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The payment of the bonds will be the responsibility of the project and the issuing authority, the California Statewide Communities Development Authority; the city said it will not be obligated to repay the bonds. The financing mechanism—commonly used for affordable housing—reduces development borrowing costs and will be repaid from the project’s rental revenue, staff said.

Housing staff conducted the public hearing required under TEFRA (the Tax Equity and Fiscal Responsibility Act of 1982) and described the project as a collaborative effort among the developer, the Housing Authority of the County of San Bernardino, the county and the city. The city has conditionally committed about $4.9 million in HOME funds to the project; staff said a formal HOME commitment will return to council in June 2025.

City staff described programmatic features that will be part of the Phase 4 site: a community center with health‑related services in the north wing and nonprofit office space in the east wing to host social services for neighboring residents. The total development cost for the broader Arrowhead Grove development was reported in the presentation as approximately $135.5 million to date for phases 1–4.

Councilmember Theodore Sanchez moved approval; Councilmember Kanas seconded. The roll call vote recorded support from Councilmembers Sanchez, Ibarra (recorded in the roll as Ybarra earlier in the meeting transcript), Mayor Pro Tem Figueroa, Charette, Kanas, Flores and Ortiz; the motion passed unanimously.

Staff emphasized there is no direct fiscal impact to the city’s general fund from the bond issuance and said the city’s role is limited to hosting the hearing and adopting the required resolution.

The council meeting record shows the TEFRA hearing was opened for public comment and closed before council deliberations and the vote; no members of the public remained to speak at the hearing when it closed.","mediaType","Video","parentTitle","5558 1 SBCC040225","oneSentenceSummary","The San Bernardino City Council on Tuesday unanimously approved a resolution authorizing up to $45 million in tax‑exempt bonds to finance Arrowhead Grove Phase 4, a 92‑unit affordable rental housing project developed by National Core.","taxTitle","San Bernardino, San Bernardino County, California","taxId",9775,"location","headline","shortSummary",{"_33":75,"_35":36,"_37":38,"_39":76,"_41":77,"_43":78,"_45":79,"_47":80,"_49":81,"_51":82,"_53":83,"_55":56,"_57":58,"_59":84,"_61":62,"_63":64,"_65":85,"_67":68,"_69":70,"_71":68,"_72":56,"_73":56},6612877,"Council asks staff to review boards and commissions meeting times, security and accessibility",784,8422000,9206000,"/Search/View?dp=1&key=2879432-ea37f927b662d6aedf26e49583b2860b&start=8422&end=9206","https://assets.pipeline.soar.com/2879432-ea37f927b662d6aedf26e49583b2860b/thumbnail_8422000.jpg","/articles/6612877/San-Bernardino/San-Bernardino-County/California/Council-asks-staff-to-review-boards-and-commissions-meeting-times-security-and-accessibility","https://secure.pipeline.soar.com/6612877-25be7f0bca6f53eee45dcee85a0e99f3/orig.mp4?Expires=1771146906&Signature=hAFN6R4~NPfE29uJun476zJyE~Zj7FYGbnVivjyldQ0hIr9dA2654bo1VBzZxWdvkkBFh-qiGmYvnCADPPeSh5tUMLY8rCEFZ63YsmwSBMK8cU0M2lcT88~iW2NGrs-wVoeH0Gdb9gdTJvIsBznVtiPxJoHaHnVUVIzUo5ZeSNUB8KVAhRS5dxVzMsGZ6rUG5uBc9vKVl01ID~cEgjiRakPgK9ESsyctXADAN6opp09xO8sjlxCi9TRe59pdAZYWGHnRiVm1gWCEgWBJ4aRRBrGWbBu0jhzEwf-BhitU54Yxmcml8MLIEU~iqIE5DkkO5eDGvjX0FvKpNw4KSQfnAg__&Key-Pair-Id=KUT5TJCACFTXG","The San Bernardino City Council voted unanimously to direct the city manager and staff to consult with each board, commission and advisory committee about meeting dates, times and locations, and to return with recommendations and cost estimates—including security implications—so the bodies can better accommodate volunteers and public participation.

Councilmembers stressed the goal of increasing accessibility for working residents and making seats on commissions more usable for volunteers who cannot attend daytime meetings. Several councilmembers and commissioners said many panels currently meet during weekday afternoons, which can prevent community members from participating.

