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This was a joint regular meeting of the San Bernardino Mayor and City Council held on June 3, 2026. Key procurement-related discussions included the continuation of a public hearing on a specific plan amendment and subdivision related to a housing development project, with concerns raised about fire safety and community impact. The council voted unanimously to continue the hearing to July 15, 2026, and to hold a community meeting to address outstanding issues. The meeting also covered the annual vacancy report under AB2561, highlighting staffing challenges and recruitment efforts across city departments, particularly in police dispatch. Additionally, the council discussed the purchase versus lease options for a building intended for police department use, directing staff to explore lease-to-own alternatives and report back by July 15. The council unanimously approved rejecting construction bids for the University Parkway Median Landscape Project due to cost issues and directed staff to seek alternative landscape designs and rebid the project. Public comments addressed concerns about the management and maintenance of Shannon Hills Golf Course, with calls for greater city oversight and investment. The meeting concluded with various council updates and announcements about upcoming events and meetings.