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AGENDA TITLE: Public Hearing to Consider Adopting a Resolution Approving the Draft 2022-
2023 Annual Action Plan
MEETING DATE: May 4, 2022
PREPARED BY: Community Development Director
RECOMMENDED ACTION: Adopt a resolution approving the draft 2022-2023 Annual
Action Plan for the Community Development Block Grant
(CDBG) program.
BACKGROUND INFORMATION: A public hearing is required as part of the federal requirements
under the US Department of Housing and Urban Development
(HUD) for the Community Development Block Grant (CDBG)
program.
Overview
The City of Lodi (City) receives an annual allocation of funds from HUD under the CDBG program.
For the 2022-2023 program year, staff estimates the City will receive approximately $635,000 in
CDBG entitlement funds from HUD. The City also has $108,198.85 in prior year CDBG funds to use
during the 2022-2023 program year.
The primary purpose of this program is to improve the quality of life for low- and moderate -income
persons, households, and neighborhoods by supporting public services, public facilities, crime
prevention, and access for disabled persons, affordable housing, and economic development. The
City adopts a five-year Consolidated Plan, as required by HUD, which lays out how the City plans to
use the funds through strategies and goals that improve quality of life in Lodi and address community
needs.
Each year the City prepares an Annual Action Plan that identifies the services and projects to fund
that will meet these Consolidated Plan goals. As part of this planning process, the City gathers public
comment on community needs and recommended activities to meet those needs.
This draft 2022-2023 Annual Action Plan covers the fourth program year of the five-year 2019-2023
Consolidated Plan cycle.
Annual Action Plan
HUD guidelines limit public services and administrative activities to 15 and 20 percent respectively
of the annual allocation amount.
APPROVED: Steve SChWabauer
Stephen Schwabauer, City Manager
AAP Public Hearing
May 4, 2022
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Based on the estimated $635,000 allocation, the distribution of funds will be as follows:
Administration $127,000 (20% Cap) — Includes fair housing activities
Public Service $90,000 (15% Cap less $5,250 allocated to capital projects)
Capital Projects $526,198.85 (Includes prior year funds)
TOTAL $743,198.85
CDBG Funding Recommendations
The draft Annual Action Plan contains recommended funding allocations, which outline how the City
will allocate funds to projects for the 2022-2023 program year. Funding recommendations are
grouped into the following categories: Program Administration, City Capital projects, CBO Capital
projects, City Service programs, and CBO Service programs.
Selected projects and allocation amounts were determined through an application process in
December 2021 and January 2022. Capital improvement applications that were received for the
2022-2023 program year were reviewed and scored by program staff. Public service providers
entered into two-year contracts during the 2021-2022 program year and were automatically allocated
an amount approximate to their first-year award.
Program Administration
Planning and Administration $109,000
San Joaquin Fair Housing - Fair Housing Services $18,000
City Capital Projects
Public Works - Alley Improvements Phase 9 (Capital Reserve) $70,000
Parks, Recreation and Cultural Services - Hale Park Parking Lot Renovation $206,000
*Note Capital Projects include a set aside for activity delivery costs (Ex. Labor Compliance,
environmental, etc.)
CBO Capital Projects
The Salvation Army - HVAC Replacement $22,774.80
LOEL Senior Center - Restroom and Accessibility Expansion Project (Phase 1) $127,424.05
Delta Community Developers Corp. - Creekside South Apartments $100,000
*Note Capital Projects include a set aside for activity delivery costs (Ex. Labor Compliance,
environmental, etc.)
City Service Programs
Graffiti Abatement Program $30,000
CBO Service Programs
LOEL Senior Center - Meals on Wheels $10,000
Second Harvest Food Bank - Food Assistance $10,000
Community Partnership for Families - Family Resource Center $25,000
The Salvation Army - Hope Harbor Operations $15,000
Community Engagement
The process of developing the 2022-2023 Annual Action Plan involved various instances of
community outreach and public involvement. Outreach included a workshop which focused on
AAP Public Hearing
May 4, 2022
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prioritizing funding and community needs; consultations with local organizations and stakeholders;
a 30 -day public review period; and a public hearing to allow for public feedback on the draft 2022-
2023 Annual Action Plan.
Next Steps
Upon City Council approval of the draft 2022-2023 Annual Action Plan, City staff will submit to HUD
for approval. The plan is due to HUD 60 days after the release of the official annual allocation.
FISCAL IMPACT: CDBG funds are federal funds. Capital improvements allow for
maintenance costs to be reduced. Administration costs are paid via a
20 percent set-aside of the grant funds or as activity delivery which
comes out of the project funds.
FUNDING AVAILABLE: Current available fund balance is $743,198.85.
Andrew Keys
Andrew Keys
Deputy City Manager/Internal Services Director
Attachments:
1. Draft 2022-2023 Annual Action Plan
Signature:
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Signature:
Email: sschwabauer@lodi.gov
Draft 2022-23 Annual Action Plan
Community Development Block Grant Program
CITY OF LODI
COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT DEPARTMENT
NEIGHBORHOOD SERVICES DIVISION
PUBLIC REVIEW DRAFT
Executive Summary
AP -05 Executive Summary - 24 CFR 91.200(c), 91.220(b)
1. Introduction
The City of Lodi's (City) mission is to enhance the quality of life for all Lodi residents. Through the
implementation of the Community Development Block Grant (CDBG) program, the City has been able to
further uphold and actualize this mission. The overall goal of the CDBG program is to develop viable
urban communities by providing decent and affordable housing, providing suitable living environments,
and expanding economic opportunities. This goal is realized by directing funds that are received from
the US Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD) to programs, policies, and goals that
primarily serve extremely low-, low-, and moderate -income persons.
To effectively direct and allocate the CDBG funds received by HUD in the most useful and efficient ways
possible, the City is required to create a five-year Consolidated Plan and subsequent Annual Action Plan
for submission to HUD. The 2022-23 Annual Action Plan serves as:
1. A planning document for the City of Lodi that is created through a community -oriented
participatory process.
2. An application for federal funds under HUD's CDBG formula grants programs.
3. A strategy to be followed in carrying out HUD programs.
4. An outline of specific projects, programs, and expectations to be undertaken during the 2022-23
program year.
Annual Action Plan Time Frame
The 2022-23 Annual Action Plan covers the time frame from July 1, 2022, to June 30, 2023, which is the
length of one complete CDBG program year. All projects and programs funded during this period will be
expected to be completed by June 30, 2023.
2. Summarize the objectives and outcomes identified in the Plan
The goal of the 2022-23 Annual Action Plan is to provide a one-year plan that outlines the City's strategy
to implement its five-year strategic plan goals, as they are represented in the City's 2019-23
Consolidated Plan. The Annual Action Plan further identifies the activities and funding allocations for the
2022-23 program year, as well as the activities, projects, and accomplishments that are proposed to be
supported by the City's annual CDBG allocation. The CDBG program works to support affordable
housing, social services, and community development initiatives in the City, and lays out data -driven,
community-based investment decisions to facilitate the most sustainable and comprehensive future for
the City's housing, community, environmental, infrastructural, and economic progression. Through data
collection, outreach, and analysis presented in this plan, a clear outline of the 2022-23 program year is
formed.
This plan lays out specific projects that will be supported during the 2022-23 program year; details on
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these projects and the needs and goals that they support can be found in section AP -35. The following is
a general list of projects and programs to be supported in the 2022-23 program year:
• Fair housing services
• Neighborhood park renovations
• Affordable housing rehabilitation
• Family and youth services
• Homeless services and prevention
• Graffiti abatement
• Meal and emergency food services for seniors and low-income individuals
• Capital improvements for nonprofit agencies that serve low-income households
3. Evaluation of past performance
The 2020-21 Consolidated Annual Performance Evaluation Report (CAPER) was submitted to HUD on
September 30, 2021. The Final 2020-21 CAPER is available on the City's website at the following link:
https://www.lodi.gov/DocumentCenter/View/4889/Final-2020-21-Lodi-CDBG-CAPER-9-21-21-City-
Version-with-AttachmentsPDF.
The City reviews each subrecipient's grant performance and financial documentation on a quarterly
basis, at minimum. At the time of drafting, the 2021-22 program year was in its third quarter. Service
providers have reported progress on meeting their activity goals. Subrecipients are selected for more in-
depth monitoring based on certain criteria. The City is in the progress of completing monitoring for the
2021-22 program year in accordance with its policies.
4. Summary of Citizen Participation Process and consultation process
The City of Lodi offered several opportunities for participation and comment through the Annual Action
Plan process:
• On Thursday, November 18, 2021, a quarterly subrecipient meeting was held to solicit feedback
on the City's CDBG program.
• During the months of December 2021 and January 2022, the City consulted with nine
community stakeholder organizations.
• On Friday, December 17, 2021, the City released an application for CDBG funding, and published
in the Lodi News Sentinel and posted at City Hall a notice for the CDBG application/community
needs workshop that also advertised the release of the CDBG application.
• On Tuesday, January 11, 2022, a CDBG application/community needs workshop was held at a
regularly scheduled Lodi Improvement Committee meeting.
• On Friday, March 18, 2022, a notice was published in the Lodi News Sentinel and posted at City
Hall for the 30 -day public comment period and May 4 public hearing.
• From Monday, April 4, 2022, to Wednesday, May 4, 2022, the draft 2022-23 Annual Action Plan
was available for a 30 -day public comment period.
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• On Wednesday, May 4, 2022, a public hearing was held at a regularly scheduled City Council
meeting to present the details of the draft 2022-23 Annual Action Plan, allow for public
comment, and obtain City Council approval.
5. Summary of public comments
Please see the summary of public comments contained in Sections AP -10 Table 2 and AP -12 Table 4.
6. Summary of comments or views not accepted and the reasons for not accepting them
All comments were accepted.
7. Summary
The 2022-23 Annual Action Plan is a conglomeration of community participatory feedback, community
stakeholder involvement, consideration of citywide goals and policies, and City staff coordination and
communication with community entities and resources. The plan used each element to design the most
effective approach to the allocation of CDBG funds for the program year.
In the 2022-23 time frame, CDBG funds will focus on promoting safer neighborhoods, completing
infrastructure and facility improvements, supporting public service programs that benefit priority
populations, affirmatively furthering fair housing, improving parks and green space, and supporting
programs and projects that reduce and prevent homelessness.
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AP -05 Lead & Responsible Agencies — 91.200(b)
Agency/entity responsible for preparing/administering the Consolidated Plan
Agency Role
Name
Department/Agency
CDBG Administrator
City of Lodi
Community Development
Department
Table 1— Responsible Agencies
Narrative
The Community Development Department — Neighborhood Services Division is responsible for
overseeing the administration of the City's CDBG funding, including the preparation of the Consolidated
Plan, Annual Action Plans, and CAPERS. The CDBG program consultant operates the day-to-day
administration of the program, and the City Manager and Neighborhood Services Manager oversee
these operations.
Consolidated Plan Public Contact Information
City of Lodi
221 West Pine Street
P.O. Box 3006
Lodi CA, 95241-1910
Tel: (209) 269-4519
E: NeighborhoodServices@lodi.gov
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AP -10 Consultation — 91.100, 91.200(b), 91.215(1)
Introduction
In preparing the Annual Action Plan, the City consulted and gathered information from a variety of
agencies, including service programs and local and regional community-based organizations.
The goal of the consultation process was to gather data to help determine any updates in the priority
needs of Lodi residents, as well as finding opportunities for coordination to improve the availability of
and access to services, housing, and quality of life within the community.
Provide a concise summary of the jurisdiction's activities to enhance coordination between
public and assisted housing providers and private and governmental health, mental health
and service agencies (91.215(1))
The City coordinated with several public service providers and various other special needs service
organizations which operate on a local and regional scale. See Table 2 below for additional information.
Describe coordination with the Continuum of Care and efforts to address the needs of
homeless persons (particularly chronically homeless individuals and families, families with
children, veterans, and unaccompanied youth) and persons at risk of homelessness.
Building on years of coordination, both during this and previous Consolidated Plan cycles, the City
continues to support the San Joaquin Continuum of Care (CoC) with various efforts to end homelessness
in the County. Its main goals, as identified by the chair of the CoC, are aimed at prioritizing efforts that
actively move homeless households into permanent housing, provide actual shelter for the unsheltered
homeless, and prevent households from ending up on the streets or in shelters.
The San Joaquin CoC is a group of stakeholders and lead organizations in San Joaquin County that
receive and distribute funding for supportive homeless and housing services, with several agencies and
organizations receiving funding locally within Lodi. Members of the Lodi Committee on Homelessness
participate in CoC meetings and volunteer to assist in its homeless prevention and assistance
programs/projects. Additionally, these members assisted the CoC and County Board of Supervisors in
creating a new homeless services coordinator position.
The City has funded and assisted in the propagation of multiple programs and projects that provide
supportive services to homeless individuals, as well as funding programs that support those at risk of
being homeless. One of the City's most prominent resources in assessing and coordinating the needs of
homeless populations is the Lodi Committee on Homelessness, a community-based group made up of
local stakeholders and representatives of private and public institutions. The Committee on
Homelessness works closely with the community to organize local public meetings to address public
comments, discuss homeless issues, and find viable programs and solutions to problems facing
individuals who are homeless or at risk of becoming homeless. The Committee also coordinates with the
CoC to align the City of Lodi with current countywide goals and standards that address homelessness.
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The City will continue to work with the Committee on Homelessness to reach the goals outlined by the
CoC, as well as addressing the priority needs of the City's homeless population.
Describe consultation with the Continuum(s) of Care that serves the jurisdiction's area in
determining how to allocate ESG funds, develop performance standards for and evaluate
outcomes of projects and activities assisted by ESG funds, and develop funding, policies and
procedures for the operation and administration of HMIS
Although the City does not have a large enough population to receive Emergency Solutions Grant (ESG)
funds directly, the San Joaquin County Neighborhood Preservation Division administers several federal
grant programs that provide direct assistance to homeless and low-income individuals and families
throughout San Joaquin County. This includes several supportive housing programs and a Shelter Plus
Care program. The Shelter Plus Care program provides rental assistance to homeless individuals with
disabilities. Supportive housing programs provide rental assistance and supportive services to families
and individuals to assist them in making successful transitions from homelessness to independent living.
