Rialto City Council Meeting 09-08-26

The City of Rialto held a City Council meeting on September 8, 2026, which included discussions on various procurement and contract matters. Key procurement actions included approval of a three-year renewal contract with ESRI for GIS services valued at $270,900, a three-year uniform and linen service contract with Prudential Overall for $225,000, and a three-year service agreement with Fire Apparatus Solutions for fire apparatus maintenance with a not-to-exceed amount of $1.2 million and potential extension up to $2 million. The council also approved interior improvement projects for Fire Station 201 and dormitory improvements for Fire Station 204. Additionally, the council received a $50,000 ceremonial check from the San Bernardino Valley Municipal Water District for water conservation programs. Policy discussions included a briefing on Assembly Bill 179 related to affordable housing funding and impact fee waivers effective July 2027. Public safety concerns were raised regarding immigration enforcement near schools, with the police chief clarifying limitations due to state law. The council also discussed establishing an endowment fund for veterans' events, with a motion to bring a proposal forward by mid-year budget. Several community and public service announcements were made, but no votes were taken on those items.