Agenda — Kingsburg City Council, June 19, 2024 (part 1 of 4)

AGENDA

FOR THE JOINT MEETING OF THE KINGSBURG

CITY COUNCIL, BOARD OF DIRECTORS OF

THE CITY OF KINGSBURG PUBLIC FINANCING

AUTHORITY AND BOARD OF DIRECTORS OF

THE SUCCESSOR AGENCY OF THE

KINGSBURG REDEVELOPMENT
AGENCY
Wednesday, June 19, 2024 at 6pm
Invocation to be given by Pastor Clayton Paull, Hope Kingsburg, followed by the Pledge of Allegiance led by Mayor Brandon Pursell, Jr.
6 P.M. REGULAR SESSION MEETING:

1. Call to Order and Roll Call for each entity. This meeting is a joint meeting of the Kingsburg City Council, the Board of Directors of the City of Kingsburg Public Financing Authority and the Board of Directors of the Successor Agency of the Kingsburg Redevelopment Agency. During the joint meeting, the members of the Kingsburg City Council will be concurrently sitting as the members of the Board of Directors of the City of Kingsburg Public Financing Authority and the Board of Directors of the Successor Agency of the Kingsburg Redevelopment Agency.

2. Public Comments: This is the time for any citizen to come forward and address the City Council and the respective Boards of Directors on any issue within its jurisdiction that is not listed on the Agenda. A maximum of five (5) minutes is allowed for each speaker.

3. Approve Joint Meeting Agenda: Action by the Council and respective Boards of Directors to approve the Joint Meeting Agenda or to make modifications. Items that can be added to the Joint Meeting Agenda is constrained by State law.

4. Presentations:

None.

5. Joint Meeting Consent Calendar: Items considered routine in nature are to be placed on the Consent Calendar. They will be considered as one item and voted upon in one vote unless City of Kingsburg
1401 Draper Street, Kingsburg, CA 93631-1908
Phone (559)897-5821
Mayor Brandon Pursell, Jr.

Mayor Pro Tem Vince Palomar
Council Member Laura North
Council Member Staci Smith
Council Member David M. Silva
City Manager Alexander J. Henderson
Kingsburg City Council, City of Kingsburg Public Financing Authority and Board of Directors of the Successor Agency of the Kingsburg Redevelopment Agency Joint Meeting Agenda June 19, 2024
individual consideration is requested. Each vote in favor of the Consent Calendar is considered and recorded as a separate affirmative vote in favor of each action listed. Approval of the Consent Calendar items include recitals reading ordinance(s) by titles(s) only and adoption of recommended action(s) contained in Staff Reports.
(To be approved only by City Council)

5.1 Approval of City Council Minutes: Approve the minutes from the June 4, 2024 Regular City Council Meeting as prepared by City Clerk Abigail Palsgaard.

Sponsor: City Clerk’s Office

5.2 Check Register: Ratify/approve payment of bills listed on the check register for the period May 28, 2024 through June 10, 2024 as prepared by Accounts Payable Clerk Marsha Alves.

Sponsor: Finance Department

5.3 Adopt Resolution 2024-030 Approving the FY 24 SB1 Project List- Staff Report prepared by City Engineer Dave Peters
Sponsor: City Engineer’s Office

5.4 Waive the second reading and adopt Ordinance 2024-02 Amending Chapters 15 and 17 of the Kingsburg Municipal Code Related to Property Maintenance Standards and the Administrative Hearing Procedures and Appeals Process with the following recital constituting reading the title of the Ordinance:
“AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY OF KINGSBURG AMENDING CHAPTERS 15 AND 17 OF THE KINGSBURG MUNICIPAL CODE RELATED TO PROPERTY

MAINTENANCE STANDARDS AND THE ADMINISTRATIVE HEARING
PROCEDURES AND APPEALS PROCESS.”
- Staff Report prepared by Building Official AJ O’Connell Sponsor: Community Development Department

5.5 Approve the proposed Wage Schedule for 07/01/2024- Staff Report prepared by Assistant City Manager/Administrative Services Director Christina Windover Sponsor: Administrative Services

5.6 Adopt Resolution 2024-031 updating the City’s Code of Ethics filer list for the FPPCStaff Report by City Clerk Abigail Palsgaard.

Sponsor: City Clerk’s Office
(To be approved only by Board of Directors of the Successor Agency of the Kingsburg Redevelopment Agency)

5.7 Approval of Kingsburg Redevelopment Successor Agency Minutes - Approve the minutes from the regular meeting held on June 21, 2023 as prepared by City Clerk Abigail Palsgaard.

Sponsor: City Clerk’s Office
(To be approved only by Board of Directors of the Kingsburg Public Financing Authority) Kingsburg City Council, City of Kingsburg Public Financing Authority and Board of Directors of the Successor Agency of the Kingsburg Redevelopment Agency Joint Meeting Agenda June 19, 2024

5.8 Approval of Kingsburg Financing Authority Minutes - Approve the minutes from the regular meeting held on June 21, 2023 as prepared by City Clerk Abigail Palsgaard.

Sponsor: City Clerk’s Office

6. Regular Calendar

6.1 PUBLIC HEARING- CONSIDERATION OF GENERAL PLAN
AMENDMENT 2024-01 PERTAINING TO CITY OF KINGSBURG
HOUSING ELEMENT AND ACCOMPANYING CEQA DETERMINATIONStaff Report Prepared by Community Development Director Holly Owen (Action only by the City Council)
Sponsor: Community Development Director Holly Owen
Possible Action(s):
a. Open Public Hearing
b. Presentation by Community Development Director Holly Owen c. Council Discussion
d. Open Public Comment
e. Close Public Comment
f. Continued Council Discussion
g. Close Public Hearing
h. Adopt Resolution 2024-032 approving the CEQA determination, an Addendum to the City of Kingsburg General Plan EIR for the 2023-2031 Housing Element Update; and approving of the General Plan Amendment 2024-01, amending the City’s General Plan by inclusion of the 2023-2031 Housing Element, as required by State law.

6.2 PUBLIC HEARING - Fiscal Year 2024/2025 Budget Review-Consider 2024/2025 Fiscal Year Recommended ExecutiveBudget
Sponsor: City Manager’s Office
Possible Action(s):
a. Open Public Hearing
b. Presentation by City Manager Alexander Henderson
c. Council Discussion
d. OpenPublicComment
e. ClosePublicComment
f. Continued Council Discussion
g. Close Public Hearing
h. Adopt Resolution No. 2024-033- approving theCity of Kingsburg 2024/2025 Fiscal Year Budget; including the Kingsburg Public Finance Authority and Successor Agency of the Kingsburg Redevelopment Agency budgets.

6.3 PUBLIC HEARING-Landscaping and Lighting Assessment District No. 93- 01- Consider Approval of Engineer's Report and Levy and Collection of Assessments within such District for Fiscal Year 2024/2025- Staff Report Prepared by Finance Director Alma Colado
(Action only by the City Council)
Sponsor: Finance Department
Possible Action(s):
a. Open Public Hearing
Kingsburg City Council, City of Kingsburg Public Financing Authority and Board of Directors of the Successor Agency of the Kingsburg Redevelopment Agency Joint Meeting Agenda June 19, 2024
b. Presentation by Finance Director Alma Colado
c. Council Discussion
d. OpenPublicComment
e. Close PublicComment
f. Continued Council Discussion
g. Close Public Hearing
h. Adopt Resolution No. 2024-034- Approving the Engineer's Report for Assessment District No. 93-01 and the Levy and Collection of Assessments within such District for Fiscal Year 2024/2025 and Confirming Diagrams and Assessments Pursuant to the Provisions of Part 2 of Division 15 of the California Streets and Highways Code and as Provided by Article XIII D of the CaliforniaConstitution.

6.4 Community Facilities District 2017-01 FY 2024-2025 Levy- Staff Report prepared by City Manager Alexander Henderson
(Action only by the City Council)
Sponsor: City Manager’s Office
Possible Action(s):
a. Presentation by CFD Consultants DTA
b. Public Comment
c. Council Discussion
d. Adopt Resolution No. 2024-035– Resolution of the City Council of the City of Kingsburg, Acting in its Capacity as the Legislative Body of Community Facilities District No. 2017-1 (Public Services District) Authorizing the Levy of a Special Tax for Fiscal Year 2024-2025.

6.5 Gann Limit Adoption for 2024-2025 Fiscal Year Budget Figures-Staff Report Prepared by Finance Director Alma Colado
(Action only by the City Council)
Sponsor: Finance Department
Possible Action(s):
a. Presentation by Finance Director Alma Colado
b. Public Comment
c. Council Discussion
d. Adopt Resolution No. 2024-036 for the adoption of the 2024-2025 Gann Limit

6.6 Award the Laurel Street Dog Park Improvements Project Base Bid and Additive Alternate 1 to Don Berry Construction, in the amount of $989,270.00 and authorizes the City Manager to include additional additive alternates to the contract as funding is secured for the various items of work.- Staff Report prepared by City Engineer David Peters
Sponsor: City Engineer’s Department
Possible Action(s):
a. Presentation by City Engineer Dave Peters
b. Public Comment
c. Council Discussion
d. Action As Deemed Necessary

7. Council Reports and Staff Communications

7.1 Community Services Commission
Kingsburg City Council, City of Kingsburg Public Financing Authority and Board of Directors of the Successor Agency of the Kingsburg Redevelopment Agency Joint Meeting Agenda June 19, 2024

7.2 Public Safety Committee

7.3 Chamber of Commerce

7.4 Economic Development

7.5 Finance Committee

7.6 Planning Commission

7.7 South Kings Groundwater Sustainability Agency Joint Powers Authority (SKGSA)

7.8 Downtown Business Improvement District

7.9 Council of Governments

7.10 Council Member Reports

7.11 City Manager’s Report
- Reminder of the Cancelation of the 7/3/2024 City Council Meeting

8. Future Agenda Items: None.

These items will be added to a future agenda with a motion from Council and majority voice vote.

9. Adjourn Regular Kingsburg City Council Meeting.

Any writings or documents provided to a majority of the Governing Body regarding any item on this agenda will be made available for public inspection at City Hall, in the City Clerk’s office, during normal business hours. In addition, such writings and documents may be posted on the City’s website at www.cityofkingsburg-ca.gov.

In compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act, if you need special assistance to participate in this meeting, please contact the office of the City Clerk (559) 897-6520. Notification 48 hours prior to a meeting will enable the City to make reasonable arrangements to ensure accessibility to that meeting [28 CFR 35 .102.35.104 ADA Title II].

Title VI of the Civil Rights Act of 1964 provides that no person in the United States shall, on the grounds of race, color, or national origin, be excluded from participation in, be denied the benefits of, or be subjected to discrimination under any program or activity receiving federal financial assistance.

I hereby certify, under penalty of perjury under the laws of the State of California that the foregoing Agenda was posted at the front entrance of City Hall not less than 72 hours prior to the meeting. Dated this 14th day of June 2024.
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Abigail Palsgaard, City Clerk

KINGSBURG CITY COUNCIL

REGULAR MEETING MINUTES
June 4, 2024
1401 Draper Street, Kingsburg, CA 93631
Invocation was given by Pastor Dean Youngblood, Potters Church, followed by the Pledge of Allegiance led by Mayor Brandon Pursell, Jr.

Call to Order and Roll Call: Mayor Pursell, Jr. called the regular meeting of the Kingsburg City Council to order at 6:02 PM.

Council Members Present: David Silva, Vince Palomar, Staci Smith and Mayor Brandon Pursell Jr.

Council Member Absent: None.

Approve Agenda: A motion was made by Council Member Palomar seconded by Council Member Smith, to approve the agenda, as published. The motion carried by a unanimous voice vote.

Presentations: None.

Public Comments: None.

Consent Calendar: A motion was made by Council Member Silva, seconded by Council Member Palomar, to approve the items appearing on the Consent Calendar. The motion carried by a unanimous voice vote.

5.1 Approval of City Council Minutes: Approve the minutes from the May 15, 2024, Regular Council Meeting as prepared by City Clerk Abigail Palsgaard.

Sponsor: City Clerk’s Office

5.2 Check Register: Ratify/approve payment of bills listed on the check register for the period May 7, 2024, through May 27, 2024, as prepared by Accounts Payable Clerk Marsha Alves.

Sponsor: Finance Department

5.3 Adopt Resolution No. 2024-027 - Resolution Of The City Council Of The City Of Kingsburg Calling And Giving Notice Of The Holding Of A General Municipal Election To Be Held In Said City On Tuesday November 5, 2024, For The Election Of Certain Officers Of Said City And Requesting The Board Of Supervisors Of The County Of Fresno To Consolidate And Canvass The General Municipal Election To Be Held On November 5, 2024 With The Statewide General Election To Be Held On That Date Pursuant To California Elections Code Section 10400 Et Seq.; To Permit The County Clerk/Registrar Of Voters Of The County Of Fresno To Render Specified Services To The City Of Kingsburg Relating To The Conduct Of Said General Municipal Election Pursuant To California Elections Code Section 10002; And Authorizing Reimbursement Funds To Pay For Said Services- Staff Report prepared by City Clerk Abigail Palsgaard
Sponsor: City Clerk’s Office
Kingsburg City Council Minutes
June 4, 2024

5.4 Workplace Violence Prevention Plan- Staff Report prepared by Assistant City Manager Christina Windover
Sponsor: Assistant City Manager Christina Windover

5.5 Award the Mariposa Street Reconstruction Project to RJ Berry Jr, Inc. in the amount of $347,009.00- Staff Report prepared by City Engineer David Peters Sponsor: Engineering Department

5.6 Award the Frontage Road Drainage Repair Project to Tosted Asphalt, Inc. in the amount of $33,244.92- Staff Report prepared by City Engineer David Peters Sponsor: Engineering Department
Regular Calendar
PUBLIC HEARING — Awarding of Competitive Housing Unit Allocations for Residential Development for 2024 - Staff Report prepared by Community Development Director Holly Owen Sponsor: Community Development Department
Mayor Pursell Jr. opened the Public Hearing at 6:05 PM.

Community Development Director Holly Owen presented an application for affordable housing allocations for senior housing for 25 units that will be 99 apartments. A 2004 charter amendment passed by voters to control growth known as the Growth Management Ordinance is what regulates this process.

The Growth Management Ordinance provides for 115 available units per year, 80 single families and 35 multifamily units. This project has not gone through site plan review. The location would be 10th Avenue and Ventura, north of the existing Ace Hardware.

It would be a high density project, may have a community garden and/or a dog park. These details are being worked out.

City Council Discussion
Council Member North wanted to know if the fire department is ok with 3 stories. Ms. Owens said this will be discussed in the site plan review. Council Member Smith wanted to confirm that the units will be air conditioned. Building Official O’Connell said they are not required by law, but in our area it would be a hard sell without one. Council Member Smith asked if they are building it all in one phase? Ms.

Owens said they are proposing 3 stages. They have other projects in the valley and they plan on having onsite management. Council Member Silva asked if there are any foreseen negative impact for infrastructure, public safety, utilities? Ms. Owens said this will be discussed at site plan review. Council Member Palomar asked if the senior living in Kingsburg is 55 and over? Ms. Owen said 62 and older.

Mayor Pursell, Jr. clarified that it is 25 applications for 99 apartments. What happens if their site plan comes in a way that we do not approve of? Ms. Owen said the allocations expire after a year.

Allocations get them to the starting line; it does not give them the right to build the project. Mayor Pursell, Jr. said he would like to see the project again once the details are worked out.

City Attorney Noland said it is coming as a PUD, so it would go to the planning commission. The allocations come by the analysis from staff and the process they go through. The only issue the council would have is that you would have to rely on staff during the process. If you have comments, you can let staff know tonight. If they follow the laws and codes, they would have to proceed with the project.

Kingsburg City Council Minutes
June 4, 2024
Ms. Owen said we have done several senior housing projects over the past years and they have been successful. The location is conducive to walkability. Council Member North asked if that leaves with only 10 allocations left? Ms. Owen said yes, there are 10 units left for 2024. Tonight closes the 2024 allocations, in the fall the 2025 reopens. Council Member North wants to make sure we have the need for more senior housing. Council Member Palomar confirmed that there is a waiting list at least one of the senior housing.

Mayor Pursell Jr. opened the Public Comment at 6:27 PM.

None.

Mayor Pursell Jr. closed the Public Comment at 6:27 PM.

Continued City Council Discussion – 6:27 PM.

None.

Mayor Pursell Jr. closed the Public Hearing at 6:27 PM.

A motion was made by Council Member North, seconded by Council Member Smith, to Adopt Resolution No. 2024-028. The motion carried by a unanimous voice vote.

PUBLIC HEARING— PUBLIC WORKS, FIRE DEPARTMENT AND COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT MASTER FEE SCHEDULE- Staff Report prepared by City Manager Alexander Henderson
Sponsor: City Manager’s Office
Mayor Pursell Jr. opened the Public Hearing at 6:28 PM.

City Manager Alexander Henderson said the City fees are annually reviewed to make sure costs are being fairly reimbursed the fee and not taxpayers. Reviewed the ambulance and fire department fee, the community development fee and the public works fees.

City Council Discussion 6:31 PM
Council Member Silva asked CPI based off the Long Beach- is there a Northern rate? Mr. Henderson said we have used the bay area one as it is the most reflective of our market. Council Member Smith asked about the fire med rate. Mr. Henderson said with other cities, we are raising them. Council Member Smith asked if there is a fee for extension of permits? Mr. Henderson said no, this would be a new fee.

Mayor Pursell Jr. opened the Public Comment at 6:33 PM.

None.

Mayor Pursell Jr. closed the Public Comment at 6:33PM.

Continued City Council Discussion – 6:33 PM.

None.

Mayor Pursell Jr. closed the Public Hearing at 6:33 PM.

Kingsburg City Council Minutes
June 4, 2024
A motion was made by Council Member Silva, seconded by Council Member Palomar, to Adopt Resolution No. 2024-029. The motion carried by a unanimous voice vote.

Contract for Animal Sheltering & Services with City of Selma- Staff Report prepared by Assistant City Manager Christina Windover
Sponsor: City Manager’s Office
Assistant City Manager Christina Windover said staff has been working with the City of Selma for animal control services since Second Chance has closed down. This contract would be for a year, $60,000, will provide for 2 community events a year to provide microchipping, licensing and vaccinations. We will adopt an animal control code to mirror the City of Selma’s. Staff will work on internal protocols and training for personnel. The City of Selma will provide adoption, fostering and outreach services.

Council Member Smith would like to have clarification on what our process is if an animal is found by a resident. City Manager Henderson said it depends on the situation and time of day. Residents cannot drop off animals in Selma anymore. They can contact the police non-emergency number and the resident, if they can, can drop it off at the city kennels. If it is after hours, the Police Department will take it to the city kennels and then the dog will go to Selma. Council Member North asked about training for staff, will it include the officers? Assistant City Manager Windover said yes it will be to make sure all staff know the procedures and safety training.

Council Member Palomar asked about the catch pole skills. Police Chief Dadian said as soon as Council decides to approve the contract, we will establish a protocol on how to respond to calls.

Council Member Silva asked if the $60,000 is a flat fee? Ms. Windover said that is correct. Council Member Silva asked if the $60,000 will go up in future in years. Mr. Henderson said it is a 90 day written notice to amend or terminate the contract. Council Member Silva asked if we would be in charge of transportation. Staff confirmed yes.

Council Member North wanted to know if we provide the vet care, when would you euthanize the animals if they are healthy? The Selma Police Chief said said we would not want to euthanize healthy animals. Right now, our staff has been successful when we are reuniting and rehoming animals. The only time we would if there are issues with number of animals and animals getting sick after they are in the shelter. It would be the last resort. Council Member North said she is worried about population for euthanasia if other jurisdictions are housed at Selma’s shelter. This could cause it to be over populated. The Selma Police Chief gave a history of the process. They will work hard to get the dogs out. Mayor Pursell, Jr. how many animals can be held there? The Selma Police Chief said about 45, we are looking at getting a grant to improve the facility. Mayor Pursell, Jr. said $60,000 is a lot of money, but if we had our own it would be a lot more expensive. The Selma Police Chief said their total costs are close to $500,000.

A motion was made by Council Member Palomar, seconded by Council Member Smith, to approve the Agreement for Animal Control Services between the City of Selma and the City of Kingsburg. The motion carried by a unanimous voice vote.

Ordinance Amending Various Sections of Titles 15 & 17 of the Kingsburg Municipal Code Related to Property Maintenance and Appeals Process and Procedures - Staff Report prepared by Building Official AJ O’Connell
Sponsor: Community Development Department
Kingsburg City Council Minutes
June 4, 2024
Building Official AJ O’Connell presented that having a clear, fair and transparent appeals process and procedure for Code Enforcement notice and citations to promote voluntary compliance.

Council Member Palomar asked why there hasn’t been code volitation appeals brought to council since he has been on Council. Building Official O’Connell explained the city had been able to resolve issues. Mayor Pursell Jr. further inquired why we would need this if issues don’t typically come to council.

O’Connell explained the process streamlines our code, it is consistent with other jurisdictions, and allows a transparency with the appeals process. It would create an unbiased process with no conflict.

Mayor Pursell, Jr. is not comfortable with having an outside person deciding on issues that could be specific to Kingsburg.

A motion was made by Council Member Palomar, seconded by Council Member North, to waive the first reading and Introduce Ordinance 2024-02 Amending Chapters 15 and 17 of the Kingsburg Municipal Code Related to Property Maintenance Standards and the Administrative Hearing Procedures and Appeals Process and pass the Ordinance to a second reading and adoption at the City Council meeting on June 19, 2024, with the following recital constituting reading the title of the Ordinance:
“AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY OF KINGSBURG AMENDING CHAPTERS 15 AND 17 OF THE

KINGSBURG MUNICIPAL CODE RELATED TO PROPERTY MAINTENANCE STANDARDS AND THE ADMINISTRATIVE HEARING PROCEDURES AND APPEALS PROCESS.” The motion passed with a voice vote with 4 yeses and Mayor Pursell, Jr. voting no. 2024-2025 City Manager’s Recommended Budget Introduction- Staff Report prepared by City Manager Alexander Henderson
Sponsor: City Manager’s Office
City Manager Alexander Henderson detailed the proposed FY20204-2025 Operating & Capital budget to council. Mayor Pursell, Jr. asked how much ARPA funds the City has? Mr. Henderson said $1.3 million. Council Member Palomar asked about the $150,000 Sunmaid annexation property payment. Mr.

Henderson said with the annexation of county property, there are 10 year transition agreements due to the revenue that they are losing. Ag land is a small amount for the transition agreements. The Sunmaid annexation was different due to the high property values.

Council Reports and Staff Communications
Community Services Commission- No report.

Public Safety Committee- No report.

Chamber of Commerce - No report.

Economic Development - They meet tomorrow at 1.

Finance Committee- No report.

Planning Commission- No report.

Kingsburg City Council Minutes
June 4, 2024
South Kings Groundwater Sustainability Agency Joint Powers Authority (SKGSA)- No report.

Downtown Business Improvement District- - No report.

Council of Governments- They discussed the Measure C fund, it is important for Kingsburg.

Council Member ReportsCouncil Member North shared about her progress regarding a proposed inclusive playground. On 7/17/2024 at Roosevelt School we are going to discuss the needs for the students. They are working on a location it could be in phase 5 in Kings Estates. Looking for input from the community on this park.

Council Member Smith said the construction company doing the on Draper is doing a great job, cleaning up after themselves. The Swedish festival was very good this year. Council Member Smith thanked Council for coming out, helping, dressing in their Swedish costume. She also thanked staff. Council Member Silva discussed the Kingsburg Healthcare District, reviewed the grants. A portion of the Senior Center proposal was funded. They tentatively agreed to a 3 year agreement with the fire department. He wanted to thank staff and Selma for working on the contract for animal control. Council Member Palomar wanted to congratulate KHS valley section champions, went to the cemetery for Memorial Day, it was a nice service. SKF- meeting last week, had a prop 218 procedure. Voted to increase the sewer charges. Mayor Pursell, Jr. met with Congressman Costa and the City Manager, federal earmark for $600,000 for the PDs body and vehicle cameras.

City Manager’s Report – Mr. Henderson reported on cooling center at the senior center. Days that are over 104 there is free public swimming. The Fire Department will be at the promotion and the High School graduation to help with the heat.

Future Agenda Items: None.

Mayor Pursell Jr. adjourned the Regular Kingsburg City Council Meeting at 7:50 PM.

Submitted by:
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Abigail Palsgaard, City Clerk
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Galvez 5/24/24 Google TV 72.99
Hrnandz 5/24/24 Port of Subs 5/16 annual Training @ stn 2 52.00 Hrnandz 5/24/24 Costco coffee/dept 77.94
Hrnandz 5/24/24 Tom's Donuts-Volunteers Swedish Fest 36.75 Hrnandz 5/24/24 Kingsburg Drive In 5/18 lunch for Volunteers swedish fest 202.03 Hrnandz 5/24/24 Walgreens-dept pics Owens& Fengthong 6.52 Hrnandz 5/24/24 Little Ceasars- lunch annual Training@ stn2 110.47 Hrnandz 5/24/24 Wolrd Point- CPR/ACLS,BLS renewal staff 342.24 Hrnandz 5/24/24 Bookeo-CPR monthly subscription 39.95
Osborn 5/24/24 Home Depot - saw chain- Training 91.02
Osborn 5/24/24 Camping World - wheel clocks -Prevention Trailor 53.39 Owen 5/24/24 Costco-Holly Desk 325.04
Owen 5/24/24 Amazon- Swedish Fish for Swedish Festival 53.98 Owen 5/24/24 Herman Miller ( Holly Monitor Arm) 164.77
Owens5/24/24 Grocery Outlet- Water/Gatorade 39.41
Owens5/24/24 Grocery Outlet- Water/Gatorade 314.73
Ploszaj 5/24/24 Wall Hook 35.00
Ploszaj 5/24/24 Print Theory - Explorer Umiform Embroidery 117.70 Ploszaj 5/24/24 Home depot- Magic Chef mini fridge 324.75 Ploszaj 5/24/24 Grey Wooden Storage Cabinet 156.79
Ploszaj 5/24/24 sales tax 30.58
Ploszaj 5/24/24 Magic Chef Mini fridge 149.00
Plsgrd 5/24/24 Postage-City of Kingsburg & Bulijian Bros. Reimbursed 5/22/24 15.69 Stephns 5/24/24 Hotel- CPCA Training Symposium 591.66
Stephns 5/24/24 Lead Devil- Class A Belts 946.93
Wndover 5/24/24 Ins Meeting Snacks 25.98
Wndover 5/24/24 Fugazzi Gift Card-M. Alves Service Award 50.00 Wndover 5/24/24 Fugazzi Gift Card-M. Ploszaj Service Award 100.00 Wndover 5/24/24 Fugazzi Gift Card-M. Alves Service Award 50.00 Total for this ACH Check for Vendor 4789: 6,085.99
85721 3006 AIRGAS NCN 06/07/2024
5508597510 Oxygen 5/31/24 1,016.01
9150193069 Oxygen 5/22/24 212.96
9150332679 Oxygen 5/28/2024 119.27
Total for Check Number 85721: 1,348.24
85722 4730 ALL HAZARD EHS, INC 06/07/2024
AP Checks by Date - Detail by Check Date (6/11/2024 1:31 PM) Page 2 Check No Vendor No Vendor Name Check Date Check Amount
Invoice No Description Reference
2481 Asbestos/Lead testing 850.00
Total for Check Number 85722: 850.00
85723 4545 AMAZON.COM SALES, INC. 06/07/2024
1HD7-JD1H-PFXN sales tax 15.20
1HD7-JD1H-PFXN 4lb Kraft brown paper lunch bags (500) 27.99 1HD7-JD1H-PFXN Scotch Envelope/package sealing tape strips 40.53 1HD7-JD1H-PFXN wifi freezer thermometer alarm 48.99
1HD7-JD1H-PFXN Fingerprint Thumbprint Ink pad mini black stamp pad 28.99 1HD7-JD1H-PFXN Fit meal Prep 125 pack large lunch bags 22.85 Total for Check Number 85723: 184.55
85724 3891 AMERICAN BUSINESS MACHINES 06/07/2024
743739 Senior Center Printer Ink 15.00
Total for Check Number 85724: 15.00
85725 3029 AT&T CALNET 3 06/07/2024
21791160 Fresno County Line 524.72
218025569 Monthly Phone Svc Charge 5/2/24-6/1/24 559-897-6558 36.51 21802558 Monthly Phone Svc Charge 5/2/24-6/1/24 559-897-8942 28.09 21802558 Monthly Phone Svc Charge 5/2/24-6/1/24 559-897-6561 37.54 21802558 Monthly Phone Svc Charge 5/2/24-6/1/24 559-897-2265 39.99 Total for Check Number 85725: 666.85
85726 4875 BOUND TREE MEDICAL LLC 06/07/2024
85343563 Medical supplies 5/09/24 165.59
85356932 Medical supplies 5/22/24 229.21
85361254 Medical supplies 5/28/24 720.24
Total for Check Number 85726: 1,115.04
85727 3991 JOSH CAREY 06/07/2024
5282024 Port Of Subs Food for Swedish Fest 200.00
5282024 Grocery Outlet Food for Swedish Fest 47.20
5282024 Tom's Donuts Food for Swedish Fest 38.75
Total for Check Number 85727: 285.95
85728 3831 ADAM CASTANEDA 06/07/2024
June 2024 Monthly Cell Phone Allowance 75.00
Total for Check Number 85728: 75.00
85729 4491 GABRIEL CASTELLANOS 06/07/2024
06032024 Per Diem- Field Training Officer (FTO) Course 6/10-6/14/24 POST 407.00 Total for Check Number 85729: 407.00
85730 4998 CENTER POINT DISTRICT 06/07/2024
Q4 2023-2024 Center Point District Q4 April - June 2024 978.52 Total for Check Number 85730: 978.52
85731 4159 CENTRAL VALLEY FORENSIC NURSING SPECIALIST 06/07/2024 1685 Victim Exam 24-0726 1,000.00
Total for Check Number 85731: 1,000.00
AP Checks by Date - Detail by Check Date (6/11/2024 1:31 PM) Page 3 Check No Vendor No Vendor Name Check Date Check Amount
Invoice No Description Reference
85732 3918 CINTAS 06/07/2024
May 2024 Uniforms-Public Works 5/1/2024-5/31/2024 63.12 May 2024 Uniforms-Public Works 5/1/2024-5/31/2024 763.19 May 2024 Uniforms-Public Works 5/1/2024-5/31/2024 474.68 May 2024 Uniforms-Public Works 5/1/2024-5/31/2024 69.56 May 2024 Uniforms-Public Works 5/1/2024-5/31/2024 70.93 Total for Check Number 85732: 1,441.48
85733 3822 ALMA COLADO 06/07/2024
June 2024 Monthly Cell Phone June 2024 75.00
Total for Check Number 85733: 75.00
85734 4082 JENNIFER COLEGIO 06/07/2024
052122024 Per Diem-POST Interviewing and Interrogation Techniques 45.00 Total for Check Number 85734: 45.00
85735 3152 E C N POLYGRAPH & INVEST 06/07/2024
KINGPD-MAR13-20 Polygraph (Villegas) 250.00
Total for Check Number 85735: 250.00
85736 4615 EMERALD TEXTILES SERVICES 06/07/2024
EFRE-001152007 Laundry svs 5/12/24-5/18/24 287.49
EFRE-00150409 Laundry svs 5/5/24-5/11/24 278.92
EFRE-0015362 Laundry svs 5/19/24-5/25/24 261.82
Total for Check Number 85736: 828.23
85737 3179 LEE FORLINES 06/07/2024
Reimburesment Pizza purchased foe employees at Swedish Festival 125.38 Total for Check Number 85737: 125.38
85738 3188 FRESNO COUNTY SHERIFF 06/07/2024
SO21743 RMS/JMS (June) 150.10
SO21743 Dispatch Contract Services (June) 17,528.57
Total for Check Number 85738: 17,678.67
85739 4926 GALLAGHER BENEFIT SERVICES, INC. 06/07/2024
2024031222 Compensation Study 175.00
2024031222 Compensation Study 175.00
Total for Check Number 85739: 350.00
85740 UB*00072 OSCAR G GARZA 06/07/2024
Refund Check 008084-000, 810 RAYSER 6.80
Total for Check Number 85740: 6.80
85741 3206 GLACIER REFRIGERATION AND AIR 06/07/2024
54578 Ice Machine Pool Repairs 7-13-2023 974.68
Total for Check Number 85741: 974.68
85742 3211 GRAINGER 06/07/2024
9126939124 Bushings Bottles 194.98
913321056 Motors Fan 161.49
AP Checks by Date - Detail by Check Date (6/11/2024 1:31 PM) Page 4 Check No Vendor No Vendor Name Check Date Check Amount
Invoice No Description Reference
Total for Check Number 85742: 356.47
85743 4472 MIGUEL GUZMAN 06/07/2024
6112024 Per Diem- POST Interviewing and Interrogation techniques 45.00 6112024 Per Diem- POST Driver Training/Awareness 17.00
Total for Check Number 85743: 62.00
85744 3222 HENRY SCHEIN, INC. 06/07/2024
88070542 Medical Supplies 5/22/24 192.12
89646681 Medical Supplies 5/28/24 274.13
Total for Check Number 85744: 466.25
85745 3999 IRON MOUNTAIN 06/07/2024
JLYJ127 Shred Services 4/25-5/28 191.75
Total for Check Number 85745: 191.75
85746 3329 JOLENE POLYACK MARKETING 06/07/2024
3265 Food Trail Gift Baskets 217.95
3265 Econ Dev June 2024 3,300.00
Total for Check Number 85746: 3,517.95
85747 3249 KAISER FOUNDATION HEALTH PLAN INC06/07/2024
July 2024 Med Ins Premium July 2024 4,882.10
Total for Check Number 85747: 4,882.10
85748 3253 KINGSBURG CHAMBER OF COMMERCE06/07/2024
June 2024 Monthly Budget Allowance June 2024 2,500.00
Total for Check Number 85748: 2,500.00
85749 3625 KINGSBURG MEDIA FOUNDATION 06/07/2024
CWM11716 AWSG: AWS GovCloud Back up Dec-April 650.77
CWM117191 fixing PD cameras that blacked out 191.79
Total for Check Number 85749: 842.56
85750 3510 KINGSBURG TOWING 06/07/2024
006044 Police Unit K142 Towed from Reedley 244.00
0060451 Police Unit Front End Damage 275.00
Total for Check Number 85750: 519.00
85751 3267 KULOW BROS. 06/07/2024
8833 Name Plate-Christina Windover 22.50
Total for Check Number 85751: 22.50
85752 4977 LEHR 06/07/2024
SI104201 Sales Tax 726.14
SI104201 Panasonic Spare replacement keyboard 1,028.70
SI104201 Panasonic 5 yr protection 1,170.26
SI104201 Tablet x2 5,392.14
SI104201 Panasonic 10,1" screen Protector 129.96
SI104201 Havis Docking station Panasonic 1,539.90
Total for Check Number 85752: 9,987.10
AP Checks by Date - Detail by Check Date (6/11/2024 1:31 PM) Page 5 Check No Vendor No Vendor Name Check Date Check Amount
Invoice No Description Reference
85753 3276 LIFE ASSIST INC 06/07/2024
1438339 medical supplies 5/22/2024 724.60
Total for Check Number 85753: 724.60
85754 3277 LINCOLN AQUATICS 06/07/2024
Q2027053 Pool Acid 5/6/24 1,488.04
Q2027058 Sodium Hypochlorite Well #10 5/28/24 485.37
Q2027059 Sodium Hypochlorite Well #13 5/28/24 909.29
Q2027060 Sodium Hypochlorite Well #16 5/28/24 591.35
Total for Check Number 85754: 3,474.05
85755 3997 MID VALLEY DISPOSAL RECYCLING & TRANSFER STATION 06/07/2024 74273400 Tire Amnesty- Spring 2024 931.46
Total for Check Number 85755: 931.46
85756 4230 MUNICIPAL EMERGENCY SERVICES INC. 06/07/2024 2056586 Wildland fire gloves S/Reg + Med/Reg 407.92
IN2055912 5/20/24 Inv 2055912 PPE Coat/Jacet - Capt Owens plus 2 smaller 17,000.00 IN2055912 5/20/24 Inv 2055912 PPE Coat/Jacet ea. F Yang and A Fengthong 6,686.96 Total for Check Number 85756: 24,094.88
85757 3307 NELSON'S ACE HARDWARE-SELMA 06/07/2024
149496 Tote Utility Blk/Ylw 27G 12.14
149808 Dur Batt Lthm 2450 1pk x2 16.54
May 2024 Hardware supplies May 2024 341.22
May 2024 Hardware supplies May 2024 91.32
May 2024 Hardware supplies May 2024 108.40
May 2024 Hardware supplies May 2024 52.29
May 2024 Hardware supplies May 2024 39.96
May 2024 Hardware supplies May 2024 246.52
May 2024 Hardware supplies May 2024 27.56
Total for Check Number 85757: 935.95
85758 4876 OAT & OAK LLC 06/07/2024
072243 BID social media manager May 2024 999.00
072245 BID social media manager April 2024 2,500.00
Total for Check Number 85758: 3,499.00
85759 3611 HOLLY OWEN 06/07/2024
June 2024 Monthly Cell Phone Allowance 75.00
Total for Check Number 85759: 75.00
85760 3315 P G & E 06/07/2024
05/15/2024 #2 Electricity 4/17/24-5/15/24 #7502184272-1 5,978.08 05/15/2024 #2 Electricity 4/17/24-5/15/24 #7502184272-1 5,978.08 05/29/2024 Electricity 4/29/2024-05/28/2024 #9285082237-7 114.80 5/30/24 Electricity 4/30/24-5/29/24 #7371161282-7 620.03 5/30/24 Electricity 4/30/24-5/29/24 #7371161282-7 620.04 Total for Check Number 85760: 13,311.03
85761 4885 PACIFIC SHREDDING 06/07/2024
5212341 City Hall Paper Shredding Services May 2024 25.20 5212341 City Hall Paper Shredding Services May 2024 25.20 AP Checks by Date - Detail by Check Date (6/11/2024 1:31 PM) Page 6 Check No Vendor No Vendor Name Check Date Check Amount
Invoice No Description Reference
Total for Check Number 85761: 50.40
85762 3450 ABIGAIL PALSGAARD 06/07/2024
June 2024 Monthly Cell Phone allowance 75.00
Total for Check Number 85762: 75.00
85763 3320 PEPSI COLA 06/07/2024
617455/6 Pepsi concession stand order #81317204 1,369.27 Total for Check Number 85763: 1,369.27
85764 4669 PITNEY BOWES BANK INC 06/07/2024
3106655117 Lease- March-June 222.40
Total for Check Number 85764: 222.40
85765 3938 PROFESSIONAL ACCOUNT MANAGEMENT, LLC 06/07/2024 1013970 SVS proided for March (Duncan Solutution) 14.33 Total for Check Number 85765: 14.33
85766 3334 PROFESSIONAL PRINT & MAIL, INC 06/07/2024
121187 Statements-Delinquent Invoices May 2024 104.95
121187 Statements-Delinquent Invoices May 2024 104.96
Total for Check Number 85766: 209.91
85767 3335 PROFORCE LAW ENFORCEMENT 06/07/2024
549919 Ballistic Vest - Carey (split fund) 399.74
549919 Ballistic Vest Carey 454.73
Total for Check Number 85767: 854.47
85768 3654 R. J. BERRY, JR.,INC 06/07/2024
Pymt #2 Retention- SR#201 RRFB Improvements 04/04/2024-05/01/2024 -622.20 Pymt #2 SR #201 RRFB Improvements 04/04/2024-05/01/2024 12,444.10 Pymt #4 18th Ave: Sierra to Klepper 10/23/23-12/29/24 Retention 7,613.51 Pymt #4 18th Ave: Sierra to Stroud 10/23/23-12/29/24 Retention 14,258.10 Pymt #4 12th Ave: Stroud to Aslan 10/23/23-12/29/24 Retention 1,715.00 Total for Check Number 85768: 35,408.51
85769 3543 SIERRA PACKAGING SOLUTIONS 06/07/2024
87576 Cleaning Supplies(black can liners) 39.98
Total for Check Number 85769: 39.98
85770 3369 SILVAS OIL COMPANY, INC. 06/07/2024
192010CT PW & CH Gas Card Chrgs 5/16-5/31/24 88.89
192010CT PW & CH Gas Card Chrgs 5/16-5/31/24 52.24
192010CT PW & CH Gas Card Chrgs 5/16-5/31/24 52.24
192010CT PW & CH Gas Card Chrgs 5/16-5/31/24 647.64
192010CT PW & CH Gas Card Chrgs 5/16-5/31/24 156.07
192010CT PW & CH Gas Card Chrgs 5/16-5/31/24 168.30
192010CT PW & CH Gas Card Chrgs 5/16-5/31/24 310.12
192010CT PW & CH Gas Card Chrgs 5/16-5/31/24 15.68
192011CT SRO H Fuels 81.95
192011CT GF Fuels 2,145.50
192011CT Act Fuels 410.53
192011CT SRO E Fuels 183.55
AP Checks by Date - Detail by Check Date (6/11/2024 1:31 PM) Page 7 Check No Vendor No Vendor Name Check Date Check Amount
Invoice No Description Reference
192011CT Measure E Fuels 1,789.51
192012CT Fuel Fire 935.93
192012CT Fuel Measure E 935.93
192012CT Fuel Ambulance 935.93
Total for Check Number 85770: 8,910.01
85771 4142 SPARKLETTS 06/07/2024
19724793-052624 water delivery stn 1/previos partial pymt owed 261.89 Total for Check Number 85771: 261.89
85772 3378 STAPLES ADVANTAGE 06/07/2024
6003499378 Office Supplies Stn 1 20.45
6003499380 Office Supplies 406.68
6003499381 Office Supplies Stn 1 117.16
6003499382 Office Supplies Stn 1 76.49
6003499384 Office Supplies Stn 1 64.62
6003499386 Office Supplies Stn 1 275.96
7000837218 Office Supplies 379.66
7000837218 Office Supplies 44.63
Total for Check Number 85772: 1,385.65
85773 4028 SUPERIOR POOL CARE 06/07/2024
May 2024 Owner-Eddie C. Reed Invoice 4953 Date 5/26 2,600.00 Total for Check Number 85773: 2,600.00
85774 4827 SWEEPING CORP OF AMERICA LLC 06/07/2024
2024-005035 Subdivision Kamm & S Academy May 2024 325.00 2024-005035 Kings Crossing May 2024 250.00
2024-005035 Air Sweep for the month of May 2024 14,950.00 2024-005035 Subdivision 16th & Kern May 2024 650.00
2024-005035 Streets, Medians, and Sub-divisions May 2024 3,000.00 Total for Check Number 85774: 19,175.00
85775 4974 THE ADVANCE GROUP INC 06/07/2024
82900 Tab Manilla Folders 1,000 1,051.21
Total for Check Number 85775: 1,051.21
85776 3396 THE BUSINESS JOURNAL 06/07/2024
2024-3478 PH Housing Allocations 357.50
2024-3529 PH Master Fee Update 471.25
Total for Check Number 85776: 828.75
85777 4788 TOWNSEND PUBLIC AFFAIRS INC. 06/07/2024
21680 Consulting services for the month of June 2024 6,500.00 Total for Check Number 85777: 6,500.00
85778 3416 VERIZONWIRELESS 06/07/2024
9964233794 Cellular Svc. 4/16/24-5/15/2024 95.30
9964233794 Cellular Svc. 4/16/24-5/15/2024 20.42
9964233794 Cellular Svc. 4/16/24-5/15/2024 26.17
9964233794 Cellular Svc. 4/16/24-5/15/2024 52.13
9964233794 Cellular Svc. 4/16/24-5/15/2024 20.78
9964233794 Cellular Svc. 4/16/24-5/15/2024 104.62
9964233794 Cellular Svc. 4/16/24-5/15/2024 89.88
AP Checks by Date - Detail by Check Date (6/11/2024 1:31 PM) Page 8 Check No Vendor No Vendor Name Check Date Check Amount
Invoice No Description Reference
9964233794 Cellular Svc. 4/16/24-5/15/2024 79.82
9964233794 Cellular Svc. 4/16/24-5/15/2024 26.58
9964233795 Wireless Bill fire/Ambulance 3/16-4/15 1,072.18 Total for Check Number 85778: 1,587.88
85779 3419 VIKING CLEANING SERVICE 06/07/2024
June 2024 Janitorial Services June 2024 3,641.40
Total for Check Number 85779: 3,641.40
85780 4999 MIKE WADE 06/07/2024
06/04/2024 Trolley Security Deposit Returned 4/28/2024 250.00 Total for Check Number 85780: 250.00
85781 3469 WECO SUPPLY CO., INC. 06/07/2024
973431 PW Cyl Rental 5/31/24 33.48
Total for Check Number 85781: 33.48
85782 3448 CHRISTINA WINDOVER 06/07/2024
June 2024 Monthly Cell Phone Allowance 75.00
Total for Check Number 85782: 75.00
85783 3430 BETTY WONG, 06/07/2024
June 2023 Wong Bldg Leases June 2024 2,600.00
Total for Check Number 85783: 2,600.00
Total for 6/7/2024: 192,325.57
Report Total (71 checks): 329,891.94
AP Checks by Date - Detail by Check Date (6/11/2024 1:31 PM) Page 9

CITY COUNCIL MEETING STAFF REPORT
REPORT TO: Mayor Pursell, Jr. & City Council
REPORT FROM: David Peters, City Engineer REVIEWED BY: AJH AGENDA ITEM: SB 1 Resolution FY 2024/25
ACTION REQUESTED: ___Ordinance ___Resolution ____Motion ____Receive/File

EXECUTIVE SUMMARY
Each year, the City is required to update and provide a list of proposed projects to receive funding from the Road Maintenance and Rehabilitation Account (RMRA), also known as SB 1. This list must include:
• Location of the project
• Proposed schedule of completion
• Estimated useful life of the improvement
For FY24/25, the City is expected to receive $333,198.00 from the RMRA fund. Based on the recently adopted Pavement Management System adopted by the City in 2019, staff has identified one candidate project for the RMRA funding program. The candidate project was identified utilizing the pavement condition index (PCI) identified for each city roadway segment and the funding levels available in the current fiscal year. Larger PCI values represent better condition roads and lower PCI values represent poorer condition roads.

The candidate project for FY 24-25 is:

Project Description Location Avg.

PCI
Draper Street
Rehabilitation
Resurface roadway California Street to Sierra Street 64 Staff is recommending the Draper Street Rehabilitation project be selected as the SB1 project for FY24-25. This was selected as part of the cities portion in conjunction with the Transit Oriented Development grant that we received through Fresno Council of Governments.

Additionally, each year cities and counties must adopt via resolution a project list comprised of projects they anticipate funding with SB1 funds. These project lists must be submitted to the California Transportation Commission (CTC) by July 1st to be eligible for SB 1 funding for the following fiscal year.

RECOMMENDED ACTION BY CITY COUNCIL

1. Review the proposed project list and approve Resolution 2024-030 as presented.

POLICY ALTERNATIVE(S)

1. Council could choose to make amendments to the proposed list.

Meeting Date: 06/19/2024
Agenda Item: 5.3

Page 2 of 2 ends

STRATEGIC GOAL(S) MET:

1. Preserve the Kingsburg Experience

FINANCIAL INFORMATION

BACKGROUND INFORMATION
In April 2017, the California State Legislature passed Senate Bill 1 (SB 1), the Road Repair and Accountability Act of 2017. As part of the Bill, specific transparency and accountability provisions must be met in order to ensure that the public is aware of the projects that have been completed utilizing SB 1 funds. Each agency receiving funds must report the project in which the funds are used and submit the project lists by July 1st of each year.

In 2019 all of the city streets were evaluated and rated as part of a pavement management system update. The streets have been evaluated to determine their Pavement Condition Index (PCI). The PCI scale ranges from 100 (new road) to 0 (gravel road). Typically, street maintenance strategies are aligned with the following PCI scale:

PCI Range Treatment
100-85 No Treatment
85-70 Slurry Seal
70-50 Cape Seal or Thin Overlay
50-25 Thick Overlay
25-0 Reconstruction

ATTACHED INFORMATION

1. Proposed Resolution 2024-030
FISCAL IMPACT:

1. Is There A Fiscal Impact? Yes

2. Is it Currently Budgeted? No

3. If Budgeted, Which Line? N/A
RESOLUTION NO. 2024-030

A RESOLUTION TO THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF KINGSBURG ADOPTING A LIST OF PROJECTS FOR FISCAL YEAR 2024-25 FUNDED BY SB 1: THE ROAD REPAIR AND ACCOUNTABILITY ACT OF 2017
WHEREAS, Senate Bill 1 (SB 1), the Road Repair and Accountability Act of 2017 (Chapter 5, Statutes of 2017) was passed by the Legislature and Signed into law by the Governor in April 2017 to address the significant multi-modal transportation funding shortfalls statewide; and
WHEREAS, SB 1 includes accountability and transparency provisions that will ensure the residents of our City of Kingsburg are aware of the projects proposed for funding in our community and which projects have been completed each fiscal year; and WHEREAS, the City of Kingsburg must adopt by resolution a list of projects proposed to receive fiscal year funding from the Road Maintenance and Rehabilitation Account (RMRA), created by SB 1, which must include a description and the location of each proposed project, a proposed schedule for the project’s completion, and the estimated useful life of the improvement; and
WHEREAS, the City of Kingsburg, will receive an estimated $333,198.00 in RMRA funding in Fiscal Year 2024-25 from SB 1; and
WHEREAS, this is the seventh year in which the City of Kingsburg is receiving SB 1 funding and will enable the City of Kingsburg to continue essential road maintenance and rehabilitation projects, safety improvements, repairing and replacing aging bridges, and increasing access and mobility options for the traveling public that would not have otherwise been possible without SB 1; and
WHEREAS, the City of Kingsburg has undergone a robust public process to ensure public input into our community’s transportation priorities/the project list; and WHEREAS, the City of Kingsburg used a Pavement Management System to develop the SB 1 project list to ensure revenues are being used on the most high-priority and cost-effective projects that also meet the communities priorities for transportation investment; and WHEREAS, the funding from SB 1 will help the City of Kingsburg maintain and rehabilitate one (1) streets/roads throughout the City of Kingsburg this year and similar projects into the future; and
WHEREAS, the 2018 California Statewide Local Streets and Roads Needs Assessment found that the City of Kingsburg’s streets and roads are in an “at-risk” condition and this revenue will help us increase the overall quality of our road system and over the next decade will bring our streets and roads into a “good” condition; and
WHEREAS, the SB 1 project list and overall investment in our local streets and roads infrastructure with a focus on basic maintenance and safety, investing in complete streets infrastructure, and using cutting-edge technology, materials and practices, will have significant positive co-benefits statewide.

NOW, THEREFORE IT IS HEREBY RESOLVED, ORDERED AND FOUND by the City Council of the City of Kingsburg, State of California, as follows:

1. The foregoing recitals are true and correct.

2. The following list of newly proposed projects will be funded in-part or solely with Fiscal Year 2024-25 Road Maintenance and Rehabilitation Account revenues:

Project Description Location Estimated
Useful
Life
Anticipated
Year of
Construction
Draper Street
Rehabilitation
Resurface
roadway
California
Street to Sierra
Street
10-15 Yr 2024
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I, Abigail Palsgaard, City Clerk of the City of Kingsburg, do hereby certify that the foregoing resolution 2024-030 was duly passed and adopted at a regular meeting of the Kingsburg City Council held on the ___ day of ________2024, by the following vote:

Ayes: Councilmembers:

Noes: Councilmembers:

Absent: Councilmembers:

Abstain: Councilmembers:

Abigail Palsgaard, City Clerk
City of Kingsburg

CITY COUNCIL MEETING STAFF REPORT
REPORT TO:

REPORT FROM:

Mayor Pursell, Jr. & City Council
AJ O’Connell, MCP, CBO, CCEA – Building Official REVIEWED BY: AJH AGENDA ITEM: 2nd Reading - Ordinance Amending Various Sections of Titles 15 & 17 of the Kingsburg Municipal Code Related to Property Maintenance and Appeals Process and Procedures
ACTION REQUESTED: ___Ordinance ___Resolution ____Motion ____Receive/File

EXECUTIVE SUMMARY
On June 4, 2024, the Mayor and City Council waived the first reading and introduced Ordinance No. 2024-002, An Ordinance of the City of Kingsburg Amending Various Sections of Chapter 15.07 of Title 15 and Section 17.94.046 of Chapter 17.92 of Title 17 of the Kingsburg Municipal Code Related to Property Maintenance Standards and the Administrative Hearing Procedure and Appeals Process and pass to a second reading on June 19, 2024 with the following recital constituting reading the title of the Ordinance:
“AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY OF KINGSBURG AMENDING VARIOUS SECTIONS OF CHAPTER 15.O7 OF TITLE 15 AND SECTON 17.94. 046 OF CHAPTER 17.92 OF TITLE 17 OF THE KINGSBURG MUNICIPAL CODE RELATED TO

PROPERTY MAINTENANCE STANDARDS AND THE ADMINISTRATIVE HEARING PROCEDURES AND APPEALS PROCESS”
This proposed Ordinance establishes a streamlined and consolidated hearing process utilizing the services of an independent Hearing Officer rather than with the City Council. It should be noted that the City Council will continue to conduct appeal hearings for decisions by the Building Official with regards to interpretation of the Building Standards Code and Unsafe Structure abatements as required by State law.

The proposed appeals process and procedure is modeled after various other cities within the region including Fresno, Visalia, Tulare, and Reedley. Additionally, the model for using Hearing Officers as arbiters of actions and orders of City of Kingsburg officers is used by other City departments for nuisance animal control and abandoned vehicles.

Other proposed ordinance amendments to the property maintenance Code include clarifying the definition and abatement of Inoperable Vehicles, establishing standards for nuisance weeds and grasses on private property and their abatement, and adding mandated language from the California Health and Safety Code regarding Mold Remediation.

RECOMMENDED ACTION BY CITY COUNCIL

1. Staff recommends waiving the second reading and adopt Ordinance 2024-002 Amending Chapters 15 and 17 of the Kingsburg Municipal Code Related to Property Maintenance Standards and the Administrative Hearing Procedures and Appeals Process.

POLICY ALTERNATIVE(S)

1. Council could decide not to waive the second reading and adopt Ordinance 2024-002.

STRATEGIC GOAL(S) MET:

1. Community Engagement

FINANCIAL INFORMATION
Meeting Date: 06/19/2024
Agenda Item: 5.4

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There is no immediate financial impact or budget action necessary as a result of the recommended action.

ATTACHED INFORMATION

1. Ordinance 2024-002

2. Draft Hearing Process and Procedures Handout
FISCAL IMPACT:

1. Is There A Fiscal Impact? No

2. Is it Currently Budgeted? No

3. If Budgeted, Which Line? N/A

1 ORDINANCE NO. 2024-02

AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY OF KINGSBURG AMENDING VARIOUS SECTIONS OF CHAPTER 15.O7 OF TITLE 15 AND SECTON 17.94. 046 OF CHAPTER 17.92 OF TITLE 17 OF

THE KINGSBURG MUNICIPAL CODE RELATED TO PROPERTY MAINTENANCE

STANDARDS AND THE ADMINISTRATIVE HEARING PROCEDURES AND APPEALS PROCESS.

The City Council of the City of Kingsburg does hereby ordain as follows:

Section 1. The City of Kingsburg City Council previously adopted Ordinance 2022-002 adopting the 2021 International Property Maintenance Code (“IPMC”) by reference as set forth in Chapter 15.07 of Title 15 of the Kingsburg Municipal Code, as amended for regulating and governing the conditions and maintenance of all property, buildings, and structures in the City of Kingsburg. Section 17.92.046 of Chapter 17.92 of Title 17 of the Kingsburg Municipal Code identifies the procedure for the appeal of administrative citations issued under Chapter 17.92 of Title 17 of the Kingsburg Municipal Code.

Section 2. The following sections of Chapter 15.07.010 of Chapter 15.07 of Title 15 of the Kingsburg Municipal Code are hereby amended as follows:

Section 15.07.010 is amended as follows:

The following sections of the International Property Maintenance Code, 2021 Edition are hereby amended as follows:

A. Section 103.1.

Insert Code Enforcement Division
B. Section 105.3
Where it is necessary to make an inspection to enforce the provisions of this code, or whenever the code official has reasonable cause to believe that there exists in a structure or upon a premises a condition in violation of this code, the code official is authorized to enter the structure or premises at reasonable times to inspect or perform the duties imposed by this code, provided that if such structure or premises is occupied the code official shall present credentials to the occupant and request entry. If such structure or premises is unoccupied, the code official shall first make a reasonable effort to locate the owner, owner’s authorized agent or other person having charge or control of the structure or premises and request entry. If entry is refused, the code official shall have recourse to the remedies provided by law to secure entry, including the warrant provisions of Section 1822.50 et. seq. of the Code of Civil Procedure of the State of California.

C. Section 107.1 General is deleted and Section 107.1 Definitions is added as follows:

The following definitions apply in the interpretation and enforcement of this chapter:

2 “Action” means an act or decision by a Code Official or administrative agency for which a right to appeal under the provisions of this Chapter is granted in this Code. “Administrative agency” means a department of the city government other than the City Council which under the direction of the City Manager has responsibility for carrying out or enforcing the rules, regulations, and ordinances of the city, but not including boards and commissions of the city. “Affected person” means any person whose person, pecuniary or property right or interest is directly affected, or upon whom an obligation is imposed by the action or decision of the Administrative Agency. “Appellant” means any Affected Person who files an appeal. “Code” means the City of Kingsburg Municipal Code.
“Hearing Officer” means any person duly qualified and authorized by this Code to hear and review appeals under this Code.
“Respondent” means the administrative agency code official which took the action appealed from, and any other administrative agency or code official named as a respondent in an appeal.

D. Section 107.2 Limitations of authority is deleted and Section 107.2 Purpose is added as follows:
107.2 Purpose. It is the purpose and intent of the City Council to afford due process of law to any person who is directly affected by an action or decision of an administrative agency or the code official in the enforcement of this Code.

E. Section 107.3 Qualifications is deleted and Section 107.3 Scope is added as follows:
107.3 Scope. The hearing officer hears appeals from actions taken by an administrative agency and/or the code official when a right to appeal under the provisions of this Code is granted in this Code. Except where this Code prescribes another procedure, the rules and procedures pertaining to appeals are as stated herein. The rules and procedures pertaining to appeals under this Code may be supplemented or modified as stated in this Code that grants the right to appeal under these provisions. The hearing officer has no authority to hear appeals of any action taken by the City Council or any other board or commission of the City.

F. Section 107.4 Administration is deleted and Section 107.4 Hearing Officer - Selection and Qualifications is added as follows:
107.4 Hearing Officer - Selection and Qualifications.
(A) The City Manager shall establish procedures for the selection of a qualified person to serve as hearing officer for each matter appealed under this Code. Hearing officers must be selected in a manner that eliminates the potential for pecuniary or other conflict. (B) A “qualified person” includes an individual with background in the practice of law or with a background in local governance, that is particularly experienced or knowledgeable about the subject matter at issue, or that is otherwise deemed qualified by the City Manager. (C) The Hearing Officer shall not be a city employee or a member of any board or commission of the City of Kingsburg.