Funds for these programs are received through HUD's CoC Homeless Assistance Grant Application
process.
Additionally, members of both the Lodi Improvement Committee and the Lodi Committee on
Homelessness participated in the development of the CoC's 2022 Point -in -Time count. This report gives
accurate and relevant data on homeless characteristics, supportive housing services, and statistics that
help shape the future development of the County's services and its ability to address the needs of
homeless populations. The coordination of these two committees with the CoC is an essential
component of the City's ability to communicate with the CoC to better understand the prioritization of
supportive housing needs within the community, based upon the knowledge and data gathered by the
committees.
2. Describe Agencies, groups, organizations and others who participated in the process
and describe the jurisdiction's consultations with housing, social service agencies and other
entities
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Agency/Group/Organization
Boys and Girls Club
Agency/Group/Organization Type
Services — Children
What section of the Plan was addressed
Anti -Poverty Strategy
by Consultation?
Briefly describe how the
The City consulted with the Boys and Girls Club of
Agency/Group/Organization was
Lodi, which run after-school and out-of-school youth
consulted. What are the anticipated
programs. Organizational challenges identified
outcomes of the consultation or areas for
include transportation from schools to the club,
improved coordination?
lower attendance, and lack of funding. Participant
challenges identified include financial insecurity.
Potential improvements include offering free
childcare for children, increasing quality of
programming, and expanding transportation options.
2
Agency/Group/Organization
Second Harvest Food Bank
Agency/Group/Organization Type
Regional Organization
What section of the Plan was addressed
Anti -Poverty Strategy
by Consultation?
Briefly describe how the
The City consulted with Second Harvest Food Bank,
Agency/Group/Organization was
which provides food assistance to Lodi residents.
consulted. What are the anticipated
Organizational challenges identified include hiring
outcomes of the consultation or areas for
delivery drivers, retaining staff, and lack of funding.
improved coordination?
Participant challenges identified include lack of
access, lack of transportation, lack of COVID-19
mitigation, and lack of financial stability. Potential
improvements identified include community
engagement and collaboration with WorkNet in Lodi.
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Agency/Group/Organization
LOEL Senior Center
Agency/Group/Organization Type
Housing
Services — Elderly Persons
Services — Persons with Disabilities
Foundation
What section of the Plan was addressed
Housing Need Assessment
by Consultation?
Non -Homeless Special Needs
Briefly describe how the
The City consulted with LOEL Senior Center, which
Agency/Group/Organization was
provides services for elderly Lodi residents as well as
consulted. What are the anticipated
a Meals on Wheels program. Organizational
outcomes of the consultation or areas for
challenges identified include increased demand for
improved coordination?
services and a growing program waitlist.
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Agency/Group/Organization
Grace & Mercy Foundation
Agency/Group/Organization Type
Services — Homeless
What section of the Plan was addressed
Homeless Needs — Chronically homeless
by Consultation?
Homeless Needs — Families with children
Homeless Needs —Veterans
Homeless Needs — Unaccompanied youth
Homelessness Strategy
Non -Homeless Special Needs
Anti -poverty Strategy
Briefly describe how the
The City consulted with Grace & Mercy Foundation,
Agency/Group/Organization was
which provides services to persons experiencing
consulted. What are the anticipated
homelessness, including meals, clothing, and
outcomes of the consultation or areas for
blankets. Organizational challenges identified include
improved coordination?
understaffing, increased demand in services, lack of
funding, and lack of adequate space to provide
services. Participant challenges identified include
substance abuse and mental health issues. Potential
improvements identified include offering a senior
program and seeking funding from private
foundations and other agencies.
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Agency/Group/Organization
The Salvation Army
Agency/Group/Organization Type
Services — Homeless
What section of the Plan was addressed
Homeless Needs — Chronically homeless
by Consultation?
Homeless Needs — Families with children
Homeless Needs —Veterans
Homeless Needs — Unaccompanied youth
Homelessness Strategy
Non -Homeless Special Needs
Anti -poverty Strategy
Briefly describe how the
The City consulted with The Salvation Army, which
Agency/Group/Organization was
provides food boxes, financial assistance, classes,
consulted. What are the anticipated
transitional support, and various types of shelter for
outcomes of the consultation or areas for
persons experiencing homelessness. Organizational
improved coordination?
challenges identified include decreased participation,
decreased volunteers, financial difficulties, and aging
infrastructure. Participant challenges identified
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include mental health issues, substance abuse, and
fear of COVID-19. Potential improvements identified
include increased property and facilities
maintenance; building an access center; and the
provision of low barrier shelter options.
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Agency/Group/Organization
San Joaquin Fair Housing Association (SJFH)
Agency/Group/Organization Type
Service — Fair Housing
What section of the Plan was addressed
Housing Need Assessment
by Consultation?
Market Analysis
Briefly describe how the
The City consulted with SJFH, which provides
Agency/Group/Organization was
mediation and advocacy for tenants and landlords as
consulted. What are the anticipated
well as guidance to landlords and tenants on their
outcomes of the consultation or areas for
housing rights and responsibilities. Organizational
improved coordination?
challenges identified include increased demand for
services. Participant challenges identified include
access to financial and legal assistance and an
increased demand for services. Potential
improvements identified include prioritizing
affordable and subsidized housing, expanding
financial assistance, increasing the amount of
temporary and permanent housing for persons
experiencing homelessness, and meeting increased
demand from seniors.
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Agency/Group/Organization
Lodi Improvement Committee
Agency/Group/Organization Type
Civic Leaders
Grantee Department
Other Government— Local
What section of the Plan was addressed
Non -Housing Special Needs
by Consultation?
Anti -Poverty Strategy
Briefly describe how the
The City consulted with the Lodi Improvement
Agency/Group/Organization was
Committee, which is responsible for maintaining and
consulted. What are the anticipated
improving the quality of life and appearance of Lodi.
outcomes of the consultation or areas for
Organizational challenges identified include need for
improved coordination?
increased collaboration with the City and City
Council, and access to additional funding Participant
challenges identified include finding long-term
support, mental health issues, and a language barrier
for non-English speaking participants. Suggested
improvements include expanding programs and
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facilities in the east side of the city and utilizing the
former Joe Serna School as a community center.
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Agency/Group/Organization
Women's Center -Youth & Family Services
Agency/Group/Organization Type
Services — Homeless
Services — Domestic Violence
What section of the Plan was addressed
Homeless Needs — Families with Children
by Consultation?
Briefly describe how the
The City consulted with the Women's Center -Youth
Agency/Group/Organization was
& Family Services, which provides peer counseling
consulted. What are the anticipated
for victims of domestic abuse and sexual assault as
outcomes of the consultation or areas for
well as outreach to homeless and runaway youth.
improved coordination?
Organizational challenges identified include limited
outreach and services due to COVID-19, difficulty
identifying homeless youth, and reduced referrals
from other organizations. Participant challenges
identified include lack of affordable housing options.
Potential improvements identified include fostering
partnerships with local police, school districts, and
the Youth Action Board to assist in identifying
homeless youth, provide youth -driven programs,
expand definition of homelessness to include
precarious or unstable housing situations like couch -
surfing, and increase community partners'
knowledge of the causes and precursors to
homelessness.
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Agency/Group/Organization
World of Wonders Science Museum
Agency/Group/Organization Type
Services — Children
What section of the Plan was addressed
Non -housing Community Development Strategy
by Consultation?
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Briefly describe how the
Agency/Group/Organization was
consulted. What are the anticipated
outcomes of the consultation or areas for
improved coordination?
The City consulted with World of Wonders Science
Museum, which provides edutainment for children.
Organizational challenges identified include service
modifications due to COVID-19 and neighborhood
blight affecting the amount of visitors. Participant
challenges identified include the effects of the
COVID-19 lockdown. Potential improvements
identified include increasing funding from the City
and community stakeholders, neighborhood
revitalization, and expansion of the museum.
Table 2 — Agencies, groups, organizations who participated
Identify any Agency Types not consulted and provide rationale for not consulting
The City consulted a variety of agencies serving Lodi residents and the region. No agency types were
specifically left out of the consultation process.
Other local/regional/state/federal planning efforts considered when preparing the Plan
Name of Plan
Lead Organization
How do the goals of your
Strategic Plan overlap with the
goals of each plan?
Both address issues pertaining
Continuum of Care
San Joaquin County
to homelessness and special
needs housing.
2016 Analysis of Impediments
City of Lodi
Both address issues pertaining
to Fair Housing Choice
to access to housing.
American's with Disability [sic]
Both address issues pertaining
Act (ADA) Self -Evaluation and
City of Lodi
to persons with disabilities
Transition Plan
accessing public facilities.
2015-23 Housing Element
City of Lodi
Both include the goal of
fostering affordable housing.
Table 3 — Other local / regional / federal planning efforts
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AP -12 Participation — 91.105, 91.200(c)
Summary of citizen participation process/Efforts made to broaden citizen participation
Summarize citizen participation process and how it impacted goal -setting
Outreach is essential to the City's ability to create an accurate and effective plan, and to allocate
resources appropriately. First, the City reached out to practitioners, agencies, leaders, and organizations
that potentially had the specialized knowledge, experience, resources, and capacity to discuss needs,
opportunities, solutions, investments, and improvements to be made. Second, the City encouraged all
Lodi residents to weigh in on community needs and opportunities for improvements through various
opportunities described below (e.g., Lodi Improvement Committee community needs workshop, 30 -day
public review period, and the City Council public hearing).
Please refer to the table below and the Executive Summary for a list of citizen participation and
consultation processes that were completed in preparation of this Annual Action Plan.
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Sort Order
Mode of Outreach
Target of Outreach
Summary of
Summary of
Summary of
URL (If
response/attendance
comments received
comments
applicable)
not accepted
and reasons
1
Subrecipient
Non-targeted/broad
On Thursday,
SJFH and LOEL
All
NA
Meeting
community
November 18, 2021, a
expressed an increase
comments
quarterly subrecipient
in demand for
accepted.
meeting was held to
services.
solicit feedback on the
City's CDBG program.
2
Legal Notice
Non-targeted/broad
On Friday, December
NA
NA
NA
community
17, 2021, the City
released an application
Non-English speaking
for CDBG funding, and
persons (Spanish)
published in the Lodi
News Sentinel and
posted at City Hall a
notice for the CDBG
application/community
needs workshop that
also advertised the
release of the CDBG
application.
3
Public Hearing
Non-targeted/broad
On Tuesday, January
An overview of the
No
https://www.l
community
11, 2022, a CDBG
application process
comments
odi.gov/agend
application/community
was presented to
received.
acenter
needs workshop was
potential CDBG
held at a regularly
subrecipients.
scheduled Lodi
Improvement
Committee meeting.
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Sort Order
Mode of Outreach
Target of Outreach
Summary of
Summary of
Summary of
URL (If
response/attendance
comments received
comments
applicable)
not accepted
and reasons
4
Stakeholder
Non-targeted/broad
During the months of
Nine stakeholders
All
NA
Consultations
community
December 2021 and
were consulted to
comments
January 2022, the City
continue monitoring
accepted.
consulted with nine
changing community
community
needs. Increased
stakeholder
demand for services
organizations.
and financial
resources were
prominent in
feedback.
5
Legal Notice
Non-targeted/broad
On Friday, March 18,
NA
NA
NA
community
2022, a notice was
published in the Lodi
Non-English speaking
News Sentinel and
persons (Spanish)
posted at City Hall for
the 30 -day public
comment period and
May 4 City Council
public hearing.
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Public Review of
Non-targeted/broad
From Monday, April 4,
TBD
TBD
https://www.l
Draft Annual
community
2022, to Wednesday,
odi.gov/183/C
Action Plan
May 4, 2022, the draft
ommunity-
2022-23 Annual Action
Development -
Plan was available for a
Block -Grant -
30 -day public comment
Progra
period.
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Sort Order
Mode of Outreach
Target of Outreach
Summary of
response/attendance
Summary of
comments received
Summary of
comments
not accepted
and reasons
URL (If
applicable)
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Public Hearing
Non-targeted/broad
On Wednesday, May 4,
TBD
TBD
https://www.l
community
2022, a public hearing
odi.gov/agend
was held at a regularly
acenter
scheduled City Council
meeting to present the
details of the draft
2022-23 Annual Action
Plan, allow for public
comment, and obtain
City Council approval.
Table 4—Citizen Participation Outreach
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Expected Resources
AP -15 Expected Resources — 91.220(c)(1,2)
Introduction
For the 2022-23 program year, the City estimates it will receive $635,000.The City also has approximately $108,000 in prior year CDBG funds.
Allocation of funds and assignment of priorities for funding are based on the national goals set forth by HUD regulations and on the local goals
for housing and community development, as outlined in the Consolidated Plan. Local goals, consistent with HUD regulations, focus on building
up and improving the City's lower-income neighborhoods.
Anticipated Resources
Program
Source
Uses of Funds
Expected Amount Available Year 1
Expected Amount
Available Remainder
Narrative Description
Annual
Program
Prior Year
Total:
of Funds
Allocation: $
Income: $
Resources: $
$
of ConPlan
$
Admin and
The City of Lodi is a
Planning
CDBG entitlement
Acquisition
community that
CDBG
Public-
Housing
$635,000
$0
$108,198.85
$743,198.85
$635,000
anticipates an
Federal
Public
allocation of
Improvements
$635,000 for the
Public
2022-23 program
Services
year.
Table 5 - Expected Resources — Priority Table
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Explain how federal funds will leverage those additional resources (private, state and local
funds), including a description of how matching requirements will be satisfied
The CDBG program does not have a matching requirement. However, in evaluating the subrecipient
applications and project proposals submitted to the City for CDBG funding each year, match funds are
considered as a factor in determining recommended actions.
If appropriate, describe publicly owned land or property located within the jurisdiction that
may be used to address the needs identified in the plan
The City's Public Works Department is continuing to complete alley improvements in the CDBG target
area. No other publicly owned land or property will be used to address the needs identified in this
Annual Action Plan.
