Lodi Improvement Committee
Regular MeetingLodi, NJ · October 11, 2022
Minutes
LODI I IT'I P ROVEM ENT CO i'I II'IITTE E
REGULAR TIIEETING II'IINUTES
CARNEGIE FORUM, 305 WEST P¡NE STREET
TUESDAY, OCTOBER 11, 2022
1. CALL TO ORDER/ ROLL CALL
The Regular Lodi lmprovement Committee meeting of October 11,2022 was called to
order by CDD Program Specialist Chadwick at 6:00 p.m.
Present: Member -
Absent: Member - Hill, Mellor, Nuss, Scott, Vargas, Zicari and Chair Siddle
Also Neighborhood Services Manager Jennifer Rhyne, Community
Present: Development Director John Della Monica, and CDD Program Specialist
KariChadwick
2. ADJOURNMENT
Due to the lack of a quorum of Committee Members in attendance, the meeting was
adjourned at 6:02 p.m.
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Rhyne
Neighborhood Service Manager
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Agenda
LODI IMPROVEMENT AGENDA – Regular Meeting
Date: October 11, 2022
COMMITTEE Time: 6:00 P.M.
Carnegie Forum
305 West Pine Street, Lodi
For information regarding this Agenda please contact:
Kari Chadwick
Community Development Program Specialist
Telephone: (209) 333-6711
Notice Regarding Public Comments
Public Comment may be submitted in the following ways:
• In-person – The Carnegie Forum is open to the public in accordance with CDPH and CalOSHA
guidelines.
• Zoom Webinar
Meeting ID: 948 9375 0501
Passcode: 995482
Phone number: Dial: Us: +1 669 900 9128 Or iPhone one-tap: +16699009128
Link: https://zoom.us/j/94893750501?pwd=UXkvUGMxOUZ5UWRYdU0xZE9CbUNsQT09
• Email – LICcomments@lodi.gov
Received no later than two hours prior to the meeting
• Mail – Community Development Department, P.O. Box 3006, Lodi, CA 95241
• Hand delivered to: Community Development Department, 221 W. Pine Street, Lodi, CA 95240
1. ROLL CALL
2. MINUTES – October 12, 2021, November 9, 2021, and September 13, 2022
3. COMMENTS BY THE PUBLIC (NON-AGENDA ITEMS) (5 minute limit per speaker)
If you wish to address the Commission, please refer to the Notice at the beginning of this agenda. Individuals are
limited to one appearance during this section of the Agenda.
4. PRESENTATIONS:
A. Eastside Business Coalition - Concha’s with the Cops
B. Dr. Jill Ludin – Information on Laura’s Law and Information on Severe and Persistent Mental Health
5. COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT BLOCK GRANT (CDBG)
A. Staff update on CDBG-EN 2022-2023 Program Year
6. LIC 2022 ANNUAL ACTIVITIES
A. Update from Members and Staff
a. Activities
1. Assisting unsheltered population
2. East Side improvement
3. Community improvement
4. Administration, Transparency and accountability
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7. REGULAR BUSINESS
A. Determine topics for upcoming meeting
a. November – CDBG Overview
b. December – TBD
c. January – CDBG Applicant Presentations
d. February –Score CDBG Applications
8. COMMENTS/ANNOUNCEMENTS BY THE COMMITTEE MEMBERS AND STAFF ON NON-AGENDA
ITEMS (5 minute limit per speaker)
9. ADJOURNMENT
Pursuant to Section 54954.2(a) of the Government Code of the State of California, this agenda was posted at least
72 hours in advance of the scheduled meeting at a public place freely accessible to the public 24 hours a day.
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Jennifer Rhyne
Neighborhood Services Manager
**Notice: Pursuant to Government Code §54954.3(a), public comments may be directed to the legislative body
concerning any item contained on the agenda for this meeting before (in the cast of Closed Session items) or during
consideration of the item.
