Redlands City Council Meeting March 17, 2026

The Redlands City Council held a meeting on March 17, 2026, which included several procurement and budget-related discussions. Key procurement actions included the approval of a first amendment to the professional services agreement with Tilden Coyle Constructors Inc. for master construction management services for the State Street City Hall project, increasing the contract by $745,152 to a total of $2,188,510. The council also approved an amendment to a purchase and sale agreement with Sartin Properties LLC to align the sale price with the appraised value of a 4.67-acre city-owned property. Additionally, the council reactivated the Redlands Public Improvement Corporation by appointing trustees and amending its bylaws to align with current governance, positioning the city to use this entity for municipal financing, including support for the safety hall project. The meeting featured a detailed financial report on Measure T funds, highlighting expenditures of approximately $20 million annually supporting public safety, quality of life, and infrastructure projects. The council also reviewed capital improvement projects, including safety hall construction and various city facility upgrades, and discussed upcoming budget development for fiscal years 2027 and 2028. No votes were taken on new contracts beyond those noted, but several motions related to budget policy updates and procurement contract amendments were passed.