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Annual Goals and Objectives
AP -20 Annual Goals and Objectives
Goals Summary Information
19
Sort
Goal Name
Start
End
Category
Geographic
Needs Addressed
Funding
Goal Outcome Indicator
Order
Year
Year
Area
1
Affirmatively Furthering
2019
2023
Non -Homeless
Citywide
Support Fair
$18,000
Public service activities for
Fair Housing
Special Needs
Housing Services
Low -/Moderate -Income
Other — Homeless
Housing Benefit:
Prevention
22.02 — 1,500 households
2
Infrastructure and
2019
2023
Non -Housing
CDBG Target
Improvements to
$220,198.85
Public Facility or
Facility Improvements
Community
Area
Infrastructure
Infrastructure Activities other
Development
Access
than Low -/Moderate -Income
Other — Capital
Citywide
Housing Benefit:
Improvements
22.03 — 2,000 persons
22.05 — 900 persons
22.06 —150 persons
Total — 3,050 persons
3
Improve Community
2019
2023
Non -Housing
CDBG Target
Improvements to
$206,000
Public Facility or
Parks and Green Space
Community
Area
Community Parks
Infrastructure Activities other
in CDBG Target Area
Development
and Green Space
than Low -/Moderate -Income
Housing Benefit:
22.04 —1,845 persons
4
Increase and Maintain
2019
2023
Affordable Housing
Citywide
Improvements to
$100,000
Rental Units Rehabilitated:
Supply of Affordable
Homeless
Housing
22.07 — 40 households
Housing
Conditions
5
Promote Safer
2019
2023
Non -Housing
CDBG Target
Safer
$30,000
Public service activities other
Neighborhoods
Community
Area
Neighborhoods
than Low -/Moderate -Income
Development
and More
Housing Benefit:
Non -Homeless
Resident Pride
22.08 —19,305 persons
Special Needs
Homeless
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6
Support Public Service
2019
2023
Non -Housing
Citywide
Services for
$45,000
Public service activities other
Programs for Priority
Community
Children/Youth
than Low -/Moderate -Income
Populations
Development
Services for
Housing Benefit:
Non -Homeless
Priority
22.09 — 630 persons
Special Needs
Populations
22.10 — 3,800 persons
22.12 — 96 persons
Total — 4,526 persons
7
Support Programs and
2019
2023
Affordable Housing
Citywide
Services for
$15,000
Homeless Person Overnight
Projects that Reduce
Homeless
Homeless and At-
Shelter:
and Prevent
Other — Homeless
Risk Homeless
22.11— 420 persons
Homelessness
Prevention
Individuals
Table 6 — Goals Summary
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Goal Descriptions
1
Goal Name
Affirmatively Furthering Fair Housing
Goal Description
The City will fund activities that focus on affirmatively furthering fair housing.
2
Goal Name
Infrastructure and Facility Improvements
Goal Description
The City will improve spaces within low-income areas of the City by
implementing facility and public infrastructure improvements.
3
Goal Name
Improve Community Parks and Green Space in CDBG Target Area
Goal Description
The City will improve public parks and green spaces within low-income areas
of the City by implementing park and facility improvements that enhance
park conditions, add youth recreational activities, and implement or maintain
community gardens.
4
Goal Name
Increase and Maintain Supply of Affordable Housing
Goal Description
The City will fund activities that focus on creating and maintaining affordable
housing within the City.
5
Goal Name
Promote Safer Neighborhoods
Goal Description
The City will support projects and/or programs that support the development
of safer neighborhoods.
6
Goal Name
Support Public Service Programs for Priority Populations
Goal Description
The City will fund activities that provide access to affordable services needed
by priority populations.
7
Goal Name
Support Programs and Projects that Reduce and Prevent Homelessness
Goal Description
The City will fund activities that provide resources and assistance to homeless
and at -risk homeless populations.
Table 7 — Goal Descriptions
Estimate the number of extremely low-income, low-income, and moderate -income families
to whom the jurisdiction will provide affordable housing as defined by HOME 91.215(b)
The City does not anticipate receiving HOME funds during this plan period. The City will make efforts to
collaborate with local agencies and social service providers to create new or rehabilitate existing
affordable housing units.
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Projects
AP -35 Projects — 91.220(d)
Introduction
The City estimates that it will receive $635,000 for the 2022-23 CDBG program year and has $108,198.85
in prior year funds. When funding projects through CDBG, HUD guidelines limit the amount of money
that the City can provide to certain categories of projects; HUD classifies most projects as public service,
administration, or capital funding. Under these guidelines, the City may allocate up to 15 percent of the
grant to public services, up to 20 percent for planning and administration, and the remainder for capital
funding, which includes housing, public facilities, infrastructure, parks, and other miscellaneous
improvement projects. Prior year funds can only be used for capital projects.
The City has a policy that reserves 60 percent of CDBG capital improvement funds for City -sponsored
projects and 40 percent for community-based organizations. The City -sponsored projects for 2022-23
are:
• 22.03 Alleyway Improvements Phase 9 (Capital Reserve)
• 22.04 Hale Park Parking Lot Renovation
Public service and fair housing service providers entered into two-year subrecipient agreements with
the City during the 2021-22 program year and were awarded funding for the 2022-23 program year
proportional to the amount received the prior year. For this reason, applications for public service
activities were not accepted for the 2022-23 program year.
The City received six applications from community-based organizations for capital improvements
totaling approximately $470,000. To delegate funds appropriately, each application was scored by City
staff according to set scoring criteria. Criteria included organizational capacity to successfully complete
projects in a timely manner, fiscal responsibility, viability to complete the project, past project
performance, CDBG funding eligibility, and how thoroughly the project would address community needs
identified through public outreach and in the 2019-23 Consolidated Plan. Three of the six community-
based capital improvement applications will be awarded funding. Attachment A shows a list of the
community-based organizations that applied, how much funding was requested, and how the proposed
projects were ranked.
At the time of this draft, the final allocations for proposed activities have not yet been approved by City
Council. On Wednesday, May 4, 2022, staff will present City Council with recommendations for 2022-23
CDBG funding amounts, at which point staff will receive Council feedback on the final allocation
amounts.
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Projects
#
Project Name
1
Planning and Administration
2
SJFH — Fair Housing Services
3
Alleyway Improvements Phase 9 (Capital Reserve)
4
Hale Park Parking Lot Renovation
5
The Salvation Army — HVAC Replacement
6
LOEL Senior Center — Restroom and Accessibility Expansion Project (Phase 1)
7
DCDC — Creekside South Apartments
8
Graffiti Abatement Program
9
CPFSJ — Family Resource Center
10
Second Harvest Food Bank— Food Assistance
11
The Salvation Army — Hope Harbor Operations
12
LOEL Senior Center — Meals on Wheels
Table 8 - Project Information
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Describe the reasons for allocation priorities and any obstacles to addressing underserved
needs
The City set multiple threshold criteria to both ensure that each project met the qualifications and criteria
necessary to be considered for CDBG funding, and that each project was an appropriate fit for the City's
priority needs. A community needs and NOFA workshop meeting was held in January 2022 to gather input
on priority needs and notify the community of available CDBG funding. Applications were scored by City
staff in March 2021.
Applicant considerations and threshold criteria:
First, the project must be eligible for CDBG funding, be cost-effective in its outlined project goals and
implementation, and fit within CDBG objectives, including meeting one of the national objectives (i.e.,
benefiting low- and moderate -income persons, preventing or eliminating slums or blight, or addressing
certain urgent community needs).
Second, the project must address one of the community priorities set out in the Consolidated Plan; this
includes the project's ability to benefit the target beneficiaries identified in the Strategic Plan. The 2019-
23 Consolidated Plan's priorities were created with community input during its drafting in 2019, as well
as during the outreach that was conducted for its amendment in 2020. Each year, during the Annual Action
Plan drafting process, City goals are reassessed to ensure that they continue to reflect changing
community needs and priorities.
Third, the project must have the ability to be completed in a timely manner and be well-managed by the
organization. Assessment of timeliness and management capabilities were based on the applicant's past
track records with grant management, and their proven ability to handle the extensive program
management criteria involved with the administration of CDBG funds. Additionally, for the projects
proposed by community-based organizations, the City considered the applicants' scores using an
application questionnaire and scoring tool (see Attachment B).
The requests from applicants for CDBG funding far exceeded the funds available under the City's annual
allocation. Due to this abundance in fund requests, not all proposed projects were recommended for
funding by staff. City staff assigned funding recommendations based on the applications that ranked with
the highest scores, the applicant's ability to implement the project with reduced funding, the overall
necessity and transparency of the organization and their associated projects, and most importantly the
project's importance in relation to the community development goals outlined in the five-year
Consolidated Plan.
It is important to note that the City did not accept applications from public service and fair housing service
providers for the 2022-23 program year because service providers selected for the 2021-22 program year
are under contract with the City until July 30, 2023. These service providers were allocated funding similar
to the amounts received in the 2021-22 program year.
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Obstacles
Resources offered by government programs and projects are often able to keep families financially
stable, and for many, these programs are essential to their well-being and continued livelihood. CDBG
funds are important for bringing added resources to individuals with low to moderate incomes,
providing needed safety -net programs, and initiating and maintaining long-term anti -poverty projects.
According to the 2015 Public Policy Institute of California report, 8.2 percent of Californians (3.1 million
people) are estimated to be kept out of poverty due to the combined contributions from CalFresh (i.e.,
food stamps), CalWORKs (i.e., cash assistance to families with children), federal Earned Income Tax
Credit and Child Tax Credit, Supplemental Security Income, federal housing subsidies, Supplemental
Nutrition Program for Women, Infants and Children, and free or low-cost school meals. CDBG funds
often complement these services by filling in service areas such as mental health, employment training
and development, fair housing and affordable housing, and any additional programs that are identified
within a community's priority needs to assist low-income or marginalized demographics.
The primary obstacle facing the City of Lodi is the lack of resources—particularly funding—that are
necessary to address the spectrum of needs identified in the community. That is why the City makes
great efforts to stay connected with local nonprofits and social service agencies, regularly examines
funding sources and other resources for opportunities to build community capacity, and looks for gaps
in needed essential services, while also looking for opportunities to implement long-term anti -poverty
solutions.
A second obstacle to meeting underserved needs is that many available services are not immediately
accessible, but rather located in Stockton, approximately 15 miles away. The City of Lodi works closely
with the regional transit agencies to improve access, and there are several daily public transportation
linkages between Lodi and downtown Stockton. The City has also encouraged nonprofit agencies to
operate satellite and mobile offices in Lodi. The City provided CDBG funding to one local service
provider, the Community Partnership for Families of San Joaquin, to assist with its move to a vacant
office space in a City building, where the organization operates its Family Resource Center.
A third obstacle is the number of nonprofits that need assistance with program management and fiscal
policies. New nonprofits continue to form in Lodi and throughout the region, and most have few, yet
passionate, staff members and volunteers devoted to a variety of issues. Unfortunately, most new
nonprofits do not have the capacity to meet the financial and reporting requirements of CDBG and other
grant programs, and they may need basic technical assistance securing tax-exempt status, setting up
bookkeeping systems, and applying for grants.
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AP -38 Project Summary
Project Summary Information
1
Project Name
22.01 Planning and Administration
Target Area
NA
Goals Supported
All
Needs Addressed
All
Funding
CDBG: $109,000
Description
General administration of the CDBG program, including all planning and reporting
activities
Target Date
NA
Estimate the number and type of families that will
NA
benefit from the proposed activities
Location Description
City Hall, 221 West Pine Street, Lodi, CA 95240
Planned Activities
Planning and Administration is intended to provide funding for general staff
administration of CDBG program and activities, including tracking activities in the
Integrated Disbursement and Information System (IDIS), reporting, public outreach,
program setup, reporting, planning, collaboration with local entities on meeting priority
community needs, and subrecipient training and monitoring. This includes capacity and
leadership building in the community and working to bring in additional resources
through the ABCD: Love Your Block Program.
2
Project Name
22.02 SJFH — Fair Housing Services
Target Area
Citywide
Goals Supported
Affirmatively Furthering Fair Housing
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ME:
Needs Addressed
Support Fair Housing Services
Funding
CDBG: $18,000
Description
Under planning and administration, funding will be provided for San Joaquin Fair Housing
(SJFH) to conduct fair housing testing, maintain the housing discrimination and
tenant/landlord law hotline, investigate complaints, and complete outreach and
education through public forums.
Target Date
6/30/2023
Estimate the number and type of families that will
This project will assist approximately 1,500 households.
benefit from the proposed activities
Location Description
401 S EI Dorado, St. A, Stockton, CA 95203
Planned Activities
SJFH will provide the following services: fair housing counseling, fair housing testing,
housing discrimination and tenant/landlord law hotline, complaint investigation, and
outreach and education at community events.
3
Project Name
22.03 Alleyway Improvements Phase 9 (Capital Reserve)
Target Area
CDBG Target Area
Goals Supported
Infrastructure and Facility Improvements
Needs Addressed
Improvements to Infrastructure Access
Funding
CDBG: $70,000
Description
Reserve account intended for overruns for the Alleyway Improvements Phase 9 activity
funded in the 2021-22 program year. This funding may also be used by other capital
improvement activities that experience overruns in the 2022-23 program year.
Target Date
12/31/2022
Estimate the number and type of families that will
2,000 individuals will be served by the Alleyway Improvements Phase 9 project (as part
benefit from the proposed activities
of the 2021-22 funded activity).
ME:
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Location Description
Alley for properties between Oak Street and Walnut Street bordered by Washington
Street and Garfield Street in Lodi, CA 95240.
Planned Activities
Removal and replacement of existing alley surfacing and installation of storm drainage.
4
Project Name
22.04 Hale Park Parking Lot Renovation
Target Area
CDBG Target Area
Goals Supported
Improve Community Parks and Green Space in CDBG Target Area
Needs Addressed
Improvements to Community Parks and Green Space
Funding
CDBG: $206,000
Description
The project will provide improvements to Hale Park, which is located within the CDBG
target area.
Target Date
6/30/2023
Estimate the number and type of families that will
benefit from the proposed activities
This project will benefit residents near Hale Park, approximately 1,845 individuals.
Location Description
Hale Park, Lodi, CA 95240
Planned Activities
The scope of work includes pouring a 1 -inch asphalt paving overlay of the existing
parking lot area, raising the existing structure frames, and providing new parking lot
striping. The driveway approach into the parking lot shall receive a new steel fabricated
barrier gate with a powder -coated finish. Other improvements will include removal of
the concrete picnic tables in the park and replacement with new powder -coated steel
tables.