3 G. Section 107.5 Powers and Duties of Hearing Officer is added as follows:
107.5 Powers and Duties of Hearing Officer.
(A) As provided by Section 107.3, the hearing officer hears all appeals in accordance with the procedures contained in this Code or as supplemented or modified in this Code granting a right to appeal hereunder.
(B) The hearing officer is authorized to issue decisions and take all actions necessary and proper to carry out the functions of the hearing officer in this chapter, including:
(1) Hold conferences for settlement or simplification of the issues; (2) Administer oaths;
(3) Hear testimony;
(4) Rule upon motions, objections, and the admissibility of evidence; (5) Preserve and authenticate the record of the hearing and all exhibits and evidence introduced at the hearing;
(6) Regulate the course of the hearing in accordance with this Code or other applicable law; (7) Perform inspection of the premise or exterior property area and (a) In the case of a violation related to premises or exterior property area, the hearing officer may inspect the building and premises involved in the appeal prior to, during, or after the hearing, provided that:
(i) Notice of such inspection shall be given to the parties participating in the appeal before the inspection is made; and
(ii) The parties consent, and are given an opportunity to be present during the inspection. Upon completion of the inspection, the hearing officer shall state for the record during the hearing, or file a written statement after the hearing for inclusion in the hearing record, the material facts observed and the conclusion drawn therefrom. Each party shall have a right to rebut or explain the matters so stated by the hearing officer either for the record during the hearing or by filing a written statement after the hearing for inclusion in the hearing record.
(8) Issue a final decision which includes findings of fact and conclusions of law. (C) The hearing officer may request information, services, facilities, or any other assistance for the purpose of furthering the objectives of this Code.
(D) At the hearing, the hearing officer shall hear and consider the testimony of the appellant, respondent, and their witnesses, as well as any documentary evidence presented by these parties. (E) The hearing officer shall conduct the hearings in a manner that provides the parties with a fair hearing and all parties are afforded due process.
(F) The hearing officer shall not have the authority to waive any requirements of the Code or law.

The hearing officer is required to adhere to any citation amount set in the Code or Master Fee Schedule and may not increase or decrease the amount imposed on the parties.

H. Section 107.6 Right to Appeal; Consequence of an Untimely or Incomplete Appeal is added as follows:
107.6 Right to Appeal; Consequence of an Untimely or Incomplete Appeal. Except where this Code prescribes another procedure, the following hearing request procedures apply:

4 (1) Any Affected Person may contest an action by the code official or the Administrative Agency as provided in Section 107.3, by filing a written notice of appeal with the City Community Development Department..
(2) The notice required by Subsection (1) must be filed no later than 10 days following the date of mailing to appellant of notice of the action from which the appeal is taken. (3) The written notice of appeal must be submitted on a form provided by the Community Development Department and must contain the following information:
(a) The full name, mailing address, email address, and telephone number of each appellant who is appealing the action and their legal interest in the property; (b) The specific location of the violation and the date of the citation or action from which the appeal is taken;
(c) A description of the specific citation or action appealed; (d) Statement of the relief being sought;
(e) The grounds for appeal in sufficient detail to enable to hearing officer to understand the basis for the appeal;
(f) Whether an interpreter will be required for the hearing; (g) The estimated amount of time for presentation of the appellant’s argument; and, (h) The signature of the appellant.
(4) If the Community Development Department does not receive a timely notice of appeal, if the notice of appeal is incomplete, or if the notice of appeal does not comply with all of the requirements set forth in this subsection, the right to appeal the action is waived. In this event, the citation or action is final and binding on the Appellant. A failure to file a timely or proper notice of appeal also constitutes a failure by the Appellant to exhaust its administrative remedies. (5) If the appeal is the result of the issuance of an administrative citation, the request for appeal by the appellant shall include the amount of the administrative citation ordered. If the hearing officer issues a decision in favor of the Appellant, the appellant shall receive back the amount of the administrative citation as a refund issued by the City.

I. Section 107.7 Administrative Hearings - Notice Procedures is added as follows:
107.7 Administrative Hearings – Notice Procedures. Except where this Code prescribes another procedure, the following hearing notice procedures apply to appeals under this Code:
(1) No hearing before a hearing officer under this Code may be scheduled or held unless a timely and proper notice of appeal has been submitted to the Community Development Department as set forth in Section 107.6.
(2) The Community Development Department must schedule the hearing no sooner than 30 days and no later than 60 days after receipt of the notice of appeal unless the parties waive such time limits and agree to a specific date for the appeal hearing.
(3) The Community Development Department must provide a copy of the notice of appeal to the Respondent within five days after filing.
(4) The Community Development Department must notify the appellant, respondent, the hearing officer and City Attorney in writing of the date, time, and location of the hearing at least 15 days before the date of the hearing.
(5) Failure to receive notice of the time and place of the hearing shall not result in a dismissal of any violation at issue or invalidate any action of the hearing officer, if the notice was given in the manner stated in Subsection (4) of this Section.

5 (6) The notice of hearing may be served by any of the methods of service listed in Section 107.10. (7) Unless the notice of appeal names some other respondent, the code official or Administrative Agency that took the action or made the decision being appealed is designated the “Respondent.” J. Section 107.8 Administrative Hearings - Conduct of Hearing is added as follows:
107.8 Administrative Hearings - Conduct of Hearing.
(1) Participation. The hearing officer must be present at all times to preside over the hearing. All hearings shall be open to the public. The Respondent, or another City representative, is required to participate in the hearing. The Appellant is required to participate in the hearing. (2) Evidence, Witnesses, and Discovery. All parties have the right to present oral and written evidence. The formal rules of evidence and discovery do not apply. Irrelevant or unduly repetitious evidence may be excluded by the hearing officer. Oral evidence may be taken only under oath. The appellant and respondent may represent themselves or be represented by one person of their choice.
(3) Cross-examination. Each party shall have the right to cross-examine any other party or witness who testifies at the hearing.
(4) Interpretation and Recordation. The Appellant may bring an interpreter, who is licensed to interpret in the Fresno County Superior Court, to the hearing at Appellant’s sole expense. Either party may, at its sole cost and expense, record the hearing by stenographer, court reporter, audio recording, or video recording.
(5) Proof. The standard of proof to be used by the hearing officer in deciding the issue on appeal is proof by a preponderance of the evidence. The respondent bears the burden of proof at the hearing.

The hearing officer determines relevancy, weight, and credibility of testimony and evidence. (6) Continuances. The hearing officer, before or during a hearing, may grant a request for a continuance, in his or her discretion, for good cause; however, in no event may the hearing be continued for more than 30 calendar days without stipulation by all parties. (7) Failure of Appellant to Appear. If the Appellant fails to appear at the hearing, the hearing officer shall deny the appeal, terminate the hearing, and send a notice thereof to the Appellant at the address identified on the appeal form.

K. Section 107.9 Decision of the Hearing Officer is added as follows:
107.9 Decision of the Hearing Officer.
(1) The hearing officer must render his or her decision in accordance with the provisions of this Code.
(2) The hearing officer’s decision must be in writing and must set forth the hearing officer’s findings of fact and conclusions of law.
(3) The hearing officer must render a decision within 15 calendar days following the conclusion of the hearing. Failure of the hearing officer to render a decision within this time period does not invalidate any action of the hearing officer.
(4) The hearing officer’s decision must be served on all parties in accordance with Section 107.10.

Failure of a person to receive a properly served decision does not affect the finality or binding effect of the decision.
(5) The hearing officer’s decision is the final administrative decision of the City regarding the action that is the subject of the appeal. The hearing officer’s decision is effective on the date of the decision. The decision must contain the following statement: “The decision of the hearing officer

6 is final and binding. Judicial review of this decision is subject to the provisions and time limits set forth in California Code of Civil Procedure section 1094.6 et seq.” L. Section 107.10 Methods of Service is added as follows:
107.10 Methods of Service.
(1) Except where this Code prescribes another procedure, any notice or document required to be served under this Code must be served by personal service or first-class mail at the address as it appears on the last equalized assessment roll of the county. (2) Service is deemed effective on the date it is personally delivered or the date of mailing. (3) Failure of any person to receive a document properly served under this Code does not affect the validity of the notice or document, service, or any action or proceeding under this Code which is the subject of such notice.

M. Section 107.11 Costs is added as follows:
107.11 Costs. Nothing in this Code limits the City’s ability to seek recovery of its costs or fees incurred in connection with the hearing if it is the prevailing party in the appeal. The City shall keep an accounting of the hearing costs.

N. Section 107.12 Judicial Review is added as follows:
107.12 Judicial Review. The decision of the hearing officer is not subject to appeal to the City Council or any board or commission of the City. Once the hearing officer’s decision becomes final as provided in this Code, the Appellant must both bring judicial action to contest such decision and provide the City with a notice of the action within 90 days after the date of such decision of the hearing officer becomes final, in accordance with the Code of Civil Procedure section 1094.6.

O. Section 107.13 Limitation on Jurisdiction is added as follows:
107.13 Limitation. The hearing officer shall not consider appeals of order, decisions, and determination of the City of Kingsburg Building Official relating to the building standards of the California Building Standards Code.

P. Section 107.14 Severability is added as follows:
107.14 Severability. The provisions of this Code are severable, and, if any sentence, section or other part of this Code should be found to be invalid void or unenforceable, such invalidity shall not affect the remaining provisions, and the remaining provisions shall continue in full force and effect.

Q. Section 108 Board of Appeals is deleted.

R. Section 202 Inoperable Vehicle definition is amended as follows:

Inoperable Vehicle. A vehicle that cannot be driven upon the public streets for reason including but not limited to being unlicensed, wrecked, abandoned, in a state of disrepair, incapable of being moved under its own power, or with an expired registration for more than six months. A non-operational certificate from the California Department of Motor Vehicles does not constitute current registration.

S. Section 302.8.1 Abatement of inoperable vehicles is added as follows:

7 302.8.1 Abatement of inoperable vehicles. The abatement of inoperable vehicles on property shall follow the process referenced in Section 10.12.080, and 10.12.120 through 10.12.140 of the Kingsburg Municipal Code.

T. Section 302.4 Weeds is amended to read:
302.4 Weeds. All property shall be maintained free from weeds or plant growth in excess of 4-inches in height. Noxious weeds shall be prohibited. Weeds shall be defined as all grasses, annual plants and vegetation, other than trees or shrubs provided; however, this term shall not include cultivated flowers and gardens.

Upon failure of the owner or owner’s agent having charge of a property, to remove the weeds from the property on or before the date identified in the notice of violation, they shall be subject to abatement actions in accordance with Section 109.3 and as prescribed by the City of Kingsburg Municipal Code. Additionally, upon failure to comply with the notice of violation, a duly authorized employee of the City of Kingsburg, or contractor hired by the City of Kingsburg, shall be authorized to enter upon the property in violation and cut and destroy the weeds growing thereon, and the costs of such removal shall be paid by the owner or agent responsible for the property upon demand by the City of Kingsburg.

U. Section 302.9 Defacement of property is amended to read:
302.9 Defacement of property. Regulations regarding the defacement of property shall comply with the provisions of Section 9.08 of the Kingsburg Municipal Code.

V. Section 310 is added as follows:

Section 310 Mold Remediation
W. Section 310.1 General is added as follows:
310.1 General. Visible mold growth, as determined by a health officer or the code enforcement officer, as defined in Section 829.5 of the Penal Code, excluding the presence of mold that is minor and found on surfaces that can accumulate moisture as part of their properly functioning and intended use, is hereby declared to be a nuisance.

X. Section 602.2 Residential occupancies is amended as follows:
602.2 Residential occupancies. Interior spaces intended for human occupancy shall be provided with permanently-installed heating facilities capable of maintaining a room temperature of 68 degrees in all habitable spaces.

Y. Section 602.3 Heat Supply, Exceptions (1) and (2) are deleted.

Section 4. The following sections of Chapter 17.92.046 of Title 17 of the Kingsburg Municipal Code are amended as follows:

A. Section 17.92.046 – Appeal of administrative citation is amended as follows:

17.92.046 - Appeal of administrative citation. All appeals shall follow the process and procedure stated in Section 15.07.010, unless otherwise specified in this Code.

8 Section 5. That City of Kingsburg Ordinance 2022-002 and Supplemental ______________ 5-08 of the City of Kingsburg and all other provisions of the Kingsburg Municipal Code in conflict with the provisions of this Ordinance are hereby repealed.

Section 4. That if any section, subsection, sentence, clause or phrase of this ordinance is, for any reason, held to be unconstitutional, such decision shall not affect the validity of the remaining portions of this ordinance. The City Council of the City of Kingsburg hereby declares that it would have passed this ordinance, and each section, subsection, clause or phrase thereof, irrespective of the fact that any one or more sections, subsections, sentences, clauses and phrases be declared unconstitutional or invalid by a court of competent jurisdiction.

Section 5. That nothing in this ordinance or in the codes hereby adopted and/or amended shall be construed to affect any suit or proceeding impending in any court, or any rights acquired, or liability incurred, or any cause or causes of action acquired or existing, under any act or ordinance hereby repealed by this ordinance; nor shall any legal right or remedy of any character be lost, impaired or affected by this ordinance.

Section 6. That this ordinance and the rules, regulations, provisions, requirements, orders and matters established and adopted hereby shall take effect and be in full force and effect thirty (30) days after adoption.

Section 7. Within fifteen (15) days after adoption of this ordinance, a summary of this ordinance shall be published with the names of the City Council members voting for and against the same, once in a local newspaper of general circulation in the City of Kingsburg, County of Fresno, State of California.

Passed and adopted by a regular meeting of the City Council of the City of Kingsburg, duly called and held on the _____ day of __________, 2024, by the following vote:

Ayes: Council Member(s):

Noes: Council Member(s):

Absent: Council Member(s):

Abstain: Council Member(s):

APPROVED:

Brandon Pursell, Jr. Mayor
ATTEST:

Abigail Palsgaard, City Clerk

9 STATE OF CALIFORNIA )

COUNTY OF FRESNO )

CITY OF KINGSBURG )
I, Abigail Palsgaard, City Clerk of the City of Kingsburg do hereby certify that the foregoing Ordinance was duly introduced at a regular meeting of the City Council of the City of Kingsburg on the ____ day of _________, 2024, and it was duly passed and adopted at a regular meeting of said City Council held on the ______ day of ________, 2024.

DATED: , 2024
Abigail Palsgaard, City Clerk

HEARING OFFICER PUBLIC HEARING

PLEASE TURN OFF OR SILENCE ALL CELLULAR PHONES DURING THE HEARING -PROCEDURES FOR APPEAL HEARINGSBefore Your Hearing
The Hearing Officer has already read a summary of the City staff’s code enforcement efforts on your property and the information you provided on the Appeal Form. The Hearing Officer may contact you prior to the hearing requesting an opportunity to inspect the subject premises and/or exterior property areas of the premises. You or your representative may be present during this inspection.

There will be a brief greeting from the Hearing Officer, followed by the swearing-in of all those who will testify, including City Staff.

During Your Hearing

1. The hearing will be recorded.

2. There may be several other people in the Hearing chambers with you including the Hearing Officer, the Code Enforcement Officer, the City Attorney, if requested by the City, supporting City Staff, and witnesses.

3. The Hearing Officer will state the address of the property and will ask you to state and spell your name.

4. A brief background report on the property will be given by the Code Enforcement Officer, including a summary of the violations that are alleged to either exist now or have existed prior to your hearing. The Hearing Officer may ask questions of the Code Enforcement Officer regarding the report.

5. You will have an opportunity to respond to the information presented by the City. Out of consideration for others who may also have hearings scheduled today, please limit your opening remarks to the issues identified on your appeal form. The Hearing Officer may ask you questions about your appeal and remarks.

6. City Staff may call witnesses to offer testimony on the alleged violations. You may cross-examine witnesses provided that good cause is shown to the satisfaction of and approved by the Hearing Officer. The Hearing Officer may ask questions of witnesses.

7. After all City Staff witnesses have provided testimony, you may call witnesses. Just as afforded to City of Kingsburg
1401 Draper Street, Kingsburg, CA 93631-1908
(559) 897-5328
Holly Owen
Community Development
Director
AJ O’Connell
Building Official
Alexander J. Henderson
City Manager
you, City Staff may cross-examine witnesses provided that good cause is shown to the satisfaction of and approved by the Hearing Officer. The Hearing Officer may ask questions of witnesses.

8. After closing the hearing, the Hearing Officer will carefully consider all the evidence presented, the Hearing Officer will issue a decision on your appeal.

After Your Hearing

1. The decision of the Hearing Officer will be dated and mailed to you within approximately two weeks after the date of the hearing. A copy of the decision will also be posted on the subject property. Days or times stated in the decision will be counted from the date of the decision, not the date of the hearing.

2. If the decision of the Hearing Officer affirms any fines issued by the City or awards any costs to the City, the fines and costs shall be paid within ten (10) days after the date of the decision.

Payments can be made at the Community Development Department, 1401 Draper St, Kingsburg, CA 93631.

3. Should the Hearing Officer’s decision require you to submit plans or obtain permits, you shall do so at the Community Development Department, 1401 Draper St, Kingsburg, CA 93631 within 30 days after the date of the decision.

CITY COUNCIL MEETING STAFF REPORT
REPORT TO: Mayor Pursell, Jr. & City Council
REPORT FROM: Christina Windover, Assistant City Manager/Admin. Services Director REVIEWED BY: AJH
AGENDA ITEM: Salary Chart Update – July 1, 2024
ACTION REQUESTED: ___Ordinance ___Resolution __Motion _____Receive/File

EXECUTIVE SUMMARY
City ordinance and CalPERS require employee wages to be approved by the governing body of the agency. Staff has updated the City of Kingsburg Salary Chart to reflect Council-approved MOU salary increases.

Effective July 01, 2024:
• MOU base salary increase: Kingsburg Police Officer’s Association 2.5% • MOU base salary increase: Kingsburg Professional Firefighter’s Association 2.5% A copy of the red-lined salary charts and the clean versions if approved by Council are attached.

RECOMMENDED ACTION BY CITY COUNCIL

1. Approve the proposed Salary Charts.

POLICY ALTERNATIVE(S)

1. Council can direct staff to revise the proposed salary charts and provide alternative direction to staff.

REASON FOR RECOMMENDATION/KEY METRIC

1. The Council has oversight on all wages associated with City positions. This is part of our financial stability initiative.

FINANCIAL INFORMATION

PRIOR ACTION/REVIEW
Council approves all Salary Charts. All proposed wage increases have already been approved by Council via MOU.

BACKGROUND INFORMATION
See Executive Summary.

Meeting Date: 06/19/2024
Agenda Item: 5.5
FISCAL IMPACT:

1. Is There A Fiscal Impact? Yes

2. Is it Currently Budgeted? Yes

3. If Budgeted, Which Line? Varies

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ATTACHED INFORMATION

1. January 14, 2024 Salary Chart showing base wages prior to the proposed changes.

2. Proposed red-lined Salary Charts – effective on July 1, 2024 Salary Chart as of 01/14/2024
Annual except where noted A B C D E
Administration
City Manager 218,178
Assit City Manager /Director Admin Srvcs 135,259 142,022 149,124 156,580 164,409 Council Member-Mayor Monthly Stipend 300
Council Member Monthly Stipend 250
Community Development Director 129,029 135,481 142,255 149,368 156,836 Building Official 70,262 73,771 77,446 81,302 85,385
Bld. Ins/ Code Enforc I 46,201 48,515 50,920 53,476 56,137 Bld. Ins.Code Enforc II 55,411 58,179 61,098 64,168 67,374 Community Dev Admin Asst ll w/Plan Com 49,967 52,462 55,079 57,831 60,720 Neighborhood Improvement Officer/ Hourly 22.25
Finance Director 129,029 135,481 142,255 149,368 156,836 Accountant 62,300 65,415 68,686 72,120 75,726
PT Account Clerk 1/ Hourly 19.47 20.45 21.47 22.55 23.67 Account Clerk 1 40,500 42,526 44,659 46,897 49,226
Account Clerk II 44,402 46,610 48,939 51,404 53,975
Account Clerk II W/AP 46,594 48,923 51,389 53,959 56,636 Account Clerk III 48,818 51,252 53,838 56,515 59,343
Payroll Specialist 54,109 56,814 59,655 62,638 65,769
City Clerk 102,336 107,452 112,825 118,466 124,390
Community Services Director 106,781 112,120 117,726 123,612 129,793 Management Intern/ Hourly 16.00
Management Assistant 49,870 52,378 54,989 57,734 60,640 Fire
Fire Chief 142,376 149,495 156,970 164,819 173,059
Fire Adm Assistant 54,907 57,655 60,525 63,564 66,719
Fire Captain EMT 66,783 70,119 73,648 77,322 81,206
Fire Captain Paramedic 71,634 75,227 78,982 82,930 87,040 Fire Engineer/Paramedic 60,605 63,640 66,810 70,155 73,661 Firefighter/EMT 53,929 56,629 59,450 62,432 65,548
Firefighter/Paramedic 57,712 60,582 63,575 66,829 70,160 Firefighter/Paramedic 40 HR WW 43,237 45,400 47,670 50,047 52,546 Part-time Firefighter EMT 16.00 17.00 18.00
Non-Safety Paramedic/ Hourly 21.98
PT FF/Medic 17.00 19.00 21.98
Police
Police Chief 142,376 149,495 156,970 164,819 173,059
Police Lieutenant 106,465 111,788 117,378 123,247 129,409 Police Sergeant Classic 85,081 89,335 93,801 98,492 103,416 Police Sergeant hired+ 1/1/15 81,440 85,512 89,787 94,277 98,990 Police Officer 65,077 68,330 71,733 75,318 79,115
Police Officer hired+ 1/1/15 63,807 66,998 70,326 73,836 77,557 Police Recruit / Hourly 22.00
Police Admin Assistant 54,907 57,655 60,525 63,564 66,742 Police Service Technician 46,693 49,015 51,478 54,065 56,746 Police Records Supervisor 59,598 62,578 65,707 68,992 72,442 Community Services
Pool Manager/ Hourly 17.25
Aqua Aerobics Instructor/ Hourly 19.00
Lead Aqua Aerobics Instructor/ Hourly 20.50
Lead Guard/ Hourly 17.00
Lifeguard/ Hourly 16.00
Return Lifeguard/ Hourly 16.75
Pool Cashier/ Hourly 16.00 16.50
Nutrition Coordinator/ Hourly 17.00
Public Works
Public Works Director 129,029 135,481 142,255 149,368 156,836 Public Works Superintendent 68,487 71,912 75,507 79,283 83,247 Maintenance Worker I 42,103 44,190 46,398 48,712 51,147 Maintenance Worker III 52,130 54,746 57,498 60,357 63,381 Maintenance Worker II 44,008 46,201 48,515 50,920 53,476 Trolley Driver/ Hourly 30.50 Holiday 50.50
Water Operator I 45,914 48,213 50,617 53,158 55,789
Water Operator II 54,247 56,954 59,812 62,807 65,937
Water Operator III 65,801 69,098 72,546 76,191 80,002
Salary Chart as of 07/01/2024
Annual except where noted A B C D E
Administration
City Manager 218,178
Assit City Manager /Director Admin Srvcs 135,259 142,022 149,124 156,580 164,409 Council Member-Mayor Monthly Stipend 300
Council Member Monthly Stipend 250
Community Development Director 129,029 135,481 142,255 149,368 156,836 Building Official 70,262 73,771 77,446 81,302 85,385
Bld. Ins/ Code Enforc I 46,201 48,515 50,920 53,476 56,137 Bld. Ins.Code Enforc II 55,411 58,179 61,098 64,168 67,374 Community Dev Admin Asst ll w/Plan Com 49,967 52,462 55,079 57,831 60,720 Neighborhood Improvement Officer/ Hourly 22.25
Finance Director 129,029 135,481 142,255 149,368 156,836 Accountant 62,300 65,415 68,686 72,120 75,726
PT Account Clerk 1/ Hourly 19.47 20.45 21.47 22.55 23.67 Account Clerk 1 40,500 42,526 44,659 46,897 49,226
Account Clerk II 44,402 46,610 48,939 51,404 53,975
Account Clerk II W/AP 46,594 48,923 51,389 53,959 56,636 Account Clerk III 48,818 51,252 53,838 56,515 59,343
Payroll Specialist 54,109 56,814 59,655 62,638 65,769
City Clerk 102,336 107,452 112,825 118,466 124,390
Community Services Director 106,781 112,120 117,726 123,612 129,793 Management Intern/ Hourly 16.00
Management Assistant 49,870 52,378 54,989 57,734 60,640 Fire
Fire Chief 142,376 149,495 156,970 164,819 173,059
Fire Adm Assistant 54,907 57,655 60,525 63,564 66,719
Fire Captain EMT 68,452.69 71,871.51 75,489.05 79,255.23 83,236.16 Fire Captain Paramedic 73,424.39 77,107.84 80,956.62 85,003.62 89,215.81 Fire Engineer/Paramedic 62,119.88 65,231.38 68,480.57 71,908.73 75,502.09 Firefighter/EMT 55,277.33 58,044.65 60,935.86 63,992.30 67,186.40 Firefighter/Paramedic 59,154.86 62,096.88 65,164.73 68,500.06 71,914.06 Firefighter/Paramedic 40 HR WW 44,318.24 46,534.84 48,861.58 51,298.47 53,859.26 Part-time Firefighter EMT 16.00 17.00 18.00
Non-Safety Paramedic/ Hourly 21.98
PT FF/Medic 17.00 19.00 21.98
Police
Police Chief 142,376 149,495 156,970 164,819 173,059
Police Lieutenant 106,465 111,788 117,378 123,247 129,409 Police Sergeant Classic 87,208 91,568 96,146 100,954 106,002 Police Sergeant hired+ 1/1/15 83,476 87,219 87,326 87,438 87,556 Police Officer 66,704 70,038 73,527 77,201 81,093
Police Officer hired+ 1/1/15 65,402 68,673 72,085 75,682 79,496 Police Recruit / Hourly 22.00
Police Admin Assistant 54,907 57,655 60,525 63,564 66,742 Police Service Technician 47,861 50,241 52,765 55,417 58,164 Police Records Supervisor 61,088 64,143 67,350 70,717 74,253 Community Services
Pool Manager/ Hourly 17.25
Aqua Aerobics Instructor/ Hourly 19.00
Lead Aqua Aerobics Instructor/ Hourly 20.50
Lead Guard/ Hourly 17.00
Lifeguard/ Hourly 16.00
Return Lifeguard/ Hourly 16.75
Pool Cashier/ Hourly 16.00 16.50
Nutrition Coordinator/ Hourly 17.00
Public Works
Public Works Director 129,029 135,481 142,255 149,368 156,836 Public Works Superintendent 68,487 71,912 75,507 79,283 83,247 Maintenance Worker I 42,103 44,190 46,398 48,712 51,147 Maintenance Worker III 52,130 54,746 57,498 60,357 63,381 Maintenance Worker II 44,008 46,201 48,515 50,920 53,476 Trolley Driver/ Hourly 30.50 Holiday 50.50
Water Operator I 45,914 48,213 50,617 53,158 55,789
Water Operator II 54,247 56,954 59,812 62,807 65,937
Water Operator III 65,801 69,098 72,546 76,191 80,002

CITY COUNCIL MEETING STAFF REPORT
REPORT TO: Mayor Pursell, Jr. & City Council
REPORT FROM: Abigail Palsgaard, City Clerk, CMC REVIEWED BY: AH AGENDA ITEM: Resolution 2024-031 updating the City’s Code of Ethics filer list for the FPPC ACTION REQUESTED: ___Ordinance ___Resolution ____Motion ____Receive/File

EXECUTIVE SUMMARY
The Political Reform Act requires every local government agency to review its conflict of interest code biennially. A conflict of interest code tells public officials, governmental employees, and consultants what financial interests they must disclose on their Statement of Economic Interests (Form 700).

By July 1, 2024: The code reviewing body must notify agencies and special districts within its jurisdiction to review their conflict of interest codes.

By October 3, 2024: The biennial notice must be filed with the agency’s code reviewing body.

After reviewing the current list of employees that file Fair Political Practices Commission (FPPC) 700 form with the City Clerk, it has been determined that one job title will need to be edited: Assistant City Manager/Administrative Services Director will replace Administrative Services Director.

RECOMMENDED ACTION BY CITY COUNCIL

1. Staff recommends adopting Resolution 2024-031 editing one job description to the internal list of FPPC 700 Form filers.

POLICY ALTERNATIVE(S)
None.

STRATEGIC GOAL(S) MET:

1. Community Safety

FINANCIAL INFORMATION

ATTACHED INFORMATION

1. Resolution 2024-031
Meeting Date: 06/19/2024
Agenda Item: 5.6
FISCAL IMPACT:

1. Is There A Fiscal Impact? No

2. Is it Currently Budgeted? No

3. If Budgeted, Which Line? N/A
RESOLUTION NO. 2024-031

A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY

OF KINGSBURG AMENDING, IN ITS ENTIRITY, THE CITY OF KINGSBURG

CONFLICT OF INTEREST CODE
WHEREAS, the Political Reform Act (Government Code Section 81000, et seq) requires state and local government agencies to adopt and promulgate conflict of interest codes, and
WHEREAS, in accordance with the provisions of this Resolution, it is the intent of the City Council to amend, in its entirety, the current City of Kingsburg Conflict of Interest Code.

NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED by the City Council of the City of Kingsburg as follows:

Section 1. The City of Kingsburg Conflicts of Interest Code is amended in its entirety by the incorporation by reference into this Resolution of the terms and conditions of Section 18730 of Fair Political Practices Commission Regulations, as may be amended from time to time, along with the designation of City positions and the formulation of disclosure categories in Appendix A which is attached to this Resolution and made a part hereof.

Section 2. The incorporation by reference into this Resolution of the terms and conditions of Section 18730 of Fair Political Practices Commission Regulations constitutes the amendment, in its entirety, of the City of Kingsburg Conflict of Interest Code within the meaning of Government Code Section 87306. The provisions of Section 18730 of Fair Political Practices Commission Regulations are attached to this Resolution as Appendix B and made a part of this Resolution.

Section 3. Those holding designated City positions identified on Appendix A to this Resolution shall file their required Statements of Economic Interest with the City Clerk of the City of Kingsburg who will make the Statements of Economic Interest available for public inspection and reproduction (Government Code Section 81008).

Section 4. The Statements of Economic Interest for all designated City positions will be retained by the City of Kingsburg.
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I, Abigail Palsgaard, City Clerk if the City of Kingsburg, do hereby certify that the foregoing resolution was duly passed and adopted at a regular meeting of the Kingsburg City Council held on the 19th day of June, 2024, by the following vote:

Ayes: Councilmembers
Noes: Councilmembers

Absent: Councilmembers
Abstain: Councilmembers
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Abigail Palsgaard, City Clerk
City of Kingsburg

CITY OF KINGSBURG

CONFLICT OF INTEREST CODE

APPENDIX A
The following is a listing of those City positions who are required to submit Statements of Economic Interests pursuant to the Political Reform Act of 1974, as amended:

LIST OF DESIGNATED POSITIONS
Position Disclosure Category
Building Official 1
City Clerk 1
Assistant City Manager/Administrative
Services Director
1 Director of Community Services 1
Fire Chief 1
Community Development Director 1
Police Chief 1
Public Works Director 1
City Engineer 1
Police Lieutenant 1
Public Works Superintendent 1

THE KINGSBURG CITY COUNCIL, BOARD OF DIRECTORS OF THE CITY OF

KINGSBURG PUBLIC FINANCING AUTHORITY AND BOARD OF DIRECTORS OF THE

SUCCESSOR AGENCY OF THE KINGSBURG REDEVELOPMENT AGENCY

JOINT MEETING MINUTES
June, 21, 2023
Invocation and the Pledge of Allegiance was given by Kingsburg Boy Scout Troop 392. 6 P.M. REGULAR SESSION MEETING:

Call to Order and Roll Call for each entity. This meeting is a joint meeting of the Kingsburg City Council, the Board of Directors of the City of Kingsburg Public Financing Authority and the Board of Directors of the Successor Agency of the Kingsburg Redevelopment Agency. During the joint meeting, the members of the Kingsburg City Council will be concurrently sitting as the members of the Board of Directors of the City of Kingsburg Public Financing Authority and the Board of Directors of the Successor Agency of the Kingsburg Redevelopment Agency:

Mayor Vince Palomar called the joint meeting to order at 6:01pm.

Council Members Present: David M. Silva, Staci Smith, Laura North, Brandon Pursell, Jr., and Mayor Vince Palomar.

Council Members Absent: None.

Public Comments: None.

Approve Joint Meeting Agenda: A motion was made by Council Member Pursell, Jr., seconded by Council Member Smith, to approve the agenda, as published. The motion carried by an unanimous voice vote.

Presentations: None.

Joint Meeting Consent Calendar: A motion was made by Council Member North, seconded by Council Member Silva, to approve the items appearing on the Consent Calendar. The motion carried by an unanimous voice vote.
(To be approved only by City Council)

5.1 Approval of City Council Minutes: Approve the minutes from the June 7, 2023 Regular City Council Meeting as prepared by City Clerk Abigail Palsgaard.

Sponsor: City Clerk’s Office

5.2 Check Register: Ratify/approve payment of bills listed on the check register for the period May 30, 2023 through June 12, 2023 as prepared by Accounts Payable Clerk Marsha Alves.

Sponsor: Finance Department

5.3 Approve the City of Kingsburg Heat Illness Prevention Plan - Staff Report prepared Assistant City Manager/Administrative Services Director Christina Windover Sponsor: Administrative Services Department

5.4 Approve the Agreement with The Kingsburg Elementary Charter School District For School Resource Officer Services and authorize the City Manager to execute the Agreement. - Staff Report prepared by Police Chief Neil Dadian Sponsor: Police Department

5.5 Adopt Resolution 2023-033 authorizing the Mayor to execute the Easement Purchase Agreements and accept the Grant of Easements for the portions of real property described in Exhibit A. - Staff Report prepared by City Engineer Dave Peters
Sponsor: City Engineer’s Office

5.6 Approve the revised proposed Wage Schedules for 01/01/2023 and 07/01/2023- Staff Report prepared by Assistant City Manager/Administrative Services Director Christina Windover
Sponsor: Administrative Services
(To be approved only by Board of Directors of the Successor Agency of the Kingsburg Redevelopment Agency)
Kingsburg City Council, City of Kingsburg Public Financing Authority and Board of Directors of the Successor Agency of the Kingsburg Redevelopment Agency Joint Meeting Minutes June 21, 2023

5.7 Approval of Kingsburg Redevelopment Successor Agency Minutes - Approve the minutes from the regular meeting held on June 15, 2022 as prepared by City Clerk Abigail Palsgaard.

Sponsor: City Clerk’s Office
(To be approved only by Board of Directors of the Kingsburg Public Financing Authority)

5.8 Approval of Kingsburg Financing Authority Minutes - Approve the minutes from the regular meeting held on June 15, 2022 as prepared by City Clerk Abigail Palsgaard.

Sponsor: City Clerk’s Office
Regular Calendar
PUBLIC HEARING - Fiscal Year 2023/2024 Budget Review-Consider 2023/2024 Fiscal Year Recommended ExecutiveBudget
Sponsor: City Manager’s Office
Open Public Hearing: Mayor Palomar opened the public hearing at 6:06 p.m.

City Manager Alexander Henderson presented the City Manager’s proposed FY2023/2024 Operating and Capital Improvement Budget. This is the major policy document for the City for the coming year. It is based on the Strategic Planning principles as adopted by Council:

1. Ensure Financial Stability

2. Improve Public Safety

3. Provide Recreation Opportunities for All Ages

4. Improve Community Communication

5. Increase Retail Opportunities

6. Promote Sustainable Development
Staff is pleased to present the financials which include the Finance Authority (borrowing agency) and Redevelopment Successor Agency budgets. The FY24 All-Funds budget is $32,617,056, a .53% decrease from FY23. The budget also includes nearly $6.3M for fifty-three (53) capital improvement projects.

An adopted Budget marks an end of the annual process of evaluating the City’s fiscal health, community priorities, infrastructure needs, and daily operations. The City remains fiscally sound thanks to prudent and conservative planning by the City Council. As such, the FY24 budget is structurally balanced, as there are no expected uses of reserve funds to cover projected deficits. The budget maintains city staffing levels, includes funding for our successful public/private partnership programs, and continues to address infrastructure needs and quality of life improvements for all residents.

Council Discussion: 6:08pm.

Council Member Silva said the City is on the right path. Mayor Palomar thanked staff.

OpenPublicComment: 6:10pm.

ClosePublicComment: 6:10pm.

Continued Council Discussion: 6:10pm.

Close Public Hearing: 6:10pm.

A motion was made by Council Member Pursell Jr., seconded by Council Member Smith, to adopt Resolution Adopt Resolution No. 2023-029- approving theCity of Kingsburg 2023/2024 Fiscal Year Budget; including the Kingsburg Public Finance Authority and Successor Agency of the Kingsburg Redevelopment Agency budgets. The motion carried by unanimous voice vote.

PUBLIC HEARING-Landscaping and Lighting Assessment District No. 93-01- Consider Approval of Engineer's Report and Levy and Collection of Assessments within such District for Fiscal Year 2023/2024- Staff Report Prepared by Finance Director Alma Colado (Action only by the City Council)
Sponsor: Finance Department
Open Public Hearing: Mayor Palomar opened the public hearing at 6:11pm.

Kingsburg City Council, City of Kingsburg Public Financing Authority and Board of Directors of the Successor Agency of the Kingsburg Redevelopment Agency Joint Meeting Minutes June 21, 2023
Finance Director Alma Colado said The Landscape and Lighting Act of 1972 authorizes cities to impose assessments on benefitted properties to finance construction of street landscaping, street lighting, traffic signals, parks, street trees, sidewalk repair, and recreational improvements as well as maintenance and servicing of any of these improvements within public places within the boundaries of the District. The expenses incurred included servicing turf, ground cover, shrubs, trees, irrigation lighting systems, entry monuments, walls, drainage systems, park facilities, and associated appurtenances located in public places within the boundaries of the District. The total levy is $112,247.06 for FY 2023/24, which is a $4,443.93 increase from the current fiscal year.

Council Discussion: 6:13pm.

OpenPublicComment: 6:13pm.

ClosePublic Comment: 6:13pm.

Continued Council Discussion: 6:13pm.

Close Public Hearing: 6:13pm.

A motion was made by Council Member North, seconded by Council Member Silva, to adopt Resolution No. 2023-030- Approving the Engineer's Report for Assessment District No. 93-01 and the Levy and Collection of Assessments within such District for Fiscal Year 2023/2024 and Confirming Diagrams and Assessments Pursuant to the Provisions of Part 2 of Division 15 of the California Streets and Highways Code and as Provided by Article XIII D of the CaliforniaConstitution. The motion carried by unanimous voice vote.

Community Facilities District 2017-01 FY 2023-2024 Levy- Staff Report prepared by City Manager Alexander Henderson
(Action only by the City Council)
Sponsor: City Manager’s Office
Jian Wu, Senior Associate at DTA, presented City Council adopted Resolution No. 2017-023, entitled Resolution of Formation of Kingsburg Community Facilities District (CFD) No. 2017-01.

The public services that will be financed by the CFD levy include, without limitation, police services, fire and ambulance and emergency response services, parks and open space maintenance, lighting and landscape maintenance, alley maintenance and repair, administrative fees of the City and reimbursement of costs related to the formation of CFD 2017-01 advanced by the City.

City Manager Henderson explained that in this budget, there are separate budget lines showing how the funds are used per development. Council Member Pursell, Jr. said we take these increases seriously.

A motion was made by Council Member Pursell, Jr., seconded by Council Member Smith, to adopt Resolution No. 2023-031– Resolution of the City Council of the City of Kingsburg, Acting in its Capacity as the Legislative Body of Community Facilities District No. 2017-1 (Public Services District) Authorizing the Levy of a Special Tax for Fiscal Year 2023-2024. The motion carried by unanimous voice vote.

Gann Limit Adoption for 2023-2024 Fiscal Year Budget Figures-Staff Report Prepared by Finance Director Alma Colado
(Action only by the City Council)
Sponsor: Finance Department
Finance Director Alma Colado said each year the City Council must approve a resolution to adopt Gann Limit for the City for the new fiscal year budget figures using the County or City Growth percentage for calculations. The 2023-24 Gann Limit based on budget figures are $21,124,942 and appropriations subject to limitations are $4,927,518 under the limit for the 2023-24 fiscal year budget $16,197,424. The City growth percentage is 3.48% and the County percentage is .15%. The larger percentage gives us a higher limit.

A motion was made by Council Member North, seconded by Council Member Silva, to adopt Resolution No. 2023-032 for the adoption of the 2023-2024 Gann Limit. The motion carried by unanimous voice vote.

Kingsburg City Council, City of Kingsburg Public Financing Authority and Board of Directors of the Successor Agency of the Kingsburg Redevelopment Agency Joint Meeting Minutes June 21, 2023
Unmanned Aircraft System (UAS) Inspection Program - Staff Report by Building Official AJ O’Connell
(Action only by the City Council)
Sponsor: Community Development Department
Building Official AJ O’Connell presented the proposed Unmanned Aircraft System (UAS) Inspection Program. This Program will help the City’s Building Division continue to meet the needs of the City of Kingsburg and keep our Building Inspectors safely on the ground.

The Program is largely based on the Voluntary Best Practices for UAS Privacy, Transparency, and Accountability document commissioned by President Barack Obama on February 15, 2015 and published May 18, 2016. In addition, staff have coordinated and modeled the specific development of this policy with other jurisdictions and industries using Drone technology for Building and Construction Inspections.

The City of Kingsburg is sensitive to the public’s right to privacy and the use of Drone technology by governments. It is for this reason the Building Division has developed this Program with the residents’ safety and privacy in mind, and limiting liability by the City’s operation of the Program. Drones will only be used by the Building Division for the purposes identified in the Program.

Initially, the Drones will be used only for the following inspections:
• Roof-mounted photovoltaic (PV) systems,
• Reroofs,
• Structural roof assemblies,
• Structural Exterior Brace Walls at or above two stories above grade, • Exterior wall façade and covering assemblies at or above two stories above grade, • Unoccupied “U” occupancy structures at or above two stories above grade, • Wall-mounted and pylon signage,
• Disaster assessment and mitigation,
• Mutual aid support of another agency when the underlying mission meets the uses outlined in this Program, and,
• Emergency responses.

Drones will also be used for training City employees. Any training flights will be conducted above City/public property and in accordance with all FAA regulations.

Drones will not be used for any surveillance or Code Enforcement purposes.

Public Comment:

David Stout, resident, works for a large utility company and he thanks the City for looking in to this for the safety of their employees.

Council Member North said if it keeps our staff safer, I think it is a good idea. Council Member Silva said we use drones in agriculture, and it is efficient and safe. It makes total sense. Council Member Pursell, Jr. said when it was first brought up, he wasn’t for it because of the privacy concerns. Staff wrote this well. It is not going to be used for code enforcement, so citizens do not need to worry about their privacy. Building Official AJ O’Connell said code enforcement is what you can see from the public right away, not the public airspace. Mayor Palomar likes that there will be no videos and asked about pictures. Building Official AJ O’Connell said there will only be pictures if there is a code deficiency. Council Member Smith said she went on a ride a long, and she can definitely see the value in this.

Council Member Silva motioned, seconded by Council Member North to approve the Unmanned Aerial System (UAS) Inspection Program as presented. The motion carried by unanimous voice vote.

Crime Statistics Report for the Month of May 2023 and General Police Department UpdateCrime Statistics Report prepared by Kingsburg Police Department Records Supervisor Corina Padilla.

Sponsor: Police Department
Police Chief Neil Dadian gave an update on the SRO tobacco grants and that they are working on a grant for retail theft. Police sergeant recruitment is now open. There has been no word on body cam grants.

Chief Dadian gave an update on training and staffing. Mayor Palomar asked about the uptick in graffiti.

Lt. Pendley stated that is it gang graffiti, 2 different gangs. Chief Dadian said thank you to Public Works for cleaning it up.

Informational- No Action Needed
Kingsburg City Council, City of Kingsburg Public Financing Authority and Board of Directors of the Successor Agency of the Kingsburg Redevelopment Agency Joint Meeting Minutes June 21, 2023
Council Reports and Staff Communications
Community Services Commission: Have not met.

Public Safety Committee: Have not met.

Chamber of Commerce: There have been successful ribbon cuttings and a new website for chamber members. The Chamber was successful in serving meals at the Swedish Festival. The Chamber is looking for a sponsor for the 4th of July firework show.

Economic Development: Have not met.

Finance Committee: Will meet Monday.

Planning Commission: Have not met.

South Kings Groundwater Sustainability Agency Joint Powers Authority (SKGSA): They are closing on a property for a recharge basin by Sanger.

Downtown Business Improvement District: Have not met.

Council of Governments: Have not met.

Council Member Reports: Council Member Smith attended the Trinkets & Treasures Chamber Mixer yesterday, they have been open for 17 years, lots of great things. He reported that the Kingsburg Junior Team won the high team at the local state competition at the Kingsburg Gun Club. Mayor Palomar reported that he spoke at the opening ceremonies at the Kingsburg Gun Club.

City Manager’s Report: Reminder of the cancelation of the 7/5/2023 City Council Meeting. The Kwik Korner structure that was destroyed by a fire has to be demolished within 30 days. The fiber construction should be done by the end of July.

Future Agenda Items: None.

The Board of Directors of The City of Kingsburg Public Financing Authority and the Board of Directors of The Successor Agency of the Kingsburg Redevelopment Agency adjourned their joint meeting art 6:52pm. The Kingsburg City Council adjourned into Closed Session at 6:52pm.

9.1 CONFERENCE WITH LEGAL COUNSEL—ANTICIPATED LITIGATION Initiation of litigation pursuant to subdivision (c) of Section 54956.9 of the California Government Code (one potential case)
City Council Adjourned out of Close Session into Regular Kingsburg City Council Meeting and reported out of Closed Session at 7:14pm.

City Attorney Rissa Stuart said there was no report.

Adjourn Regular Kingsburg City Council Meeting. At 7:14 P. M. Mayor Vince Palomar adjourned the meeting.

Submitted by:
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Abigail Palsgaard, City Clerk

CITY COUNCIL MEETING STAFF REPORT
REPORT TO: Mayor Pursell, Jr & City Council

REPORT FROM: Holly Owen, Community Development Director REVIEWED BY: Christina Windover
AGENDA ITEM: Consideration of General Plan Amendment 2024-01 pertaining to City of Kingsburg Housing Element and accompanying CEQA Determination
ACTION REQUESTED: ___Ordinance ____Resolution ____Motion ____Receive/File

RECOMMENDATION

1. Adopt Resolution 2024-032 approving the CEQA determination, an Addendum to the City of Kingsburg General Plan EIR for the 2023-2031 Housing Element Update; and approving of the General Plan Amendment 2024-01, amending the City’s General Plan by inclusion of the 2023-2031 Housing Element, as required by State law.

EXECUTIVE SUMMARY
The Housing Element is a State-mandated eight-year policy document that is a component of the Kingsburg General Plan, and a required element of every General Plan. The overall purpose of the Housing Element Update is to identify current and projected housing needs, show locations where housing can be built, and set goals, policies, and programs to meet the community’s housing needs.

As required by State law, the City of Kingsburg has initiated General Plan Amendment 2024-01, which is related to the adoption and incorporation of the 2023-2031 City of Kingsburg Housing Element (6th Cycle), into the City’s 1993 General Plan. The City prepared its Housing Element as part of a Multi-Jurisdictional Housing Element regional effort in collaboration with the Fresno County Council of Governments, Fresno County, and 13 other cities in Fresno County. The Fresno Council of Governments contracted with Placeworks and their team members Ascent, Provost & Pritchard, and the California Coalition of Rural Housing to assist Fresno County and the cities with the MultiJurisdiction Housing Element Update.

The Kingsburg Housing Element is a single document, made up of two sections: 1) the main body, which describes demographics, housing needs, resources, and constraints at a regional level and includes goals and policies common to all participating jurisdictions (found at https://www.cityofkingsburg-ca.gov/DocumentCenter/View/2735); and 2) individual appendices, which contain details for each jurisdiction (i.e., sites inventory, governmental constraints, evaluation of existing Housing Element) and individual implementation programs for the City of Kingsburg (Attachment 4).

Prior to adopting this Housing Element, State law requires the State Department of Housing and Community Development (HCD) to administer the law by reviewing housing elements for compliance with State law and by reporting its written findings to the local jurisdiction. After two formal reviews of the document, HCD sent a letter dated April 11, 2024 stating that the City of Kingsburg’s Housing Element will substantially comply with State Housing Element Law (Gov. Code, § 65580 et seq) when it is adopted, submitted to, and approved by HCD (Attachment 2).

If any changes to the Draft Housing Element are proposed after April 11, 2024, those revisions would have to be resubmitted and reviewed by HCD.

Meeting Date: 06/19/2024
Agenda Item: 6.1

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On May 9th, staff presented the 2023-2031 Kingsburg Housing Element to the Planning Commission for their consideration, to receive public comment, and to receive the Planning Commission’s recommendation to the Kingsburg City Council regarding amending the City’s General Plan (General Plan Amendment 2024-01) to include the 2023-2031 City of Kingsburg Housing Element (6th Cycle), which also includes the 2023-2031 Fresno County Multi-Jurisdictional Housing Element. The Planning Commission, on a 5-0 vote, recommended to Council the Housing Element for review and adoption.

If no further changes are proposed to the document, following adoption of the Housing Element, the City will submit the Housing Element to HCD for formal certification. HCD has 90 days to certify the Housing Element.

The consultants for Kingsburg for the Multi-Jurisdictional Housing Element will be presenting information at tonight’s meeting, and their presentation included as Attachment 5.

PROJECT DESCRIPTION/BACKGROUND
California Housing Element law requires every jurisdiction to prepare and adopt a housing element as part of its general plan. State Housing Element requirements are framed in the California Government Code, Sections 65580 through 65589, Chapter 1143, Article 10.6. The law requires the State Department of Housing and Community Development (HCD) to administer the law by reviewing housing elements for compliance with State law and by reporting its written findings to the local jurisdiction. Although State law allows local governments to decide when to update their general plans, State Housing Element law mandates that housing elements be updated every eight years. The Housing Element must include: 1) an identification and analysis of existing and projected local housing needs; 2) an identification of resources and constraints; and 3) goals, policies, and implementation programs for the rehabilitation, maintenance, improvement, and development of housing for all economic segments of the population.

The foundation of the Housing Element is the Regional Housing Needs Allocation (RHNA), which begins with a determination of housing need issued by the California Housing and Community Development Department (HCD) and allocated by the Fresno Council of Governments (FCOG). A jurisdiction is required to demonstrate whether it has sufficient capacity to achieve its RHNA. However, identification of a site’s capacity does not guarantee that construction will occur on that site, as the actual construction of units would occur as a result of a development application from a developer.

The RHNA for Kingsburg for this Housing Element Update is 882 units, including 248 very low-income units, 161 low-income units, 150 moderate-income units, and 323 above moderate-income units1.

As shown in the accompanying addendum to the General Plan, accounting for approved and pending projects (including ADUs), vacant site capacity, and the projected ADUs the City’s surplus unit capacity is 50—29 very lowincome/low-income units, 2 moderate-income units, and 19 above moderate-income units. The City of Kingsburg’s Housing Element sites inventory identifies 587 suitable vacant sites, 220 pipeline projects, 104 pending annexation, and 21 projected accessory dwelling units to meet the City’s RHNA.

PUBLIC NOTICING
Pursuant to the Government Code Section 65091 (Planning and Zoning Law) and Kingsburg Municipal Code, §10- 22, it is required that a notice be published in a newspaper and be sent to interested parties. The public hearing notice was published in The Fresno Bee on June 9, 2024 and was e-mailed to interested parties on May 21, 2024.

ENVIRONMENTAL REVIEW
The General Plan Amendment 2024-01 and adoption of the Kingsburg Housing Element would not cause any new significant environmental impacts or substantially increase the severity of significant environmental impacts disclosed in the General Plan EIR. Thus, the proposed project does not trigger any of the conditions in CEQA Guidelines Section 15162 requiring preparation of a subsequent EIR, and the appropriate environmental document as authorized by CEQA Guidelines Section 15164(b) is an addendum to the Kingsburg General Plan EIR and the addendum was prepared as Attachment 3 to this staff report. 1 Kingsburg Revised Housing Element, p. 1H-40, Table 1H-2 (Attachment 4)

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PRIOR CITY COUNCIL AND PLANNING COMMISSION ACTION
• On April 20, 2022, the City Council of the City of Kingsburg adopted Resolution No. 2022-022 approving and authorizing the City’s participation in the Fresno County Multi-Jurisdictional Housing Element Update and Cost Sharing Agreement between the Fresno Council of Governments (Fresno COG), the City of Kingsburg, and other participating jurisdictions in Fresno County for a Sixth Cycle Housing Element Update. • The Planning Commission and City Council jointly met on August 11, 2022 for a workshop on the Kingsburg Housing Element and again on May 11, 2023 for an update on the process. • Planning Commission held a public hearing on May 9th, 2024 on this item and recommended through resolution the adoption of the Housing Element as proposed to Council.

FINANCIAL IMPACT
According to the Cost Sharing Agreement between Fresno COG, the City of Kingsburg, and other participating jurisdictions, estimates for each smaller jurisdiction for the 6th Cycle is expected not to exceed $122,421.

ATTACHMENTS

1. Resolution No. 2024-032

2. HCD Conditional Compliance Letter dated April 11, 2024

3. CEQA Determination from Placeworks (Addendum to Kingsburg General Plan EIR)

4. Appendix 1H: City of Kingsburg 2023-2031 Draft Housing Element May 2024 (Redlined)

5. Appendix 1H: City of Kingsburg 2021-2031 Draft Housing Element (Clean)

6. City of Kingsburg Housing Element Presentation (Placeworks) RESOLUTION NO. 2024-032

RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF KINGSBURG APPROVING GENERAL PLAN AMENDMENT NO. 2024-01 AND THE CEQA DETERMINATION RELATED TO THE CITY OF KINGSBURG 2023- 2031 HOUSING ELEMENT UPDATE (6th CYCLE)
WHEREAS, the City of Kingsburg initiated General Plan Amendment 2024-01 and associated CEQA determination, proposing to amend the City’s General Plan by inclusion of the 2023-2031 Housing Element (6th Cycle), as required by State law; and
WHEREAS, City prepared its Housing Element as part of a Multi-Jurisdictional Housing Element regional effort in collaboration with the Fresno County Council of Governments, Fresno County, and 13 other cities in Fresno County; and
WHEREAS, the Kingsburg Housing Element was prepared in conformity with the provisions of State law requirements of California Government Code Section 65580 et seq; and WHEREAS, on April 11, 2024, the California Department of Housing and Community Development (“HCD”) issued a letter of conditional approval stating that the Draft Housing Element and associated revisions meet the statutory requirements of State housing Element law and will comply with State law when they are adopted and submitted to HCD pursuant to Government Code Section 65585; and WHEREAS, adoption of General Plan Amendment 2024-01 and the 2023-2031 Housing Element (6th Cycle) will not cause any new significant environmental impacts or substantially increase the severity of significant environmental impacts disclosed in the General Plan EIR. Thus, the proposed adoption of General Plan Amendment 2024-01 and the 2023-2031 Housing Element (6th Cycle) does not trigger any of the conditions in CEQA Guidelines Section 15162 requiring preparation of a subsequent EIR, and the appropriate environmental document as authorized by CEQA Guidelines Section 15164(b) is an addendum. Therefore based upon CEQA review, the required CEQA document for the adoption of General Plan Amendment 2024-01 and the 2023-2031 Housing Element(6th Cycle) was determined to be an addendum to the Kingsburg General Plan EIR under California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA) Guidelines Section 15164; and
WHEREAS, the City of Kingsburg Planning Commission, at the regular meeting on May 9, 2024, held a duly noticed public hearing and received a written staff report, invited public comment, independently deliberated, and recommended approval to the City Council the General Plan Amendment 2024-01.

NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED that the Kingsburg City Council, using their independent judgement hereby accepts the recommendation of the Kingsburg Planning Commission and adopts this Resolution 2024-XX approving General Plan Amendment 2024- 01and related CEQA determination through the adoption of the 2023-2031 Housing Element (6th Cycle), as inclusionary with the Kingsburg General Plan 1993, based on the following findings:

1. The above recitals are true and correct; and

2. The proposed amendment ensures and maintains internal consistency with General Plan land uses and objectives, policies, programs, and actions of all elements of the General Plan and would not create any inconsistencies; and

3. The proposed amendment will not endanger, jeopardize or otherwise constitute a hazard to the public convenience, health, interest, safety, or general welfare of persons residing or working within the City of Kingsburg; and

4. Adoption of the 2023-2031 City of Kingsburg Housing Element and the Fresno County Multijurisdictional 2023-2031 Housing Element is the final requirement for certification per Government Code Section 65585.

5. This resolution is effective immediately upon adoption.

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I, Abigail Palsgaard, City Clerk of the City of Kingsburg, do hereby certify that the City Council of the City of Kingsburg passed and adopted the foregoing Resolution 2024-032 at a regular meeting hereof held on the 19th day of June, 2024, by the following vote:

AYES: Council Member(s):

NOES: Council Member(s):

ABSTAIN: Council Member(s):

ABSENT: Council Member(s):

Abigail Palsgaard, City Clerk
City of Kingsburg

DEPARTMENT OF HOUSING AND COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT

DIVISION OF HOUSING POLICY DEVELOPMENT
2020 W. El Camino Avenue, Suite 500
Sacramento, CA 95833
(916) 263-2911 / FAX (916) 263-7453
www.hcd.ca.0ov
April 1 1,2024
Holly Owen, Director
Commun ity Development Department
City of Kingsburg
1401 Draper Street
Kingsburg, CA 93631
Dear Holly Owen:

RE: City of Kingsburg's 6th Cycle (2023-2031)Revised Draft Housing Element Thank you for submitting the City of Kingsburg's (City) revised draft housing element update received for review on February 14,2024, along with revisions received on April 10,2024 andfurthereditsonApril 11,2024. Revisionsweremadeavailableto the public for seven days prior to review. Pursuant to Government Code section 65585, the California Department of Housing and Community Development (HCD) is reporting the results of its review. Our review was facilitated by a conversation on February 27,2024, with the City's housing element team.

The revised draft element, incorporating the revisions and edits, meets the statutory requirements of State Housing Element Law. The housing element will substantially comply with State Housing Element Law (Gov. Code, S 65580 et seq) when it is adopted, submitted to, and approved by HCD, in accordance with Government Code section 65585.

