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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.
Storm Recovery Fee Waivers
With a Super El Niño forecast for winter 2026, the Flood Control District wants to keep emergency procurement authority to prevent flooding, landslides and debris flows in Lytle Creek, Wrightwood, Oak Glen, Forest Falls and Seven Oaks.
Loma Linda University hospital revenue bonds (TEFRA hearing)
The Board holds a public hearing on up to $1.89 billion in revenue bonds to finance or refinance health care facility projects for Loma Linda University Medical Center and Children's Hospital. It's tax-exempt bonding facilitation, not county general fund money, but residents get a say in the hearing.
Animal Shelter Operations and Euthanasia Policies
The Board extends its emergency procurement authority to cope with the sudden loss of the Apple Valley Animal Shelter, which the Town canceled effective September 2025. High Desert animal care capacity remains strained.
Behavioral Health Services Act 2026-2029 Integrated Plan
The county is set to accept a $10.47 million federal Mental Health Block Grant from the state for 2026-2028, supporting community mental health services countywide.
County Executive Performance Evaluations
The Board of Supervisors is conducting scheduled performance reviews for four top county officials, including the Chief Executive Officer and County Counsel. These evaluations help ensure administrative accountability and oversight in county operations.
Proposed Behavioral Health Campus in Victorville
The county can now condemn a permanent access easement from OK Enterprise LLC for the behavioral health treatment campus in Victorville. The county offered $99,000; a supervisor pushed back about devaluing the owner's land and asked staff to study shifting the easement east.
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.
County Workforce Vacancies and Recruitment (AB 2561)
Numerous In-Home Supportive Services (IHSS) care providers and union members testified during public comment urging the county to approve higher wages and better benefits in upcoming labor negotiations.