Mayor and City Council Special Meeting - Strategic Goals

The special meeting of the Mayor and City Council of San Bernardino on June 9, 2026, focused on reviewing and discussing the implementation of the city's strategic goals and priorities established during a December 2025 strategic planning session. Key procurement-related topics included plans to conduct a comprehensive fiscal sustainability analysis with potential revenue options to be presented by March 2027, and the initiation of a long-term strategic plan involving an RFP for an outside consulting firm to be issued by fall 2026, with estimated fees ranging from $50,000 to $200,000. The council also discussed the need for a fee study to update city fees in compliance with legal parameters, which would require hiring an external consultant. Other procurement considerations involved capital improvement projects such as city hall renovation and street sweeping programs, with updates to be provided in the upcoming budget process. The meeting highlighted concerns about past failures in plan implementation, the importance of transparency and accountability in spending, and the need for improved coordination with community partners and regional entities. Council members emphasized the necessity of measurable objectives, timely reporting, and enhanced communication strategies, including potential public relations improvements. No specific contract awards or vendor selections were made during the meeting, but several action items related to procurement planning and budget allocations were identified for future follow-up.