All staff reports or other written documentation relating to each item of business referred to on the agenda are on file in the Office of the
Community Development Department, located at 221 W. Pine Street, Lodi, and are available for public inspection. Agendas and staff
reports are also posted on the City’s website at www.lodi.gov. If requested, the agenda shall be made available in appropriate alternative
formats to persons with a disability, as required by Section 202 of the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990 (42 U.S.C. Sec. 12132),
and the federal rules and regulations adopted in implementation thereof. To make a request for disability-related modification or
accommodation contact the Community Development Department as soon as possible and at least 72 hours prior to the meeting date.
Language interpreter requests must be received at least 72 hours in advance of the meeting to help ensure availability. Contact Kari
Chadwick at (209) 333-6711. Solicitudes de interpretación de idiomas deben ser recibidas por lo menos con 72 horas de anticipación a
la reunión para ayudar a asegurar la disponibilidad. Llame a Kari Chadwick (209) 333-6711.
Members of the public may view and listen to the open session of this teleconference meeting at www.facebook.com/CityofLodi/ or
https://zoom.us/j/94893750501?pwd=UXkvUGMxOUZ5UWRYdU0xZE9CbUNsQT09
LODI IMPROVEMENT COMMITTEE
REGULAR MEETING MINUTES
CARNEGIE FORUM, 305 WEST PINE STREET
TUESDAY, OCTOBER 12, 2021
1. CALL TO ORDER / ROLL CALL
The Regular Lodi Improvement Committee meeting of October 12, 2021 was called to order by
Chair Diskin at 6:30 p.m.
Present: Member – Madrigal-Lauchland, Nuss, Saldana, Siddle, Vargas, Zicari and
Chair Diskin
Absent: Member – None
Also Community Development Director John Della Monica, CDBG Specialist
Present: Patrice Clemons and CDD Program Specialist Kari Chadwick
2. MINUTES
None
3. COMMENTS BY THE PUBLIC ON NON-AGENDA ITEMS (5 MINUTE LIMIT PER SPEAKER)
None
4. PRESENTATION
None
5. COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT BLOCK GRANT (CDBG)
A. Staff Update on CDBG-EN 2020-21 & 2021-2022 Program Year(s)
B. Staff Update on CDBG-CV
Neighborhood Services Manager Jennifer Rhyne gave a brief update on both A and B based
on the information provided in the staff report. She added that the Home Repair Program was
a success and eight residences were able to take advantage of the program.
Chair Diskin asked if there will be any applications for the Lodi Improvement Committee to
score this year for the CDBG funds. Ms. Rhyne stated that there will not be any applications
this year since last year was the first year that the applications were approved for a two-year
cycle.
Member Mandrigal-Lauchland asked how the Committee members can help get through the
bottleneck that is causing the Emergency Rental Assistance funds to not be expended. Ms.
Rhyne stated that it is just a matter of getting the word out.
6. 2020-2021 ANNUAL ACTIVITIES
A. Update on LIC 2020-21 Goals from Members and Staff
a. Activities
1) Assisting Unsheltered Population
2) East Side Improvement
3) Covid-19 response
4) Community Improvement
5) Civic Engagement
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6) Housing and Renting
7) Transparency and Accountability
8) Administrative
Committee Members and staff discussed and gave updates that will be reflected on the next
meeting packet attachment.
Vice Chair Siddle stated that The Point in Time Count will be conducted on January 26, 2022.
Volunteers are still needed.
Chair Diskin stated that the Harmony Homes site looks ready to go. Ms. Siddle stated that
everything is ready to go, staff is just waiting on the houses to be delivered. Ms. Rhyne stated
that the new target for their arrival is the first week of November.
Member Vargas and Nuss gave a brief update on murals and the Police basketball game.
Member Mandragal-Lauchland stated that she is still interested in producing a Covid-19 video
to help get the word out.
Member Nuss stated that ABCD is very interested in supporting the Fairy Yardmothers
program.
Chair Diskin asked how the new Code Compliance team is working out. Ms. Rhyne stated that
the Code Compliance Officers have not moved into our building yet, but the transition is going
well.
