City of Upland

The City of Upland's 2025 State of the City presentation highlighted significant procurement and infrastructure initiatives aimed at improving public safety, financial stability, and economic development. Key projects include a $14 million major rehabilitation of Foothill Boulevard, encompassing upgrades to sewer lines, water lines, and electrical utilities, with work expected to complete by 2026. The city has also completed the Arrow Highway project, which involved new pavement, storm drains, sewer, and water lines. Public works is managing a $210 million backlog in street, parking lot, and alley repairs, with a focus on maximizing limited budget resources through data-driven planning and collaboration. The city has implemented a pension management strategy (BLAST) projected to save $67 million over 20 years and transitioned to a biennial budgeting process to enhance financial efficiency and long-term planning. Additionally, Upland has secured over $12 million in one-time funding from county and federal sources for infrastructure and downtown revitalization projects. Public safety enhancements include the addition of two new police officer positions, deployment of drones for rapid response, and plans to install cameras downtown to aid crime prevention. The city also emphasized support for small businesses and downtown economic revitalization, with new residential and commercial developments underway. Community engagement is encouraged through participation in city committees and use of a new financial transparency website and upcoming mobile app for reporting and tracking city services.