REUNION ESPECIAL DEL ALCALDE Y AYUTAMIENTO

This special meeting of the San Bernardino City Council on June 9, 2026, focused primarily on discussing the city's strategic planning, implementation of goals, and priorities related to fiscal sustainability, organizational excellence, quality of life improvements, and economic development. Public comments emphasized the need for transparency, accountability, and measurable outcomes in city projects and contracts, including calls for forensic audits and better oversight of public funds. Council members and city staff discussed the progress and challenges in implementing prior strategic plans, the importance of hiring consultants for fee studies and organizational assessments, and the need to modernize permitting processes to support local businesses. Budgetary considerations included a proposed increase in consulting fees from $50,000 to $150,000-$200,000 for a comprehensive strategic plan and the allocation of funds for forensic auditing and fee studies. The meeting highlighted concerns about past delays in project execution and stressed the urgency of delivering tangible results to the community.