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Civic issues
Topics getting the most attention in Rancho Cucamonga public meetings, ranked by how frequently they come up.
Overnight parking restrictions at City-owned lots
A new resolution would close all City-owned parking lots from 10 p.m. to 6 a.m., with a $110 fine and possible towing. Until now, formal rules mostly covered City Hall; this expands them citywide, including park lots.
Crossing Guards for Schools
A parent candidate for the Alta Loma School District board asked the city to reassess crossing guards at every district campus, saying dismissal at schools like Deer Canyon is dangerous with no guards present.
Pedestrian and Bicycle Safety Grant
The city accepted a $130,000 federal grant, funneled through the state Office of Traffic Safety, to fund pedestrian and bicycle safety programs in the 2026/27 fiscal year.
Ground Ambulance Services Agreement with CONFIRE
A resident urged the city to pursue a local hospital, citing eight-hour waits at San Antonio Regional Hospital, and called for more firefighters and dedicated sheriff's staffing to keep pace with growth.
E-Bike Safety and Police Motorcycles
A volunteer at the youth e-bike safety fair asked the council to consider restoring police motorcycles so officers can respond faster to e-bike incidents in school zones and traffic.
Late-night loitering near Etiwanda
A resident described nightly car gatherings, litter, and illegal activity above new Etiwanda homes, suggesting a gate and trail to permanently block access.
Flock License Plate Reader Contract
Several speakers demanded the city cancel its Flock contract, citing roughly $260,000 paid last March plus $70,000 a year, and alleging the cameras have been used to monitor protesters. The council took no action.
Drone as First Responder Program
The council set four goals for 2026-2027: a drones-as-first-responders program by July, fire administration/EOC schematic design by December, an ATMS master plan update, and a fiscal sustainability strategic plan.