Agenda packet — La Mesa City Council, April 28, 2026

LA MESA CITY COUNCIL
AGENDA

A Regular Meeting of the City Council

Date: Tuesday, April 28, 2026, 6:00 p.m.

Location: City Council Chambers, 8130 Allison Avenue
La Mesa, California
Elected
Officials:

Mayor Mark Arapostathis
Vice Mayor Lauren Cazares
Councilmember Patricia N. Dillard
Councilmember Laura Lothian
Councilmember Genevieve Suzuki
City Treasurer Matthew Strabone
Staff: City Manager Greg Humora
City Attorney Glenn Sabine
City Clerk Megan Wiegelman
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1. CALL TO ORDER

1.1 INVOCATION - VICE MAYOR CAZARES

1.2 PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE

2. CITY MANAGER COMMENTS

3. COMMUNITY BULLETIN REPORTS

4. ADDITIONS AND/OR DELETIONS TO THE AGENDA

5. PRESENTATIONS

5.1 PROCLAIMING MAY 15, 2026 AS PEACE OFFICERS’ MEMORIAL DAY

5.2 PROCLAIMING MAY AS WATER SAFETY MONTH

5.3 SAN DIEGO COMMUNITY POWER PRESENTATION ON 2026 RATES,

POWER PROCUREMENT, AND PROGRAM OFFERINGS

6. PUBLIC COMMENTS – (TOTAL TIME – 15 MINUTES)
NOTE: In accordance with state law, an item not scheduled on the agenda may be brought forward by the general public for comment; however, the City Council will not be able to discuss or take any action on the item at this meeting.

If appropriate, the item will be referred to Staff or placed on a future agenda.

7. CONFLICT DISCLOSURES

8. PUBLIC COMMENTS ON CONSENT CALENDAR
This is the time in which members of the Council or audience may pull items from the CONSENT CALENDAR for discussion. Public Comments are also invited on Consent Calendar items.

9. CONSENT CALENDAR
(Items 9.1 through 9.4)
The Consent Calendar includes items considered to be routine. Unless discussion is requested by members of the Council or audience, all Consent Calendar items may be approved by one motion.
*If a public hearing item is part of the Consent Calendar, the public hearing shall be deemed held if the item is not removed from the Consent Calendar for discussion and possible action (Item 9.4).

Recommended Motion:

Approve Consent Calendar Items 9.1 through 9.4.

9.1 APPROVAL OF MOTION TO WAIVE THE READING OF THE TEXT OF

ALL ORDINANCES AND RESOLUTIONS AT THIS MEETING
Recommended Motion:

Approve.

9.2 APPROVAL OF THE MINUTES FOR THE CITY COUNCIL REGULAR MEETING HELD TUESDAY, APRIL 14, 2026
1 Recommended Motion:

Approve.

9.3 RESOLUTION AWARDING AGREEMENTS TO A DEBT FINANCING
TEAM CONSISTING OF URBAN FUTURES, INC., BEST BEST &
KRIEGER LLP, AND OPPENHEIMER & CO. INC. FOR POTENTIAL

PROPOSITION D BOND REFINANCING AND PROPERTY TAX

SAVINGS
9 Staff Reference: Ms. Esenwein
Recommended Motion:

Adopt Resolution.

9.4 *SAN DIEGO ASSOCIATION OF GOVERNMENTS (SANDAG) ANNUAL

ADJUSTMENT TO THE REGIONAL TRANSPORTATION

CONGESTION IMPROVEMENT PROGRAM (RTCIP) DEVELOPMENT

IMPACT FEE
17 RESOLUTION ADOPTING THE SANDAG ANNUAL ADJUSTMENT TO

THE RTCIP DEVELOPMENT IMPACT FEE TO COMPLY WITH THE
REQUIREMENTS OF SANDAG COMMISSION ORDINANCE 04-01

AND TRANSNET EXTENSION ORDINANCE AND EXPENDITURE
PLAN
Staff Reference: Mr. Throne
Recommended Motion:

Adopt Resolution.

10. ORDINANCES: FIRST READING

10.1 CONSIDERATION OF AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF LA MESA AMENDING SECTION 6.11.200(M)(3) OF

THE LA MESA MUNICIPAL CODE TO CLARIFY THE INTENT AND

AUTHORITY FOR CANNABIS DISPENSARIES TO USE THE PHRASE
"DISPENSARY" IN SIGNAGE CONTENT
22 Staff Reference: Ms. Santos
Recommended Motion:

Approve the introduction and first reading of the Ordinance.

11. ORDINANCES: SECOND READING

11.1 ELECTRICAL BICYCLE SAFETY PILOT PROGRAM ORDINANCE 26

CONSIDERATION OF AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF
THE CITY OF LA MESA ADDING CHAPTER 12.38 TO THE LA MESA

MUNICIPAL CODE TO ESTABLISH THE LA MESA ELECTRIC

BICYCLE SAFETY PILOT PROGRAM PURSUANT TO CALIFORNIA
VEHICLE CODE SECTIONS 21214.7, 312.5, AND 22651.08
Staff Reference: Ms. Lee
Recommended Motion:

Approve the second reading and adoption of the Ordinance.

