City of Upland

The City of Upland's 2025 State of the City presentation highlighted significant procurement and infrastructure developments, including a $14 million rehabilitation project on Foothill Boulevard (Route 66) involving comprehensive upgrades to pavement, storm drains, sewer, and water lines. The city emphasized its commitment to fiscal responsibility through initiatives like the BLAST pension management strategy, which is projected to save $67 million over 20 years, and the adoption of a biennial budgeting process to enhance financial planning and transparency. Public works is actively managing a $210 million backlog in street, parking lot, and alley repairs, prioritizing projects such as Arrow Highway and Foothill Boulevard improvements. The city also discussed investments in public safety technology, including the deployment of drones and new police equipment, and efforts to enhance community engagement and economic development through downtown revitalization and support for small businesses. No specific contract awards or vendor selections were detailed, but the city is actively seeking additional funding and grants for ongoing capital improvement projects.