7. REGULAR BUSINESS
A. Determine Topics for upcoming meetings
a. November – Pending – Recommendations have been received – Member Zicari
suggested 180 Teen Center director.
b. December – TBD – Cancel
c. January – TBD –
d. February – TBD – new Library Director
8. COMMENTS FROM BOARD MEMBERS OR STAFF ON NON-AGENDA ITEMS
• Neighborhood Services Manager stated that the reorganization for Chair and Vice Chair will be
put on the next agenda.
• Vice Chair Siddle stated that the Friends of the Library will be attending the Witch Walk in
Woodbridge
9. ADJOURNMENT
There being no further business before the Committee, the meeting was adjourned at 7:23 p.m.
Respectfully submitted,
Jennifer Rhyne
Neighborhood Service Manager
LODI IMPROVEMENT COMMITTEE
REGULAR MEETING MINUTES
CARNEGIE FORUM, 305 WEST PINE STREET
TUESDAY, NOVEMBER 9, 2021
1. CALL TO ORDER / ROLL CALL
The Regular Lodi Improvement Committee meeting of November 9, 2021 was called to
order by Chair Diskin at 6:00 p.m.
Present: Member – Nuss, Saldana (via Zoom), Siddle, Vargas, Zicari and Chair
Diskin
Absent: Member – Madrigal-Lauchland
Also Neighborhood Services Manager Jennifer Rhyne and CDD Program
Present: Specialist Kari Chadwick
2. MINUTES
None
3. COMMENTS BY THE PUBLIC ON NON-AGENDA ITEMS (5 MINUTE LIMIT PER
SPEAKER)
None
4. PRESENTATION: Allison McGregor – One-Eighty
Jennifer Rhyne introduced Alison McGregor from One-Eighty to give a brief PowerPoint
presentation regarding mental health among the youth.
Vice Chair Siddle asked if Ms. McGregor coordinates the grant efforts with the County.
Ms. McGregor stated that they have not.
Chair Diskin asked for the statistics regarding the number of youth have been helped.
Ms. McGregor stated that they have been assisting at all the Lodi schools and are
branching out to the Galt area. They currently have eight therapists and are trying to add
additional therapists to assist with the added demand.
5. COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT BLOCK GRANT (CDBG)
A. Staff Update on CDBG-EN 2020-21 & 2021-2022 Program Year(s)
B. Staff Update on CDBG-CV
Neighborhood Services Manager Jennifer Rhyne gave a brief update on both A and
B based on the information provided in the staff report.
Chair Diskin asked if there are still funds available for rental assistance. Ms. Rhyne
stated that there are still funds available through The Salvation Army and Central
Valley Low Income Housing (CVLIHC).
Chair Diskin asked if staff is preparing for the ARPA funds. Ms. Rhyne stated that the
funds are being put out to the community as swiftly as possible.
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6. 2020-2021 ANNUAL ACTIVITIES
A. Update on LIC 2020-21 Goals from Members and Staff
a. Activities
1) Assisting Unsheltered Population
2) East Side Improvement
3) Covid-19 response
4) Community Improvement
5) Civic Engagement
6) Housing and Renting
7) Transparency and Accountability
8) Administrative
Committee Members and staff discussed and gave updates that will be reflected on
the next meeting packet attachment.
Vice Chair Siddle stated that the Point-In-Time Count will be January 26, 2022. She
added that on Thursday, November 11, 2021 there will be another informational
meeting at St. John’s and it will be streamed on Facebook.
Member Vargas stated that they have held two Concha With A Cop events with the
community and it was well received. Ms. Nuss stated that the basketball game has
been put on hold due to current staff shortages.
Vice Chair Siddle stated that San Joaquin County will be offering bonuses to
landlords that utilize a residential property for voucher based tenants.
7. REGULAR BUSINESS
A. Determine Topics for upcoming meetings
a. December – Cancelled
b. January – TBD – New Library Director presentation and the new goal setting
session.
c. February – TBD – Sophia (not sure of the last name), Substance Abuse
Navigator, with Adventist Health.