For your information, pursuant to Assembly Bill 1398 (Chapter 358, Statutes of 2021), if the City does not adopt a compliant housing element within 120 days of the statutory deadline (December 31,2023), Program 16 (Zoning Code Amendments) to rezone to accommodate the regional housing needs allocation must be completed no later than one year from the statutory deadline. Othennrise, the local government's housing element will no longer comply with State Housing Element Law, and HCD may revoke its finding of substantial compliance pursuant to Government Code section 65585, subdivision (i). Please be aware, if the City does not adopt a compliant housing element within one year from the statutory deadline, the element cannot be found in substantial compliance untilthese rezones are completed.

Public participation in the development, adoption, and implementation of the housing element is essential to effective housing planning. Throughout the housing element process, the City must continue to engage the community, including organizations that Holly Owen, Director

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represent lower-income and special needs households, by making information regularly available while considering and incorporating comments where appropriate. Please be aware, any revisions to the element must be posted on the local government's website and to email a link to all individuals and organizations that have previously requested notices relating to the local government's housing element at least seven days before submitting to HCD.

For your information, pursuant to Government Code section 65583.3, the City must submit an electronic sites inventory with its adopted housing element. The City must utilize standards, forms, and definitions adopted by HCD. Please see HCD's housing eleme nt webpage at https ://www. hcd. ca.q ov/plan n inq-and-commu n itvdevelopmenUhousinq-eiements for a copy of the form and instructions. The City can reach out to HCD at [email protected] for technical assistance.

Several federal, state, and regional funding programs consider housing element compliance as an eligibility or ranking criteria. For example, the CalTrans Senate Bill (SB) 1 Sustainable Communities grant, the Affordable Housing and Sustainable Communities programs, and HCD's Permanent Local Housing Allocation consider housing element compliance and/or annual reporting requirements pursuant to Government Code section 65400. With a compliant housing element, the City will meet housing element requirements for these and other funding sources.

For your information, some general plan element updates are triggered by housing element adoption. HCD reminds the City to consider timing provisions and welcomes the opportunity to provide assistance. For information, please see the Technical Advisories issued by the Governor's Office of Planning and Research at:
https ://www. o p r. ca. q ov/p la n n i n q/q e ne ra l-p la n/q u id e I i nes. htm L HCD appreciates the hard work and dedication the City's housing element team provided in preparation of the City's housing element and looks forward to receiving the City's adopted housing element. lf you have any questions or need additional technical assistance, please contact Jose Ayala, of our staff, at [email protected].

Sincerely,
Paul McDougall
Senior Program Manager
April 2024 | General Plan EIR Addendum

ADDENDUM TO THE GENERAL PLAN EIR

FOR THE
2023–2031 HOUSING ELEMENT UPDATE
City of Kingsburg
Prepared for:

City of Kingsburg
Holly Owen, Community Development Director
[email protected]
1401 Draper Street
Kingsburg, CA 93631
Prepared by:

PlaceWorks
Contact: Amy Sinsheimer
[email protected]
101 Parkshore Drive, Suite 200
Folsom, California 95630
[email protected]
www.placeworks.com

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1. ADDENDUM TO THE ADOPTED GENERAL PLAN EIR............................................................... 1

1.1 Background .............................................................................................................................................................. 1

1.2 General Plan EIR.................................................................................................................................................... 2

1.3 Project Summary..................................................................................................................................................... 2

1.4 Purpose of an EIR Addendum.......................................................................................................................... 32

2. CEQA ANALYSIS .......................................................................................................................... 35

2.1 Environmental Analysis....................................................................................................................................... 35

2.2 Finding .................................................................................................................................................................... 37

3. REFERENCES............................................................................................................................... 41 Table Page
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1. Addendum to the Adopted General Plan EIR

1.1 Background
The City of Kingsburg is participating with other cities in Fresno County to update its Housing Element as part of the Fresno County Multi-Jurisdictional 2023-2031 Housing Element. The Housing Element is a Statemandated policy document that is a component of the City of Kingsburg General Plan. The proposed 6th cycle 2023–2031 Housing Element will replace the existing 2015–2023 Housing Element and serve as Kingsburg’s (City’s) guiding policy document that meets future needs of housing for all the City’s economic levels. The Housing Element is one of eight elements of the City’s General Plan.

The General Plan is the foundation development policy document of the City of Kingsburg. It defines the framework by which the physical, economic, and human resources of the City are to be managed and used over time. The General Plan acts to clarify and articulate the intentions of the City with respect to the rights and expectations of the public, property owners, and prospective investors and business interests. The General Plan informs these citizens of the goals, objectives, policies, and standards for development of the City and the responsibilities of all sectors in meeting these. As a policy document, the Housing Element does not result in physical changes to the environment but encourages the development of housing at all income levels consistent with the residential designations shown in the Land Use Element of the General Plan. The City has a number of engineering standards and a Municipal Code that address the physical act of construction.

This document serves as the environmental documentation for the adoption of the City’s proposed 2023–2031 Housing Element update. This addendum to the City of Kingsburg’s North Specific Plan General Plan EIR (State Clearinghouse No. 2002091042) (General Plan EIR) demonstrates that the analysis in the General Plan EIR adequately addresses the potential physical impacts associated with housing built consistent with the Land Use Element of the General Plan. The General Plan EIR is updated to the City’s proposed 2023–2031 Housing Element update.

1.1.1 Meeting Kingsburg’s RHNA
California Government Code Section 65584 requires that each city and county plan to accommodate a fair share of the region’s housing construction needs. The Fresno Council of Governments (FCOG) prepares the RHNA for the region based on existing and projected regional trends in population growth, household sizes, job accessibility, and transportation access. While the City must plan for and help facilitate the development of 882 new homes in the community, it is not obligated to build these units. Because projects often vary in size and density, and to comply with the state No-Net-Loss housing law, the City identifies a “surplus of housing sites” available to meet the City’s RHNA allocation. As shown in Table 1-1, Progress Toward RHNA, the City’s surplus unit capacity is 50—29 very low-income/low-income units, 2 moderate-income units, and 19 above moderate-income units. As shown in Table 1, the City of Kingsburg’s Housing Element sites inventory identifies 587 suitable vacant sites, 220 pipeline projects, 104 pending annexation, and 21 projected accessory dwelling units to meet the City’s RHNA.

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Table 1 Progress Toward RHNA
Income
Category RHNA
Vacant Site
Capacity
Pipeline
Projects
Pending
Annexation
Projected
ADUs
Total
Capacity
RHNA
Surplus
Very Low 248
355 70 0 13 438 29
Low 161
Moderate 150 146 0 0 6 152 2
Above Moderate 323 86 150 104 2 342 19
Total 882 587 220 104 21 932 50

1.2 GENERAL PLAN EIR
The General Plan EIR addresses the General Plan Amendments, pre-zoning, sphere of influence boundary changes, Specific Plan for North Kingsburg, and future proposals for annexation under the Specific Plan combined as a "Program EIR" representing the second level of a tiering process that began with the certification of the EIR prepared for the update of the General Plan in 1992, and as amended in 1996 to allow for westerly urban expansion (Kingsburg 2004).

The General Plan EIR determined that implementation of the General Plan would result in significant and unavoidable impacts related to the following environmental topics:

Agricultural Resources
▪ Incremental increases in the permanent loss of agricultural land to urbanization beyond that covered by the 1992 and 1996 General Plan EIRs.

Air Quality
▪ Incremental increases in the annual quantities of vehicle and stationary emissions of air pollutants that will be released to the atmosphere each year as vehicle traffic and urbanization increase beyond that covered by the 1992 and 1996 General Plan EIRs.

1.3 PROJECT SUMMARY

1.3.1 2023-2031 Housing Element Update
CEQA requires the City to evaluate the environmental impacts associated with physical environmental changes.

In this instance, most of the programs from the previous Housing Element are continued through to the proposed Housing Element. The proposed Housing Element includes 32 total programs, 19 of which are amended, and 13 are new. Table 2, Summary of Program Changes Between Existing Housing Element and Proposed Housing Element, displays the individual program changes between the existing Housing Element and the proposed Housing Element.

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Program 1: Regional Collaboration on Housing Opportunities The Multi-Jurisdictional Housing Element provides an opportunity for countywide housing issues and needs to be more effectively addressed at the regional level rather than just at the local level, and the 13 participating jurisdictions are committed to continuing the regional collaboration in the implementation of the Housing Element.

By working together, the jurisdictions can share best practices, explore opportunities for further collaboration, and make the best use of limited resources.

Timeframe and Objectives:
▪ The County of Fresno Public Works and Planning Department, with assistance of the Fresno COG, will take the lead in coordinating the Countywide Fifth Cycle Housing Element Committee meetings. ▪ Continue to participate in the Countywide Housing Element Technical Committee to collaborate on housing program implementation and regional issues including, disadvantaged unincorporated communities (SB 244), infrastructure challenges, farmworker housing, homelessness, and fair housing.
▪ The Committee will meet at least biannually to evaluate successes in implementation of programs and to identify gaps and additional needs. ▪ The Committee will meet annually with the California Department of Housing and Community Development (HCD) to discuss funding opportunities and challenges in implementation of programs and seek technical assistance from HCD and other State agencies in the implementation of housing programs and the pursuit of grant funding.
▪ The Committee will meet periodically with Fair Housing of Central California to discuss fair housing issues and opportunities for education. ▪ The Committee will advocate on behalf of the Fresno County region for more grant funding for affordable housing and infrastructure improvements. ▪ Continue to seek partnerships with other jurisdictions in the region and other agencies (such as the Housing Authority), housing developers, community stakeholders, and agricultural employers/employees to explore viable options for increasing the availability of farmworker housing in suitable locations in the region.
▪ Develop a directory of services and resources for lower-income households available in the region, and review and update it annually. Make the directory available on City/County websites and at City/County offices.

City staff meets on a quarterly basis with the Countywide Housing Element Technical Committee as an opportunity to collaborate and share successes to best implement the program elements. The City also meets with Fresno COG on a monthly basis to review and discuss housing element milestones and objectives.

Through the Committee and individually, the City has sought input from HCD and will continue to do so regarding grant funding opportunities, particularly for SB 2.

The City works with other jurisdictions in Fresno County and the Fresno Housing Authority to identify opportunities for housing and refers lower-income households to the Housing Authority for services and resources.

The County has also worked with developers of affordable housing and stakeholders to explore options for development of affordable housing. Kingsburg has been successful in processing a tax-credit project for 47 senior housing units for the Fresno County Housing Authority. The City also works closely with Fresno County Public Works and Planning regarding HUDrelated activities and provides related updates to the City Council.

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Program 2: Review Annexation Standards in Memorandum of Understanding All jurisdictions in Fresno County are subject to the City-County Memorandum of Understanding (MOU), which establishes procedures for annexation of land to cities.

The City/County MOU encourages urban development to take place within cities and unincorporated communities in an effort to preserve agricultural land. The MOU standards for annexation require that development be imminent and a minimum of 50 percent of annexation areas have an approved tentative subdivision map or site plan.

While cities can take certain steps to “prezone” land in advance of annexation, the annexation of the land into the city limits is dependent upon private developers to request an annexation.

Timeframe and Objectives:
▪ During the Housing Element planning period, the County of Fresno and the cities within the County shall work together to review and revise, as deemed appropriate by all parties, the standards for annexation contained in the Memorandum of Understanding between the County and the cities.

The City of Kingsburg processed five annexations with the County of Fresno. Approximately 250 residential units have been permitted in these annexed areas. The City complied with the County's MOU when these annexations were processed. The City worked with the County to update and adopt a new MOU in January 2022.

Modify.

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Program 3: Provision of Adequate Sites
The City of Kingsburg will provide for a variety of housing types and ensure that adequate sites are available to meet its Regional Housing Needs Allocation (RHNA) of 374 units. As part of this Housing Element update, the City has developed a parcelspecific inventory of sites suitable for future residential development. The suitability of these sites has been determined based on the development standards in place and their ability to facilitate the development of housing to meet the needs of the City’s current and future residents.

Timeframe and Objectives:
▪ Maintain and annually update the inventory of residential land resources. ▪ Provide the updated inventory on City website and make copies available upon request.
▪ Promote the use of Form Based Code in the downtown area by providing technical assistance to interested developers.
▪ Monitor development and other changes in the inventory to ensure the City has remaining capacity consistent with its share of the regional housing need. ▪ Actively participate in the development of the next RHNA Plan to better ensure that the allocations are reflective of the regional and local land use goals and policies.

The City has processed five subdivisions since 2016, amounting to over 450 residential lots, and approved two projects with the Fresno County Housing Authority. The first was a 48-unit affordable tax credit project and the second a 47-unit senior housing project, approved in 2019. In addition, the City has approved two tax credit housing projects in partnership with the Fresno County Housing Authority. Since 2016, the City has continued to utilize its form-based code to promote mixed use development in its downtown. The form-based code resulted in the Stone Plaza 10-unit project that is currently (2023) under construction. A representative from City Council participated in the RHNA Plan development process for the 6th cycle.

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Program 4: Monitoring of Residential Capacity (No Net Loss) The City will monitor the consumption of residential acreage and development on nonresidential sites included in the inventory to ensure an adequate inventory is available to meet the City’s RHNA obligations. To ensure sufficient residential capacity is maintained to accommodate the RHNA, the City will develop and implement a formal ongoing (project-by-project) evaluation procedure pursuant to Government Code Section 65863. Should an approval of development result in a reduction of capacity below the residential capacity needed to accommodate the remaining need for lowerincome households, the City will identify and if necessary rezone sufficient sites to accommodate the shortfall and ensure “no net loss” in capacity to accommodate the RHNA.

Timeframe and Objectives:
▪ Develop and implement a formal evaluation procedure pursuant to Government Code Section 65863.
▪ Monitor and report through the HCD annual report process. ▪ If rezoning/upzoning is required to replenish the sites inventory for meeting the RHNA shortfall, the sites shall be adequate in size to accommodate at least 16 units per site at a minimum density of 20 units per acre and shall be rezoned within two years.

In 2018, the City approved a downtown project that included commercial space and five residential units. In 2020, the City also approved the 10-unit Stone Plaza mixed-use project that is currently (2022) under construction. The City continues to have sufficient land to support residential development to meet the RHNA. A representative from City Council participated in the RHNA Plan development process for the 6th cycle.

Modify, combine with
Program 3.

See new Program 4.

Program 5: Lot Consolidation and Lot Splits
The City of Kingsburg’s vacant sites inventory is primarily comprised of smaller parcels of less than half acre, potentially constraining residential development, especially to multifamily development. The City will encourage lot consolidation to promote the efficient use of land for residential development pursuant to the Subdivision Map Act.

Timeframe and Objectives:
▪ Assist interested developers/property owners in identifying opportunities for lot consolidation.
▪ Continue to process requests for lot consolidation concurrent with other development reviews.
▪ Annually monitor lot consolidation activities as part of the City annual report to HCD on Housing Element progress and evaluate if City efforts are effective in facilitating lot consolidation of small sites for residential development. If appropriate, make necessary changes to facilitate lot consolidation.

The City continuously assists interested developers and property owners in identifying opportunities for lot consolidation; however, no lot consolidations were initiated during the planning period.

The City annually monitors lot consolidation activities as part of its Housing Element annual progress report to HCD and
evaluates if the City’s efforts are effective in facilitating lot consolidation for residential development. When appropriate, the City makes necessary changes to facilitate lot consolidation, though no changes were needed during the 5th cycle planning period. The City will continuously process requests for lot consolidation concurrently with other development reviews, if needed.

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Program 6: Water and Wastewater Capacity
The development viability of the vacant sites in the inventory is directly linked to the availability and capacity of public facilities and services. The City continues to work to address water supply issues and infrastructure capacity limitations.

Additionally, California Government Code Section 65589.7 requires water and sewer providers to establish specific procedures and grant priority water and sewer service to developments with units affordable to lower-income households. The statute also requires local governments to immediately deliver the housing element to water and sewer providers. The City of Kingsburg is the water service provider; the SelmaKingsburg-Fowler County Sanitation District (SKF) provides sewer service in the City.

Timeframe and Objectives:
▪ Continue to monitor water and wastewater capacity and make improvements, as appropriate and feasible, to better serve existing development and strive to accommodate the RHNA.
▪ Establish procedures by the end of 2016 for granting priority water and sewer service to developments with lower-income units in compliance with California Government Code Section 65589.7.

Each year, the City confirmed that the SKF wastewater treatment plant continues to have ample capacity to serve the sewer needs throughout the service area, including Kingsburg, Fowler, and Selma. The City monitors the wastewater treatment plant’s permit capacity on an annual basis. In 2016, sewer and water were available to a 48-unit Fresno County Housing Authority project, a tax-credit project.

Modify.

See new Program 7.

Program 7: Affordable Housing Incentives
The City continues to have needs for affordable housing for lower-income households, especially for seniors, disabled (including persons for developmental disabilities), the homeless, and those at imminent risk of becoming homeless. The City will continue to work with housing developers to expand affordable housing opportunities in the community.

Timeframe and Objectives:
▪ Maintain a list of interested developers and annually contact developers to explore affordable housing opportunities.
▪ Continue to promote the State density bonus, flexible development standards, and other incentives to facilitate affordable housing development by publicizing the incentives on City website and by conducting pre-application consultation with developers regarding incentives available. ▪ Continue to streamline the environmental review process for housing developments to the extent possible, using available state categorical exemptions and federal categorical exclusions, when applicable.

The City works with developers to identify sites that are zoned for residential development. In 2018, the City worked with Tulare County to process a planned unit development, including 8 lots for multifamily development and 150 single family residential lots outside of city limits. The City works closely with any developer, regardless of the proposed housing type, and maintains a strong partnership with Fresno Housing Authority. Kingsburg’s North Kingsburg Specific Plan provides flexibility for development, including small lots, reduced setbacks, and alley-loaded garages.

The City has also annexed five residentially zoned lands, three of which are suitably zoned to accommodate affordable housing units. The City is working with the Fresno County Housing Authority and any other developer that would offer a tax-credit project. The City's ongoing work with the Fresno County Housing Authority aims to provide low-income housing for disabled persons, farmworkers, and seniors, and the City continues to search for funding opportunities to provide housing for lowerincome households and special needs populations.

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▪ Annually pursue State, Federal and other funding opportunities to increase the supply of safe, decent, affordable housing in Kingsburg for lower-income households (including extremely low-income households), such as seniors, disabled (including persons with developmental disabilities), farmworkers, the homeless, and those at risk of homelessness.
▪ Annually contact affordable housing developers to explore affordable housing opportunities.
▪ Expand the City’s affordable housing inventory by 80 units over the next eight years (including the 46-unit Marion Villas Apartments) – 10 extremely lowincome, 30 very low-income, and 40 low-income units.

The City coordinated with the Fresno County Housing Authority to complete a 47-unit senior housing tax credit project, which began construction in 2020. The City continually streamlines housing projects and provides density bonuses in compliance with state law. The Marion Villa project (5 units affordable to 30 percent AMI and 40 units affordable to 50 to 60 percent AMI) along with the Housing Authority's pending 47-unit project (5 market rate units, 18 units affordable to 50 to 80 percent AMI, and 23 units affordable to 30 to 49 percent AMI) led to the 80-unit objective being exceeded. The City continues to use Categorical Exemptions or Negative Declarations when preparing
environmental documents for proposed housing developments.

Program 8: Farmworker Housing
The farming industry is the foundation of the County’s economy base. According to the USDA, National Agricultural Statistics Service (NASS) 2012, about 58,600 workers were employed in farm labor throughout the County, indicating a significant need to provide housing for farmworkers and their families, particularly during peak harvest seasons.

Timeframe and Objectives:
▪ Continue to support and encourage other agencies and housing developers, such as the Fresno Housing Authority and Self-Help Enterprises, in the application of funds for farmworker housing, including State HCD and USDA Rural Development loans and grants and other funding sources that may become available.
▪ Continue to offer incentives such as gap financing (as funding is available), density bonus, streamlined processing to facilitate the development of farmworker housing.
▪ Annually monitor the status of farmworker housing as part of the City’s annual report to HCD on Housing Element progress and evaluate if City efforts are effective in facilitating the provision of farmworker housing. If appropriate, make necessary changes to enhance opportunities and incentives for farmworker housing development.

The City makes streamlined processing, density bonuses, and other incentives available to all residential developers. While farmworker housing has not been provided within city limits, many farmworkers are eligible for housing assistance through the Fresno County Housing Authority. The City continues to work with the Fresno County Housing Authority to provide low-income housing for persons with disabilities, farmworkers, and seniors and expand the supply of tax-credit projects. To aid in development of affordable housing, the North Kingsburg Specific Plan provides flexibility to include small lots, reduced setbacks, and alley-loaded garages.

Modify.

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Program 9: Preserving Assisted Housing
Preserving the existing affordable housing stock is a cost-effective approach to providing affordable housing in Kingsburg. The City must guard against the loss of housing units available to lower-income households. This City has a total of 187 publicly assisted rental units in three projects. In addition, a new 46-unit senior housing development is under construction. No publicly assisted rental housing units are considered at risk of converting to market-rate housing before December 31, 2025 Timeframe and Objectives:
▪ Continue to monitor status of affordable housing projects. If projects become at risk of converting to market-rate housing:
o Monitor the status of any Notice of Intent and Plan of Action filed by property owners to convert to market-rate units.
o Identify nonprofit organizations as potential purchasers/managers of atrisk housing units. o Explore funding sources available to purchase affordability covenants on at-risk projects, transfer ownership of at-risk projects to public or nonprofit agencies, purchase existing buildings to replace at-risk units, or construct replacement units.
o Ensure the tenants are properly noticed and informed of their rights and eligibility to obtain special Housing Choice Vouchers reserved for tenants of converted HUD properties.

The City monitors assisted housing projects to ensure that affordable housing are not converted to market-rate housing.

Currently, the majority of affordable projects are deed restricted.

Due to limited staff capacity, the City has not explored funding sources to purchase affordability covenants on at-risk projects.

However, there were no Notices of Intent to convert to market rate submitted to the City that would have resulted in a potential need for acquisition or transfer of ownership. Therefore, there have not been any converted HUD properties, and therefore tenants have not needed information regarding special housing vouchers.

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Program 10: Accessory Units (Second Units)
A second unit (sometimes called an “accessory dwelling unit” or “granny flat”) is an additional self-contained living unit either attached to or detached from the primary residential unit on a single lot. It has cooking, eating, sleeping, and full sanitation facilities. Second units can be an important source of affordable housing given that they are generally less expensive to construct due to their typically smaller sizes and no associated land costs.

Timeframe and Objectives:
▪ By 2019, consider fee reductions for second units and implement a public education program advertising the opportunity for second units through the City website and at the planning counter.

The City deploys a 25 percent permit fee reduction for all projects. The City is in the process of amending its zoning ordinance to comply with State planning law, which is expected to be completed in late 2023. The City processed three ADU developments in 2021.

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Program 11: Zoning Code Amendments
In compliance with State laws, the City will amend its Zoning Code to address the provision of a variety of housing options, especially housing for special needs groups.

Specifically, the City will amend the Zoning Code to address the following:
▪ Density Bonus: Consistent with Government Code, a density bonus up to 35 percent over the otherwise maximum allowable residential density under the applicable zoning district will be available to developers who provide affordable housing as part of their projects. Developers of affordable housing will also be entitled to receive incentives on a sliding scale to a maximum of three, where the amount of density bonus and number of incentives vary according to the amount of affordable housing units provided. ▪ Farmworker/Employee Housing: Comply with the Employee Housing Act which requires farmworker housing up to 12 units or 36 beds be considered an agricultural use and permitted in any zone that permits agricultural uses, and employee housing for six or fewer employees are to be treated as a single family structure and permitted in the same manner as other dwellings of the same type in the same zone.
▪ Reasonable Accommodation: Establish a reasonable accommodation procedure to provide flexibility in policies, rules, and regulations in order to allow persons with disabilities access to housing.
▪ Definition of Family: Remove the definition of family in the Zoning Code, or amend the definition to ensure it does not differentiate between related and unrelated individuals, or impose a numerical limit on the number of persons in a family.
▪ Manufactured Homes: Amend the Zoning code to subject permanently sited manufactured homes built to the HUD Code to the same rules as site-built homes in the same zones. Currently manufactured homes are subject to an Administrative Review where site-built homes are permitted by right. ▪ Single-Room Occupancy (SRO) Housing: Amend the Zoning Code to address the provision of SRO housing.
▪ Small Residential Care Facilities: Amend the Zoning Code the address the provision of small residential care facilities in the RA zone.

Timeframe and Objectives:
▪ Amend Zoning Code to address State law requirements within two years of Housing Element adoption.
▪ Annually review the effectiveness and appropriateness of the Zoning Code and process any necessary amendments to remove or mitigate potential constraints to the development of housing.

Due to limited staff capacity, the City has not amended the zoning code to remove administrative approval requirements for manufactured homes, identified a zone to permit SRO housing, addressed the provision of small residential care facilities, amended where farmworker housing is permitted, or adopted a reasonable accommodation ordinance. However, the City has removed the definition of family to ensure it does not differentiate between related and unrelated individuals or impose a numerical limit on the number of persons in a family, and the City implements density bonuses in compliance with State law.

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Program 12: Monitoring of Growth Management System
Pursuant to State law, the City must ensure that its policies and regulations governing residential in the City do not preclude the City from meeting its RHNA for all income levels. The City’s current Growth Management System provides adequate allocations to meet the overall RHNA. The City will monitor its annual and cumulative allocations to ensure that remaining allocations can accommodate its RHNA for all income levels.

Timeframe and Objectives:
▪ As part of the City’s annual allocation process, monitor the remaining allocations available. As necessary to meet the City’s RHNA for all income levels, consider prioritizing allocations to projects that help meet the City’s RHNA.
▪ By 2018 and at least bi-annually, monitor and modify as appropriate, the Growth Management System to ensure that the allocation process does not unduly constrain housing development in the community.

Since 2016, the City has issued allocations for over 500 single family dwellings and 78 multifamily units. The City's Growth Management System has not restricted any residential
development, either single family or multifamily.

Continue.

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Program 13: Monitoring of Planning and Development Fees The City charges various fees to review and process development applications. Such fees may add to the cost of housing development.

Timeframe and Objectives:
▪ Continue to monitor the various fees charged by the City to ensure they do not unduly constrain housing development.
▪ As appropriate, consider incentives such as deferred or reduced fees to facilitate affordable housing development.

The City reviews fees on an annual basis. The City also offers a 25 percent reduction or more on impact fees for all new construction. The Stone Plaza 10-unit mixed-use project received a 90 percent reduction on impact fees for the residential portion of the project.

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Program 14: Fresno County Housing Assistance Rehabilitation Program (HARP) This program provides loans to qualifying homeowners in the unincorporated County and participating cities for the improvement of their homes. The City of Kingsburg is a participating city. Eligible improvements include energy efficiency upgrades and installations, health and safety and hazard corrections, and accessibility modifications.

Loan terms under this program vary according to household income and the improvements and repairs that are needed.

Timeframe and Objectives:
▪ Promote available housing rehabilitation resources on the City website and public counters.
▪ Refer interested households to County program with the goal of assisting four low-income households during the planning period.

The City refers homes in need of rehabilitation to the County by promoting resources and assistance on the City’s website and social media in English and Spanish. Staff turnover and limited funding for staff time have precluded the ability to consistently track and report program outcomes. The City will continue to seek ways to implement programs efficiently and create systems for record keeping.

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Program 15: Fresno County Rental Rehabilitation Program (RRP) This program provides no interest loans to qualifying property owners in the unincorporated County and participating cities for making improvements to their rental properties. The City of Kingsburg is a participating city. Eligible improvements include repairing code deficiencies, completing deferred maintenance, lead-based paint and asbestos abatement, HVAC repairs, energy efficiency upgrades, accessibility modifications, and kitchen and bathroom upgrades.

Timeframe and Objectives:
▪ Promote available housing rehabilitation resources on the City website and public counters.
▪ Refer interested property owners to County program.

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Program 16: Code Enforcement
The City’s Building Division is in charge of enforcing the City’s building codes with the objective of protecting the health and safety of residents.

The City utilizes the Substandard Housing Code to abate substandard housing in Kingsburg and refers households that require significant rehabilitation to the County to utilize the County's rehabilitation programs. Staff turnover and limited funding for staff time have precluded the ability to consistently track and report program outcomes. The City will continue to seek ways to implement programs efficiently and create systems for record keeping.

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Program 17: Fresno County Homebuyer Assistance Program (HAP) City of Kingsburg participates in the County’s Homebuyer Assistance Program. This program assists lower-income families with purchasing their first home by providing a zero interest, deferred payment loan that does not exceed 20 percent of the purchase price of the single family residence (plus loan closing costs). Households earning up to 80 percent AMI in unincorporated Fresno County and participating cities are eligible for this program.

Timeframe and Objectives:
▪ Promote available homebuyer resources on the City website and public counters.
▪ Refer interested households to County program with the goal of assisting four households.

The City utilizes materials available through the County HOME programs. Information is made available on the City’s website.

Staff turnover and limited funding for staff time have precluded the ability to consistently track and report program outcomes.

The City will continue to seek ways to implement programs efficiently and create systems for record keeping.

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Program 18: First-Time Homebuyer Resources
Kingsburg residents have access to a number of homebuyer assistance programs offered by the California Housing Finance Agency (CalHFA):
▪ Mortgage Credit Certificate (MCC): The MCC Tax Credit is a federal credit which can reduce potential federal income tax liability, creating additional net spendable income which borrowers may use toward their monthly mortgage payment. This MCC Tax Credit program may enable first-time homebuyers to convert a portion of their annual mortgage interest into a direct dollar for dollar tax credit on their U.S. individual income tax returns. ▪ CalPLUS Conventional Program: This is a first mortgage loan insured through private mortgage insurance on the conventional market. The interest rate on the CalPLUS Conventional is fixed throughout the 30-year term. The CalPLUS Conventional is combined with a CalHFA Zero Interest Program (ZIP), which is a deferred-payment junior loan of three percent of the first mortgage loan amount, for down payment assistance.
▪ CalHFA Conventional Program: This is a first mortgage loan insured through private mortgage insurance on the conventional market. The interest rate on the CalHFA Conventional is fixed throughout the 30-year term.

CalHFA loans are offered through local loan officers approved and trained by CalHFA.

Timeframe and Objectives:
▪ Promote available homebuyer resources on City website and public counters in 2016.
▪ Annually review funding resources available at the state and federal levels and pursue as appropriate to provide homebuyer assistance.

The City continues to investigate first-time homebuyer programs and makes information available on the City’s website and at public counters. This program will be modified to ensure effectiveness in the future. Staff turnover and limited funding for staff time have precluded the ability to consistently track and report program outcomes. The City will continue to seek ways to implement programs efficiently and create systems for record keeping.

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Program 19: Energy Conservation
The City promotes energy conservation in housing development and rehabilitation.

Timeframe and Objectives:
▪ Consider incentives to promote green building techniques and features in 2017, and as appropriate, adopt incentives in 2018.
▪ Continue to promote and support Pacific Gas and Electric (PG&E) Company programs that provide energy efficiency rebates for qualifying energy-efficient upgrades by providing a link to PG&E programs on City website and make available brochures about PG&E programs at City counters. ▪ Expedite review and approval of alternative energy devices.

The City provides information to potential developers on PG&E programs as well as providing expedited review for all solarmounted units for single family dwellings. The City also promotes the use of the Green Building Code and has partnered and approved eligible PACE programs. Information regarding PG&E programs is made available on the City’s website.

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Program 20: Housing Choice Vouchers
The Housing Choice Voucher (HCV) Program extends rental subsidies to extremely low- and very low-income households, including families, seniors, and the disabled.

The program offers a voucher that pays the difference between the current fair market rent (FMR) as established by the HUD and what a tenant can afford to pay (i.e. 30 percent of household income). The Fresno Housing Authority administers the housing choice voucher program in Fresno County.

Timeframe and Objectives:
▪ Provide information on the HCV program on City website and public counters in 2016.
▪ Refer interested households to the Fresno Housing Authority and encourage landlords to register their properties with the Housing Authority for accepting HCVs.
▪ Work with the Housing Authority to disseminate information on incentives for participating in the HCV program throughout the City neighborhoods with varying income levels to promote housing opportunities for all residents.

The City works closely with the Fresno Housing Authority, including partnering on two affordable projects, one 49-unit complex and one 47-unit senior housing complex, to promote housing opportunities. The City provides information about the HCV program on the City’s website, referring interested households to the Fresno Housing Authority, and encourages landlords to register their properties with the Housing Authority for accepting HCVs. Staff turnover and limited funding for staff time have precluded the ability to consistently track and report program outcomes. The City will continue to seek ways to implement programs efficiently and create systems for record keeping.

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Program 21: Fair Housing
Residents in the Central Valley, including Fresno County, can access fair housing services provided by the Fair Housing Council of Central Valley (FHCCC). FHCCC offers mediation, counseling, advocacy, research, and fair housing training and workshops for residents as well as housing providers. Other fair housing resources include the Fresno Housing Authority, Fair Housing and Equal Opportunity (FHEO) division of HUD, and the State Department of Fair Employment and Housing (DFEH).

The City will assist in promoting fair housing resources available in the region.

Timeframe and Objectives:
▪ Participate in the Fresno Urban County’s efforts in updating the Analysis of Impediments to Fair Housing Choice required by the CDBG program. ▪ Work collaboratively with other jurisdictions in the region to provide education to lenders, real estate professionals, and the community at large. ▪ Actively advertise fair housing resources at the public counter, community service agencies, public libraries, and City website.
▪ Refer fair housing complaints to HUD, DEFH, Fair Housing Council of Central California, and other housing agencies, as appropriate.

The City’s refers all fair-housing-related complaints to the Fair Housing Council of Central California. The City works with Fresno County, who administers the CDBG program with HUD, to update the Analysis of Impediments. Further, the Planning and Building Department provides educational materials regarding fair housing at the department front counters
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1.3.2 Modifications to Existing Programs
As shown in Table 2, Summary of Program Changes Between Existing Housing Element and 2023–2031 Housing Element, the proposed 2023–2031 Housing Element consolidates many programs from the existing Housing Element to aid in implementation and eliminate redundancy. None of the programs in Table 2 would result in physical change in the environment. The following 19 amended programs are included in the proposed 2023–2031 Housing Element (Note: the following programs are modified to indicate changes to amended programs using underline for revised or new language or strikeout for deletions).

1.3.2.1 AMENDED PROGRAMS
Program 1: Regional Collaboration on Housing Opportunities The Multi-Jurisdictional Housing Element provides an opportunity for a review of countywide housing issues and needs to be more. Housing needs will be more effectively addressed at the regional level rather than just at the local level, and the 13 15 participating jurisdictions are committed to continuing the regional collaboration in the implementation of the Housing Element. By working together, the jurisdictions can share best practices, explore opportunities for further collaboration, and make the best use of limited resources. The following efforts will be made to further regional collaboration:

Timeframe and Objectives:
▪ The City will cContinue to participate in the cCountywide Housing Element Technical Committee to collaborate on housing program implementation and regional issues including, addressing the needs of disadvantaged unincorporated communities (Senate Bill [SB] 244), infrastructure challenges, farmworker housing, homelessness, and fair housing.
▪ The countywide Housing Element Technical Committee will meet at least biannually to evaluate successes in implementation of programs and to identify gaps and additional needs. ▪ The County of Fresno Public Works and Planning Department, with assistance of the Fresno Council of Governments (FCOG), will take the lead in coordinating the biannual committee Countywide Fifth Cycle Housing Element Committee meetings.
▪ The Housing Element Technical Committee will meet annually with the California Department of Housing and Community Development (HCD) to discuss funding opportunities and challenges in implementation of programs and seek technical assistance from HCD and other State agencies in the implementation of housing programs and the pursuit of grant funding. ▪ The Committee will meet periodically with Fair Housing of Central California to discuss fair housing issues and opportunities for education.
▪ The Housing Element Technical Committee will advocate on behalf of the Fresno County region for more grant funding for affordable housing and infrastructure improvements. ▪ The City will cContinue to seek partnerships with other jurisdictions in the region and other agencies (such as the Housing Authority), housing developers, community stakeholders, and agricultural employers/employees to explore viable options for increasing the availability of farmworker housing in suitable locations in the region.

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▪ The City will dDevelop a directory of services and resources for lower-income households available in the region, and review and update it annually. Make Tthe directory will be available on City/County websites and at City/County offices.

Program 2: Review Annexation Standards in Memorandum of Understanding Most All jurisdictions in Fresno County are subject to the City/County Memorandum of Understanding (MOU), which establishes procedures for annexation of land to cities. The City/County MOU encourages urban development to take place within cities and unincorporated communities in an effort to where urban services and facilities are available or planned to be made available to preserve agricultural land. The MOU standards for annexation require that development be imminent and a minimum of 25 50 percent of annexation areas have an approved tentative subdivision map or site plan. While cities can take certain steps to “prezone” land in advance of annexation, the annexation of the land into the city limits depends on is dependent upon private developers to requesting an annexation. In cities that are mostly built out within their current city limits, the MOU may limit the cities’ ability to accommodate future housing needs.

Timeframe and Objectives:
▪ During the Housing Element planning period, the County of Fresno and the cities within tThe County of Fresno and cities in the county shall work together at least once during the planning period to review and revise, as deemed appropriate by all parties, the standards for annexation contained in the City/County MOU Memorandum of Understanding between the County and the cities.

Program 519: Lot Consolidation and Lot Splits
To create additional opportunities for infill development and affordable housing, the City will help to facilitate lot consolidations to combine small lots identified as part of a larger site in the Housing Element into larger developable lots for housing. The City will meet with local developers and property owners to discuss development opportunities and incentives for lot consolidation to accommodate affordable housing units and consider additional incentives brought forth by developers. As developers and owners approach the City with interest in lot consolidation for the development of affordable housing, the City could defer certain fees, allow more height or additional stories, waive lot merger fees for certain small contiguous lots, and provide concurrent/fast tracking of project application reviews to developers who provide affordable housing. By 2026, the City will review the effectiveness of this program and revise as appropriate. The City will also evaluate grant funding for parcel assemblage land banking when it is available The City of Kingsburg’s vacant sites inventory is primarily comprised of smaller parcels of less than half acre, potentially constraining residential development, especially to multifamily development. The City will encourage lot consolidation to promote the efficient use of land for residential development pursuant to the Subdivision Map Act.

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▪ Annually monitor lot consolidation activities as part of the City annual report to HCD on Housing Element progress and evaluate if City efforts are effective in facilitating lot consolidation of small sites for residential development. If appropriate, make necessary changes to facilitate lot consolidation Program 67: Water and Wastewater Capacity Service
The development viability of the vacant sites in the inventory is directly linked to the availability and capacity of public facilities and services. As the water provider in the city, The City continues to work to address water supply issues and infrastructure capacity limitations the City will adopt a written policy with specific objective standards for meeting the priority requirement for proposed developments that include housing units affordable to lower-income households consistent with the provisions of Additionally, California Government Code Section 65589.7 requires water and sewer providers to establish specific procedures and grant priority water and sewer service to developments with units affordable to lower-income households. The statute also requires local governments to immediately deliver the housing element to water and sewer providers. The City of Kingsburg is the water service provider; will also deliver a copy of the Housing Element to the SelmaKingsburg-Fowler County Sanitation District (SKF) provides sewer service in the City immediately following adoption.

Timeframe and Objectives:
▪ Continue to monitor water and wastewater capacity and make improvements, as appropriate and feasible, to better serve existing development and strive to accommodate the RHNA. ▪ Establish procedures by the end of 2016 for granting priority water and sewer service to developments with lower-income units in compliance with California Government Code Section 65589.7.

Program 78: Affordable Housing Incentives
The City continues to have needs for affordable housing for lower-income households, especially for seniors, persons with disabilities disabled (including persons with for developmental disabilities), farmworkers, femaleheaded and single-parent households, the homeless, and those at imminent risk of becoming homeless persons experiencing homelessness, and extremely low-income households. The City will continue to work with housing developers to expand affordable housing opportunities in the community by doing the following:

Timeframe and Objectives:
▪ Continue to seek partnerships and meet at least every other year with other agencies (such as the Housing Authority), housing developers, community stakeholders, and employers to discuss and pursue viable opportunities for providing affordable housing, with an emphasis on housing opportunities for very low- and extremely low-income households, as well as special-needs populations, such as persons with disabilities (including developmental disabilities), farmworkers, female-headed and single-parent households, persons experiencing homelessness, and extremely low-income households. The City will meet with these parties more frequently if interest in residential development increases.
▪ Work with public or private sponsors to identify candidate sites for new construction of housing for those with special needs and take all actions necessary to expedite processing of such projects.

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▪ Pursue partnerships with the Central Valley Regional Center to identify funding opportunities and promote housing for persons with disabilities.
▪ Continue to provide incentives which may include fee deferrals, parking reductions, and streamlined review of housing that is not age-restricted to facilitate housing mobility and reduce displacement risk for families and individuals whose needs are not met by recent age-restricted development. ▪ Maintain a list of interested developers and annually contact developers to explore affordable housing opportunities.
▪ Continue to promote the State density bonus, and provide streamlined processing to facilitate affordable housing development and provide for additional flexibility for affordable housing and special-needs housing through the minor deviation process flexible development standards, and other incentives to facilitate affordable housing development The City will promote this program by publicizing the incentives on the City website and by conducting pre-application consultation with developers regarding available incentives incentives available. Examples of flexible development standards include reduced parking requirements and reduced water and wastewater connection fees. ▪ Provide incentives to builders to provide housing with multiple bedrooms affordable to lower- and moderate-income households, aiming for construction of at least 20 units that meet these sizes, to meet the needs of female-headed, single-parent, and large-family households of all income levels (possible incentives will include reduced setbacks, reduced parking requirements, and technical assistance with applications for funding).
▪ Continue to streamline the environmental review process for housing developments to the extent possible, using available state categorical exemptions and federal categorical exclusions, when applicable.
▪ Monitor HCD’s website annually for Notices of Funding Ability (NOFA) and, where appropriate, prepare or support applications for funding for Annually pursue State, Federal and other funding opportunities to increase the supply of safe, decent, affordable housing in Kingsburg for lower-income households (including extremely low-income households), such as seniors, disabled (including persons with developmental disabilities), farmworkers, the homeless, and those at risk of homelessness. ▪ Facilitate the approval process for land divisions, lot line adjustments, and/or specific plans or master plans resulting in parcel sizes that enable affordable housing development, and process fee deferrals related to the subdivision for projects affordable to lower-income households. ▪ Work with developers of multifamily and affordable housing projects to identify site opportunities in higher-resource areas and areas with higher median incomes to reduce concentrations of poverty and improve access to resources.
▪ Annually contact affordable housing developers to explore affordable housing opportunities. ▪ Expand the City’s affordable housing inventory by 80 units over the next eight years (including the 46- unit Marion Villas Apartments) – 10 extremely low-income, 30 very low-income, and 40 low-income units
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Program 89: Support Funding for Farmworker Housing
The farming industry is the foundation of the County’s economy base. According to the United States Department of Agriculture (USDA) National Agricultural Statistics Service (NASS) 20127), about 58,600 37,819 workers were employed in farm labor throughout the Ccounty, indicating a significant need to provide housing for farmworkers and their families, particularly during peak harvest seasons.

Timeframe and Objectives:

The City will provide technical support and offer incentives to Continue to support and encourage other agencies and housing developers, such as the Fresno Housing Authority and Self-Help Enterprises, in the application of funds for farmworker housing, including State HCD and USDA Rural Development loans and grants and other funding sources that may become available. The City will Ccontinue to offer incentives such as gap financing (as funding is available), density bonus, streamlined processing, and the minor deviation process to facilitate the development of farmworker housing.

Annually monitor the The City will annually monitor the status of farmworker housing as part of the City’s its annual report to HCD on Housing Element progress and evaluate if City efforts are effective in facilitating the provision of farmworker housing. If appropriate, make necessary changes to enhance opportunities and incentives for farmworker housing development.

Program 912: Preserving At-Risk Units Assisted Housing
Preserving the existing affordable housing stock is a cost-effective approach to providing affordable housing in Kingsburg. The City must guard against the loss of housing units available to lower-income households. As of September 2022, there are 48 affordable units at Linmar, 101 affordable units at Park Kingsburg, and 38 units at Kingsburg Apartments that are considered at risk of conversion to market rate in the next 10 years. For complexes at risk of converting to market rate, the City shall: This City has a total of 187 publicly assisted rental units in three projects. In addition, a new 46-unit senior housing development is under construction. No publicly assisted rental housing units are considered at risk of converting to market-rate housing before December 31, 2025
Timeframe and Objectives:
▪ Contact property owners of units at risk of converting to market-rate housing within one year of affordability expiration to discuss the City’s desire to preserve complexes as affordable housing. ▪ Coordinate with owners of expiring subsidies to ensure the required notices to tenants are sent out at 3 years, 12 months, and 6 months
▪ Continue to monitor status of affordable housing projects. If projects become at risk of converting to market-rate housing:
▪ Monitor the status of any Notice of Intent and Plan of Action filed by property owners to convert to market-rate units.
▪ Reach out to agencies interested in purchasing and/or managing at-risk units Identify nonprofit organizations as potential purchasers/managers of at-risk housing units.

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▪ Work with tenants to provide education regarding tenant rights and conversion procedures pursuant to California law.
▪ Continue to seek partnerships with affordable housing providers and pursue funding opportunities as they become available to ensure the continued affordability of at-risk units. The City will review funding opportunities annually and apply as opportunities become available. ▪ Explore funding sources available to purchase affordability covenants on at-risk projects, transfer ownership of at-risk projects to public or nonprofit agencies, purchase existing buildings to replace atrisk units, or construct replacement units. ▪ Ensure the tenants are properly noticed and informed of their rights and eligibility to obtain special Housing Choice Vouchers reserved for tenants of converted HUD properties.

Program 1013: Encourage and Facilitate Accessory Units (Second Units) An accessory dwelling unit (ADU),A second unit (sometimes called an “accessory dwelling unit” or “granny flat”), is an additional self-contained living unit either attached to or detached from the primary residential unit on a single lot. It has cooking, eating, sleeping, and full sanitation facilities. Second units ADUs can be an important source of affordable housing given that they are generally less expensive to construct due to their typically smaller sizes and have no associated land costs. The City will encourage the construction of ADUs, particularly in predominantly single-family neighborhoods with higher median incomes, such as the Kamm/Madsen neighborhood, to reduce concentrations of lower-income households through the following actions, which are aimed at providing an increased supply of affordable units throughout the city, thereby increasing access to resources and facilitating housing mobility opportunities for lower-income households:

Timeframe and Objectives:
▪ By 2019, consider fee reductions for second units and Continue to implement a the public education program advertising the opportunity for second units through ADUs by updating informational handouts and brochures about ADUs that are available on the City’s website and at the public planning counter annually, or as needed to reflect changes in State law. ▪ Provide informational materials on ADU opportunities to all discretionary land use applicants. ▪ At least annually, publish informational materials pertaining to ADUs through a combination of media, including the City’s social media accounts and direct mailing. ▪ By December 2024, identify and implement incentives for construction of ADUs with new development, which may include deferred collection of impact fees for the square footage associated with the ADU.
▪ Make pre-approved ADU plans available on the City website.

Program 1116: Zoning Code Amendments
In compliance with State laws, the City will amend its Zoning Code to address the provision of a variety of housing options, especially housing for special needs groups. Specifically, tThe City will amend the Zoning Municipal Code to address the following development standards and barriers to special-needs housing opportunities:

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▪ Density Bonus: Adopt a Density Bonus provision in 2023 to comply with California’s density bonus law (California Government Code Section 65915, as revised) and promote the use of density bonuses for lower-income units by providing information through a brochure in City buildings and on the City’s website Consistent with Government Code, a density bonus up to 35 percent over the otherwise maximum allowable residential density under the applicable zoning district will be available to developers who provide affordable housing as part of their projects. Developers of affordable housing will also be entitled to receive incentives on a sliding scale to a maximum of three, where the amount of density bonus and number of incentives vary according to the amount of affordable housing units provided.
▪ Accessory Dwelling Units: Amend the Zoning Code, including the Form Based Code, to define ADUs and replace references to “second dwelling units” and to be consistent with the latest State legislation related to ADUs, ensuring that ADUs are permitted in all zones that permit single-family or multifamily uses, and permit the construction of a junior accessory dwelling unit (JADU) on each lot in addition to an ADU, in accordance with California Government Code Section 65852.2. ▪ Emergency Shelters: Allow emergency shelters without a conditional use permit or other discretionary permit in the Highway Commercial zoning district subject to standards outlined in Kingsburg Municipal Code 17.44.020 (B)(q)) and pursuant to Government Code Section 65583(a)(4)(I) and amend the definition of emergency shelters to clarify that emergency shelters may include other non-permanent housing interventions, such as a navigation center, bridge housing, and respite or recuperative care.
▪ Low-Barrier Navigation Centers: Permit low-barrier navigation centers, defined as low-barrier, temporary service-enriched shelters to help homeless individuals and families to quickly obtain permanent housing by-right in zones where mixed uses are allowed or in nonresidential zones that permit multifamily housing (Government Code Section 65662; AB 101). ▪ Definition of Family: Amend the definition of “family” in the Kingsburg Zoning Ordinance in compliance with state law. Remove the definition of family in the Zoning Code, or amend the definition to ensure it does not differentiate between related and unrelated individuals, or impose a numerical limit on the number of persons in a family
▪ Small Residential Care Facilities: Allow residential care facilities for six or fewer persons, in accordance with Health and Safety Code Section 1568.0831, and allow residential care facilities for more than six persons with administrative approval, in all zones that permit residential uses of the same type, in accordance with the City’s definition of family. Amend the Zoning Code the address the provision of small residential care facilities in the RA zone ▪ Farmworker/Employee Housing: Treat employee/farmworker housing that serves six or fewer persons as a single-family structure and permit it in the same manner as other single-family structures of the same type within the same zone across all zones that allow single-family residential uses. Treat employee/farmworker housing consisting of no more than Comply with the Employee Housing Act which requires farmworker housing up to 12 units or 36 beds be considered as an agricultural use and permitted in any zone that permits agricultural uses, and employee housing for six or fewer employees are to be treated as a single family structure and permitted it in the same manner as other agricultural A D D E N D U M T O T H E G E N E R A L P L A N E I R F O R T H E 2023 – 2031 H O U S I N G E L E M E N T U P D A T E

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uses dwellings of the same type in the same zone, in compliance with the California Employee Housing Act, and allow for a streamlined, ministerial approval process for projects on land designated as agricultural or land that allows agricultural uses (Health and Safety Code Sections 17021.5, 17021.6, and 17021.8).
▪ Single-Room Occupancy Units (SRO) Housing: Define single-room occupancy units in compliance with Government Code Section 65583(c)(1) and identify at least one zone where they will be permitted. Amend the Zoning Code to address the provision of SRO housing ▪ Transitional and Supportive Housing: Permit transitional housing and supportive housing as residential uses only subject to those restrictions that apply to other residential dwellings of the same type in the same zone (Government Code Section 65583(a)(5)), including in the CC and FBC-3 zones.

Additionally, allow supportive housing without discretionary review in multifamily and mixed-use zones (Government Code Section 65651).
▪ Mobile Homes/Manufactured Homes: Allow and permit mobile homes/manufactured housing on permanent foundations in the same manner and in the same zone as conventional or stick-built structures are permitted (Government Code Section 65852.3).Amend the Zoning code to subject permanently sited manufactured homes built to the HUD Code to the same rules as site-built homes in the same zones. Currently manufactured homes are subject to an Administrative Review where sitebuilt homes are permitted by right ▪ Minimum Site Area: Amend the requirements for the RM-2.0 zone such that the Minimum Site Area Per Dwelling Unit is 2,000 sq. ft. instead of 2,500 sq. ft. ▪ Rezoning and redesignation to Address the RHNA: To address the 2023-2031 RHNA, amend the General Plan and/or Zoning Code to create a new zoning district, to provide adequate sites to address the shortfall in units to address the lower income RHNA of 409 units (the City’s lower income RHNA number). Redesignating and rezoning parcels with APNs 39425116, 39425117, 39602019, and 39421007 in Table 1H-4 will address the shortfall of suitably designated and zoned sites to address the lower-income RHNA. The allowed base density in the new residential land use designation and zoning district applied to these sites will be a maximum of 25 dwelling units per acre, with a minimum density of 20 dwelling units per acre. With the proposed allowed density, each site will permit at least 16 units on the site. All of these sites shall be designated for residential use only. Implementation will include meeting all the requirements per Government Code section 65583.2, subdivisions (h) and (i).

Development standards will be established or modified as to facilitate development to achieve maximum density. The redesignation and rezoning of the parcels to address the lower income shortfall must be completed within one year of the beginning of the 6th Cycle Housing Element planning period, which is December 31, 2024.
▪ Parking Standards: Evaluate and reduce parking requirements for multifamily projects. Create a sliding scale and reduce the requirements below two spaces for smaller bedroom types to 1 space or less (studio and 1-bedroom). Two spaces can be required for larger multifamily units as long as that is inclusive of guest parking. The garage requirement will be removed for all multifamily projects. ▪ Reasonable Accommodation: Establish a reasonable accommodation procedure to provide flexibility in policies, rules, and regulations in order to allow persons with disabilities access to housing.

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Program 1217: Monitoring of Growth Management System
Pursuant to State law, the City must ensure that its policies and regulations governing residential uses in the Ccity do not preclude the City from meeting its RHNA for all income levels. The City’s current Growth Management System provides adequate allocations to meet the overall RHNA. The City will monitor its annual and cumulative allocations to ensure that remaining allocations can accommodate its RHNA for all income levels.

Timeframe and Objectives:
▪ Continue to monitor the various fees charged by the CityThe City will analyze housing-related development fees on an annual basis to ensure they do not unduly constrain housing development. As part of the analysis process, the City will meet with developers at least once by December 2025 to request input regarding constraints associated with fees. Based on feedback received, reduce fees if found to be a constraint by bringing an updated fee schedule to the City Council. ▪ As appropriate, consider incentives such as Further, the City will offer deferred or reduced fees to facilitate affordable housing development, as appropriate.

Program 1423: Fresno County Housing Assistance Rehabilitation Program (HARP) This program provides loans to qualifying homeowners, including owners of mobile or manufactured homes, in the unincorporated Ccounty and participating cities for the improvement of their homes. The City of Kingsburg is a participating jurisdiction city. Eligible improvements include energy efficiency upgrades and installations, health and safety and hazard corrections, and accessibility modifications to reduce displacement risk and facilitate place-based revitalization. Loan terms under this program vary according to household income and the improvements and repairs that are needed. The City will:

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Timeframe and Objectives:
▪ Promote available housing rehabilitation resources on the City’s website and at public counters. ▪ Conduct targeted outreach to inform property owners of rehabilitation assistance in neighborhoods with older housing units, such as the Bicentennial Park neighborhood and east of SR 99. ▪ Refer interested households to the County program. with the goal of assisting four low-income households during the planning period
▪ Target promotion in areas of need to assist in reducing displacement risk for residents by improving living conditions and enabling them to stay in their home and community.

Program 1524: Fresno County Rental Rehabilitation Program (RRP) This program provides no-interest loans to qualifying property owners in the unincorporated Ccounty and participating cities for making improvements to their rental properties to reduce displacement risk for renters.

The City of Kingsburg is a participating city in the RRP and provides information to property owners. Eligible improvements include repairing code deficiencies, completing deferred maintenance, lead-based paint and asbestos abatement, heating, ventilation, and air conditioning (HVAC) HVAC repairs, energy-efficiency upgrades, accessibility modifications, and kitchen and bathroom upgrades. The City will:

Timeframe and Objectives:
▪ Promote available housing rehabilitation resources on the City’s website and at public counters. ▪ Refer interested property owners to the County program. ▪ Target promotion in areas of concentrated renter households or older housing stock to assist in reducing displacement risk for residents by improving living conditions and enabling them to stay in their home and community.

Program 1625: Code Enforcement
The City’s will continue to use code enforcement and abatement processes to bring substandard housing units and residential properties into compliance with City codes. The City will also Building Division is in charge of enforcing the City’s building codes with the objective of protecting the health and safety of residents.

Timeframe and Objectives:
▪ Continue to utilize code enforcement and substandard abatement processes to bring substandard housing units and residential properties into compliance with city codes. ▪ Rrefer income-eligible households to County housing rehabilitation programs for assistance in making the code corrections. Targeted efforts to improve housing conditions in areas of need will facilitate place-based revitalization and assist in reducing displacement risk for residents by improving living conditions and enabling them to remain in their home and community.

Program 1927: Energy Conservation
The City will continue to promote s energy conservation in housing development and rehabilitation.:

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Timeframe and Objectives:
▪ Promote California HERO and YGRENE programs by providing links on the City website and making brochures available at City counters.
▪ Consider incentives to promote green building techniques and features in 2017, and as appropriate, adopt incentives in 2018.
▪ Continue to promote and support Pacific Gas and Electric (PG&E) Company programs that provide energy-efficiency rebates for qualifying energy-efficient upgrades by providing a link to PG&E programs on the City website and making available brochures available about PG&E programs at City counters.
▪ Expedite review and approval of alternative energy devices (e.g., solar panels). ▪ Assist lower-income households with energy efficiency through the County’s Housing Assistance Rehabilitation Program.
▪ Encourage developers to be innovative in designing energy-efficient homes and improving the energy efficiency for new construction
Program 2028: Housing Choice Vouchers
The Housing Choice Voucher (HCV) Program extends rental subsidies to extremely low- and very low-income households, including families, seniors, and the disabled. The program offers a voucher that pays the difference between the current fair market rent (FMR) as established by the United States Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD) and what a tenant can afford to pay (i.e., 30 percent of household income). The Fresno Housing Authority administers the housing choice voucher HCV program in Fresno County.

Timeframe and Objectives:
▪ Provide a link to the Fresno Housing Authority’s HCV program webpage on the City’s website by February 2024 information on the HCV program on City website and public counters in 2016. ▪ Meet with the Fresno Housing Authority by June 2024 to discuss the process of developing printed informational materials, with the goal of making materials available at public counters by June 2025. ▪ Refer interested households to the Fresno Housing Authority and encourage landlords to register their properties with the Housing Authority for accepting HCVs. ▪ Work with the Housing Authority to disseminate information to landlords and property owners on incentives for participating in the HCV program throughout the Ccity neighborhoods with varying income levels to promote housing opportunities for all residents. ▪ Refer interested households to the Fresno Housing Authority and encourage landlords to register their properties with the Housing Authority for accepting HCVs.

Program 2129: Housing Discrimination Monitoring and Referral Fair Housing The Fresno Housing Authority publicizes all information related to housing opportunities, programs and fairhousing information and assistance in English, Spanish, Hmong, French, German, Chinese, Arabic, Dutch, Italian, Korean, Portuguese, and Russian. However, while all public notices and information on the Housing Authority website are translated into all of the previously mentioned languages, general circulation of A D D E N D U M T O T H E G E N E R A L P L A N E I R F O R T H E 2023 – 2031 H O U S I N G E L E M E N T U P D A T E

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information and secondary links, such as applications, are available only in English. The City will coordinate with the Housing Authority, Fresno Council of Governments (FCOG), and other Fresno County jurisdictions to develop Spanish-language printed materials to improve accessibility to Residents in the Central Valley, including Fresno County, can access fair housing services provided by the Fair Housing Council of Central Valley (FHCCC). FHCCC offers mediation, counseling, advocacy, research, and fair housing training and workshops for residents as well as housing providers. Other fair housing resources for residents. include the Fresno Housing Authority, Fair Housing and Equal Opportunity (FHEO) division of HUD, and the State Department of Fair Employment and Housing (DFEH). The City will assist in promoting fair housing resources available in the region. If additional languages become more prevalent in the county, materials will be translated into those languages as needed.