Councilmembers also flagged safety concerns at some meetings—most prominently the Animal Control/Bridal Control Commission—where staff and commissioners have reported confrontations and threats in the past. The council asked staff to include estimates for the incremental fiscal impact of extending building hours, adding security or scheduling alternative meeting locations that remain open after normal business hours.

Several councilmembers said they preferred a commission‑by‑commission approach rather than a citywide, one‑size‑fits‑all change. The city manager was asked to survey commission members, coordinate with department staff on logistics and return with a report and possible resolution to adjust meeting schedules where appropriate. The motion carried unanimously.","The council directed the city manager to survey each board and commission with staff and report back on feasibility, costs and security implications of changing meeting times to improve public access; the motion passed unanimously.",{"_33":87,"_35":36,"_37":38,"_39":88,"_41":89,"_43":90,"_45":91,"_47":92,"_49":93,"_51":94,"_53":95,"_55":56,"_57":58,"_59":96,"_61":62,"_63":64,"_65":97,"_67":68,"_69":70,"_71":68,"_72":56,"_73":56},6612882,"Council expands motel voucher and rapid‑rehousing support while work continues on navigation center plans",6413,1987000,8400000,"/Search/View?dp=1&key=2879432-ea37f927b662d6aedf26e49583b2860b&start=1987&end=8400","https://assets.pipeline.soar.com/2879432-ea37f927b662d6aedf26e49583b2860b/thumbnail_1987000.jpg","/articles/6612882/San-Bernardino/San-Bernardino-County/California/Council-expands-motel-voucher-and-rapidrehousing-support-while-work-continues-on-navigation-center-plans","https://secure.pipeline.soar.com/6612882-65c2afab8274a4ce3422e4d52df7a31e/orig.mp4?Expires=1771146906&Signature=YRQNs6RAHsnsq4bDJJIVgPYQR8IApbxQCzqAueuVdJI5xnhtAPXkU9ohwImDxD6WsFcNp-~FNb5EbDY8vnq-RDlp68Cuo7Qol3D4vAWKV9UfN1AqPLOcehcEG7v5MMq8GVAjt~ibomo~XI96-LmSyzf8unYxa7TWBtQBI87LapvATQMv5qxwuq4fYwRWi5DSPyQfXlhQE3sicW-H0pDfuxzGsresSUE4yc095H8zItOTH2AuMxuDbZBUEeYlgDMFye1rxrr0l3sB4boYxbmVhaVo4ta2ltTVov3V~d02B3Hxqj~QybCLjX8a292SAn-B0Z8teNl-~WqUv2Q-D~bR~w__&Key-Pair-Id=KUT5TJCACFTXG","The San Bernardino City Council unanimously approved continued funding for motel voucher and rapid‑rehousing programs intended to move people off streets into temporary shelter while longer‑term navigation centers and permanent supportive housing are developed.

Multiple public commenters called for more permanent shelter and faster use of city land and vacant buildings. Speakers described motel vouchers as a short‑term fix and urged the council to accelerate construction of navigation centers and permanent housing projects. One commenter asked for a public accounting of how much the city has spent on motel vouchers to date.

Staff and councilmembers said the motel voucher program is designed to provide immediate stabilization for people who accept services; staff reported the city had expended about 13% of a $2.7 million allocation for hotel vouchers so far and said voucher stays can extend beyond two weeks for participants who are actively working with service providers. Council members said the motel program operates alongside efforts to develop navigation centers and permanent supportive housing, and noted the city has made other investments—including a property purchase and navigation center planning—to create long‑term capacity.

Chiefs from city departments described the motel stabilization model as a pathway to help people accept services and progress toward housing, but reiterated that individuals must accept services voluntarily. Councilmember Ortiz and others asked whether interim options might be expanded; staff said the city is also pursuing CDBG funding and nonprofit partnerships to provide wraparound services for voucher clients.