5
Project Name
22.05 The Salvation Army — HVAC Replacement
Target Area
Citywide
Goals Supported
Infrastructure and Facility Improvements
Needs Addressed
Improvements to Infrastructure Access
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Funding
CDBG: $22,774.80
Description
Replacement of an HVAC unit at The Salvation Army Lodi Corps facility, which houses The
Salvation Army's offices as well as the food box and financial assistance programs.
Target Date
6/30/2023
Estimate the number and type of families that will
The Salvation Army Lodi Corps Facility serves up to 900 low-income and/or homeless
benefit from the proposed activities
Lodi residents annually. The HVAC replacement would support the individuals visiting the
facility for services.
Location Description
525 West Lockeford Street, Lodi, CA 95240
Planned Activities
Replacement of non-functional HVAC unit at the Lodi Corps facility at 525 W. Lockeford
Street.
6
Project Name
22.06 LOEL Senior Center — Restroom and Accessibility Expansion Project (Phase 1)
Target Area
Citywide
Goals Supported
Infrastructure and Facility Improvements
Needs Addressed
Improvements to Infrastructure Access
Funding
$127,424.05
Description
This project will fund LOEL Senior Center's Restroom and Accessibility Expansion Project
(Phase 1).
Target Date
6/30/2023
Estimate the number and type of families that will
The LOEL Senior Center serves up to 150 seniors annually. The project would support the
benefit from the proposed activities
seniors visiting the facility for services.
Location Description
105 S Washington Street, Lodi, CA 95240
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Planned Activities
The Restroom and Accessibility Expansion Project (Phase 1) will create an ADA -accessible
entrance at the LOEL Senior Center.
7
Project Name
22.07 DCDC — Creekside South Apartments
Target Area
Citywide
Goals Supported
Increase and Maintain Supply of Affordable Housing
Needs Addressed
Improvements to Housing Conditions
Funding
CDBG: $100,000
Description
This project will fund the rehabilitation of Creekside South Apartments.
Target Date
6/30/2023
Estimate the number and type of families that will
benefit from the proposed activities
This project will serve 40 age -restricted households.
Location Description
601 Wimbledon Drive, Lodi, CA 95240
Planned Activities
Delta Community Developers Corp. (a subsidiary of the Housing Authority of the County
of San Joaquin) will rehabilitate an affordable 40 -unit property for seniors with the intent
of maintaining its affordability.
8
Project Name
22.08 Graffiti Abatement Program
Target Area
CDBG Target Area
Goals Supported
Promote Safer Neighborhoods
Needs Addressed
Safer Neighborhoods and More Resident Pride
Funding
CDBG: $30,000
Description
This project will fund the City's Graffiti Abatement Program.
Target Date
6/30/2023
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Estimate the number and type of families that will
benefit from the proposed activities
This project will benefit the residents within the target area, approximately 20,000
individuals.
Location Description
Citywide
Planned Activities
The Graffiti Abatement program will remove graffiti from public/private and residential
and nonresidential surfaces in the CDBG target area.
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Project Name
22.09 CPFSJ — Family Resource Center
Target Area
Citywide
Goals Supported
Support Public Service Programs for Priority Populations
Needs Addressed
Services for Children/Youth
Funding
CDBG: $25,000
Description
The project will fund Community Partnership for Families' Family Resource Center
program.
Target Date
6/30/2023
Estimate the number and type of families that will
benefit from the proposed activities
The project will serve 600 low-income individuals and 30 youth from low-income
households.
Location Description
100 E Pine Street, Lodi, CA 95240
Planned Activities
CPFSJ will provide gang prevention and wraparound services for Lodi's at -risk youth and
their families. This will include assessments, case management, group counseling, and a
curriculum program.
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project Name
22.10 Second Harvest Food Bank — Food Assistance
Target Area
Citywide
Goals Supported
Support Public Service Programs for Priority Populations
Needs Addressed
Services for Priority Populations
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Funding
CDBG: $10,000
Description
The project will fund Second Harvest Food Bank's food assistance program.
Target Date
6/30/2023
Estimate the number and type of families that will
benefit from the proposed activities
The project will serve 3,800 low-income Lodi residents.
Location Description
1220 Vanderbilt Circle, Manteca, CA 95337
Planned Activities
The food assistance program will provide food to local community partners that
distribute it to low-income persons and persons experiencing homelessness.
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project Name
22.11 The Salvation Army — Hope Harbor Operations
Target Area
Citywide
Goals Supported
Support Programs and Projects that Reduce and Prevent Homelessness
Needs Addressed
Services for Homeless and At-Risk Homeless Individuals
Funding
CDBG: $15,000
Description
The project will fund The Salvation Army's Hope Harbor Shelter Operations.
Target Date
6/30/2023
Estimate the number and type of families that will
benefit from the proposed activities
The project will serve 420 persons experiencing homelessness.
Location Description
622 N Sacramento Street, Lodi, CA 95240
Planned Activities
The Salvation Army will provide 420 persons experiencing homelessness with overnight
shelter and a meal at the Hope Harbor Shelter.
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Project Name
22.12 LOEL Senior Center — Meals on Wheels
Target Area
Citywide
Goals Supported
Support Public Service Programs to Priority Populations
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Table 9 - Project Summaries
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Needs Addressed
Services for Priority Populations
Funding
CDBG: $10,000
Description
The project will fund LOEL's Meals on Wheels program.
Target Date
6/30/2023
Estimate the number and type of families that will
benefit from the proposed activities
The project will serve up to 96 homebound seniors.
Location Description
105 S Washington Street, Lodi, CA 95240
Planned Activities
LOEL, through the Meals on Wheels program, will deliver hot meals to homebound
seniors Monday through Friday.
Table 9 - Project Summaries
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AP -50 Geographic Distribution — 91.220(f)
Description of the geographic areas of the entitlement (including areas of low-income and
minority concentration) where assistance will be directed
While Lodi has used a needs -based strategy for the selection of projects and activities in multiple areas
of the City, the greatest need has historically been identified within the City's low-income CDBG target
area. This area consists of census tracts in which more than 50 percent of the population is low to
moderate income. The area primarily covers what is known as Lodi's Eastside or Heritage District. To
illustrate the CDBG target area to the public, the City created a map representing this area for the 2019-
23 Consolidated Plan (Attachment C).
When possible, specific attention will be focused on one census tract (45.02) within the target area,
which was identified as a Racially/Ethnically Concentrated Area of Poverty (R/ECAP). The Hale Park
Parking Lot Renovation project is located in this census tract.
This year's proposed social service projects aim to serve at least 70 percent low- to moderate -income
persons. Most social service organizations offer their services citywide. Due to Lodi's concentrated low -
and moderate -income area, it is believed that the majority of recipients reside in the CDBG target area;
however, for purposes of this calculation, the projects are considered citywide activities and are not
included in the CDBG target area below.
Geographic Distribution
Target Area Percentage of Funds
CDBG Target Area 41%
Citywide 59%
Table 10 - Geographic Distribution
Rationale for the priorities for allocating investments geographically
Areas of concentrated poverty generally have less private investment from financial institutions and less
capital investment for beautification and construction initiatives. This generally results in the need for
more assistance with projects that are intended to improve capital features in low-income areas. The
capital improvement projects that will take place in the CDBG target area (i.e., funding repairs to
alleyways and the renovation of park facilities) are intended to mitigate the lack of investment for
improvements to low-income areas.
As mentioned earlier, the citywide activities often benefit those individuals living in the City's identified
CDBG target areas. There are often fewer basic services and retail outlets in areas of concentrated
poverty, such as grocery stores, shopping centers, and commonly needed resources. With less
competition, businesses like convenience marts and check cashing companies are able to charge more
for goods and services, and low-income people end up paying more for basic necessities. Funding
activities that assist low-income individuals helps to offset the cost burden that many might face in
these neighborhoods.
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Affordable Housing
AP -55 Affordable Housing — 91.220(g)
Introduction
The City has prioritized supporting projects and programs that address affordable housing in the 2019-
23 Consolidated Plan. This prioritization is an effort to capture HUD's initiative for implementing
affordable housing programs, while also providing realistic and crucial support to individuals and
families who struggle to maintain housing due to various cost burdens and financial disadvantages.
In addition, the City has made multiple efforts to implement strategic actions to address the need for
affordable housing in the City. Actions have included applying for alternative grants, such as California's
Permanent Local Housing Allocation, Homeless Emergency Aid Program, HOME, or Section 108, to bring
in additional funds that could cover a wider array of costs than CDBG funds alone.
Low-income Lodi residents often face overcrowding, overpayment, and dilapidated living conditions.
Additional affordable housing choices would benefit these residents by giving them alternatives to
degraded and financially draining living conditions. For the 2022-23 program year, the City is funding the
rehabilitation of 40 affordable housing units for seniors through the Delta Community Developers Corp.
This activity will maintain affordability of these units into the future.
One Year Goals for the Number of Households to be Supported
Homeless
0
Non -Homeless
40
Special -Needs
0
Total
40
Table 11- One Year Goals for Affordable Housing by Support Requirement
One Year Goals for the Number of Households Supported Through
Rental Assistance
0
The Production of New Units
0
Rehab of Existing Units
40
Acquisition of Existing Units
0
Total
40
Table 12 - One Year Goals for Affordable Housing by Support Type
Discussion
The City plans to address housing needs and will continue to focus CDBG dollars where they will do the
most for low- and moderate -income households through better access to economic opportunities,
services, and public infrastructure. Additionally, the City looks for alternative ways to support affordable
housing, such as helping preserve existing affordable housing through rehabilitation projects and renter's
assistance programs and creating transitional housing units for individuals in emergency or transitional
circumstances. Moreover, the City continues to seek additional grant resources outside of CDBG dollars,
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to develop various affordable, transitional, and supportive housing types.
Moreover, the City will continue to support resident leadership through the ABCD: Love Your Block mini -
grant program, which has a ripple effect when residents become neighborhood leaders and conduct mini -
improvement projects that help improve health and safety of their community.
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AP -60 Public Housing — 91.220(h)
Introduction
The Housing Authority of the County of San Joaquin (HACSJ) continues to be the public housing agency
serving the City of Lodi. HACSJ is independent of the City of Lodi, and the City retains no control over its
funding or implementation of programs.
Actions planned during the next year to address the needs to public housing
Please refer to the HACSJ website (http://www.hacsi.org/—hacs*747/resources/agency-plans/ ) for
information on how HACSJ plans to address public housing needs.
Actions to encourage public housing residents to become more involved in management and
participate in homeownership
HACSJ encourages public housing residents to participate in policy, procedure, and program
implementation and development through its Resident Advisory Board. HACSJ also distributes a
newsletter to all residents, which contains relevant news, information on training and employment
opportunities, and other community resources available to public housing residents. Public housing
residents also participate in the development of HACSJ's five-year and annual plans. The Resident
Services Division distributes a survey to prioritize resident needs and schedule short- and long-term
improvements.
If the PHA is designated as troubled, describe the manner in which financial assistance will be
provided or other assistance
HACSJ is designated as a "High Performer."
Discussion
A wealth of information on HACSJ and its programs, housing resources, budgets, and financial planning
and reporting is available at www.hacsi.org.
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AP -65 Homeless and Other Special Needs Activities — 91.220(i)
Introduction
According to the 2019 Point -in -Time Count and survey of homeless persons performed by San Joaquin
County, Lodi has approximately 139 unsheltered homeless persons, which makes up approximately 9
percent of the countywide total of 1,558 unsheltered individuals. In the 2017 Point -in -Time Count, it was
reported that approximately 88 unsheltered homeless individuals resided in Lodi. The increase in Lodi's
unsheltered homeless population creates an urgent need that should be addressed. As of the writing of
this report, results from the 2022 Point -in -Time Count have not yet been released.
Projects and programs that address the issue of homelessness in the City were identified as the highest
priorities by the community during the outreach conducted for this Annual Action Plan, as well as for the
2019-23 Consolidated Plan. Specifically, outreach indicated that the biggest needs for homeless
individuals include transitional, supportive, and permanent housing units as well as support for mental
health service programs and programs to prevent homelessness.
Describe the jurisdictions one-year goals and actions for reducing and ending homelessness
including reaching out to homeless persons (especially unsheltered persons) and assessing
their individual needs
In the 2022-23 program year, the City plans to support multiple projects and programs that work toward
assisting homeless populations. The City is collaborating with the San Joaquin CoC to address the
increase in homelessness by supporting liaisons and committees that specifically address homelessness
and funding a wide variety of programs that support social services that work to mitigate financial
instability.
The City works with the Lodi Committee on Homelessness to assess and coordinate the needs of the
homeless population. A community-based group made up of stakeholders and private and public
institutions, the Committee on Homelessness works in coordination with the CoC to align the City of
Lodi with countywide goals that address homelessness. Members of the Lodi Committee on
Homelessness participate in CoC meetings and volunteer in its homeless prevention and assistance
programs. The City will continue to work with the Committee on Homelessness to reach the goals
outlined by the CoC and address the priority needs of the City's homeless population.
The City worked with the CoC in the planning and execution of the 2022 countywide Point -in -Time
Count. The information to be released in this report will help shape the future development of County
programs that are directed toward new and viable homeless social services and housing priorities.
The City values its relationships with homeless service providers and reaches out to those providers for
input on needs surrounding homeless services and priorities, as well as community efforts to address
homelessness. Many of the homeless service providers also attend City Council meetings to offer their
feedback on the homeless issues.
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The City is collaborating with the CoC, local service providers, and faith -based organizations to better
coordinate the variety of activities and services that are targeted to the homeless community. This
coordinated effort required some groups to relinquish or modify current programs to make Lodi's
overall approach more effective. For example, several churches have organized their daily breakfast and
lunch programs for the homeless so that they rotate and use The Salvation Army's facility instead of
using various parks and sites.
Additionally, the City will continue the following efforts:
• The City will remain involved in the County Emergency Food and Shelter Program Board, as well
as the Lodi Committee on Homelessness, which is coordinated through the Lodi Community
Foundation and includes key City staff as well as representatives from local faith -based and
community-based organizations and the general public.
