Board actions, Aug. 4 – Welcome to San Bernardino County

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“San Bernardino County Board of Supervisors Meeting Actions” banner with five members standing in front of the County Government Center. — *The Board of Supervisors took several actions during its regular board meeting on August 4.*

District Specific Priorities Program invests in public safety, youth and community projects

The Board of Supervisors approved District Specific Priorities Program funding to support public safety, youth programs, recreation and community initiatives throughout the county.

Approved allocations include:

$1.2 million in reallocated funding from Fourth District Supervisor Curt Hagman’s District Specific Priorities Program to the city of Montclair to purchase public safety radios, accessories and related services for the city’s police, fire and code enforcement departments, replacing obsolete communications equipment.
$206,000 from Vice Chair and Fifth District Supervisor Joe Baca, Jr.’s District Specific Priorities Program to the San Bernardino City Unified School District to support the design and construction of playground shade structures at Paakuma Park, providing students and the community with additional protection from the elements.
$100,000 from Second District Supervisor Jesse Armendarez’s District Specific Priorities Program to Regional Parks to support family-oriented recreational events at Cucamonga-Guasti Regional Park, including Kite Day, Family Fishing Day, Family Fishing Night, Family Fun Day and the Holiday Walk of Lights.
$40,000 from Armendarez’s District Specific Priorities Program to the Fontana Pop Warner Football Association to purchase and refurbish athletic equipment and safety supplies for youth football and cheer programs.
$15,000 from Armendarez’s District Specific Priorities Program to the Fontana Baseball Association to provide youth scholarships, improve equipment and safety, and support league operations.
$10,000 from Armendarez’s District Specific Priorities Program to Child Advocates of San Bernardino County to support volunteer recruitment, training, outreach and youth advocacy programs for children in foster care.
$10,000 from Armendarez’s District Specific Priorities Program to Southridge Little League to purchase a utility vehicle for field maintenance and support league operations.

County Library receives $1.2 million gift to support Career Online High School

The San Bernardino County Library received a $1.2 million gift from the Inland Empire Community Foundation to establish a dedicated fund supporting its Career Online High School program.

The accredited online program allows eligible adult residents to earn a high school diploma and career certification. The gift is expected to sustain the program for approximately 20 years, helping residents improve employment opportunities, strengthen workforce readiness and advance economic mobility throughout San Bernardino County. Since the program began, more than 200 students have graduated.

By expanding access to education and workforce development opportunities, the county is making continued progress toward achieving the Countywide Vision.

Children and Family Services expands prevention network

The board approved a $1.6 million agreement with First 5 San Bernardino to establish the Champions for Primary Prevention Network and provide competency training for community organizations serving children and families.

The initiative will strengthen prevention-focused services by providing training in trauma-informed care, child development, relational health, evidence-based practices and community collaboration. The network is designed to expand the capacity of local organizations to connect families with resources and help prevent children from entering the child welfare system.

Homelessness programs strengthen housing stability for youth and families

The San Bernardino County Office of Homeless Services received budget adjustments totaling approximately $1.8 million to support the Transitional Age Youth and Bringing Families Home programs.

The funding will provide housing navigation, rental assistance, case management and supportive services for young adults transitioning from foster care or probation, as well as families receiving child welfare services who are experiencing or at risk of homelessness. The programs are designed to promote housing stability, support family reunification and help prevent children from entering foster care due to housing instability.

By expanding housing stability services for vulnerable youth and families, Homeless Services is helping to fulfill the Countywide Vision.

Inmate education programs continue through community partnership

The board approved a no-cost agreement with Five Keys Charter School to continue educational programs for individuals housed in county detention facilities through June 30, 2029.

The partnership provides General Educational Development (GED) preparation, high school diploma, English as a second language and adult basic education classes that help participants build academic skills and prepare for successful reentry into the community.

Public Health receives workforce funding

The San Bernardino County Public Health Department received an additional $11 million in state Future of Public Health funding, bringing the department’s total funding to more than $44.3 million through June 30, 2027.

The funding will continue to strengthen the county’s public health workforce and infrastructure by supporting permanent staff, equipment, supplies and other operational needs that enhance the delivery of public health services throughout San Bernardino County.

By strengthening the public health workforce and expanding the county’s capacity to deliver essential health services, the county is advancing the health and wellness goals of the Countywide Vision.

Head Start programs receive continued federal funding

The board accepted a $66.4 million federal grant to continue the county’s Head Start, Early Head Start and Early Head Start–Child Care Partnership programs through June 30, 2027.

The programs serve more than 2,000 children, infants, toddlers and pregnant women throughout San Bernardino County by providing early childhood education, health, nutrition, family engagement and school readiness services for eligible families.

Child Support Services continues Parentage Opportunity Program

The San Bernardino County Child Support Services Department received board approval for a revised contract template that will allow the Parentage Opportunity Program to continue partnering with hospitals and prenatal care providers throughout the county through 2030.

The program gives unmarried parents the opportunity to voluntarily establish legal parentage at the time of a child’s birth, helping simplify the process of securing financial and medical support for children while reducing administrative requirements for participating providers.

By helping children establish legal parentage and connect families with support services, the county is strengthening families and advancing the safety, health and well-being goals of the Countywide Vision.

Road maintenance service charge election results

Acting as the governing body of County Service Area 70, Zone R-15 (Landers), the board accepted the certified results of a property owner election regarding a proposed increase to the annual road maintenance service charge.

Property owners did not approve the proposed increase from $20 to $75 per parcel, with 45.1 percent voting in favor and 54.9 percent opposed. As a result, the county will begin the process of dissolving the district. Upon dissolution, the annual property-related fee will be removed and road maintenance services will no longer be provided through the district.

The road districts were established by local property owners between 1984 and 1999 to fund maintenance of dirt roads that are not part of the county-maintained road system. Existing fee levels no longer generate sufficient revenue to support ongoing road maintenance operations. Following dissolution, future maintenance and improvements to roads within the former district boundaries will be the responsibility of affected property owners. The county will continue to maintain roads that are part of the county-maintained road system.

Chino Airport layout plan updated

San Bernardino County Airports received authorization to submit the 2026 Airport Layout Plan update for Chino Airport to the Federal Aviation Administration.

The updated plan reflects existing airport facilities, forecasted aviation activity and long-term development concepts while preserving the county’s eligibility for future Airport Improvement Program funding. Approval of the plan does not authorize construction of future projects, which will return to the board for separate consideration as they advance.

By supporting long-term airport planning and preserving eligibility for future infrastructure funding, the county is advancing the economic vitality and transportation goals of the Countywide Vision.

Board certifies June primary election results

The board accepted the certified results of the June 2, 2026, Statewide Direct Primary Election and adopted a resolution declaring the candidates elected or nominated for county offices under its jurisdiction.

More than 403,500 voters cast ballots in the election, representing a 32.69 percent voter turnout. The action officially certified election results for county offices, including the Board of Supervisors, Assessor-Recorder-Clerk, Auditor-Controller/Treasurer/Tax Collector, District Attorney, Sheriff-Coroner and San Bernardino County Superior Court, while confirming the San Bernardino County Superintendent of Schools race will advance to the November General Election.

Board adopts 2027 meeting calendar

The San Bernardino County Clerk of the Board received approval for the 2027 annual meeting calendar, setting the schedule for regular Board of Supervisors meetings through January 2028. The board may amend the calendar as needed.

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