Council Member, District 4· 2022-12-13 to 2026-11-01 (start of current term 2022-12-13 per Fontana Herald News article on Dec. 13, 2022 swearing-in, on council since 1992; month-level end: November 2026 per city bio 'current term will expire in November 2026' fontanaca.gov/2792; re-sweep Dec 2026)
John B. Roberts
Fontana, California
No biography on file yet.
Voice
- Meetings spoken in
- 2
- Total speaking time
- 1:30
- Avg per meeting
- 0:45
- Segments
- 29
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Top issues during term (11)(Zoning)
Fontana Gateway Specific Plan zero-foot setback amendment
No direct cost to residents — it's a development standard change affecting private industrial properties.
Zoning and Development Code amendments (MCA 26-0005)
Ventata at Duncan Canyon gas station and drive-thru amendment
Downtown Core Parking and Outdoor Dining Code Amendments
No direct cost to residents, though eliminating parking requirements could shape future downtown development and whether free parking remains available.
Ventana Specific Plan Commercial Center
New retail and fuel sales would add local sales tax revenue.
Planning Commission vacancy appointment
2025 General Plan Annual Progress Report
Proposed smoke shop on Foothill Boulevard
No direct cost to the city is stated; the business would occupy an existing commercial space.
Emergency Shelter Overlay at 11109 Jasmine Street
The city has a proposed sale of the property pending, but no sale price was listed on the agenda.
Beer and wine license for Carnitas Quiroga restaurant
ADU Rules Updated for State Law
None stated; compliance with state law avoids potential legal exposure.
Decisions during term (0)
Recorded while Roberts was in office — not necessarily decisions they moved, spoke to, or voted on.
No decisions found matching Zoning.
Voting record (0)(Zoning)
No votes found matching Zoning.