CLOSED SESSION AND REGULAR MEETING OF THE MAYOR AND CITY COUNCIL - 08/19/2026

The San Bernardino Mayor and City Council held a joint closed session and regular meeting on August 19, 2026. Key procurement-related discussions included a public hearing and unanimous approval of a solid waste service rate increase to comply with state law SB 1383, with an emphasis on transparency and senior discounts. The council also considered two developer proposals for the Ardan Guthrie property, ultimately unanimously selecting Schneider Commercial Real Estate to enter exclusive negotiations for a commercial retail development project expected to generate approximately $1.2 million in annual sales tax revenue. Additionally, the council reviewed the feasibility and formation process of a Property-Based Business Improvement District (PBID) for downtown San Bernardino, with plans to revisit the topic in conjunction with downtown revitalization efforts. A significant portion of the meeting was devoted to public comments addressing concerns about the management and financial oversight of the Shannon Hills Golf Course, prompting council discussion about a comprehensive forensic audit of the golf course operations and contracts. The council also approved a contract related to mobile health services, with further negotiation on vehicle use. Various community updates and appointments were made, and the meeting concluded with acknowledgments of community events and ongoing city projects.