water and sewer improvements on 14th St (Campus Ave to Grove Ave) and Grove Ave (Foothill Blvd to 15th St).
- Approve purchase of nine CPF50 level‑2 and one CPE250 DC fast EV charging stations from ChargePoint, Inc. for $99,942.02 and a $275,000 budget amendment for the project.
- Approve Change Order No. 3 for the PD Air Handler Replacement Project with F.M. Thomas Air Conditioning, Inc. for $98,626.
- Approve First Amendment to the DTA professional services agreement for the Comprehensive Development Impact Fee Study, not‑to‑exceed $3,200, extending the term to Feb. 28 2025.