Redlands City Council Meeting September 21, 2026

The Redlands City Council held a special meeting on September 21, 2026, focusing primarily on budget updates for fiscal years 2027 and 2028, and discussions regarding city service fee schedules for nonprofit events and downtown parking solutions. The council reviewed the impact of recent labor contract negotiations on the budget, resulting in a need to reduce expenditures by approximately $4 million to maintain a healthy fund balance. Specific budget cuts included reductions in contract code enforcement, tree trimming, police and fire overtime, and supplies. Supplemental budget items such as new paramedic vehicles and police department vehicle leases were also discussed. Additionally, the council considered implementing a fee schedule for city services supporting eligible nonprofit events to recover costs, with examples provided but no immediate fee changes for existing events. Finally, the council reviewed proposals for addressing downtown parking shortages, including leasing or acquiring a parcel for a new parking lot at an estimated construction cost of $650,000, though the project remains unfunded and council members expressed skepticism about its effectiveness. No formal votes were recorded during the meeting, but several action items and budgetary considerations were discussed to guide future procurement and spending decisions.