• The City created a Homeless Liaison Officer position in the Lodi Police Department. The Homeless
Liaison Officer works directly with the local unsheltered homeless population to offer assistance,
connect them with available services, and find placement in shelters and more permanent
housing.
• The City supported the Board of Supervisors in its creation of a lead position at the County level
and the County now has a Program Administrator for homeless services. This position is intended
to bring new homeless and affordable housing resources to the County, increase coordination
among local jurisdictions, and help coordinate the Point -in -Time counts for the County.
• Through the Lodi Committee on Homelessness, the City continues to work with local service
providers to expand the reach and resources that they offer. This committee serves as a
community resource for local stakeholders and community members to come together once a
month with the primary purpose of discussing homeless characteristics and planning for future
initiatives to combat homelessness.
• SJFH will be supported by the City to educate individuals and families on their housing rights and
homeless prevention.
Addressing the emergency shelter and transitional housing needs of homeless persons
In the 2021-22 program year, the City provided CDBG funds to support The Salvation Army's Hope
Harbor Shelter program operations. The City also funded The Salvation Army's steam table replacement
and Lodi House's refrigerator replacement. These projects focused on replacing equipment necessary to
allow for the continued provision of emergency food services to homeless persons. The City will
continue to support homeless service providers by providing funds to support internal operations and
capital improvements. In the 2022-23 program year, the City is funding the replacement of an HVAC unit
at a Salvation Army facility.
The Homeless Liaison Officer position, created in 2017 to serve as a coordinator between homeless
populations and the social services, continues to help homeless persons reconnect with family and
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friends, obtain shelter and health services, and align with housing programs that set them up for future
permanent housing.
Helping homeless persons (especially chronically homeless individuals and families, families
with children, veterans and their families, and unaccompanied youth) make the transition to
permanent housing and independent living, including shortening the period of time that
individuals and families experience homelessness, facilitating access for homeless individuals
and families to affordable housing units, and preventing individuals and families who were
recently homeless from becoming homeless again
The City will use several strategies to assist chronically homeless persons. The following actions are
planned:
• The City will continue to support Second Harvest Food Bank, which provides food to many
local Lodi service providers that then pass this food along to individuals and families who are
homeless or at risk of homelessness. Healthy food contributes to better health and can reduce
financial stress due to medical costs, which can be a factor in homelessness.
• Similarly, the City supports the LOEL Center and The Salvation Army, which provide food to
extremely low- and very low-income residents across the city. Food provision can help some
residents save funds to use on other necessities, such as health and housing.
• The City will continue to support the CoC's efforts to push for unified policies and strategies
to address homelessness in San Joaquin County. Recent actions undertaken by the CoC have
revolved around the allocation of funding sources for the following: (1) permanent supportive
housing, such as rental assistance or funds for construction of new units; (2) rapid rehousing
rental assistance for families with children; (3) low -barrier shelters that accept individuals
regardless of sobriety, age, gender, etc.; (4) homelessness prevention, such as rental and
utility assistance to supply financial support for other needed activities; (5) and the
propagation of outreach and the provision of resources. Additionally, the CoC continues to
promote strategies and policies that local jurisdictions will adopt as part of a unified local
effort to address homelessness.
• The City is working with the Committee on Homelessness on a newly established construction
trades training program that would serve a portion of Lodi's homeless population—those with
a desire to obtain the skills necessary to seek gainful employment.
• The City, Police Department, and Committee on Homelessness created the Homeless Liaison
Officer position based on research that one-on-one assistance to homeless individuals where
they live would be helpful in getting them the resources they need. This position was created
in 2017; since that time, several volunteer police officers have joined efforts to assist the
liaison officer with his outreach and duties.
• The City will support CPFSJ's Family Resource Center to provide family and youth
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comprehensive services.
Helping low-income individuals and families avoid becoming homeless, especially extremely
low-income individuals and families and those who are: being discharged from publicly
funded institutions and systems of care (such as health care facilities, mental health facilities,
foster care and other youth facilities, and corrections programs and institutions); or, receiving
assistance from public or private agencies that address housing, health, social services,
employment, education, or youth needs.
The City supports CPFSJ's youth programs, which promote the mental, emotional, social, and
educational well-being of Lodi's youth. In turn, these programs help young people make positive choices
about their future, including efforts at school and with career opportunities. Some of the program's
participants come from families that have experienced multigenerational poverty, and this program
contributes to ending that cycle by introducing resources that create more opportunities for the
participant.
The City's LodiGRIP program assists youth who are at risk of joining or are associated with local gangs.
Every other month, LodiGRIP's youth attend an event at a nearby correctional facility where current
inmate mentors tell the youth about their own experiences with gangs and warn the youths about the
negative consequences of gang activity. Many participants in this program have chosen either to not
enter gangs or to separate themselves from gang involvement as a result of this program. The inmates
benefit from the program as well by feeling like they have made a difference for the participants and are
able to contribute to the community in a positive way.
The City supports Second Harvest Food Bank, which gives food to families teetering on the edge of
homelessness. Additionally, some of Lodi's seniors are on limited incomes and face medical care
expenses. To assist these residents in avoiding becoming homeless due to cost burdens associated with
aging, the City provides CDBG funding to the LOEL Center to support the center's Meals on Wheels
Program. The program delivers hot and cold meals that are also tailored to the particular nutritional and
dietary needs of elderly residents. Meals are delivered directly to seniors, who are also screened for
various other needs.
Lastly, foster care programs in San Joaquin County are overseen by the Human Services Agency. In
California, state law requires public foster care programs to provide an independent living program and
formulate transition plans for all youth preparing for emancipation. The City will continue to work with
the Human Services Agency and the CoC members to assist youth exiting the foster care system.
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AP -75 Barriers to affordable housing — 91.220(j)
Introduction:
Lodi's updated Housing Element (2015-23) and its Analysis of Impediments to Fair Housing both
thoroughly explore barriers to affordable housing, which are further discussed below.
Actions it planned to remove or ameliorate the negative effects of public policies that serve
as barriers to affordable housing such as land use controls, tax policies affecting land, zoning
ordinances, building codes, fees and charges, growth limitations, and policies affecting the
return on residential investment.
All communities work to make policies that promote a desirable place to live. Development reviews and
zoning codes are applied to new housing projects of varying sizes to ensure quality over time. The City of
Lodi's review process is dependent on the entitlement being requested. A typical housing development
can require tentative and final map approval, a lengthy environmental review, public input, Planning
Commission (public hearings), and possibly City Council review. This process can often take between six
and twelve months. If they are larger single-family or multifamily developments, they can be required to
go through a Site Plan and Architecture Approval Committee process before approval. The development
process can be less strict for single -site, smaller developments of multifamily or single-family
development, which may only require building permits and planning check for consistency.
The City's 2015-23 Housing Element analyzes barriers to affordable housing. Relevant summaries are
below; please see the Housing Element for a full analysis.
General Plan Designations and Permitted Densities
The Land Use Element was updated as part of the comprehensive General Plan update in 2010. The
element sets forth the City's development policies. Medium- and high-density residential and mixed-use
designations all allow multifamily housing by right. The range of districts that permit residential
development and the densities they offer (2-35 units per acre) allow for a variety of housing types and
therefore do not serve as a constraint to housing development.
Smart Growth and Transit -Oriented Development
Both the General Plan, adopted in April 2010, and the Transit -Oriented Design Guidelines for Downtown
prioritize locations for high-density development.
Zoning Standards and Permitted Housing Types
The existing Development Code regulates the type, location, density, and scale of residential
development and exists to protect and promote the health, safety, and general welfare of residents. The
development standards in the City's Development Code are consistent with other cities of Lodi's size
and character and present no barriers.
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Development Standards
The City's development standards do not impose a constraint to achieving maximum residential
densities and are reasonably related to neighborhood quality goals and protecting the health and safety
of residents. Development standards include yards and setbacks, building coverage, lot size and lot area
per dwelling unit, building height, parking standards, and design guidelines.
Growth Management Allocation
The City's 2016 Analysis of Impediments to Fair Housing Choice discusses barriers to access adequate
and affordable housing. Relevant summaries are below; please see the Analysis of Impediments for a full
analysis.
1. Impediment: Lack of sufficient subsidized and unsubsidized affordable housing supply,
particularly for low-income special needs households and persons with disabilities.
2. Impediment: Lack of affordable units suitable for large families, resulting in a concentration of
Hispanic households in adjoining low-income census tracts, and disproportionately impacting
Hispanic households and households with large families.
3. Impediment: Lack of available rental housing subsidy for lower-income households.
4. Impediment: Lack of new or recently built multifamily units, resulting in insufficient suitable
housing stock for large families, single -parent households with additional need for housing
support, and persons with disabilities with accessibility needs, and disproportionately impacting
Hispanic family households, single -parent families, and persons with disabilities.
5. Impediment: Different origination and denial rates based on neighborhood.
6. Impediment: Lack of knowledge about the requirements of mortgage lenders and the mortgage
lending/home purchase process, particularly among lower-income and minority households.
7. Impediment: Lack of information on the nature and basis of housing discrimination and the
resources available to seek assistance.
8. Impediment: Concentration of lower-income households and minority households in less
desirable neighborhoods.
9. Impediment: Growth Management Allocation Ordinance.
Overall, the Growth Management Allocation Ordinance does not present a substantial constraint to
development during the 2015-23 planning period. The amount of allocations is adequate to meet
housing demand.
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Discussion:
As outlined in the City's updated Housing Element (2015-23), the City intends to implement the
following programs to promote adequate housing in Lodi:
• Provide a range of housing types and densities for all economic segments of the community
while emphasizing high quality development, homeownership opportunities, and the efficient
use of land (Goal H -G1).
• Encourage the maintenance, improvement, and rehabilitation of existing housing stock and
residential neighborhoods, particularly in the Eastside area (Goal H -G2).
• Ensure the provision of adequate public facilities and services to support existing and future
residential development (Goal H -G3).
• Promote equal opportunity to secure safe, sanitary, and affordable housing for all members of
the community regardless of race, sex, or other discriminatory factors (Goal H -G4).
• Encourage residential energy efficiency and reduce residential energy use (Goal H -G5).
The following actions to address barriers are included in the Analysis of Impediments:
• 1.1 Action: The City of Lodi will continue to pursue available and appropriate state and federal
funding sources to support efforts to construct housing meeting the needs of lower-income
households. Timeline: ongoing.
• 1.2 Action: The City of Lodi will continue to offer regulatory relief and incentives, such as
expediting the development review process and reducing development impact fees for the
development of affordable housing. Timeline: ongoing.
• 1.3 Action: The City of Lodi will continue to ensure the availability of adequate sites for the
development of affordable housing. Timeline: ongoing.
• 1.4 Action: The City of Lodi will continue to allow by right secondary residential units and
residential group homes with less than six occupants in residentially zoned areas. Timeline:
ongoing.
• 1.5 Action: The City will review each development application and assess the feasibility to
partner with nonprofit developers to preserve and increase total rental housing units. Timeline:
as development applications are received.
• 1.6 Action: The City will partner with the Housing Authority to ensure that special needs
populations, including single -parent female -headed households with children, persons with
disabilities, large families, and seniors, have access to affordable housing options wherever and
whenever available. Timeline: ongoing.
• 1.7 Action: The City will track progress made in providing additional access to affordable housing
by both the Housing Authority and through any new or rehabilitated affordable housing projects
to ensure that special needs populations have the opportunity for improved housing choice.
Timeline: annually.
• 1.8 Action: The City will continue to work with landlords and property managers to improve
conditions of existing affordable (subsidized and unsubsidized) housing stock through
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enforcement of the Building Code and the Health and Safety Code, and through timely response
to complaints of poor housing quality or significant deferred maintenance. Timeline: ongoing.
• 1.9 Action: The City will study the feasibility of a residential rehabilitation and improvement
grant program for low-income, which will allow low-income homeowners with disabilities and
landlords to make accessibility improvement to their homes. Timeline: Study program feasibility
within one year of adoption. If financial resources are available, develop grant program within
three years of adoption.
• 2.1 Action: The City will review all submittals for new affordable housing projects, both
multifamily and affordable for -sale projects, to identify whether the projects are proposed for
neighborhoods that have a high concentration of Hispanic population and will suggest
alternative sites for any affordable projects located in those areas. Timeline: as development
applications are received.
• 2.2 Action: The City will encourage developers, nonprofits, and the Housing Authority to pursue
new and rehabilitated affordable housing options, including housing for large families in non -
minority concentrated areas. This encouragement may include predevelopment financial
assistance, streamlined development processes, property acquisition assistance, or other
regulatory relief. Timeline: ongoing.
• 2.3 Action: The City will require that any affordable housing options located in non -minority
concentrated areas of the city be marketed to Hispanic households as well as to other special
needs households. This marketing will include materials printed in both Spanish and English,
public outreach efforts targeted at both Spanish and English speakers including targeted
outreach in minority concentrated neighborhoods, and an evaluation of rental practices to
ensure that no discriminatory marketing or application processes are inhibiting qualifying
Hispanic households from alternative housing options. Timeline: ongoing.
• 3.1 Action: The City will continue to support the San Joaquin County Housing Authority in its
administration of the Housing Choice Voucher rental assistance program, which will include
distribution of program information at the Community Development public counter, distribution
of program information to rental property owners as part of the City's code enforcement
activities, annual meetings with representatives of the Housing Authority to discuss actions the
City can take to encourage greater participation in the Voucher Program by rental property
owners, and creation and maintenance of a link to the Housing Authority's website on the City's
website. Timeline: ongoing.
• 3.2 Action: The City will look into other ways to support the Housing Authority in preserving and
maintaining affordable units, including potentially providing some funding to help the Housing
Authority maintain and add subsidized units in Lodi. For instance, such maintenance could
include weatherproofing or providing health and safety upgrades to units owned and subsidized
by the Housing Authority. Timeline: currently underway and to be continued annually.
• 3.3 Action: The City will evaluate the possibility for pursuing HOME Housing Partnerships
funding or other state and federal funding, either individually or in partnership with the Housing
Authority, to increase the availability and quality of affordable housing units. Timeline: annually.
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• 3.4 Action: The City will consider partnering with nonprofit developers, where possible, to
pursue grants and other housing subsidies to construct new or rehabilitate existing units that
will be made affordable to low- and moderate -income households. Timeline: ongoing.
