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Victorville public meetings in 2024

37 substantive meetings from 2024, with official agendas or minutes and plain-English summaries.

Tue Dec 17, 2024 · 05:00 PM

City Council Regular Meeting of December 17, 2024

City Council to vote on water fees, CFD formation, and payroll

The Victorville City Council will hold public hearings on water user fees and development impact fees, and vote to form a new Community Facilities District for municipal services. The meeting also includes the ratification of payroll and commercial demand schedules.

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✓ Decided: Council forms CFD 2024-01, sets special tax election

The City Council voted 3-2 to adopt Resolution No. 24-102 forming Community Facilities District No. 2024-01 and setting an election, then unanimously certified election results and introduced Ordinance No. 2453 to levy special taxes. The council also approved fee schedule updates, development impact fees, and numerous contracts and appointments. No reportable actions were taken in closed session.

🗳️ How they voted (3 roll-call votes)
Named votes as recorded in the official record.
Motion was made to approve staff recommendations for point 1 Moved: Council Member Irving Seconded: Mayor Becerra Comments ensued Motion passed 3-2
3 yea
Irving yea · Harriman yea · Becerra yea
Motion was made to approve staff recommendations for points 5 and 6 Moved: Council Member Irving Seconded: Mayor Becerra Motion passed 4-1
4 yea
Gaudin yea · Irving yea · Harriman yea · Becerra yea
Motion was made to approve staff recommendations for point 7 Moved: Council Member Irving Seconded: Mayor Becerra Motion passed 4-1
4 yea
Gaudin yea · Irving yea · Harriman yea · Becerra yea
Wed Dec 11, 2024 · 05:00 PM

Planning Commission Regular Meeting of December 11, 2024

Continuance request for 400,000‑sq‑ft warehouse site plan hearing

The Planning Commission will consider a continuance request to postpone the public hearing on a 400,000‑square‑foot warehouse distribution building proposed for two vacant M‑2 (Heavy Industrial) parcels at the southwest corner of the logical extension of Cactus Road and Mesa Linda Avenue. The commission will also hold public hearings on four other development proposals: a 39‑lot single‑family subdivision at Tamarisk Road and Huerta Street, a 53‑lot subdivision at Luna Road and Fremontia Road, a 30,840‑sq‑ft medical office complex with a drive‑through restaurant north of Palmdale Road, and an eight‑unit apartment complex on a mixed‑density residential parcel near Tokay Street. Each item includes a recommendation to adopt a Mitigated Negative Declaration and, where applicable, to adopt the associated tentative tract map or site plan.

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✓ Decided: Planning Commission approves four residential and commercial projects

The Victorville Planning Commission approved four development projects, all by 5-0 votes: a 39-lot single-family subdivision at Tamarisk and Huerta Street, a 53-lot subdivision at Luna and Fremontia Road, a 30,840 sq ft medical office complex with drive-thru restaurant near Palmdale Road, and an eight-unit apartment complex on Tokay Street. The commission also continued a public hearing for a proposed 400,000 sq ft warehouse to January 8, 2025. No public comments were made on most items.

Tue Dec 10, 2024 · 06:00 PM

City Council Special Meeting of December 10, 2024

Victorville council to appoint mayor and mayor pro tem

The City Council will meet to adopt election results and appoint the Mayor and Mayor Pro Tem. Newly elected members Tiffany Gaudin, Elizabeth 'Liz' Becerra, and Leslie Irving are scheduled to take their oaths of office.

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✓ Decided: Council certifies election, swears in new members, appoints Becerra mayor

The City Council certified the November 5, 2024, election results via Resolution No. 24-104 (passed 4-0), then administered oaths to newly elected members Tiffany Gaudin, Liz Becerra, and Leslie Irving. The council unanimously appointed Becerra as Mayor and Harriman as Mayor Pro Tem. No other substantive decisions were made.

🗳️ How they voted (1 roll-call vote)
Named votes as recorded in the official record.
Motion was made to approve staff recommendation Moved: Council Member Jones Seconded: Mayor Pro Tem Harriman Comments ensued Motion passed 4-0
4 yea
Irving yea · Jones yea · Harriman yea · Becerra yea
Tue Nov 26, 2024 · 06:00 PM

City Council Special Meeting of November 26, 2024

Council to approve $211,530 increase for runway reconstruction contract

The special meeting will consider a recommendation from the Southern California Logistics Airport Authority Board to adopt Resolution No. SCLAA 24-007, which raises airport operations expenses by $211,530.17. It also includes approval of Amendment One to the construction contract with Pave‑Tech Inc., increasing total compensation to $5,145,079.44 for Runway 17/35 Reconstruction Phase V, Project CC24-126. Additional agenda items are a motion to suspend council rules and a motion to agendize the formation of Community Facilities District No. 2024-01 for municipal services at a future meeting.

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✓ Decided: Council approves $211K airport runway contract amendment

The City Council, acting as the Southern California Logistics Airport Authority Board, approved a $211,530.17 budget increase and contract amendment for Runway 17/35 Reconstruction Phase V, raising the total to $5,145,079.44. The Council also voted to suspend rules to reconsider a previously failed motion on forming a City-Wide Community Facilities District, and agendized the formation of Community Facilities District No. 2024-01 for the December 17, 2024 meeting. All votes were 4-0, with Council Member Gomez absent.

🗳️ How they voted (3 roll-call votes)
Named votes as recorded in the official record.
Motion was made to approve staff recommendations Moved: Mayor Becerra Seconded: Council Member Irving Comments ensued Motion passed 4-0
4 yea
Irving yea · Jones yea · Harriman yea · Becerra yea
Motion was made to suspend the rules with the understanding that the Council will consider alternatives to the way it was originally presented in the last meeting. Moved: Council Member Jones…
4 yea
Irving yea · Jones yea · Harriman yea · Becerra yea
Motion was made to agendize the Formation of Community Facilities District No. 2024-01 to provide Municipal Services to the Regular City Council Meeting of December 17, 2024 Moved: Mayor Becerra…
4 yea
Irving yea · Jones yea · Harriman yea · Becerra yea
Tue Nov 19, 2024 · 06:00 PM

City Council Regular Meeting of November 19, 2024

City Council to hold hearings on utility rates and new facilities district

The City Council will conduct public hearings regarding updated electric and natural gas service rules and the formation of Community Facilities District No. 2024-01. The body will also consider several contract awards and budget amendments.

