Lodi Improvement Committee
Regular MeetingLodi, NJ · June 13, 2023
Minutes
LODI IMPROVEMENT COMMITTEE
REGULAR MEETING MINUTES
CARNEGIE FORUM, 305 WEST PINE STREET
TUESDAY, JUNE 13, 2023
1. CALL TO ORDER / ROLL CALL
The Special Lodi Improvement Committee meeting of June 13, 2023 was called to order
by Chair Siddle at 6:00 p.m.
Present: Member – Hill, Mellor, Scott, Vargas, Zicari, and Chair Siddle
Absent: Member – Nuss
Also Neighborhood Services Manager Jennifer Rhyne, Community
Present: Development Director John Della Monica and CDD Program Specialist
Kari Chadwick
2. MINUTES
May 9, 2023 Minutes
MOTION / VOTE:
The Lodi Improvement Committee, on motion by Member Mellor, Scott second, approved
the minutes from the May 9, 2023 Lodi Improvement Committee meeting.
The motion carried by the following vote:
Ayes: Members – Hill, Mellor, Scott, Vargas , Zicari, and 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. COMMUNITY LIAISON OFFICER PRESENTATION
Chair Siddle introduced Officer Mike Cassio and invited him to come to the podium to
make his presentation. Office Cassio gave a brief report of his current duties while he is in
his role as the Community Liaison Officer. He stated that he has been on the force in Lodi
for five years.
Member Hill asked what the City is doing right and in what areas it can improve. Officer
Cassio stated that Lodi’s approach is first to assist the homeless community rather than
ticket or arrest them. He added that an additional Liaison Officer would be helpful as well.
Member Zicari asked why the numbers are increasing. Officer Cassio stated that drugs
are playing a major factor and the lack of prosecution of drug related arrests. He also
added that the lack of mental health resources and living accommodations are a factor.
Ms. Zicari stated that she feels that it seems inhuman to see people living the way the
homeless are living. Officer Cassio stated his agreement, but added that unfortunately it
isn’t against the law.
Approved at the July 11, 2023 LIC Meeting
Lodi Improvement Committee Regular Meeting Minutes
Tuesday, June 13, 2023
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Member Vargas asked how the Spanish speaking community can learn about the
resources. Office Cassio stated that the Police Department has just started a Spanish
speaking only citizen academy with the assistance of Officer Garcia. He also added that
when he is in the field and is in need of translation assistance Spanish speaking officers
are always there to assist.
Vice Chair Scott stated his appreciation for Officer Cassio attending the meeting tonight.
He also asked if there is a common thread that is pushing both the drug and mental health
increases. Officer Cassio stated that there is a common thread that is helping get them
assistance and that is the Access Center. He also added that having the additional mental
health services here in Lodi is assisting as well. Mr. Scott stated that it sounds like there
is an increase in social trust. Office Cassio stated that is correct.
Member Mellor asked what if anything would make this job easier in Lodi. Office Cassio
stated that having two officers with one working out of the Police Department and one
working out of the Access Center would help greatly.
Member Hill asked how someone in the community could take up the cause to get an
additional liaison officer. Director Della Monica stated that this subject is not a new
subject for the City. He added that the Police Department will need to be fully staffed with
sworn officers before an additional officer can be assigned to an additional liaison position.
Ms. Hill stated her appreciation of the job, she personally has witnessed, that Officer
Cassio is doing in the liaison positon.
Vice Chair Scott stated that with grant funding from the State and other State mandates it
would stand to reason that there would be a standardized training course offered at that
level for all Liaison Officer Positions. Officer Cassio stated that there is an online eight-
hour training course offered through Anaheim California each year, but it is very generic.
He also stated that there are grant resources for mental health assistance and other areas
of homeless assistance, but they all require programs to be put in place that the moneys
can fund.
5. COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT BLOCK GRANT (CDBG):
Neighborhood Services Manger Jennifer Rhyne gave a brief report based on the staff
report regarding the Community Development Block Grant program.
6. DRAFT CITY COUNCIL UPDATE POWERPOINT PRESENTATION
A. Discussion and Vote on PowerPoint to be Presented to City Council
Member Scott presented the draft PowerPoint that is attached to the staff report.
Neighborhood Services Manager stated that some of the oblivious changes that will need
to be made will be to the dates. She also recommended that the update be presented at
the same meeting as the Bylaws.
Vice Chair Scott stated that he plans on getting something to staff to review by the end of
the week.
Member Vargas mentioned that the Conchas should also now include the Firefighters.
She added that the Citizens Academy being offered in Spanish is part of the efforts that
have been made through the Conchas with a Cop program.
MOTION / VOTE:
Approved at the July 11, 2023 LIC Meeting
Lodi Improvement Committee Regular Meeting Minutes
Tuesday, June 13, 2023
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The Lodi Improvement Committee, on motion by Member Hill, Vargas second, approved
the PowerPoint as presented with the changes as mentioned above and recommended
that the update be presented to the City Council at the same meeting as the Bylaws.
The motion carried by the following vote:
Ayes: Members – Hill, Mellor, Nuss, Zicari, and Chair Siddle
Noes: Members –
Abstain: Members –
Absent: Members – Scott and Vargas
7. LIC 2023 ANNUAL ACTIVITIES
A. Update LIC Members and Staff
a. Activities
1) Assisting Unsheltered Population
Items Discussed: CalTrans cleanups, Temporary Access Center expansion.
2) East Side Improvement
Items Discussed: Advance youth programs have been funded and awards
are being made; 1st Baptist Church has various counseling options that they
offer for free, they office overnight stay for families; Wellness Center is
opening a location in Lodi for pier recovery, Lodi Adopt-a-Child Mural;
Conchas with a Firefighter.
3) Community Improvement
Items Discussed: ABCD Committee and the need for volunteers in the
community leadership roles, possible addition of goals as discussed below.
4) Administration, Transparency and Accountability
City Council Engagement, minutes, Bylaw revisions will now be presented to
the City Council at a future meeting.
Committee Members and staff discussed and gave updates that will be reflected on
the next meeting packet attachment.
Chair Siddle passed out the donation cards that have been creator by members of the
Lodi Committee on Homelessness.
Member Mellor asked for additional information regarding the overnight stays for
families at the church. Chair Siddle stated that there is a group of churches that
support families in need and provide the necessary services to get them into housing.
Member Mellor would like to propose a new goal to Community Improvement to add
community meetings to encourage more murals around town. Member Vargas stated
that this is already taking place. The businesses are interested, but there are issues
with contact the property owners. She also added that she will help with this goal.
Member Hill would like to propose a new goal to increase signage in and around our
parks to encourage people to pick up trash. She will contact Parks and Recreation
Department to discuss a possible plan.
8. REGULAR BUSINESS
Approved at the July 11, 2023 LIC Meeting
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A. Determine Topics for upcoming meetings
a. July - Bylaws PowerPoint Presentation Draft Review
b. August - TBD - Potentially Peer Recovery Services
Member Vargas suggested having the new GRIP Outreach Worker attend and
present. Member Zicari would like to see if Safe Families would like to attend.
9. COMMENTS FROM COMMITTEE MEMBERS OR STAFF ON NON-AGENDA ITEMS
o Communíty Development Director Della Monica stated that he is in discussions with
the Public Works Department regarding the possible addition of a center rail at the
front stair case leading up to the front doors of Carnegie Forum in addition to more
signage indicating where the ADA entrance is located. He also added that he and the
City Planner spent a couple of hours with Council Member Yepez discussing east side
consideration that are near and dear to his heart and what the City currently has
planned for the area.