The City will also:

Timeframe and Objectives:
▪ Establish a procedure to refer residents with fair housing questions or issues to the Fair Housing Council of Central Valley (FHC-CC), California Rural Legal Aid (CLRA), and other fair housing organizations.
▪ Provide fair housing information on the City’s website and in printed materials available in public buildings in both English and Spanish.
▪ Coordinate with local fair housing service providers to conduct biannual trainings for landlords and tenants on fair housing laws, rights, and responsibilities and ongoing access to legal counseling. ▪ Participate in the Fresno Urban County’s efforts in updating the Analysis of Impediments to Fair Housing Choice required by the CDBG program.
▪ Work collaboratively with other jurisdictions in the region to provide education to lenders, real estate professionals, and the community at large.
▪ Actively advertise fair housing resources at the public counter, community service agencies, public libraries, and City website.
▪ Refer fair housing complaints to HUD, DEFH, Fair Housing Council of Central California, and other housing agencies, as appropriate

1.3.2.2 COMBINED AND AMENDED PROGRAMS
The following programs were combined and amended as one program to aid in their implementation, as they were similar in intent.
▪ Program 3: Provisions of Adequate Sites and Program 4: Monitoring of Residential Capacity (No Net Loss) were combined as one program – Program 4: Provision of Adequate Sites Program 4: Provision of Adequate Sites
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development. The suitability of these sites has been determined based on the development standards in place and their ability to facilitate the development of housing to meet the needs of the City’s current and future residents, pursuant to State laws. The City will:
▪ Maintain and annually update the inventory of residential land resources for internal purposes. ▪ Monitor the availability of sites appropriate for lower-income housing in keeping with state “no net loss” provisions (Government Code Section 65863), if development projects are approved at densities lower than anticipated in the sites inventory, and, if necessary, rezone sufficient sites to accommodate the RHNA within 180 days, ensuring that there is sufficient higher-density residential land available in areas throughout the city to deconcentrate poverty.
▪ Monitor the progress of pipeline projects identified in the land inventory. If pipeline projects to not proceed as anticipated, the City will identify additional sites or take other actions as appropriate to meet the RHNA.
▪ Monitor and report residential development through the HCD annual report process. ▪ Promote the use of Form Based Code in the downtown area by providing technical assistance to interested developers.
▪ Actively participate in the development of the next RHNA Plan to ensure that the allocations are reflective of the regional and local land use goals and policies. ▪ Program 17: Fresno County Homebuyer Assistance Program (HAP) and Program 18: First-Time Homebuyer Resources were combined as one program – Program 26: Fresno County Homebuyer Assistance Program
Program 26: Fresno County Homebuyer Assistance Program
The City of Kingsburg participates in the County’s Homebuyer Assistance Program (HAP), which is administered through the Fresno County Housing Authority. To reduce displacement risk of homeowners being priced out of the community and to facilitate housing mobility opportunities, this program assists lower-income families with purchasing their first home by providing a zero-interest, deferred payment loan that does not exceed 20 percent of the purchase price of the single-family residence (plus loan closing costs). Households earning up to 80 percent of the area median income (AMI) in unincorporated Fresno County and participating cities are eligible for this program. The City will:
▪ Promote available homebuyer resources on the City’s website and at public counters. ▪ Refer interested households to the County program with the goal of assisting four households. ▪ Promote the availability of this program, particularly in areas with concentrations of renters, particularly lower-income renters, by providing multilingual informational materials at public buildings and community locations and will post the program on the City’s website.

Kingsburg residents also have access to several homebuyer assistance programs offered by the California Housing Finance Agency (CalHFA), through the Fresno County Public Works and Planning Department, Community Development Division.

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▪ Mortgage Credit Certificate (MCC): The MCC Tax Credit is a federal credit that can reduce potential federal income tax liability, creating additional net spendable income that borrowers may use toward their monthly mortgage payment. This MCC Tax Credit program may enable first-time homebuyers to convert a portion of their annual mortgage interest into a direct dollar-for-dollar tax credit on their U.S. individual income tax returns.
▪ CalPLUS Conventional Program: This is a first mortgage loan insured through private mortgage insurance on the conventional market. The interest rate on the CalPLUS Conventional is fixed throughout the 30-year term. The CalPLUS Conventional is combined with a CalHFA Zero Interest Program (ZIP), which is a deferred-payment junior loan of three percent of the first mortgage loan amount, for down payment assistance.
▪ CalHFA Conventional Program: This is a first mortgage loan insured through private mortgage insurance on the conventional market. The interest rate on the CalHFA Conventional is fixed throughout the 30-year term.

The City will promote all available homebuyer resources on the City’s website and at public counters and will annually review funding resources available at the state and federal levels and pursue as appropriate to provide homebuyer assistance.

1.3.3 New Programs
The following 13 new programs represent additions to the existing General Plan:
▪ Program 3: Homeless/Unhoused Needs
The City will cooperate with neighboring cities, the County, and other agencies in the development of programs aimed at providing homeless shelters and related services. During this coordination, the City will monitor the demographic composition of the unhoused population to identify needs for targeted resources and determine what efforts to take, such as providing education on financial assistance and identifying specific programs that are available. The City will also support local homeless service providers, agencies, and other community organizations to pursue funding from available sources for homeless services. ▪ Program 5: Residential in Highway Commercial District Land designated as Highway Commercial provides a currently untapped opportunity for higher density multifamily development in close proximity to services, transit, and residential districts. Similar to the Central Commercial district, the Highway Commercial district is located near State Route 99 and adjacent to a variety of residential districts. Currently, parcels designated Highway Commercial in the northwest portion of the city have a Mixed-Use overlay that allows for residential development on a case-by-case basis. To facilitate additional opportunities for higher density residential development and address the 2023–2031 Regional Housing Needs Allocation (RHNA), the City will amend the General Plan and Zoning Ordinance to allow 20 units per acre or greater by-right in the Highway Commercial district with a maximum building height of 50 feet. There will be no minimum density on these sites. The City intends to amend the General Plan Land Use map and text, as well as the Zoning Ordinance and zoning map, as part A D D E N D U M T O T H E G E N E R A L P L A N E I R F O R T H E 2023 – 2031 H O U S I N G E L E M E N T U P D A T E

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of this program, for all sites in the Highway Commercial district listed in Table 1H-4 of Section 1H-2, Sites Inventory, of this Housing Element.
▪ Program 6: Annexation Area
The Housing Element is relying on the Kings Estates V annexations to satisfy 104 units of its above moderate-income RHNA allocation. The project has already received allocations under the Growth Management System from the City of Kingsburg. Due to the parcels’ proximity to the city and adjacency to Phases II and III of the larger Kings Estates development, the site is not expected to face any barriers to annexation. Annexation of Kings Estates V is expected to be approved by the Fresno Local Agency Formation Commission (LAFCO) by early 2025. If the annexation of this project is not approved, this program will also be used to find alternative housing opportunities to accommodate at least 97 above moderate-income units by December 2026 to meet the RHNA. ▪ Program 10: Farmworker Preference in New Affordable Housing For new affordable housing projects developed with City assistance, incentives, and/or subject to City requirements, the City will require that the developer give qualified farmworker households a preference for 10 percent of the new units. Should demand from farmworker households be insufficient to fill the set-aside units, then the units will be made available to other qualified households. The City will annually reach out to affordable housing developers to gather interest and input on how to best implement this program and will provide information on available funding. ▪ Program 11: Extremely Low-Income Households
Assembly Bill (AB) 2634 requires the quantification and analysis of existing and projected housing needs for extremely low-income households. To support the development or rehabilitation of SRO units and/or other units affordable to extremely low-income households, such as supportive and multifamily units, the City will continue to seek and pursue state and federal funds to offer a variety of incentives or concessions, such as:
o Provide financial support annually, as available, to organizations that provide counseling, information, education, support, housing services/referrals, and/or legal advice to extremely lowincome households, to mitigate risk of displacement and support housing stability for extremely low-income households, persons with disabilities, farmworkers, and persons experiencing homelessness.
o Expand regulatory incentives for the development of units affordable to extremely low-income households and housing for special-needs groups, persons with disabilities (including developmental disabilities), and individuals and families in need of emergency/transitional housing.
o Encourage the provision of affordable housing for young adults, particularly former foster youth and young mothers, through planning consultations, streamlined permit processing, and funding assistance.
o Encourage the development of SRO facilities, transitional and supportive housing, and other special housing arrangements, including committing City funds to help affordable housing developers provide SRO facilities consistent with the SRO Ordinance A D D E N D U M T O T H E G E N E R A L P L A N E I R F O R T H E 2023 – 2031 H O U S I N G E L E M E N T U P D A T E

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▪ Program 14: Replacement Units
To reduce displacement risk and in accordance with California Government Code Section 65583.2(g), the City will require replacement housing units subject to the requirements of California Government Code Section 65915(c)(3) on sites identified in the sites inventory when any new development (residential, mixeduse, or nonresidential) occurs on a site that has been occupied by or restricted for the use of lower-income households at any time during the previous five years.

This requirement applies to:
o Non-vacant sites;
o Vacant sites with previous residential uses that have been vacated or demolished. ▪ Program 15: Housing for a Variety of Needs
The City will encourage housing types to address the housing needs of a variety of household types, sizes, and incomes. This could include duplexes, townhomes, apartment buildings, and condominiums in neighborhoods and new subdivisions. This will help to identify innovative and alternative housing options, providing greater flexibility and affordability in the housing stock while promoting mixed-income development. This may include consideration for further reduction in regulatory barriers for community land trusts, tiny houses, microhomes, cottage homes, small lot subdivisions, and other alternative housing types, as well as exploration of a variety of densities and housing types in all zoning districts.

The City will use the findings of this program to target development of a variety of housing types in areas of predominantly single-family development and of concentrated overpayment to reduce displacement risk, promote inclusion, and support integration of housing types based on income. ▪ Program 18: Reasonable Accommodations and Universal Design The City will develop and formalize a general process that a person with physical and developmental disabilities can use to make a reasonable accommodation request to accommodate the needs of persons with disabilities and streamline the permit review process. The City will provide information to individuals with disabilities regarding reasonable accommodation policies, practices, and procedures based on the guidelines from HCD. This information will be available through postings and pamphlets at the public counter and on the City’s website.

The City will also implement State requirements (Sections 4450 to 4460 of the California Government Code and Title 24 of the California Code of Regulations) to include accessibility in housing and public facilities for persons with disabilities:
o Encourage housing developers to include mobility-impaired accessibility in their project designs and prioritize these types of projects to increase housing mobility opportunities for seniors and persons with disabilities.
o Review regulations and procedures for City-funded or operated housing programs to ensure that they do not exclude participation by persons with disabilities.

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o Include accessibility considerations in the preparation of the City’s capital improvement plan and the allocation of funding for capital improvements in support of housing and residential neighborhoods for persons with physical or developmental disabilities. ▪ Program 19: Lot Consolidation
To create additional opportunities for infill development and affordable housing, the City will help to facilitate lot consolidations to combine small lots identified as part of a larger site in the Housing Element into larger developable lots for housing. The City will meet with local developers and property owners to discuss development opportunities and incentives for lot consolidation to accommodate affordable housing units and consider additional incentives brought forth by developers. As developers and owners approach the City with interest in lot consolidation for the development of affordable housing, the City could defer certain fees, allow more height or additional stories, waive lot merger fees for certain small contiguous lots, and provide concurrent/fast tracking of project application reviews to developers who provide affordable housing. By 2026, the City will review the effectiveness of this program and revise as appropriate. The City will also evaluate grant funding for parcel assemblage land banking when it is available.
▪ Program 21: Preliminary Applications (SB 330) and Streamlined Approval (SB 35) The City will continue to review projects in compliance with SB 330. The City will also establish a written policy and/or procedure, and other guidance as appropriate, to specify the SB 35 streamlining approval process and standards for eligible projects under Government Code Section 65913.4. The applications will be available on the City’s website for developers interested in pursuing the streamlined process or vesting rights.
▪ Program 22: Objective Design Standards
The City will develop objective design guidelines and revise existing standards to remove subjective standards and provide clear and objective standards related to single-family, multifamily, and mixed-use residential developments for the “Swedish Village.” This work will include objective standards for the MXU district.
▪ Program 30: Improve Access to Resources
The City shall take the following actions to improve access to resources and opportunities citywide, but with a particular emphasis on place-based revitalization in neighborhoods with a concentration of lowerincome residents who often face additional barriers in accessing resources:
o Work with Fresno County Rural Transit Agency (FCRTA) and other jurisdictions in the county to develop a fact sheet, or similar informational materials, of FCRTA programs to be posted on the City’s website, social media, and in public buildings by January 2026, and advertised annually in the City’s newsletter to help connect seniors and other residents to services in the city and throughout the county. Once informational materials area available, conduct targeted outreach in areas with higher rates of seniors and persons with disabilities within six months, including on the south side of the city and to age-restricted senior housing complexes.

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o Prioritize projects that facilitate place-based revitalization through the City’s Capital Improvement Plan, such as projects that improve public infrastructure in deteriorating or underserved areas.

Review funding opportunities that will allow the City to fund projects currently listed as unfunded in the CIP to invest in community amenities such as water and sewer infrastructure, parks and recreation facilities or active transportation facilities on an annual basis and apply as they become available. Apply for funding for at least two community amenities projects during the planning period.
o Ensure program availability and funding announcements are made available in Spanish starting with six months of Housing Element adoption and translation is available at public meetings.

Provide translation services as requested, at least 10 public meetings during the planning period. o Facilitate place-based revitalization and promote healthy environments for new housing by evaluating transitional buffers between residential and agricultural uses and highways and working with developers as projects are proposed to mitigate impacts associated with emissions from agricultural industries and traffic and facilitate access to healthy outdoor spaces. o To promote environmental justice, the City shall implement strategies from its General Plan, adopted July 1992, including implementing noise mitigation measures along the railroad line in the Central Business District; maintaining a standard of 2.7 acres of parkland per 1000 residents; and providing open space areas such as pedestrian parkways and other landscaped corridors as connectors between parks, schools, residential areas, and other activity centers where possible.

Implement strategies from other elements of the General Plan listed above on at least an annual basis.
o Meet with school district representatives by June 2025 to analyze whether housing security poses a barrier to student achievement. Work with the school district to assist in securing grant funding for teacher recruitment and retention bonuses, classroom materials, and other incentives for teachers to facilitate positive learning environments citywide. If district representatives identify housing availability as a barrier to teacher retention, conduct a feasibility study to identify the funding that would be required to provide teacher housing or other housing incentives for teachers by June 2028.
▪ Program 31: Neighborhood Improvements
o The City shall promote environmental justice and maintain and revitalize neighborhoods citywide, with a particular focus on areas of lower opportunity and concentrated poverty. Targeted investment in neighborhood revitalization will focus on improving infrastructure, schools, employment, parks, transportation and other community amenities. The City shall adopt and implement an Active Transportation Plan and Parks Master Plan in order to be more competitive in grant applications, as this will facilitate place-based revitalization through increased investment in transportation and parkways.
o In order to address environmental disparities or negative environmental impacts, particularly related to air quality, the City will conduct citywide outreach to publicize available residential and commercial programs from non-City sources, such as the San Joaquin Valley Air Pollution Control District, on an annual basis. The City will also investigate the availability of additional funds and programs to mitigate air quality issues, particularly in buildings with low-income tenants and for A D D E N D U M T O T H E G E N E R A L P L A N E I R F O R T H E 2023 – 2031 H O U S I N G E L E M E N T U P D A T E

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low-income homeowners, as well as funding that can be used to incentivize air quality improvement strategies on projects with lower- or moderate-income units, such as the installation of green roofs.

The City will seek this funding on an annual basis and apply as opportunities become available, then make funding available for the applicable strategy within six months of receipt. As is discussed in Program 30, the City will also study transitional buffer areas between residential uses and highways or agricultural uses to mitigate associated issues related to air quality and will identify environmental mitigation strategies on at least two projects during the planning period related to air quality issues. Additionally, the City will actively recruit residents from areas of concentrated poverty to serve on boards, committees, and task forces as vacancies are available, including the Planning Commission, Community Services Commission and Public Safety Committee to facilitate place-based revitalization by encourage representation from areas in high need of investment. ▪ Program 32: Facilitate Housing Co-Located with Religious and Community Facilities o Religious and Community Facilities sites provide a unique opportunity to provide affordable housing on properties that may have surplus land available. Additionally, these sites may support affordable housing options that could provide additional support services on site. o AB 1851 allows faith-based organizations like churches and other places of worship to reduce or eliminate parking requirements when they seek to build affordable housing on land they own or lease. AB 1851 allows faith-based organizations to build housing on their parking lots and prohibits cities from requiring the replacement of those parking spaces. The City will also outreach to promote and encourage the use of SB 4 provisions to facilitate and streamline affordable housing on these properties.
o The City will evaluate opportunities to facilitate co-location of housing on Religious and Community Facilities sites through a Zoning Code amendment and collaborate with faith-based organizations to support viable, voluntary opportunities. The City will outreach to faith-based organizations to discuss the possibilities of developing affordable housing on land they own or lease. The City aims to accommodate at least 35 additional lower income units on properties owned by faith-based organizations during the planning period. The City will target the colocation of housing in higher income, higher opportunity areas.

1.4 PURPOSE OF AN EIR ADDENDUM
According to CEQA Guidelines Section 15164(a), an addendum shall be prepared if some changes or additions to a previously adopted EIR are necessary, but none of the conditions enumerated in CEQA Guidelines Sections 15162(a)(1)–(3) calling for the preparation of a subsequent EIR have occurred. As stated in CEQA Guidelines Section 15162 (Subsequent EIRs and Negative Declarations):

When an EIR has been certified or negative declaration adopted for a project, no subsequent EIR shall be prepared for that project unless the lead agency determines, on the basis of substantial evidence in the light of the whole record, one or more of the following:

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(1) Substantial changes are proposed in the project which will require major revisions of the previous EIR or negative declaration due to the involvement of new significant environmental effects or a substantial increase in the severity of previously identified significant effects; (2) Substantial changes occur with respect to the circumstances under which the project is undertaken which will require major revisions of the previous EIR or negative declaration due to the involvement of new significant environmental effects or a substantial increase in the severity of previously identified significant effects; or (3) New information of substantial importance, which was not known and could not have been known with the exercise of reasonable diligence at the time the previous EIR was certified as complete or negative declaration was adopted, shows any of the following:
(a) The project will have one or more significant effects not discussed in the previous EIR or negative declaration;
(b) Significant effects previously examined will be substantially more severe than shown in the previous EIR;
(c) Mitigation Programs or alternatives previously found not to be feasible would in fact be feasible and would substantially reduce one or more significant effects of the project, but the project proponents decline to adopt the mitigation Program or alternative; or (d) Mitigation Programs or alternatives which are considerably different from those analyzed in the previous EIR would substantially reduce one or more significant effects on the environment, but the project proponents decline to adopt the mitigation Program or alternative.

1.4.1 Rationale for Preparing an EIR Addendum
Because all the sites included in the proposed Housing Element are already designated for residential development, and none of the development standards would be altered as a result of the proposed project, there are no new significant environmental effects or a substantial increase in the severity of previously identified significant effects requiring major revisions to the General Plan EIR. Development impacts are addressed through policies in the General Plan, the City’s municipal code, and adopted engineering standards.

As all future development projects must be consistent with the General Plan, and physical impacts from development were anticipated in the General Plan EIR, the proposed project does not meet any of the conditions outlined in CEQA Guidelines Section 15162 that would require a subsequent EIR.

As stated in CEQA Guidelines Section 15164 (Addendum to an EIR):
(a) The lead agency or responsible agency shall prepare an addendum to a previously certified EIR if some changes or additions are necessary but none of the conditions described in Section 15162 calling for preparation of a subsequent EIR have occurred. (b) An addendum to an adopted negative declaration may be prepared if only minor technical changes or additions are necessary or none of the conditions described in Section 15162 calling for the preparation of a subsequent EIR or negative declaration have occurred.

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(c) An addendum need not be circulated for public review but can be included in or attached to the final EIR or adopted negative declaration.
(d) The decision-making body shall consider the addendum with the final EIR or adopted negative declaration prior to making a decision on the project.
(e) A brief explanation of the decision not to prepare a subsequent EIR pursuant to Section 15162 should be included in an addendum to an EIR, the lead agency’s findings on the project, or elsewhere in the record. The explanation must be supported by substantial evidence.

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2.1 ENVIRONMENTAL ANALYSIS
The General Plan contains policies related to land use, circulation, housing, conservation, open space, recreation, noise, and safety. The General Plan is largely designed to be self-mitigating by incorporating policies and implementation programs that address and mitigate environmental impacts related to implementing the General Plan, such as zoning codes and design standards.

Most of the existing Housing Element programs will remain unchanged with the proposed project, and the nine new programs are either informative or would result in no physical change to the environment. Overall, the programs were modified to comply with State law, respond to directives from the California Department of Housing and Community Development (HCD), combine programs with similar intent to aid in implementation, or eliminate programs where the City has already completed the identified task.

2.1.1 Analysis of Programs
As previously described in Section 1.2, the General Plan EIR addresses potentially significant impacts related to agricultural resources, air quality, geology and soils, noise, transportation and circulation, and public facilities and services. The General Plan contains policies related to these environmental topics with potentially significant impacts. The General Plan is largely designed to be self-mitigating by incorporating policies and implementation measures that address and mitigate related environmental impacts, such as zoning codes and design standards.

Table 2 shows that most of the existing Housing Element programs will continue with minor modifications to the proposed project. The proposed Housing Element includes 32 total programs, 19 of which are amended, and 13 are new. The programs were modified to comply with state law reflect current conditions and demand or combine programs with similar intent to aid in implementation. Those modified for state law can already be implemented and represent the existing condition. Placement in the Housing Element was made at the request of HCD.

Of the proposed Housing Element programs, two were found to result in physical change (Program 5 and Program 16), and one would amend the City’s General Plan and Zoning (Program 16). However, these programs would not result in new significant impacts that were not already analyzed in the General Plan EIR.

Moreover, these programs would result in potential environmental impacts but would remain consistent with the previous General Plan EIR analysis.

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vacant sites (45 acres) in the Highway Commercial (HC) zone, 26 with the Mixed-Use (MXU) combined district, and 3 sites without. The MXU district aims to facilitate development in former redevelopment project areas that have a mix of existing uses, blighted structures, and inadequate improvements. The MXU district offers flexibility in land uses, allowing all land uses identified in the City's General Plan, including stand-alone residential under the High-Density Residential designation. Density is not prescribed in the MXU district, and single-family residential use is not allowed. To increase residential development in the HC district, the City has included Program 5 to amend the General Plan and Zoning Ordinance to allow 20 units per acre or greater by right. Development potential on properties zoned HC is assumed to be 22 units per acre. As development would be similar in intensity to the existing commercial development that has occurred or can occur on these sites, the previous General Plan EIR analysis is adequate.

Program 16, Zoning Code Amendments, would amend the zoning code by making development standard changes and removing barriers to special-needs housing (e.g., lot size reduction). These changes would not result in changes to the framework of the General Plan nor the General Plan EIR. All other amendments in the program would be made to comply with State law and would not result in substantial new changes. Program 16 would also amend Zoning Code to create a new residential zoning district, allowing a maximum base density of 25 dwelling units per acre. This allows for at least 16 units per site, all designated for residential use. Objective development standards will be established or modified to achieve maximum density, ensuring that sites are designated for residential use only.

Although the proposed program would amend the City’s zoning, the units identified in the Housing Element update would not exceed the City’s population and housing projections, which are listed in Table II-1 of the General Plan EIR, “Population and Housing - City of Kingsburg, 2000 and 2022, and the North Kingsburg Residential Village When Fully Developed. This table shows 6,549 total housing units and 18,024 residents for the city by 2022. The capacity identified in the Housing Element update is 932 units which, when added to the City’s current number of units, is 5,634 units1(DOF 2023). Thus, there would be 915 fewer units anticipated than the 2022 buildout described and analyzed in the General Plan EIR. Similarly, the estimated number of residents that would be added to the city under full buildout of the 2023–2031 Housing Element is 2,637 residents,
2 which when added to the City’s 2023 population is 15,502 (DOF 2023). Thus, there would be 2,521 fewer residents than the 2022 buildout population described in the General Plan EIR, which is 28,449 residents.

While some of the future development may be ‘by right’ pursuant to changes in state law, future development would still be subject to federal, state, and local policies related to land use, such as the Migratory Bird Treaty Act, wetland conservation, and construction air quality permitting. Additionally, prior to issuance of any building permit, a project applicant is required to pay development impact fees, which would address potential impacts to public services and regional transportation improvements. The policies and regulations identified in the General Plan EIR to reduce physical environmental effects would continue to apply to future development and would reduce impacts to the same significance level as identified in the General Plan EIR. Since the Housing Element update does not affect the land use pattern of the city or result in any physical change to the environment, and because the General Plan EIR evaluated the existing land use pattern and includes policies 1 2023-2031 Housing Element units (932) combined with City’ 2022 estimated housing units from DOF (4,702). 2 2023-2031 Housing Element units (932) multiplied by the DOF 2.83 persons per household for the City of Kingsburg.

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and programs to address environmental impacts, the update to the Housing Element would not result in any new environmental impacts or increase the severity of any environmental impacts previously evaluated in the General Plan EIR. The impacts of the proposed project would be no more substantial than those analyzed in the General Plan EIR. No new mitigation measures are necessary.

2.2 FINDING
The discussion in this addendum confirms that the proposed project has been evaluated for significant impacts pursuant to CEQA. The discussion is meaningfully different than a determination that a project is “exempt” from CEQA review, as the proposed Housing Element update is not exempt. Rather, the determination here is that the General Plan EIR evaluated the physical impacts likely to result from future development. The General Plan EIR provides a sufficient and adequate analysis of the environmental impacts of the proposed Housing Element.

There are no substantial changes in the circumstances or new information that was not known and could not have been known at the time of the adoption of the General Plan EIR. As a result, and for the reasons explained in this addendum, the project would not cause any new significant environmental impacts or substantially increase the severity of significant environmental impacts disclosed in the General Plan EIR. Thus, the proposed project does not trigger any of the conditions in CEQA Guidelines Section 15162 requiring preparation of a subsequent EIR, and the appropriate environmental document as authorized by CEQA Guidelines Section 15164(b) is an addendum. Accordingly, this EIR addendum has been prepared.

The following identifies the standards in Section 15162 of the CEQA Guidelines as they relate to the proposed project. The text that follows the provisions of the law related to the proposed Housing Element.

1. No substantial changes are proposed in the project which would require major revisions of the EIR due to the involvement of new significant environmental effects or a substantial increase in the severity of previously identified significant effects, AND

2. No substantial changes occur with respect to the circumstances under which the project is undertaken which will require major revisions of the previous EIR or negative declaration due to the involvement of new significant environmental effects or a substantial increase in the severity of previously identified significant effects.

The program changes in the proposed Housing Element are limited to complying with State law, combining programs with similar intent to aid in implementation, or eliminating programs where the City has already completed the identified task. As mentioned in Section 2.1.4, Program 5 would result in the rezoning and redesignation; however, this change would not be substantial. All development in the city must be consistent with the General Plan as modified by the proposed project, and if a discretionary action, would also be subject to CEQA.

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and construction monitoring services. As such, there will be no change in the physical impact on the environment associated with future development. All projects in the city must be consistent with the General Plan, and policies identified in the General Plan EIR to reduce physical environmental effects will continue to apply to all future development. Program 5 proposes to modify the zoning and land use designation to add residential uses in a land use designation that currently allows for full coverage of the building site and several story construction with commercial uses. Adding residential uses will not alter the physical impacts of construction beyond those evaluated in the General Plan EIR, though public services may be affected by adding housing in places not previously planned. However, the City’s impact fee program and development review process will ensure that services are available, and adding housing near existing employment and shopping helps reduce vehicle miles traveled, which is considered an environmental benefit. The addition of housing to an existing commercial land use will not change the land use pattern analyzed in the General Plan EIR. Policies identified in the General Plan EIR will continue to apply to all future development and reduce impacts to the same significance level.

3. No new information of substantial importance, which was not known and could not have been known with the exercise of reasonable diligence at the time the EIR was certified shows:
a. The project will not have one or more significant effects not discussed in the previous EIR.

The mitigation measures from the General Plan EIR reduce significant impacts to a less than significant level except for agricultural resources and air quality. The policies identified in the General Plan EIR to reduce physical environmental effects would also apply to the proposed project. As shown in Table 2, half of the proposed Housing Element programs would continue with modifications to reflect current conditions or reflect state law. The proposed Housing Element includes 32 total programs, 19 of which are amended, and 13 are new. None of these programs would result in new significant environmental impacts. The City’s General Plan provides for housing growth in the City over time. The proposed Housing Element identifies targets for housing at different income levels but does not include the development of an unusual type, scale, or location that would not have been evaluated in the General Plan EIR. Although Program 5 would amend the zoning designation, this change would not substantially alter the land use pattern of the city, and the adopted measures to address physical impacts on the environment would be applied resulting in the same impacts as evaluated in the General Plan EIR. Therefore, there would be no new environmental impacts.
b. Significant effects previously examined will not be substantially more severe than shown in the previous EIR.

The proposed project would have the same significant impacts as those disclosed in the certified General Plan EIR. The General Plan EIR identified significant and unavoidable impacts related to agricultural resources and air quality. The policies identified in the General Plan EIR to reduce physical environmental effects would also apply to the proposed project. Because the proposed project does not include significant land use changes and the new and amended programs would not affect land use patterns in the city or result in physical changes to the environment, there would be no new or more severe significant impacts associated with the proposed Housing Element.

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c. There are no mitigation measures or alternatives previously found not to be feasible would in fact be feasible and would substantially reduce one or more significant effects of the project, but the project proponents decline to adopt the mitigation measure or alternative.

The proposed project includes policy-level changes that are limited to complying with State law and would not result in physical changes to the environment that were not previously disclosed in the General Plan EIR. Moreover, the proposed project would not create new impacts or the need for additional mitigation measures. The policies identified in the General Plan EIR would reduce physical environmental effects associated with future development. These policies would also apply to the Housing Element. The City is required to adopt a Housing Element and the element must be reviewed and certified by HCD. There is no feasible alternative to adopting an updated Housing Element. As explained in this Addendum, the existing regulatory and development review process of the City will continue to apply. Nothing in the proposed project identifies land for development that has not already been designed for development in the General Plan. Therefore, the proposed Project would not result in significant environmental impacts or increase the severity of any environmental impacts previously evaluated in the General Plan EIR, and there is no need for new mitigation measures or alternatives. d. There are no mitigation measures or alternatives which are considerably different from those analyzed in the previous EIR that would substantially reduce one or more significant effects on the environment, but the project proponents decline to adopt the mitigation measure or alternative.

The proposed project would have the same significant impacts as the previously certified General Plan EIR, and all associated policies and mitigation measures identified in the General Plan EIR to reduce physical environmental effects would apply to all future development. There would be no new significant impacts resulting from adoption of the proposed Housing Element; therefore, there would be no new mitigation measures or alternatives required for the proposed Housing Element.

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3. References
Department of Finance (DOF). 2023. Table E-5 Population and Housing Estimates for Cities, Counties, and the State, 2020-2023. https://dof.ca.gov/forecasting/demographics/estimates/e-5-population-and -housing-estimates-for-cities-counties-and-the-state-2020-2023/.

Kingsburg, City of. 2004. North Kingsburg Specific Plan Draft Environmental Impact Report. https://www.cityofkingsburg-ca.gov/DocumentCenter/View/2558/DRAFT-EIR-NKSP?bidId=.

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Summary of Needs and Conditions...................................................................................1H-1 Housing Needs Assessment .............................................................................................. 1H-1 Housing Constraints .......................................................................................................... 1H-8 Housing Resources ........................................................................................................... 1H-9 Section 1H-1: Action Plan.................................................................................................1H-13 Regional Collaboration .................................................................................................... 1H-13 Adequate Sites ................................................................................................................ 1H-15 Affordable Housing Development and Preservation ......................................................... 1H-17 Removal of Governmental Constraints ............................................................................ 1H-25 Housing Quality ............................................................................................................... 1H-31 Housing Assistance ......................................................................................................... 1H-34 Quantified Objectives ...................................................................................................... 1H-42 Section 1H-2: Sites Inventory...........................................................................................1H-43 Regional Housing Needs Allocation ................................................................................. 1H-43 Availability of Land ........................................................................................................... 1H-44 Accessory Dwelling Unit Potential ................................................................................... 1H-64 RHNA Summary .............................................................................................................. 1H-65 Availability of Infrastructure and Services ........................................................................ 1H-66 Financial Resources ........................................................................................................ 1H-67 Section 1H-3: Local Assessment of Fair Housing ..........................................................1H-71 Introduction ...................................................................................................................... 1H-71 Outreach ......................................................................................................................... 1H-72 Fair Housing Issues ......................................................................................................... 1H-73 Sites Analysis ................................................................................................................ 1H-134 Contributing Factors ...................................................................................................... 1H-159 Section 1H-4: Constraints .............................................................................................. 1H-161 Land Use Controls ......................................................................................................... 1H-161 Residential Development Standards .............................................................................. 1H-164 Growth Management ..................................................................................................... 1H-173 Density Bonus ............................................................................................................... 1H-177 Zoning for a Variety of Housing Types ........................................................................... 1H-178 On- and Off-Site Improvements ..................................................................................... 1H-186 APPENDIX 1H: CITY OF KINGSBURG
1H-ii FRESNO MULTI-JURISDICTIONAL HOUSING ELEMENT | APRIL 2024 Fees and Exactions ....................................................................................................... 1H-187 Processing and Permit Procedures ............................................................................... 1H-191 Building Codes and Enforcement .................................................................................. 1H-197 Constraints on Housing for Persons with Disabilities ..................................................... 1H-198 At-Risk Analysis............................................................................................................. 1H-199 Section 1H-5: Review of Past Accomplishments.......................................................... 1H-203 Progress Toward Meeting the RHNA ............................................................................. 1H-203 Efforts to Address Special Housing Needs .................................................................... 1H-204 Progress Towards Meeting Housing Element Programs ................................................ 1H-205 Section 1H-6: Public Outreach and Engagement ......................................................... 1H-221 Joint Planning Commission/City Council Study Session #1 ........................................... 1H-221 Community Workshop ................................................................................................... 1H-222 Joint Planning Commission/City Council Study Session #2 ........................................... 1H-223 Stakeholder Interviews .................................................................................................. 1H-223 Public Comments .......................................................................................................... 1H-228 Noticing of Study Sessions and Community Workshops ................................................ 1H-228 Noticing of the Draft Housing Element ........................................................................... 1H-228 Public Comments .......................................................................................................... 1H-228 Summary of Public Input Incorporated into the Housing Element .................................. 1H-229

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Table 1H-1 Quantified Objective Summary ......................................................................... 1H-42 Table 1H-2 Regional Housing Needs Allocation, 2023-2031 ............................................... 1H-44 Table 1H-3 Realistic Capacity Project Examples ................................................................. 1H-49 Table 1H-4 Vacant Land Inventory ...................................................................................... 1H-51 Table 1H-5 Approved and Pending Projects to Meet the RHNA (Including Pending Annexations) ................................................................................................. 1H-63 Table 1H-6 Summary of Residential Capacity Compared to the 6th Cycle RHNA ............... 1H-65 Table 1H-7 Financial Resources and Programs .................................................................. 1H-68 Table 1H-8 Fresno County Jurisdictions AllTransit Performance Scores ............................. 1H-93 Table 1H-9 School Performance Scores in Kingsburg, 2019 ............................................. 1H-103 Table 1H-10 Cost Burden in Kingsburg, 2010-2018 .......................................................... 1H-109 Table 1H-11 Demographic Characteristics of the Homeless Population, 2022 .................. 1H-115 Table 1H-12 Services to Address Homelessness .............................................................. 1H-116 Table 1H-13 Farmworker Housing Resources in Kingsburg .............................................. 1H-120 Table 1H-14 RHNA Capacity by Census Tracts in Kingsburg ........................................... 1H-135 Table 1H-15 Factors Contributing to Fair Housing Issues ................................................. 1H-159 Table 1H-16 General Plan Land Use Designations ........................................................... 1H-161 Table 1H-17 Residential Zoning Districts .......................................................................... 1H-162 Table 1H-18 Commercial Zoning Districts That Allow Residential Uses ............................ 1H-162 Table 1H-19 Residential Development Standards ............................................................. 1H-166 Table 1H-20 Residential Parking Requirements ................................................................ 1H-167 Table 1H-21 Development Standards by FBC Zone ......................................................... 1H-168 Table 1H-22 Cumulative Impacts Analysis by Zone .......................................................... 1H-171 Table 1H-23 Allocations and the 2023-2031 RHNA .......................................................... 1H-173 Table 1H-24 Zoning for a Variety of Housing Types: Downtown Form Based Code Transect Zones ........................................................................................... 1H-179 Table 1H-25 Zoning for a Variety of Housing Types: Non-Transect Zones ........................ 1H-181 Table 1H-26 Schedule of Fees for Residential Development ............................................ 1H-188 Table 1H-27 Development Impact Fees ............................................................................ 1H-189 Table 1H-28 Prototypical Construction Fees ..................................................................... 1H-190 Table 1H-29 Approvals and Processing Times for Typical Developments ......................... 1H-193 Table 1H-30 Assisted Housing Developments, Kingsburg ................................................ 1H-199 Table 1H-31 Units Permitted During 2015-2023 RHNA Projection Period, Kingsburg ....... 1H-203 Table 1H-32 Review of Previous Housing Element Programs ........................................... 1H-205 Table 1H- 33 Summary of Public Input was Incorporated into the Housing Element ......... 1H-229 APPENDIX 1H: CITY OF KINGSBURG
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Figure 1H-1 Kingsburg Sites Inventory ................................................................................ 1H-57 Figure 1H-2 Kingsburg Sites Inventory, Area 1 ................................................................... 1H-58 Figure 1H-3 Kingsburg Sites Inventory, Area 2 ................................................................... 1H-59 Figure 1H-4 Kingsburg Sites Inventory, Area 3 ................................................................... 1H-60 Figure 1H-5 Kingsburg Sites Inventory, Area 4 ................................................................... 1H-61 Figure 1H-6 TCAC/HCD Opportunity Areas, 2021 .............................................................. 1H-78 Figure 1H-7 Local Median income....................................................................................... 1H-79 Figure 1H-8 Local Racial Demographics ............................................................................. 1H-83 Figure 1H-9 Disability Rate in Kingsburg ............................................................................. 1H-87 Figure 1H-10 Transit Service Areas, 2022 .......................................................................... 1H-91 Figure 1H-11 Kingsburg AllTransit Performance Score ....................................................... 1H-92 Figure 1H-12 Jobs Proximity Index ..................................................................................... 1H-98 Figure 1H-13 Zoning in Kingsburg....................................................................................... 1H-99 Figure 1H-14 School District Catchment Areas ................................................................. 1H-102 Figure 1H-15 Local TCAC/HCD Educational Domain Score .............................................. 1H-104 Figure 1H-16 CalEnviroScreen Scores ............................................................................. 1H-106 Figure 1H-17 Overcrowding in Kingsburg .......................................................................... 1H-108 Figure 1H-18 Percentage of Renters Overpaying .............................................................. 1H-110 Figure 1H-19 Percentage of Homeowners Overpaying ..................................................... 1H-111 Figure 1H-20 Vulnerable Community Designation ............................................................. 1H-124 Figure 1H-21 Census Tracts in Kingsburg ......................................................................... 1H-137 Figure 1H-22 Percentage of Unit Capacity by TCAC Resource Category ......................... 1H-142 Figure 1H-23 Percentage of Unit Capacity by Median Income .......................................... 1H-145 Figure 1H-24 Percentage Unit Capacity by Poverty Rate .................................................. 1H-146 Figure 1H-25 Percentage of Unit Capacity by Percent Non-White Population ................... 1H-147 Figure 1H-26 Percentage of Unit Capacity by Percentage of Children in Female-Headed Households ................................................................................................. 1H-150 Figure 1H-27 Percentage of Unit Capacity by Jobs Proximity Index Scores ...................... 1H-151 Figure 1H-28 Percent of Unit Capacity by CalEnviroScreen Percentiles ........................... 1H-153 Figure 1H-29 Percentage Unit Capacity by Overcrowding ................................................ 1H-154 Figure 1H-30 Percentage Unit Capacity by Rate of Renter Overpayment ......................... 1H-155 Figure 1H-31 Percentage Unit Capacity by Rate of Homeowner Overpayment ................. 1H-157 SECTION 1H-0: SUMMARY OF NEEDS AND CONDITIONS
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SUMMARY OF NEEDS AND CONDITIONS
Housing Needs Assessment
As part of the Housing Element, the City prepared a detailed Needs Assessment (Section 2) analyzing Kingsburg’s demographics. The Needs Assessment identified a number of trends that informed the goals and policies of the updated Housing Element, including:

The average number of persons per household in Kingsburg was among the lowest in the County as whole; this trend was similar in 2010. Kingsburg also had a younger population and racial and ethnic distribution of White and Hispanic. Younger residents often need multi-family options and homes with three or bedroom units and ownership opportunities. ▪ The city’s population increased by 1.6 percent on average between 2000 and 2022, which was lower than the countywide average annual growth rate of 2.0 percent. On average, the number of households in the Kingsburg decreased by 0.2 percent each year between 2010 and 2020, and the countywide number of households grew 0.7 percent each year. ▪ Approximately equal shares of residents in Kingsburg were either school-age students (5 to 17 years, 31.9 percent of residents) or young adults (25 to 44 years, 29.3 percent of residents). ▪ Just under half of the residents of Kingsburg, 48.3 percent, identified as Hispanic or Latino of any race. This is slightly lower than the countywide rate of 53.4 percent.Kingsburg also had a younger population compared to the rest of the county. Approximately equal shares of residents in Kingsburg were either school-age students (5 to 17 years, 31.9 percent of residents) or young adults (25 to 44 years, 29.3 percent of residents). Younger residents often need multi-family options and homes with three or bedroom units and ownership opportunities.

Just under half of the residents of Kingsburg, 48.3 percent, identified as Hispanic or Latino of any race. This is slightly lower than the countywide rate of 53.4 percent. ▪
APPENDIX 1H: CITY OF KINGSBURG
1H-2 FRESNO MULTI-JURISDICTIONAL HOUSING ELEMENT | APRIL 2024 ▪ The median household income in Kingsburg in 2020 was $73,281, notably higher than the countywide median income of $57,109.

Kingsburg residents are primarily employed in educational services (23.3 percent of jobs), retail (10.2 percent of jobs) and other services, except and public administration (8.8 percent of jobs) which is consistent with data fromsimilar to the ratios of employment in 2011 with the exception of "other services". This shows a slight shift within the employment industry over ten years. Unemployment in the City of Kingsburg decreased significantly from 11.8 percent in 2014 to 3.5 percent in 2022. The decrease in unemployment rate suggests that residents may be experiencing better access to employment opportunities. ▪ In 2020, the most common industry for employment in Kingsburg was educational services, and health care and social assistance, with 23.3 percent of employed residents working in this field.
▪ In 2022, 3.5 percent of Kingsburg residents were unemployed, among the lowest rates of unemployment in Fresno County.
▪ Almost two-thirds of all households in Kingsburg (64.8 percent) were homeowners as of 2020, the third highest proportion of homeowners in Fresno County, behind the Unincorporated County (68.9 percent) and the City of Clovis (65.1 percent). This is representative of the current tenure profile.
▪ Kingsburg’s vacancy rate in 2022 was 2.1 percent across all housing units, regardless of tenure.

This was a notable decrease from its 2010 vacancy rate of 6.1 percent. ▪ Just over half of all housing units in Kingsburg (56.6 percent) were built more than 30 years ago, and 31.7 percent were built more than 50 years ago. Countywide, rates of housing stock in similar age brackets were 64.5 and 32.9 percent, respectively. o The City will address this issue through Program 23 and Program 24. the City will promote available housing rehabilitation resources on the City’s website and at public counters, and target in areas of need to assist in reducing displacement risk for residents by improving living conditions and enabling them to stay in their home and community, with a particular focus in in areas of concentrations of lower-income households, as well as areas of high segregation and poverty shown on Figure 3-1, Regional TCAC/HCD Opportunity Areas, and among owners of older housing units.

SECTION 1H-0: SUMMARY OF NEEDS AND CONDITIONS
FRESNO MULTI-JURISDICTIONAL HOUSING ELEMENT | APRIL 2024 1H-3 ▪ The unit composition of Kingsburg housing stock has remained relatively consistent between 2010 and 2020 with the predominant housing type being single-family detached units comprising 74.2 percent of the housing stock in 2010 and 73.7 percent in 2020. Between 2010 and 2020, the percentage of single-family attached units was stable, only increasing by 0.5 percent. Similarly, the proportion of multifamily units was stable, only increasing by 0.9 percent while the number of multifamily units changed by 135 units. ▪ Between 2021 and 2022, the average sale price of a home in Kingsburg increased by 38.8 percent. Average sale prices rose 15.4 percent in the county as a whole during the same period. ▪ Kingsburg had a lower rate of households overpaying for housing than the county as a whole in 2018, with 26.5 percent of all households in the city overpaying for housing compared to

37.8 percent across the county. Similarly, the number of lower-income households overpaying for housing was lower in Kingsburg (63.5 percent in Kingsburg compared to 70.6 percent countywide).

When comparing 2020 overpayment rates to 2010 rates from the 5th cycle Housing Element, overpayment for renters has decreased quite significantly. Owner occupied households decreased from 29.2 percent of households overpaying to 22.2 percent overpaying, while renter occupied households decreased 54.4 percent overpaying to 35.2 percent overpaying. Although overpayment has decreased, more than one third of renters and owners are overpaying for housing.
o When considering overpayment rates, and recent development trends, owners appear to have a disproportionate housing need for adequately sized and priced housing opportunities in the city. In response to this need, the City has included Program 13 to encourage construction of ADUs as a potential additional income for homeowners, Program 15 to support affordable development in a range of income and Program 26 to assist low-income first-time homebuyers.Due to lower-income households’ limited income, these households may require assistance through City, County, state, or federal homebuyers’ programs in order to purchase a home. For example, a down payment assistance loan program can help a household that can afford monthly mortgage payments and other housing related costs but due to their limited income, has difficulty saving enough money for a down payment. o When comparing 2020 overpayment rates to 2010 rates from the 5th cycle Housing Element, overpayment for renters has decreased quite significantly. Owner occupied households decreased from 29.2 percent of households overpaying to 22.2 percent overpaying, while renter occupied households decreased 54.4 percent overpaying to 35.2 percent overpaying. Although overpayment has decreased, more than one third of renters and owners are overpaying for housing.

APPENDIX 1H: CITY OF KINGSBURG
1H-4 FRESNO MULTI-JURISDICTIONAL HOUSING ELEMENT | APRIL 2024 o Further, 63.5 percent of low-income households are overpaying for housing (compared to

70.6 percent countywide), with 73.6. percent of all extremely low-income households overpaying for housing (compared to 79.8 percent countywide). A total of 26.5 percent of all households in the City are overpaying, compared to 37.8 percent. While the City has lower rates of overpayment compared to the rates seen Ccountywide, there is still significantly higher rates of overpayment among low-income households, and a great need for financial support and affordable units to meet the needs of this population as well as other extremely low, lower- and moderate-income households. o When considering overpayment rates, and recent development trends, households appear to have a disproportionate housing need for adequately sized and priced housing opportunities in the city. In response to this need, the City has included Program 13 to encourage construction of ADUs as a potential additional income for homeowners, Program 15 to support affordable development for a range of incomes and Program 26 to assist low-income first-time homebuyers.
o Additional resources to fund affordable housing activities are described in the Regional Multijurisdictional Housing Element in Section 4, Opportunities for Residential Development in the subsection called Financial and Administrative Resources.

▪ In 2020, the city had a lower rate of household overcrowding (3.4 percent of households) compared to the county as a whole (6.1 percent of households). There were no severely overcrowded renter- or owner-occupied households in the city during this time period.Looking closer at special needs groups within the City of Kingsburg, large households saw a significant decrease from 2010 decreasing from 20.5 percent to 11. 3 percent in 2020.

Similarly, seniors, persons with disabilities, and female headed households all saw anywhere from a 0.1 percent to a 2 percent decrease. While the need may not be as high as it was in previous years, the need is still there. The city has included Program 20 to facilitate construction of 100 multifamily units during the planning period and remove any potential constraints for the construction of affordable multi-family units to address the needs of special needs groups.
▪ The average number of persons per household in Kingsburg was among the lowest in the County as whole; this trend was similar in 2010. Kingsburg had a lower rate of large households, those with five or more members, compared to the county as a whole (17.2 percent of households Kingsburg compared to 18.1 percent countywide).

SECTION 1H-0: SUMMARY OF NEEDS AND CONDITIONS
FRESNO MULTI-JURISDICTIONAL HOUSING ELEMENT | APRIL 2024 1H-5 ▪ Overcrowding rates are low citywide, with about 0.8 percent of renters experiencing overcrowding and 4.8 percent of homeowners experiencing overcrowding. In 2020, the city had a lower rate of household overcrowding (3.4 percent of households) compared to the county as a whole (6.1 percent of households). There were no severely overcrowded renter- or owner-occupied households in the city during this time period. ▪ Extremely low-income residents (those earning 30 percent or less of median income) made up

11.6 percent of the total households in Kingsburg. Of those, 60.9 percent were renter households.
o In 2018, 435 households in Kingsburg were extremely low income, comprising 11.6 percent of all households in the City compared to 13.3 percent of households countywide.

In Kingsburg, extremely low-income households comprise 20.3 percent of all renter households and 6.4 percent of all owner households. This indicates a greater need for rental housing to support extremely low-income households.
o It should be noted that the City’s quantified objectives include planning for 124 housing units for extremely low-income households. This means that even if the city’s objectives for this planning period are met, there will still be an unmet need to house extremely lowincome households. o In response to these needs, the City has included Program 8 to incentivize and support construction of affordable units, Program 10 to incentivize and encourage construction of units specifically targeting extremely low-income households to reduce displacement and Program 28 to increase the availability of information and access to Section 8 rental assistance and units.
o Key resources such as Section 8 rental assistance, the Central California Food Bank, Emergency Solutions Grants Program, Rural Development Loans and Grants, and Rental Rehabilitation Program can assist extremely low-income households with providing essential social services, prevent homelessness, and connect individuals with affordable housing.
o Additional resources to fund affordable housing activities are described in the Regional Multijurisdictional Housing Element in Section 4, Opportunities for Residential Development in the subsection called Financial and Administrative Resources. ▪
APPENDIX 1H: CITY OF KINGSBURG
1H-6 FRESNO MULTI-JURISDICTIONAL HOUSING ELEMENT | APRIL 2024 ▪ Kingsburg had a lower rate of households overpaying for housing than the county as a whole in 2018, with 26.5 percent of all households in the city overpaying for housing compared to

37.8 percent across the county. Similarly, the number of lower-income households overpaying for housing was lower in Kingsburg (63.5 percent in Kingsburg compared to 70.6 percent countywide).
▪ In 2020, the city had a lower rate of household overcrowding (3.4 percent of households) compared to the county as a whole (6.1 percent of households). There were no severely overcrowded renter- or owner-occupied households in the city during this time period. ▪ Kingsburg had a lower rate of large households, those with five or more members, compared to the county as a whole (17.2 percent of households Kingsburg compared to 18.1 percent countywide).
▪ Between 2021 and 2022, the average sale price of a home in Kingsburg increased by 38.8 percent. Average sale prices rose 15.4 percent in the county as a whole during the same period. ▪ In 2020, the percentage of Kingsburg’s population aged 65 or older was very similar to the percentage in the county as a whole (11.7 percent in Kingsburg compared to 12.0 percent of the county). Almost three-quarters (74.2 percent) of Kingsburg’s senior households were homeowner households.
▪ Of the total number of seniors living in the city, 43.9 percent had a disability. o Resources including the Fresno/Madera Area Agency on Aging (FMAAA) provide seniors with connections to programs, services, and resources that defray the cost of living, which can be a lifeline for seniors with lower incomes. In addition, the Central California Food Bank includes senior hunger programsto assist those seniors with their nutritional needs.
▪ Kingsburg had a lower rate of residents with disabilities than the county as a whole (9.9 percent compared to 12.9 percent across the county). Ambulatory difficulties were the most commonly reported disability, though independent living difficulties were reported at a nearly equal rate (46.7 percent and 46.4 percent, respectively).
o Through Program 18, the City will encourage housing developers to include mobilityimpaired accessibility in their project designs and prioritize these types of projects to increase housing mobility opportunities for seniors and persons with disabilities Additionally, the City will amend its reasonable accommodations regulations to remove potential barriers for persons with disabilities.

SECTION 1H-0: SUMMARY OF NEEDS AND CONDITIONS
FRESNO MULTI-JURISDICTIONAL HOUSING ELEMENT | APRIL 2024 1H-7 o Key resources for persons with disabilities include the Fair Housing Council of Central California and Resources for Independence Central Valley. Other resources such as Rural Mobile Health allows for medical services and screenings at no-cost. ▪ The percentage of Kingsburg households with single female heads of household was lower than the countywide rate (6.4 percent in the city compared to 7.3 percent in the county).

Additionally, only 16.8 percent of single-female-headed households in Kingsburg were living under the poverty level, which is lower than the county as a whole (34.0 percent countywide) and is the lowest rate of female-headed households in poverty in Fresno County. o Key resources for this special-needs population include Centro La Familia, who provides support services to families and victims of domestic violence and sexual assault, California Rural Legal Assistance, who provides legal and housing counseling, Green Raiteros who provides transportation, workforce development and small business advancement and Rural Mobile Health who provides no-cost medical services. These services can be crucial for female-headed, single-parent households. ▪ Kingsburg had a lower rate of residents with disabilities than the county as a whole (9.9 percent compared to 12.9 percent across the county). Ambulatory difficulties were the most commonly reported disability, though independent living difficulties were reported at a nearly equal rate (46.7 percent and 46.4 percent, respectively).
▪ Estimates from the 2022 Point-in-Time count suggest that 3 persons in Kingsburg may have been experiencing homelessness. As stated, it is estimated that approximately 5 residents in Kingsburg were unsheltered in 2023, which was a decrease from the 2013 PIT count where 8 individuals were identified. These 5 residents accounted for approximately 2.7 percent of the total homeless population in Fresno County at the time. o To accommodate needs of the unsheltered population, the following services are available to homeless residents locally and in the region, including those provided by Catholic Social Services, Emergency Housing Center (Plaza Terrace), Evangel Home, Inc., United Way, Fresno Rescue Mission, and Marjaree Mason Center. A comprehensive list and description of resources is included in Regional Multijurisdictional Housing Element in Section 2, Regional Housing Needs Assessment in the subsection called Homeless.
o Lastly, the City has included Program 3 to cooperate with neighboring cities, the County, and other agencies in the development of programs aimed at providing homeless shelters and related services.
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APPENDIX 1H: CITY OF KINGSBURG
1H-8 FRESNO MULTI-JURISDICTIONAL HOUSING ELEMENT | APRIL 2024 ▪ Of the 58,762 year-round and seasonal farmworkers across the county in 2017, 37,819 (64.3 percent) worked 150 days or more each year, and 35.7 percent worked less than 150 days per year. An estimated 5.5 percent of Kingsburg’s employed population worked in agriculture, the third-lowest rate of agriculture employment in the county behind Clovis and Fresno, .Given the small size of the farmworker population in Kingsburg, the housing needs for this group can be met through the Program 9, Program 10 and programs identified to serve extremely low-, very low-, and low-income households, as well as other special needs groups. In 2020, 5.5 percent of the population was employed in agriculture, which has decreased since 2010 by 3 percent.

Looking at the U.S. Department of Agriculture Census of Farmworkers, the number of permanent farm workers in Fresno County has decreased slightly from 2000 into 2017, decreasing from 18,751 farmworkers to 16,876 farmworkers. However, there was a slight increase from 2007 to 2012, showing an increase from 14,873 farmworkers to 17,751 farmworkers.
o Given the small size of the farmworker population in Kingsburg, the housing needs for this group can be met through the Program 9, Program 10 and programs identified to serve extremely low-, very low-, and low-income households, as well as other special needs groups.Therefore, to prioritize housing for farmworkers the City has included Program 9 to provide assistance in the form of letters of recommendation for grant applications and Program 10 to require the developer to give qualified farmworker households a preference for 15 percent of the new units.

Additional resources to assist farmworkers are listed in the Regional Multijurisdictional Housing Element in Table 2-45 Resources for Farmworkers.
▪ Extremely low-income residents (those earning 30 percent or less of median income) made up

11.6 percent of the total households in Kingsburg. Of those, 60.9 percent were renter households.

Housing Constraints
While the City has made extensive efforts to encourage development of affordable and market-rate housing, there are many governmental and nongovernmental constraints that can make housing development more difficult. Governmental constraints are typically rules that apply to all development and are intended to meet other community interests.
▪ The City will encourage and facilitate the development of ADUs. ▪ The City’s Zoning Code and Form-Based Code provide for a range of housing options. Updates to both codes will be required to bring the codes in line with State law, including changes to the zones that permit ADUs, emergency shelters, low-barrier navigation centers, residential care facilities, SECTION 1H-0: SUMMARY OF NEEDS AND CONDITIONS
FRESNO MULTI-JURISDICTIONAL HOUSING ELEMENT | APRIL 2024 1H-9 farmworker and employee housing, single-room occupancy units, transitional and supportive housing, and mobile homes/manufactured housing.
▪ The City’s Affordable Housing Density Bonus will need to be updated to be consistent with State law.
▪ The City will monitor its Growth Management system and revise it as necessary to eliminate or balance categories for allocations to provide equal opportunity for all housing types in the city. ▪ Fees charged by the City as part of the development process, along with fees charged by regional agencies, are not considered a constraint to development but will be monitored by the City. ▪ Current standards for on-site and off-site improvements are not considered a barrier to housing production.
▪ The City will review its design standards to ensure objectivity. ▪ The City will establish formal procedures for permit processing consistent with the requirements of SB 330 and will establish an application process related to SB 35. ▪ The City does not currently have a formal process to grant reasonable accommodation requests.

The zoning ordinance must be amended to establish a formal reasonable accommodations process. ▪ The City will amend its Zoning Ordinance to update the definition of “family.” Nongovernmental constraints include challenges such as water access, the desire to preserve land for agricultural use, availability of financing, and the high cost of land in the city and across the region. A number of the goals and policies in the Housing Element are aimed at eliminating or lessening constraints to development of housing.

