City of Upland

The City of Upland outlines its comprehensive approach to strategic resource management and community development. Key initiatives include significant investments in infrastructure, such as streets, sidewalks, water systems, and traffic signals, partly funded by the American Recovery Act Plan. The city emphasizes environmental sustainability through water conservation, waste reduction (including compliance with SB 1383 for organic waste recycling), and robust tree planting programs as a 'Tree City USA' member. Additionally, the strategy focuses on effective human resource management to ensure reliable service delivery and preserve the city's quality of life and natural beauty for current and future generations.

Key discussions during the meeting included an update on the County Cares Act project, noting that installations are anticipated to be completed in February. The Board reviewed the Management Report and the Literacy Report. The Friends of the Library reported that they are accepting donations, surplus materials are handled via Better World Books for funds, a promotional advertisement was placed in the Claremont Courier, and volunteer service averages between 260-270 hours monthly.

The meeting agenda includes an open session starting at 6:00 p.m., oral communications from citizens regarding items on the closed session and general agendas, and a closed session. Key items for presentation include Police Department Promotions. The consent calendar covers routine matters such as approving the Regular Meeting Minutes of January 26, 2026, adopting Zoning Code Amendment No. 25-0005, ratifying an appointment to the Public Works Committee, declaring an emergency condition and approving a contract for repairs to the 15th Street Transfer Station, approving the purchase of a mini excavator for the Water Distribution Department, approving a Sewer Service Agreement, approving the Notice of Completion for a Reservoir Overflow Air Gap Installation Project, accepting 2023 Justice Assistance Grant funds, ratifying the purchase of an uninterruptible power supply system, and approving reclassifications for Police Detective/Corporal and Senior Engineer positions. Public hearings are scheduled to consider authorizing delinquent water, sewer, and refuse service charges to be liened. Business items include considering the award of bid for the Tom Thomas Magnolia Plaza Project.

The meeting covered several items, including Committee Member Orientation and Brown Act Training. Key business involved discussing and receiving recommendations on the establishment of a Donation Policy and modifications to the Facilities Naming Policy, particularly concerning donor plaques and thresholds for City Council review. Another major topic addressed the Athletic Facility Policy and Fees, focusing on ensuring equitable application of user fees for resident youth sports organizations, as previous invoicing practices for groups like Upland National Little League were inconsistent. The Committee also addressed the establishment of a new definition for nonprofits regarding field usage fees.

The key discussion topic of the meeting was the review of the Investment Portfolio for the quarter ending March 31, 2018. The recommended action was to receive and file the report as presented by Piper Jaffray & Co. The discussion included details on the City's current investment strategy, which aims to maximize income while maintaining liquidity, noting that $41 million was invested across various instruments and approximately $19.9 million remained in the Local Agency Investment Fund (LAIF). The presentation by Piper Jaffray & Co. also covered the 2018 economic outlook, addressing topics such as GDP growth contributors, Federal Reserve rate hikes, interest rate forecasts, and equity valuation.