Development News for Fontana, California

Goodman Logistics Center Fontana 3 Development Agreement Amended to Extend Term and Add Sustainability Measures

The City Council approved the first amendment to the Goodman Logistics Center Fontana 3 development agreement. This amendment extends the agreement's term by 10 years, from March 9, 2021, to March 9, 2041, making the total term 20 years. In conjunction with this extension, the applicant, GLC Fontana 3 LLC, has agreed to incorporate new sustainability features for portions of the project not yet constructed. These features include a truck routing plan, larger trees, zero emissions for on-site motorized operational vehicles, light-colored and solar-ready roofs, EV conduit infrastructure, the highest available CARB tier for construction equipment, and implementation of recycling and property maintenance programs. The council found that the amendment was adequately analyzed in the previously certified Environmental Impact Report (EIR) and that no subsequent or supplemental EIR is required. The vote was four in favor, with Councilmember Sandoval voting no.

Call for Commissioner Removal Over Fatal Incident; Officer Commended for Handling Park Incident

During the public comment section, speakers John Pedroza and Joseph Serdiego, representing the Justice for Diego Rios campaign, urged the council to agendize the removal of Commissioner Benjamin Alba from the Parks, Community, and Human Services Commission. They detailed Alba's involvement in the death of Diego Rios on November 28, 2025, citing his actions as a Claremont police officer, including an illegal chokehold, prolonged prone restraint, and ignoring pleas to stop. They emphasized that Alba's actions led to Diego's death by homicide, as ruled by the LA County Medical Examiner, and that Alba ignored updated training mandates following George Floyd's murder. They argued that Alba's conduct, especially after subduing Rios, is sufficient grounds for removal from his commissioner position. Councilmember Sandoval commended Officer Hernandez for his professional handling of an incident involving e-bikes at a park.

Fontana City Council Reviews Third Quarter Budget Report, Projects Fund Balance Increase

The Fontana City Council reviewed the third quarter budget status report for the fiscal year 2025-26. The general fund year-end estimates project total sources at $219 million, with forecasted revenues approximately $1.5 million higher than mid-year reports and $5.2 million more than the current budget. This improvement is mainly due to sales tax and transaction use tax (Measure T). Operating budget year-end estimates reflect $212.9 million in total uses, which is $1.7 million under budget and $3.1 million more than reported at mid-year. The overall net effect anticipates revenues exceeding expenditures by $6.5 million, leading to a projected increase in the fund balance by nearly $7 million to $69.5 million. Requested budget adjustments include a $150,000 revenue adjustment for interest revenue to fund a one-time expense and a net decrease of $915,000 in expenditures. Notable adjustments for other funds include capital improvements, debt service, enterprise funds, internal service funds, and special revenue funds. The report also highlighted major projects, including pickleball courts ($3 million), developer reimbursements ($7.5 million), RAISE grant ($2.9 million), Edawanda and Slover work, Cypress Storm Joint ($2.8 million), and Navigation Center and PATH improvements ($1 million). The transaction use tax programming shows $8.6 million available balance out of a $22.5 million budget. A grants update reported $187.8 million awarded, with $115 million spent and $73 million remaining. The ARPA update indicates 89% performance period completion, with 100% funding forecasted to be spent by December 31st of this year, and 96% expended to date. The treasury report shows an increase in the advisor-managed portfolio to $403 million and pooled investments by 38%. Investments held by fiscal agents total $250.6 million, with growth in OPEB and pension trust accounts. A $3.9 million adjustment was noted for the fire station 80 training center project.

Resident Shares Positive Experience with City Resources, Urges Proactivity, and Notes Challenges in Homeless Outreach

George Johnson Sabah shared his positive experience with city resources, particularly the responsiveness of Mayor Warren and Fontana PD in connecting him with job resources after receiving a spam text about a social worker. He emphasized that while resources exist, individuals need to be proactive rather than expecting everything to be handed to them. Sabah also attended a CityLink breakfast for the homeless, praising the volunteers and food, but noted disrespectful behavior from some homeless individuals regarding their belongings and a torch lighter, which he felt detracted from the city's efforts. He expressed frustration that such behavior hinders further support for the homeless community.