Housing Resources
A major component of the Housing Element is an analysis of sites that are available for the development of housing to meet the City’s RHNA. The Housing Element identifies sites in Kingsburg where zoning is in place to allow for housing development, including higher-density housing (20+ units per acre) that is suitable for affordable housing development.
▪ The City has identified sufficient housing sites to meet its lower-, moderate- and above-moderate housing allocation.
▪ The City partners with Fresno County to provide several programs designed to help residents find affordable housing. These programs include the Fresno County Housing Assistance Rehabilitation Program (HARP), the Fresno County Rental Rehabilitation Program (RRP), and the Fresno County Homebuyer Assistance Program (HAP).

APPENDIX 1H: CITY OF KINGSBURG
1H-10 FRESNO MULTI-JURISDICTIONAL HOUSING ELEMENT | APRIL 2024 ▪ The City will encourage the development of ADUs by educating the public about this housing type and providing informational materials to all discretionary land use applicants.

As shown, population trends since 2000 have increased in Kingsburg, with an increase of 3,634 people from 2000 to 2022. From 2010 to 2020, the vacancy rate in Kingsburg decreased by 4.0 percent, which could lead to a shortage of housing and high competition for available housing. The average number of persons per household in Kingsburg was among the lowest in the County as whole; this trend was similar in 2010. Kingsburg also had a younger population and racial and ethnic distribution of White and Hispanic.

Younger residents often need multi-family options and homes with three or bedroom units and ownership opportunities. Kingsburg households can afford the maximum affordable purchase price for existing and newly constructed homes. However, lower income households are barely within reach of an affordable option. Due to lower-income households’ limited income, these households would require assistance through City, County, state, or federal homebuyers’ programs. For example, a down payment assistance loan program can help a household that can afford monthly mortgage payments and other housing related costs but due to their limited income, has difficulty saving enough money for a down payment. In response to this need the City has included the following programs to increase housing mobility for lower income households: Program 26 to promote the availability of Fresno County’s Homebuyer Assistance Program to connect 20 prospective homebuyers with the County program and Program 15: Housing for a Variety of Needs which will explore the use of land trusts, tiny homes or other alternative housing types to diversify the housing stock in predominantly single-family homes areas.

Extremely low-income households, while only 11.6 percent of total households in Kingsburg comprise 20.3 percent of all renter households and 6.4 percent of all owner households. This indicates a greater need for rental housing to support extremely low-income households. In 2017, 11.0 percent of households in Kingsburg were extremely low income countywide, compared to 12.8 percent of households countywide in 2010. Further, 41.9 percent of low-income households are overpaying for housing, followed by 73.6. percent of all extremely low-income households and lastly by 41.9 percent of very low-income households.

As stated, a total of 69.7 percent of households in the city are overpaying. Given the significantly higher rates of overpayment among low-income households, there is a great need for financial support and affordable units to meet the needs of this population as well as other extremely low, lower- and moderateincome households. In response to these needs, the City has included Program 8 to incentivize and support construction of affordable units, Program 10 to incentivize and encourage construction of units specifically targeting extremely low-income households to reduce displacement and Program 28 to increase the availability of information and access to Section 8 rental assistance and units. Additional resources to fund affordable housing activities are described in the Regional Multijurisdictional Housing Element in Section 4, Opportunities for Residential Development in the subsection called Financial and Administrative Resources.

SECTION 1H-0: SUMMARY OF NEEDS AND CONDITIONS
FRESNO MULTI-JURISDICTIONAL HOUSING ELEMENT | APRIL 2024 1H-11 As stated, it is estimated that approximately 5 residents in Kingsburg were unsheltered in 2022, which was a decrease from the 2013 PIT count where 8 individuals were identified. These 5 residents accounted for approximately 2.7 percent of the total homeless population in Fresno County at the time. Although this population is not significant in Kingsburg services are available to homeless residents locally and in the region, including those provided by Catholic Social Services, Emergency Housing Center (Plaza Terrace), Evangel Home, Inc., United Way, Fresno Rescue Mission, and Marjaree Mason Center. A comprehensive list and description of resources is included in Regional Multijurisdictional Housing Element in Section 2, Regional Housing Needs Assessment in the subsection called Homeless. Lastly, the City has included Program 3 to cooperate with neighboring cities, the County, and other agencies in the development of programs aimed at providing homeless shelters and related services.

Given the small size of the farmworker population in Kingsburg, the housing needs for this group can be met through the Program 9, Program 10 and programs identified to serve extremely low-, very low-, and low-income households, as well as other special needs groups. In 2020, 5.5 percent of the population was employed in agriculture, which has decreased since 2010 by 3 percent. Looking at the U.S. Department of Agriculture Census of Farmworkers, the number of permanent farm workers in Fresno County has decreased slightly from 2000 into 2017, decreasing from 18,751 farmworkers to 16,876 farmworkers.

However, there was a slight increase from 2007 to 2012, showing an increase from 14,873 farmworkers to 17,751 farmworkers. Therefore, to prioritize housing for farmworkers the City has included Program 9 to provide assistance in the form of letters of recommendation for grant applications and Program 10 to require the developer to give qualified farmworker households a preference for 15 percent of the new units.

Additional resources to assist farmworkers are listed in the Regional Multijurisdictional Housing Element in Table 2-45 Resources for Farmworkers.

Looking closer at special needs groups within the City of Kingsburg, large households saw a significant decrease from 2010 decreasing from 20.5 percent to 11. 3 percent in 2020. Similarly, seniors, persons with disabilities, and female headed households all saw anywhere from a 0.1 percent to a 2 percent decrease.

While the need may not be as high as it was in previous years, the need is still there. The county has included Program 20 to facilitate construction of 100 multifamily units during the planning period and remove any potential constraints for the construction of affordable multi-family units to address the needs of special needs groups.

Kingsburg residents are primarily employed in educational services (23.3 percent of jobs) and retail (10.2 percent of jobs) and other services, except public administration (8.8 percent of jobs) which is consistent with data from 2011 with the exception of "other services". This shows a slight shift within the employment industry over ten years. Unemployment in the City of Kingsburg decreased from 11.8 percent in 2014 to

3.5 percent in 2022. The decrease in unemployment rate suggests that residents may be experiencing better access to employment opportunities.

APPENDIX 1H: CITY OF KINGSBURG
1H-12 FRESNO MULTI-JURISDICTIONAL HOUSING ELEMENT | APRIL 2024 The unit composition of Kingsburg housing stock has remained relatively consistent between 2010 and 2020 with the predominant housing type being single-family detached units comprising 74.2 percent of the housing stock in 2010 and 73.7 percent in 2020. Between 2010 and 2020, the percentage of single-family attached units was stable, only increasing by 0.5 percent. Similarly, the proportion of multifamily units was stable only increasing by 0.9 percent while the number of multifamily units changed by 135 units. As stated previously, homeowners account for 64.8 percent of households in Kingsburg. This is representative of the current housing stock profile. Overcrowding rates are low citywide, with about 0.8 percent of renters experiencing overcrowding and 4.8 percent of homeowners experiencing overcrowding. When comparing 2020 overpayment rates to 2010 rates from the 5th cycle Housing Element, overpayment for renters has decreased quite significantly. Owner occupied households decreased from 29.2 percent of households overpaying to 22.2 percent overpaying, while renter occupied households decreased 54.4 percent overpaying to 35.2 percent overpaying. Although overpayment has decreased, more than one third of renters and owners are overpaying for housing. When considering overpayment rates, and recent development trends, owners appear to have a disproportionate housing need for adequately sized and priced housing opportunities in the city. In response to this need, the City has included Program 13 to encourage construction of ADUs as a potential additional income for homeowners, Program 15 to support affordable development in a range of income and Program 26 to assist low-income first-time homebuyers.

SECTION 1H-1: ACTION PLAN
FRESNO MULTI-JURISDICTIONAL HOUSING ELEMENT | APRIL 2024 1H-13 SECTION 1H-1: ACTION PLAN
Regional Collaboration
Program 1: Regional Collaboration on Housing Opportunities The Multi-Jurisdictional Housing Element provides an opportunity for a review of countywide housing issues. Housing needs will be more effectively addressed at the regional level rather than just at the local level, and the 15 participating jurisdictions are committed to continuing the regional collaboration in the implementation of the Housing Element. By working together, the jurisdictions can share best practices, explore opportunities for further collaboration, and make use of limited resources. The following efforts will be made to further regional collaboration:
▪ The City will continue to participate in the countywide Housing Element Technical Committee to collaborate on housing program implementation and regional issues, including addressing the needs of disadvantaged unincorporated communities (Senate Bill [SB] 244), infrastructure challenges, farmworker housing, homelessness, and fair housing.
▪ The countywide Housing Element Technical Committee will meet at least biannually to evaluate successes in implementation of programs and to identify gaps and additional needs. ▪ The County of Fresno Public Works and Planning Department, with assistance from the Fresno Council of Governments (FCOG), will take the lead in coordinating biannual committee meetings. ▪ The Housing Element Technical Committee will meet annually with the California Department of Housing and Community Development (HCD) to discuss funding opportunities and challenges in implementation of programs and seek technical assistance from HCD and other State agencies in the implementation of housing programs and the pursuit of grant funding. ▪ The Housing Element Technical Committee will advocate on behalf of the Fresno region for more grant funding for affordable housing and infrastructure improvements. ▪ The City will continue to seek partnerships with other jurisdictions in the region and other agencies (such as the Housing Authority), housing developers, community stakeholders, and agricultural employers/employees to explore viable options for increasing the availability of farmworker housing in suitable locations in the region.
▪ The City will develop a directory of services and resources for lower-income households available in the region, and review and update it annually. The directory will be available on City/County websites and at City/County offices.

Financing: General Fund
Time Frame:

Continue to meet with the Housing Element Technical Committee twice per year; meet with HCD annually. Develop a directory of services and resources by December 2025, update annually as needed.

APPENDIX 1H: CITY OF KINGSBURG
1H-14 FRESNO MULTI-JURISDICTIONAL HOUSING ELEMENT | APRIL 2024 Implementation
Responsibility:

Community Development Department (Planning Department)
Relevant Policies: Policy 1.3, Policy 1.4, Policy 2.1, Policy 4.2 Program 2: Review Annexation Standards in Memorandum of Understanding Most jurisdictions in Fresno County are subject to the City/County Memorandum of Understanding (MOU), which establishes procedures for annexation of land to cities. The City/County MOU encourages urban development to take place within cities and unincorporated communities where urban services and facilities are available or planned to be made available to preserve agricultural land. The MOU standards for annexation require that a minimum of 25 percent of annexation areas have an approved tentative subdivision map or site plan. While cities can take certain steps to “prezone” land in advance of annexation, the annexation of the land into city limits depends on private developers requesting an annexation. In cities that are mostly built out within their current city limits, the MOU may limit the cities’ ability to accommodate future housing needs.

The County of Fresno and cities within the county shall work together at least once during the planning period to review and revise, as deemed appropriate by all parties, the standards for annexation contained in the City/County MOU.

Financing: General Fund
Time Frame:

Meet with the County by December 2027 to review the MOU standards, and update within a year if changes are needed.

Implementation
Responsibility:

Community Development Department (Planning Department)
Relevant Policies: Policy 1.1, Policy 1.2, Policy 1.3, Policy 1.4 Program 3: Homeless/Unhoused Needs
The City will cooperate with neighboring cities, the County, and other agencies in the development of programs aimed at providing homeless shelters and related services. During this coordination, the City will monitor the demographic composition of the unhoused population to identify needs for targeted resources and determine what efforts to take, such as providing education on financial assistance and identifying specific programs that are available. The City will also support local homeless service providers, agencies, and other community organizations to pursue funding from available sources for homeless services.

Financing: General Fund
Time Frame:

Assist with program development and funding identification that will assist at least five homeless persons.

SECTION 1H-1: ACTION PLAN
FRESNO MULTI-JURISDICTIONAL HOUSING ELEMENT | APRIL 2024 1H-15 Implementation
Responsibility:

Community Development Department
Relevant Policies: Policy 1.1, Policy 1.2, Policy 4.6
Adequate Sites
Program 4: Provision of Adequate Sites
The City of Kingsburg will provide for a variety of housing types and ensure that adequate sites are available to meet its Regional Housing Needs Allocation (RHNA) of 882 units. As part of this Housing Element update, the City has developed a parcel-specific inventory of sites suitable for future residential development. The suitability of these sites has been determined based on the development standards in place and their ability to facilitate the development of housing to meet the needs of the City’s current and future residents, pursuant to State laws. The City will:
▪ Maintain and annually update the inventory of residential land resources for internal purposes. ▪ Monitor the availability of sites appropriate for lower-income housing in keeping with state “no net loss” provisions (Government Code Section 65863), if development projects are approved at densities lower than anticipated in the sites inventory, and, if necessary, rezone sufficient sites to accommodate the RHNA within 180 days, ensuring that there is sufficient higher-density residential land available in areas throughout the city to deconcentrate poverty. ▪ Monitor the progress of pipeline projects identified in the land inventory. If pipeline projects to not proceed as anticipated, the City will identify additional sites or take other actions as appropriate to meet the RHNA.
▪ Monitor and report residential development through the HCD annual report process. ▪ Promote the use of Form Based Code in the downtown area by providing technical assistance to interested developers.
▪ Actively participate in the development of the next RHNA Plan to ensure that the allocations are reflective of the regional and local land use goals and policies.

Financing: General Fund
Time Frame:

Annually monitor as projects are processed. Evaluate progress of pipeline projects in 2026 and identify additional capacity within one year if projects are not progressing as projected.

Implementation
Responsibility:

Community Development Department
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1H-16 FRESNO MULTI-JURISDICTIONAL HOUSING ELEMENT | APRIL 2024 Relevant Policies:

Policy 1.1, Policy 1.2, Policy 1.3, Policy1.4, Policy 1.5, Policy 1.6, Policy 1.7, Policy 1.8, Policy 1.9
Program 5: Residential in Highway Commercial District
Land designated as Highway Commercial provides a currently untapped opportunity for higher density multifamily development in close proximity to services, transit, and residential districts. Similar to the Central Commercial district, the Highway Commercial district is located near State Route 99 and adjacent to a variety of residential districts. Currently, parcels designated Highway Commercial in the northwest portion of the city have a Mixed Use overlay that allows for residential development on a case-by-case basis. To facilitate additional opportunities for higher density residential development and address the 2023–2031 Regional Housing Needs Allocation (RHNA), the City will amend the General Plan and Zoning Ordinance to allow 20 units per acre or greater by-right in the Highway Commercial district with a maximum building height of 5035 feet. There will be no minimum density on these sites. The City intends to amend the General Plan Land Use map and text, as well as the Zoning Ordinance and zoning map, as part of this program, for all sites in the Highway Commercial district listed in Table 1H-4 of Section 1H-2, Sites Inventory, of this Housing Element.

Financing: General Fund
Time Frame:

Amend the General Plan and Zoning Ordinance within 3 years of the start of the planning period, by December 31, 2026one year of adoption of the Housing Element.

Implementation
Responsibility:

Community Development Department
Relevant Policies: Policy 1.7
Quantified Objective
Facilitate opportunities for 381 lower-income units and 390 moderate-income units through zoning text amendments to promote the creation of housing in the Highway Commercial zone and facilitate housing mobility opportunities in higher resource areas
Program 6: Annexation Areas
The Housing Element is relying on the Kings Estates V and Quait Property annexations to satisfy 104 units of its above moderate-income RHNA allocation. The Both projects hasve already received allocations under the Growth Management System from the City of Kingsburg. Due to the parcels’ proximity to the city and adjacency to Phases II and III of the larger Kings Estates development, neither the site is notare expected to face any barriers to annexation. Annexation of Kings Estates V is expected to be approved by the Fresno Local Agency Formation Commission (LAFCO) by early 2025., and annexation of Quait Property by late 2025.

SECTION 1H-1: ACTION PLAN
FRESNO MULTI-JURISDICTIONAL HOUSING ELEMENT | APRIL 2024 1H-17 If the annexation of either projectthis project is not approved, this program will also be used to find alternative housing opportunities to accommodate at least 97 above moderate-income units by December 2026 to meet the RHNA.

Financing: General Fund
Time Frame:

Kings Estates V annexation is anticipated by early 2025. and Quait Property by late 2025. If one or both are not approved, additional housing opportunity sites will be identified by December 2026.

Implementation
Responsibility:

Community Development Department
Relevant Policies:

Policy 1.1, Policy 1.2, Policy 1.3, Policy1.4, Policy 1.5, Policy 1.6, Policy 1.7, Policy 1.8, Policy 1.9
Program 7: Water and Wastewater Service
The development viability of the vacant sites in the inventory is directly linked to the availability and capacity of public facilities and services. As the water provider in the city, the City will adopt a written policy with specific objective standards for meeting the priority requirement for proposed developments that include housing units affordable to lower-income households consistent with the provisions of California Government Code Section 65589.7. The City will also deliver a copy of the Housing Element to the Selma-Kingsburg-Fowler County Sanitation District (SKF) immediately following adoption.

Financing: General Fund, CDBG
Time Frame:

Deliver the Housing Element to SKF within 1 week of Housing Element adoption. Adopt a policy for prioritization by July 2025.

Implementation
Responsibility:

Community Development Department and SKF
Relevant Policies: Policy 1.7
Affordable Housing Development and Preservation
Program 8: Affordable Housing Incentives
The City continues to have needs for affordable housing for lower-income households, especially for seniors, persons with disabilities (including persons with developmental disabilities), farmworkers, femaleheaded and single-parent households, persons experiencing homelessness, and extremely low-income households. The City will continue to work with housing developers to expand affordable housing opportunities by doing the following:

APPENDIX 1H: CITY OF KINGSBURG
1H-18 FRESNO MULTI-JURISDICTIONAL HOUSING ELEMENT | APRIL 2024 ▪ Continue to seek partnerships and meet at least every other year with other agencies (such as the Housing Authority), housing developers, community stakeholders, and employers to discuss and pursue viable opportunities for providing affordable housing, with an emphasis on housing opportunities for very low- and extremely low-income households, as well as special-needs populations, such as persons with disabilities (including developmental disabilities), farmworkers, female-headed and single-parent households, persons experiencing homelessness, and extremely low-income households. The City will meet with these parties more frequently if interest in residential development increases.
▪ Work with public or private sponsors to identify candidate sites for new construction of housing for those with special needs and take all actions necessary to expedite processing of such projects. ▪ Pursue partnerships with the Central Valley Regional Center to identify funding opportunities and promote housing for persons with disabilities.
▪ Continue to provide incentives which may include fee deferrals, parking reductions, and streamlined review of housing that is not age-restricted to facilitate housing mobility and reduce displacement risk for families and individuals whose needs are not met by recent age-restricted development.
▪ Continue to promote the State density bonus and provide streamlined processing to facilitate affordable housing development and provide for additional flexibility for affordable housing and special-needs housing through the minor deviation process. The City will promote this program by publicizing the incentives on the City website and by conducting pre-application consultation with developers regarding available incentives. Examples of flexible development standards include reduced parking requirements, and reduced water and wastewater connection fees. ▪ Provide incentives to builders to provide housing with multiple bedrooms affordable to lower- and moderate-income households, aiming for construction of at least 20 units that meet these sizes, to meet the needs of female-headed, single-parent, and large-family households of all income levels (possible incentives will include reduced setbacks, reduced parking requirements, and technical assistance with applications for funding).
▪ Continue to streamline the environmental review process for housing developments to the extent possible, using available State categorical exemptions and federal categorical exclusions, when applicable.
▪ Monitor HCD’s website annually for Notices of Funding Ability (NOFA) and, where appropriate, prepare or support applications for funding for affordable housing for lower-income households (including extremely low-income households), such as seniors, disabled (including persons with developmental disabilities), the homeless, and those at risk of homelessness. ▪ Facilitate the approval process for land divisions, lot line adjustments, and/or specific plans or master plans resulting in parcel sizes that enable affordable housing development and process fee deferrals related to the subdivision for projects affordable to lower-income households.

SECTION 1H-1: ACTION PLAN
FRESNO MULTI-JURISDICTIONAL HOUSING ELEMENT | APRIL 2024 1H-19 ▪ Work with developers of multifamily and affordable housing projects to identify site opportunities in higher-resource areas and areas with higher median incomes to reduce concentrations of poverty and improve access to resources.

Financing:

HOME, CDBG, Low-Income Housing Tax Credit (LIHTC), Multifamily Housing Revenue Bond, and other funding sources, as available.

Time Frame:

Ongoing, as projects are processed by the City. Annually apply for funding and engage with Central Valley Regional Center at least every two years.

Development opportunities will be identified at least on an every other year basis.

Implementation
Responsibility:

Community Development Department
Quantified Objective:

Expand the City’s affordable housing inventory by 409 units over the next eight years, including 124 extremely low-income, 124 very low-income, and 161 low-income units, at least 50 of which include accessibility modifications to facilitate housing mobility for lower-income households and special-needs groups. Particular focus will be given to expanding the inventory in highresource areas such as the Kamm/Madsen neighborhood, North Kingsburg, Lincoln Square, and the neighborhood near Kingsburg High School.

Relevant Policies:

Policy 1.2, Policy 2.1, Policy 2.2, Policy 2.3, Policy 2.4, Policy 2.5, Policy 2.7, Policy 4.3, Policy 4.4, Policy 5.2
Program 9: Support Funding for Farmworker Housing
The farming industry is the foundation of the County’s economy base. According to the United States Department of Agriculture (USDA) 2017 Census of Agriculture, about 37,819 workers were employed in farm labor throughout the county, indicating a significant need to provide housing for farmworkers and their families, particularly during peak harvest seasons.

The City will provide technical support and offer incentives to housing developers, such as the Fresno Housing Authority and Self-Help Enterprises, in the application of funds for farmworker housing, including HCD and USDA Rural Development loans and grants and other funding sources that may become available.

The City will also continue to offer incentives such as density bonuses, streamlined processing, and the minor deviation process to facilitate development of farmworker housing.

The City will annually monitor the status of farmworker housing as part of their annual report to HCD on Housing Element progress and evaluate if City efforts are effective in facilitating the provision of farmworker housing. If appropriate, the City will make necessary changes to enhance opportunities and incentives for farmworker housing development.

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1H-20 FRESNO MULTI-JURISDICTIONAL HOUSING ELEMENT | APRIL 2024 Financing: General Fund
Time Frame:

Meet with farmworker housing developers and advocates on a biannual basis to discuss their needs and offer assistance in the form of letters of recommendation for grant applications, assistance with site identification and grant opportunities, and discuss incentives for constructing farmworker housing. Identify development opportunities to support the development of housing for farmworkers at least twice in the planning period.

Implementation
Responsibility:

Community Development Department
Quantified Objective:
20 lower-income units set aside for farmworkers and their families to reduce displacement risk for this population.

Relevant Policies: Policy 1.2, Policy 2.1, Policy 2.2, Policy 2.4, Policy 2.5, Policy 4.2, Policy 4.3 Program 10: Farmworker Preference in New Affordable Housing For new affordable housing projects developed with City assistance, incentives, and/or subject to City requirements, the City will require that the developer give qualified farmworker households a preference for 10 percent of the new units. Should demand from farmworker households be insufficient to fill the setaside units, then the units will be made available to other qualified households. The City will annually reach out to affordable housing developers to gather interest and input on how to best implement this program and will provide information on available funding.

Financing: General Fund, CDBG, HOME, USDA Rural Development Time Frame:

Ongoing, as projects are processed through the Planning Department and Community Development Department; annually reach out to developers and determine next steps within six months.

Implementation
Responsibility:

Community Development Department
Quantified Objective:
60 lower-income units set aside for farmworkers or other qualified households to reduce displacement risk.

Relevant Policies: Policy 1.2, Policy 2.1, Policy 4.2, Policy 4.3 SECTION 1H-1: ACTION PLAN
FRESNO MULTI-JURISDICTIONAL HOUSING ELEMENT | APRIL 2024 1H-21 Program 11: Extremely Low-Income Households
Assembly Bill (AB) 2634 requires the quantification and analysis of existing and projected housing needs for extremely low-income households. To support the development or rehabilitation of SRO units and/or other units affordable to extremely low-income households, such as supportive and multifamily units, the City will continue to seek and pursue state and federal funds to offer a variety of incentives or concessions, such as:
▪ Provide financial support annually, as available, to organizations that provide counseling, information, education, support, housing services/referrals, and/or legal advice to extremely lowincome households, to mitigate risk of displacement and support housing stability for extremely low-income households, persons with disabilities, farmworkers, and persons experiencing homelessness.
▪ Expand regulatory incentives for the development of units affordable to extremely low-income households and housing for special-needs groups, persons with disabilities (including developmental disabilities), and individuals and families in need of emergency/transitional housing.
▪ Encourage the provision of affordable housing for young adults, particularly former foster youth and young mothers, through planning consultations, streamlined permit processing, and funding assistance.
▪ Encourage the development of SRO facilities, transitional and supportive housing, and other special housing arrangements, including committing City funds to help affordable housing developers provide SRO facilities consistent with the SRO Ordinance.

Financing: General Fund, CDBG, HOME
Time Frame:

Ongoing; as projects are processed by the Planning Department. By December 2025, conduct outreach to organizations that support extremely low-income residents to understand funding needs, and review and prioritize local funding at least twice in the planning period, and support expediting applications on an ongoing basis.

Implementation
Responsibility:

Community Development Department
Quantified Objective:
409 lower-income units, including 124 units for extremely low-income households to prevent displacement and provide housing mobility opportunities.

Relevant Policies: Policy 1.2, Policy 2.1, Policy 4.2, Policy 4.6 APPENDIX 1H: CITY OF KINGSBURG
1H-22 FRESNO MULTI-JURISDICTIONAL HOUSING ELEMENT | APRIL 2024 Program 12: Preservation of At-Risk Housing Units
Preserving the existing affordable housing stock is a cost-effective approach to providing affordable housing in Kingsburg. The City must guard against the loss of housing units available to lower-income households. As of September 2022, there are 48 affordable units at Linmar, 101 affordable units at Park Kingsburg, and 38 units at Kingsburg Apartments that are considered at risk of conversion to market rate in the next 10 years. For complexes at risk of converting to market rate, the City shall:
▪ Contact property owners of units at risk of converting to market-rate housing within one year of affordability expiration to discuss the City’s desire to preserve complexes as affordable housing. ▪ Coordinate with owners of expiring subsidies to ensure the required notices to tenants are sent out at 3 years, 12 months, and 6 months.
▪ Reach out to agencies interested in purchasing and/or managing at-risk units. ▪ Work with tenants to provide education regarding tenant rights and conversion procedures pursuant to California law.
▪ Continue to seek partnerships with affordable housing providers and pursue funding opportunities as they become available to ensure the continued affordability of at-risk units. The City will review funding opportunities annually and apply as opportunities become available Financing:

General Fund, LIHTC, Multifamily Housing Revenue Bond, and other funding sources as available.

Time Frame:

Annually monitor units at risk of converting; coordinate noticing as required per California law.

Implementation
Responsibility:

Community Development Department
Quantified Objective:

Preserve 187 lower-income units as funding expires to reduce displacement risk.

Relevant Policies: Policy 3.6
SECTION 1H-1: ACTION PLAN
FRESNO MULTI-JURISDICTIONAL HOUSING ELEMENT | APRIL 2024 1H-23 Program 13: Encourage and Facilitate Accessory Units
An accessory dwelling unit (ADU), sometimes called a “granny flat,” is an additional self-contained living unit either attached to or detached from the primary residential unit on a single lot. It has cooking, eating, sleeping, and full sanitation facilities. ADUs can be an important source of affordable housing given that they typically are smaller and have no associated land costs. The City will encourage the construction of ADUs, particularly in predominantly single-family neighborhoods with higher median incomes, such as the Kamm/Madsen neighborhood, to reduce concentrations of lower-income households through the following actions, which are aimed at providing an increased supply of affordable units throughout the city, thereby increasing access to resources and facilitating housing mobility opportunities for lower-income households:
▪ Continue to implement the public education program advertising the opportunity for ADUs by updating informational handouts and brochures about ADUs that are available on the City’s website and at the public counter annually, or as needed to reflect changes in State law. ▪ Provide informational materials on ADU opportunities to all discretionary land use applicants. ▪ At least annually, publish informational materials pertaining to ADUs through a combination of media, including the City’s social media accounts and direct mailing. ▪ By December 2024, identify and implement incentives for construction of ADUs with new development, which may include deferred collection of impact fees for the square footage associated with the ADU.
▪ Make pre-approved ADU plans available on the City website.

Financing: General Fund
Time Frame:

Update ADU materials annually, or as needed to reflect changes in State law, and identify incentives for construction by December 2024. Make preapproved ADU plans available on the City website by November 2024.

Implementation
Responsibility:

Community Development Department (Planning Department)
Quantified Objective:
145 ADUs for lower-income households, 62 for moderate-income households, and 21 for above moderate-income households to improve housing mobility opportunities and reduce displacement risk. Particular focus will be given to facilitating ADU development via the variety of methods described in this program in high-resource areas such as Kamm/Madsen neighborhood, North Kingsburg, Lincoln Square, and the neighborhood near Kingsburg High School.

Relevant Policies: Policy 1.3, Policy 2.1, Policy 2.6
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1H-24 FRESNO MULTI-JURISDICTIONAL HOUSING ELEMENT | APRIL 2024 Program 14: Replacement Units
To reduce displacement risk and in accordance with California Government Code Section 65583.2(g), the City will require replacement housing units subject to the requirements of California Government Code Section 65915(c)(3) on sites identified in the sites inventory when any new development (residential, mixed-use, or nonresidential) occurs on a site that has been occupied by or restricted for the use of lowerincome households at any time during the previous five years.

This requirement applies to:
▪ Non-vacant sites;
▪ Vacant sites with previous residential uses that have been vacated or demolished.

Financing: General Fund
Time Frame:

Ongoing, the replacement requirement will be implemented immediately and applied as applications on identified sites are received and processed.

Implementation
Responsibility:

Community Development Department (Planning Department)
Relevant Policies: Policy 3.3, Policy 3.6
Program 15: Housing for a Variety of Needs
The City will encourage housing types to address the housing needs of a variety of household types, sizes, and incomes. This could include duplexes, townhomes, apartment buildings, and condominiums in neighborhoods and new subdivisions. This will help to identify innovative and alternative housing options, providing greater flexibility and affordability in the housing stock while promoting mixed-income development. This may include consideration for further reduction in regulatory barriers for community land trusts, tiny houses, microhomes, cottage homes, small lot subdivisions, and other alternative housing types, as well as exploration of a variety of densities and housing types in all zoning districts.

Financing: General Fund
Time Frame:

Identify innovative and alternative housing options to help further housing production by December 2025; amend the Zoning Ordinance as needed.

Implementation
Responsibility:

Community Development Department (Planning Department)
SECTION 1H-1: ACTION PLAN
FRESNO MULTI-JURISDICTIONAL HOUSING ELEMENT | APRIL 2024 1H-25 Quantified Objective:
30 lower-income units, 30 moderate-income units, and 10 above moderateincome units to reduce displacement risk for all residents and facilities in income-integrated neighborhoods.

Relevant Policies: Policy 1.2, Policy 2.1, Policy 4.4
Removal of Governmental Constraints
Program 16: Zoning Code Amendments
The City will amend the Municipal Code to address the following development standards and barriers to special-needs housing opportunities:
▪ Density Bonus: Adopt a Density Bonus provision in 2023 to comply with California’s density bonus law (California Government Code Section 65915, as revised) and promote the use of density bonuses for lower-income units by providing information through a brochure in City buildings and on the City’s website.
▪ Accessory Dwelling Units: Amend the Zoning Code, including the Form Based Code, to define ADUs and replace references to “second dwelling units” and to be consistent with the latest State legislation related to ADUs, ensuring that ADUs are permitted in all zones that permit single-family or multifamily uses, and permit the construction of a junior accessory dwelling unit (JADU) on each lot in addition to an ADU, in accordance with California Government Code Section 65852.2. ▪ Emergency Shelters: AIdentify a zone that allows residential uses by-right and amend to allow emergency shelters without a conditional use permit or other discretionary permit in the Highway Commercial zoning district subject to standards outlined in Kingsburg Municipal Code 17.44.020 (B)(q)) and pursuant to Government Code Section 65583(a)(4)(I) and amend the definition of emergency shelters to clarify that emergency shelters may include other non-permanent housing interventions, such as a navigation center, bridge housing, and respite or recuperative care include interim interventions. .
▪ Low-Barrier Navigation Centers: Permit low-barrier navigation centers, defined as low-barrier, temporary service-enriched shelters to help homeless individuals and families to quickly obtain permanent housing by-right in zones where mixed uses are allowed or in nonresidential zones that permit multifamily housing (Government Code Section 65662; AB 101). ▪ Definition of Family: Amend the definition of “family” in the Kingsburg Zoning CodeOrdinance to not limit family by size or relation such that it does not impede the ability of persons with disabilities to locate housingin compliance with state law.

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1H-26 FRESNO MULTI-JURISDICTIONAL HOUSING ELEMENT | APRIL 2024 ▪ Residential Care Facilities: Allow residential care facilities for six or fewer persons, in accordance with Health and Safety Code Section 1568.0831, and allow residential care facilities of for more than six persons with administrativewithout discretionary reviewapproval, regardless of sizeof all sizes, in all zones that permit residential uses of the same type, in accordance with the City’s definition of family.
▪ Farmworker/Employee Housing: Treat employee/farmworker housing that serves six or fewer persons as a single-family structure and permit it in the same manner as other single-family structures of the same type within the same zone across all zones that allow single-family residential uses. Treat employee/farmworker housing consisting of no more than 12 units or 36 beds as an agricultural use and permit it in the same manner as other agricultural uses in the same zone, in compliance with the California Employee Housing Act, and allow for a streamlined, ministerial approval process for projects on land designated as agricultural or land that allows agricultural uses (Health and Safety Code Sections 17021.5, 17021.6, and 17021.8). ▪ Single-Room Occupancy Units: Define single-room occupancy units in compliance with Government Code Section 65583(c)(1) and identify at least one zone where they will be permitted. ▪ Transitional and Supportive Housing: Permit transitional housing and supportive housing as residential uses only subject to those restrictions that apply to other residential dwellings of the same type in the same zone (Government Code Section 65583(a)(5)) including in the CC and FBC3 zones. Additionally, allow supportive housing without discretionary review in multifamily and mixed-use zones (Government Code Section 65651).
▪ Mobile Homes/Manufactured Housing: Allow and permit mobile homes/manufactured housing on permanent foundations in the same manner and in the same zone as conventional or stick-built structures are permitted (Government Code Section 65852.3). ▪ Minimum Site Area: Amend the requirements for the RM-2.0 zone such that the Minimum Site Area Per Dwelling Unit is 2,000 sq. ft. instead of 2,500 sq. ft. ▪ Rezoning and redesignation to Address the RHNA: To address the 2023-2031 RHNA, amend the General Plan and/or Zoning Code to create a new zoning district, to provide adequate sites to address the shortfall in units to address the lower income RHNA of 409 units (the City’s lower income RHNA number). Redesignating and rezoning parcels with APNs 39425116, 39425117, 39602019, and 39421007 in Table 1H-4 will address the shortfall of suitably designated and zoned sites to address the lower-income RHNA. The allowed base density in the new residential land use designation and zoning district applied to these sites will be a maximum of 25 dwelling units per acre, with a minimum density of 20 dwelling units per acre. With the proposed allowed density, each site will permit at least 16 units on the site. All of these sites shall be designated for residential use only. Implementation will include meeting all the requirements per Government Code section 65583.2, subdivisions (h) and (i). Development standards will be established or modified as to SECTION 1H-1: ACTION PLAN
FRESNO MULTI-JURISDICTIONAL HOUSING ELEMENT | APRIL 2024 1H-27 facilitate development to achieve maximum density. The redesignation and rezoning of the parcels to address the lower income shortfall must be completed within one year of the beginning of the 6th Cycle Housing Element planning period, which is December 31, 2024. ▪ Parking Standards: Evaluate and reduce parking requirements for multifamily projects. Create a sliding scale and reduce the requirements below 2 spaces for smaller bedroom types to 1 space or less (studio and 1-bedroom). 2 spaces can be required for larger multifamily units as long as that is inclusive of guest parking. The garage requirement will be removed for all multifamily projects.

Financing: General Fund
Time Frame:

Amend Zoning Ordinance to allow emergency shelters in the Highway Commercial Zoning District by December 31, 2025within one year of adoption of the Housing Element6. Complete remaining the rest of the Zoning Ordinance amendments by December 31, 2024. Annually review the effectiveness and appropriateness of the Zoning Ordinance and process any necessary amendments to remove or mitigate potential constraints to the development of housing.

Implementation
Responsibility:

Community Development Department
Quantified
Objectives:
175 lower income units
Relevant Policies: Policy 1.1, Policy 2.7, Policy 5.2
Program 17: Growth Management System
Pursuant to State law, the City must ensure that its policies and regulations governing residential uses in the City do not preclude the City from meeting its RHNA for all income levels. The City’s current Growth Management System provides adequate allocations to meet the overall RHNA. The City will monitor its annual and cumulative allocations to ensure that remaining allocations can accommodate its RHNA for all income levels.

As part of the City’s annual allocation process, monitor the remaining allocations available. As necessary to meet the City’s RHNA for all income levels, consider prioritizing allocations to projects that help meet the City’s RHNA.

Financing: General Fund
Time Frame:

Annually monitor, and modify as appropriate, the Growth Management System to ensure that the allocation process does not unduly constrain housing development in the community. If, by the end of 2025 the Growth Management APPENDIX 1H: CITY OF KINGSBURG
1H-28 FRESNO MULTI-JURISDICTIONAL HOUSING ELEMENT | APRIL 2024 System is found to be a constraint, the Growth Management System will be modified by the end of 2026 to address the identified constraints.

Implementation
Responsibility:

Planning Department; Planning Commission; City Council
Relevant Policies: Policy 1.2, Policy 1.6, Policy 2.7
Program 18: Reasonable Accommodations and Universal Design The City will develop and formalize a general process that a person with physical and developmental disabilities can use to make a reasonable accommodation request to accommodate the needs of persons with disabilities and streamline the permit review process. The City will provide information to individuals with disabilities regarding reasonable accommodation policies, practices, and procedures based on the guidelines from HCD. This information will be available through postings and pamphlets at the public counter and on the City’s website.

The City will also implement State requirements (Sections 4450 to 4460 of the California Government Code and Title 24 of the California Code of Regulations) to include accessibility in housing and public facilities for persons with disabilities:
▪ Encourage housing developers to include mobility-impaired accessibility in their project designs and prioritize these types of projects to increase housing mobility opportunities for seniors and persons with disabilities.
▪ Review regulations and procedures for City-funded or operated housing programs to ensure that they do not exclude participation by persons with disabilities. ▪ Include accessibility considerations in the preparation of the City’s capital improvement plan and the allocation of funding for capital improvements in support of housing and residential neighborhoods for persons with physical or developmental disabilities.

Financing: General Fund, SB 2 Grant Funding, LEAP Grant Funding Time Frame:

Develop and adopt a reasonable accommodations ordinance by December 2024; create brochures on universal design and the reasonable accommodations ordinance by July 2025 and update biannually, or as needed.

Implementation
Responsibility:

Community Development Department
Quantified Objective:

Assist 5 residents with reasonable accommodation requests to reduce displacement risk and encourage 3 accessible units to improve housing mobility. Particular focus will be given to facilitating the development of accessible units in areas with higher rates of residents with disabilities, such as SECTION 1H-1: ACTION PLAN
FRESNO MULTI-JURISDICTIONAL HOUSING ELEMENT | APRIL 2024 1H-29 the city’s east side, to avoid displacement. Additional attention will be given to expanding housing mobility opportunities by facilitating the development of accessible housing in high-resource areas such as Kamm/Madsen neighborhood, North Kingsburg, Lincoln Square, and the neighborhood near Kingsburg High School.

Relevant Policies: Policy 4.1, Policy 4.5
Program 19: Lot Consolidation
To create additional opportunities for infill development and affordable housing, the City will help to facilitate lot consolidations to combine small lots identified as part of a larger site in the Housing Element into larger developable lots for housing. The City will meet with local developers and property owners to discuss development opportunities and incentives for lot consolidation to accommodate affordable housing units and consider additional incentives brought forth by developers. As developers and owners approach the City with interest in lot consolidation for the development of affordable housing, the City could defer certain fees, allow more height or additional stories, waive lot merger fees for certain small contiguous lots, and provide concurrent/fast tracking of project application reviews to developers who provide affordable housing. By 2026, the City will review the effectiveness of this program and revise as appropriate. The City will also evaluate grant funding for parcel assemblage land banking when it is available.

Financing: General Fund (legislative efforts); Grant funding (implementation) Timeframe:

Meet with developers and owners of small lots starting in 2024 and every other year thereafter. Based on the meetings with developers and property owners, add incentives as appropriate within six months, and again each year after every annual meeting occurs. Ongoing: Support consolidation as applicable housing applications are received; Pursue grant funding during planning period if California legislation and/or programs enable a tax-increment or similar program that leads to funding for site assembly.

Implementation
Responsibility:

Community Development Department
Relevant Policies: Policy 1.1, Policy 1.2, Policy 1.4, Policy 1.5, Policy 2.4 Quantified Objective:

Facilitate development of 20 lower- and 30 moderate-income units during the planning period to improve housing mobility, reduce displacement risk, and increase the supply of affordable housing in higher opportunity areas. Approval of more applications to merge parcels that result in feasible sites for multifamily housing during the planning period.

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1H-30 FRESNO MULTI-JURISDICTIONAL HOUSING ELEMENT | APRIL 2024 Program 20: Monitoring of Planning and Development Fees The City charges various fees to review and process development applications. Such fees may add to the cost of housing development. The City will analyze housing-related development fees on an annual basis to ensure they do not unduly constrain development. As part of the analysis process, the City will meet with developers at least once by December 2025 to request input regarding constraints associated with fees.

Based on feedback received, reduce fees if found to be a constraint by bringing an updated fee schedule to the City Council. The City will also include affordability requirements in the City’s master fee schedule.

Further, the City will offer deferred or reduced fees to facilitate affordable housing development, as appropriate.

Financing: General Fund
Time Frame:

Meet with multifamily developers by December 2025 and revise fees, if necessary, by December 2026. Review fees annually.

Implementation
Responsibility:

Community Development Department
Quantified Objective:

Facilitate construction of 100 multifamily units during the planning period, targeting missing-middle development in higher-resource areas and encouraging at least 40 of the units to be affordable to lower-income households.

Relevant Policies: Policy 1.2, Policy 1.4
Program 21: Preliminary Applications (SB 330) and Streamlined Approval (SB 35) The City will continue to review projects in compliance with SB 330. The City will also establish a written policy and/or procedure, and other guidance as appropriate, to specify the SB 35 streamlining approval process and standards for eligible projects under Government Code Section 65913.4. The applications will be available on the City’s website for developers interested in pursuing the streamlined process or vesting rights.

Financing: General Fund
Time Frame:

Continue to implement HCD’s SB 330 preliminary application on an ongoing basis. Develop an SB 35 streamlined approval process by June 2025 and implement as applications are received.

Implementation
Responsibility:

Community Development Department
SECTION 1H-1: ACTION PLAN
FRESNO MULTI-JURISDICTIONAL HOUSING ELEMENT | APRIL 2024 1H-31 Quantified Objective:

Facilitate construction of 10 very low-income units and 10 low-income units to increase housing mobility opportunities, prioritizing new opportunities in higher-resource areas.

Relevant Policies: Policy 1.4, Policy 2.3, Policy 2.4
Program 22: Objective Design Standards
The City will develop objective design guidelines and revise existing standards to remove subjective standards and provide clear and objective standards related to single-family, multifamily, and mixed-use residential developments for the “Swedish Village”. This work will include objective standards for the MXU district.

Financing: General Fund
Time Frame: Adopt objective design standards by December 2025 and implement thereafter.

Implementation
Responsibility:

Community Development Department
Quantified Objective:
20 units incorporated in the Swedish Village city core to facilitate proximity to services and amenities in higher resource areas
Relevant Policies: Policy 1.8, Policy 2.7
Housing Quality
Program 23: Fresno County Housing Assistance Rehabilitation Program (HARP) This program provides loans to qualifying homeowners, including owners of mobile or manufactured homes, in the unincorporated county and participating cities for the improvement of their homes. The City of Kingsburg is a participating jurisdiction. Eligible improvements include energy-efficiency upgrades and installations, health and safety and hazard corrections, and accessibility modifications to reduce displacement risk and facilitate place-based revitalization. Loan terms under this program vary according to household income and the improvements and repairs that are needed. The City will:
▪ Promote available housing rehabilitation resources on the City’s website and at public counters. ▪ Conduct targeted outreach to inform property owners of rehabilitation assistance in neighborhoods with older housing units, such as the Bicentennial Park neighborhood and east of SR 99. ▪ Refer interested households to County program.
▪ Target promotion in areas of need to assist in reducing displacement risk for residents by improving living conditions and enabling them to stay in their home and community.

APPENDIX 1H: CITY OF KINGSBURG
1H-32 FRESNO MULTI-JURISDICTIONAL HOUSING ELEMENT | APRIL 2024 Financing: CDBG and HOME funds
Time Frame:

Update materials every other year, or as new information is provided by the County, and send out targeted promotion annually.

Implementation
Responsibility:

Fresno County Public Works and Planning Department, Community Development Division, and City of Kingsburg
Quantified Objective:

Connect at least 20 lower-income households with rehabilitation resources during the planning period. Facilitate rehabilitation of five housing units, three of these in areas of concentrated poverty or areas with older housing stock, such as the Bicentennial Park neighborhood, other neighborhoods on the south side of the city, and neighborhoods east of SR 99, to facilitate place-based revitalization.

Relevant Policies: Policy 3.2, Policy 4.1
Program 24: Fresno County Rental Rehabilitation Program (RRP) This program provides no-interest loans to qualifying property owners in the unincorporated county and participating cities for making improvements to their rental properties to reduce displacement risk for renters. The City of Kingsburg is a participating city in the RRP and provides information to property owners. Eligible improvements include repairing code deficiencies, completing deferred maintenance, leadbased paint and asbestos abatement, heating, ventilation, and air conditioning (HVAC) repairs, energyefficiency upgrades, accessibility modifications, and kitchen and bathroom upgrades. The City will:
▪ Promote available housing rehabilitation resources on the City’s website and at public counters. ▪ Refer interested property owners to County program.
▪ Target promotion in areas of concentrated renter households or older housing stock to assist in reducing displacement risk for residents by improving living conditions and enabling them to stay in their home and community.

Financing: HOME funds
Time Frame:

Update materials every other year, or as new information is provided by the County, and send out targeted promotions annually.

Implementation
Responsibility:

Fresno County Public Works and Planning Department, Community Development Division, and City of Kingsburg
SECTION 1H-1: ACTION PLAN
FRESNO MULTI-JURISDICTIONAL HOUSING ELEMENT | APRIL 2024 1H-33 Quantified Objective:

Connect at least 10 property owners with rehabilitation resources during the planning period. Facilitate rehabilitation of five rental units, three of these in areas of concentrated poverty or concentration of renters, such as in eastern Kingsburg, and in areas with older housing stock, such as the Bicentennial Park neighborhood and other neighborhoods in the south side of the city. to facilitate place-based revitalization.

Relevant Policies: Policy 3.2, Policy 4.1
Program 25: Code Enforcement
The City will continue to use code enforcement and abatement processes to bring substandard housing units and residential properties into compliance with City codes. The City will also refer income-eligible households to County housing rehabilitation programs for assistance in making the code corrections.

Targeted efforts to improve housing conditions in areas of need will facilitate place-based revitalization and assist in reducing displacement risk for residents by improving living conditions and enabling them to remain in their home and community.

Financing: General Fund
Time Frame:

Make informational materials on rehabilitation assistance programs available by March 2024, to be provided on an ongoing basis when violations are confirmed, conduct code enforcement as complaints are received.

Implementation
Responsibility:

Community Development Department (Building Department)
Quantified Objective:

Reduce displacement risk and encourage place-based revitalization by facilitating rehabilitation of 10 units by providing informational materials to owners in violation of City codes on available assistance programs and annually promote available assistance programs in areas of concentrated lowerincome households.

Relevant Policies: Policy 3.1, Policy 3.3
APPENDIX 1H: CITY OF KINGSBURG
1H-34 FRESNO MULTI-JURISDICTIONAL HOUSING ELEMENT | APRIL 2024 Housing Assistance
Program 26: Fresno County Homebuyer Assistance Program
City of Kingsburg participates in the County’s Homebuyer Assistance Program (HAP), which is administered through the Fresno County Housing Authority. To reduce displacement risk of homeowners being priced out of the community and to facilitate housing mobility opportunities, this program assists lower-income families with purchasing their first home by providing a zero-interest, deferred payment loan that does not exceed 20 percent of the purchase price of the single-family residence (plus loan closing costs). Households earning up to 80 percent of the area median income (AMI) in unincorporated Fresno County and participating cities are eligible for this program. The City will:
▪ Promote available homebuyer resources on the City’s website and at public counters. ▪ Refer interested households to the County program with the goal of assisting four households. ▪ Promote the availability of this program, particularly in areas with concentrations of renters, particularly lower-income renters, by providing multilingual informational materials at public buildings and community locations and will post the program on the City’s website.

Kingsburg residents also have access to a number of homebuyer assistance programs offered by the California Housing Finance Agency (CalHFA), through the Fresno County Public Works and Planning Department, Community Development Division.
▪ Mortgage Credit Certificate (MCC): The MCC Tax Credit is a federal credit that can reduce potential federal income tax liability, creating additional net spendable income that borrowers may use toward their monthly mortgage payment. This MCC Tax Credit program may enable first-time homebuyers to convert a portion of their annual mortgage interest into a direct dollar-for-dollar tax credit on their U.S. individual income tax returns.
▪ CalPLUS Conventional Program: This is a first mortgage loan insured through private mortgage insurance on the conventional market. The interest rate on the CalPLUS Conventional is fixed throughout the 30-year term. The CalPLUS Conventional is combined with a CalHFA Zero Interest Program (ZIP), which is a deferred-payment junior loan of three percent of the first mortgage loan amount, for down payment assistance.
▪ CalHFA Conventional Program: This is a first mortgage loan insured through private mortgage insurance on the conventional market. The interest rate on the CalHFA Conventional is fixed throughout the 30-year term.

SECTION 1H-1: ACTION PLAN
FRESNO MULTI-JURISDICTIONAL HOUSING ELEMENT | APRIL 2024 1H-35 Financing: General Fund, HOME funds
Time Frame:

Ensure informational materials on all homebuyer resources are on the City’s website and available at public counters by June 2024. Update materials annually, or as new information is provided by the County, and send out targeted promotion at least every other year.

Implementation
Responsibility:

Fresno County Public Works and Planning Department, Community Development Department
Quantified Objective:

Connect 20 prospective homebuyers with the County program to facilitate housing mobility opportunities in the city.

Relevant Policies: Policy 2.1, Policy, 2.4, Policy 2.5, Policy 2.8 Program 27: Energy Conservation
The City will continue to promote energy conservation in housing development and rehabilitation:
▪ Promote California HERO and YGRENE programs by providing links on the City website and making brochures available at City counters.
▪ Continue to promote and support Pacific Gas and Electric Company programs that provide energyefficiency rebates for qualifying energy-efficient upgrades by providing a link on the City website and making brochures available at City counters.
▪ Expedite review and approval of alternative energy devices (e.g., solar panels). ▪ Assist lower-income households with energy efficiency through the County’s Housing Assistance Rehabilitation Program.
▪ Encourage developers to be innovativee in designing energy-efficient homes and improving the energy efficiency for new construction.

Financing: General Fund
Time Frame:

Make information easily available on the City’s website and at public facilities by June 2025.

Implementation
Responsibility:

Community Development Department
Quantified Objective:

Assist five low-income residents annually in need of assistance with energyefficiency improvements to reduce displacement risk due to housing costs.

Relevant Policies: Policy 6.1, Policy 6.2, Policy 6.3
APPENDIX 1H: CITY OF KINGSBURG
1H-36 FRESNO MULTI-JURISDICTIONAL HOUSING ELEMENT | APRIL 2024 Program 28: Housing Choice Vouchers
The Housing Choice Voucher (HCV) Program extends rental subsidies to extremely low- and very lowincome households, including families, seniors, and the disabled. The program offers a voucher that pays the difference between the current fair market rent (FMR) as established by the United States Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD) and what a tenant can afford to pay (i.e., 30 percent of household income). The Fresno Housing Authority administers the HCV program in Fresno County. ▪ Provide a link to the Fresno Housing Authority’s HCV program webpage on the City’s website by February 2024.
▪ Meet with the Fresno Housing Authority by June 2024 to discuss the process of developing printed informational materials, with the goal of making materials available at public counters by June 2025.
▪ Work with the Housing Authority to disseminate information to landlords and property owners on incentives for participating in the HCV program throughout the city to promote housing opportunities for all residents.
▪ Refer interested households to the Fresno Housing Authority and encourage landlords to register their properties with the Housing Authority for accepting HCVs.

Financing: HUD Section 8
Time Frame:

Provide information on the City’s website by February 2024. Meet with the Housing Authority by June 2024 and develop informational materials by June 2025. Target outreach to property owners and landlords at least annually.

Implementation
Responsibility:

Fresno Housing Authority
Quantified Objective:
80 lower-income units in higher-opportunity areas to promote access to resources and mobility for target households.

Relevant Policies: Policy 2.2
SECTION 1H-1: ACTION PLAN
FRESNO MULTI-JURISDICTIONAL HOUSING ELEMENT | APRIL 2024 1H-37 Program 29: Housing Discrimination Monitoring and Referral The Fresno Housing Authority publicizes all information related to housing opportunities, programs and fair-housing information and assistance in English, Spanish, Hmong, French, German, Chinese, Arabic, Dutch, Italian, Korean, Portuguese, and Russian. However, while all public notices and information on the Housing Authority website are translated to all of the previously mentioned languages, general circulation of information and secondary links, such as applications, are available only in English. The City will coordinate with the Housing Authority, Fresno Council of Governments (FCOG), and other Fresno County jurisdictions to develop Spanish-language printed materials to improve accessibility to fair housing resources for residents. If additional languages become more prevalent in the county, materials will be translated into those languages as needed.

The City will also:
▪ Establish a procedure to refer residents with fair housing questions or issues to the Fair Housing Council of Central Valley (FHC-CC), California Rural Legal Aid (CLRA), and other fair housing organizations.
▪ Provide fair housing information on the City’s website and in printed materials available in public buildings in both English and Spanish.
▪ Coordinate with local fair housing service providers to conduct biannual trainings for landlords and tenants on fair housing laws, rights, and responsibilities and ongoing access to legal counseling.

Financing: General Fund, grant funding
Time Frame:

Either individually or as part of the Countywide Housing Element Technical Committee (Program 1), meet annually with FC-CC to discuss fair housing issues and opportunities for education. Assist the Housing Authority to translate fair housing materials and resources into Spanish by December 2024.

Make fair housing information available on the City’s website and in public buildings by June 2025. Coordinate with fair housing providers to conduct biannual trainings for landlords and property owners.

Implementation
Responsibility:

Community Development Division, Fresno Housing Authority Quantified Objective:

Reduce displacement risk for 20 individuals or families resulting from language barriers and 10 from discrimination by landlords or property owners.

Particular focus on fair housing outreach for speakers of languages other than English will be made in areas of the city with higher concentrations of nonwhite residents, including the southeast side of the city along the SR-99 corridor.

APPENDIX 1H: CITY OF KINGSBURG
1H-38 FRESNO MULTI-JURISDICTIONAL HOUSING ELEMENT | APRIL 2024 Relevant Policies: Policy 5.1
Program 30: Improve Access to Resources
The City shall take the following actions to improve access to resources and opportunities citywide, but with a particular emphasis on place-based revitalization in neighborhoods with a concentration of lowerincome residents who often face additional barriers in accessing resources:
▪ Work with Fresno County Rural Transit Agency (FCRTA) and other jurisdictions in the county to develop a fact sheet, or similar informational materials, of FCRTA programs to be posted on the City’s website, social media, and in public buildings by January 2026, and advertised annually in the City’s newsletter to help connect seniors and other residents to services in the city and throughout the county. Once informational materials area available, conduct targeted outreach in areas with higher rates of seniors and persons with disabilities within six months, including on the south side of the city and to age-restricted senior housing complexes. ▪ Prioritize projects that facilitate place-based revitalization through the City’s Capital Improvement Plan, such as projects that improve public infrastructure in deteriorating or underserved areas.

Review funding opportunities that will allow the City to fund projects currently listed as unfunded in the CIP to invest in community amenities such as water and sewer infrastructure, parks and recreation facilities or active transportation facilities on an annual basis and apply as they become available. Apply for funding for at least two community amenities projects during the planning period.
▪ Ensure program availability and funding announcements are made available in Spanish starting within six months of Housing Element adoption and translation is available at public meetings.

Provide translation services as requested, at at least 10 public meetings during the planning period. ▪ Facilitate place-based revitalization and promote healthy environments for new housing by evaluating transitional buffers between residential and agricultural uses and highways and working with developers as projects are proposed to mitigate impacts associated with emissions from agricultural industries and traffic and facilitate access to healthy outdoor spaces. ▪ To promote environmental justice , the City shall implement strategies from its General Plan, adopted July 1992, including implementing noise mitigation measures along the railroad line in the Central Business District; maintaining a standard of 2.7 acres of parkland per 1000 residents; and providing open space areas such as pedestrian parkways and other landscaped corridors as connectors between parks, schools, residential areas, and other activity centers where possible.

Implement strategies from other elements of the General Plan listed above on at least an annual basis.

SECTION 1H-1: ACTION PLAN
FRESNO MULTI-JURISDICTIONAL HOUSING ELEMENT | APRIL 2024 1H-39 ▪ Meet with school district representatives by June 2025 to analyze whether housing security poses a barrier to student achievement. Work with the school district to assist in securing grant funding for teacher recruitment and retention bonuses, classroom materials, and other incentives for teachers to facilitate positive learning environments citywide. If district representatives identify housing availability as a barrier to teacher retention, conduct a feasibility study to identify the funding that would be required to provide teacher housing or other housing incentives for teachers by June 2028.

Financing: General Fund
Time Frame: Refer to each bulleted action for specific timeframes.

Implementation
Responsibility:

Community Development Department
Quantified Objective:

Improve access to resources and reduce displacement risk resulting from a variety of factors for at least 30 residents.

Relevant Policies: Policy 3.1, Policy 3.5, Policy 5.1, Policy 5.2 Program 31: Neighborhood Improvements
The City shall promote environmental justice and maintain and revitalize neighborhoods citywide, with a particular focus on areas of lower opportunity and concentrated poverty. Targeted investment in neighborhood revitalization will focus on improving infrastructure, schools, employment, parks, transportation and other community amenities. The City shall adopt and implement an Active Transportation Plan and Parks Master Plan in order to be more competitive in grant applications, as this will facilitate place-based revitalization through increased investment in transportation and parkways.