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✓ Decided: Council rejects CFD formation, adopts utility rate schedules and grants

The City Council rejected the formation of Community Facilities District No. 2024-01 for municipal services (motion failed 2-3), but approved updated electric and natural gas service rules and rate schedules (4-1). The council also accepted multiple grants, including $6.37M for homelessness services and $111,120 for tobacco enforcement, and approved various contracts and policies.

🗳️ How they voted — 1 divided vote
Named votes as recorded in the official record.
Motion was made to call the question Moved: Mayor Becerra Seconded: Mayor Pro Tem Harriman 28. 29, Motion failed 1-3
3 nay · 1 yea
Becerra yea · Gomez nay · Irving nay · Jones nay
The other 8 items passed by unanimous or near-unanimous consent.
Wed Nov 13, 2024 · 05:00 PM

Planning Commission Regular Meeting of November 13, 2024

Planning Commission to consider continuance for 400,000 sq ft warehouse project

The Planning Commission will discuss a request to postpone a public hearing for a proposed warehouse distribution building. Staff recommends continuing the hearing to December 11, 2024, to address public comments and provide access to reference materials.

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✓ Decided: Planning Commission continues warehouse hearing to Dec. 11

The Planning Commission voted 5-0 to continue the public hearing for a proposed 400,000-square-foot warehouse on two vacant M-2 zoned parcels to the December 11, 2024 meeting. The commission also reviewed and filed the Victorville Design Guidelines for Drainage Channels, Basins, and Landscape Areas without taking action. No other substantive decisions were made.

Tue Nov 5, 2024 · 06:00 PM

City Council Regular Meeting of November 5, 2024

City Council to approve $5.4 million commercial demand schedule

The Victorville City Council will consider several financial and policy items, including the adoption of Ordinance No. 2452 to define City Manager powers and authorize insurance use. The Council will ratify Commercial Demand Schedule No. 8 for $5,396,408.68 and Payroll Demand Schedule No. 2C for $2,273,467.42. Additional actions include approving a roof‑completion notice, a renewable power purchase amendment with AM Wind Repower LLC, and a runway reconstruction amendment increasing compensation to $1,180,236.35.

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✓ Decided: Victorville council approves $5.4M demand schedule and wind power amendment

The Victorville City Council approved all consent calendar items, including ratifying $5,396,408.68 in commercial payments and $2,273,467.42 in payroll, and adopted Ordinance No. 2452 on second reading. The council also approved Amendment No. 2 to a renewable power purchase agreement and a $142,872.52 increase to an airport runway project contract. Council members directed staff to agendize three future items: annual council compensation review, removal of a Measure P Oversight Committee member, and cancellation of the December 3 meeting. All votes were 4-0 with Council Member Gomez absent.

🗳️ How they voted (6 roll-call votes)
Named votes as recorded in the official record.
Motion was made to approve staff recommendations for Consent Calendar items 1 through 6 Moved: Council Member Jones Seconded: Mayor Pro Tem Harriman Motion passed 4-0
4 yea
Irving yea · Jones yea · Harriman yea · Becerra yea
Motion was made to approve staff recommendation Moved: Council Member Jones Seconded: Mayor Pro Tem Harriman Motion passed 4-0
4 yea
Irving yea · Jones yea · Harriman yea · Becerra yea
Motion was made to approve staff recommendations Moved: Council Member Jones Seconded: Mayor Becerra Motion passed 4-0
4 yea
Irving yea · Jones yea · Harriman yea · Becerra yea
Motion was made to agendize an item at the next City Council meeting for discussion and possible action to place a recurring item on the agenda every year for the Council to decide to adjust the…
4 yea
Irving yea · Jones yea · Harriman yea · Becerra yea
Motion was made to agendize an item at the next City Council meeting for discussion and possible action to remove Michael Krause from the City’s Measure P Oversight Committee, as he no longer holds a…
4 yea
Irving yea · Jones yea · Harriman yea · Becerra yea
Motion was made to agendize an item at the next City Council meeting for discussion and possible action to cancel the Regular City Council Meeting scheduled for December 3", 2024, since the agenda…
4 yea
Irving yea · Jones yea · Harriman yea · Becerra yea
Tue Oct 15, 2024 · 06:00 PM

City Council Regular Meeting of October 15, 2024

City Council to approve $4.93 M runway reconstruction contract for SCLAA

The Victorville City Council will hold a public hearing on Ordinance No. 2452, which would allow insurance in place of performance bonds for city officials. The council will also vote on several financial actions, including a $4,933,549.27 contract for Runway 17/35 Reconstruction Phase V and related grant allocations. Additional items include payroll demand schedules, a CNG station purchase, and a roof restoration contract.

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✓ Decided: Council introduces ordinance redefining City Manager powers, 4-1

The City Council introduced Ordinance No. 2452, which amends the municipal code to further define the City Manager's powers and duties, authorize insurance in lieu of faithful performance bonds for certain offices, and update personnel merit system provisions. The motion passed 4-1, with Council Member Gomez dissenting. The council also approved all consent calendar items and several other contracts and resolutions.

🗳️ How they voted (2 roll-call votes)
Named votes as recorded in the official record.
Motion was made to approve staff recommendations for points 3 and 4 Moved: Council Member Jones Seconded: Mayor Pro Tem Harriman Comments ensued Motion passed 4-1
4 yea
Irving yea · Jones yea · Harriman yea · Becerra yea
Motion was made to approve staff recommendations Moved: Council Member Jones Seconded: Mayor Pro Tem Harriman Comments ensued Motion passed 4-1
4 yea
Irving yea · Jones yea · Harriman yea · Becerra yea
Wed Oct 9, 2024 · 05:00 PM

Planning Commission Regular Meeting of October 9, 2024

Planning Commission to consider 131‑lot residential map at Hook Blvd & Cobalt Rd

The commission will approve minutes from its July, August and September 2024 meetings. It will hold a public hearing on a 2,900‑sq‑ft drive‑through restaurant north of Roy Rogers Drive near Civic Drive, adopting a Mitigated Negative Declaration and site‑plan resolution. It will also hold a public hearing on a Vesting Tentative Tract Map for 131 single‑family lots on about 43 acres at the southeast corner of Hook Boulevard and Cobalt Road, adopting a Mitigated Negative Declaration and map resolution.