Council moved and approved the funding action by unanimous vote. Staff said they will continue to manage voucher use and report back on program outcomes as development of navigation centers and supportive housing proceeds.","The council approved continued funding for motel vouchers and rapid rehousing; staff said the city had spent about 13% of a roughly $2.7 million allocation to date and reiterated plans for navigation centers and permanent supportive housing.",{"_33":99,"_35":36,"_37":38,"_39":100,"_41":101,"_43":102,"_45":103,"_47":104,"_49":105,"_51":106,"_53":107,"_55":56,"_57":58,"_59":108,"_61":62,"_63":64,"_65":109,"_67":68,"_69":70,"_71":68,"_72":56,"_73":56},6612887,"Residents press council on animal shelter practices as city opens new customer service center and kennels",4377,2322000,6699000,"/Search/View?dp=1&key=2879432-ea37f927b662d6aedf26e49583b2860b&start=2322&end=6699","https://assets.pipeline.soar.com/2879432-ea37f927b662d6aedf26e49583b2860b/thumbnail_2322000.jpg","/articles/6612887/San-Bernardino/San-Bernardino-County/California/Residents-press-council-on-animal-shelter-practices-as-city-opens-new-customer-service-center-and-kennels","https://secure.pipeline.soar.com/6612887-f607054f8f7abf418b66272e0ff5f28a/orig.mp4?Expires=1771146906&Signature=D9V6UJ9KrzbJwiaVMOdcf1SHlouyE0nbU0KO5ZHmNnvxDFx3xTjFjcI6AG6xeWXrxmPHaDX1hSqXxwxdWZabDRYcJ-eW8X7e1IaWG0gYXg78iRHPRfBcTGNB3LFIv14eKdIa6y7leWPNbpoL-2-B6teqrT0Nulp1-uCvV~Y3mGBDlWOm3fRmXqaZ3W1OPeU0DhJ9Ie3H~KFILOKkvdxia7oEhWHVmEG8q4NRMbbztkdyjKdfjVEQqVZKIf1GEPWkSEemg1CCukizDSYc7M00KQVThj95eW88-ZMU4Jmbl69MJAE7Gp2fNqtvWUGbHjUTNiXDTlGQLKdOxhscb0PMGQ__&Key-Pair-Id=KUT5TJCACFTXG","Public commenters at the San Bernardino City Council meeting urged officials to change animal services practices, increase spay‑and‑neuter capacity and provide clearer accounting for partnership funding after years of criticism from residents and advocacy groups.

Speakers described animals arriving terrified, questioned euthanasia and rendering practices, and urged the council to require stronger enforcement of local rules on breeding and pet sales. “These are people’s pets,” one speaker said, arguing the city should not be “rendering” animals into byproducts. Other commenters provided intake data and said the shelter’s live‑release rate remains poor.

City staff and the city manager responded with an update: the animal services department opened a new customer service center and added 34 kennels at Chandler Place to expand capacity. Staff said the San Manuel Band of Mission Indians helped fund the new facility and that the new kennels will be available for animals needing care or medical isolation.

The council also debated a related budget item to cover supplies and operating costs tied to a regional partnership with neighboring jurisdictions. Councilmember Ibarra (who pulled the item for discussion) asked for a quarter‑by‑quarter accounting of how much partner cities had paid the city; staff said the first quarterly billings began in July and that partner invoicing will reflect actual intake data going forward. Council voted 6–1 to approve the requested spending increase for supplies and operations; the transcript shows one councilmember recorded in opposition.

A frequent public speaker who tracks intake numbers said shelter intake rose from roughly 7,028 animals in 2023 to about 8,000 in 2024, and estimated that roughly half of incoming animals either arrived dead or were euthanized. City staff and other speakers said community non‑profits play a major role in adoptions and spay/neuter services.

Council directed staff to provide the requested accounting on partner payments and the use of funds. Staff also said they would continue to inventory operating and supply needs as the regional partnership expands.","Multiple residents criticized animal services practices and urged better enforcement and transparency while city officials said a new customer service center opened and 34 extra kennels became available; council approved a funding action for partnership operating costs over objections and asked staff for partner billing details.","actionData","errors"]

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Council approves up to $45 million in tax-exempt bonds for Arrowhead Grove Phase 4

Council asks staff to review boards and commissions meeting times, security and accessibility

Council expands motel voucher and rapid‑rehousing support while work continues on navigation center plans

Residents press council on animal shelter practices as city opens new customer service center and kennels