. Neighborhood Services Manager Rhyne stated that on June 29th staff will be at the
Lodi Farmers Market for another outreach event for the Environment Justice Element
as part of our Housing Element Update and specific General Plan Document updates.
The public can assist by taking a survey on the subject on the website: PlanLodi.com.
10. ADJOURNMENT
There being no further business before the Committee, the meeting was adjourned at 7:20
p.m.
Respectfully su bm itted,
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Agenda
LODI IMPROVEMENT AGENDA
Date: June 13, 2023
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.
• Email – LICcomments@lodi.gov
Received no later than three 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
Received no later than three hours prior to the meeting
1. ROLL CALL
2. MINUTES – May 9, 2023
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. COMMUNITY LIAISON OFFICER PRESENTATION (15 minutes)
5. COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT BLOCK GRANT (CDBG)
6. DRAFT CITY COUNCIL UPDATE POWERPOINT PRESENTATION
A. Discuss and Vote on PowerPoint to be Presented to City Council
7. LIC 2023 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
8. REGULAR BUSINESS
A. Determine topics for upcoming meeting
a. July – Bylaws PowerPoint Presentation Draft Review
b. August – TBD (Potentially Peer Recovery Services)
9. COMMENTS/ANNOUNCEMENTS BY THE COMMITTEE MEMBERS AND STAFF ON NON-AGENDA
ITEMS (5 minute limit per speaker)
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10. 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/
LODI IMPROVEMENT COMMITTEE
REGULAR MEETING MINUTES
CARNEGIE FORUM, 305 WEST PINE STREET
TUESDAY, MAY 9, 2023
1. CALL TO ORDER / ROLL CALL
The Special Lodi Improvement Committee meeting of May 9, 2023 was called to order by
Chair Siddle at 6:00 p.m.
Present: Member – Hill, Mellor, Nuss, Zicari, and Chair Siddle
Absent: Member – Scott and Vargas
Also Neighborhood Services Manager Jennifer Rhyne and CDD Program
Present: Specialist Kari Chadwick
2. MINUTES
April 11, 2023 Minutes
MOTION / VOTE:
The Lodi Improvement Committee, on motion by Member Nuss, Hill second, approved the
minutes from the April 11, 2023 Lodi Improvement Committee meeting.
The motion carried by the following vote:
Ayes: Members – Hill, Mellor, Nuss, Zicari, and Chair Siddle
Noes: Members –
Abstain: Members –
Absent: Members – Scott and Vargas
3. COMMENTS BY THE PUBLIC ON NON-AGENDA ITEMS (5 MINUTE LIMIT PER
SPEAKER)
No public comments
4. COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT BLOCK GRANT (CDBG):
Neighborhood Services Manger Jennifer Rhyne gave a brief report based on the staff
report regarding the Community Development Block Grant program.
5. COMMITTEE BYLAWS
A. Discussion and Vote on Revised Bylaws to be Presented to City Council
Member Mellor and Zicari gave a brief report regarding the Lodi Improvement Committee
Draft Bylaw changes and read the new language aloud. Ms. Mellor recommended
removing the word “To” from Goal F. They encouraged the Committee to make the
recommendation for Council approval.
MOTION / VOTE:
The Lodi Improvement Committee, on motion by Member Hill, Nuss second, approved the
changes to the Lodi Improvement Committee Bylaw changes and made the
recommendation that the City Council consider and approve the changes with the
correction to Goal F.
Lodi Improvement Committee Regular Meeting Minutes
Tuesday, May 9, 2023
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The motion carried by the following vote:
Ayes: Members – Hill, Mellor, Nuss, Zicari, and Chair Siddle
Noes: Members –
Abstain: Members –
Absent: Members – Scott and Vargas
Members discussed taking the item to a Shirtsleeve meeting prior to a regular Council
meeting and who will attend to present. Chair Siddle stated that she would be able to
attend if other members are unable to make the 7:00 am time.