In order to address environmental disparities or negative environmental impacts, particularly related to air quality, the City will conduct citywide outreach to publicize available residential and commercial programs from non-City sources, such as the San Joaquin Valley Air Pollution Control District, on an annual basis.

The City will also investigate the availability of additional funds and programs to mitigate air quality issues, particularly in buildings with low-income tenants and for low-income homeowners, as well as funding that can be used to incentivize air quality improvement strategies on projects with lower- or moderate-income units, such as the installation of green roofs. The City will seek this funding on an annual basis and apply as opportunities become available, then make funding available for the applicable strategy within six months of receipt. As is discussed in Program 30, the City will also study transitional buffer areas between residential uses and highways or agricultural uses to mitigate associated issues related to air quality and will identify environmental mitigation strategies on at least two projects during the planning period related to air quality issues.

APPENDIX 1H: CITY OF KINGSBURG
1H-40 FRESNO MULTI-JURISDICTIONAL HOUSING ELEMENT | APRIL 2024 Additionally, the City will actively recruit residents from areas of concentrated poverty to serve on boards, committees, and task forces as vacancies are available, including the Planning Commission, Community Services Commission and Public Safety Committee to facilitate place-based revitalization by encourage representation from areas in high need of investment.

Financing: General Fund
Time Frame:

A list of specific projects that implement the above policies is updated annually during fiscal year budget and Capital Improvement Plan process. Send information to residents of areas of concentrated poverty or host information sessions in these areas when board and commission vacancies become available. Adopt and implement an Active Transportation Plan and Parks Master Plan by December 2024 in order to be more competitive in grant applications. Seek funding for air quality pollution mitigation features and programs on a bi-annual basis and apply as funds become available.

Implementation
Responsibility:

Community Development Department
Quantified Objective:

Recruit two board or commission members from high-poverty areas within the planning period. Provide funding to incentivize air quality mitigation features on two projects with lower or moderate-income units during the planning period.

Relevant Policies: Policy 3.1, Policy 3.5
Program 32: Facilitate Housing Co-Located with Religious and Community Facilities Religious and Community Facilities sites provide a unique opportunity to provide affordable housing on properties that may have surplus land available. Additionally, these sites may support affordable housing options that could provide additional support services on site.

AB 1851 (Wicks, 2020) allows faith-based organizations like churches and other places of worship to reduce or eliminate parking requirements when they seek to build affordable housing on land they own or lease. AB 1851 allows faith-based organizations to build housing on their parking lots and prohibits cities from requiring the replacement of those parking spaces. The City will also outreach to promote and encourage the use of SB 4 (Wiener, 2023) provisions to facilitate and streamline affordable housing on these properties.

The City will evaluate opportunities to facilitate co-location of housing on Religious and Community Facilities sites through a Zoning Code amendment and collaborate with faith-based organizations to support viable, voluntary opportunities. The City will outreach to faith-based organizations to discuss the possibilities of developing affordable housing on land they own or lease. The City aims to accommodate at SECTION 1H-1: ACTION PLAN
FRESNO MULTI-JURISDICTIONAL HOUSING ELEMENT | APRIL 2024 1H-41 least 35 additional lower income units on properties owned by faith-based organizations during the planning period. The City will target the colocation of housing in higher income, higher opportunity areas.

Financing: General Fund
Time Frame:

The City will outreach to faith-based organizations by December 2024 and implement a Zoning Code amendment within 12 months thereafter with the goal of co-located at least 35 affordable units in higher income, higher opportunity areas.

Implementation
Responsibility:

Community Development Department
Quantified Objective:

At least 35 affordable units co-located on Religious and Community Facility Sites
Relevant Policies: Policy 1.2, Policy 1.5, Policy 2.1
APPENDIX 1H: CITY OF KINGSBURG
1H-42 FRESNO MULTI-JURISDICTIONAL HOUSING ELEMENT | APRIL 2024 Quantified Objectives
Quantified objectives estimate the number of units likely to be constructed, rehabilitated, or conserved/preserved by income level during the planning period based on optimal implementation of each program. The quantified objectives do not set a ceiling on development; rather, they set a target goal for the jurisdiction to achieve based on needs, resources, and constraints. Each quantified objective is detailed by income level, as shown in Table 1H-1.

Table 1H-1 Quantified Objective Summary
Program
Extremely
Low
Very Low Low Moderate
Above
Moderate
RHNA 124 124 161 150 323
New Construction
Program 5 61 120 200 395
Program 8 124 124 161
Program 9 5 10 5
Program 10 25 25 10
Program 11 124 124 161
Program 13 145 62 21
Program 15 10 20 30 10
Program 16 175
Program 17 124 124 161 150
Program 19 20 30
Program 20 10 30 60
Program 21 10 10
Program 22 5 5 5 5
Program 32 35
Rehabilitation
Program 18 4 4
Program 23 5 5 10
Program 24 2 2 4
Program 25 5 5
Conservation
Program 12 80 107
Program 27 5
Program 28 80
Program 29 5 10 10
Source: City of Kingsburg, March 20232024

1. In some cases, quantified objectives overlap and therefore identify multiple strategies to achieve the RHNA.

2. Moderate- and above moderate-income unit capacity is anticipated to be met by market development trends.

SECTION 1H-2: SITES INVENTORY
FRESNO MULTI-JURISDICTIONAL HOUSING ELEMENT | APRIL 2024 1H-43 SECTION 1H-2: SITES INVENTORY
California law (Government Code Section 65583 (a)(3)) requires that the Housing Element contain an inventory of land suitable for residential development, including vacant sites that can be developed within the planning period and nonvacant (i.e., underutilized) sites having potential for redevelopment. State law also requires an analysis of the relationship of zoning and public facilities and services to these sites.

Regional Housing Needs Allocation
The Regional Housing Needs Allocation (RHNA) is the State of California–required process that seeks to ensure cities and counties are planning for enough housing to accommodate all economic segments of the community. The process is split into the following three steps.

1. Regional Determination: The California Department of Housing and Community Development (HCD) provides each region with a Regional Determination of housing need, which includes a total number of units split into four income categories. The City of Kingsburg is in the region covered by the Fresno Council of Governments (FCOG). HCD gave FCOG a Regional Determination of 58,298 units for the 6th cycle RHNA (2023-2031). This is the total number of units that the cities and counties in the FCOG region must collectively plan to accommodate.

2. RHNA Methodology: Councils of Governments (COG), including FCOG, are responsible for developing an RHNA methodology for allocating the Regional Determination to each city and county. This methodology must further meet specific State objectives, including, but not limited to, promoting infill, equity, and environmental protection; ensuring jobs-housing balance; and affirmatively furthering fair housing.

3. Housing Element Updates: Each city and county must then adopt a housing element that demonstrates how the jurisdiction can accommodate its assigned RHNA through its zoning. HCD reviews each jurisdiction’s housing element for compliance with State law.

The City of Kingsburg’s share of the regional housing need was determined by a methodology prepared by FCOG as part of the Regional Housing Needs Plan, adopted in November 2022. In accordance with FCOG’s Regional Housing Needs Plan, the City must plan to accommodate a total of 882 housing units between July 30, 2023, and December 31, 2031. Table 1H-2 shows the City’s RHNA by income category.

Of the 882 total units, the City must plan to accommodate 248 units for very low-income households, 161 units for low-income households, 150 units for moderate-income households, and 323 units for above moderate-income households.

APPENDIX 1H: CITY OF KINGSBURG
1H-44 FRESNO MULTI-JURISDICTIONAL HOUSING ELEMENT | APRIL 2024 Table 1H-2 Regional Housing Needs Allocation, 2023-2031 Income Category Allocation Percentage
Very Low* 248 28.1%
Low 161 18.3%
Moderate 150 17.0%
Above Moderate 323 36.6%
Total 882 100.0%
Source: FCOG, 2022.
*It is assumed that 50 percent of the very low-income units are allocated to address extremely low-income need.

Availability of Land
State Housing Element law emphasizes the importance of adequate land for housing and requires that each Housing Element “…identify adequate sites … to facilitate and encourage the development of a variety of housing types for all income levels…” (California Government Code Section 65583(c)(1)). To allow for an adequate supply of new housing, land must be zoned at a variety of densities to ensure that development is feasible for a wide range of income levels. The identified land must also have access to appropriate services and infrastructure, such as water, wastewater, and roads.

To demonstrate the City’s capacity to potentially meet its RHNA, an adequate-sites inventory was conducted. The inventory must identify adequate sites that will be made available through appropriate zoning and development standards and with public services and facilities needed to facilitate and encourage the development of a variety of housing types for households of all income levels.

The analysis of the relationship of suitable sites to zoning provides a means for determining the realistic number of dwelling units that could actually be constructed on those sites in the current planning period.

Sites Identified in Previous Housing Element
Pursuant to California Government Code Section 65583.2(c), a nonvacant site identified in the previous planning period and a vacant site identified in two or more previous consecutive planning periods cannot be used to accommodate the lower-income RHNA unless the site is subject to an action in the Housing Element. That action would need to require rezoning within three years of the beginning of the planning period that will allow residential use by right for housing developments with at least 20 percent units affordable to lower-income households. The City did not have a certified Housing Element in the 4th cycle, and therefore does not have any sites in the 6th cycle inventory that were included in two previous consecutive planning periods.

SECTION 1H-2: SITES INVENTORY
FRESNO MULTI-JURISDICTIONAL HOUSING ELEMENT | APRIL 2024 1H-45 Vacant Sites Available
Housing Element law requires jurisdictions to provide an analysis showing that zones identified for lowerincome households are sufficient to encourage such development. The law provides two options for preparing the analysis: (1) describe market demand and trends, financial feasibility, and recent development experience; or (2) use default density standards deemed adequate to meet the appropriate zoning test.

According to State law (California Government Code Section 65583.2(c)(3)(B)), the default density standard for Kingsburg is 20 dwelling units per acre. The City has included several sites, listed in Table 1H-4, that allow at least 20 units per acre to accommodate the City’s lower-income RHNA.

The following assumptions were used to determine the income categories according to the allowed densities for each site:
• Lower-Income Sites. Sites at least 0.5 acres in size that allow at least 20 units per acre were inventoried as feasible for lower-income (low- and very low-income) residential development. This includes sites zoned Central Commercial (CC) and Highway Commercial (HC). The CC zone currently allows residential in mixed-use projects with no maximum allowable density. The requirement excludes 100 percent residential developments in the CC zone. Based on development trends in the city and region, projects in CC zones typically develop at approximately 30 units per acre. However, the City conservatively assumed development of 25 units per acre in this zone. The HC zone currently allows residential uses in areas with the Mixed-Use (MXU) combining district, but the City has included Program 5 to allow 20 units per acre or greater by right, assuming buildout of 22 units per acre. • Moderate-Income Sites. Sites that are zoned RM-2 or RM-3, allowing up to 17.4 and 14.5 units per acre. These areas were inventoried as feasible for moderate-income residential development.

Typical dwelling units include small- and medium-sized apartments and other attached units.

Further, sites that are smaller than 0.5 acres and zoned for CC or HC were deemed too small to be feasible for lower-income development and have instead been assumed to be suitable for moderateincome development. • Above Moderate-Income Sites. Sites within zones that allow only single-family homes at lower densities were inventoried as above moderate-income units. This includes sites with Low-Density Residential land use designations.

Realistic Capacity
In determining the realistic capacity for the City’s inventory of sites, the City considered land use controls and site improvements and assumed an 80 percent adjustment for most sites to reflect developable acreage due to on-site improvements, including sidewalks, utility easements, and infrastructure improvements (roadway access, water, sewer, and stormwater). All sites are served by or planned to be served by infrastructure, with no constraints identified that would reduce capacity beyond the 80 percent adjustment.

However, for Site 44, the City assumed a 50 percent adjustment factor to account for the likelihood that only a portion of the 19.13-acre HC site would be developed with residential uses.

APPENDIX 1H: CITY OF KINGSBURG
1H-46 FRESNO MULTI-JURISDICTIONAL HOUSING ELEMENT | APRIL 2024 To further determine an appropriate realistic capacity assumption, the City considered and evaluated the implementation of its current multifamily development standards (e.g., setbacks, building height, parking, density requirements, land use controls, water and wastewater access, and open space requirements), as well as project examples to determine approximate density and unit capacity so as to not over-project unit potential. After considering the 80 percent adjustment factor, average 105 percent build-out of all project examples, and 116 percent build-out of mixed-use projects, the City decided to take a conservative approach and assume an 80 percent capacity on all sites in residential zones, with the exception of Sites 44, 102, 103, and 104 in Table 1H-4.

Applications have not yet been submitted for projects on Sites 102, 103, and 104, and 105, but are expected within the first half of the planning period. In 2022, the property owners of Sites 102 and 103 expressed interest in developing residential projects on their sites and had several conversations with City staff to discuss opportunities. The number of units projected for these sites are based on conversations with property owners and investors. The owner of Site 104 owns more than 75 residential properties in the city, as well as commercial property. Based on previous development by the owner of Site 104, it is expected the site will develop with a residential project during the planning period. However, because the projects have not yet been approved, the sites have been counted as sites using the estimated project totals as the realistic capacity, which results in a lower, more conservative number of units than if the 80 percent realistic capacity were calculated for these 3 sites. The owners of Site 105 began discussions with the City in 2023 and have expressed their intention to build a 100% affordable senior housing project. They intend to apply for a density bonus for a number of units higher than what is allowed under the maximum density allowed in the base zoning. Therefore, the 80 percent realistic capacity was applied to this site.

Central Commercial Zone
As mentioned, the CC district has no density limit. Development potential in the CC district is determined by estimating a building envelope using the following development standards:
• No limitation on lot coverage
• 10- to 15-foot yard requirements
• 75-foot height limit
• No more than 25 percent of the residential units may be on the groundfloor • Groundfloor units may not be located along street frontages • After parking structure, garages, or carports have been deducted, no more than 50 percent of the groundfloor building area may be occupied by residential units.

SECTION 1H-2: SITES INVENTORY
FRESNO MULTI-JURISDICTIONAL HOUSING ELEMENT | APRIL 2024 1H-47 In 2015, the Marion Villas Senior Housing project was constructed in the CC zone at 34.8 units per acre, and the Stone Plaza Mixed-Use Project is currently under construction at a density of 36.3 units per acre.

Marion Villas Senior Housing was approved before the form-based code for the Downtown was adopted by the City. Sites in the Central Commercial Zone are also in the form-based code area. Some of the development standards are different for the form-based code area. Because Stone Plaza Mixed-Use Project was approved after the form-based code was adopted, it was also subject to the standards for the FBC 3 district where it is located. The standards for the form-based code are listed in Table 1H-21. The standards that differ for the Stone Valley Plaza project from the CC standards include height (3 stories), and there are no setbacks or yard requirements for the district. The height is more restrictive but the setbacks/yards are more permissive. For Central Commercial and the FBC 3 district, aAssuming non-senior housing may have a larger average unit size, a density of 25 units per acre can easily be achieved within the flexible building envelope.

Highway Commercial Zone
Most sites in the HC zone identified in Table 1H-4 are also within the MXU combining district. As shown in Table 1H-4, three of the sites zoned HC are not within the MXU district. The MXU district is intended to facilitate development within the former redevelopment project areas characterized by a mixture of existing uses, blighted structures and sites, and inadequate existing improvements. The MXU district offers flexibility in uses to enhance economic feasibility for redeveloping these properties – all land uses identified in the City’s General Plan may be considered, including stand-alone residential under the General Plan designation of High-Density Residential (up to 22 units per acre). Density is not prescribed in the MXU district. Single-family residential use is not allowed in the MXU district, ensuring the efficient use of land.

However, to further the likelihood of residential development in the HC district, the City has included Program 5 to amend the General Plan and Zoning Ordinance to allow 20 units per acre or greater by-right.

For the purpose of this analysis, development potential on properties zoned HC is assumed to be 22 units per acre to account for the possibility of slightly higher proportions of commercial elements in mixed-use projects in this zone, as compared to the Central Commercial zone.

While mixed-use projects in Kingsburg cannot be 100 percent residential by definition, there is no minimum nonresidential requirement in the mixed-use zone. Therefore, a project can be developed as primarily residential with just one percent nonresidential uses. As shown in Table 1H-3, recent mixed-use projects in Kingsburg have typically been approved and built out at greater than 130 percent of the assumed densities. All mixed-use projects listed in Table 1H-3 are primarily residential. Stone Plaza will include 10 residential units and 3 commercial units, for a total of 8,617 square feet of residential and 8,198 square feet of commercial, resulting in a project that is 51.2 percent residential. Marion Villas Senior Housing includes 19,156 square feet of residential and 2,644 square feet of nonresidential space, for 87.8 percent residential total.

APPENDIX 1H: CITY OF KINGSBURG
1H-48 FRESNO MULTI-JURISDICTIONAL HOUSING ELEMENT | APRIL 2024 The City also looked at recent development in the neighboring city of Reedley to understand larger market trends and development patterns in the surrounding region to inform potential development in Kingsburg as well. In Reedley, the Reedley I project includes only 2,500 square feet of nonresidential space, the Kashian Student Housing project includes only 3,500 square feet of nonresidential space, and the Kashian Workforce Housing project includes only 2,885 square feet of nonresidential space. Assuming a conservative average of 800 square feet per residential unit, Reedley I would be 94.1 percent residential, Kashian Student Housing would be 93.2 percent residential, and Kashian Workforce Housing would be

95.1 percent residential. Given that development standards and nonresidential requirements for neighboring Reedley reflect those in Kingsburg, it is estimated that, on average, mixed-use projects in the greater Kingsburg area are approximately 84.3 percent residential.

The City reviewed the sites with zoning that allows non-residential uses in the City’s currently adopted Housing Element (2015-2023) in addition to other sites with this type of zoning where residential has been built or approved and compared that with current uses on the site. The details about the sites analyzed are below:
▪ 56 parcels that allow non-residential uses were in the existing Housing Element inventory or are developed or approved with residential units in the city. • 16 of those parcels have approved or built projects on them since adoption of the current 5th cycle Housing Element. There has been no change to the remaining 40 parcels. • 13 of the parcels have built or planned non-residential uses on them. • 3 of the parcels have built or planned residential uses on them:
▪ Two are approved or built with all residential units. ▪ One other, Stone Plaza, is mixed use with 88% residential (see additional detail a couple paragraphs above this one).

Two of the projects described above are included in Table 1H-3. The densities of the 3 approved or built residential and mixed use projects are 139%, 96%, and 145% for an average of 126%. Additional analysis of realistic capacity on sites that allow non-residential uses was conducted using the following formula:
number of projects/sites in the list of sites referenced above that allow non-residential divided by the total number of projects approved/built on sites that allow non-residential (above) multiplied by the built density (in dwelling units per acre) of the projects above that included residential divided by the maximum density in the zone where non-residential uses are allowed. The average density in dwelling units per acre for the 3 approved or built residential and mixed use projects is 31.9 du/ac. The maximum density assumed in the Central Commercial zone (see above) is 25 du/ac. Below is the formula using the numbers for Kingsburg:
3/16 X 31.9/25 = 23.9%
Due to this additional analysis, the realistic capacity applied to sites that allow non-residential uses in the sites inventory has been reduced to 23.9%.

SECTION 1H-2: SITES INVENTORY
FRESNO MULTI-JURISDICTIONAL HOUSING ELEMENT | APRIL 2024 1H-49 Table 1H-3 Realistic Capacity Project Examples
Project
Name City Affordability Acres Project Status
General
Plan /
Zoning
Maximum
Allowed
Density
Total
Project
Units
Max.

Allowable
Dwelling
Units
Realistic
Capacity
Stone Plaza
Mixed Use
Project
Kingsburg Market
Rate 0.28 Under Construction

CC / CC
and FBC
3 25 10 76 145%
Marion
Villas
Senior
Housing Kingsburg Lower 1.38
Completed
2015
(approved
before
adoption of
FBC)
CC / CC 25 48 34 139%
Linnaea
Villas
Senior
Housing
Kingsburg
Lower

4.84 Completed
2022
MD /
RM-3
42 Market 72 65%
Rate 15 5
Kashian
MixedUse:

Student
Housing
Reedley Market
Rate 2.88 Approved 2022 CC / CC 29 60 83 72%
Kashian
MixedUse:

Workforce
Housing
Reedley
Extremely
LowIncome2.11 Approved
2022 CC / CC 29 70 61 115%
Reedley I
Mixed Use Reedley LowerIncome 4.25 Approved 2022 LI / ML 15 80 63 127% Guardian
Village Reedley 100% AMI 1.92 Approved 2022
HDR /
RM-2

21.78 48 41 117%
El Valle
Apartments Reedley Market Rate 0.83 Approved 2017
HDR /
RM-2

21.78 20 18 111%
Paseo 55
(previously
Trailside
Trails)
Mixed Use
Project
Reedley 100% AMI 1.76 Constructed
2016 CC / CC 29 55 51 108%
Reedley
Family
Apartments
Reedley 100% AMI 3.66
Phase 1
Constructed
2014
Phase 2
Constructed
2021
HDR /
RM-2

21.78 80 79 101%
King River
Commons Reedley 100% AMI 4.35 Constructed 2014
HDR /
RM-2

21.78 60 94 64%
Kingsburg Average 117%
Regional Average 105%
Mixed-Use Average (CC / CC) 116%
APPENDIX 1H: CITY OF KINGSBURG
1H-50 FRESNO MULTI-JURISDICTIONAL HOUSING ELEMENT | APRIL 2024 Vacant Land Inventory
The City prepared an inventory of vacant sites available to accommodate the City’s RHNA. Table 1H-4 provides the characteristics of each site, including zoning, General Plan designation, acreage, and realistic capacity for the sites currently zoned for housing at varying densities. Figure 1H-1 maps the location of each site in the city; Figures 1H-2 through 1H-5 provide greater detail for areas of concentrated sites.

SECTION 1H-2: SITES INVENTORY
FRESNO MULTI-JURISDICTIONAL HOUSING ELEMENT | APRIL 2024 1H-51 Table 1H-4 Vacant Land Inventory
Site ID
Assessor’s
Parcel
Number
Existing
Use Acres Zoning General Plan Land Use
Max.

Density
(per acre)
Max.

Capacity
Realistic
Capacity Affordability Constraints
1 39606401 Vacant 0.09 CC/FBC Central Commercial 25 2 1 Moderate None 2 39606301 Vacant 0.54 CC/FBC Central Commercial 25 13 310 Lower None 3 39606409 Vacant 0.33 CC/FBC Central Commercial 25 8 16 Moderate None 4 39606410 Vacant 0.25 CC/FBC Central Commercial 25 6 15 Moderate None 5 39612122 Vacant 0.13 CC/FBC Central Commercial 25 3 12 Moderate None 6 39612123 Vacant 0.2 CC/FBC Central Commercial 25 5 13 Moderate None 7 39612124 Vacant 0.31 CC/FBC Central Commercial 25 7 16 Moderate None 8 39612125 Vacant 0.3 CC/FBC Central Commercial 25 7 16 Moderate None 9 39608109 Vacant 0.37 CC/FBC Central Commercial 25 9 27 Moderate None 10 39608305 Vacant 0.26 CC/FBC Central Commercial 25 6 15 Moderate None 11 39610211 Vacant 0.25 CC/FBC Central Commercial 25 6 15 Moderate None 12 39607213 Vacant 0.16 CC/FBC Central Commercial 25 4 13 Moderate None 13 39605103 Vacant 1.33 CC/FBC Central Commercial 25 33 726 Lower None 14 39607304 Vacant 0.25 CC/FBC Central Commercial 25 6 14 Moderate None 15 39605109 Vacant 0.08 CC/FBC Central Commercial 25 2 1 Moderate None 16 39404207 Vacant 0.9 HC/MXU Highway Commercial 22 19 415 Lower None 17 39439004 Vacant 0.69 HC/MXU Highway Commercial 22 15 312 Lower None 18 39439012 Vacant 0.28 HC/MXU Highway Commercial 22 6 14 Moderate None 19 39439013 Vacant 0.33 HC/MXU Highway Commercial 22 7 15 Moderate None 20 39439014 Vacant 0.54 HC/MXU Highway Commercial 22 12 29 Lower None 21 39439015 Vacant 0.55 HC/MXU Highway Commercial 22 12 29 Lower None 22 39439016 Vacant 0.33 HC/MXU Highway Commercial 22 7 15 Moderate None 23 39439017 Vacant 0.28 HC/MXU Highway Commercial 22 6 14 Moderate None 24 39439018 Vacant 0.37 HC/MXU Highway Commercial 22 8 16 Moderate None 25 39439019 Vacant 0.45 HC/MXU Highway Commercial 22 9 27 Moderate None 26 39439020 Vacant 0.57 HC/MXU Highway Commercial 22 12 29 Lower None 27 39440001 Vacant 0.77 HC/MXU Highway Commercial 22 16 412 Lower None APPENDIX 1H: CITY OF KINGSBURG
1H-52 FRESNO MULTI-JURISDICTIONAL HOUSING ELEMENT | APRIL 2024 Site ID
Assessor’s
Parcel
Number
Existing
Use Acres Zoning General Plan Land Use
Max.

Density
(per acre)
Max.

Capacity
Realistic
Capacity Affordability Constraints
28 39440003 Vacant 0.78 HC/MXU Highway Commercial 22 17 413 Lower None 29 39440008 Vacant 0.28 HC/MXU Highway Commercial 22 6 14 Moderate None 30 39440009 Vacant 0.33 HC/MXU Highway Commercial 22 7 15 Moderate None 31 39440010 Vacant 0.53 HC/MXU Highway Commercial 22 12 29 Lower None 32 39440011 Vacant 0.56 HC/MXU Highway Commercial 22 12 29 Lower None 33 39404205 Vacant 2.16 HC/MXU Highway Commercial 22 47 1137 Lower None 34 39404206 Vacant 1.05 HC/MXU Highway Commercial 22 23 518 Lower None 35 39404208 Vacant 1.9 HC/MXU Highway Commercial 22 41 933 Lower None 36 39440007 Vacant 1.42 HC/MXU Highway Commercial 22 31 725 Lower None 37 39440012 Vacant 0.36 HC/MXU Highway Commercial 22 7 16 Moderate None 38 39440013 Vacant 0.48 HC/MXU Highway Commercial 22 10 28 Moderate None 39 39440002 Vacant 0.77 HC/MXU Highway Commercial 22 17 143 Lower None 40 39404310 Vacant 1.08 HC Highway Commercial 22 24 159 Lower None 41 39439011 Vacant 1.34 HC/MXU Highway Commercial 22 30 723 Lower None 42 39439010 Vacant 1.34 HC/MXU Highway Commercial 22 30 723 Lower None 43 39333019* Vacant 5.33 HC Highway Commercial 22 117 2893 Lower None 44 39324028 Vacant 19.13 HC Highway Commercial 22 421 100210 Moderate None 45 39612204 Vacant 0.17 RM-2/FBC High Density
Residential 17.4 3 2 Moderate None
46 39612217 Vacant 0.17 RM-2/FBC High Density
Residential 17.4 3 2 Moderate None
47 39425116 Vacant 1.31
RM-3New
zone to be
created**
Medium DensityNew
designation to be
created**
2514.5 2819 2315 ModerateLower None
48 39425117 Vacant 4.15
New zone to
be
created**RM3
New designation to be
created**Medium
Density
2514.5 9160 7348 ModerateLower None
49 39519213 Vacant 0.22 RM-3 Medium Density 14.5 3 2 Moderate None 50 39520139 Vacant 0.25 RM-3 Medium Density 14.5 3 2 Moderate None 51 39520213 Vacant 0.20 RM-3 Medium Density 14.5 2 1 Moderate None SECTION 1H-2: SITES INVENTORY
FRESNO MULTI-JURISDICTIONAL HOUSING ELEMENT | APRIL 2024 1H-53 Site ID
Assessor’s
Parcel
Number
Existing
Use Acres Zoning General Plan Land Use
Max.

Density
(per acre)
Max.

Capacity
Realistic
Capacity Affordability Constraints
52 39517311 Vacant 0.25 RM-3 Medium Density 14.5 3 2 Moderate None 53 39616112 Vacant 0.07 RM-3 Medium Density 14.5 0 1 Moderate None 54 39616113 Vacant 0.15 RM-3 Medium Density 14.5 2 1 Moderate None 55 39416503 Vacant 0.17 RM-3 Medium Density 14.5 2 1 Moderate None 56 39404410 Vacant 1.16 CC Medium Density 14.5 16 12 Moderate None 57 39437008 Vacant 0.07 RM-3 Medium Density 14.5 1 1 Moderate None 58 39406018 Vacant 0.58 R-1-7
Low Density
Residential 6.2 3 2
Above
Moderate None
59 39438041 Vacant 0.21 R-1-7
Low Density
Residential 6.2 1 1
Above
Moderate None
60 39438042 Vacant 0.22 R-1-7
Low Density
Residential 6.2 1 1
Above
Moderate None
61 39508105 Vacant 0.17 R-1-7
Low Density
Residential 6.2 1 1
Above
Moderate None
62 39508231 Vacant 0.16 R-1-7
Low Density
Residential 6.2 1 1
Above
Moderate None
63 39616313 Vacant 0.21 R-1-7
Low Density
Residential 6.2 1 1
Above
Moderate None
64 39619009 Vacant 0.2 R-1-7
Low Density
Residential 6.2 1 1
Above
Moderate None
65 39524005S Vacant 0.17 R-1-7
Low Density
Residential 6.2 1 1
Above
Moderate None
66 39620119 Vacant 0.21 R-1-7
Low Density
Residential 6.2 1 1
Above
Moderate None
67 39429022 Vacant 0.23 R-1-7
Low Density
Residential 6.2 1 1
Above
Moderate None
68 39424402 Vacant 0.20 R-1-7
Low Density
Residential 6.2 1 1
Above
Moderate None
69 39427501 Vacant 0.29 R-1-7
Low Density
Residential 6.2 2 1
Above
Moderate None
70 39438004S Vacant 0.22 R-1-7
Low Density
Residential 6.2 1 1
Above
Moderate None
71 39337011 Vacant 0.16 R-1-7
Low Density
Residential 6.2 1 1
Above
Moderate None
APPENDIX 1H: CITY OF KINGSBURG
1H-54 FRESNO MULTI-JURISDICTIONAL HOUSING ELEMENT | APRIL 2024 Site ID
Assessor’s
Parcel
Number
Existing
Use Acres Zoning General Plan Land Use
Max.

Density
(per acre)
Max.

Capacity
Realistic
Capacity Affordability Constraints
72 39429026 Vacant 0.31 R-1-10 Low Density
Residential 4.4 1 1
Above
Moderate None
73 39429025 Vacant 0.31 R-1-10 Low Density
Residential 4.4 1 1
Above
Moderate None
74 39429024 Vacant 0.31 R-1-10 Low Density
Residential 4.4 1 1
Above
Moderate None
75 39429033 Vacant 0.26 R-1-10 Low Density
Residential 4.4 1 1
Above
Moderate None
76 39429030 Vacant 0.24 R-1-10 Low Density
Residential 4.4 1 1
Above
Moderate None
77 39429031 Vacant 0.26 R-1-10 Low Density
Residential 4.4 1 1
Above
Moderate None
78 39429034 Vacant 0.25 R-1-10 Low Density
Residential 4.4 1 1
Above
Moderate None
79 39429039 Vacant 0.23 R-1-10 Low Density
Residential 4.4 1 1
Above
Moderate None
80 39429037 Vacant 0.25 R-1-10 Low Density
Residential 4.4 1 1
Above
Moderate None
81 39429038 Vacant 0.25 R-1-10 Low Density
Residential 4.4 1 1
Above
Moderate None
82 39429044 Vacant 0.21 R-1-10 Low Density
Residential 4.4 1 1
Above
Moderate None
83 39432121 Vacant 0.24 R-1-10 Low Density
Residential 4.4 1 1
Above
Moderate None
84 39432118 Vacant 0.31 R-1-10 Low Density
Residential 4.4 1 1
Above
Moderate None
85 39432120 Vacant 0.34 R-1-10 Low Density
Residential 4.4 2 1
Above
Moderate None
86 39432119 Vacant 0.26 R-1-10 Low Density
Residential 4.4 1 1
Above
Moderate None
87 39432124 Vacant 0.23 R-1-10 Low Density
Residential 4.4 1 1
Above
Moderate None
88 39432125 Vacant 0.25 R-1-10 Low Density
Residential 4.4 1 1
Above
Moderate None
SECTION 1H-2: SITES INVENTORY
FRESNO MULTI-JURISDICTIONAL HOUSING ELEMENT | APRIL 2024 1H-55 Site ID
Assessor’s
Parcel
Number
Existing
Use Acres Zoning General Plan Land Use
Max.

Density
(per acre)
Max.

Capacity
Realistic
Capacity Affordability Constraints
89 39432126 Vacant 0.35 R-1-10 Low Density
Residential 4.4 2 1
Above
Moderate None
90 39432401 Vacant 0.22 R-1-10 Low Density
Residential 4.4 1 1
Above
Moderate None
91 39432134 Vacant 0.25 R-1-10 Low Density
Residential 4.4 1 1
Above
Moderate None
92 39432127 Vacant 0.24 R-1-10 Low Density
Residential 4.4 1 1
Above
Moderate None
93 39432303 Vacant 0.24 R-1-10 Low Density
Residential 4.4 1 1
Above
Moderate None
94 39432302 Vacant 0.24 R-1-10 Low Density
Residential 4.4 1 1
Above
Moderate None
95 39432301 Vacant 0.25 R-1-10 Low Density
Residential 4.4 1 1
Above
Moderate None
96 39432133 Vacant 0.25 R-1-10 Low Density
Residential 4.4 1 1
Above
Moderate None
97 39432132 Vacant 0.25 R-1-10 Low Density
Residential 4.4 1 1
Above
Moderate None
98 39432129 Vacant 0.24 R-1-10 Low Density
Residential 4.4 1 1
Above
Moderate None
99 39432131 Vacant 0.27 R-1-10 Low Density
Residential 4.4 1 1
Above
Moderate None
100 39432130 Vacant 0.26 R-1-10 Low Density
Residential 4.4 1 1
Above
Moderate None
101 39337003 Vacant 0.57 R-1-20 Low Density
Residential 2.2 1 1
Above
Moderate None
102 39602019 Vacant 2.82
New zone to
be
created**RM-3
New designation to be
created**Medium
Density Residential
2514.5 6241 24***
Above
ModerateLower None
103 39421007 Vacant 4.69
New zone to
be
created**RM-3
New designation to be
created**Medium
Density Residential
2514.5 10368 55***
Above
ModerateLower None
APPENDIX 1H: CITY OF KINGSBURG
1H-56 FRESNO MULTI-JURISDICTIONAL HOUSING ELEMENT | APRIL 2024 Site ID
Assessor’s
Parcel
Number
Existing
Use Acres Zoning General Plan Land Use
Max.

Density
(per acre)
Max.

Capacity
Realistic
Capacity Affordability Constraints
104 39425103 Vacant 9.04 R-1-7
Medium Density
Residential 6.2 56 41***
Above
Moderate None
105**** 39404413 Vacant 5.39 R-M-3
Medium Density
Residential 14.5 78 62 Lower None
Lower-Income Capacity 355417
Moderate-Income Capacity 146408
Above Moderate-Income Capacity 4516586
Total Vacant Land Capacity 870990587
*Water and wastewater infrastructure is located very near the site in Golden State Blvd. **See Program 16
***Realistic capacity is based on pending project applications. ****A 100 percent affordable residential project is pending on this site so it is being counted towards the lower-income RHNA.

SECTION 1H-2: SITES INVENTORY
FRESNO MULTI-JURISDICTIONAL HOUSING ELEMENT | APRIL 2024 1H-57 FIGURE 1H-1 KINGSBURG SITES INVENTORY
APPENDIX 1H: CITY OF KINGSBURG
1H-58 FRESNO MULTI-JURISDICTIONAL HOUSING ELEMENT | APRIL 2024 FIGURE 1H-2 KINGSBURG SITES INVENTORY, AREA 1
SECTION 1H-2: SITES INVENTORY
FRESNO MULTI-JURISDICTIONAL HOUSING ELEMENT | APRIL 2024 1H-59 FIGURE 1H-3 KINGSBURG SITES INVENTORY, AREA 2
APPENDIX 1H: CITY OF KINGSBURG
1H-60 FRESNO MULTI-JURISDICTIONAL HOUSING ELEMENT | APRIL 2024 FIGURE 1H-4 KINGSBURG SITES INVENTORY, AREA 3
SECTION 1H-2: SITES INVENTORY
FRESNO MULTI-JURISDICTIONAL HOUSING ELEMENT | APRIL 2024 1H-61 FIGURE 1H-5 KINGSBURG SITES INVENTORY, AREA 4
APPENDIX 1H: CITY OF KINGSBURG
1H-62 FRESNO MULTI-JURISDICTIONAL HOUSING ELEMENT | APRIL 2024 Planned or Approved Projects
The City is relying on nine pending, planned, and/or approved projects (see Table 1H-5 and Figure 1H1). These projects provide the City with capacity for 70 units toward the lower-income RHNA and 374 units toward the above moderate-income RHNA.

Kings Estates III, IV, and V (Sites P-1, P-2, and P-3) are part of the five-phase Kings Estates project in the northern portion of the city. Kings Estates I and II were completed in 2021 and January 2023, and Kings Estates III is currently under construction. The City has only included the portion of building permits that are expected to be issued for Kings Estates III after the start of the 6th Cycle projection period on June 30, 2023. CEQA has been completed and Tthe Grading Plan has been reviewed for Kings Estates IV. The project has been approved and the developer is expected to begin construction in late 2023.working on applying for building permits. Construction is expected to begin in late 2023.

As shown in Figure 1H-1, Kings Estates V and the Quait Property (Sites P-3 and P-4) are in the City’s Sphere of Influence. The annexation potential of thisese projects is described in more detail below.

The Site Plan Review for the Ratzlaff Property (Site P-5) was completed and approved in 20242 for 709970 lower-income, age-restricted units. Building permit applications are anticipated in early 2025.late 2023 or early 2024. The property is owned by and is being proposed by the Tulare Housing Authority. The Housing Authority is proposing to use tax credits to finance the project and senior affordable units are proposed for the project.

Applications have not yet been submitted for projects on Sites P-6, P-7, and P-8, but are expected within the first half of the planning period. In 2022, the property owners of Sites P-6 and P-7 expressed interest in developing residential projects on their sites and had several conversations with City staff to discuss opportunities. The number of units projected for these sites are based on conversations with property owners and investors. The owner of Site P-8 owns more than 75 residential properties in the city, as well as commercial property. Based on previous development by the owner of Site P-8, it is expected the site will develop with a residential project during the planning period. However, because the projects have not yet been approved, the sites have been counted in the “Vacant Site Capacity” total of Table IH-6, Summary of Residential Capacity Compared to the 6th Cycle RHNA, using the estimated project totals as the realistic capacity.

The Sohal Multifamily Project (Site P-96) was approved in 2022. The developer has since paid most development fees to the City and is expected to submit a building permit application in the spring ofsummer of 20243.

The City has included Program 4 to monitor the progress of pipeline projects throughout the planning period and identify additional capacity to meet the RHNA if needed.

Pending Annexations
SECTION 1H-2: SITES INVENTORY
FRESNO MULTI-JURISDICTIONAL HOUSING ELEMENT | APRIL 2024 1H-63 The Kings Estates V project (Sites P-3 and P-4) is proposed on an approximately 19-acre parcel adjacent to the City of Kingsburg, on the west side of South Mendocino Avenue across from Kings Estates IV. The project has received allocations from the City under the Growth Management System and is expected to initiate the annexation process through the Local Agency Formation Commission (LAFCO) in late2023 or early 2024. The Quait Property has now been sold to West Star, who owns the Kings Estates V project so is now included as part of the Kings Estate V annexation. Annexation into the City is anticipated to be completed by earlylate 20254. Due to the project’s proximity to Kings Estates IV and other developments within city limits, as well as city services, there are few barriers to annexation, and it is anticipated to be completed within nine months. The project will provide 104553 single-family, market-rate units.

The Quait Property (Site P-4) is north of Kings Estates V and adjacent to other Kings Estates parcels. The project has an approved tentative parcel map and has received allocations under the City’s Growth Management System. The Quait Property developer is currently working with the developer of Kings Estates V for joint stormwater planning and other infrastructure. The developer is expected to initiate annexation through LAFCO in 2024 and apply for allocations for 2025. Annexation into the City is anticipated to be completed by the summer of 2025. Due to the Quait Property’s proximity to the city and coordination with the Kings Estates developer, the project is not expected to face any barriers to annexation.

The project will provide 51 single-family, market-rate units.

Based on the Kings Estates V and Quait Property anticipated annexations, the City’s remaining abovemoderate RHNA target will be addressed once the annexations occurs (see Program 6).

Table 1H-5 Approved and Pending Projects to Meet the RHNA (Including Pending Annexations)
Site
ID Project Name Affordability Acres Project Status General Plan/Zoning Total
Project
Units
P-1 Kings Estates III Market Rate 19.16
Under Construction
2023 LDR / R-1-7 58
P-2 Kings Estates IV Market Rate 18.76
Grading Plan Review
Complete 2022.

Approved.

Construction
Expected to Begin
Late 2023.

LDR / R-1-7 57
P-3
Kings Estates V
(pending
annexation)
Market Rate 19.34 Allocations Granted LDR / R-1-7 53
P-4
Quait Property
(pending annexation,
now joined with P-3
as part of Kings
Estate V)
Market Rate 13.14 Allocations Granted LDR / R-1-7 51
P-5 Ratzlaff Property
Lower Income
(Senior
Housing)

5.390.52
Site Plan Review
Complete 20242
MDR / RM-3 70
APPENDIX 1H: CITY OF KINGSBURG
1H-64 FRESNO MULTI-JURISDICTIONAL HOUSING ELEMENT | APRIL 2024 Site
ID Project Name Affordability Acres Project Status General Plan/Zoning Total
Project
Units
P-6
Lot W of Linnaea
Villas Market Rate 2.82 Pending MDR / RM-3 24
P-7
Salvador Arroyo
Property Market Rate 4.69 Pending MDR / RM-3 55
P-8
Wigh Properties
(10th Ave across
from Sohal)
Market Rate 9.04 Pending LDR / R-1-7 41
P-96
Sohal Multifamily
Project Market Rate 5.33 Approved 2022 MDR / RM-5 35
Lower-Income Units 70
Moderate-Income Units 0
Above Moderate-Income Units 374254
Total Units 444324
Accessory Dwelling Unit Potential
California Government Code Section 65583.1(a) states that a town, city, or county may identify sites for accessory dwelling units (ADUs) based on the number of ADUs developed in the prior Housing Element planning period, whether the units are permitted by right, the need for ADUs in the community, the resources or incentives available for their development, and any other relevant factors. Based on recent changes in state law reducing the time to review and approve ADU applications, requiring ADUs that meet requirements to be allowed by right, eliminating discretionary review for most ADUs, and removing other restrictions on ADUs, it is anticipated that the production of ADUs will increase in the 6th Cycle Housing Element planning period.

The City issued three building permits for ADUs in 2021, and one in 2022, and 4 in 2023, for a total of eightfour ADU building permits during the previous planning period. While not many permits have been issued, interest in ADU construction has increased in recent years. Based on this, the City anticipates that 2111 ADUs will be built by December 2031. To promote ADUs, the City has included Program 134 to comply with State law and make construction of ADUs feasible for more property owners. City review of preapproved ADU plans as part of the requirement of AB 1332 has begun and will be completed by fall of 2024.

ADUs are seen as an appropriate housing type for a primary residence for low-income households. While Kingsburg is not in the ABAG region, ABAG’s 2021 regional analysis of existing ADU rents is a useful starting point for affordability assumptions because there is not the same type of study from the San Joaquin region. The ABAG analysis resulted in affordability assumptions that allocate 30 percent of ADUs to very low-income households, 30 percent to low-income households, 30 percent to moderate-income households, and 10 percent to above-moderate-income households.

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FRESNO MULTI-JURISDICTIONAL HOUSING ELEMENT | APRIL 2024 1H-65 Next, the following local affordability analysis was considered. TBecause regional affordability analysis of ADUs was not available for Fresno County, the City relied on rental rates for one- and two-bedroom units as a proxy for ADU rental rates. According to 2016-2020 American Community Survey (ACS) 5-year estimates, the median gross rent for one-bedroom units in Fresno County is $779 per month, and for twobedroom units is $983 per month. As shown in Table 2-24, Fresno County Ability to Pay (2022), in Chapter 2, Housing Needs Assessment, low-income households can afford between $1,091 (one-person households) and $1,558 (four-person households) in monthly housing costs without being cost burdened. Comparing rental rates with the affordability of low-income households demonstrates that ADUs are appropriate to credit toward the City’s lower-income RHNA, based on the median price of one- and two-bedroom units in the county. A slightly more conservative approach is taken here than in ABAG. Instead of assuming that 30 percent of the ADUs will be affordable to very low-income households and 30 percent will be affordable to low-income households, as shown in Table IH-6, Kingsburg isHowever, the City has decided to take a conservative approach and assuminge that 30 percent of ADUs will be affordable to lower-income households, 40 percent affordable to moderate-income households, and 30 percent affordable to above moderate-income households.

RHNA Summary
Table 1H-6 compares the City’s RHNA to its site inventory capacity. Accounting for approved and pending projects, vacant site capacity, and the projected ADUs, the City can adequately address its RHNA and has a surplus of 50443 units. Breaking this down by income category, the City has a surplus of 2985 units in the lower-income (including extremely low, very low-, and low-income) category, a 2261-unit surplus in the moderate-income category, and a 1997-unit surplus in the above moderate-income category.

Table 1H-6 Summary of Residential Capacity Compared to the 6th Cycle RHNA Income
Category RHNA Vacant Site Capacity
Pipeline
Projects
Pending
Annexation
Projected
ADUs
Total
Capacity Surplus
Very Low 248
355417 70 0 137 43894 2985
Low 161
Moderate 150 146408 0 0 63 152411 261
Above
Moderate 323 4586165 270150 104 21 342420 1997
Total 882 870587990 340220 104 2111 9321,325 50443
Sources: FCOG, 2022; City of Kingsburg, 2023.

APPENDIX 1H: CITY OF KINGSBURG
1H-66 FRESNO MULTI-JURISDICTIONAL HOUSING ELEMENT | APRIL 2024 Availability of Infrastructure and Services
Water
The City of Kingsburg Department of Public Works Water Operations Division is responsible for the distribution and management of the City’s water supply. The City uses local groundwater as the sole source of water supply and does not currently purchase or import water from other water suppliers or entities.

The Water Operations Division provides water services to residents and businesses in the city and is responsible for all aspects of the City’s public water system, including water infrastructure. The City plans for its water supply through various master plan documents. In addition to the Kingsburg General Plan, the Urban Water Management Plan (UWMP) identifies Kingsburg’s vision for its existing and future water resources. The City is currently (2023) updating the UWMP, which provides guidance for efficient water supply use and conservation of water, anticipates future water supply needs, and describes actions to undertake during drought years. The Kingsburg Public Works Department reported that, as of December 31, 2022, there were 4,051 active water connections to Kingsburg users, including 3,791 residential users and 260 commercial users, with residential users consuming approximately 93.4 percent of the City’s annual water usage.

A total, maximum day pumping capacity of the seven city wells is approximately 10.8 million gallons per day (assuming all wells produce 7,500 gpm and run continually for 24 hours). Presently, the City consumes approximately 2.89 million gallons per day on an average day and approximately 5.94 million gallons on a maximum day. Therefore, the City’s water system operates at approximately 55.0 percent of total capacity on a maximum day, indicating sufficient water capacity to accommodate the City’s RHNA.

Wastewater
The Selma-Kingsburg-Fowler County Sanitation District (SKF), a Joint-Power Authority, provides sewer service to the City of Kingsburg as well as to the cities of Fowler and Selma. According to the District Engineer, the SKF treatment plant has a capacity of 8.0 million gallons per day (mgd) with existing flows of 4.3 mgd (53.8 percent of capacity). SFK estimated that approximately 903 new residential units would be developed in Kingsburg between 2020 and 2035, with sufficient capacity to accommodate this growth.

This estimate exceeds development since 2020 combined with the 6th Cycle RHNA.

By 2025, the SKF Capital Improvement Program (CIP) projects total flow at 5.64 mgd (70.5 percent of capacity), with an average annual increase in the average daily flow rate resulting from development of 3.1 percent between 2015 and 2025. At this rate, total flow is expected to be 6.68 mgd (83.5 percent of capacity) in 2031. In 2015, Kingsburg had 4,140 residential units. In 2031, if flow ratios and development trends in the three cities remain constant, SKF will have capacity for approximately 6,431 residential units in Kingsburg, significantly higher than the RHNA allocations for Kingsburg during the Housing Element period. At full capacity to 8.0 mgd, SKF would have capacity for an estimated 7,702 residential units in Kingsburg. The total RHNA allocation for Kingsburg, Fowler and Selma is 2,731 units. At full capacity SKF can service 7,702 units. in Kingsburg taking the difference of the combined RHNA allocation SKF SECTION 1H-2: SITES INVENTORY
FRESNO MULTI-JURISDICTIONAL HOUSING ELEMENT | APRIL 2024 1H-67 will have capacity to accommodate the combined RHNA for all three member jurisdictions during the Housing Element period.

Expansion plans for a wastewater treatment plant are generally required by the Regional Water Quality Control Board when 70 percent of design capacity is reached. While there is sufficient capacity to accommodate the RHNA with the current system, the threshold for expansion is expected at the SKF plant during the planning period. SKF is currently (2023) updating the agency’s Master Plan with a 10-year horizon. As part of this update process, Kingsburg staff meets regularly with SKF to provide input on forecasted growth. The City will continue to meet with SKF, as well as the cities of Fowler and Selma, to identify whether there is a need for expansions and seek funding as necessary.

Financial Resources
The City of Kingsburg has access to a variety of existing and potential funding sources for affordable housing activities. These include programs from federal, state, local, and private resources. This section describes the key housing funding sources currently used in the city, which include Community Development Block Grant (CDBG) funds from the State and Section 8 rental assistance. Table 1H-7 lists a range of potential financial resources that may be used in Kingsburg.

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1H-68 FRESNO MULTI-JURISDICTIONAL HOUSING ELEMENT | APRIL 2024 Table 1H-7 Financial Resources and Programs
Program Name Description Eligible Activities
Federal Programs
Community
Development Block
Grant (CDBG)
Grants administered and awarded by the state on behalf
of the United States Department of Housing and Urban
Development (HUD) to cities through an annual
competitive process.
• Acquisition
• Rehabilitation
• Homebuyer Assistance
• Economic Development
• Infrastructure
Improvements
• Homeless Assistance
• Public Services
HOME Investment
Partnership Act
Funds
Flexible grant program for affordable housing activities awarded by the state on behalf of HUD to individual
cities through an annual competitive process.
• Acquisition
• Rehabilitation
• Homebuyer Assistance
• New Construction
Section 8 Rental
Assistance Program
Rental assistance payments to owners of private marketrate units on behalf of very low-income tenants. • Rental Assistance
Section 203(k) Single-family home mortgage program allowing acquisition and rehabilitation loans to be combined into a single mortgage.
• Land Acquisition
• Rehabilitation
• Relocation of Unit
• Refinancing of Existing
Indebtedness
State Programs
Emergency
Solutionshelter
Grants Program
Program funds to rehabilitate and operate emergency
shelters and transitional shelters, provide essential social services, and prevent homelessness.
• Support Services
• Rehabilitation
• Street Outreach
• Transitional Housing
• Supportive Housing
Rural Development
Loans and Grants
Capital financing for farmworker housing. Loans are for 33 years at 1 percent interest. Housing grants may cover up to 90 percent of the development costs of housing.

Funds are available under the Section 515 (Rental
Housing), Section 502 (Homeownership Loan
Guarantee), Section 514/516 (Farm Labor Housing),
and Section 523 (Mutual Self-Help Housing) programs.
• Purchase
• Development/Construction
• Improvement
• Rehabilitation
Multifamily
Housing Program
(MHP)
Deferred payment loans for new construction,
rehabilitation, acquisition, and preservation of
permanent and transitional rental housing.
• New Construction
• Rehabilitation
• Acquisition
• Preservation
California Housing
Finance Agency
(Cal HFA)
Residential
Development Loan
Program
Low interest, short-term loans to local governments for affordable infill, owner-occupied housing
developments. Links with CalHFA’s Down Payment
Assistance Program to provide subordinate loans to
first-time buyers. Two funding rounds per year.
• New Construction
• Rehabilitation
• Acquisition
California Housing
Finance Agency
(Cal HFA)
Homebuyer’s Down
Payment Assistance
Program
CalHFA makes below market loans to first-time
homebuyers of up to 3% of sales price. Program
operates through participating lenders who originate
loans for CalHFA. Funds available upon request to
qualified borrowers.
• Homebuyer Assistance
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FRESNO MULTI-JURISDICTIONAL HOUSING ELEMENT | APRIL 2024 1H-69 Program Name Description Eligible Activities
California Housing
Finance Agency
(Cal HFA)
The Forgivable Equity Builder Loan gives first-time
homebuyers a head start with immediate equity in their
homes via a loan of up to 10% of the purchase price of
the home. The loan is forgivable if the borrower
continuously occupies the home as their primary
residence for five years.
• Homeowner Assistance
Low-Income
Housing Tax Credit
(LIHTC)
Tax credits are available to persons and corporations
that invest in low-income rental housing. Proceeds from the sale are typically used to create housing.
• New Construction
• Rehabilitation
California Self-Help
Housing Program
State program that provides technical assistance grants and loans as well as deferred payment conditionally
forgivable mortgage assistance loans for the
rehabilitation or construction of new affordable housing. • New Construction
• Rehabilitation
CalHOME Grants to cities and nonprofit developers to offer homebuyer assistance, including down payment
assistance, rehabilitation, acquisition/rehabilitation, and homebuyer counseling. Loans to developers for
property acquisition, site development, predevelopment, and construction period expenses for homeownership
projects.
• Predevelopment, Site
Development, Site
Acquisition
• Rehabilitation
• Acquisition/rehab
• Down Payment Assistance
• Mortgage Financing
• Homebuyer Counseling
Tax Exempt
Housing Revenue
Bond
Supports low-income housing development by issuing
housing tax-exempt bonds requiring the developer to
lease a fixed percentage of the units to low-income
families at specified rental rates.
• New Construction
• Rehabilitation
• Acquisition
Affordable Housing
Sustainable
Communities
Program (AHSC)
This program provides grants and/or loans, or any
combination, that will achieve GHG emissions
reductions and benefit Disadvantaged Communities
through increasing accessibility of affordable housing, employment centers, and key destinations via lowcarbon transportation. • New Construction
Local Programs
Habitat for
Humanity Greater
Fresno Area
Homeownership through sweat equity. Homeowners
also receive counseling and training on homeownership
and maintenance. Homeowners buy their completed
homes from Habitat for Humanity and repay them over
30 years through an affordable mortgage.
• Homebuyer Assistance
• Homebuyer Counseling
Fresno County
Housing Assistance
Rehabilitation
Program (HARP)
Provides loans to eligible low and moderate income
homeowners to rehabilitate their affordable homes in
the unincorporated area and partner cities to bring the homes up to current building code health and safety
standards. Loans are currently zero interest with
affordable monthly payments based on the family's
income.
• Rehabilitation
Fresno County
Rental
Rehabilitation
Program (RRP)
Provides loans to eligible rental housing owners with
low-/mod-income tenants, to rehabilitate affordable
rental units in the unincorporated area and partner cities, to bring the rental units up to current building code
health and safety standards. Loans are zero interest and amortized over 20 to 30 years (with a balloon payment
at 20 years), based upon the income of the rentalhousing owner and the case flow of the rental project. • Rehabilitation
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1H-70 FRESNO MULTI-JURISDICTIONAL HOUSING ELEMENT | APRIL 2024 Program Name Description Eligible Activities
Fresno County
Homebuyer
Assistance Program
(HAP)
Provides homebuyer down payment and mortgage
assistance loans to enable eligible low- and moderateincome families to purchase their first home in the unincorporated area and partner cities. Homes to be
purchased must meet current building code health and
safety standards. Loans are zero interest with payments deferred for 30 years or until the primary mortgage is
fully paid, whichever occurs first.
• Homebuyer Assistance
Fresno County
Affordable Housing
Development
Program (AHDP)
Provides gap-financing loans to nonprofit organizations and other eligible developers to construct new
affordable housing, including multifamily rental
housing projects and single-family owner-occupied
housing projects. May also be used to substantially
rehabilitate existing affordable housing projects.
• New Construction
• Rehabilitation
Fresno County
Mobile Home Park
Program (MPP)
Provides zero-interest loans to help finance the
preservation of affordable mobile home parks and
development of new affordable mobile home parks.
• New Construction
• Acquisition and
Preservation
Private Resources/Lender/Bank Financing Programs
Federal National
Mortgage
Association (Fannie
Mae) Community
Homebuyers
Program
Fixed rate mortgages issued by private mortgage
insurers.
• Homebuyer Assistance
Mortgages that fund the purchase and rehabilitation of a home.
• Homebuyer Assistance
• Rehabilitation
Low down payment mortgages for single-family homes
in underserved low-income and minority cities.
• Homebuyer Assistance
California
Community
Reinvestment
Corporation
(CCRC)
Nonprofit mortgage banking consortium designed to
provide long-term debt financing for affordable rental
housing. Nonprofit and for-profit developers contact
member banks.
• New Construction
• Rehabilitation
• Acquisition
Federal Home Loan
Bank Affordable
Housing Program
Direct subsidies to nonprofit and for-profit developers and public agencies for affordable low-income
ownership and rental projects.
• New Construction
Freddie Mac Home Works: Provides first and second mortgages that include rehabilitation loan. County provides gap
financing for rehabilitation component. Households
earning up to 80% MFI qualify.
• Homebuyer Assistance
combined with
Rehabilitation
Bay Area Local
Initiatives Support
Corporation (LISC)
Provides recoverable grants and debt financing on
favorable terms to support a variety of community
development activities, including affordable housing.
• Acquisition
• New Construction
• Rehabilitation
Northern California
Community Loan
Fund (NCCLF)
Offers low-interest loans for the revitalization of lowincome communities and affordable housing development.
• Acquisition
• Rehabilitation
• New Construction
Low-Income
Investment Fund
(LIHF)
Provides below-market loan financing for all phases of
affordable housing development and/or rehabilitation.
• Acquisition
• Rehabilitation
• New Construction
Source: City of Kingsburg, April 2023.

