# City of Upland

The City of Upland's 2025 State of the City presentation highlighted significant infrastructure and public safety improvements, including a $14 million rehabilitation project on Foothill Boulevard and upgrades to water, sewer, and storm drain systems. The city emphasized strategic financial management, including a new biennial budgeting process and a pension management strategy that has saved millions. Public works is actively managing capital improvement projects with a focus on efficient use of limited funds, supported by a new pavement management plan and master planning for future infrastructure needs. The city also showcased its efforts to revitalize downtown Upland, attracting new businesses and enhancing community amenities, which is expected to boost local economic development. Additionally, the police department has incorporated new technologies like drones to improve response times and public safety. No specific contract awards or vendor selections were detailed, but the meeting underscored ongoing capital projects and the city's commitment to securing grant funding for future improvements.

**Jurisdictions:** sled
**Industries:** Construction & Infrastructure, Public Safety
**Topics:** Physical Infrastructure, Grants & Funding
**Published:** September 17, 2026

### Sources
- [City of Upland](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=vJcF9srMxVw) - City of Upland