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✓ Decided: Planning Commission approves drive-thru restaurant and 131-lot subdivision

The Victorville Planning Commission unanimously approved a site plan for a 2,900 sq. ft. drive-thru restaurant on Roy Rogers Drive, adopting a Mitigated Negative Declaration and Resolution No. P-24-054. It also approved a Vesting Tentative Tract Map for 131 single-family lots at Hook Boulevard and Cobalt Road, adopting Resolution No. P-24-053 with a minor revision to condition 50. Both motions passed 5-0.

Tue Oct 1, 2024 · 06:00 PM

City Council Regular Meeting of October 1, 2024

City Council to vote on new maximum monthly salaries for council members

The City Council and associated boards will meet to ratify payroll and commercial expenditures, approve infrastructure project completions, and consider an ordinance adjusting council member compensation based on population.

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✓ Decided: Council approves consent calendar, four-way stop, and tractor purchase

The Victorville City Council approved all consent calendar items, including payroll and commercial demand schedules, security releases, and Ordinance No. 2451 on council compensation. They also approved a resolution establishing a four-way stop at Dos Palmas Road and Mesa Linda Avenue, and the Southern California Logistics Airport Authority approved the purchase of a tractor with mower attachment. All votes were 5-0.

Tue Sep 17, 2024 · 05:00 PM

City Council Regular Meeting of September 17, 2024

City Council to consider ordinance raising council members' salaries to $1,900/month

The Victorville City Council will hold a public hearing on Ordinance No. 2451, which would increase council members' monthly salary from $1,200 to $1,900. The agenda also includes reductions of securities for several tract maps, approval of a $6.96 million commercial demand schedule, a $184,342 construction agreement for a fire‑station bay door, and a purchase of a liquid‑filled transformer up to $139,180. Additional items cover a revised council policy manual and various routine reports.

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✓ Decided: Council introduces ordinance to adjust council salaries per SB 329

The City Council introduced Ordinance No. 2451 to adjust council member salaries pursuant to Senate Bill 329, passing the first reading 3-2. The council also approved several consent calendar items, including reductions of securities for tract maps and ratification of demand schedules, and awarded a construction agreement for the Fire Station Bay Door Project.

🗳️ How they voted (5 roll-call votes)
Named votes as recorded in the official record.
Motion was made to approve staff recommendations for points 2 and 3 Moved: Council Member Jones Seconded: Mayor Pro Tem Harriman Comments ensued Motion passed 3-2
3 yea
Jones yea · Harriman yea · Becerra yea
Motion was made to approve staff recommendations Moved: Council Member Jones Seconded: Mayor Pro Tem Harriman Comments ensued Motion passed 4-1
4 yea
Irving yea · Jones yea · Harriman yea · Becerra yea
Motion was made to send letters of support for Assembly Bill 2081 and Assembly Bill 2574 to Governor Newsom following the format presented on the agenda and to copy all council members on the…
4 yea
Irving yea · Jones yea · Harriman yea · Becerra yea
Motion was made to agendize an item to create and appoint committee members which would include two council members, one executive member, and Chief Clemmer to further discuss a potential firework…
3 yea
Jones yea · Harriman yea · Becerra yea
Motion was made to approve staff recommendations Moved: Council Member Jones Seconded: Mayor Pro Tem Harriman Comments ensued Motion passed 3-2
3 yea
Jones yea · Harriman yea · Becerra yea
Wed Sep 11, 2024 · 05:00 PM

Planning Commission Regular Meeting of September 11, 2024

Planning Commission to consider three residential subdivision projects

The Planning Commission will hold public hearings on three residential tract maps. One project is requested for continuance, while two others are proposed for approval including environmental assessments.

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✓ Decided: Planning Commission approves 3 housing subdivisions totaling 299 lots

The Victorville Planning Commission approved three residential subdivision projects, each with a Mitigated Negative Declaration. A 131-lot tentative tract map at Hook Boulevard and Cobalt Road was continued to October 9, 2024. The commission approved a 61-lot vesting tentative tract map at Bear Valley Road and Verbena Road (Resolution P-24-036) and a 107-lot tentative tract map at Topaz Road and Mojave Drive (Resolution P-24-041), both by 5-0 votes.

Tue Sep 3, 2024 · 06:00 PM

City Council Regular Meeting of September 3, 2024

City Council to ratify payroll and approve security agreements

The Victorville City Council will ratify payroll and commercial demand schedules totaling over $7.4 million and approve agreements for a water recharge project and security bonds for new subdivisions.

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✓ Decided: Council votes 3-1 to urge veto of AB 98, impacting warehousing

The City Council approved sending a letter to Governor Newsom urging a veto of Assembly Bill 98, which the city attorney said would severely impact warehousing development, especially at SCLA. The council also approved several consent calendar items, including payroll and commercial demand schedules, and various agreements and resolutions. A motion to agendize a letter regarding AB 2081 and AB 2574 on residential treatment centers passed 3-1.

