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Civic issues
Topics getting the most attention in San Bernardino public meetings, ranked by how frequently they come up.
Homelessness trend and water rates
The city manager reported a substantial drop in this year's homeless point-in-time count, and flagged proposed water/sewer rate increases of roughly $7 a month for the average customer, with a public hearing May 26.
Water and sewer rate increases
The Water Board (not the council) is considering rate increases averaging about $7/month starting July 2026; a public meeting was set for May 7 at Palm Elementary.
Storm drain repairs
The council approved a $152,490 repair of a collapsed storm drain at a Lynwood Drive church parking lot and a $6,900 design amendment for the Mt. Vernon Storm Drain project.