SECTION 1H-3: LOCAL ASSESSMENT OF FAIR HOUSING
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Introduction
Assembly Bill (AB) 686 requires that all housing elements due on or after January 1, 2021, contain an Assessment of Fair Housing (AFH) consistent with the core elements of the analysis required by the federal Affirmatively Furthering Fair Housing (AFFH) Final Rule of July 16, 2015. Under California law, AFFH means “taking meaningful actions, in addition to combating discrimination, that overcome patterns of segregation and foster inclusive communities free from barriers that restrict access to opportunity based on protected characteristics.”1
California Government Code Section 65583 (10)(A)(ii) requires local jurisdictions to analyze racially or ethnically concentrated areas of poverty (R/ECAP), revised as of 2023 to designation of Areas of High Segregation and Poverty, disparities in access to opportunity, and disproportionate housing needs, including displacement risk. Although this is the Housing Element for the City of Kingsburg, Government Code Section 65583(c)(10) requires all local jurisdictions to address patterns locally and regionally to compare conditions at the local level to the rest of the region. To that end, a Multijurisdictional Housing Element was completed for the cities of Firebaugh, Fowler, Fresno, Huron, Kerman, Kingsburg, Mendota, Orange Cove, Parlier, Reedley, San Joaquin, Sanger, Selma, and the County of Fresno, including a regional AFH and each participating jurisdiction prepared a local AFH.

This section is organized by fair housing topics. For each topic, the regional assessment is first, followed by the local assessment. Strategies to address the identified issues are included throughout the section.

Through discussions with housing service providers, fair housing advocates, and preparation of this AFH, the City of Kingsburg identified factors that contribute to fair housing issues. These contributing factors are included in Table 1H-15, Factors Contributing to Fair Housing Issues, with associated actions to meaningfully affirmatively further fair housing related to these factors. Additional programs to affirmatively further fair housing are included in Section 1H-1, Action Plan.

This section also includes an analysis of the Housing Element’s sites inventory as compared with fair housing factors. The location of housing in relation to resources and opportunities is integral to addressing disparities in housing needs and opportunity and to fostering inclusive communities where all residents have access to opportunity. This is particularly important for lower-income households. AB 686 added a new requirement for housing elements to analyze the distribution of projected units by income category and access to high-resource areas and other fair housing indicators compared to citywide patterns to understand how the projected locations of units will affirmatively further fair housing. 1 California Department of Housing and Community Development, Affirmatively Furthering Fair Housing: Guidance for All Public Entities and for Housing Elements (April 2021 Update), April 27, 2021, preface page, https://www.hcd.ca.gov/community-development/affh/docs/affh_document_final_4-27-2021.pdf.

APPENDIX 1H: CITY OF KINGSBURG
1H-72 FRESNO MULTI-JURISDICTIONAL HOUSING ELEMENT | APRIL 2024 Outreach
Community Workshop
On August 16, 2022, the City of Kingsburg held an in-person and livestreamed Community Workshop to provide information on the Housing Element and solicit input from the community. The City notified the community of this meeting with flyers distributed in English and Spanish through the FCOG listserv of regional stakeholders and community bcased organizations (CBOs), contacted the Fresno County Authority to post and distribute flyers to affordable housing residents, shared flyers with community partners and the Kingsburg School District, and posted to Facebook event page with a link to English and Spanish versions of the Eventbrite registration page, which advertised that the meeting would provide Spanish language interpretation, refreshments, and activities for children. While there were only three in-person attendees, the livestream had 271 views as of December 12, 2022.

During the discussion, participants identified rising housing costs and affordability as the primary issues associated with housing and maintaining the city’s unique character while expanding housing opportunities.

Housing appropriate to meet the needs of larger households was specifically identified as a fair housing concern, as well as provision of housing with amenities and resources tailored for families. The participants made note of the downtown area as having benefitted from significant investment over the past years, which provides mixed-use housing opportunities in areas with accessibility to services, public facilities and amenities, and commercial support.

Following the workshop, the City posted English and Spanish copies of the workshop presentation on the Fresno County Multijurisdictional Housing Element Update website for residents to access at their convenience. Feedback received during this workshop was used to inform this AFH as well as associated programs, as identified in in Table 1H-15, Contributing Factors to Fair Housing Issues.

Study Session
A joint study session was held virtually with the Planning Commission and City Council on August 11, 2022, to discuss the Housing Element Update and process. During the discussion, which was open to the public, comments were primarily related to a desire for more local control. The City of Kingsburg is the only jurisdiction in the county to have a referendum-created growth management system in place, and although residential expansion is continuing at a smaller, slower scale than larger entities such as Fresno and Clovis, ways to foster housing mobility opportunities will be addressed through the Housing Element process.

Consultations
During the Housing Element update process, staff reached out to stakeholder organizations to offer the opportunity for each to provide one-on-one input on housing needs and programs in Kingsburg and received responses from one. A representative from the Building Industry Association (BIA) of Fresno/Madera Counties was interviewed on November 22, 2022.

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FRESNO MULTI-JURISDICTIONAL HOUSING ELEMENT | APRIL 2024 1H-73 The stakeholder described the rising cost of housing, the shortage of affordable housing available in the city, multifamily or single-family unit types, as well as the economic disadvantages to market rate developers to build affordable housing. They noted that although a shortage of housing can cause housing mobility problems for current and future residents of the city, the demand for new housing resources is considered by BIA as positive, particularly in Kingsburg which is easily accessible to the City of Fresno’s employment, services, commercial resources and public facilities, as well as major transportation routes.

Typically, there is sufficient land available to build. While Kingsburg’s Growth Management Ordinance requires a certain number of housing units to receive building permits under an allocation system, this has not been an obstacle to growth, and no project has been denied permission to receive permits under this ordinance. Two builders in Kingsburg are continuing to build at a smaller, slower scale, although this is partially due to a current economic slowdown In order to meet housing demand, BIA identified a need for a variety of affordable housing types on limited infill or underutilized sites, and additional funding to provide down payment and rehabilitation assistance to maximize existing housing stock resources.

Barriers to the construction of affordable housing the housing industry is facing include prevailing wage requirements, infrastructure costs, lack of interest from the developer, and costs to construct infill units on underutilized properties due to costs of demolition of existing structures. The stakeholder also emphasized the impact of the state’s VMT regulations on market rate development but noted that water supply in Kingsburg area does not constrain new residential development as significantly as the jurisdictions in the western part of the county. The main concern of the BIA representative is that there is not an adequate understanding of what it takes to build affordable housing in the current market.

Fair Housing Issues
Since 2017, the Tax Credit Allocation Committee (TCAC) and California Department of Housing and Community Development (HCD) have developed annual maps of access to resources such as high-paying job opportunities; proficient schools; safe and clean neighborhoods; and other healthy economic, social, and environmental indicators to provide evidence-based research for policy recommendations. This effort has been dubbed “opportunity mapping” and is available to all jurisdictions to assess access to opportunities within their community.

The TCAC/HCD Opportunity Maps can help to identify areas within the community that provide strong access to opportunity for residents or, conversely, provide low access to opportunity. The information from the opportunity mapping can help to highlight the need for housing element policies and programs that would help to remediate conditions in low-resource areas and areas of high segregation and poverty and to encourage better access for lower-income households and communities of color to housing in high-resource areas. TCAC/HCD categorized census tracts into high-, moderate-, or low-resource areas based on a composite score of economic, educational, and environmental factors that can perpetuate poverty and segregation, such as school proficiency, median income, and median housing prices. The TCAC/HCD Opportunity Maps use a regional index score to determine categorization as high, moderate, and low resource.

APPENDIX 1H: CITY OF KINGSBURG
1H-74 FRESNO MULTI-JURISDICTIONAL HOUSING ELEMENT | APRIL 2024 Areas designated as “highest resource” are the top 20.0 percent highest-scoring census tracts in the region.

It is expected that residents in these census tracts have access to the best outcomes in terms of health, economic opportunities, and education attainment. Census tracts designated “high resource” score in the 21st to 40th percentile compared to the region. Residents of these census tracts have access to highly positive outcomes for health, economic, and education attainment. “Moderate resource” areas are in the top

30.0 percent of the remaining census tracts in the region and those designated as “moderate resource (rapidly changing)” have experienced rapid increases in key indicators of opportunity, such as increasing median income, home values, and an increase in job opportunities. Residents in these census tracts have access to either somewhat positive outcomes in terms of health, economic attainment, and education, or positive outcomes in a certain area (e.g., score high for health, education) but not all areas (e.g., may score poorly for economic attainment). Low-resource areas are those that score in the bottom 30.0 percent of census tracts and indicate a lack of access to positive outcomes and poor access to opportunities. The final designation are those areas identified as having “high segregation and poverty;” these are census tracts that have an overrepresentation of people of color compared to the county as a whole, and at least 30.0 percent of the population in these areas is below the federal poverty line ($27,750 annually for a family of four in 2022).

As seen in Figure 3-1, Regional TCAC/HCD Opportunity Areas, in Section 3: Regional Assessment of Fair Housing, most of Fresno County, particularly in the incorporated cities, is primarily a mix of low-resource or moderate-resource areas and areas of high segregation and poverty, with pockets of high-resource designations. Kingsburg has been designated as a high and highest resource area, unlike many Fresno County jurisdictions.

Patterns of Integration and Segregation
At the time of this writingthe completion of the Housing Element’s initial analysis (Summer 2022), HCD’s AFFH Data Viewer included the 2021 TCAC/HCD Opportunity Map. Therefore, the following assessment of fair housing is based on data from 2021. However, since the time of writing, the AFFH Data Viewer was updated with the 2022 2023 TCAC/HCD Opportunity Map and, subsequently, the 2022 2023 COG Geography TCAC/HCD Opportunity Map, which is based on a similar formula but compares each tract to those within the COG region rather than regions defined by TCAC. In the case of Fresno County, the comparison region changed from the Central Valley Region to the boundaries of Fresno COG, resulting in increased focus on internal comparisons of Fresno County cities and communities rather than comparison to other cities outside of the Fresno COG.

At the COG level, the data for Fresno County presents a potentially skewed perspective as most cities in the county have small populations, housing stocks, and employment centers compared to the cities of Fresno and Clovis. Fresno and Clovis, as the two largest cities in the county and among the largest in the region, provide access to educational and economic opportunities that are not typically found outside of large cities.

Further, both, though particularly Clovis, include affluent neighborhoods that influence TCAC scores.

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FRESNO MULTI-JURISDICTIONAL HOUSING ELEMENT | APRIL 2024 1H-75 more heavily than local resources. For example, in the 2021 TCAC/HCD Opportunity Map, the community of Biola and the City of Kingsburg are both designated as moderate to is designated as an area of highest resource compared to other cities in the Central Valleyhighest resource areas based on local context.

However, in the 2022 2023 COG Geography TCAC/HCD Opportunity Map, both are designated as low resource areasthe northeast tract of the city is designated high resource while the southeast tract is designated moderate-resource. The triangular section on the northwest side of the city which is part of a census tract that includes the east side of Selma is also considered moderate resource, and a very small section in this area between SR 99 and Golden State Boulevard is part of a low-resource census tract. The number of jobs, school performance, environmental conditions, median incomes, and other factors that are included in the Opportunity Map methodology did not change significantly between 2021 and 2022 2023 in these communities. The primary driver of the change in resource area designation is likely the proximity to resources and opportunities in the major cities of Fresno County. As many communities in the county are largely rural and agricultural in nature, most local resources have more limited capacity, but do serve the local population.

Given the potential limitations of an internal comparison, FCOG opted to maintain the analysis based on a larger geographic comparison to other jurisdictions in the Central Valley Region to reflect the interconnectedness of economies in this region, and similarities between the size and nature of many communities. However, where HCD has determined significant changes in resource area designation between the 2021 TCAC/HCD Opportunity Map and 2022 2023 COG Geography TCAC/HCD Opportunity Map (i.e., high resource to low resource, or vice versa), the analysis notes the differences, potential causes, and strategies to address local discrepancies in access to opportunities.

The 2021 TCAC/HCD Opportunity Map designates the census tracts as high and highest, whereas the 2022 2023 COG Geography TCAC/HCD Opportunity Map designates the entire city as low resource based oncity as being primarily divided into high-resource and moderate-resource areas at census tract level, as discussed previously. However, as is discussed in this analysis, many block groups and tracts in Kingsburg reflect positive economic, environmental, and educational characteristics that are more consistent with a moderate or high resource designation when compared to other jurisdictions in the region. However, it is worth noting that the use of the TCAC/HCD Opportunity Maps are just the basisone component of the Assessment of Fair Housing, and a more detailed analysis of specific conditions within the jurisdiction provides a more comprehensive understanding of current patterns. The Opportunity Maps, and as part of the full Assessment, inform programs to improve access to resources throughout the city.

For example, in the northeastern census tract in the vicinity of Kingsburg High School, positive indicators of quality of life include a high median income, high ownership rates, high expected educational attainment scores, positive environmental conditions, and more, which influence the “high resource” categorization in the 2023 analysis and “highest resource” categorization in the 2021 analysis. Based on these characteristics, this neighborhood likely reflects moderate to high access to resources for residents. Further, the northwestern North Kingsburg and central eastern Lincoln Square neighborhoods have positive indicators of quality of life which include higher and moderate median incomes, high ownership rates, high expected APPENDIX 1H: CITY OF KINGSBURG
1H-76 FRESNO MULTI-JURISDICTIONAL HOUSING ELEMENT | APRIL 2024 educational attainment scores, positive environmental conditions, and more. Based on these characteristics, these neighborhoods likely reflect moderate to high access to resources for residents. While the older central core and southwest Reagan Square and 10th Avenue neighborhoods, have more moderate median income, and higher renter occupancy rates than the northern and eastern portions of the city, the high expected educational outcome scores, positive economic outcome scores and environmental conditions suggest these neighborhoods also reflect moderate to high access to resources for residents. Therefore, the 2021 TCAC/HCD Opportunity Map likely more accurately represents access to resources when compared to the larger region.

Income Distribution
The City of Kingsburg consists of two census tracts and six block groups, two of which include adjacent unincorporated county areas. The Southern Pacific Railroad and State Route (SR) 99 divide the city into eastern and western sectors. The TCAC/HCD Opportunity Area Map (Figure 1H-6, TCAC/HCD Opportunity Areas) designates the entire city as highest resource, with the exception of one area at the southwest end of the city designated high resource. According to 2016-2020 American Community Survey (ACS) data, the citywide median household income is $73,281, below the statewide median of $78,672, yet above the 2020 Fresno County median of $57,109.

The majority of the City of Kingsburg falls within the $55,000 to $87,100 median income category (Figure 1H-7, Local Median Income, in Section 2: Housing Needs Assessment) with median incomes ranging from $58,393 in the Kern Street block group bound on the east by SR 99 and 6th Avenue Drive on the west; to $76,210 in the Lincoln Square neighborhood at the southeast corner of the city just east of the downtown; with the block groups north and west of the downtown with median incomes of $63,268 and $63,274. These neighborhoods feature primarily small-lot residential units closer to SR 99 with some larger residential unit subdivisions at the perimeter of the block groups, small multifamily properties, affordable housing complexes, Valkommen Village Mobile Home Park, school sites, and scattered commercial and industrial uses. Income data for the downtown block group is not available; however, data at the block-group level for Racial Demographics indicates that approximately 57.0 percent of this block group has a median income below 80.0 percent of the AMI. The City of Kingsburg has a portion of one block group at the northern edge of the city for which median household income is $53,010, although the TCAC opportunity score designation is highest resource area. However, the majority of this block group is agricultural land within the unincorporated county and the portion within city boundaries is part of a new larger home subdivision, and therefore is likely to align more with the income characteristics of the North Kingsburg neighborhoods in the adjoining tract below. The Kamm/Madsen neighborhood at the northeast corner of the city has the highest median income at $109,109, and also includes the Kingsburg High School campus, recreational facilities, and the Kingsburg Historical Park amenities.

This demonstrates that the City of Kingsburg is a community with residents who generally earn moderate incomes, with one distinctly higher-income area. Additionally, throughout the city, residents experience higher access to resources compared to other jurisdictions in the county. Access does not consistently SECTION 1H-3: LOCAL ASSESSMENT OF FAIR HOUSING
FRESNO MULTI-JURISDICTIONAL HOUSING ELEMENT | APRIL 2024 1H-77 correspond to income, which may reflect more meaningful differences in access to other opportunity area factors, including the TCAC/HCD economic score, and Jobs/Proximity Index scores, which contribute to higher-resource designations in lower-income areas. The analysis of the relationship of sites identified by the City to address housing needs (as seen in Figure 1H-7 Local Median Income), with income and poverty are discussed in more detail in the Sites Analysis section of this AFH.

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1H-78 FRESNO MULTI-JURISDICTIONAL HOUSING ELEMENT | APRIL 2024 FIGURE 1H-6 TCAC/HCD OPPORTUNITY AREAS, 2021
Source: 2015-2019 ACS; City of Kingsburg, 2023
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FRESNO MULTI-JURISDICTIONAL HOUSING ELEMENT | APRIL 2024 1H-79 FIGURE 1H-7 LOCAL MEDIAN INCOME
Source: 2015-2019 ACS; City of Kingsburg, 2023
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1H-80 FRESNO MULTI-JURISDICTIONAL HOUSING ELEMENT | APRIL 2024 According to the United States Department of Housing and Urban Development’s (HUD’s) 5-year estimates through the Comprehensive Housing Affordability Strategy (CHAS), in the City of Kingsburg,

11.0 percent of households make less than 30.0 percent AMI, which is considered extremely low income, below the Fresno County rate of 16.7 percent, yet above the state rate of 9.0 percent. The rate of poverty by census tract is consistent throughout the city, although the eastern tract has a slightly higher incidence of population in poverty at 16.6 percent compared to the western tract at 12.7 percent. As described previously, housing typology in these neighborhoods suggest that housing is likely more affordable in this area, including four of the five affordable housing complexes and in closer proximity to the downtown commercial uses and services. Although rates of poverty are fairly low, households living in poverty, particularly female-headed households with children (comprising 21.6 percent of households in poverty) represent a higher proportion of the population in areas in or near the commercial core of the city, where older, generally lower-priced homes and affordable housing complexes are located, although these areas provide greater access to commercial uses and services in the commercial core.

The median household income in the City of Kingsburg has increased between 2014 and 2020. Citywide median household income in 2014 was $60,583, while in 2020, citywide median household income was $73,281. By 2020, the median household income had increased in all block groups, with the median income in the northeast Kamm/Madsen neighborhood increasing from $60,583 to $109,109, likely in association with the recent and ongoing development of a large-lot, single-family home subdivision at the northern edge of the city. While the overall median remains in the moderate category, some areas have seen greater change, particularly around the perimeter of the city, which is experiencing a greater rate of market-rate housing development, which may influence housing prices, types, and housing mobility opportunities for lower-income households.

Racial and Ethnic Characteristics
Kingsburg has the least-diverse population in the county, with Hispanic residents comprising 48.3 percent of the city’s population, the lowest proportion of the population among Fresno County jurisdictions.

Overall, non-White residents comprise 56.6 percent of the city’s population, White non-Hispanic residents comprise 43.4 percent, followed by Other Race at 4.2 percent, Asian/Hawaiian and Pacific Islander at 3.4 percent, and, with all other racial and ethnic groups represented by smaller populations, each comprising less than 1.0 percent of the city’s population.

There appears to be a pattern indicating a slightly uneven spatial distribution of demographic groups within Kingsburg (Figure 1H-8, Local Racial Demographics), with the distribution of populations of color predominately in the western and central downtown portions of the city on both sides of SR 99. The highest concentrations of populations of color, primarily Hispanic, are found in the southwest Reagan Square neighborhood between South Bethel Avenue and 6th Avenue Drive at 63.8 percent, and within the Kern Street neighborhoods between 6th Avenue Drive and SR 99 at 73.1 percent. The demographic composition becomes progressively less diverse (53.0 percent non-White) to the east in the downtown area bound by SR 99 on the west and 18th Avenue, and the Lincoln Square neighborhood in the southeast corner of the SECTION 1H-3: LOCAL ASSESSMENT OF FAIR HOUSING
FRESNO MULTI-JURISDICTIONAL HOUSING ELEMENT | APRIL 2024 1H-81 city at 42.1 percent Non-White. In the North Kingsburg neighborhoods east of SR 99 and west of 18th Avenue, the proportion of Hispanic and White Non-Hispanic residents becomes equivalent, at 46.7 percent each, with the non-White population in the Kamm/Madsen neighborhood within the northeastern portion of the city reducing to 33.3 percent. The Asian population is also more highly represented in this neighborhood at 5.9 percent of the residents. The block groups with between 61.0 and 80.0 percent nonWhite populations generally correlate to the block groups with incomes between $55,000 and $87,100.

Additionally, the North Kingsburg and Lincoln Square neighborhood falls within this income category; however, two affordable housing complexes are in the North Kingsburg area and one in the Lincoln Square neighborhood, which are housing types that are often more affordable, which likely also influences the income distribution. The least diverse Kamm/Madsen neighborhood correlates with the city’s highest income block at $109,109, suggesting growing affluence and home prices.

The proportion of demographic groups in Kingsburg has changed significantly between 2010 and 2020, becoming more diverse citywide over time, particularly among the Hispanic populations and, to a lesser degree, Asian populations, while the proportion of White non-Hispanic residents dropped almost 10 percentage points. Kingsburg’s housing stock is relatively older, with 56.6 percent built prior to 1990, the majority of which were single-family units. The 2016-2020 ACS estimates that although less than 35.2 percent of residents in the city are renters, 73.5 percent of renters in the city reside in a unit constructed prior to 1990, which may suggest that as units age, they become more affordable and therefore may be accessible for lower-and moderate-income households.

Concentrations of minority populations, or concentrations of affluence, may indicate a fair housing issue despite relative integration compared to the region. A racially and ethnically concentrated area of poverty (R/ECAP) is defined by the United States Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD) as an area in which 50.0 percent or more of the population identifies as non-White and 40.0 percent or more of households are earning an income below the federal poverty line. Although the regional 2021 Tax Credit Allocation Committee (TCAC)/California Department of Housing and Community Development (HCD) Opportunity Map methodology was used during the preparation of this Regional Assessment of Fair Housing (AFH) chapter, as described previously, the data that methodology relied on for the United States Department of Housing and Urban Development’s (HUD’s) Racially or Ethnically Concentrated Areas of Poverty (R/ECAP) designation is from 2013 and prior. Therefore, the 2023 COG Geography TCAC/HCD Opportunity Map - High Segregation and Poverty indicator is used instead. It uses the same methodology for measuring high segregation and poverty areas as the 2023 TCAC/HCD Opportunity Map. The 2023 TCAC/HCD Opportunity Map includes a poverty concentration and racial segregation filter that aligns with HUD’s R/ECAP methodology but is intended to more effectively reflect the level of racial and ethnic diversity unique to many parts of California.

The 2023 methodology identifies areas of concentrated poverty where at least 30 percent of the population is living below the poverty line. The filter relies on a measure of racial segregation to capture the block groups and/or tracts that have a disproportionate share of households of color. The HUD R/ECAP metric sets an absolute threshold that does not account for substantial variation in the racial and ethnic population APPENDIX 1H: CITY OF KINGSBURG
1H-82 FRESNO MULTI-JURISDICTIONAL HOUSING ELEMENT | APRIL 2024 across California’s counties. To reflect unique racial and poverty interrelationships unique to the jurisdiction, a relative segregation measure is calculated at the block group/census tract level in the 2023 methodology to identify how much more segregated that area is relative to Fresno County overall. Local geographical areas that have both a poverty rate of over 30 percent and are designated as being racially segregated are filtered into the “High Segregation Poverty” category, There are no areas identified as an R/ECAPArea of High Segregation and Poverty as defined by HUD in the city, nor does Kingsburg contain any racially concentrated areas of affluence (RCAAs), which are defined as areas in which the total population that identifies as White is 1.25 times higher than the average percentage of the total White population in the Fresno Council of Governments (COG) and has a median income that is 1.5 times higher.

However, the Kamm/Madsen neighborhood where diversity has decreased as the median income has increased presents a potentially exclusionary area of the city. Further, citywide, although diversity is increasing and the White-identifying proportion of the population has decreased, household income has also slightly risen. This, combined with the lower incidence of poverty compared to other jurisdictions in the county and a predominance of high-resource opportunity designations, suggests that housing within the city generally offers attractive opportunities to this segment of the Fresno County population, or conversely, may not present as much of a barrier to accessing housing as in other jurisdictions within the region.

Additionally, the predominance of Hispanic residents in the neighborhoods with incomes between $55,000 and the 2019 state median also suggest that there is income integration within the communities of color and opportunities for housing mobility.

To address the need for a variety of housing types and sizes to support construction of higher-density housing in areas with better access to opportunities and encourage integration of a variety of unit types to facilitate mixed-income neighborhoods, combat patterns of income segregation, and provide housing mobility opportunities for a range of households, the City has included Program 5 to amend the General Plan and Zoning Ordinance to allow 20 units per acre or greater by-right in the Highway Commercial district, Program 8 to provide incentives to builders to provide housing with multiple bedrooms affordable to lower- and moderate-income households, Program 15 to target development of a variety of housing types in areas of predominantly single-family development and of concentrated overpayment to provide an increased supply of affordable units throughout the city, and Program 16 to promote the use of density bonuses for lower-income units, encourage the development of SROs, and other special housing arrangements.

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FRESNO MULTI-JURISDICTIONAL HOUSING ELEMENT | APRIL 2024 1H-83 FIGURE 1H-8 LOCAL RACIAL DEMOGRAPHICS
Source: 2015-2019 ACS; City of Kingsburg, 2023
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1H-84 FRESNO MULTI-JURISDICTIONAL HOUSING ELEMENT | APRIL 2024 Familial Status
Like several other jurisdictions in Fresno County, a majority of households in Kingsburg are family households (75.7 percent). Family households are defined by California law as a household of two or more persons, regardless of relationship status. Approximately 58.5 percent of households in the city are marriedcouple families, and 2.3 percent of households are unmarried couple families. The distribution of households where married-couple and unmarried-couple families comprise approximately 50.0 percent of households corresponds to the slightly lower-income southwest portion of the city on the west side of SR 99, whereas the rate of married- and unmarried-couple families on the east side of the city is 62.7 percent, corresponding to a higher-income distribution. All of these neighborhoods are TCAC high- and highestresource designated areas.

The City of Kingsburg’s proportion of single, female-headed households – no spouse present (inclusive of those living alone) is 29.7 percent of total households, and 9.5 percent of total households are single, maleheaded households with no spouse present. Approximately 14.9 percent of Kingsburg households are family households (2 or more persons) headed by single adults, lower than the Fresno County rate of 22.2 percent and 21.0 percent in California. Of the single, female-headed households in the city, 60.3 percent are nonfamily households living alone, 21.6 percent include children, and 18.0 percent are family households made up of relatives or housemates. Of single male-headed households, 67.5 percent are non-family households who live alone, and only 5.6 percent are single, male-headed family households that include children, and the remaining 27.1 percent are single, male-headed family households made up of other relatives or housemates.

Relative to the lower representation of married- and unmarried-couple family households in the western portion of the city, 17.1 percent of the population over age 18 lives alone, and 18.3 percent are living in households headed by single parents with children or reside with other relatives. In contrast, east of SR 99,

11.4 percent of the households are persons living alone, and 13.0 percent of the households are singleparent-headed families with children. The rate of female-headed households with household incomes below the poverty line, at 16.8 percent, is well below both the Fresno County rate (34.0 percent) of female-headed households with children with household incomes below the poverty line, and the statewide rate of 21.5 percent. A higher poverty rate is found on the eastern side of SR 99 where four of the five affordable housing complexes are located. Although the east side of the city has a lower proportion of single parent households, the higher poverty rate suggests that a higher concentration of single-parent households in poverty may reside in the downtown, North Kingsburg, or Lincoln Square neighborhoods where the affordable housing complexes are located.

Single-person households constitute 24.3 percent of total households, compared to 29.1 percent of households in Fresno County overall, and 23.7 percent of households statewide. Seniors living alone, comprising 9.6 percent of households both county- and statewide, constitute 12.1 percent of Kingsburg’s households. This higher representation of seniors living alone in the City of Kingsburg, and total representation of senior households in the city that are similar to county and state proportions, suggests there is access to services and amenities in the city catering to senior needs, further supported by the SECTION 1H-3: LOCAL ASSESSMENT OF FAIR HOUSING
FRESNO MULTI-JURISDICTIONAL HOUSING ELEMENT | APRIL 2024 1H-85 TCAC/HCD high-resource opportunities designations. The presence of five affordable housing properties, two of which are age-restricted communities, likely contributes to the number of seniors living alone.

To promote construction of a variety of housing types and sizes for a range of family types, the City has included several programs, as noted in Table 1H-15, to facilitate and incentivize opportunities for higher density residential development, including units in a range of sizes.

Disability Rates and Services
Persons with disabilities typically have special housing needs due to physical or developmental capabilities, fixed or limited incomes, and higher health costs. Seniors typically experience disabilities at higher rates.

Approximately 11.2 percent of the City of Kingsburg’s population lives with one or more types of disabilities, less than the Fresno County average of 12.9 percent, and slightly above the state average of

10.7 percent. However, although the population of older residents (12.1 percent of the total population) in the city is comparable to the rate in Fresno County, 43.9 percent of the senior population in the City of Kingsburg experiences one or more disabilities, one of the higher rates in the county after the cities of Fowler, Coalinga, and Fresno, at 51.3 percent, 51.0 percent, and 44.5 percent, respectively.

Residents living with disabilities in the western side of the city comprise 10.5 percent of the population, of whom, 57.9 percent are seniors. Although seniors comprise 13.2 percent of the total population within the western portion of the city, 46.2 percent report a disability. In the eastern side of the city, the overall rate of disability is 13.3 percent. While seniors comprise 13.7 percent of the population in this tract, likely due to the presence of two senior affordable-housing complexes, 40.6 percent of this age cohort experiences one or more disabilities, representing 41.7 percent of total persons with disabilities in this tract. The spatial distribution of Kingsburg residents living with disabilities suggests that services and amenities, as well as transit hub opportunities and the existence of affordable senior-living facilities may be more accessible on the east side of SR 99 (Figure 1H-9, Disability Rate in Kingsburg). The incidence of persons with disabilities has shifted between 2014 and 2020, increasing throughout the city. In 2014, the eastern side of the city had a disability rate of 10.3 percent compared to 13.3 percent in 2020, with seniors comprising 11.8 percent of the residents and 33.7 percent of total disabilities in this tract; the western side had a disability rate of 9.7 percent compared to 10.5 percent in 2020, with seniors comprising 55.0 percent of total persons with disabilities and 39.1 percent of all seniors in this tract. It appears the proportion of residents with disabilities, particularly seniors, are more heavily represented in the eastern portion of the city in 2020, with the proportion of persons with disabilities under age 65 increasing in the western side of the city while increasing on the eastern side.

As shown on Table 2-33, Disability by Type (2020), in Section 2: Housing Needs Assessment, ambulatory disabilities were the most prevalent disability, at 46.7 percent of the population with disabilities, followed by independent-living difficulties at 46.4 percent, hearing difficulties at 41.1 percent, and cognitive problems at 39.3 percent. Vision difficulties and self-care problems were reported by 17.6 percent and 23.7 percent of the population with a disability, respectively. Kingsburg has a small population of residents with APPENDIX 1H: CITY OF KINGSBURG
1H-86 FRESNO MULTI-JURISDICTIONAL HOUSING ELEMENT | APRIL 2024 developmental disabilities (less than 1.0 percent of the total population), of which approximately 51.1 percent are under 18 years of age and live at home with parents or a caregiver.

Residents with disabilities in Kingsburg are served by the Fresno County Senior Resource Center, which operates an Adult Protective Services program, assisting both disabled adults and seniors with all requests for assistance. The Fresno County Human Services System, Department of Adult Services, also provides housing and basic needs assistance to elderly persons. The Fresno/Madera Area Agency on Aging (FMAAA) provides connections to programs, services, and resources that elderly residents can use to maintain and improve their quality of life as they age. Kingsburg residents also have access to the Dial-ARide program, operated by the local Fresno County Rural Transit Agency (FCRTA) subsystem, which offers transportation services to the elderly (age 65 and above), disabled, low-income, and the general public. Dial-A-Ride services are wheelchair equipped and operate Monday through Friday between 8:30 a.m. and 4:15 p.m., with fares priced at $1.00 one-way or $2.00 round trip. For ongoing care, there is one adult residential care facility in Kingsburg with six beds, but no elderly assisted-living facilities. These facilities are likely insufficient to meet the need of residents of Kingsburg with independent living challenges and may increase displacement risk for this population.

To facilitate construction of supportive housing facilities and/or other services for persons with disabilities, the City has included Programs 8 and 11 to support and incentivize construction of housing for special needs including extremely low-income housing and housing for persons with disabilities, Program 16 to allow residential care facilities, transitional housing, and supportive housing in compliance with State law, and Program 18 for formalizing a reasonable accommodations request procedure.

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FRESNO MULTI-JURISDICTIONAL HOUSING ELEMENT | APRIL 2024 1H-87 FIGURE 1H-9 DISABILITY RATE IN KINGSBURG
Source: 2015-2019 ACS; City of Kingsburg, 2023
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1H-88 FRESNO MULTI-JURISDICTIONAL HOUSING ELEMENT | APRIL 2024 Access to Opportunity
Transit Mobility
Transit mobility refers to an individual’s ability to navigate the city and region on a daily basis to access services, employment, schools, and other resources. Indicators of transit mobility include the extent of transit routes, proximity of transit stops to affordable housing, and frequency of transit.

Kingsburg residents are served by the FCRTA, whose primary focus is to serve the general public. FCRTA serves the Spheres of Influence of each incorporated city in rural Fresno County and provides inter-city fixed-route service, providing fixed-route service on the Southeast Transit and Kingsburg-Reedley Transit lines (see Figure 3-19, Fresno County Rural Transit Agency Intercounty Routes, in Section 3: Regional Assessment of Fair Housing). Since January 26, 1992, in compliance with requirements of the ADA, providers may deviate from specified routes on a demand responsive basis up to a three-quarter of a mile in either direction (1-1/2 mile radius) to pick-up or drop-off a disabled passenger. As such, the FCRTA is exempt from the requirement to prepare a “Comparable Service Paratransit Plan” for implementing the ADA.

Southeast Transit provides weekday service between Kingsburg, Selma, Fowler, and Fresno. Buses depart from Kingsburg at 7:05 a.m., 10:00 a.m., and 3:05 p.m., stopping in Selma and Fowler before arriving in Fresno after a 45- to 50-minute trip. Return service departs from Fresno at 8:45 a.m., 2:00 p.m., and 4:45 p.m., stopping again in Fowler and Selma before arriving in Kingsburg after 50 to 55 minutes. Service is provided on 30-passenger Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) wheelchair-accessible buses. Monthly passes for general service between Kingsburg and Fresno are priced at $95.00, with discounted fares available for senior, youth, and disabled residents at $85.00 monthly. FCRTA Southeast Line stops at the Swedish Coffee Pot Park bus shelter in Kingsburg.

The Kingsburg-Reedley Transit line provides service between Reedley College and Kingsburg on weekdays, departing from the Swedish Coffee Pot Park Bus Shelter in Kingsburg at 7:00 a.m., 11:00 a.m., and 2:30 p.m. and making stops in Selma, Fowler, and Parlier before arriving at Reedley College after approximately 60 to 65 minutes. Return service departs from Reedley College at 9:15 a.m., 12:20 p.m., and 3:45 p.m., stopping again in Parlier, Fowler, and Selma before arriving in Kingsburg after approximately 60 to 65 minutes. Service is provided on 30-passenger, ADA wheelchair-accessible buses. Monthly passes for general service between Kingsburg and Reedley College are priced at $94.00, with discounted monthly student bus passes available for purchase through Reedley College at a rate of $35.00. Transit Routes serving Kingsburg, along with the stop location and a one-half mile radius around the stop, and the onehalf mile neighborhood accessibility ranges are shown on Figure 1H-10X, Transit Service Areas. As is indicated by the one-half mile stop accessibility radius, the current service provided by the intercity fixedroute service has a limited service area within the city, so transit-dependent residents outside of the limited stop catchment area may be too far from the stop to easily access without a car.

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FRESNO MULTI-JURISDICTIONAL HOUSING ELEMENT | APRIL 2024 1H-89 With daily access to the Cities of Fresno and Reedley, the FCRTA also provides Kingsburg residents with access to employment opportunities and connections to regional transit services, including Amtrak, Greyhound, and Fresno Area Express (FAX), which in turn provide connections within the metropolitan Fresno area and between Stockton, Bakersfield, and other regional hubs.

AllTransit is a transit and connectivity analytic tool developed by the Center for Neighborhood Technology for the advancement of equitable communities and urban sustainability. The tool analyzes the transit frequency, routes, and access to determine an overall transit score at the city, county, and regional levels.

AllTransit scores geographic regions (e.g., cities, counties, Metropolitan Statistical Areas [MSAs]) on a scale of 0 to 10, with 10 being complete transit connectivity. Figure 1H-1011, Kingsburg AllTransit Performance Score, shows Kingsburg’s AllTransit Performance score, including metrics representing average household transit access. Kingsburg’s score is 0.7, demonstrating “very low” connectivity. Table 1H-8, Fresno County Jurisdictions AllTransit Performance Scores, shows transit accessibility in Kingsburg relative to other Fresno County jurisdictions. Kingsburg’s score is consistent with comparable Fresno County jurisdictions, which are typified by smaller rural and semi-rural communities. However, as described in Section 3: Regional Assessment of Fair Housing, the AllTransit methodology may not accurately reflect the transit opportunities available through private service providers. Among Fresno County jurisdictions, the City of Fresno represents an outlier both in terms of population size, degree of urbanization, and transit accessibility.

The Consolidated Transportation Service Agency (CTSA) for the rural Fresno County area provides specialized service to social service agencies located anywhere in rural Fresno County or participates financially to allow social service agencies to utilize existing resources. The provision of more targeted services improves the coordination and consolidation of rural transportation services. It also reduces the need for the FCRTA to provide "specialized service" to social service patrons associated with social service agencies working with the Rural CTSA. There are organizations in Fresno County that have begun to provide transportation services for their clients and patients, including United Healthcare Centers with complimentary shuttle services to 16 locations within a 30-mile radius of each facility throughout the County. Other social service providers have not been successful in establishing their own private transit service, (report identifies Proteus, Biola Community Services District, and Centro La Familia) yet have identified a need for cost effective alternatives to the public bus service, private systems such as Uber and Lyft which can be costly, or those primarily limited to persons with disabilities.

As identified in the FCRTA Electric Vehicle Rideshare/Carshare/Rural Transit Expansion Plan, December 2020, social service organizations have voiced the concern that many of their clients have limited or no access to a vehicle, and reside outside of a one-half mile service area of an existing transit route (Figure X, High Quality Transit Service Areas, 2022); therefore impacting their quality of life.

FIGURE X, HIGH QUALITY TRANSIT SERVICE AREAS, 2022
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1H-90 FRESNO MULTI-JURISDICTIONAL HOUSING ELEMENT | APRIL 2024 A Clean Mobility Pilot Voucher Pilot Program - Biola Community Transportation Needs Assessment was conducted by FCRTA in concert with Walker Consultant in September, 2021. The purpose of the study was to identify residents’ current means of transportation, which included driving one’s own car, riding with others, using the public transit bus system, or paying high costs for private door to door services; and ascertain the potential and interest for developing alternative means of transportation, expanding transit and micro transit services; and analyze travel patterns to plan routes.

Prior analysis has shown that a significant portion of the households countywide (in X City) are lowerincome, the poverty rate is high, and a portion of residents of the smaller communities throughout Fresno County are farmworkers who work long hours and at destinations not accessible by bus routes. A sizeable portion of lower-income households do not own a car. Further, the study disclosed that residents rely on auto travel, often depending on others for rides, because there is no regular transit service near or close to them, the routes do not connect them to their destinations without several transfers, or within a reasonable timeframe; As previously discussed, there are portions of the County (City) that are not located within a one-half mile distance of a bus stop, and riders are often forced to walk long distances in extreme heat to get to bus stops, where they may wait in the sun with no shade. Survey feedback revealed interest in transportation options including rideshare, transit, or micro transit, including free or discounted public transit passes, a free or low-cost shuttle to a common destination on a regular basis, and three-quarters of respondents would be willing to pay between $4 and $10 to ride a shuttle service.

A rideshare program is available to farmworkers, many of whom do not have their own vehicle, in fact, many do not have driver’s licenses to operate vehicles in the state. The California Vanpool Authority is a public transit agency governed by a consortium of public agency board members, including Fresno County COG. The California Vanpool (CalVans) program provides qualified agricultural workers with safe, affordable vans they can use to drive themselves and others to work. The program is based on the King’s County Agricultural Industries Transportation Services (AITS) program model established in 2002.

However, unlike the average commuter, farmworkers were prevented from forming vanpools due to both State and Federal Department of Labor laws governing how farmworkers may travel to work. For example, farmworkers were prevented from paying any money towards costs, even for fuel reimbursement, unless the driver was a registered Farm Labor Contractor. After two decades of meeting legal challenges in operational logistics, the current program meets all state and federal requirements for farm labor transportation.

A one-time start-up grant provided money to set-up the CalVans program and to purchase the 15-passenger vans, which have since been remodeled to carry eight passengers and the driver. The money to sustain and expand the program comes from the riders themselves, who generally pay less than $2.00 to ride in a CalVans vanpool. The fee covers the Agency’s cost of maintaining and insuring the vans, as well as the cost of replacing vehicles based on established safety criteria. Drivers receive no compensation, training and operating their vanpool on a voluntary basis.

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FRESNO MULTI-JURISDICTIONAL HOUSING ELEMENT | APRIL 2024 1H-91 FIGURE 1H-10 TRANSIT SERVICE AREAS, 2022
Source: FCRTA, 2019; Caltrans, 2022; City of Kingsburg, 2023; Placeworks, 2023 APPENDIX 1H: CITY OF KINGSBURG
1H-92 FRESNO MULTI-JURISDICTIONAL HOUSING ELEMENT | APRIL 2024 FIGURE 1H-10 11 KINGSBURG ALLTRANSIT PERFORMANCE SCORE
Source: AllTransit.cnt.org, 2022
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FRESNO MULTI-JURISDICTIONAL HOUSING ELEMENT | APRIL 2024 1H-93 Table 1H-8 Fresno County Jurisdictions AllTransit Performance Scores Jurisdiction Score
City of Fresno 5.0
Fresno County 3.2
Reedley 2.2
Fowler 1.5
Huron 1.2
Clovis 1.1
Coalinga 1.1
Parlier 1.0
Firebaugh 1.0
Mendota 0.9
Sanger 0.9
Selma 0.7
Kingsburg 0.7
Kerman 0.1
San Joaquin 0.0
Source: AllTransit.cnt.org, 2022
In 2023, FCRTA released a public draft of its 2024-2028 Short Range Transit Plan (SRTP). As part of the plan’s public outreach process, members of the public expressed concerns they had about the current state of the transit network and suggested possible changes to the transit and transportation system that would benefit them. Two of the primary comments received as part of the agency’s workshops were a desire to see extended weekend and evening service to support farmworkers and an interest in seeing better collaboration between the County and FCRTA. The latter is addressed by many programs in individual jurisdiction’s Housing Element Action Plans. In an online survey for the same study, many expressed a desire to see demand-response transit expanded to better serve rural areas that are not well served by fixedroute transit. The SRTP noted that the Measure C sales tax measure indicated that providing funding for expanded rural fixed-route service was an approved funding goal, along with providing free transit service for seniors.

In 2018, FCRTA successfully applied to FCOG for a Regional Sustainable Infrastructure Planning Grant and was awarded $160,000 to fund a study analyzing the feasibility of expanding FCRTA’s Rural Transit service and creating new service regions for FCRTA’s Rural Transit service throughout Fresno County. As identified in the FCRTA Electric Vehicle Rideshare/Carshare/Rural Transit Expansion Plan, December 2020, social service organizations have voiced the concern that many of their clients have limited or no access to a vehicle and reside outside of a one-half-mile service area of an existing transit stop, which can negatively impact their quality of life. In October 2022, FCRTA launched a pilot of an electric car-based carshare program in Biola, where subsidized rides would be provided in electric vehicles driven by professional drivers hired through MV Transportation. The project is funded by Measure C sales tax funds APPENDIX 1H: CITY OF KINGSBURG
1H-94 FRESNO MULTI-JURISDICTIONAL HOUSING ELEMENT | APRIL 2024 and a donation from the League of Women Voters, and the agency hopes to expand to other parts of Fresno County as drivers are hired and trained. However, at the time of the project’s launch, FCRTA noted that the project was having a hard time hiring enough qualified drivers for the program.

Community groups have also organized to address gaps in fixed-route rural service. Green Raiteros is an indigenous, community-led rideshare service based in Huron that serves Fresno, Madera, Kings, and Kern Counties. The group is part of the Latino Equity Advocacy & Policy Institute (LEAP Institute), a 501(c)3 nonprofit public benefit organization. The service is funded by both public and private grants and was initially built on the existing network of retired farmworkers that had been providing transportation services on an informal basis. The group owns 10 electric vehicles that are used to provide the service, and was able to secure four high-speed chargers. The program expressly includes in its mission dual goals of improving local health outcomes by connecting rural residents with health services and providing quality transportation services for farmworkers. Other community-based rideshare programs were forced to close during the pandemic, such as the Van y Viene service in Cantua Creek. However, the success of Green Raiteros suggests that there is a demand for this type of service in more rural areas that could be met with community leadership.

Vanpool services are also available to farmworkers in the county, who may not reside in proximity to a bus stop that provides a connection to employment sites, as their work sites may change depending on the crop harvest schedule. The California Vanpool Authority is a public transit agency governed by a consortium of public agency board members, including Fresno County COG. The California Vanpool (CalVans) program provides qualified agricultural workers with safe, affordable vans they can use to drive themselves and others to work. A one-time start-up grant provided money to set-up the CalVans program and to purchase the 15-passenger vans, which have since been remodeled to carry eight passengers and the driver. The money to sustain and expand the program comes from the riders themselves, who generally pay less than $2.00 to ride in a CalVans vanpool. The fee covers the agency’s cost of maintaining and insuring the vans, as well as the cost of replacing vehicles based on established safety criteria. Drivers receive no compensation or training and operate their vanpool on a voluntary basis.

As of 2020, FCRTA is the Consolidated Transportation Services Agency (CTSA) for the rural areas of Fresno County and administers funding for these services. In 2021, Fresno Economic Opportunities Commission was awarded a contract to provide transit services in coordination with local human services agencies. As of August 2023, a joint request for proposals (RFP) has been issued by FCRTA and the City of Fresno to provide social services and transportation services in both the rural areas of Fresno County and the Fresno metropolitan area. Additionally, the Fresno COG is currently updating the Fresno County Coordinated Human Services Transportation Plan, which will identify strategies for improving transportation options for seniors, persons with disabilities, low-income individuals, veterans, unhoused persons, and youth.

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FRESNO MULTI-JURISDICTIONAL HOUSING ELEMENT | APRIL 2024 1H-95 Housing Mobility
Approximately 35.2 percent of occupied households in Kingsburg are renting, with renter-occupied households found at a higher rate to the northeast of SR 99 (38.9 percent) as compared with its southwest side (28.0 percent). As shown in Section 2: Housing Needs Assessment, Table 2-18, for 2022, the California Department of Finance (DOF) reported an overall vacancy rate of 2.1 percent in Kingsburg. Vacancy data is not available by tenure through the DOF; however, the 2020 ACS 5-year estimate indicates a rental vacancy rate of 0.0 percent and an ownership unit vacancy rate of 0.0 percent, though with a similar overall vacancy rate of 3.7 percent. A healthy housing market is generally considered to have a 5.0 percent vacancy rate. ACS 5-year estimate vacancy rates draw on large sample sizes and may not precisely represent vacancy on the ground. Instead, these rates are presented as general estimates indicating approximate conditions in the local housing market.

In Kingsburg, a substantial proportion of the city’s 143 vacant properties were categorized as either being rented but not occupied (24.5 percent of vacant properties), for seasonal, recreational, or occasional use (either recreational or for seasonal laborers) (18.9 percent), or as “other vacant,” (56.6 percent), a category of properties that are vacant but not available for rent or purchase, according to the 2016-2020 ACS. The category of “seasonal, recreational, or occasional” vacancies can include a wide range of situations, including vacation homes, part-time residences, or housing occupied on an occasional basis by seasonal workers (not including housing for migrant workers). Properties may be categorized as “other vacant” due to one or more factors, which may include ongoing legal proceedings, active renovation or repair, abandonment, or an owner’s preference for vacancy, an owner is elderly and living in a nursing home or with family members, among other potential factors. These categories of vacancy are accounted for in the overall vacancy rate estimate but are not included in the rental and ownership vacancy rate estimates, which only consider those units immediately available for rent or purchase.

Kingsburg’s very low rental vacancy rate indicates a tight rental market with few housing mobility opportunities for current and prospective renters. Similarly, the very low ownership unit vacancy rate indicates an absence of available homes for sale in Kingsburg for prospective homebuyers.

The 2020 ACS 5-year estimate indicates that median gross rent is $1,093 in Kingsburg, slightly higher than the median gross rent of $1,029 reported for Fresno County (see Section 2: Housing Needs Assessment).

While Kingsburg’s vacancy rates are consistent with several other comparable Fresno County jurisdictions, median gross rent in Kingsburg makes it among the more expensive areas to rent in Fresno County (see Section 2: Housing Needs Assessment).

Median rent in Kingsburg rose from $878 in 2010 to $1,093 in 2020, with an increase of 24.5 percent over the 10-year period, indicating that renting costs have risen in recent years. In addition, as found in Section 2: Housing Needs Assessment, Table 2-22, Home Sales Recorded in 2021-22, home prices in Kingsburg have increased by 38.8 percent between 2021 and 2022.

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1H-96 FRESNO MULTI-JURISDICTIONAL HOUSING ELEMENT | APRIL 2024 While rent is relatively affordable in Kingsburg compared to the state, they are relatively high compared to other jurisdictions in Fresno County, and both rent and purchase prices have risen substantially over the last 10 years. Additionally, a shortage of available housing units both for rent and for sale may indicate limited mobility options for prospective renters and those seeking ownership opportunities. However, in the census tract to the northeast of SR 99 and east of South Bethel Avenue of South Madera Avenue, approximately 3.8 percent of renters use Housing Choice Vouchers (HCVs) and in the census tract to the southwest of SR 99, approximately 4.4 percent of renters use HCVs, indicating a relatively even distribution of HCV holders. The northwest corner of the city, bounded by SR 99 and South Bethel Avenue, is part of a census tract in which 8.0 percent of renters use HCVs; however, this tract also includes large unincorporated areas and areas on the east side of Selma.

In response to rising housing costs throughout the city, the City has included several programs to promote construction of affordable housing and facilitate mobility for lower- and moderate-income households.

These programs include Programs 5, 8, 11, 13, 16, 26, and 28, as outlined in Table 1H-15.

Employment Opportunities
The HUD jobs proximity index measures employment accessibility in residential neighborhoods by calculating distances to potential job locations within the area, with larger employment centers weighted more heavily, and factoring in the population size of the local workforce. According to this index, most primarily residential areas in Kingsburg score between the 60th and 80th percentiles, indicating close proximity to employment opportunities (Figure 1H-1112, Jobs Proximity Index). A small section of the city in the downtown area and the northeast side score slightly lower, in the 57th and 50th percentiles respectively, but still indicate reasonably close access to employment, especially relative to comparable jurisdictions in Fresno County. This is likely due to Kingsburg’s position on the SR 99/Golden State Highway corridor, providing convenient access to Fresno, the region’s primary employment center, approximately 20 miles northwest of Kingsburg.

Notable industries in Kingsburg include agriculture, industrial services, and education. The largest employers in and around Kingsburg are Sun-Maid, Guardian Glass, Kingsburg Elementary School District, and the Packaging Corporation of AmericaSacramento Container Company. Approximately 84.5 percent of Kingsburg residents commute outside of the city for work, with 15.5 percent of residents both living and working within city limits. This figure has remained consistent over time – in 2010, 85.7 percent of Kingsburg residents commuted outside of the city for work. 2 Kingsburg residents primarily work in the
industries of Educational Services (13.7 percent); Health Care and Social Assistance (12.6 percent); 2 U.S. Census Bureau, 2022, Longitudinal Employer Household Dynamics (LEHD) Origin-Destination Statistics (2002-2019). Washington, DC: U.S. Census Bureau, Longitudinal-Employer Household Dynamics Program, accessed September 2022.

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FRESNO MULTI-JURISDICTIONAL HOUSING ELEMENT | APRIL 2024 1H-97 Agriculture, Forestry, Fishing and Hunting (11.8 percent); and Retail Trade (8.6 percent). 3 In total,
approximately 36.5 percent of Kingsburg residents live within 10 miles of their place of employment, and

37.2 percent live 10 to 24 miles from their job. This suggests that most residents of Kingsburg that are commuting outside of the city for work are traveling to surrounding areas, and no further than the City of Fresno, for work.

The ACS estimates that, since 2010, the jobs-housing ratio in Kingsburg has increased from 0.91, indicating a shortage of jobs for the number of housing units, to 1.16 in 2020, indicating more jobs available than there are housing units. Much of this housing is likely to support nearby industries. Commercial activity within Kingsburg is focused along the SR 99 corridor; however, given the nature of the city’s main industries, many Kingsburg residents will likely continue to work outside of the city. The city’s zoning map (Figure 1H-1213, Zoning in Kingsburg) shows that the majority of land in the city is designated for residential uses. The prevalence of residential uses with strong access to Fresno’s job market reflects the city’s relatively high scores for HUD’s jobs proximity index. 3 U.S. Census Bureau, 2022, Longitudinal Employer Household Dynamics (LEHD) Origin-Destination Statistics (2002-2019). Washington, DC: U.S. Census Bureau, Longitudinal-Employer Household Dynamics Program, accessed September 2022.

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1H-98 FRESNO MULTI-JURISDICTIONAL HOUSING ELEMENT | APRIL 2024 FIGURE 1H-11 12 JOBS PROXIMITY INDEX
Source: HUD, 2017; City of Kingsburg, 2023
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FRESNO MULTI-JURISDICTIONAL HOUSING ELEMENT | APRIL 2024 1H-99 FIGURE 1H-12 13 ZONING IN KINGSBURG
Source: City of Kingsburg, 2018; accessed October 2022
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1H-100 FRESNO MULTI-JURISDICTIONAL HOUSING ELEMENT | APRIL 2024 Educational Opportunities
Kingsburg students are served by the Kingsburg Elementary Charter School District (KECSD) and the Kingsburg Joint Union High School District (KJUHSD). Together, these districts offer nine public schools reported on by the California Department of Education (CDE), and several alternative education programs.

The KJUHSD includes Kingsburg Alternative Education Center (KAEC), which houses both Oasis High School and Kingsburg Independent Study High. Alternative education programs typically serve students who have experienced challenges in traditional school environments. While these schools may have limited data on performance scores for English language arts (ELA) and mathematics, they offer a valuable resource for students to continue their education in a supportive environment.

Figure 1H-14, Local School District BoundariesSchool District Catchment Areas, shows the school district boundaries for the Kingsburg Area according to the US Department of Education’s 2015-2016 Education Demographic and Geographic Estimates (EDGE) survey. The majority of Kingsburg falls within the Kingsburg Joint Union High School District. All of Kingsburg’s elementary schools are part of the KECSD. Because charter schools were not included in this survey, the city’s elementary and middle school boundaries are not included in this map. Rather than dividing students into neighborhood schools, KECSD schools are divided by grade and cover all learners at that grade level in the same school. Reagan Elementary serves grades 4-6, Lincoln Elementary serves grades 2 and 3, Roosevelt serves first graders, and Washington Elementary serves students aged 3-6 years. Therefore, individual school performance does not disproportionately effect one area of the city over the other. One inventory site on the northwest side of the city is located within Selma Unified School District’s catchment area.

Of the eight schools for which ELA and mathematics performance scores were available in 2019, CDE reported that most Kingsburg schools are above the state grade-level standards for ELA, with Lincoln, Washington, and Roosevelt Elementary Schools also scoring above the state grade-level standards for mathematics. All other scores for schools in the KECSD and KJUHSD were below the state grade-level standards for ELA, mathematics, or both (Table 1H-9, School Performance Scores in Kingsburg, 2019).

The proportion of each school’s population that was considered socioeconomically disadvantaged in 2019 was generally low relative to other Fresno County jurisdictions, ranging from 50.4 percent of the student population at Central Valley Home to 85.7 percent of students at Oasis Continuation High. Central Valley Home is in an area with a median household income of $58,393 and where the TCAC/HCD Educational Domain Score, or projected educational outcome, is in the 20th percentile. Oasis Continuation High is in an area where data on median household income is not available and the TCAC/HCD Educational Domain Score is similarly in the 19th percentile. In Kingsburg, the spatial distribution of schools in relation to household median income is consistent with school performance, and anticipated educational outcomes, according to TCAC and HCD, do not vary substantially across the city (Figure 1H-1315, Local TCAC/HCD Educational Domain Score). This uniform score, along with the relatively strong ELA and math scores among many KECSD and KJUHSD schools, indicates that students in different parts of Kingsburg generally have access to similarly performing schools.

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FRESNO MULTI-JURISDICTIONAL HOUSING ELEMENT | APRIL 2024 1H-101 To remove barriers to educational attainment, the city has included Program 30 to work with the school district to identify if there are links between housing stability and school performance and assist in securing grant funding for teacher recruitment and retention bonuses, classroom materials, and other incentives for teachers to facilitate positive learning environments citywide.

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1H-102 FRESNO MULTI-JURISDICTIONAL HOUSING ELEMENT | APRIL 2024 FIGURE 1H-14 SCHOOL DISTRICT BOUNDARIESCATCHMENT AREAS
Source: US Department of Education, 2015-2016; Kingsburg Elementary Charter School District (Accessed 2024); City of Kingsburg, 2023
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FRESNO MULTI-JURISDICTIONAL HOUSING ELEMENT | APRIL 2024 1H-103 Table 1H-9 School Performance Scores in Kingsburg, 2019 School Name District ELA
Score
Math
Score
Chronic
Absenteeism Rate
Suspension
Rate
Socioeconomically
Disadvantaged
Foster
Youth
English
Learners
Kingsburg High KJUHSD +57.0 -20.1 - 5.2% 60.2% 0.6% 5.9% Kingsburg Independent Study High KJUHSD +14.2 -100.7 - 0.0% 79.5% 0.0% 6.8% Oasis Continuation High KJUHSD - - - 12.5% 85.7% 2.9% 20.0% Lincoln Elementary KECSD +37.7 +20.9 0.2% 1.3% 59.3% 0.0% 14.8% Island Community Day KECSD - - - - - - -
Ronald W. Reagan Elementary KECSD +8.7 -15.0 0.1% 1.0% 59.6% 0.3% 9.4% Central Valley Home KECSD -17.4 -66.6 3.4% 0.0% 50.4% 0.8% 5.5% Rafer Johnson Junior High KECSD +12.1 -23.9 0.8% 3.8% 58.6% 0.6% 7.7% Washington Elementary KECSD +35.2 +17.5 0.3% 0.9% 62.1% 0.0% 19.3% Roosevelt Elementary KECSD +35.2 +17.5 0.0% 1.4% 63.3% 1.0% 16.3% Source: California Department of Education, 2019
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1H-104 FRESNO MULTI-JURISDICTIONAL HOUSING ELEMENT | APRIL 2024 FIGURE 1H-13 15 LOCAL TCAC/HCD EDUCATIONAL DOMAIN SCORE Source: TCAC/HCD, 2021; City of Kingsburg, 2023
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FRESNO MULTI-JURISDICTIONAL HOUSING ELEMENT | APRIL 2024 1H-105 Environmental Health
The Office of Environmental Health Hazard Assessment (OEHHA) reports CalEnviroScreen 4.0 scores for Kingsburg demonstrating relatively adverse environmental conditions, with census tracts in and around Kingsburg scoring between the 64th and 82nd percentiles (Figure 1H-1416, CalEnviroScreen Scores). In Kingsburg, areas southwest of SR 99 see more adverse environmental conditions as compared to areas to the north and northeast. This pattern is consistent with the spatial pattern demonstrated by other indicators of access to opportunity.