🗳️ How they voted — 5 divided votes
Named votes as recorded in the official record.
A Motion was made to add the Urgency Item based on staff recommendations at the end of the written communication portion of the agenda. Moved: Mayor Becerra Seconded: Mayor Pro Tem Harriman Motion…
3 yea · 1 nay
Jones yea · Harriman yea · Becerra yea · Gomez nay
Motion was made to approve staff recommendation Moved: Mayor Becerra Seconded: Mayor Pro Tem Harriman Comments ensued Motion passed 3-1
3 yea · 1 nay
Jones yea · Harriman yea · Becerra yea · Gomez nay
Motion was made to approve staff recommendation for point 2 Moved: Mayor Becerra Seconded: Council Member Jones Comments ensued Motion passed 3-1
3 yea · 1 nay
Jones yea · Harriman yea · Becerra yea · Gomez nay
Motion was made to agendize an item for discussion and possible action to send a letter to the Governor regarding Assembly Bill 2081 and Assembly Bill 2574 on the issue of homes in residential areas…
3 yea · 1 nay
Jones yea · Harriman yea · Becerra yea · Gomez nay
Motion was made to agendize an item for discussion and possible action to develop a more assertive and innovative policy to address the issue of illegal fireworks within the City. Moved: Council…
3 yea · 1 nay
Jones yea · Harriman yea · Becerra yea · Gomez nay
The other 5 items passed by unanimous or near-unanimous consent.
Tue Aug 20, 2024 · 06:00 PM

City Council Regular Meeting of August 20, 2024

City Council to award contracts for street and pavement projects

The City Council will consider awarding construction contracts for the Eucalyptus Street Infrastructure Restoration Project and a citywide pavement preservation project. The body will also hold a public hearing to adopt updated electric service rates and review various financial and administrative reports.

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✓ Decided: Council approves $1.6M pavement project and $716,989 street restoration contract

The City Council approved two public works contracts: a $716,989.50 construction contract for the Eucalyptus Street Infrastructure Restoration Project and a $1.6 million contract for the Citywide Pavement Preservation and Maintenance Project, both with CEQA exemptions. The council also adopted updated electric service rules and rate schedules, approved a consent calendar of administrative items, and approved a 2.5% wage increase for the City Manager.

🗳️ How they voted (6 roll-call votes)
Named votes as recorded in the official record.
Motion was made to combine items 29 and 30 Moved: Mayor Becerra Seconded: Mayor Pro Tem Harriman Motion passed 4-1
4 yea
Irving yea · Jones yea · Harriman yea · Becerra yea
Motion was made to combine items 31 through 34 Moved: Mayor Becerra Seconded: Council Member Irving Motion passed 4-1
4 yea
Irving yea · Jones yea · Harriman yea · Becerra yea
Motion was made to combine items 37 and 38 Moved: Mayor Becerra Seconded: Council Member Irving Motion passed 4-1 37. 38. 39
4 yea
Irving yea · Jones yea · Harriman yea · Becerra yea
Motion was made to approve staff recommendations for items 37 and 38 Moved: Council Member Jones Seconded: Mayor Pro Tem Harriman Comments ensued Motion passed 4-1
4 yea
Irving yea · Jones yea · Harriman yea · Becerra yea
Motion was made to approve City Manager Keith C. Metzler’s employment agreement with the City of Victorville including a 2.5% wage increase. Moved: Mayor Becerra Seconded: Council Member Irving…
4 yea
Irving yea · Jones yea · Harriman yea · Becerra yea
Motion was made for discussion and possible action to consider the adoption of an ordinance to align council compensation and increases with the States newly updated salary schedule. Moved: Council…
4 yea
Irving yea · Jones yea · Harriman yea · Becerra yea
Wed Aug 14, 2024 · 05:00 PM

Planning Commission Regular Meeting of August 14, 2024

Planning Commission to hold public hearings on multiple development projects

The Victorville Planning Commission will conduct a public scoping meeting for a draft environmental impact report on three warehouse distribution buildings totaling about 1 million square feet on 52 acres at the northeast corner of Topaz Road and Mojave Drive. It will also hold public hearings to consider a tentative tract map for 107 single‑family homes, a site plan and several conditional use permits for a fueling station, carwash, and alcohol sales, a self‑storage facility with caretaker housing, and a mixed‑use shopping center with multiple conditional uses. For each project the commission may adopt resolutions, mitigation declarations, and site‑plan approvals.

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✓ Decided: Planning Commission approves fueling station, self-storage, shopping center projects

The Victorville Planning Commission approved four development projects, including a fueling station with carwash and alcohol sales, a self-storage facility, a multi-tenant shopping center with multiple conditional uses, and continued a tentative tract map for 107 residential lots to September 11, 2024. A public scoping meeting for three warehouse buildings was held with no action taken.

🗳️ How they voted (4 roll-call votes)
Named votes as recorded in the official record.
Motion was made to approve staff recommendation as revised to continue the item to the September 11, 2024, meeting. Moved: Chairman Kurth Seconded: Commissioner Mesen Motion passed 4-0
4 yea
Marsh yea · Mesen yea · Thomas yea · Kurth yea
Motion was made to approve staff recommendations. Moved: Commissioner Thomas Seconded: Commissioner Mesen Motion passed 4-0
4 yea
Marsh yea · Mesen yea · Thomas yea · Kurth yea
Motion was made to approve staff recommendations. Moved: Commissioner Mesen Seconded: Commissioner Thomas Motion passed 4-0
4 yea
Marsh yea · Mesen yea · Thomas yea · Kurth yea
Motion was made to approve staff recommendations including the revisions to condition 21 within Resolution P-24-042. Moved: Commissioner Marsh Seconded: Commissioner Thomas Motion passed 4-0
4 yea
Marsh yea · Mesen yea · Thomas yea · Kurth yea
Tue Jul 16, 2024 · 05:00 PM

City Council Regular Meeting of July 16, 2024

City Council to approve $509,431 purchase of a tactical water tender

The Victorville City Council will consider a range of items, including resolutions for unpaid water and waste fees, several financial demand schedules, and an ordinance amendment. Council members will vote on a capacity release agreement with High Desert Power Project and a transportation services agreement with Kern River Gas Transmission. They will also approve the purchase of a tactical water tender for $509,431.71 and dissolve the Homelessness Solutions Task Force.

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✓ Decided: Council approves pension policy, gas agreements, and water tender purchase

The Victorville City Council adopted a new Pension Liability Management Policy and approved agreements for permanent natural gas capacity release. They also authorized the purchase of a tactical water tender for $509,431.71 and dissolved the Homelessness Solutions Task Force. A motion to reprimand Council Member Irving for misuse of the City seal failed 2-3.

