City of Upland

The City of Upland's 2025 State of the City presentation highlighted extensive infrastructure improvements, including a $14 million rehabilitation of Foothill Boulevard with upgraded sewer, water, and electrical utilities, and the use of durable copper service laterals expected to last over 100 years. The city has implemented a streamlined capital improvement program and a pavement management plan revealing a backlog of approximately $210 million in street repairs, with ongoing projects such as Arrow Highway rehabilitation and upcoming Foothill Boulevard work. Fiscal policies like biennial budgeting, a financial transparency website, and the BLAST pension management strategy have saved the city $67 million over 20 years and improved financial stability. The city secured over $12 million in one-time funds from regional and federal officials for infrastructure and downtown revitalization projects. Public safety enhancements include the addition of two police officers, deployment of drones for rapid response, expansion of the K9 program, and installation of downtown cameras to reduce crime. Economic development efforts have fostered a vibrant downtown with new restaurants, breweries, entertainment venues, and residential projects, supported by proactive city and Chamber of Commerce initiatives. The city encourages resident participation in finance and public works committees to influence budgeting and infrastructure planning. No specific contract awards or RFPs were detailed, but the discussion emphasized ongoing capital improvement projects and funding strategies.