CityofRedlands Live Stream

The City of Redlands held a council meeting on May 5th, 2026, which included discussions on various community and city service topics. Key procurement-related actions included approval of a purchase order modification for $87,000 with Flock Group Inc. to continue subscription and licensing services for automated license plate reader cameras used by the police department. The council also authorized citywide annual purchase orders with vendors Lowe's, Fasanol, Home Depot, and Office Depot totaling up to $180,000 for general equipment, supplies, and services, anticipating savings of approximately $115,000. Additionally, the council considered and approved an amendment to the encampment resolution funding agreement with the California Interagency Council on Homelessness, extending funding to support homeless services through local nonprofits. The city’s food insecurity task force presented strategies to address food insecurity, including a proposed mini grant program with an initial allocation of up to $100,000, though the council tabled further discussion pending budget prioritization. The meeting also featured recognition of community contributions, updates on capital improvement projects such as the animal services center kennel expansion, and acknowledgments of city staff transitions. No new contracts or RFPs were announced, but the meeting reflected ongoing procurement and budget management activities related to public safety, homelessness, and community services.