🗳️ How they voted (4 roll-call votes)
Named votes as recorded in the official record.
Motion was made to approve staff recommendations 20. 21. Moved: Mayor Pro Tem Harriman Seconded: Mayor Becerra Motion passed 4-1
4 yea
Irving yea · Jones yea · Harriman yea · Becerra yea
Motion was made to approve staff recommendation Moved: Mayor Becerra Seconded: Council Member Irving Motion passed 4-1
4 yea
Irving yea · Jones yea · Harriman yea · Becerra yea
Motion was made to approve staff recommendations Moved: Council Member Irving Seconded: Mayor Pro Tem Harriman Comments ensued Motion passed 4-1
4 yea
Irving yea · Jones yea · Harriman yea · Becerra yea
Motion was made to agendize an item for discussion and possible action at the August 20", 2024, City Council meeting to consider reprimanding Council Member Irving via resolution for the misuse of…
2 yea
Jones yea · Harriman yea
Wed Jul 10, 2024 · 05:00 PM

Planning Commission Regular Meeting of July 10, 2024

Planning Commission discusses warehouse development and street name correction

The Planning Commission will consider a site plan for three warehouse buildings totaling 1.35 million square feet. Other items include a street name change on Squaw Valley Lane and design standards for Tract 14525.

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✓ Decided: Victorville Planning Commission approves 1.35M sq ft warehouse project 4-1

The Victorville Planning Commission approved a site plan and certified the Final Environmental Impact Report for the Mojave Industrial Park Project, allowing three warehouse distribution buildings totaling about 1.35 million square feet on 81 acres at Mojave Drive and Topaz Road. The commission also approved a street name change from Squaw Valley Lane to Chuckwalla Lane and a development plan establishing design standards for Tract 14525. The warehouse project drew the only dissenting vote, with Commissioner Mesen opposed.

🗳️ How they voted (2 roll-call votes)
Named votes as recorded in the official record.
Motion was made to approve staff recommendations. Moved: Commissioner Marsh Seconded: Commissioner Thomas Motion passed 4-1
4 yea
Marsh yea · Thomas yea · Cook-Askins yea · Kurth yea
Motion was made to approve staff recommendations. Moved: Commissioner Mesen Seconded: Commissioner Thomas Motion passed 4-1
4 yea
Marsh yea · Mesen yea · Thomas yea · Cook-Askins yea
Tue Jun 18, 2024 · 05:00 PM

City Council Regular Meeting of June 18, 2024

Victorville City Council discusses road easements, alcohol/tobacco regulations, and payroll

The City Council will consider vacating portions of roadway easements on Green Tree Boulevard and amending the municipal code regarding retail alcohol and tobacco sales. The meeting also includes ratification of multiple payroll schedules and various project completions.

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✓ Decided: Victorville City Council adopts retail alcohol and tobacco code and road funding

The Victorville City Council approved Ordinance No. 2450 regulating retail alcohol and tobacco establishments, adopted road project proposals for state funding, and authorized a contract with San Bernardino County for up to $3,700,000 for a new police station and civic plaza. The council also ratified payroll and commercial demands, approved fiscal year 2024-2025 contract renewals, extended temporary animal care fee waivers, and cancelled the July 2, 2024 meeting.

🗳️ How they voted (13 roll-call votes)
Named votes as recorded in the official record.
Motion was made to approve staff recommendations for points 3 and 4 Moved: Council Member Jones Seconded: Mayor Pro Tem Harriman Motion passed 4-0
4 yea
Irving yea · Jones yea · Harriman yea · Becerra yea
Motion was made to approve staff recommendations Moved: Council Member Jones Seconded: Council Member Irving Motion passed 4-0
4 yea
Irving yea · Jones yea · Harriman yea · Becerra yea
Motion was made to approve staff recommendations for Consent Calendar items 3 through 18 Moved: Council Member Irving Seconded: Mayor Pro Tem Harriman Motion passed 4-0
4 yea
Irving yea · Jones yea · Harriman yea · Becerra yea
Motion was made to approve staff recommendations Moved: Council Member Jones Seconded: Council Member Irving Comments ensued Motion passed 4-0
4 yea
Irving yea · Jones yea · Harriman yea · Becerra yea
Motion was made to approve staff recommendations Moved: Council Member Irving Seconded: Mayor Pro Tem Harriman Motion passed 4-0
4 yea
Irving yea · Jones yea · Harriman yea · Becerra yea
Motion was made to approve staff recommendation as revised Moved: Council Member Irving Seconded: Mayor Becerra Motion passed 4-0
4 yea
Irving yea · Jones yea · Harriman yea · Becerra yea
Motion was made to approve staff recommendation 23. 24. Moved: Council Member Irving Seconded: Mayor Pro Tem Harriman Motion passed 4-0
4 yea
Irving yea · Jones yea · Harriman yea · Becerra yea
Motion was made to approve staff recommendations Moved: Council Member Irving Seconded: Mayor Becerra Motion passed 4-0
4 yea
Irving yea · Jones yea · Harriman yea · Becerra yea
Motion was made to approve staff recommendations Moved: Mayor Pro Tem Harriman Seconded: Council Member Jones Comments ensued Motion passed 4-0
4 yea
Irving yea · Jones yea · Harriman yea · Becerra yea
Motion was made to approve staff recommendations Moved: Council Member Irving Seconded: Council Member Jones Motion passed 4-0
4 yea
Irving yea · Jones yea · Harriman yea · Becerra yea
Motion was made to approve staff recommendation as revised to include the Congressional Black Caucus Conference, Dr. Kenisha Williams Transform Growth Conference, and National League of Mayors as an…
4 yea
Irving yea · Jones yea · Harriman yea · Becerra yea
Motion was made to approve the cancellation of the July 2, 2024, regular City Council meeting Moved: Council Member Irving Seconded: Council Member Jones Comments ensued Motion passed 4-0
4 yea
Irving yea · Jones yea · Harriman yea · Becerra yea
Motion was made to approve City Council's formal support on Assembly Bill 2443 and authorize Mayor Becerra to testify in Sacramento if necessary Moved: Council Member Irving Seconded: Mayor Becerra…
4 yea
Irving yea · Jones yea · Harriman yea · Becerra yea
Wed Jun 12, 2024 · 05:00 PM

Planning Commission Regular Meeting of June 12, 2024

Proposed tractor-trailer parking expansion at Church & Dwight warehouse facility

The Planning Commission will consider a site plan for a tractor-trailer parking lot expansion near Enterprise Way. The Commission will also review a request to postpone a hearing regarding a 61-lot residential subdivision at Bear Valley and Verbena Roads.