6. LIC 2023 ANNUAL ACTIVITIES
A. Update LIC Members and Staff
a. Activities
1) Assisting Unsheltered Population
Items Discussed: Homeless influx due to CalTrans cleanup, Temporary
Access Center expansion.
2) East Side Improvement
Items Discussed: Advance youth programs have been funded and awards
are being made; 180 Teen Center activities are slowing down for the
summer; Wellness Center is opening a location in Lodi for pier recovery,
Lodi Adopt-a-Child Mural; Conchas with a Firefighter.
3) Community Improvement
Items Discussed: ABCD Committee Love Your Block Event will take place
May 13th.
4) Administration, Transparency and Accountability
City Council Engagement, minutes, Bylaw revisions will now be presented to
the City Council at a future meeting.
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. June – Council Update Presentation Draft Review
b. July – Officer Cassio for Community Liaison Activity
Member Nuss stated that Pier recovery could be a backup for July or it could go in
August. Member Hill would like to have a presentation for the Rails to Trails
project. Chair Siddle stated that she would talk with Bike Lodi. Member Mellor
would like to have the Art’s Commission present.
8. COMMENTS FROM COMMITTEE MEMBERS OR STAFF ON NON-AGENDA ITEMS
• Member Hill would like to get a campaign going along with awareness signage for
trash pickup at Lodi Lake. Chair Siddle recommended talking with Parks and Rec.
Lodi Improvement Committee Regular Meeting Minutes
Tuesday, May 9, 2023
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Member Hill stated that she would draft a letter with her ideas. Ms. Rhyne stated that
a letter would need to be presented to the LIC for voting approval before being
presented to the Parks and Rec Commission.
• Member Mellor stated that she would still like to pursue the idea of a center handrail at
the front steps of the Carnegie Forum. Ms. Rhyne stated that she was unable to get
an update from Mr. Della Monica prior to this meeting, but will follow-up with him for
the next meeting.
• Member Nuss announced that Community Partnership for Families will be having a
free clothing giveaway event on May 12, 2023 from 3:00pm to 4:30 pm (flyer attached).
9. ADJOURNMENT
There being no further business before the Committee, the meeting was adjourned at 6:35
p.m.
Respectfully submitted,
Jennifer Rhyne
Neighborhood Service Manager
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MEMORANDUM, City of Lodi, Community Development Department
To: Lodi Improvement Committee
From: Jennifer Rhyne, Neighborhood Services Manager
Date: June 13, 2023
Subject: Staff Report on Community Liaison Officer (CLO) Presentation, CDBG Program, LIC
Update Presentation Draft, and updates on LIC Annual Activities
Purpose: Lodi Improvement 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 an informative presentation from CLO; 2) committee will
receive update on the CDBG program by Staff; 3) discuss and vote on draft City Council update PowerPoint
presentation; and 4) Committee and staff updates on LIC 2023 annual activities.
CLO:
CLO – Officer Cascio will provide information on his role and updates from outreach.
Background:
2023-2024 CDBG Program Year
The City of Lodi solicited applications for the CDBG Program Year, which is funded by Community Development
Block Grant (CDBG) entitlement program. The City estimates receiving a 2023-2024 CDBG grant award of
approximately $600,000. The actual amount of funding will be announced by HUD after the federal budget has
been approved. The amount will most likely be announced by HUD in April or May of 2023. Eligible
organizations are limited to nonprofits and local government entities. If awarded, funds are anticipated to be
available on July 1, 2023, and projects must be completed by June 30, 2024.
The application was made available on Wednesday, December 16, 2022, and was due by 5 p.m. on Friday,
January 27, 2023. Late applications were not accepted. The application instructions and forms were available
on the City’s Community Development webpage: https://www.lodi.gov/183/Community-Development-Block-
Grant-Progra.