• 3.5 Action: The City will consider programs, incentives, and enforcement options in addressing
privately owned substandard rental housing units to encourage reinvestment in the existing
rental housing stock so that more existing units may meet HUD's standards and be eligible for
Housing Choice Vouchers. Timeline: annually.
• 4.1 Action: The City will review the available underutilized and vacant land inventory and
consider the viability of rezoning underutilized and vacant properties to make them eligible for
multifamily development projects. Timeline: ongoing.
• 4.2 Action: The City will consider programs, incentives, and partnering with for-profit and
nonprofit developers to facilitate the planning and predevelopment of new market -rate and
affordable multifamily housing wherever possible, including underutilized and vacant infill sites.
Timeline: ongoing.
• 5.1 Action: The City of Lodi will periodically monitor Home Mortgage Disclosure Act (HMDA)
data and report significant trends in mortgage lending by race, ethnicity, and neighborhood.
Timeline: Monitor HMDA on an annual basis and report significant trends to the Planning
Commission and City Council.
• 5.2 Action: The City of Lodi will track fair housing complaints and cases lodged in the city to
ensure that lenders are not violating fair housing law with discriminatory lending practices.
Timeline: ongoing.
• 5.3 Action: The City of Lodi will support home purchase programs targeted to low/mod
households, such as down payment assistance and homeownership mortgage counseling, as
long as funding is available. The City may elect to pursue additional funding for down -payment
assistance at a future time if funding becomes available. Timeline: Beginning July 2016 and
reviewed annually.
• 6.1 Action: The City will offer and support pre -purchase counseling and homebuyer education
programs. Timeline: ongoing.
• 6.2 Action: The City will offer fair housing information to residents, free of charge, to help
ensure that both homebuyers and sellers are aware of fair housing law and antidiscrimination
requirements. Timeline: ongoing.
• 6.3 Action: The City will study the potential benefit to offer and to support home purchase
programs targeted to lower-income (low and very low), large family, and minority households.
Timeline: Study program feasibility within one-year of adoption. If financial resources are
available develop home purchase program within three years of adoption.
• 7.1 Action: The City of Lodi will monitor the incidence of housing discrimination complaints and
report trends annually in conjunction with the CAPER. Timeline: Monitoring will be ongoing with
annual reports in conjunction with the CAPER.
• 7.2 Action: The City of Lodi will include a review of prior year performance regarding
affirmatively furthering fair housing in the annual planning for the use of CDBG funds. The City
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will identify funding support that addresses the removal of impediments or advancing specific
fair housing goals. Timeline: annually.
• 7.3 Action: The City will work with local agencies to improve the collection and reporting of
information on discrimination, particularly based on religion, race and ethnicity, age, gender,
marital status, presence/absence of children, and household size. These agencies include the
apartment associations as well as the San Joaquin Fair Housing Association and other nonprofit
groups that regularly come in contact with groups at risk of housing discrimination. Timeline:
ongoing
• 7.4 Action: The City will conduct fair housing testing at least once every two years to identify the
presence of discrimination. Testing will include at least five properties each time. In a five-year
period, at least two types of discrimination (e.g., race, disability) will be tested. The City will
consider partnering with neighboring jurisdictions to conduct regional testing and will submit a
joint Request for Proposals to agencies that have the capacity and experience to complete
testing. If a joint effort is infeasible, the City will consider other ways to ensure that
discrimination testing is occurring, either by contracting individually or by participating in
capacity building with the San Joaquin Fair Housing Association to ensure that there are no
discriminatory marketing practices in the city. Timeline: Conduct fair housing testing at least
once every two years following adoption.
• 7.5 Action: The City will continue to work with the San Joaquin Fair Housing Association to
improve outreach to residents at risk of discrimination, including marketing, educational efforts,
and partnerships with other agencies (schools, utilities, etc.) in the dispersal of fair housing
informational materials. Timeline: ongoing.
• 8.1 Action: The City encourages a mixture of household incomes in new developments. As part
of the Annual Action Plan, the City will track changes in geographic concentrations for lower-
income and minority households. Timeline: annually.
• 9.1 Action: The City will update the Growth Management Allocation Ordinance to exempt
housing units affordable to very low- or low-income households with long-term affordability
restrictions from the allocation. Timeline: Revise Growth Management Allocation Ordinance
within a year of adoption of the Draft Housing Element.
• Additional Action: The City will use mailings to educate people about fair housing and work with
the Housing Authority to encourage a diverse applicant pool and good marketing in preparation
for when units/vouchers are available.
• Additional Action: The City will publish online the availability of housing services and programs
in the city. Once a year, the City will publish information in Spanish to inform all persons with
limited English language proficiency about the availability of housing services and programs in
the city. The City also has bilingual staff available daily during business hours to assist. Timeline:
Updates to online and bilingual information will be conduction once a year. Bilingual staff
available daily during business hours on an ongoing basis.
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AP -85 Other Actions — 91.220(k)
Introduction:
While there are several constraints to meeting the needs of low-income residents, the primary obstacle
is a lack of funding to fully address all needs. Another obstacle to meeting underserved needs is that
many available services are not immediately accessible, but rather located in Stockton, 15 miles away.
The City of Lodi works closely with the regional transit agencies to improve access, and there are several
daily public transportation linkages between Lodi and downtown Stockton. The City has also encouraged
nonprofit agencies to operate satellite offices in Lodi. For example, CPFSJ, a CDBG subrecipient and
family resources nonprofit, has opened a Lodi branch.
Actions planned to address obstacles to meeting underserved needs
In the 2022-23 program year, the City will support the following programs to address underserved
needs:
• 22.09 CPFSJ — Family Resource Center
• 22.10 Second Harvest Food Bank
• 22.12 LOEL Senior Center — Meals on Wheels
Actions planned to foster and maintain affordable housing
The City is funding the rehabilitation of an affordable 40 -unit age -restricted multifamily development in
order to maintain its affordability into the future. Additionally, SJFH will continue to be supported by the
City to educate individuals and families on their housing rights and homeless prevention; services are
provided to the community free of charge. SJFH ensures equal access to safe affordable housing and
works to prevent housing discrimination. Services include education on tenant/landlord rights and
responsibilities, mediation in housing disputes, training for tenant screening, rental agreements, proper
notices and compliance with landlord/tenant laws, training for tenants including how to locate rentals,
proper notices to landlords, rental unit repairs, and tenant obligations.
Actions planned to reduce lead-based paint hazards
The City will offer the following programs to reduce lead-based paint hazards:
• The City will continue to provide lead-based paint testing as a component of its housing repair
and rehabilitation programs when required by HUD regulations. Given the age and condition of
Lodi's housing stock, lead-based paint testing is needed in a significant number of homes.
• Lodi has lead-based paint hazards flyers and information at City Hall for those seeking more
information or for those who might be affected.
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Actions planned to reduce the number of poverty -level families
Several City goals align with the goal of reducing poverty, including 1) Affirmatively Furthering Fair
Housing, 4) Increase and Maintain Supply of Affordable Housing, and 6) Support Public Service Programs
for Priority Populations. The City plans to fund specific activities that address each of these goals during
the Consolidated Plan time frame.
The City is working to implement multiple projects to reduce the number of families at the poverty level:
• The City will coordinate with various organizations to allocate CDBG funds that aim to support
priority populations. In the 2022-23 program year, the City will support the following activities:
0 22.02 SJFH — Fair Housing Services
0 22.07 DCDC — Creekside South Apartments
0 22.09 CPFSJ — Family Resource Center
o 22.10—Second Harvest Food Bank
o 22.12 LOEL Senior Center — Meals on Wheels
Actions planned to develop institutional structure
In the 2022-23 program year, the City will continue to support and assist the service providers, as listed
in AP -38, and to assess changes in needs on an ongoing annual basis.
Actions planned to enhance coordination between public and private housing and social
service agencies
The City will continue to participate in regional coordination of services through the Emergency Food
and Shelter Program Board and other networking opportunities.
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Program Specific Requirements
AP -90 Program Specific Requirements — 91.220(1)(1,2,4)
Introduction:
The City anticipates receiving no program income, surplus funds, returned funds, or float -funded income
in the next program year. While the City has worked to find projects that meet Section 108 funding, no
projects or funds are anticipated this year.
Community Development Block Grant Program (CDBG)
Reference 24 CFR 91.220(1)(1)
Projects planned with all CDBG funds expected to be available during the year are identified in the
Projects Table. The following identifies program income that is available for use that is included in
projects to be carried out.
1. The total amount of program income that will have been received before
the start of the next program year and that has not yet been reprogrammed
2. The amount of proceeds from section 108 loan guarantees that will be
used during the year to address the priority needs and specific objectives
identified in the grantee's strategic plan
3. The amount of surplus funds from urban renewal settlements
4. The amount of any grant funds returned to the line of credit for which the
planned use has not been included in a prior statement or plan.
5. The amount of income from float -funded activities
Total Program Income
Other CDBG Requirements
1. The amount of urgent need activities
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0
0
0
0
0
0
0
Attachment A
Summary/Ranking of Applications Received
Rank
CDBG CAPITAL IMPROVEMENT
Amount Requested
Staff Proposed Amount
(Includes Activity Delivery
APPLICANTS
Costs
1
Delta Community Developers Corp. —
$130,000
$100,000.00
Creekside South Apartments
2
LOEL Senior Center — Restroom an
$130,000
$127,424.05
Accessibility Expansion Project (Phase 1)
3
The Salvation Army — Roof Repair
$54,724
$0.00
4
The Salvation Army — HVAC Replacement
$18,979
$22,774.80
5
World of Wonders Science Museum -
$99,587
$0.00
Museum Plaza Demolition — Low Buildings
6
Grace and Mercy Charitable Foundation —
$35,000
$0.00
Cafe Improvements
Attachment B CDBG Application and Scoring Tool
City of Lodi
Community Development Block Grant (CDBG)
2022-23 Program Year
(July 1, 2022 -June 30, 2023)
Application Questions for Capital Projects
For existing subrecipients on two-year contracts, do not fill-in this application.
Please contact staff.
1. Applicant Name (Agency or Non -Profit):
Applicant Contact:
Please indicate the authorized signatory of your organization/agency, e.g. executive director, president, or
equivalent.
Name:
Address:
Email:
Phone Number:
2. What is your organization's mission and briefly describe your programs, projects, and/or activities? (1000 -
character limit):
3a. Program or Project Name:
3b. Amount Requested ($XX, XXX):
3c. Program or Project Description (3000 -character limit):
4. General Information: Select the category which best describes the type of activity for which funds are
being requested.
Building capacity of community resources
Code enforcement (reduce blight)
Crime prevention
Economic development and employment training
City of Lodi
Community Development Block Grant (CDBG)
Electrical utilities improvements
Emergency repairs or assistance due to displacement
Energy conservation and renewable resources
Fair housing (prevent discrimination)
_ Homeless facilities
Housing rehabilitation or home ownership assistance
New housing construction (community-based development organizations only)
Public facilities and public improvements
_ Public services
Other, describe:
5. Project Eligibility: Indicate which HUD National Objective the activity meets. Low-income means
households earning less than 80% of the area median income.
Benefit to low-income individuals or households
Addresses the prevention or elimination of slums or blight (slum/blight defined by HUD)
Meets a particularly urgent community development need (reserved for locally declared
emergencies)
6a. Consolidated Plan Goals: Which 2019-2023 Consolidated Plan goal or goals does your project/program
address? (Place an'X' next to all that apply):
1 Promote Safer Neighborhoods
The City will support projects and/or programs that support the development of safer
neighborhoods.
2 Improve Community Parks and Green Space in CDBG target area
The City will improve public parks and green spaces within low-income areas of the City by
implementing park and facility improvements that enhance park conditions, add youth recreational
activities, and implement or maintain community gardens.
3 Infrastructure and Facility Improvements
The City will improve spaces within low-income areas of the City by implementing facility and
public infrastructure improvements.
4 Increase and Maintain Supply of Affordable Housing
The City will fund activities that focus on creating and maintaining affordable housing within the
City.
5 Build Capacity in CDBG Target Area
The City will fund activities that help to create community cohesion and agency among residents.
6 Support Public Service Programs for Priority Populations
The City will fund activities that provide access to affordable services needed by priority
populations.
7 Affirmatively Further Fair Housing
Application Questions 2022-2023 Program Year Page 2 of 9
City of Lodi
Community Development Block Grant (CDBG)
The City will fund activities that focus on affirmatively furthering fair housing.
8 Improve Housing Affordability
The City will fund activities that focus on removing barriers to affordable housing.
_9 Support Programs and Projects that Reduce and Prevent Homelessness
The City will fund activities that provide resources and assistance to homeless and at -risk homeless
populations.
10 Create and Promote Housing for Homeless Populations
The City will fund projects that focus on the creation of housing opportunities for homeless
populations within the City, such as the creation of transitional units, permanent supportive units,
and/or providing housing assistance programs.
11 COVID-19 Preparation, Prevention, and Response
The City will fund activities that prepare, prevent, and respond to direct and indirect impacts of the
COVID-19 pandemic.
6b. Consolidated Plan Goals: Please briefly describe how your project/program addresses the selected goal
or goals identified in '6a.'. (1000 -character limit)
7a. Program/Project Accomplishments: How will you report your accomplishments? Please select one.
Individuals
_Households
_Housing Units
Low -Income Area
7b. Should your project/program be selected to receive grant funds for the 2022-23 CDBG program year,
over the course of the program year (July 1, 2022 -June 30, 2023), how many Lodi
residents/households/housing units will your program assist? How many non -Lodi
residents/households/housing units will your program assist? For activities that target a low-income area,
please estimate the number of low-income residents within that area that will benefit from your activity. If
you have more than one type of activity to report within your project/program, then please indicate the
number assisted per activity as well as the total. (250 -character limit)
7c. Beneficiary Description: Which priority group(s) does your project benefit?
