City Unveils Proposed 2025-26 Budget as Infill Development Opportunities Grow

Proposed Budget Sets Priorities for 2025-26

The City of San Bernardino has released its proposed fiscal year 2025-26 operating budget and five-year capital improvement plan, outlining spending priorities for the year ahead.

The proposal details funding across general government services, infrastructure, and long-term capital projects through 2030. Major allocations include core city operations, public safety, and ongoing investments tied to state and local funding streams. The capital plan highlights continued work on streets, facilities, and public assets, reflecting the city’s focus on stabilizing services while advancing infrastructure improvements.

City leaders are expected to review and refine the proposal in the coming weeks before final adoption later this year. Residents and stakeholders will have opportunities to weigh in as budget workshops and hearings move forward.

Infill Land Listing Signals Development Interest

At the same time, a newly updated property listing on Baseline Street is drawing attention to development potential in the 92411 area. The 1.75-acre parcel, located near MLK Middle School and Arroyo Valley High School, is being marketed as a prime infill opportunity.

The site’s proximity to California State University, San Bernardino, major medical facilities, and regional transportation corridors positions it as a candidate for future residential or mixed-use development. Limited vacant land in established neighborhoods has increased interest in parcels like this, particularly as the city continues to address housing supply and economic growth.

Together, the proposed city budget and ongoing private land activity reflect a broader trend: San Bernardino is balancing fiscal planning with long-term growth. How these pieces come together in the months ahead will shape housing, infrastructure, and neighborhood investment across the city.

Sources

https://insidesb.sanbernardino.gov/DocumentCenter/View/10044/City-Managers-Proposed-FY2025-26-Operating-Budget-and-CIP-2026-2030
https://www.bcre.com/listing-sandicor/cv25280410-baseline-san-bernardino-ca-92411/