City of Upland

The City of Upland's 2025 State of the City presentation highlighted significant progress in infrastructure, public safety, economic development, and community engagement. Key procurement-related updates include a $14 million major rehabilitation project on Foothill Boulevard, encompassing new pavement, storm drains, sewer and water lines, and electrical utilities, with work expected to complete by 2026. The city has also completed the Arrow Highway project with similar infrastructure upgrades. Public works is managing a backlog of approximately $210 million in street repairs, with a focus on maximizing limited budget resources through data-driven planning and collaboration. The city has implemented a two-year operating budget and a three-year capital improvement plan to prioritize projects effectively. Additionally, the city secured over $12 million in one-time funding from county and federal sources for infrastructure and downtown revitalization projects. Public safety enhancements include the deployment of a drone first responder program and expansion of the K9 unit. The city also launched a financial transparency website and adopted a pension management strategy projected to save $67 million over 20 years. Business development efforts have fostered downtown revitalization, attracting new restaurants, breweries, and entertainment venues, supported by city programs offering wage assistance and facade upgrades. The meeting emphasized ongoing efforts to secure additional funding and maintain fiscal responsibility while advancing critical capital projects and community safety initiatives.