Chair Diskin reminded everyone to be thinking about what goals they would like to see
on the list for the year. Ms. Rhyne stated that she will be sending out an email to
Committee Members to get a list started for the meeting.
8. COMMENTS FROM BOARD MEMBERS OR STAFF ON NON-AGENDA ITEMS
• Member Vargas
• Vice Chair Siddle stated Lodi Adopt a Child will be giving away their Christmas
collected items on December 11th and the Lodi Fire Foundation will be hosting a
Christmas party at Hutchins Street Square for the community.
• Chair Diskin reminded everyone to go and get vaccinated.
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9. REORGANIZATION
A. Nomination, Motion, and Vote for LIC Chair for 2022
Vice Chair Siddle nominated David Diskin for Lodi Improvement Committee Chair,
Member Vargas seconded the nomination. There being no other nominations Chair
Diskin called for the vote. The nomination carried by the following vote:
MOTION / VOTE:
Ayes: Members – Nuss, Saldana, Siddle, Vargas, Zicari and Chair Diskin
Noes: Members –
Abstain: Members –
Absent: Members – Madrigal-Lauchland
B. Nomination, Motion, and Vote for LIC Vice Chair for 2022
Member Vargas nominated Kathryn Siddle for Lodi Improvement Committee Vice
Chair, Member Nuss seconded the nomination. There being no other nominations
Chair Diskin called for the vote. The nomination carried by the following vote:
MOTION / VOTE:
Ayes: Members – Nuss, Saldana, Siddle, Vargas, Zicari and Chair Diskin
Noes: Members –
Abstain: Members –
Absent: Members – Madrigal-Lauchland
10. ADJOURNMENT
There being no further business before the Committee, the meeting was adjourned at
6:55 p.m.
Respectfully submitted,
Jennifer Rhyne
Neighborhood Service Manager
11/09/21
Mental Health
One-Eighty Counseling & Resources
Alison McGregor LMFT
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Psychodynamic Approach
Behaviors
Feelings
Unmet Needs
Fears
Cognitive Behavioral Approach
CBT is based on the idea
that our thoughts and
behaviors influence our
feelings, so changing the
way we think about and
react to situations will help
us feel better.
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Dialectical Behavioral Approach
DBT often is the most
effective therapy for
people with borderline
personality disorder and
those who struggle with
self-harm or chronic
thoughts of suicide.
Family Systems Approach
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Biological Approach: Psychiatry
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LODI IMPROVEMENT COMMITTEE
REGULAR MEETING MINUTES
CARNEGIE FORUM, 305 WEST PINE STREET
TUESDAY, SEPTEMBER 13, 2022
1. CALL TO ORDER / ROLL CALL
The Regular Lodi Improvement Committee meeting of September 13, 2022 was called to
order by Vice Chair Siddle at 6:00 p.m.
Present: Member – Hill, Mellor, Nuss, Scott, Vargas, Zicari and Chair Siddle
Absent: Member –
Also Neighborhood Services Manager Jennifer Rhyne, Community
Present: Development Director John Della Monica, and CDD Program Specialist
Kari Chadwick
2. MINUTES
January 11, 2022 and August 9, 2022 Minutes
MOTION / VOTE:
The Lodi Improvement Committee, on motion by Member Hill, Scott second, approved the
minutes from the January 11, 2022 and August 9, 2022 Lodi Improvement Committee
meetings.
The motion carried by the following vote:
Ayes: Members – Hill, Mellor, Scott, Vargas, Zicari, and Vice Chair Siddle
Noes: Members –
Abstain: Members –
Absent: Members – Nuss
3. COMMENTS BY THE PUBLIC ON NON-AGENDA ITEMS (5 MINUTE LIMIT PER
SPEAKER)
No public comments
4. PRESENATION: TIMOTHY STEWART – LOVE LODI
Timothy Stewart and Tara Stewart gave a brief PowerPoint presentation regarding the
Love Lodi project. They shared the successes from this year’s event and the plans for the
future. Mr. Stewart stated that they would like to make the last Saturday in April as the
official Love Lodi day. He also added that they would like to make the event a year round
event where projects that give back to the community can be done when the need arises
not just on a single day. He added that the schools have Angel Trees at Christmas and
they wanted to figure out a way to help with that event. The Angel Trees have tags with
children’s names and gift information that the teachers know are in need during the
holidays.
