City of Upland

The City of Upland's 2025 State of the City presentation highlighted significant progress in economic development, infrastructure, public safety, and community engagement. Key procurement-related updates include a $14 million major rehabilitation project on Foothill Boulevard, involving comprehensive upgrades to sewer lines, water lines, electrical utilities, and road resurfacing with durable materials like rubberized asphalt. The city has implemented a streamlined capital improvement program to enhance coordination across departments for infrastructure maintenance and upgrades. Despite a $210 million backlog in street and alley repairs, the city is leveraging limited budgets efficiently and has secured over $12 million in one-time funding from regional officials for various infrastructure projects, including downtown revitalization and public realm upgrades. Fiscal management improvements such as biannual budgeting and the BLAST pension strategy are projected to save $67 million over 20 years, enabling increased investment in capital projects. Public safety enhancements include the addition of two new police officer positions, deployment of advanced drones with night vision for operational effectiveness, and upgraded communication equipment. The city also emphasized support for small businesses through development programs and facade upgrades, contributing to downtown Upland's revitalization with new restaurants, breweries, and entertainment venues. Community engagement is encouraged via city committees, and a new city website and mobile app will facilitate real-time reporting and transparency. Overall, the meeting underscored Upland's commitment to prudent fiscal stewardship, infrastructure modernization, and fostering a vibrant, safe community.