The primary indicators leading to high scores as reported by OEHHA’s CalEnviroScreen, are, in order of significance, pesticides, drinking water contaminants, ozone, fine inhalable particles less than 2.5 micrometers (PM2.5), diesel particulate matter (PM), and solid waste. Kingsburg is in a sparsely populated area, with few industrial uses and relatively low pollution from vehicular emissions. However, commercial agriculture and natural resource extraction occurring close to Kingsburg may contribute to adverse environmental conditions. Some sections of Kingsburg fall within the boundaries of areas considered to be Senate Bill (SB) 535-qualifying disadvantaged communities, representing the 25.0 percent of highestscoring census tracts in CalEnviroScreen 4.0, census tracts previously identified in the top 25.0 percent in CalEnviroScreen 3.0, and census tracts with high amounts of pollution and low populations. SB 535 communities in Kingsburg are to the southwest of SR 99, consistent with the spatial distribution pattern of other indicators of adverse fair housing conditions in the city. This indicates that, as compared with statewide averages, Kingsburg represents an area of potential concern regarding fair housing and disproportionate exposure to environmental hazards and a concentration of vulnerable populations. To improve environmental conditions and concentrations of vulnerable populations, the City has included Program 30 to prioritize projects that facilitate place-based revitalization through the City’s Capital Improvement Plan.

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1H-106 FRESNO MULTI-JURISDICTIONAL HOUSING ELEMENT | APRIL 2024 FIGURE 1H-14 16 CALENVIROSCREEN SCORES
Source: OEHHA, 2021; City of Kingsburg, 2023
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FRESNO MULTI-JURISDICTIONAL HOUSING ELEMENT | APRIL 2024 1H-107 Disproportionate Housing Need and Displacement Risk
Overcrowding
Overall, approximately 3.4 percent of households in Kingsburg are considered overcrowded, almost half of the percentage of overcrowding in Fresno County as a whole (6.1 percent). In addition, there are no households in Kingsburg that report being severely overcrowded, compared to 3.6 percent of households in Fresno County. Overcrowding is higher among homeowners in Kingsburg, of whom 4.8 percent are overcrowded, than among renters, of whom 0.8 percent are overcrowded.

As shown in Figure 1H-1517, Overcrowding in Kingsburg, the ACS estimates that there are no areas of the city that have higher rates of overcrowding. However, overcrowding occurs at a higher rate in the adjacent City of Selma. In comparison to Kingsburg, approximately 9.0 percent of households in Selma experience overcrowding. Kingsburg has the lowest rate of overcrowding for all households among all jurisdictions in Fresno County, which may represent a balance of housing type with demand and need.

According to the 2016-2020 ACS, approximately 70.4 percent of housing units in Kingsburg have three or more bedrooms, which typically reduce the need for occupants to share rooms.

The rate of overcrowding in Kingsburg has decreased over time, from 5.3 percent in 2010, to 3.4 percent in 2020. Additionally, in 2010, 1.4 percent of households were considered severely overcrowded, compared to no households in 2020. This decrease has been largely among renter households, with 6.3 percent of renters experiencing overcrowding and 1.2 percent experiencing severe overcrowding in 2010, and 0.8 percent experiencing overcrowding and none experiencing severe overcrowding in 2020. In contrast, the percentage of homeowners experiencing overcrowding has increased slightly from 4.6 percent in 2010 to

4.8 percent, while the percentage of homeowners experiencing severe overcrowding has decreased from

1.5 to 0.0 percent. The concentration of overcrowding in ownership households, while low, may reflect high costs of ownership or occupants, such as children or couples, sharing rooms.

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1H-108 FRESNO MULTI-JURISDICTIONAL HOUSING ELEMENT | APRIL 2024 FIGURE 1H-15 17 OVERCROWDING IN KINGSBURG
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FRESNO MULTI-JURISDICTIONAL HOUSING ELEMENT | APRIL 2024 1H-109 Overpayment
In Kingsburg, 12.0 percent of households are cost burdened, and 14.4 percent are severely cost burdened, for a total of 26.4 percent of all households (Table 1H-10, Cost Burden in Kingsburg, 2010-2018). Of these households, approximately 43.9 percent are renters and 56.5 percent are homeowners. In total, 12.2 percent of renters are cost burdened, and 23.0 percent are severely cost burdened, compared to 12.1 percent and 10.2 percent of homeowners, respectively. Geographically, homeowner overpayment is relatively evenly distributed throughout Kingsburg, while there appears to be a higher rate of renter overpayment in the area south of SR 99, as is shown in Figure 1H-1618, Percentage of Renters Overpaying, and Figure 1H-1719, Percentage of Homeowners Overpaying. However, according to the ACS, 41.0 percent of renters south of SR 99 are overpaying for housing, compared to 37.7 percent north of SR 99. In contrast, there is a slightly larger discrepancy in homeowner overpayment to the south and north of SR 99, with 27.4 of homeowners south of the highway and 36.0 percent to the north overpaying for housing. Overall, the ACS estimates lower rates of overpayment in Kingsburg compared to neighboring cities and census tracts, including Parlier and Selma.

Table 1H-10 Cost Burden in Kingsburg, 2010-2018
Household Type
Cost Burdened Severely Cost Burdened
2010 2018 Percentage
Change 2010 2018 PercentageChange
All Households 19.8% 12.0% -7.8% 17.5% 14.4% -3.1%
Renters 26.3% 12.2% -14.1% 26.3% 23.0% -3.3%
Homeowners 15.7% 12.1% -3.7% 11.7% 10.2% -1.5%
Lower-Income Households 34.7% 20.4% -14.3% 46.6% 42.7% -3.9% Renters 22.8% 21.8% -1.0% 53.3% 42.3% -11.0%
Homeowners 41.2% 19.5% -21.7% 42.9% 43.2% 0.3%
Moderate-Income Households 8.7% 29.1% 20.4% 0.0% 5.5% 5.5% Renters 13.0% 7.3% -5.8% 0.0% 0.0% 0.0%
Homeowners 8.7% 34.1% 25.4% 0.0% 6.8% 6.8%
Above Moderate-Income Households 11.0% 5.5% -5.5% 0.0% 0.0% 0.0% Renters 0.0% 0.0% 0.0% 0.0% 0.0% 0.0%
Homeowners 14.1% 7.0% -7.1% 0.0% 0.0% 0.0%
Sources: CHAS 2006-2010 and 2014-2018
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1H-110 FRESNO MULTI-JURISDICTIONAL HOUSING ELEMENT | APRIL 2024 FIGURE 1H-16 18 PERCENTAGE OF RENTERS OVERPAYING
Source: 2015-2019 ACS; City of Kingsburg, 2023

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FRESNO MULTI-JURISDICTIONAL HOUSING ELEMENT | APRIL 2024 1H-111 FIGURE 1H-17 19 PERCENTAGE OF HOMEOWNERS OVERPAYING
Source: 2015-2019 ACS; City of Kingsburg, 2023

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1H-112 FRESNO MULTI-JURISDICTIONAL HOUSING ELEMENT | APRIL 2024 As discussed in the Overpayment section of Section 2: Housing Needs Assessment, overpayment often impacts lower-income households at a higher rate due to financial constraints. As such, these households are most at risk of displacement due to overpayment resulting from more limited flexibility in responding to changes in income or rent. In Kingsburg, 20.4 percent of all lower-income households are cost burdened, and 42.7 percent are severely cost burdened, for a total of 63.1 percent of lower-income households experiencing some degree of cost burden (Table 1H-10, Cost Burden in Kingsburg, 2010-2018). Further, both lower-income homeowners and renters are impacted by housing costs at similar rates, with 64.1 percent of lower-income renters and 62.7 percent of homeowners experiencing some degree of cost burden.

Moderate-income homeowners experience overpayment at similar rates as lower-income households, though significantly lower proportions of moderate-income renters and all above moderate-income households experience overpayment.

Since 2010, overpayment rates have decreased for all lower-income and above moderate-income households, though only for moderate-income renters (Table 1H-10). In contrast, lower-income renters are the only group that experienced a decrease in severe overpayment. Generally, severe overpayment is a concentrated issue among lower-income households. While home value data from 2010 is not available, in May 2014, the median home value in Kingsburg was $234,135, which had increased by 69.2 percent to $396,101 in 2022 for an average annual increase of 8.7 percent, according to Zillow. Housing prices continue to rise at an increasing rate, putting additional pressure on lower- and moderate-income households and increasing overpayment rates. Data on rental prices is more limited in Kingsburg, but it can be assumed that housing price increases have impacted rental units as well. The ACS estimates that the median gross rent increased from $871 in 2015 to $1,093 in 2020, for an average annual increase of 5.1 percent. All households impacted by overpayment are at risk of displacement as a result. Therefore, increasing rates of overpayment, particularly among lower-income households, indicates a need for additional affordable opportunities to reduce housing market pressures and provide mobility opportunities for lower-income households that wish to stay in the community.

To address the challenges lower-income households may face in acquiring affordable rental and homeownership housing, the City has included Program 12 to work with property owners of deedrestricted units to preserve affordability, Program 26 to aid lower-income families in identifying homebuyer assistance resources, and Program 28 to work with the Housing Authority to disseminate information to landlords and property owners on incentives for participating in the HCV program.

Substandard Housing Conditions
Approximately 56.6 percent of Kingsburg’s housing units are over 30 years old, and 31.7 percent of units are over 50 years old (Table 2-19, Age of Housing Stock [2020], in Section 2: Housing Needs Assessment).

Older units are generally more frequently subject to maintenance issues than newer housing stock. Even units that are not urgently in need of repair may benefit from energy-efficiency improvements to reduce energy usage and related climate impacts. In Kingsburg, older homes are largely, though not exclusively, located west of SR 99 in the Bicentennial Park neighborhood, and east of SR 99, south of Sierra Street, and west of 21st Avenue. This data is confirmed by local knowledge of current housing conditions. These SECTION 1H-3: LOCAL ASSESSMENT OF FAIR HOUSING
FRESNO MULTI-JURISDICTIONAL HOUSING ELEMENT | APRIL 2024 1H-113 neighborhoods are adjacent to the original railroad that spurred early development, and are now adjacent to SR 99 and the city’s commercial districts. While this area is considered highest resource by TCAC, the median incomes here, and throughout most of Kingsburg, are at or below the state median. Therefore, households throughout the city may not have the financial capacity to complete needed repairs on aging homes. The area southwest of SR 99 is also considered a census block group that is eligible for HUD CDBG funds, as is a small section of the spur between SR 99 and Golden State Boulevard on the northwest side of the city. The southern area of the city may have the greatest need for home rehabilitation and related assistance programs identified in Programs 23 and 24.

Another measure of substandard housing conditions is the presence of kitchen and plumbing facilities. The 2015–2019 ACS estimated that there are no owner-occupied units in Kingsburg that lack a complete kitchen or plumbing, but there are 25 renter-occupied units that meet these criteria, all of which are lower-income households. While 25 units only accounts for approximately 0.7 percent of Kingsburg’s total housing stock and 1.9 percent of renter-occupied units, it still indicates that lower-income renters are disproportionately burdened by substandard housing conditions.

To maintain the quality of existing housing in the city and reduce the risk of displacement of existing tenants or homeowners, the City will promote available housing rehabilitation resources and conduct targeted outreach to inform homeowners and rental property owners through Program 11 to support the development or rehabilitation of units affordable to extremely low-income households, Programs 23 and 24 to promote the Fresno County Housing Assistance Rehabilitation Program and Rental Rehabilitation Program, and Program 25 to continue code enforcement efforts to improve housing conditions in areas of need.

Homelessness
In January 2022, the Fresno-Madera Continuum of Care (FMCoC) published its Homeless Census and Survey Report (Point-in-Time [PIT]) count, which estimated 3,938 persons experiencing homelessness in Fresno County. Of that number, 1,728 persons were sheltered homeless and 2,210 were unsheltered homeless (Table 2-35, Total Unsheltered and Sheltered Homeless Count: Fresno County [2022], in Section 2: Housing Needs Assessment). Of this population, 3,397 individuals were counted in the City of Fresno and the remaining 541 in the remainder of the county.

Homeless community members in Kingsburg tend to congregate in the downtown area, particularly in downtown parks. This area of the city is in close proximity to resources such as dollar stores, the Kingsburg Senior Center, an urgent care facility, Kingsburg Community Assistance, and bus stops for FCRTA routes.

The Kingsburg Police Department is quick to respond when people experiencing homelessness are in these areas or reported elsewhere in the city, and connect these community members with services provided by Fresno County.

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1H-114 FRESNO MULTI-JURISDICTIONAL HOUSING ELEMENT | APRIL 2024 Throughout the FMCoC area, which includes Madera County, approximately 60.0 percent of the homeless population identified as male, 29.0 percent as female, and 1.0 percent as transgender. Approximately half of the population identified as Hispanic, including residents that identify as Hispanic-White or other races.

When looking at race alone, 6.0 percent identified as Native American or Alaska Native, 3.7 percent as Asian, 15.6 percent as Black or African American, 0.8 percent as Native Hawaiian or Pacific Islander, 60.6 percent as White, and 12.8 percent as multi-racial or belonging to another race. Additionally, 205 people, or 4.9 percent of the homeless population were veterans; 15.0 percent were survivors of domestic violence; and 19.0 percent had a serious mental illness. While the age of homeless persons was reported generally, it did not identify the senior population. The PIT report does not distinguish the characteristics of the homeless population in Fresno County, so it is assumed that these statistics generally represent the Fresno County population. Further, the 2022 PIT does not identify the locations of those individuals in the remainder of the county. However, in 2021, the County of Fresno released a Homelessness Update that identified 3 homeless persons in the City of Kingsburg, approximately 1.5 percent of the homeless population in the “rural informal county,” which includes the cities of Coalinga, Firebaugh, Fowler, Huron, Kerman, Kingsburg, Mendota, Orange Cove, Parlier, Reedley, Sanger, and Selma, and the unincorporated communities of Raisin City and West Park.

Table 1H-11, Demographic Characteristics of the Homeless Population, 2022, identifies the proportion of each of the protected characteristics identified in the 2022 PIT compared to the proportion of each Fresno County jurisdictions’ population, to identify whether any protected classes are disproportionately represented as part of the homeless population. The percentages for a protected characteristic population in bold are overrepresented in the homeless population compared to that jurisdiction’s total population. It is worth noting that, given the small size of the homeless population in Kingsburg, it is unlikely that all protected characteristics are represented. However, without data available at the jurisdiction level, it is assumed that the percentages of each protected class apply to the local homeless population.

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FRESNO MULTI-JURISDICTIONAL HOUSING ELEMENT | APRIL 2024 1H-115 Table 1H-11 Demographic Characteristics of the Homeless Population, 2022 Jurisdiction Veteran Mental
Disability Hispanic
Native
American/Alaska
Native
Asian Black/African
American
Native
Hawaiian/Pacific
Islander
White Other/Multiple
Races
Total Homeless 4.9% 19.0% 50.0% 6.0% 3.7% 15.6% 0.8% 60.6% 12.8% Clovis 7.0% 4.7% 32.7% 0.2% 10.7% 2.6% 0.2% 49.5% 4.0%
Coalinga 4.4% 5.1% 62.0% 2.0% 1.9% 2.9% 0.5% 28.2% 2.6% Firebaugh 1.3% 2.2% 94.1% 0.0% 0.1% 0.0% 0.0% 5.8% 0.1% Fowler 6.4% 3.9% 65.2% 0.3% 9.9% 0.4% 0.0% 19.8% 4.4%
Fresno 5.1% 6.3% 49.7% 0.5% 14.0% 6.9% 0.1% 26.1% 2.7%
Huron 1.1% 1.8% 94.5% 1.8% 0.0% 0.3% 0.0% 3.4% 0.0%
Kerman 3.9% 5.7% 81.7% 0.0% 4.4% 0.3% 0.0% 12.0% 1.4%
Kingsburg 7.0% 4.0% 47.7% 0.0% 7.9% 0.3% 0.0% 41.0% 2.7% Mendota 0.5% 2.2% 96.0% 0.1% 0.0% 0.0% 0.0% 3.6% 0.3%
Orange Cove 7.0% 2.6% 95.3% 0.0% 0.0% 1.2% 0.3% 3.0% 0.1% Parlier 1.1% 2.4% 97.7% 0.0% 0.2% 0.0% 0.0% 1.8% 0.2%
Reedley 4.1% 4.0% 79.3% 0.2% 2.3% 1.5% 0.1% 14.2% 2.4%
Sanger 3.6% 3.6% 80.5% 0.5% 3.0% 0.0% 0.3% 15.0% 0.7%
San Joaquin 0.8% 1.5% 97.5% 0.0% 0.0% 1.0% 0.0% 1.5% 0.0% Selma 3.6% 3.5% 85.0% 0.1% 1.8% 0.9% 0.0% 10.7% 1.6%
Unincorporated County 5.7% 4.8% 47.7% 0.6% 7.5% 2.0% 0.1% 39.6% 2.5% Sources: FCOG Data Packet, 2022; Fresno/Madera Continuum of Care, 2022; 2016-2020 ACS APPENDIX 1H: CITY OF KINGSBURG
1H-116 FRESNO MULTI-JURISDICTIONAL HOUSING ELEMENT | APRIL 2024 As seen in Table 1H-11, Demographic Characteristics of the Homeless the Population, 2022, all protected characteristics are overrepresented in the majority of Fresno County jurisdictions, with individuals with mental disabilities and residents that identify as Native American, Alaska Native, Black, African American, Native Hawaiian, Pacific Islander, White, or Other/Multiple Races being overrepresented in all Fresno County jurisdictions. Homelessness is often a cross-jurisdictional issue; therefore, the City participates in, and offers, several homelessness resources and programs that are available regionally, identified in Table 1H-12, Services to Address Homelessness.

Table 1H-12 Services to Address Homelessness
Service/Resource Description Operator Location
Multi-Agency Access
Program (MAP Point)
Traveling food truck and fixed
locations that provide linkage to
government resources and services
(housing, behavioral health, physical
health, food linkages, and
transportation) at no cost to all
residents of Fresno County
Fresno County
Department of
Behavioral Health
(funding)/ Kings View
Corporation (operation)
Countywide
Physical
locations:

Firebaugh,
Fowler, Fresno,
Huron, Kerman,
Mendota, Parlier,
and Reedley
Fresno County
Behavioral Health
WARM Line
Available during weekday business
hours for non-emergency emotional
and coping support for residents
throughout the county
Fresno County
Department of
Behavioral Health
Countywide
Multi-Agency
Response to
Community
Homelessness
(MARCH)
Countywide collaboration to address
homelessness through coordination of
resources regionally and crossjurisdictionally, engagement of the community, attracting private funding
to support community-specific
programs, and inclusion of rural
representatives selected by FCOG
FCOG/Jurisdictions Countywide
Turning Point of
Central California
Mental health services including a fullservice partnership program Contracted by Fresno
County Department of
Behavioral Health
Countywide
Fresno County
Department of Social
Services Homeless
Assistance
Temporary housing, permanent
housing, or arrears payments for
families eligible for CalWorks once
during a 12-month period
Fresno County
Department of Social
Services
Countywide
Catholic Charities
Clothing, shelter, diapers, a food
pantry, rent and mortgage assistance,
DMV ID vouchers, application
assistance for CalFresh and food
stamps, application assistance for
PG&E discounts, assistance with
immigration services, and senior
companionship assistance. Also has a
Rural Outreach Program to serve
residents throughout the region and
work with migrant farmworkers.

Catholic Charities
Countywide
Physical location:

City of Fresno
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FRESNO MULTI-JURISDICTIONAL HOUSING ELEMENT | APRIL 2024 1H-117 Service/Resource Description Operator Location
Emergency Housing
Voucher
Assist persons experiencing, at-risk of
becoming, or recently homeless and
those fleeing domestic violence, dating
violence, sexual assault, stalking, or
human trafficking
Fresno Housing and
FMCoC Countywide
United Way
Emergency informational services to
connect persons in need with Homeless
Prevention Programs, food and shelter
assistance, help with landlord-tenant
issues, legal services referrals, and
more
United Way Countywide
Groceries2Go
Provides grocery boxes of shelf-stable
food items through an appointmentbased system.

Central California Food
Bank Countywide
CalFresh Enrollment
Assistance
Application assistance and assistance
navigating the CalFresh process.

Central California Food
Bank Countywide
Fresh Produce
Distribution
Mobile Pantry Program and
Neighborhood Markets operating out of
self-contained vehicles that travel to
rural and remote areas throughout the
county. A schedule of distribution
locations is available online.

Central California Food
Bank Countywide
Senior Hunger
Program
Food boxes to senior-serving partners
tailored to the dietary needs of seniors.

Central California Food
Bank Countywide
Partner Feeding Sites
Provides food to over 220 sites
including churches, community centers,
and other organizations to feed hungry
residents in local neighborhoods
Central California Food
Bank Countywide
USDA Partnership Distribute food acquired by the USDA
to 47 organizations in Fresno County.

Central California Food
Bank Countywide
Fresno County Food
Map
Online service mapping locations of
feeding sites, food banks, etc. Fresno County Countywide Projects for Assistance
in Transition from
Homelessness (PATH)
Street outreach for people experiencing
or at risk of homelessness and referrals
to housing resources, medical care,
mental health counseling, and social
services.

Fresno County
Department of
Behavioral Health
(funding)/ Kings View
Corporation (operation)
Countywide
Food Bank Provides food to residents of Kingsburg
Kingsburg Community
Assistance Programs
and Services (KAPS)
Kingsburg
Rental Assistance Emergency financial rental assistance for residents of Kingsburg.

Kingsburg Community
Assistance Programs
and Services (KAPS)
Kingsburg
Drug Rehab &
Homeless Shelters
Referrals to local resources to support
residents of Kingsburg.

Kingsburg Community
Assistance Programs
and Services (KAPS)
Kingsburg
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1H-118 FRESNO MULTI-JURISDICTIONAL HOUSING ELEMENT | APRIL 2024 Emergency shelters also include Marjaree Mason Center, Fresno Rescue Mission, Evangel Home Inc., and Plaza Terrace.

To address the housing needs of the homeless population in the city and region, the City has included Program 1 to continue to participate in the countywide Housing Element Technical Committee to collaborate on housing program implementation and regional issues, including homelessness; Program 3 to work with neighboring cities, the County, and other agencies to complete a biannual Point-in-Time count and develop programs targeting homelessness, Program 8 to seek partnerships with housing developers, community stakeholders, and employers to discuss and pursue viable opportunities for providing affordable housing, including persons experiencing homelessness; Program 11 to provide financial support to organizations that assist extremely low-income households to prevent displacement and persons currently experiencing homelessness; and Program 16 to remove barriers to the provision of emergency shelters.

Farmworkers
As discussed in the Regional Assessment of Fair Housing, farmworkers are considered a special needs group because they traditionally earn low wages and often migrate between farms, resulting in many farmworkers living in overcrowded and substandard housing conditions. Although Fresno County’s overall economy has historically been largely based on agricultural operations, the number of farmworkers living in each of the jurisdictions in the county in more recent years varies depending on location, size, and diversification of their individual economic base. Further, prior to the COVID-19 pandemic, the industry started shifting toward recruiting and employing H-2A visa workers, many of whom are from Mexico and Central America. However, farmworkers are essential to Fresno County’s and Kingsburg’s economies as well as to local and national food supplies, and their needs for safe and affordable housing resources must be addressed.

The 2017 Census of Agriculture identified 330 farm operations within the 93631 zip code, which includes Kingsburg and land within unincorporated Fresno County around the city. Additionally, there are 207 farm operations to the east in the adjacent 93618 zip code in Tulare County, 91 farm operations in the 93242 zip code to the southwest in Tulare County, and 304 farm operations to the north and northwest in the 93662 zip code, which contains the City of Selma. While the farm operations in these zip codes are outside of the city of Kingsburg, it is possible that some of these facilities, particularly those closest to Kingsburg, employ farmworkers that reside or use resources in the city.

Despite its location in an active agricultural region of the county, just 5.5 percent of the labor force in Kingsburg is employed in agriculture, forestry, fishing and hunting, and mining, according to the 2016- 2020 ACS. This is a lower proportion than any other jurisdictions in Fresno County except the cities of Fresno and Clovis (see Table 2-39, Estimated Farmworkers 2020, in the HNA). While it is possible that not all the workers in this sector are engaged in farm labor, the data allow comparisons between jurisdictions and within Kingsburg to gauge segments of the population at risk of overpayment, overcrowding, substandard housing conditions, or displacement.

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FRESNO MULTI-JURISDICTIONAL HOUSING ELEMENT | APRIL 2024 1H-119 Based on the most recent (2022) farmworker employment figures collected by the California Employment Development Department (EDD), there are 96,300 farmworkers employed throughout the county, yet housing facilities for only 2,540 occupants were contracted by H2-A employers and farm operators, according to the HCD Employee Housing Facilities Permit Services database. Although this is equivalent to only about 2.6 percent of farmworker employment countywide, it is important because H2-A workers must be provided with housing accommodations. The seasonal and often migrant nature of farm labor, and accounting for undocumented workers, suggests that this these is data is likely to be under representative of the actual farmworker population because undocumented residents often do not often participate in traditional data collection methods.

The Phase 1 COVID Farmworker Survey Report by the California Institute for Rural Studies, published in February 2021, estimates that undocumented workers comprise approximately 5057 percent of agricultural workers workers statewide. They are predominantly Mexican, and the majority are Mixteco and Trique indigenous non-Spanish-speaking people. According to “In the Valley of Fear,” published in December 2018 on workingimmigrants.com/San Joaquin Valley, most of the farmworkers in the San Joaquin Valley have been working the fields for at least a decade and have established families in the vicinity of their workplace.

Between September 2021 and January 2022, Fresno County conducted a Farmworker Survey and a Farmworker Employer Survey. A second round of each survey was conducted between February 2022 and July 2022. The County surveyed 240 farmworkers and 170 farm employers. There were no respondents to the Fresno County Farmworker Survey who reported residing in Kingsburg. Countywide, 37.0 percent of the respondents reported being citizens, 38.2 percent reported being permanent residents, 16.0 percent identified their status as undocumented workers, 6.3 percent did not respond, and 1.3 percent had H-2A visa status. Due to the lack of representation of respondents residing in or near Kingsburg, a definitive determination of the proportion of undocumented workers cannot be made; therefore, the survey findings of representation of undocumented workers throughout Fresno County may apply to the farmworker population in Kingsburg and surrounding communities.

According to the EDD, the most recent data from 2014 measured median wage for farmworkers at $13.44 per hour, or approximately $25,804 per year for full-time work, with potentially lower incomes for seasonal workers without a year-round income. This is considered extremely low income, correlating with the 2019 poverty threshold of $25,750. The median income in the city of Kingsburg is $73,281, and only 4.0 percent of the population lives below the poverty threshold. While 48.3 percent of the households in the city are Hispanic, 87.0 percent of the total households in poverty in the city are Hispanic households. The findings from the Fresno County Farmworker Survey indicate that 99.6 percent of farmworkers surveyed countywide are Hispanic. When the ACS 2016-2020 data that 5.5 percent of the labor force in Kingsburg is employed in agriculture are combined with the above poverty and EDD wage data, it suggests that a portion the majority of the labor force employed in agricultural industries are Hispanic (see Table 2-10, Employment by Industry, in the HNA), and it is likely that many of these workers have incomes below the poverty threshold.

APPENDIX 1H: CITY OF KINGSBURG
1H-120 FRESNO MULTI-JURISDICTIONAL HOUSING ELEMENT | APRIL 2024 However, while the farmworker population may be small, as shown by Table 1H-13, Farmworker Housing Facilities in Kingsburg, the HCD Employee Housing Facilities Permit Services database reports 57 H-2A units with a total capacity for 321 workers contracted by H2-A contract employers and farm operators in Kingsburg and the surrounding area. While there is a low proportion of persons engaged in the agricultural industries in Kingsburg, the lack of farmworker housing facilities, except for H2-A workers, suggests that farmworkers residing in the city may have difficulty finding affordable, appropriately sized housing.

Table 1H-13 Farmworker Housing Resources in Kingsburg
Name of Facility Location # of Rooms Maximum Occupancy
H-2A Visa Farmworker Housing Facilities
Elements @ 901 904 Harold Street - Kingsburg 6 36
Motel 6-Kingsburg 401 Sierra Street - Kingsburg 22 132
Riverland 38743 SR 99 - Kingsburg 25 125
Family Tree Farms
Kings Inn 38406 SR 99 - Unincorporated 4 28
Source: HCD Employee Housing Facilities Permit Services database, January 2023.

Note: Facilities reported in operation as of 12/31/2022.

Overall, farmworker housing is available for 321 H-2A visa workers in the Kingsburg area, resulting in shortfall of units for non-H-2A farmworker households. Given the shortage of farmworker housing, many farmworkers are likely forced to pay market rate for their housing or find other options, such as sleeping in vehicles or garages. Farmworkers that are citizens and permanent residents may have access to the 273 HUD, USDA, or locally assisted affordable housing opportunities in Kingsburg, although they must compete with other lower-income households for the limited number of units. For undocumented workers, options are more limited, and a large number of farmworkers may live in spaces not intended for human habitation, such as shacks, outbuildings and sheds, and converted garages, often in severely overcrowded conditions.

Permanent resident farmworker households are included in ACS estimates and therefore part of CHAS housing need estimates. Consequently, the housing needs of lower-income farmworker households are not differentiated from other lower-income households experiencing overpayment, overcrowding, and substandard housing. With 5.5 percent of the labor force in Kingsburg reported to be employed in agricultural operations and similar fields, farmworkers may comprise a portion of extremely low- and very low-income households experiencing one or more of these housing problems. In the Fresno County Farmworker Survey, 81.7 percent of respondents countywide reported incomes below $2,500 per month, which generally corresponds to an extremely low-income household of four. Although none of the respondents identified Kingsburg as their place of residence, it is likely that farmworkers in Kingsburg earn similar wages to farmworkers countywide and face similar challenges locating affordable housing.

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FRESNO MULTI-JURISDICTIONAL HOUSING ELEMENT | APRIL 2024 1H-121 Based on socioeconomic and demographic characteristics of the farmworker population in Fresno County, it is likely that a portion of farmworkers in Kingsburg reside in older sections of the city, particularly in the vicinity of the Valkommen Village Mobile Home Park and affordable Park Kingsburg Apartments in the western portion of the city. While the median income in this block group is $63,268, approximately 32.5 percent of the households fall at or below the very low-income category, and the poverty rate is 27.0 percent, suggesting a concentration of lower-income households in correlation with the affordable multifamily complex, older housing stock, and the large mobile home park. Additionally, farmworker households may reside east of SR-99 in the central downtown and older mixed single-family, affordable multifamily complex, and small multifamily residential neighborhoods. Although a median income has not been reported for this block group, 43.0 percent of the households fall within or below the very low-income category, 30.5 percent of households have incomes below the poverty level, and 67.5 percent of households are renters. However, affordable housing opportunities not associated with assisted housing resources may also be found in the older central section of the city, directly west of SR-99, that includes older residential stock.

Citizens, noncitizens with permanent status, and H-2A visa workers are eligible for public housing, HCVs, USDA rural rental assistance, and Section 8 project-based rental assistance. Section 214 of the Housing and Community Development Act of 1980, as amended, makes certain categories of noncitizens eligible for assistance, including most categories of immigrants, but excludes unauthorized immigrants (e.g., undocumented) and those in temporary status (e.g., tourists and students). Section 214 applies to specific programs, primarily federal rental assistance programs administered by HUD and the USDA, including Public Housing, Housing Choice Voucher, Section 8 project-based rental assistance programs, and rural rental assistance. Undocumented residents are subject to eligibility requirements based on whether Section 214–covered programs are administered by HUD or USDA, which implement different regulatory treatment for mixed-status households depending on householder status. For HUD Section 214 projects, an ineligible noncitizen may reside with family members who are eligible to qualify for affordable housing (such as an undocumented single parent with U.S. citizen children or an undocumented worker married to an eligible householder), although Section 8 benefits are prorated depending on the number of undocumented household members. For USDA Section 214 projects, an undocumented householder would not be eligible to participate in the HCV program, and therefore would not qualify to live in the USDAassisted affordable multifamily housing complexes (i.e., Kingsburg Apartments, Linmar Apartments, and Park Kingsburg Apartments). However, a family with an eligible householder that includes undocumented household members (such as a U.S. citizen householder married to an undocumented worker) would qualify to reside in these properties and receive full HCV benefits. This assistance-ineligible population is considered underserved and at higher risk of overpayment, overcrowding, and displacement compounded by the legal complexities of eligibility and language barriers.

Similar to most jurisdictions in Fresno County, the majority of the residential opportunities in Kingsburg are single-family detached and attached units, which comprise 75.7 percent of the housing stock. Although

36.4 percent of multifamily units in the city are deed-restricted units, the restrictions on head of household eligibility for USDA-assisted units may further limit affordable housing opportunities for farmworkers.

However, Kingsburg has a large proportion of mobile homes (5.1 percent of the housing stock), which are APPENDIX 1H: CITY OF KINGSBURG
1H-122 FRESNO MULTI-JURISDICTIONAL HOUSING ELEMENT | APRIL 2024 naturally more affordable than single-family residential units and may serve as a valuable housing resource for workers unable to qualify for market rate or affordable rental housing, or other accommodations.

The high renter rate in the older single-family neighborhoods may support findings of the Farmworker Survey, where respondents countywide indicated their preference for single-family units regardless of owner or renter status. Countywide, 58.2 percent of survey respondents identified as renters, compared to the Kingsburg citywide rate of 35.2 percent. According to the survey, 95.6 percent of the renters responded that they desired to be homeowners. Further, 78.4 percent of the farmworker renter households consisted of three or more persons, of which 93.6 percent had resided in the U.S. for 10 or more years, 3.7 percent less than 10 years, and 2.7 did not respond. The prevalence of households with three or more persons, coupled with the longevity in the U.S. of the majority of the renters and the preference for single family unit type, further substantiate the need for housing to accommodate families. The lower proportion of owner-occupied housing units suggests that the cost of homeownership, particularly with a median home price of $451,000 in the city, is more than the majority of households in the city can pay, including farmworkers.

The average household size in Kingsburg (3.2 persons) is comparable to the county overall and slightly higher than the state average, and 17.2 percent of the households in Kingsburg have more than five persons.

Homeowner households in the city typically have a larger household size (average 3.6 persons per household) than renters (average 2.5 persons per household). The Farmworker Survey found that the average household size among farmworkers countywide was 3.9 persons, higher than conditions in Kingsburg. The average household size in the central downtown neighborhood is 2.6 persons, correlating with the higher representation of renters. The neighborhoods west of SR-99 have higher ownership rates and tend to have larger households, with an average of 3.2 persons per household. The rate of overcrowding citywide is well below the state average at 3.4 percent, and owners experience overcrowding at a higher rate than renters, which may indicate that some farmworker households or other large households are unable to find affordable housing to accommodate their household or face challenges finding adequately sized units, resulting in households sharing a dwelling or multiple family members sharing rooms. Survey results indicated that 58.4 percent of the farmworkers in the county were living in overcrowded conditions, with renter households facing greater challenges finding affordable larger options. Although a limited number of three- and four-bedroom units are available in the affordable rental complexes, much of the older housing stock have two and three bedrooms. Therefore, it is likely that farmworker households have difficulty finding appropriately sized affordable housing in Kingsburg.

In response to the observed need for continued support and housing resources for local farmworkers, the City has included Programs 10 and 11 offer technical support in applications for funding construction of farmworker housing and include a preference for farmworker households in 10 percent of new units.

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FRESNO MULTI-JURISDICTIONAL HOUSING ELEMENT | APRIL 2024 1H-123 Displacement Risk
The Urban Displacement Project, a joint research and action initiative of the University of California, Berkeley, and the University of Toronto, analyzes income patterns and housing availability to determine the level of displacement risk at the census-tract level. Levels of displacement risk range from “probable displacement” to “extreme displacement,” with four total levels of displacement risk, if displacement risk is present. The Urban Displacement Project has not identified any areas of elevated risk in Kingsburg, though the southern portion of the city has been identified as a “vulnerable community” (Figure 1H-1820, Vulnerable Community Designation). Vulnerability is defined as areas in which the share of very lowincome residents is above 20.0 percent, and the tract meets at least two of the following criteria:
▪ Share of renters is above 40.0 percent,
▪ Share of people of color is above 50.0 percent,
▪ Share of very low-income households that are severely rent burdened households is above the county median, or
▪ They or areas in close proximity have been experiencing displacement pressures.

The Urban Displacement Project defines displacement pressures as a percentage change in rent greater than the county median for rent increases. While the Urban Displacement Project does not specify the conditions that led to the vulnerability determination for Kingsburg, it can be assumed that residents of southern Kingsburg experience heightened displacement risk compared to residents elsewhere in the county due to a combination of incomes and housing prices.

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1H-124 FRESNO MULTI-JURISDICTIONAL HOUSING ELEMENT | APRIL 2024 FIGURE 1H-18 20 VULNERABLE COMMUNITY DESIGNATION
Source: University of California Berkely Urban Displacement Project, 2021; City of Kingsburg, 2023 SECTION 1H-3: LOCAL ASSESSMENT OF FAIR HOUSING
FRESNO MULTI-JURISDICTIONAL HOUSING ELEMENT | APRIL 2024 1H-125 As found in the analysis of overpayment, for-sale home costs have increased by an average of 8.7 percent annually since 2014, and rental costs have increased by an average of 5.1 percent annually since 2015. The ACS estimates that, since 2014, the median income in Kingsburg increased by an average of 3.6 percent annually, which is also reflected by a decrease in poverty from 15.0 percent of the population to 4.0 percent since 2015. When comparing change in median income to change in home prices, it appears that wages have increases at a slower rate than both ownership and rental home costs in Kingsburg, suggesting increasing displacement risk for all current and prospective residents. In comparison, countywide, median incomes have increased by approximately 4.4 percent annually and rents have increased by 3.2 percent on average. While Zillow does not report countywide home values, the ACS estimates that these have increased by 3.9 percent annually, on average. Therefore, countywide, there may be a decrease in displacement risk due to home costs. The inflated displacement risk resulting from discrepancies in wages and housing costs in Kingsburg reflects a disproportionate need for affordable options in the city.

In response to rising housing costs, the City has included several programs to promote construction of affordable housing options and facilitate mobility for lower- and moderate-income households, as identified in Table 1H-15 and throughout this Assessment.

Other Relevant Factors
In addition to the indicators analyzed previously, there are several other factors that can influence housing mobility and access to opportunity in a jurisdiction. For example, historical development patterns may have resulted in neighborhoods that are largely or exclusively made up of single-family homes, or historical discrimination may have influenced a city’s racial and ethnic composition. Further, given current market trends, newer market-rate neighborhoods may not be financially accessible to lower-income households without overpayment or overcrowding. Other factors may include public and private investment, local regulatory or economic development plans, and historical policies. Those factors that are considered relevant vary between jurisdictions and are described at the local level herein.

Land Use and Zoning Patterns
According to the 2016-2020 ACS, 75.7 percent of the housing stock in Kingsburg is single-family units, inclusive of single-family attached units, indicating a higher level of single-family zoning relative to other Fresno County jurisdictions. Duplex, triplex, and fourplex unit types make up approximately 8.1 percent of Kingsburg’s housing units. Conversely, only 11.1 percent of the housing stock consists of multifamily units in structures of five or more units. Mobile homes comprise 5.1 percent of the housing stock, with the majority of the units in the Valkommen Village Mobile Home Park.

While in most communities single-family zoning can create desirable places to live, higher entry costs associated with this housing type can pose a barrier to access for low- and moderate-income households, restricting access to economic, educational, and other opportunities that are available in higher-resource communities. In the City of Kingsburg, the majority of the city is designated high and highest resource and therefore offers more positive access to education, services, employment, and businesses resources to residents of all neighborhoods, regardless of product type. However, market values of homes in Kingsburg APPENDIX 1H: CITY OF KINGSBURG
1H-126 FRESNO MULTI-JURISDICTIONAL HOUSING ELEMENT | APRIL 2024 are higher than in all but one of the other jurisdictions in Fresno County, and while historically older units may have provided opportunities for home ownership for lower-income households, in the current market, the average single-family home price has risen to over $450,000 (Table 2-22, Home Sales Recorded in 2021-22, in Section 2: Housing Needs Assessment). Based on data presented in Table 2-24, Fresno County Ability to Pay, 2022, in Section 2: Housing Needs Assessment, even the average home in the City of Kingsburg would likely be over most of the moderate-income households’ ability to pay.

Affordable housing development typically requires high-density zones to support construction; therefore, zones limited to single dwelling units on each lot do not support affordable development. In the City of Kingsburg, the multifamily zones are clustered in certain parts of the city, with the highest-density multifamily zones primarily concentrated west of SR 99, and the medium-density residential zones along the western edge of the eastern side of the city.

As shown in Figure 1H-1213, Zoning in Kingsburg, there are three base residential zones: Residential Acreage (RA), One-Family Residential (R), and Multiple-Family Residential (RM). Within the singlefamily R zones, are three sub-categories: R-1-10, R-1-20, and R-1-7. Within the multifamily zone, there are several categories: RM-MH-5.4 which implements low- and medium-density General Plan designations, RM-5.5 and -3 which implement medium-density designations, RM-2.5 which implements high density designations and furthers redevelopmentmore affordable development, and RM-2 which also furthers affordable development by implements implementing high density designations in the central business district. Additionally, the Mixed-Use Combining District (MXU) allows for residential, commercial, and industrial base zoning districts that are within the boundaries of the City’s redevelopment project area(s), and which are designated as areas characterized by a mix of uses, blighted structures and sites, and/or inadequate street and alley improvements. Use arrangements within the areas designated MXU are to be made physically, functionally, and aesthetically compatible through site plan review, architectural design review, PUD (planned unit development) procedures, or a combination thereof, as determined by the City Council.

History of Development Patterns
As stated in the City’s 2019 Economic Profile, in 1873, the City of Kingsburg was established as a small railroad settlement on the Central Pacific Railroad Valley Line. During this time, Swedish immigrants settled in this new community called Kings River Switch. In 1908, after several name changes, the area was renamed Kingsburg and officially incorporated. By 1921, 94.0 percent of the population within three miles of the city in any direction was of Swedish-American heritage, earning the moniker of “Little Sweden.” In keeping with its Swedish heritage, the City’s design and architectural standards promote building with Swedish architectural characteristics in the core areas.

A map of Fresno County from 1923 supplied by the Progressive Map Service shows that an early (1892) subdivision map of Kingsburg includes land on both sides of the Southern Pacific Railroad. Front Street paralleled the rail line on the east side, and Simpson Street was on the west side. The original city was bound to the north by Olive Street (now Sierra Street), Burn’s Avenue on the east (now 18th Avenue); on the south by Magnolia Street (now West Kern Street); and what is now 6th Avenue Drive along the western SECTION 1H-3: LOCAL ASSESSMENT OF FAIR HOUSING
FRESNO MULTI-JURISDICTIONAL HOUSING ELEMENT | APRIL 2024 1H-127 boundary. Almost all the road names on the west side of the city have changed over the years, as well as block configurations. However, Draper Street, considered one of the main streets in the business district in the early years of the city, retains its role in the historical downtown corridor.

The original downtown on the east side of the rail line was laid out in a diagonal block pattern to align with the angle of the tracks, forming a triangle of which the longest side aligned with the railroad. The core base of the city east of the rail line originally included only a few blocks in each direction, then subsequently expanded along the north and east sides by residential blocks as families acquired property and they were added to the map, or subdivided farmland holdings. The diagonal grid was mirrored on a smaller scale on the west side of the tracks, essentially forming a square divided diagonally by the rail line.

This differentiated the commercial portion of the city, contrasting with the remainder of the city that followed a traditional axis grid pattern, and still retains the historical Swedish character in much of the architecture. With the exception of the commercial triangle, the majority of the western side of the city was small-lot residential parcels, with nine lots to a block. Today, the areas surrounding the core downtown on both sides of the rail lines include the oldest residential housing stock in the city and, although few original homes remain from pre-1900, 12.0 percent of the housing stock in the City of Kingsburg was built prior to 1939, the highest proportion of the housing stock of all Fresno County jurisdictions. The city grew northward and eastward from the downtown core and diagonally north along the rail line as farmers sold or subdivided their land. Twenty tracts south of Magnolia Street were identified on the early map, known as the Wristen Addition, of which only five have been incorporated into the city limits to date, including the Kingsburg Cemetery at the southwest corner of the city. Construction of SR 99 in 1926 altered the configuration of the western side of the core commercial area and surrounding residential block grid patterns, forming a more distinct separation between the two sides of the city.

For much of Kingsburg’s history, vineyards have been an essential part of the city’s economy. Sun-Maid Growers of California headquarters is the largest employer in the city.

Affordable housing development typically requires high-density zones to support construction; therefore, zones limited to single dwelling units on each lot generally do not support affordable development.

Medium-density multifamily zones are concentrated on the east side, where three of the five affordable housing complexes (Linmar Apartments and Kingsburg Apartments in the North Kingsburg neighborhood in the vicinity of Rafer Johnson Junior High School and Kingsburg Senior Housing on the eastern perimeter of the city adjacent to Kingsburg High School) have been developed, and small multifamily units are interspersed in the older residential neighborhoods north of the central downtown core redevelopment area.

The RM2 designation is applied within the southeastern corner and the Sierra Street fronting residential within the downtown Level 1 redevelopment area. Additionally, the RM-2 designation is found in mixed single-family and small multifamily properties surrounding the Level 2 commercial redevelopment area on the west side of SR 99 along 10th and 12th Avenues.

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1H-128 FRESNO MULTI-JURISDICTIONAL HOUSING ELEMENT | APRIL 2024 Although the highest-density zones are found on the west side of SR 99, these neighborhoods are not developed with large multifamily complexes. Rather, they are applied on densely developed small-lot single-family parcels in the vicinity of the Valkommen Village Mobile Home Park, within the eastern side of the 10th Avenue neighborhood, and in the neighborhood east of, and adjacent to, the Kingsburg Cemetery, indicating that full development density potential has not been achieved on these parcels.

Affordable housing, the Park Kingsburg Apartments, has been developed on one of the few medium-density multifamily residential parcels on the west side on East Magnolia Avenue, south of the Valkommen Mobile Home Park, with duplex units on adjoining parcels within the RM-3 designation. Although much of the higher-density multifamily zones are actually older small-lot single-family units rather than multifamily complexes, these units do provide a significant resource of more affordable units in the city, supported by diversity and median income statistics discussed in the Integration and Segregation sections. While opportunities for housing mobility exist throughout the city, there is a need for additional mixed-income integration development on the west side and higher-density multifamily housing mobility resources on the east side.

Public Investment Patterns
Public and private investment typically includes construction, maintenance, and improvements to public facilities, including infrastructure, acquisition of land, and major equipment. Historically, investment in the City of Kingsburg has been prioritized based on need and available funding, which has prevented disinvestment in any particular area of the city.

The City’s current prioritization process for capital improvement funding includes an initial review of projects that considers fiscal consequences; health and safety effects; community economic effects; feasibility; implications of deferring the project; amount of uncertainty and risk; and environmental, aesthetic, and social effects. Based on the results of this review, projects are classified as follows:
▪ Priority A – Essential. These are urgent, high-priority projects that are required to complete a major public improvement, would address an emergency, or remedy a condition dangerous to public health, welfare, and safety. Projects in this class also include those that would be needed to correct an inequitable distribution of public improvements in the past. A special effort is made to find sufficient funding for all projects in this group. ▪ Priority B – Desirable. These are high-priority projects that should be addressed as funding becomes available. These include projects that have a justifiable benefit for the community and have the validity of planning and timing that have been credibly established. ▪ Priority C – Acceptable. These are considered worthwhile projects to be considered if funding is available. These are projects that are adequately planned, but not absolutely required, and could be deferred to a subsequent year if budget reductions are necessary. ▪ Priority D – Deferrable. These are low-priority projects that are desirable but not essential and can be postponed without detriment to the provision of other services.

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FRESNO MULTI-JURISDICTIONAL HOUSING ELEMENT | APRIL 2024 1H-129 The City has taken many progressive actions in support of its downtown revitalization strategy, as described in the “Local Knowledge” section of this document. These include public investment allocations through the City of Kingsburg’s 2018-2023 Strategic Plan and annual Capital Improvement Plan (CIP) as well as City programs. Efforts to improve accessibility and services in Kingsburg, and facilitate revitalization, include:
▪ Sidewalk Installation. To improve pedestrian mobility and accessibility in the city, the City will fund construction of sidewalks along major thoroughfares and will extend the bicycle path from Stroud Avenue to Kamm Avenue.
▪ Façade and Alley Improvement Program. The City’s Economic Development Department implements this program to encourage economic investment and revitalization of buildings within eligible commercial zones to strengthen economic vitality, thus stabilizing the job market, and facilitate place-based revitalization.
▪ Micro-Grant Program. The City funds this program to provide funding for the support of improvements throughout the city, prioritizing projects that beautify public spaces or parks, support community or group programs, provide a safety benefit, improve overall quality of life in the community, and promote sustainable economic development. The intent of this program is to spur improvements to, or construction of, healthy spaces, promote a sense of community, and improve accessibility to resources for residents.
▪ Upper-Floor Residential Rehabilitation Loan Program. To increase the supply of housing in proximity to jobs, services, and retail, as well as facilitate revitalization of buildings, the City offers this loan program to assist owners of buildings in the Central Commercial Zone District to rehabilitate upper floors into high-quality rental housing. ▪ ADA Upgrades. The City will improve accessibility for residents regardless of physical abilities to access community gathering places or navigate the city by funding accessibility upgrades to the Kingsburg Branch Library, Kingsburg Senior Center, and along Smith Street.

Special assessment districts were formed to pay Mello-Roos bond payments in the early 1990s for infrastructure improvements to accommodate subdivision and commercial development in the northern portion of the city, which have been refinanced in 2015. However, these bond initiatives did not result in disinvestment in other areas of the city.

Local Knowledge
Despite population growth and demographic shifts, the City of Kingsburg has retained its unique Swedish character. City leaders have used it to attract visitors and add tourism to the city’s economic base, now marketing downtown as “Swedish Village.” Draper Street is the main street corridor, with commercial buildings dating back to the 1900s. Design guidelines require a “Swedish architectural style,” and the City’s Form Based Zoning Code encourages building forms and site plans that promote pedestrian activity. While traditional zoning codes focus first on the use of land, form-based codes prioritize the form of buildings, based on the belief that the form of buildings is more important than the use in determining community character, which is applicable in preserving the Swedish heritage in the city. Streets downtown, including Draper Street, are designed to include diagonal parking, bulb-outs at intersections to promote pedestrian APPENDIX 1H: CITY OF KINGSBURG
1H-130 FRESNO MULTI-JURISDICTIONAL HOUSING ELEMENT | APRIL 2024 safety, and well-maintained landscaping. The nearby Historical Kingsburg Train Depot was completely renovated in 2015, and a recently completed affordable multifamily senior housing project, Marion Villas Apartments, is a block off Draper Street.

In 2016, the Stone Hotel, an iconic building in the downtown, was destroyed by fire, which led community leaders and downtown merchants to acknowledge ongoing decline in the neighborhood. Most of the Swedish specialty shops and restaurants hadve gradually left the main street. Former small retail businesses had closed and were replaced by office uses or remained vacant, including one major storefront that had remained vacant for nearly 25 years. Except for restaurants, most businesses in downtown were closed on evenings and on Saturdays and Sundays.

To address the economic decline, the City implemented a public/private partnership program to reinvest in downtown buildings for the improvement of building facades and alleyways. Additionally, the City of Kingsburg has adopted a form-based code for downtown, which requires active street frontages and encourages mixed-use development in multi-story buildings. In addition to the focus on the built environment, the City adopted a Revitalization Strategy for Downtown Kingsburg in June 2017. The revitalization area is bounded by Sierra Street, 18th Avenue, and SR 99, and is bisected by Draper Street.

The commercial section of Draper Street consists of only five blocks between California Street and Sierra Street; of the five blocks, the westernmost three are the busiest, lined with shops in century-old buildings.

Physical improvement actions included:
▪ The City erected wayfinding signage to identify the downtown as a commercial focal point, and installed pedestrian light standards on the core streets of the downtown. ▪ To ensure that uses on the ground floor of structures fronting Draper Street east of California Street maximize pedestrian interaction and activity, the City considered amendments to the Downtown Form-Based Code.
▪ To integrate a mix of residential uses into the downtown, specific locations (transect zones) have been identified to promote residential uses within three-story buildings for multifamily residential, office and hotel uses, as well as specified transects where height standards are increased to five stories to maximize mixed-residential density opportunities. Additionally, the Plan identifies opportunities for mixed-use with residential unit capacity above at the northwest corner of Draper and Smith Streets, facilitating housing mobility opportunities in the downtown with access to services and commercial uses.
▪ To anchor the entry to downtown and put visitors within walking distance to the Swedish Village core, the Downtown Form-Based Code should be extended north along Simpson Street. ▪ To promote mixed-income residential mobility opportunities in the heart of the downtown, the City worked with a developer to construct a three-story, mixed-use project with active retail uses on the ground floor and ,and residential, on the upper floors on the former Stone Hotel site. This project won a regional Blueprint planning award in April 2023. Plans have been discussed to develop the former Larson’s Auto Service facility with a three-story mixed-use development with ground-floor retail so as to provide a significant marker from the northern entry to the active retail core.

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FRESNO MULTI-JURISDICTIONAL HOUSING ELEMENT | APRIL 2024 1H-131 Although the older housing units in the vicinity of the downtown are the most affordable single-family unit resource in the city, these dwellings are not maximizing the development potential of the individual lots for commercial, affordable housing complexes, and mixed-use structures with housing on second stories per the Form-Based Code. Although the greater number of affordable housing complexes have been constructed in the medium-density multifamily zoning district, the location of these properties has created a concentration of lower-income households, higher rates of populations of color, and pockets of poverty within the eastern side of the city. Therefore, the older neighborhoods surrounding the west side redevelopment area, constructed at higher densities on small lots created by the original subdivision maps, remain a resource for naturally affordable housing through housing repair and maintenance programs, accessory dwelling units (ADUs), and infill development. As the entire city, with the exception of the redevelopment area (with no TCAC/HCD designation) is TCAC/HCD designated high and highest resource, indicating that location of housing affordable to lower-income households in higher-resource designated areas is not as much an issue as positioning future affordable housing resources to achieve greater income integration in higher-income neighborhoods.

While much of the focus has been in the downtown area, the City has been actively marketing its New Development Business Incentives and is experiencing a renaissance of light industrial expansion along the Golden State Corridor.4 Approximately 430 acres of land near Golden State Boulevard and Mountain View Avenue was annexed in 2009. A large portion of land in the annexation area includes Sun-Maid, Guardian Industries, and Vie Del Grape processing plant. The City will continue to promote housing mobility opportunities at all income levels to accommodate existing and future workforces through implementation of Programs 4 and 15 to provide for a variety of housing types, among other programs as listed in Table 1H-15.

Enforcement and Outreach Capacity
Compliance with Fair Housing Laws
In addition to assessing demographic characteristics as indicators of fair housing, jurisdictions must identify how they currently comply with fair housing laws or identify programs to become in compliance. The City of Kingsburg enforces fair housing and complies with fair housing laws and regulations through a twofold process: review of local policies and codes for compliance with state law, and referral of fair housing complaints to appropriate agencies. The following identifies how the City complies with fair housing laws:
▪ Density Bonus Law (Government Code Section 65915). The City has included Program 16 to amend the density bonus ordinance to allow up to a 50.0 percent increase in project density depending on the proportion of units that are dedicated as affordable, and up to 80.0 percent for projects that are completely affordable, in compliance with state law. 4 City of Kingsburg, 2022, “New Development Business Incentives,” Economic Development, accessed October 2022. https://www.cityofkingsburg-ca.gov/171/Economic-Development.

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1H-132 FRESNO MULTI-JURISDICTIONAL HOUSING ELEMENT | APRIL 2024 ▪ No-Net-Loss (Government Code Section 65863). The City has identified a surplus of sites available to meet the Regional Housing Needs Assessment allocation. In total, the City’s surplus unit capacity is 443, composed of 85 lower-income units, 261 moderate-income units, and 97 above moderate-income units.
▪ Housing Accountability Act (HAA) (Government Code Section 65589.5). The City does not condition the approval of housing development projects for very low-, low-, or moderate-income households or emergency shelters unless specific written findings are made. Further, the City currently allows emergency shelters by-right, without limitations, in the IL zoning district. ▪ Senate Bill 35 (Government Code Section 65913.4). The City will comply with SB 35 by establishing a written policy or procedure, as well as other guidance as appropriate, to streamline the approval process and standards for eligible projects by September 2024?3June 2025. (Program 21).
▪ Senate Bill 330 (Government Code Section 65589.5). The City complies with SB 330, relying on regulations set forth in the law for processing preliminary application for housing development projects, conducting no more than five hearings for housing projects that comply with objective general plan and development standards, and making a decision on a residential project within 90 days after certification of an environmental impact report or 60 days after adoption of a mitigated negative declaration or an environmental report for an affordable housing project. The City has included Program 21 to formalize this process by establishing a written procedure to be made available on the City’s website and at public counters. ▪ California Fair Employment and Housing Act (FEHA) and Federal Fair Housing Act. The City provides protections to residents through referrals to legal assistance organizations, such as California Rural Legal Assistance, and has included Program 29 to develop Spanish-language printed materials to improve accessibility to fair housing resources for residents and establish a procedure to refer residents with fair housing questions or issues to the appropriate fair housing organization.
▪ Review Processes (Government Code Section 65008). The City reviews affordable development projects in the same manner as market-rate developments, except in cases where affordable housing projects are eligible for preferential treatment, including, but not limited to, on residential sites subject to AB 1397.
▪ Assembly Bill 686 (Government Code Section 8899.50). The City has completed this AFH and identified programs to address identified fair housing issues in Table 1H-15, Factors Contributing to Fair Housing Issues.
▪ Equal Access (Government Code Section 11135 et seq.). Upon request, the City provides translation services for all public meetings and materials and offers accessibility accommodations to ensure equal access to all programs and activities operated, administered, or funded with financial assistance from the state, regardless of membership or perceived membership in a protected class.

Kingsburg City CouncilJune 19, 2024

Kingsburg City Council
June 19, 2024