Chair Siddle stated that she would like to see Love Lodi collaborate with Lodi Adopt-A-
Child for the Angel Tree project. She added that they do the same event and have
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specific income requirements that determine what families qualify. Chair Siddle also
mentioned the Fairy Yardmothers program could be a great partnership. Mr. Stewart
stated that they would like to set up a data base that can be used to track both projects
and partnerships, so they can blast out a need and a partner can respond on an as-
needed basis. Mrs. Stewart added that the idea is to have Love Lodi be the umbrella that
all the other non-profits reside under to help us all work together rather than going about
everything separately.
Member Hill stated her thanks for everything that they are doing. She also mentioned that
Lodi Lake Park has a real problem especially on Mondays with trash and other items left
behind from the parties that occurred over the weekend. She would like to see a fee
established for rentals and would like to get the awareness out there, so people will keep it
in mind when they are wanting to give back to the community.
Vice Chair Scott asked if there was an ETA for the App. Mr. Stewart stated that there isn’t
an ETA at this time, but there was a lady on the Love Lodi committee that will be working
on it. Mr. Della Monica added that there is an organization, Ready To Work, that can be
called out to do any large clean-ups. He also added that there is an unspoken rule among
hikers and backpackers that you leave an area with more than what you brought in
because you should bring an extra sack specifically for trash that can be picked up while
you’re hiking.
Member Vargas stated that the Coastal Clean-Up at Lodi Lake will be occurring on
September 18th if Love Lodi would like to participate.
Mr. Stewart presented a flyer, Love Wine Business Mixer, which Love Lodi will be hosting
as a kick-off for the 2023 event. The flyer is attached to the end of these minutes.
5. COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT BLOCK GRANT (CDBG)
A. Staff Update on CDBG-EN 2022-23 Program Year
Neighborhood Services Manager Jennifer Rhyne gave a brief update based on the
information provided in the staff report. She added that the Consolidated Action Plan
Annual Report (CAPAR) document is currently available to the public for comment and
will be going to a special City Council meeting on September 27, 2022 for approval.
6. LIC 2022 ANNUAL ACTIVITIES
A. Staff update 2022 annual activities goal setting priorities based on Committee survey
results and individual meetings with LIC Members
a. Activities
1) Assisting Unsheltered Population
Items Discussed: Temporary Access Center donation list, public awareness
next steps, personal storage for the homeless (completed), Loads of Love
has started visiting the Temporary Access Center, trash bags are continuing
to be provided to residence of camps for encampment trash pick-ups which
Caltrans picks up on a regular basis.
2) East Side Improvement
Items Discussed: Advance youth programs, Community mental health and
advance the destigmatizing of the disease, information distribution regarding
teen suicide, Adopt-a-Child mural. Lisa Zicari shared a flyer for an event at
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the 180 Teen Center, Lodi Police Department Presents the Issues
Concerning Gang Violence, and Drugs (flyer attached).
3) Community Improvement
Items Discussed: ABCD Committee, Fairy Yardmothers volunteers needed,
and Community Recognition status.
4) Transparency and Accountability
City Council Engagement, minutes, Bylaw revisions.
Committee Members and staff discussed and gave updates that will be reflected on
the next meeting packet attachment.
7. REGULAR BUSINESS
A. Determine Topics for upcoming meetings
a. October – Concha with a Cop local supporting businesses
b. November – CDBG Program
8. COMMENTS FROM BOARD MEMBERS OR STAFF ON NON-AGENDA ITEMS
• Program Specialist Kari Chadwick asked if the chair could start making a statement at
the beginning of the meeting letting the public know that staff and committee member
do not comment on Facebook posts during the meeting. If the public would like to
have questions answered they should join the meeting via Zoom or come and attend
in-person.