Application Questions 2022-2023 Program Year Page 3 of 9
City of Lodi
Community Development Block Grant (CDBG)
Very -low (<50% Area Median Income) and Extremely low-income (<30% of Area Median Income):
Children
Youth
Seniors (62 years and older)
Persons with disabilities
Single -parent families
Persons experiencing homelessness
Other:
If "Other" group was selected, please provide evidence as to why this group should be considered a priority:
7d. Using a percentage and an estimated number, how many of those residents/households/housing units
that you will be serving from question '7b.' will be from the priority group stated in '7c'? (250 -character
limit)
7e. Describe how and through what method your program plans to reach the priority group(s) that are
identified above. You may include a history of how you have reached and/or served this group(s) in prior
years. (1500 -character limit)
8a. Which priority need(s) does your project benefit? Please mark all that apply:
Safe neighborhoods
Park improvements
Public facilities
Public infrastructure
Affordable housing
Housing improvements
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City of Lodi
Community Development Block Grant (CDBG)
Fair housing
Social services for priority groups
COVID-19 Preparation, Prevention, and Response
Other:
If "Other" was selected, please provide evidence as to why this need should be considered a priority:
8b. Need(s) / Issue(s): In relation to the priority needs identified in Question '8a', describe the issue(s) or
beneficiary need(s) that this project/program will address. (3000 -character limit):
9a. Performance and Outcomes: Describe how your project/program will address these issues/needs? (3000 -
character limit)
9b. Performance and Outcomes: Describe how your organization will measure this impact, including what
systems are in place to track and report on your organization's performance. (2000 -character limit)
10. How will your project/program benefit the larger Lodi community? (3000 -character limit)
11a. Project/Program Schedule: Please provide an overview of your program schedule, including start and
end dates, any predevelopment stages that need to be completed, and milestones. (1000 -character limit)
11b. Are there any outside factors that could prohibit your project from occurring in the timeline described
above (funding, staff changes, priority activities, expected delays, etc.)? (1000 -character limit)
Application Questions 2022-2023 Program Year Page 5 of 9
City of Lodi
Community Development Block Grant (CDBG)
12. Does your project/program have an area -benefit or serve a limited clientele? (See Application
Instructions for definition of terms.)
Area - benefit
Limited clientele
13. Describe the location where services/improvements will be provided, including days and hours of
operations, and provisions for access to disabled persons. (850 -character limit)
14. Is this project new, continuing, or an expansion of existing project/program?
New
Expansion of existing program/project
Continuing
15. If your project/program received funding in the last program year, then briefly describe how your
existing program has been expanded. For example, expansion may include an increase in the number of
beneficiaries, new activities/services offered to beneficiaries, an additional location added, or program
hours expanded. (500 -character limit)
16a. Organizational Capacity: Describe your organization's experience with the proposed programs/project
or similar types programs/project. Please include a list of specific projects and/or programs. (1000 -character
limit)
16b. Organizational Capacity: Please describe any challenges your organization faced in implementing the
projects mentioned above and how you addressed those challenges. (3000 -character limit)
17. Grant Management Experience: Please describe your organization's experience in managing federal
and/or state grants. Please include a list of specific grants, amounts, and dates. If you have previously
managed a CDBG program year, please provide specific project, amount, and dates. (1000 -character limit)
Application Questions 2022-2023 Program Year Page 6 of 9
City of Lodi
Community Development Block Grant (CDBG)
18a. Staff: Please identify and describe the qualifications of the staff that will be available to assist on this
project/program? Include their role, experience, and if they are Full Time Employees, Part Time Employees,
or Volunteers. (1000 -character limit)
18b. Staff: Do you anticipate needing more staff to carry out this project/program? If so, will you be able to
acquire the proper staff before the project/program begins? (1000 -character limit)
19. Program Contact: Please provide the contact information for the person directly responsible for
managing the program or project on a day to day basis.
Name:
Address (if different than the contact information address on Page 1):
Email:
Phone Number:
Position or Title:
Years of Experience:
20a. Partner Agencies/Non-Profits: Will your organization be working together and communicating with any
outside local agencies or groups on this project/program? If so, which local agencies or groups will you be
partnering with? (1000 -character limit)
20b. Please provide a quote from your partner(s) as a reference. (1000 -character limit) (Optional)
21. Will your project/program have other funding besides CDBG? Please provide an estimate of other
funding, including funding sources, amounts, and whether they are committed. (1000 -character limit)
22. Could your program/project be successful if you received less than your requested grant funding or less
funding from your other funding sources?
Yes
No
Application Questions 2022-2023 Program Year Page 7 of 9
City of Lodi
Community Development Block Grant (CDBG)
Explain further (Optional) (1000 -character limit):
23. Please ATTACH your program/project budget for the 2022-23 year and include a brief narrative of how
CDBG funding will be used and what costs will be covered by CDBG funds versus other non-CDBG funds. If
applicable, please include direct and indirect cost allocation plan. Check the following when completed:
_ Program/Project Budget for proposed project Attached
My attached budget clearly identifies the costs/expenses that CDBG funds will cover
24. Has your organization received a City of Lodi CDBG grant in the past 5 years? If so, please answer
questions 24a. -24c; if not, please skip these questions.
24a. Experience and Past Performance: In the past 5 years, has your organization expended all grant funds in
a timely manner that aligns with the project/program's schedule? Please describe any variations from the
project/program's schedule in which your organization did not spend funds down; please be specific. (3000 -
character limit)
24b. Experience and Past Performance: In the past 5 years, has your organization turned in all required
reports, fully completed and on time, for all grant funds that have been received? Please describe any
variances and how/if these variances were remedied. (3000 -character limit)
24c. Experience and Past Performance: In the past 5 years, has your organization completed all grant -funded
activities that were outlined in the project/ program's scope of services? Please describe any variances and
how/if these were remedied. (3000 -character limit)
25. Please include the following additional Attachments:
Map indicating the location of your project/program within the City
Application Questions 2022-2023 Program Year Page 8 of 9
City of Lodi
Community Development Block Grant (CDBG)
_ Articles of Incorporation and By-laws and Amendments
Secretary of State Certification of Good Standing (Online printout/screenshot is acceptable)
_ Organizational Chart and Agency Mission Statement
Certified Audit (Most recent)
_ Profit and Loss Statement for most recent year.
Current Fiscal Year Agency Budget - including all funding commitments/sources
Other Documents
Application Questions 2022-2023 Program Year Page 9 of 9
City of Lodi —CDBG Application Rating Tool (2022-23)
Applicant:
Proposed Project:
Total Points Earned: out of 127 points
Scorer Name:
Instructions
Score all metrics. Questions marked "RD" may be scored per the Reviewer's Discretion.
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Activity is eligible under CDBG.
5
Activity meets one National Objective.
14
For public services, the service is new or an expansion of existing service.
Applicant submitted a complete application (all questions filled out and attachments).
Applicant meets all the threshold criteria above. If so, continue scoring.
#
Score
Proposed Project Meets National Objectives and Consolidate Plan Goals
The activity description is complete:
3: Activity description clearly explains the program/project.
3c
1: Activity description is missing some information, but missing information is not critical to
understanding the program/project.
0: Activity description is missing key information.
The activity meets one of the three national Objectives:
5
3: Activity principally benefits low- and moderate- income persons.
1: Activity prevents or eliminates blight or slum.
NA: Activity addresses an urgent need or problem in the community.
The activity meets one of the City's 2019-23 Consolidated Plan goals:
4: Yes, meets higher priority goal.
6a
2: Yes, meets lower priority goal.
0: No.
_List the goal(s) that it meets here:
How closely does the program or project address the goal(s)?
6b
5: Project/program clearly and directly addresses goal(s).
3: Project/program mostly addresses goal(s).
0: Project/program does not address goal(s).
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City of Lodi —CDBG Application Rating Tool (2022-23)
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What level of priority does this goal have during the 2022-23 program year?
RD
5: High Priority (e.g. urgent need, project won't be available next year).
3: Regular priority.
1: Low priority (e.g. goal already met by other previous year projects).
Total
out of 20
#
Score
Serving Priority Populations
Activity will serve how many of the following targeted priority populations:
7c
5: Two of the targeted priority populations.
3: One of the targeted priority populations.
0: None of the targeted priority populations.
Activity will primarily serve the target priority populations selected above:
7d
5: More than 95% of population served will be priority population.
3: Between 75% to 94% of population served will be priority population.
0: Less than 75% of population served will be priority population.
How effective will the project be in reaching targeted populations?
7e
5: Very effective.
2: Effective.
0: Not effective.
Activity will serve how many of the following priority need(s):
Sa
8a
5: Two of the targeted priority needs.
8b
3: One of the targeted priority needs.
0: None of the targeted priority needs.
How much of an impact will the project have in addressing the priority need?
9a
5: Strong impact.
2: Regular impact.
0: Small impact.
How clear is the applicant's method of measuring their project's impact?
9b
5: Applicant provided a clear method for measuring impact.
3: Applicant provided a method for measuring impact that partially outlines the impact.
1: Applicant provided a method for measuring impact that has a poor correlation to the need.
Activity's Potential benefit to the City of Lodi:
10
1-5: Activity's benefit to the community as a whole.
0: No benefit to Lodi.
out of 35
#
Score
ProceedTotal
Readiness to During Program
Are all predevelopment steps complete?
5: All predevelopment steps that are necessary have been completed.
11a
3: Some predevelopment steps have been completed, with all the steps likely to be
completed by July 1, 2022.
1: Predevelopment steps are in process but unlikely to be completed by July 1, 2022.
0: Predevelopment has not been adequately considered.
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City of Lodi —CDBG Application Rating Tool (2022-23)
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Does the project align with the 2022-23 CDBG program year?
11a
5: Project will begin after July 1, 2022 and end on or before June 30, 2023.
3: Project will begin after July 1, 2022 and end on or before December 31, 2023.
0: Project will be completed on or after January 1, 2023.
How realistic is the project's timeline?
1
11 a
5: Project timeline is realistic, with systems in place to address potential delays.
11b
2: Project timeline is realistic, but will limited systems in place to address potential delays.
0: Project timeline is unrealistic.
out of 15
#
Score
Management,Total
Activity Building
How much experience does the organization have in managing the proposed
program/project or similar projects and/or programs?
16a
5: Has more than 10 years of experience managing the proposed programs/project.
2: Has two to nine years of experience managing the proposed or similar programs/project.
0: Has 0 to one years of experience managing the proposed or similar programs/project.
Has the organization taken steps to address past challenges to implementing past
projects?
16b
5: Organization has taken all steps and has addressed previous challenges.
0: Organization has not addressed all previous challenges.
How much experience does the organization have in managing federal/state grants?
5: Has more than three years of experience managing CDBG grants.
17
3: Has more than three years of experience managing other non-CDBG grants.
2: Has less than three years of experience managing CDBG/non-CDBG grants.
0: Has no experience managing grants.
Does the organization have sufficient staff to support their project/program?
18a
&
4: Has the appropriate staff readily available to support the project/program.
18b
2: Anticipates hiring more staff to complete the project.
0: Does not have sufficient staff and does not anticipate hiring more staff.
Is the organization partnering or working with any other local agencies?
20a
&
5: Has a reference from a partner agency and is working together with a local organization.
20b
3: Is working with a local organization but did not provide a reference.
0: Is not working with any other local organizations.
Are any there any funding commitments that could prohibit the project from following
the timeline?
3: Project will be completed fully without needing further funding commitment from another
21-22
source.
2: Project is likely to be fully completed but depends on funding commitments from other
organizations/source.
0: Project may not be fully completed.
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City of Lodi —CDBG Application Rating Tool (2022-23)
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Does the program/project budget and funding explanation show sufficient resources
to support the project/program?
23
5-10: The financial statement shows sufficient resources to support the project/program.
1-4: The financial statement raises concerns for the organization's long-term stability to
implement the program/project.
0: The financial statement indicates significant problems with expenditures or oversight.
Does the budget clearly identify the costs/expenses that CDBG funds will cover?
23
5: Budget clearly identifies CDBG covered costs/expenses.
Total
0: Budget has missing information on what costs/expenses will be covered by the grant.
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Score
Experience Performance
In the past 5 years, the applicant:
5: Expended funds according to their schedule in their contract and within program year.
24a
3: Expended funds up to six months beyond the program year.
0: Has unexpended funds that are more than 18 months old.
Note: Applicants who have not received City grants in the past 5 years are awarded all points.
In the past 5 years, the applicant:
5: Turned in all required reports fully completed and on time.
3: Reports not fully completed or not on time; however, made an effort to improve reporting
24b
performance and exhibited a significant improvement.
0: Turned in required reports uncompleted or late and showed little improvement in
reporting compliance.
Note: Applicants who have not received City grants in the past 5 years are awarded all 5 points.
In the past 5 years, the applicant:
5: Sufficiently completed all activities in their scope of services.
24c
3: Completed most of the activities in their scope of services.
0: Exhibited serious issues in adhering to their scope of services.
Totalof
Note: Applicants who have not received City grants in the past 5 years are awarded all 5 points.
