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Civic issues
Topics getting the most attention in San Bernardino County public meetings, ranked by how frequently they come up.
San Bernardino HOPE Campus Homelessness Investment
Two big homeless-services items: $2.37 million reallocated for Kaiser transitional rent services through the Office of Homeless Services, and an extension of the CityLink permanent shelter construction deadline with Water of Life Community Church to the end of 2029.
Legacy Village Housing and Community Development Project
The county conditionally committed $28 million to help build Legacy Village — 180 workforce housing units and 461 student beds — with the San Bernardino Community College District and housing partners Jamboree and The Annex Group.
Lake Arrowhead Estates Subdivision Appeal
Residents appealed a 37-lot subdivision approval in Lake Arrowhead, raising concerns about construction traffic on narrow roads and rear yard setbacks. The board upheld the project while requiring provisions for homeowners association road maintenance.
Sports Tourism Development
San Bernardino County is investing in sports tourism by building a new stadium and bringing in a local team to draw in visitors and boost local business. It's a big play to get our region on the map and bring more entertainment options to town.
Bloomington Business Park Specific Plan Approval
Residents, union members, and environmental advocates clashed over a massive 213-acre industrial warehouse project in Bloomington. Critics highlighted severe air pollution and traffic impacts near schools, while supporters pointed to construction jobs and community benefits.
Mercury Dry Campground Appeal
Neighbors appealed the Planning Commission's approval of a 12-site dry campground in Joshua Tree, expressing worries about rural quiet, property values, wildlife, and lack of on-site supervision. The Board denied the appeal and upheld the project with tightened restrictions on trailers and power generators.
Downtown Development
San Bernardino is leveraging city-owned properties to kickstart a new downtown business district. This move aims to breathe fresh life into local commerce and spruce up the area.
Proposed Lone Pine Canyon Quarry Development
Residents from Wrightwood, Phelan, Pinyon Hills, and surrounding mountain communities voiced strong opposition to a proposed open-pit limestone and dolomite quarry in Lone Pine Canyon, citing severe health risks from dust and asbestos, traffic congestion on narrow evacuation routes, and potential seismic impacts on the San Andreas Fault.