9. ADJOURNMENT
There being no further business before the Committee, the meeting was adjourned at 7:19
p.m.
Respectfully submitted,
Jennifer Rhyne
Neighborhood Service Manager
9/13/22
What is Love Lodi?
City-wide Volunteer Day and Catalyst
• Love Lodi is a city-wide volunteer day that serves as a
catalyst, getting members of the community out in their
city: allowing them to make connections with fellow
volunteers and the organizations they’re serving, instilling
a love for their city, and getting them excited about giving
back to their community.
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The “Why” behind Love Lodi?
City-wide Volunteer Day and Catalyst
•Meeting Needs
•Demonstrating Kindness
•Impacting Lives
Love Lodi 2023
Overview and History
• Began in 2014 with about 75 people
• Captain Martin Ross / Salvation Army
• Modeled after Love Modesto
• Part of Love Your Cities Non-Profit
• Over 1300 Volunteers in 2019
• After pandemic, Lodi needed some Love
• 700 Volunteers / 40+ Projects in 2022
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How to get involved?
Four Ways to Get Your Business to Love Lodi
• Project Leadership and Team Participation (Rotary Club)
• Submit and find projects at www.lovelodi.org
• Business Partnership (Home Depot)
• Donate much needed supplies/tools
• Business Sponsorship (Lodi Beer/Vintage Realty)
• Tax-deductible donations for projects
• Increase the Fun! (Chamber of Commerce/Java Stop)
• Bring something of value to the rally to give back!
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Business Sponsorship Levels
Invest in Lodi and Promote Your Business
• Bronze Sponsor ($100)
• Lawn Sign, 18x12” Logo Sign at Rally, Web Text
• Silver Sponsor ($500)
• Lawn Sign, 18x12” Logo Sign at Rally, Web Logo
• Gold Sponsor ($1000)
• Lawn Sign, 24x18” Logo Sign at Rally, Web Logo, Social
Media Post
• Diamond Sponsor ($2000+)
• Lawn Sign, 4x6’ Banner at Rally, Web Logo, Social Media
Interview, Verbal Announcement at Rally
ANY QUESTIONS?
LOOK FOR MORE INFORMATION ON UPCOMING
LOVE LODI BUSINESS WINE SOCIAL IN THE FALL ON
FACEBOOK OR WEBSITE
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MEMORANDUM, City of Lodi, Community Development Department
To: Lodi Improvement Committee
From: Jennifer Rhyne, Neighborhood Services Manager, City of Lodi
Date: October 11, 2022
Subject: Staff Report on 2022-23 CDBG Program, Nominations for Recognition, and
Committee Annual Activities.
Purpose: Lodi Improvement Committee (Committee) 1) supports Staff in implementation of the City’s five-year
Consolidated Plan including conducting outreach, providing feedback on program processes, and making
recommendations to the City Council on funding and project priorities; 2) has its purpose of maintaining and
improving the quality of life and appearance of Lodi by the coordinated efforts of a broad spectrum of the
community; 3) creates and takes action to implement annual goals and activities.
Action: Lodi Improvement Committee will 1) receive presentation on the Concha’s with the Cops event 2)
receive presentation on Laura’s Law and information on severe and persistent mental health 3) receive update
from staff on the CDBG-EN 2022-23; 4) provide updates on progress towards meeting committee goals and
activities; 5) regular business;
Presentations:
1. Eastside Business Coalition and Member Vargas will present information about the Concha’s with the
Cops event and answer questions.
2. Dr. Jill Ludin will present information on Laura’s Law and information on severe and persistent mental
health.
Community Development Block Grant (CDBG):
Background
CDBG-EN – 2022-23 Application Process
The application period for the 2022-23 CDBG program year began on December 17th, 2021 and closed January
28th, 2022. Eligible organizations include non-profits and local government entities. The City was allocated
$626,997 in CDBG funds for the 2022-23 CDBG program year and anticipates $113,555.28 in prior year(s) funds
to be allocated.