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Thu Jun 6, 2024 · 09:00 AM

City Council Special Meeting of June 6, 2024

Victorville City Council holds workshop to review proposed policy manual changes

The City Council is holding a special workshop to review proposed revisions to its Policy and Procedures Manual. The session aims to reach consensus on updates regarding council roles, meeting conduct, and administrative procedures.

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✓ Decided: City Council holds workshop to review policy manual

The City Council conducted a workshop with consultants from Raftelis to review and discuss sections of the city's policy manual. No formal votes were taken during the session. The City Attorney and staff will update the manual for future adoption at a subsequent meeting.

Tue Jun 4, 2024 · 06:00 PM

City Council Regular Meeting of June 4, 2024

Victorville Council to consider fiscal year 2024-2025 annual budget

The City Council will consider the FY 2024-2025 annual budget and a $1,491,904,943 appropriations limit. The agenda also includes easement vacations at Southern California Logistics Airport and a pipeline repair contract.

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✓ Decided: Victorville City Council adopts FY 2024-2025 Annual Budget

The City Council approved the annual budget for several city entities and established a general fund reserve policy. The council also awarded a pipeline repair contract and approved the purchase of a new street sweeper.

🗳️ How they voted (1 roll-call vote)
Named votes as recorded in the official record.
Motion was made to approve staff recommendations for point 3 through 6 Moved: Mayor Becerra Seconded: Mayor Pro Tem Harriman Comments ensued Motion passed 4-1
4 yea
Irving yea · Jones yea · Harriman yea · Becerra yea
Tue May 21, 2024 · 06:00 PM

City Council Regular Meeting of May 21, 2024

Victorville considers additional grant funding for Mojave Riverbed encampments

The City Council will hold a public hearing regarding Victorville Water District standby charges for the 2024-2025 fiscal year. The agenda also includes contract amendments for wastewater treatment operations and laboratory testing services. Additionally, officials will review funding for school resource officers and encampment resolution programs.

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✓ Decided: Victorville Council approves water charges and homeless encampment funding

The City Council and Water District approved standby charges for fiscal year 2024-2025 and authorized additional grant funding for the Mojave Riverbed Encampment Area. The council also approved several water district service contracts and a roof replacement project for the Logistics Airport Authority.

🗳️ How they voted (2 roll-call votes)
Named votes as recorded in the official record.
Motion was made to approve staff recommendations Moved: Council Member Jones Seconded: Mayor Pro Tem Harriman Comments ensued Motion passed 4-1
4 yea
Irving yea · Jones yea · Harriman yea · Becerra yea
Motion was made to approve staff recommendations Moved: Mayor Becerra Seconded: Mayor Pro Tem Harriman Comments ensued Motion passed 4-1
4 yea
Irving yea · Council! Member Jones yea · Harriman yea · Becerra yea
Tue May 14, 2024 · 05:00 PM

City Council Special Meeting of May 14, 2024

Victorville City Council holds workshop for Fiscal Year 2024-25 budget

The City Council is reviewing revenue projections and proposed expenditures for the upcoming fiscal year. This workshop allows members to discuss budget priorities and provide direction to staff. A public hearing for the final budget adoption is scheduled for June 4, 2024.

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✓ Decided: City Council holds workshop on proposed Fiscal Year 2024-25 budget

The City Council held a budget workshop featuring a presentation by City Manager Metzler. No formal actions were taken during the meeting.

Thu May 9, 2024 · 05:00 PM

Measure P Oversight Committee Special Meeting of May 9, 2024

Measure P Oversight Committee meets to appoint leadership and review audit findings

The committee will meet to elect a Chair and Vice-Chair following recent membership additions. Members will also review the Fiscal Year 2022-23 independent audit and discuss proposed allocations for Fiscal Year 2024-25.

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✓ Decided: Measure P Oversight Committee approves FY 2022-23 audit and proposed allocations

The committee approved the Fiscal Year 2022-23 Measure P Independent Audit and the year 4 proposed allocations for submission to the City Council. The committee also appointed a new Chair and Vice-Chair.

🗳️ How they voted (2 roll-call votes)
Named votes as recorded in the official record.
Motion was made to approve staff recommendation Moved: Member Krause Seconded: Member Creffield Motion passed 5-0
5 yea
Coello yea · Counts yea · Creffield yea · Krause yea · Onken yea
Motion was made to approve staff recommendations Moved: Member Onken Seconded: Member Counts Motion passed 5-0
10 yea
Coello yea · Counts yea · Creffield yea · Krause yea · Onken yea · Coello yea · Counts yea · Creffield yea · Krause yea · Onken yea
Wed May 8, 2024 · 05:00 PM

Planning Commission Regular Meeting of May 8, 2024

Proposal for 108 new single-family homes at Mojave Drive and Amethyst Road

The Planning Commission is reviewing a proposal to create 108 single-family residential lots on approximately 30.1 acres near Mojave Drive and Amethyst Road. The commission is also considering an amendment to city code regarding the retail sale of alcohol and tobacco.

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Tue May 7, 2024 · 06:00 PM

City Council Regular Meeting of May 7, 2024

City Council discusses HUD action plans and infrastructure projects

The City Council will conduct public hearings regarding the Fiscal Year 2024-2025 Annual Action Plan and amendments to previous annual plans. Other business includes road safety updates, water district reports, and various city contracts.

