Potential land transfer or exchange with Loma Linda University
Summary
The city is negotiating with Loma Linda University over a possible transfer or swap of several parcels east of the Banning Bench area. Mayor Royce recused himself from the discussion because of property he owns nearby. What the city might get or give up remains undisclosed.
At a glance
- Total mentions
- 1
- Last 30 days
- 1
Discussed at 1 meeting in the last 60 days; most recently Oct 13, 2026.
Impact analysis
The value of any land trade hasn't been revealed — it could mean a gain or a loss for city holdings.
Loma Linda University and the city both stand to benefit if the exchange terms favor Banning's interests.
Bench-area residents near the parcels may have stakes in how that land is ultimately used.
Mentions & discussions (2)
City Council - Oct 13, 2026
The city is negotiating with Loma Linda University over a possible transfer or swap of several parcels east of the Banning Bench area. Mayor Royce recused himself from the discussion because of property he owns nearby. What the city might get or give up remains undisclosed.
Surplus City Property | Banning, CA - Official Website
When the Banning City Council wishes to sell or otherwise dispose of almost all* City-owned property, they are now bound by the requirements of the Surplus Lands Act (more information on this statute is provided below). Briefly, this means that each property must be declared by the City Council as "surplus land," defined by the Act as any land "not needed for the agency's use" GC§ 54221(b).
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