CityofRedlands Live Stream

The City of Redlands held a city council meeting on April 7, 2026, which included several procurement and budget-related discussions. The council approved a nearly $3.5 million funding allocation for phase one of the Redlands Police Department safety hall facilities at the former Kmart property, along with an additional $764,000 for inspection services. They also approved a 983,000 square foot multi-story medical center expansion proposed by Kaiser Foundation Hospitals. The meeting featured the grand opening of the Redlands Animal Services Center modular dog kennel expansion, funded in part by community donations, reflecting the city's commitment to animal welfare. Additionally, the council discussed and approved a license agreement with the Redlands Historical Museum Association to formalize a partnership for museum operations and fundraising. The council adopted the Arts and Cultural Master Plan, developed through an RFP process, to guide future arts initiatives and funding strategies. Utility rate increases were presented and recommended by the Utility Advisory Committee, proposing a 7% annual increase for wastewater and a 2.5% increase for potable water through fiscal year 2028-29, with no increase for non-potable water. The council directed staff to issue Proposition 218 notices for public hearings on these rate adjustments. Furthermore, the council revised the policy on in-kind support for city events, limiting eligibility to a defined list of longstanding events to reduce budget pressures, and directed staff to develop a fee schedule for future events. Public comments included concerns about employee wages, city infrastructure, and event impacts. The meeting also featured recognitions, proclamations, and community updates, emphasizing ongoing capital projects and community engagement.