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✓ Decided: Victorville council approves HUD action plan and $491,759 HOME fund reallocation

The Victorville City Council held public hearings and approved the Fiscal Year 2024-2025 Annual Action Plan for federal CDBG and HOME funds, and adopted substantial amendments to prior-year plans reallocating HOME funding to a Community Housing Development Organization project, including a $491,759 budget amendment. The council also approved a four-way stop at Bear Valley Road and Monte Vista Road, closed out the Bear Valley Road Overhead at BNSF Railroad project with change orders and a budget amendment, and approved several contracts. A motion to agendize an item on consultants' expertise in structural racism and inclusivity failed 2-3.

🗳️ How they voted (1 roll-call vote)
Named votes as recorded in the official record.
Motion was made to agendize an item for discussion and possible action before the June 6" workshop to ensure the consultants’ portfolios include expertise in structural racism and inclusivity Moved…
2 yea
Gomez yea · Irving yea
Tue Apr 16, 2024 · 05:00 PM

City Council Regular Meeting of April 16, 2024

Victorville Council to consider soccer field lighting contract and budget amendment

The City Council will hold public hearings regarding soccer field lighting at Hook Park and the annexation of a tract map into assessment districts. The agenda also includes reviewing budget amendments for traffic signal modifications and wastewater connection fees.

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✓ Decided: City Council approves Hook Park lighting contract and Old Town lighting study

The City Council approved a construction agreement for soccer field lighting at Hook Park and directed the City Manager to study Old Town lighting. The council also approved several budget amendments for traffic signals and wastewater connection fees.

🗳️ How they voted — 1 divided vote
Named votes as recorded in the official record.
Motion was made to agendize an item within 30 days to direct staff to prepare a presentation of the Community Enhancement Program that would lead to discussion and possible action on amending the…
2 yea · 2 nay
Irving yea · Becerra yea · Jones nay · Harriman nay
The other 8 items passed by unanimous or near-unanimous consent.
Wed Apr 10, 2024 · 05:00 PM

Planning Commission Regular Meeting of April 10, 2024

Proposal for a new 298-lot single-family residential subdivision in Victorville

The Planning Commission is reviewing several development proposals, including a 298-lot subdivision at Eucalyptus Street and a duplex site plan in Old Town. The commission also reviewed a 108-lot subdivision request and updates to alcohol and tobacco retail regulations, both of which were continued to May 8, 2024.

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Tue Apr 2, 2024 · 06:00 PM

City Council Regular Meeting of April 2, 2024

City Council considers infrastructure projects and real estate acquisitions

The City Council will conduct public hearings for the Kern River Interconnect and Old Town Septic to Sewer Conversion projects. Additionally, the council is reviewing various construction contracts, payroll schedules, and a real estate purchase agreement.

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✓ Decided: City Council approves multiple infrastructure contracts and real estate purchase

The City Council awarded construction contracts for the Kern River Interconnect and Old Town Septic to Sewer projects. The council also approved the purchase of real estate for a future police station and civic plaza and finalized several work orders for the Wellness Center project.

🗳️ How they voted (7 roll-call votes)
Named votes as recorded in the official record.
Motion was made to approve staff recommendations for points 3 and 4 Moved: Council Member Jones Seconded: Council Member Irving Comments ensued Motion passed 4-1
4 yea
Irving yea · Jones yea · Harriman yea · Becerra yea
Motion was made to approve staff recommendations for points 3 and 4 Moved: Mayor Pro Tem Harriman Seconded: Council Member Irving Motion passed 4-1
4 yea
Irving yea · Jones yea · Harriman yea · Becerra yea
Motion was made to approve staff recommendations Moved: Mayor Becerra Seconded: Council Member Irving Comments ensued Motion passed 4-1
4 yea
Irving yea · Jones yea · Harriman yea · Becerra yea
Motion was made to approve staff recommendations Moved: Council Member Jones Seconded: Mayor Pro Tem Harriman Comments ensued Motion passed 4-1
4 yea
Irving yea · Jones yea · Harriman yea · Becerra yea
Motion was made to approve mailing ballots to LMAD property owners 1-4 for a protest vote Moved: Council Member Jones Seconded: Mayor Pro Tem Harriman Comments ensued Motion passed 4-1
4 yea
Irving yea · Jones yea · Harriman yea · Becerra yea
Motion was made to approve the renaming of Green Tree Bridge to the Brian Gengler Overpass and adding a brass plaque 16. 17. 18. Moved: Mayor Becerra Seconded: Mayor Pro Tem Harriman Comments ensued…
4 yea
Irving yea · Jones yea · Harriman yea · Becerra yea
Motion was made to approve the purchase of a display case for City awards to be placed in the front lobby of Victorville City Hall Moved: Mayor Pro Tem Harriman Seconded: Mayor Becerra Comments…
4 yea
Irving yea · Jones yea · Harriman yea · Becerra yea
Tue Mar 19, 2024 · 06:00 PM

City Council Regular Meeting of March 19, 2024

City Council considers $3.9 million contract for traffic signal modifications

The City Council will review a construction contract for Seventh Street and Village Drive traffic signal modifications. The agenda also includes ratifying payroll schedules and considering revisions to the City Council Policy and Procedures Manual.

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✓ Decided: Victorville council awards $3.99M traffic signal contract, approves Measure I plan

The Victorville City Council approved a $3,996,873 construction contract to Elecnor Belco Electric, Inc. for Seventh Street traffic signal modifications and the Village Drive at Puesta Del Sol Drive traffic signal (5-0). The council also adopted Resolution No. 24-019 approving a Revised Measure I Five-Year Capital Improvement Plan for fiscal years 2023/2024 through 2027/2028 (4-1). In other action, the council voted 3-2 to approve SBCOG's amended joint powers agreement and 2024 policy, and voted 3-2 to schedule a workshop on revisions to the City Council Policy and Procedures Manual with a third-party consultant. The consent calendar, including payroll and commercial demand schedules and a settlement agreement with Jose Flores, passed 5-0.