Applicants presented (informally) on potential projects to be funded during the 2023-2024 CDBG Program Year
on February 16, 2023. As the March 14, 2023 meeting was canceled due to a lack of a quorum, Staff received
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funding recommendations from Chair Siddle and provided individually to each other LIC member for their
recommendations. Chair Siddle, Members Hill and Mellor, and Vice-Chair Scott all were in favor of the below
funding recommendations for Public Services and it was concurred per vote of the Committee on April 11,
2023:
CDBG Public Services Funding –
Women’s Center $10,000
Second Harvest $10,000
LOEL $10,000
CPFSJ $25,000
Salvation Army $20,000
Graffiti Abatement $15,000 (An additional $15,000 will be funded under Capital)
San Joaquin Fair Housing $18,000 (Funded under the administrative cap)
CDBG Capital Projects Funding –
City Graffiti Abatement: $15,000
HACSJ (Creekside): $100,000
Boys and Girls Club (Patio/Outdoor Space): $40,000
City Hale Park Project: 180,000
AAP Draft with funding recommendations were approved by City Council on May 3, 2023 and subsequently
submitted to HUD
2024-2029 Consolidated Plan, 2023-2024 Annual Action Plan, and Analysis of Impediments
The 2024-2029 Consolidated Plan, which includes the 2024-2025 Program Year details and is informed by the
Analysis of Impediments, is due to U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD) by May 15,
2024, but the City anticipates completing earlier. The 2023-2024 Annual Action Plan draft will be presented to
City Council on May 3, 2023 and is currently open for comment from April 1 – May 1, and is due to HUD by
May 15, 2023.
The following process is planned for the 2024-2029 Consolidated Plan cycle:
- November (completed) – begin to prepare community outreach materials and schedule needs
assessment meeting with stakeholders or similar outreach.
- Late November (completed) – published notice for upcoming release of funding availability, analyze
community stakeholder outreach, gather community data and policies for the Analysis of Impediments
- December (completed) – published notice of funding availability (NOFA), application presentation and
community outreach meeting at LIC meeting
- January (completed) – release community survey via utility bills to solicit community feedback
required for Analysis of Impediments
- February – potential applicants provide presentations and answer questions at LIC meeting, review of
preliminary survey results and Analysis of Impediments and request public comment at LIC meeting
- March – vote on final scores and allocations at LIC meeting
- Mid-March – draft Consolidated Plan released to public for 30-day public review
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- Mid-April – presented draft Consolidated Plan to City Council
- May – submit Consolidated Plan to HUD
The City is required to complete the Analysis of Impediments prior to approval of its Consolidated Plan, so that
the recommendations provided in the report are incorporated into the Consolidated Plan. The City presented
on preliminary results of the Analysis of Impediments and request comments from the Public on February 16,
2023. Consolidated Plan and Analysis of Impediments is planned for completion in August/September 2023
well ahead of the 2024 deadline.
Draft City Council Update PowerPoint Presentation
The Committee will discuss and vote on draft City Council update PowerPoint presentation.
