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Civic issues
Topics getting the most attention in San Bernardino County public meetings, ranked by how frequently they come up.
Arrowhead Regional Medical Center Strike Staffing
Teamsters Local 1932 workers at Arrowhead Regional Medical Center have noticed a strike for October 27. The Board gave the hospital CEO power to spend up to $20 million on temp staffing agencies so patient care continues during the walkout.
Law Enforcement Transparency and Accountability
Multiple residents urged the Board to revisit — and cancel or ban — the county's Flock automatic license plate reader cameras, arguing a private company is holding residents' movement data. The topic hasn't been agendized since 2024 and speakers asked for it to come back.
Child Welfare and Family Services Oversight Concerns
Several community advocates and parents testified regarding alleged systemic failures, racial disparities, and procedural violations within the Children and Family Services (CFS) department, demanding independent audits and withholding of increased funding.