Based on an allocation of $626,997 and $113,555.28 in prior year funds, the distribution of funds will be as
follows:
Administration $125,399.40 (20% Cap) – Includes fair housing activities
Public Service $90,000 (15% Cap less $5,250 allocated to capital projects)
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Capital Projects $525,152.88 (Includes prior year funds)
TOTAL $740,552.28
The 2022-23 Annual Action Plan public hearing was held on May 4, 2022 and draft was approved by City
Council. The final 2022-23 Annual Action Plan was approved by City Council on July 20, 2022 and submitted to
HUD. Awarded funding is expected to be available July 1, 2022.
Consolidated Annual Performance and Evaluation Report (CAPER)
The 2021-2022 CAPER describes the projects and activities undergone during the 2021-22 CDBG program year,
in which the City received $668,918 in Federal CDBG funds. The 2021-2022 CAPER was open for public
comment from September 10, 2022 to September 25, 2022. A public hearing was then conducted at a City
Council Special meeting on September 27, 2022. No public comments were received.
Updates on 2022 Committee Annual Activities (Also known as annual goals):
The Committee and Staff will provide updates on annual activities that have occurred since previous meeting.
Fiscal Impact:
HUD’s annual allocation for 2022-23 CDBG funds was announced May 2022; the City received $626,997. HUD
also allocated approximately $796,408 in CDBG-CV funds for City of Lodi in response to the COVID-19
Pandemic.
Attachments:
1. 2022 LIC Annual Activities
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Last Update: October 3, 2022
LIC Goals 2022 (DRAFT)
Contents
1. Unsheltered Improvement ................................................................................................. 2
A. Relationship with the Lodi Committee on Homelessness ........................................................................................................................................................ 2
B. Public Awareness ............................................................................................................................................................................................................................... 2
C. Personal Storage Spaces ................................................................................................................................................................................................................... 2
D. Advocate for Local Trash Pick-Ups .............................................................................................................................................................................................. 2
2. East Side Improvement...................................................................................................... 3
A. Advance Youth Programs................................................................................................................................................................................................................ 3
B. Community Event on Mental Health ............................................................................................................................................................................................ 3
C. Adopt-a-Child Mural......................................................................................................................................................................................................................... 3
3. Community Improvement ................................................................................................. 4
A. Relationship with the ABCD Committee ..................................................................................................................................................................................... 4
B. Community Recognition .................................................................................................................................................................................................................. 4
4. Administration, Transparency, and Accountability ..........................................................5
A. City Council Engagement ................................................................................................................................................................................................................ 5
B. Catch Up on Minutes........................................................................................................................................................................................................................ 5
C. Bylaw Revisions ................................................................................................................................................................................................................................. 5
LIC GOALS 2022 (DRAFT)
1. 🏡🏡 Unsheltered Improvement
A. Relationship with the Lodi Committee on Homelessness
Owner: Kathryn Siddle
The LCOH is tasked with assisting the unhoused (and those at risk of becoming so) in Lodi. The LIC should
remain informed with the LCOH’s activities and be available to assist and solicit support when asked.
✔ Task Description Due Assignee
Liaison Have at least one LIC member at every meeting. Ongoing Kathryn
Lisa Hill
Donations Temporary Access Center Donations Ongoing
/LCOH
Monthly Updates Provide brief, monthly updates to the LIC. Ongoing Kathryn
B. Public Awareness
Owner: Ian Scott
Prepare and host one “town hall” public meeting (online and/or in person) that provides information and
updates including current needs, volunteer opportunities, City goals, and recent developments with regards to
homelessness and affordable housing.
✔ Task Description Due Assignee
C. Personal Storage Spaces
Owner: Kathryn Siddle
Identify a social service provider that can provide storage space (for example, lockers) to the unsheltered for
their personal belongings until the Lodi Access Center is operational.
