Civic Issues
Topics getting the most attention in Banning public meetings, ranked by how frequently they are discussed.
3 issues in governance
Three Planning Commission vacancies on the November 2027 ballot cycle
The commission still has no elected chair or vice chair for 2026, and Commissioner Castorena's absence forced another postponement. Al Marshall continues as acting chair.
Mayor Town Hall
Banning’s mayor is hosting a town hall on Sept. 14 to talk about where the city is headed—and you’re invited to weigh in. It’s a chance to hear what’s planned and push for the issues you care about.
City Council Meetings
The Chair argued summary minutes strip detail from big development decisions and erode public trust. State law and Council policy require summary minutes, so any change must go to the Council. Timestamps on meeting videos emerged as a possible middle ground.