Updates on 2023 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 the City of Lodi is anticipated at $640,916
Attachments:
1. Draft City Council Update PowerPoint Presentation
2. 2023 LIC Annual Activities
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Lodi Improvement
Committee 2022,
A Year in Review
Presented by
Sandra Vargas
May 2023
Fairy Yardmothers, a Lodi Community Organization Conchas with Cops, a Community Outreach Program
Introduction
Each year, the Lodi Improvement Committee establishes
goals, otherwise known as the LIC Annual Activities
In 2022 these were:
Assisting Unsheltered Population
East Side Improvement
Community Improvement
Administration, Transparency and Accountability
Establishing and following these goals assist the LIC in
delivering results that improve the quality of life and
civic participation in Lodi
LIC also provides annual funding recommendations to the
City Council for CDBG application scoring
Assisting Unsheltered Population
Relationship with the Lodi Committee on
Homelessness
LIC Chair Siddle provided the LIC regular updates on
committee activities
Chair Siddle also coordinated Temporary Access Center
Donations
Personal Storage Spaces
Chair Siddle coordinated personal storage spaces for
the homeless prior to the opening of the Lodi Access
Center
Advocate for Local Trash Pick-Ups
Chair Siddle coordinated Caltrans pickups of trash for
residents of local encampments
East Side Improvement
Advance Youth Programs
LIC Member Nuss coordinated and updated LIC on Play
Lodi! scholarships, recently expanding scope to new
sports and extracurricular programs
Mental Health Advocacy
LIC Members Zicari and Hill conducted outreach on
several events held by 180-Teen Center to raise
community awareness
Adopt-a-Child Mural
Member Nuss assisted the Lodi Adopt-a-Child
organization with project support
Member Mellor, also Member of the Lodi Arts
Commission, recently reported that the project is in
the final stages of grant funding
Community Improvement
Relationship with ABCD Committee
LIC Members Nuss and Vargas coordinated and updated
LIC on ABCD Committee activities
Also provided support to Fairy Yardmothers, a local
community group that assists Lodi residents with yard
care, mitigating potential code enforcement concerns
Community Recognition
LIC Member Vargas provided regular updates to LIC on
the status of the Conchas with Cops program, which
has been valuable in establishing community support
and trust with law enforcement on the East Side
Member Vargas also nominated Lodi resident and
Conchas with Cops organizer Monica Valenzuela for
her work to improve community relations
Administration, Transparency, and
Accountability
City Council Engagement
LIC Member Vargas will provide bi-annual updates to
the City Council on status of goals and activities
Vice Chair Scott will support by assisting in drafting
presentation documents and LIC meeting content
review
Bylaw Revisions
Vice Chair Scott, Member Mellor and Member Zicari
worked as an ad-hoc bylaw committee on new draft
LIC bylaws
LIC Bylaw Revisions to be adopted by LIC in May 2023,
with subsequent presentation to the City Council for
approval
Questions? Comments?
Play Lodi! By Lodi Adopt-A-Child Inc.
Temporary Lodi Access Center Prior to Permanent Access
Opening, at 710 N. Sacramento Street
Follow Up
The Lodi Improvement Committee intends to
return to the City Council for Biannual Updates
on its activities moving forward
We would welcome your feedback on any
matters we should address
Questions? Comments?
Last Update: June 6, 2023
LIC Goals 2023
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...................................................................................................... 4
A. Advance Youth Programs................................................................................................................................................................................................................ 4
B. Community Event on Mental Health ............................................................................................................................................................................................ 4
C. Adopt-a-Child Mural......................................................................................................................................................................................................................... 4
3. Community Improvement ................................................................................................. 5
A. Relationship with the ABCD Committee ..................................................................................................................................................................................... 5
B. Community Recognition .................................................................................................................................................................................................................. 5
4. Administration, Transparency, and Accountability ..........................................................6
A. City Council Engagement ................................................................................................................................................................................................................ 6
B. Catch Up on Minutes........................................................................................................................................................................................................................ 6
C. Bylaw Revisions ................................................................................................................................................................................................................................. 6
LIC GOALS 2023
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
Complete –
Temp Access
Center Open
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 2023
Ongoing
June 6, 2023 Page 3
LIC GOALS 2023
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! Ongoing 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
Share any scheduled events with Committee Ongoing
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 August 2023
Second Presentation January 2024
Third Presentation July 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 May 2023 LIC
approve.
Approve by LIC PowerPoint Presentation on Bylaws July 2023 LIC
Submit to City Council Get on the CC agenda and present at their meeting. TBD Jennifer/LIC
Ian/Nancy/Lisa
Revisions from CC If any, make revisions.
Z
Resubmit to CC If needed, resubmit to CC for a future meeting. Jennifer
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Approval by CC Adopted by the CC. CC
Translate Identify available translation options Jennifer
Website Update Revise the LIC website to include the new bylaws. Kari
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