✔ Task Description Due Assignee
D. Advocate for Local Trash Pick-Ups
Owner: Kathryn Siddle
Present to the Lodi City Council a plan that will provide trash bags and pick-up service to the unsheltered at
various encampments throughout the city, on a regular basis.
✔ Task Description Due Assignee
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LIC GOALS 2022 (DRAFT)
2. 📈📈 East Side Improvement
A. Advance Youth Programs
Owner: Lynsay Nuss
LIC will enhance the awareness of public youth programs and Play Lodi! scholarships and participate in the
development of programs and volunteer at events.
✔ Task Description Due Assignee
Expand Play Lodi! Kathryn
Partnerships
Assist in Planned Youth
Event for Summer
Volunteer at Youth
Event
Gang Reduction
Intervention and
Prevention
B. Community Event on Mental Health
Owner: Lisa Zicari and Lisa Hill
Work with local facilities and non-profits to establish a community event on mental health awareness and
available resources.
✔ Task Description Due Assignee
7-week Mental Health 180-Teen Center will be holding, Member Zicari to identify
TBD Lisa Zicari
Training if it will be open to public
C. Adopt-a-Child Mural
Owner: Lynsay Nuss
Assist the Lodi Adopt-A-Child non-profit organization with mural coordination and a ribbon cutting event.
✔ Task Description Due Assignee
Volunteer/Coordination
Ribbon Cutting
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3. 🌳🌳 Community Improvement
A. Relationship with the ABCD Committee
Owner: Lynsay Nuss and Sandra Vargas
The ABCD helps empower residents with small grants and other resources to improve their homes and
public spaces. The LIC should remain informed with the ABCD’s activities and be available to assist and
solicit support when asked.
✔ Task Description Due Assignee
Liaison Have at least one LIC member at every meeting. Ongoing Lynsay
Monthly Updates Provide brief, monthly updates to the LIC. Ongoing Lynsay
Continue the progress of this program by working with
Fairy Yardmothers Mr. Freedman.
Recruitment
Build Awareness
B. Community Recognition
Owner: Sandra Vargas
The Lodi Improvement Committee wishes to recognize others who are improving the community in a variety
of ways.
✔ Task Description Due Assignee
Nominate, vote on, and recognize organizations,
individuals, and/or property owners that have made
Recognition Quarterly Sandra
significant improvements to our community. Will need to
help prepare proclamation with known information.
Council Draft Staff Report/Reso Jennifer
Communications
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4. Administration, Transparency, and Accountability
A. City Council Engagement
Owner: Sandra Vargas and Ian Scott
Provide bi-annual updates to the Lodi City Council that include the status of our goals and activities, likely at
a Shirtsleeve meeting or an update on the Consent calendar.
✔ Task Description Due Assignee
First Presentation January 2023
Second Presentation July 2023
Third Presentation January 2024
B. Catch Up on Minutes
Owner: Kari Chadwick
Our committee is woefully behind in providing minutes to its members and the public.
✔ Task Description Due Assignee
Work with City Staff to Develop Timeline to complete
Develop timeline TBD
backlog
Catch Up on Minutes Complete the backlog of minutes and remain current. TBD Kari
C. Bylaw Revisions
Owner: Ian Scott and Nancy Mellor
The LIC wishes to propose changes to our bylaws that reflect a positive, community-focused committee. We
wish to continue working with City staff and Council to draft and finalize these changes.
✔ Task Description Due Assignee
Ian/Nancy/Lisa
Draft New Bylaws Collect input from committee and create the draft.
Z
Review as a committee and make final changes, then
Approve by LIC LIC
approve.
Submit to City Council Get on the CC agenda and present at their meeting. Jennifer
Ian/Nancy/Lisa
Revisions from CC If any, make revisions.
Z
Resubmit to CC If needed, resubmit to CC for a future meeting. Jennifer
Approval by CC Adopted by the CC. CC
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Translate Identify available translation options Jennifer
Website Update Revise the LIC website to include the new bylaws. Kari
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