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Total
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RESOLUTION NO. 2022-117
A RESOLUTION OF THE LODI CITY COUNCIL APPROVING THE
DRAFT 2022-2023 ANNUAL ACTION PLAN FOR THE
COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT BLOCK GRANT (CDBG) PROGRAM
WHEREAS, the Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD) has determined
that the City of Lodi, California, is a Community Development Block Grant (CDBG) entitlement
community; and
WHEREAS, the City of Lodi, California, has created an Annual Action Plan which is
required by HUD in order for local jurisdictions to receive federal housing and community
development funds under the CDBG Program; and
WHEREAS, the City of Lodi, California, estimates that it will receive a federal CDBG
allocation for Fiscal Year 2022-2023 in the amount of $635,000; and
WHEREAS, the City of Lodi, California, has prior year CDBG funds to use for Fiscal
Year 2022-2023 in the amount of $108,198.85; and
WHEREAS, the final Annual Action Plan provides a one-year outline of the
recommended projects, activities, and programs to be funded and completed in the 2022-2023
program year; and
WHEREAS, the notice of funding availability for CDBG funds was properly advertised
and noticed in the paper, City Hall, and on the City's website, along with notice of an application
workshop and community needs workshop, which were held on January 11, 2022, at a
regularly -scheduled Lodi Improvement Committee meeting; and
WHEREAS, the draft 2022-2023 Annual Action Plan was noticed and made available to
the public for review and comment beginning April 4, 2022, and was made available for a
minimum of 30 days; and
WHEREAS, the City of Lodi held, with proper notification, a public meeting at a Lodi
Improvement Committee meeting on January 11, 2022 to receive comments from the public
regarding the projected use of CDBG funds for the 2022-2023 program year, to provide the
public with adequate information concerning the amount of funds available for community
development activities, the range of eligible activities, and other important requirements; and
WHEREAS, the City of Lodi, California, has received public input regarding the proposed
use of CDBG funds; and
WHEREAS, on May 4, 2022, the City Council held, with proper notification, a public
hearing to review and approve the draft 2022-2023 Annual Action Plan; and
WHEREAS, included within the draft Annual Action Plan document, City staff provided
recommendations for allocations for activities to be funded in the 2022-2023 program year; and
WHEREAS, City Council has recommended the following allocations for projects to be
completed in the 2022-2023 program year:
Program Administration
Planning and Administration $109,000
San Joaquin Fair Housing - Fair Housing Services $18,000
City Capital Projects
Public Works - Alley Improvements Phase 9 (Capital Reserve) $70,000
Parks, Recreation and Cultural Services - Hale Park Parking Lot Renovation $206,000
CBO Capital Projects
The Salvation Army - HVAC Replacement $22,774.80
LOEL Senior Center - Restroom and Accessibility Expansion Project (Phase 1)
$127,424.05
Delta Community Developers Corp. - Creekside South Apartments $100,000
City Service Programs
Graffiti Abatement Program $30,000
CBO Service Programs
LOEL Senior Center - Meals on Wheels $10,000
Second Harvest Food Bank - Food Assistance $10,000
Community Partnership for Families - Family Resource Center $25,000
The Salvation Army - Hope Harbor Operations $15,000
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED that the Lodi City Council does hereby approve
the draft 2022-2023 Annual Action Plan which includes the recommended federal allocations of
CDBG funds for Fiscal Year 2022-2023 in the amount of $743,198.85.
Dated: May 4, 2022
I hereby certify that Resolution No. 2022-117 was passed and adopted by the City
Council of the City of Lodi in a regular meeting held May 4, 2022, by the following vote:
AYES: COUNCIL MEMBERS — Khan, Kuehne, Nakanishi, and Mayor Chandler
NOES: COUNCIL MEMBERS — None
ABSENT: COUNCIL MEMBERS — Hothi
ABSTAIN: COUNCIL MEMBERS — None
PAMELA M. FARRIS
Assistant City Clerk
2022-117
CIDIBIG
CDBG Draft 2022-
2023
Annual
Action Plan
Presented by
Community Development
Neighborhood Services Division
May 4, 2022
CDBG Purpose
Revitalize low- and moderate -income neighborhoods,
to expand affordable housing and economic
opportunities and to improve community facilities
and services.
CDBG objectives include:
Assisting low to moderate income residents
Preventing slum and blight
Providing decent housing
Ensuring suitable living environments
Supporting community development activities
Supporting public services
Identifies specific goals and priority needs in the
Community that CDBG funds should be directed
toward in the next five years.
Goals: Lodi five-year goals:
Promote Safer Neighborhoods through: (a)
evaluation of streetlights in high -crime areas, (b)
create 5 neighborhood watch groups, (c) allocate
$100,000 to graffiti abatement.
Improve Community Parks and Green Space in
the CDBG Target Area: (a) funding up to 2 park
improvement projects, (b) funding up to 5 park
cleanup projects
Infrastructure and Facility Improvements: (a)
funding 2-3 ADA improvement construction
projects, (b) funding 2-3 projects that support
the improvements of alleyways and facilities in
low-income neighborhoods
Increase and Maintain Supply of Affordable
Housing: (a) funding the creation of up to 5 new
permanent affordable housing units for low-
income seniors or persons with disabilities
►Goals: Lodi five-year goals (cont'd):
Build Capacity in CDBG Target Area: (a) funding
the Asset -Based Community Development (ABCD)
program, (b) funding youth leadership initiatives
6. Support Public Service Programs for Priority
Populations through services for youth, seniors,
and low-income households
7. Affirmatory Further Fair Housing: (a) fair housing
discrimination testing, (b) a help hotline, (c)
counseling and education, (d) legal assistance
s. Improve Housing Affordability through a first-time
homebuyer program
9. Support Programs and Projects that Reduce
Homelessness: (a) tenant -based rental assistance,
(b) mental health services/employment services
10. Create and Promote Housing for Homeless
Populations: (a) construction of up to 6 supportive
housing units, (b) creating 10 new transitional
housing units
11. COVI D-19 Preparation, Prevention, and Response
through funding activities that address the
impacts of the coronavirus pandemic.
r
2019-2023 Consolidated Plan
Progress toward five-year goals as of FY2020-21:
Goal Nam
1. Promote Safer Neighborhoods
2.Improve Community Parks and Green
Space
3. Infrastructure and Facility
Improvements
4. Increase and Maintain Supply of
Affordable Housing
5. Build Capacity in CDBG Target Area
6.Support Public Service Programs for
Priority Populations
Goal -
3,400 persons 100%
45,000 Persons 70%
50,000 Persons 25%
1.
10 Households
1.
70%
2.
5 Beds
2.
0%
100 Persons 7%
5,000 Persons 100%
2019-2023 Consolidated Plan
Progress toward five-year goals (cont'd):
Goal Name
7.Affirmatively Further Fair Housing
8. Improve Housing Affordability
Goal
750 Households
7 Households
100%
0%
9.Support Program and Projects that
1.
500 Persons
1.
1
Reduce Homelessness
2.
10 Households
2.
0%
10.Create and Promote Housing for
Homeless Populations
10
HousingUnits
40%
11. COVI D-19 Preparation, Prevention,
1.
2080 Persons
1.
100%
and Response
2.
22 Businesses
2.
100%
Draft 2022-2023 Annual Action
Plan
Required to submit annually to HUD to receive
CDBG entitlement funds.
The Annual Action plan provides:
Detailed descriptions of the program year's budget.
Projects that will be funded through CDBG funds for
that year.
Description of community development and housing -
related updates and plans for the program year.
Annual
Action
Plan
Process
► Activities are selected through
the following process:
► City staff gathers public comment on
community needs and recommended
activities to meet those needs.
► C60 capital project applications for
funds are scored by staff. Staff also
reviews City -sponsored applications.
Activities that further the City's five-
year Consolidated Plan goals and
meet priority community needs are
given the highest priority for funding.
► Recommendations are presented to
Council for approval.
2022-2023 CDBG Budget
Staff estimates that the City will receive approximately
$635,000 in 2022-2023 entitlement CDBG funds. The City
also has $108,198.85 in prior year funds. The program
year will begin on July 1, 2022.
• 15% Cap on Public Service Activities
• 20% Cap on Planning and Administration
Administration $127,000 (20% Cap)
Public Service $901000 (15% Cap less $5,250
allocated to capital projects)
Capital Projects $526,198.85 (includes prior year funds)
TOTAL $743,198.85
2022-2023 Requests for
Funding
► Requests for 2022-2023 program year CDBG funding
were received from:
Capital Improvements
Salvation Army
►HVAC Replacement- $18,979
ho -Roof Repair - $54,724
World of Wonders Science Museum Plaza
Demolition - $997587
Grace Et Mercy Cafe Improvements - $35,000
LOEL Senior Center Restroom and Accessibility
Expansion Project (Phase 1) - $130,000
Delta Community Developers Corp. Creekside South
Apartments - $130,000
2022-2023 Requests for
Funding (Cont'd)
Capital Improvements
City of Lodi - $344,347
Alley Improvements - $50,000
Blakely Park Enze Field Swim Complex Renovations -
$220,000
Hale Park Parking Lot Renovation Et Park Amenities -
$230,000
Parks and Recreation Office Et Maintenance Shop and Old
Fire Station Renovations - $200,000
Public Services
Service providers entered into two-year agreements during
the 2021-22 program year and were not required to go
through the formal application process for the 2022-23
program year
2022-2023 Funding
Recommendations
Funding recommendations are grouped into the following categories:
Program Admin, City Capital projects, CBO Capital projects, City
Service programs, and CBO Service programs.
PROGRAM ADMINISTRATION
Planning and Administration $109,000
San Joaquin Fair Housing $18,000
CITY CAPITAL PROJECTS
Alley Improvements Phase 9 (Capital Reserve) $70,000
Hale Park Parking Lot Renovation $206,000
CBO CAPITAL PROJECTS
The Salvation Army - HVAC Replacement $22,774.80
LOEL Senior Center - Restroom and Accessibility Expansion
Project (Phase 1) $127,424.05
2022-2023 Funding Recommendations
(Cont'd)
CBO CAPITAL PROJECTS (CONT'D)
Delta Community Developers Corp. - Creekside South
Apartments $100,000
CITY SERVICE PROGRAMS
Graffiti Abatement $30,000
CBO SERVICE PROGRAMS
LOEL Senior Center - Meals on Wheels $10, 000
Second Harvest Food Bank - Food Assistance $10,000
Community Partnership for Families - Family Resource
Center &t Youth Program $25,000
The Salvation Army - Hope Harbor Operations $15,000
Recommended Action
Adopt a resolution approving the draft 2022-2023
Annual Action Plan for the Community
Development Block Grant (CDBG) program.
Upcoming Timeline:
Submit to HUD within 60 days of receiving
annual allocation
Program Year Begins: July 1, 2022
Questions or Comments?
SUBJECT:
NOTICE OF 30 -DAY REVIEW PERIOD OF THE DRAFT 2022-23 ANNUAL ACTION
PLAN AND PUBLIC HEARING FOR APPROVAL OF THE DRAFT 2022-23 ANNUAL
ACTION PLAN
PUBLISH (DATES): March 18, 2022
ACCT#: 20104930
TEAR SHEETS WANTED: 1 EXTRA (ONLY)
DELIVER TO: Community Development Department
AFFIDAVIT & BILL TO: Community Development - CDBG
City of Lodi
221 W. Pine Street
Lodi, CA 95241
DATE: March 15, 2022 ORDERED BY: Kari Chadwick
TITLE: CDD Prop -ram Specialist
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DECLARATION OF POSTING
NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARINGS TO CONSIDER ADOPTING
RESOLUTION APPROVING DRAFT 2022-23 COMMUNITY
DEVELOPMENT BLOCK GRANT ANNUAL ACTION PLAN
On Thursday, April 21, 2022, in the City of Lodi, San Joaquin County, California, a copy
of a Notice of Public Hearing to consider adopting resolution approving draft 2022-23
Community Development Block Grant Annual Action Plan (attached hereto, marked
Exhibit "A") was posted at the following locations:
Lodi City Clerk's Office
Lodi City Hall Lobby
Lodi Carnegie Forum
WorkNet Office
I declare under penalty of perjury that the foregoing is true and correct.
Executed on April 21, 2022, at Lodi, California.
PAMELA M. FARRIS
ASSISTANT CITY CLERK
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OLIVIA NASHED
CITY CLERK
KAYL CLAYTON
ADMINISTRATIVE CLERK
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NOTICE OF 30 -DAY REVIEW PERIOD OF THE DRAFT 2022-23 ANNUAL ACTION PLAN
AND
PUBLIC HEARING FOR APPROVAL OF THE DRAFT 2022-23 ANNUAL ACTION PLAN
NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that a 30 -day public review and comment period for the draft 2022-23 Annual Action Plan
for the Community Development Block Grant (CDBG) program will commence on Monday, April 4, 2022 and will
continue until Wednesday May 4, 2022.
The CDBG program is funded by the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD) and provides funding
for activities that benefit low-income persons, eliminate slum or blight, and/or serve an urgent need. Eligible activities
include property acquisition, public improvements, housing rehabilitation, economic development, and public services. The,
City estimates it will receive $635,000 in CDBG funds for the 2022-23 program year.
The City has developed an Annual Action Plan that describes how the City will utilize CDBG funds for eligible activities
during the 2022-23 program year. The plan can be amended as needed to reallocate funds to housing and community
development activities. The draft 2022-23 Annual Action Plan will be made available to the public for at least 30 days
before adoption by the City Council. The document will be released on April 4, 2022, for public review and comment and
will be made available electronically on the City's Community Development website:
littp://www.lodi.av/183/Coniiiiutiil-Develo iiient-Block-Grant-Pro ra.
NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that a public hearing will be held on Wednesday, May 4, 2022, at 7:00 p.m. or as soon
thereafter as the matter may be heard, in the Lodi City Council Chambers, 305 West Pine Street, Lodi, CA 95241, to consider
the approval of the draft 2022-23 Annual Action Plan, as well as to allow for public comment on these matters.
For the meeting agenda or to access this meeting virtually, please visit the following web address,-
http://Iodi.gov/AgendaCenter
The purpose of this public hearing will be to present the draft 2022-23 Annual Action Plan to City Council for their approval,
as well as to give citizens an opportunity to make their comments known regarding community needs, goals, and potential
activities to be funded under the CDBG program. If you are unable to attend the public hearing, you may direct written
comments to the following address:
Community Development Department
ATTN: Jennifer Rhyne
City of Lodi, PO Box 3006,
Lodi, CA 95241
Or you may telephone (209) 330-8890 or email Neighborhood Services@lodi.gov. In addition, information is available for
review on the City's website and by e-mail request. Please contact the following program staff if you have any questions:
Jennifer Rhyne
Neighborhood Services Manager
NeigltborhoodSeryicesri Incii.gov
(209) 330-8890
Public comment received via email, mail, or hand delivery will be provided to the City Council and included in
the official minutes of the meeting, but will not be read aloud at the meeting. All comments must be received no
later than three hours prior to the City Council Meeting so they can be shared with the City Clerk.
Notice of Non -Discrimination on the Basis of Disability and Reasonable Accommodation
The City promotes fair housing and makes all its programs available to low- and moderate -income families regardless of
age, race, color, religion, sex, national origin, sexual preference, marital status, or handicap.
The City of Lodi does not discriminate in admission or access to, or treatment or employment in, its federally assisted
programs and activities on the basis of disability. Reasonable accommodations will be made available to the disabled,
upon request. Translators/translation services are also available upon request. Any questions, concerns, or requests related
to these notices should be directed to the following person:
Jennifer Rhyne, (209) 330-8890
Persons with hearing impairment, please use the California Relay Service (CRS) 7-1-1.