🗳️ How they voted (4 roll-call votes)
Named votes as recorded in the official record.
Motion was made to approve SBCOG’s 4"" amended JPA, as well as the 2024 policy, and that Victorville City Council continue as a member of SBCOG for a minimum of two years, with the understanding that…
3 yea
Irving yea · Jones yea · Harriman yea
Motion was made to approve staff recommendation Moved: Mayor Pro Tem Harriman Seconded: Mayor Becerra Comments ensued Motion passed 4-1
4 yea
Irving yea · Jones yea · Harriman yea · Becerra yea
Motion was made to approve staff recommendations Questions ensued Moved: Mayor Becerra Seconded: Council Member Jones Comments ensued Motion passed 3-2
3 yea
Jones yea · Harriman yea · Becerra yea
Motion was made to approve point 3 of staff recommendations with the addition of hiring a third party consultant to facilitate the workshop 13. 14. Moved: Council Member Irving Seconded: Council…
3 yea
Gomez yea · Irving yea · Becerra yea
Wed Mar 13, 2024 · 05:00 PM

Planning Commission Regular Meeting of March 13, 2024

Proposed 152-room Marriott hotel and updates to alcohol and tobacco sales rules

The Planning Commission will consider a permit for a new 152-room Residence Inn Marriott Hotel at Bear Valley Road and Mariposa Road. The agenda also includes requests for antenna tower construction by the Water Department and amendments to city regulations for alcohol and tobacco retail. Additionally, the commission will review annual progress reports for the City's General Plan and Housing Element.

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Tue Mar 5, 2024 · 06:00 PM

City Council Regular Meeting of March 5, 2024

City Council to discuss library expansion and HUD community development grants

The City Council will hold public hearings regarding the 2024-2025 Annual Action Plan for federal housing and community development grants. Additionally, the Council will consider a construction contract for the new library renovation and expansion project.

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✓ Decided: City Council approves $8.6M contract for library renovation and expansion

The City Council approved a construction agreement with Monet Construction, Inc. for the new library project. The council also ratified several payroll and commercial demand schedules and adopted ordinances regarding speed zones and mobile vendor regulations.

Tue Feb 20, 2024 · 05:00 PM

City Council Regular Meeting of February 20, 2024

Victorville City Council to review budget amendments and street speed zones

The City Council will consider several public hearings regarding environmental maintenance permits, speed zone revisions, and mobile vendor regulations. Additionally, the body will review mid-year budget amendments for various city agencies and departments.

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✓ Decided: Victorville City Council approves mid-year budget amendments

The City Council approved mid-year budget amendments for the city, water district, airport authority, and library. The council also updated regulations for mobile vendors and approved several airport lease agreements.

🗳️ How they voted (3 roll-call votes)
Named votes as recorded in the official record.
Motion was made to approve points 3 through 8 of staff's recommendation Moved: Council Member Jones Seconded: Mayor Pro Tem Harriman Comments ensued Motion passed 4-1
4 yea
Irving yea · Jones yea · Harriman yea · Becerra yea
Motion was made to approve staff recommendation Moved: Council Member Irving Seconded: Mayor Pro Tem Harriman Comments ensued Motion passed 4-1
4 yea
Irving yea · Jones yea · Harriman yea · Becerra yea
Motion was made to combine items 16 and 17 Moved: Council Member Irving Seconded: Council Member Jones 16. 17. Motion passed 4-1
2 yea
Irving yea · Becerra yea
Wed Feb 14, 2024 · 05:00 PM

Planning Commission Regular Meeting of February 14, 2024

Proposed 210-lot residential development at Seneca Road and Cantina Drive

The Planning Commission will hold a public hearing regarding the creation of 210 single-family residential lots on approximately 60 acres. The project is located at the southeast corner of Seneca Road and Cantina Drive. Staff recommends adopting a Mitigated Negative Declaration and the Tentative Tract Map.

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Tue Feb 6, 2024 · 05:00 PM

City Council Regular Meeting of February 6, 2024

Victorville City Council meeting on February 6, 2024

The City Council will review various consent calendar items including payroll and commercial demand schedules. The agenda also includes discussions on water infrastructure procurement, airport services, and a fentanyl awareness program.

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✓ Decided: Victorville City Council approves various service contracts and utility equipment

The City Council ratified several payroll and commercial demand schedules and approved contracts for fire sprinkler design and temporary staffing. The Council also authorized the purchase of water metering equipment and a fentanyl awareness program.

🗳️ How they voted — 1 divided vote
Named votes as recorded in the official record.
Motion was made to approve Resolution 24-007, to be retroactive to the date when Member Becerra's expanded health care coverage became effective; that would be September 1 Moved: Council Member Jones…
3 yea · 1 nay
Irving yea · Jones yea · Harriman yea · Gomez nay
The other 5 items passed by unanimous or near-unanimous consent.
Tue Jan 16, 2024 · 05:00 PM

City Council Regular Meeting of January 16, 2024

Victorville considers $691,092 grant for Mojave Riverbed encampment resolution

The City Council will consider a contract with San Bernardino County to fund the Encampment Resolution Funding Program. The agenda also includes a public hearing on land use code amendments and several contract approvals.

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✓ Decided: Victorville City Council appoints Mayor Pro Tem and approves homeless funding

The City Council appointed Council Member Harriman as Mayor Pro Tem and approved a $691,092 grant for the Mojave Riverbed Encampment Area. The Council also approved several land use amendments, a sports lighting purchase, and waste service contract updates.

🗳️ How they voted — 1 divided vote
Named votes as recorded in the official record.
Motion was made to approve staff recommendation with clarification that the 20. 21. highlighted language will be revised with clear intent Moved: Council Member Jones Seconded: Mayor Pro Tem Harriman…
2 yea · 2 nay
Jones yea · Harriman yea · Gomez nay · Irving nay
The other 4 items passed by unanimous or near-unanimous consent.
Wed Jan 10, 2024 · 05:00 PM

Planning Commission Regular Meeting of January 10, 2024

Proposed shopping center with fueling station and drive-thru restaurant

The Commission will hold a public hearing for a multi-tenant shopping center on 4.6 acres near Hesperia Road and Green Tree Boulevard. The project includes a fueling station, a drive-thru restaurant, and alcohol sales at the convenience store. Members will also select a new Chairman and Vice Chairman.

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