City of Upland

The City of Upland's 2025 State of the City presentation highlighted significant progress in infrastructure, public safety, and economic development. Key procurement-related updates included a $14 million major rehabilitation project on Foothill Boulevard, involving comprehensive upgrades to sewer, water, and electrical utilities, with work performed by Gentry Brothers. The city has implemented a new streamlined capital improvement program to maximize efficiency in infrastructure maintenance and upgrades, addressing a $210 million backlog in streets, parking lots, and alleys. Financial strategies such as the BLAST pension management plan have saved the city $67 million over 20 years, enabling increased investment in capital projects. The city has also secured over $12 million in one-time funding from regional and federal officials for infrastructure projects including downtown revitalization and public realm upgrades. Public safety enhancements include the addition of two new police officer positions, deployment of drones for rapid response, and ongoing efforts to reduce 911 response times. Economic development efforts have attracted new businesses, including the expansion of Bullwinkles family fun center and the upcoming Mountain View Commercial Center. The city encourages resident participation in committees influencing budgeting and infrastructure planning, emphasizing transparency through a new financial transparency website and upcoming mobile app. Overall, the meeting underscored Upland's commitment to fiscal responsibility, infrastructure modernization, and community engagement to foster a resilient and vibrant city.