City of Redlands Special Meeting Budget Workshop May 18, 2026

The City of Redlands held a special budget workshop meeting on May 18, 2026, to review the proposed biennial budget for fiscal years 2027 and 2028. The meeting featured detailed presentations from various city departments including Police, Municipal Utilities and Engineering, Facilities and Community Services, Development Services, Management Services, Human Resources, Library, City Attorney, and City Clerk. Key procurement-related discussions included the approval and funding of contracts such as the Axon contract for police body-worn cameras and related technology, vehicle lease replacements across departments, and major capital improvement projects like the new Safety Hall, fire station number four, library cooling tower replacement, and street resurfacing. The budget also addressed personnel modifications, deferred maintenance, and infrastructure investments, with an emphasis on maintaining core services while managing budget constraints and anticipated revenue growth. The council was informed of a projected $4.5 million budget reduction starting in 2029 to maintain long-term financial sustainability. The meeting concluded with plans to finalize the budget on June 2, 2026, after public review and further council direction.