12. HEARINGS

12.1 CONSIDERATION OF THE COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT BLOCK
GRANT (CDBG) PROGRAM FOR FISCAL YEAR 2027 AND A
SUBSTANTIAL AMENDMENT TO FISCAL YEAR 2025 ANNUAL

ACTION PLAN
33 Staff Reference: Ms. Santos
Recommended Motion:
(1) Review and provide input on the draft Fiscal Year (FY) 2027 Annual Action Plan and the proposed amendment to the FY 2025 Annual Action Plan; and (2) direct staff to draft and circulate for public review the FY 2027 Annual Action Plan and the FY 2025 Annual Action Plan with the proposed amendment and return to Council on May 26, 2026, for final review and approval.

13. COUNCIL INITIATED

13.1 CITY SPONSORSHIP FOR MINI MESA CIVIC LAB 131

CONSIDERATION OF APPROVAL OF CITY SPONSORSHIP FOR
MINI MESA: CIVIC LAB, INCLUDING AUTHORIZATION FOR USE OF CITY FACILITIES; STAFF SUPPORT FOR PLANNING AND ON-SITE COORDINATION; DEMONSTRATIONS AND EVENT STAFFING BY
THE LA MESA POLICE DEPARTMENT AND HEARTLAND FIRE; AND

EVENT PROMOTION THROUGH CITY COMMUNICATION

CHANNELS AND PARTNER OUTREACH - COUNCILMEMBER
SUZUKI

14. COUNCIL COMMITTEE REPORTS (3 MINUTE LIMIT)

15. AB 1234 REPORTS (GC 53232.3(d))

16. CITY ATTORNEY REMARKS

17. ADJOURNMENT
1 La Mesa City Council
Meeting Minutes
Date:

Location:

April 14, 2026, 6:00 p.m.

City Council Chambers, 8130 Allison Avenue
La Mesa, California

Present: Mayor Mark Arapostathis
Vice Mayor Lauren Cazares
Councilmember Patricia N. Dillard
Councilmember Laura Lothian
Councilmember Genevieve Suzuki
Staff: City Manager Greg Humora
Assistant City Manager Amanda Lee
City Attorney Glenn Sabine
City Clerk Megan Wiegelman
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1. CALL TO ORDER
The City Council minutes are prepared and ordered to correspond to the City Council Agenda. Agenda Items may be taken out of order during the meeting.

The Agenda Items were considered in the order presented.

Mayor Arapostathis called the meeting to order at 6:00 p.m.

1.1 INVOCATION - VICE MAYOR CAZARES

1.2 PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE

2. CITY MANAGER COMMENTS
There were no comments.

3. COMMUNITY BULLETIN REPORTS
The Mayor, Council, and staff made announcements and reported on various events taking place in the City. No action was taken.

4. ADDITIONS AND/OR DELETIONS TO THE AGENDA

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2 There were no additions or deletions to the agenda.

5. PRESENTATIONS

5.1 CERTIFICATE OF RECOGNITION FOR MS. SENIOR CALIFORNIA 2026, MAGGIE ESPINOSA
Vice Mayor Cazares presented the Certificate of Recognition to Maggie Espinosa, Ms. Senior California 2026.

5.2 PROCLAIMING APRIL 18, 2026 AS ARBOR DAY
Mayor Arapostathis read the proclamation designating April 18, 2026, as Arbor Day.

5.3 PROCLAIMING APRIL AS ART, CULTURE, & CREATIVITY MONTH Mayor Arapostathis read the proclamation declaring April as Art, Culture, and Creativity Month.

5.4 PROCLAIMING APRIL AS VOLUNTEER APPRECIATION MONTH AND APRIL 21, 2026 AS VOLUNTEER APPRECIATION DAY
Mayor Arapostathis read the proclamation declaring the month of April as Volunteer Appreciation Month and April 21, 2026, as Volunteer Appreciation Day.

6. PUBLIC COMMENTS – (TOTAL TIME – 15 MINUTES)
Barbie Wheeler spoke regarding ongoing issues related to a house on Bellflower Drive.

7. CONFLICT DISCLOSURES
There were no conflicts of interest disclosed.

8. PUBLIC COMMENTS ON CONSENT CALENDAR
Tom Ritz spoke on Item 9.9.

Neil Berger submitted a comment on Item 9.9.

9. CONSENT CALENDAR
(Items 9.1 through 9.11)
*If a public hearing item is part of the Consent Calendar, the public hearing shall be deemed held if the item is not removed from the Consent Calendar for discussion and possible action (Item 9.4).

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3 Councilmember Dillard spoke on Item 9.7.

Councilmember Lothian spoke on Items 9.5 and 9.9.

Moved By Councilmember Dillard
Seconded By Vice Mayor Cazares
Approve Consent Calendar Items 9.1 through 9.11.

For (5): Mayor Arapostathis, Vice Mayor Cazares, Councilmember Dillard, Councilmember Lothian, and Councilmember Suzuki
Approved (5 to 0)

9.1 APPROVAL OF MOTION TO WAIVE THE READING OF THE TEXT OF

ALL ORDINANCES AND RESOLUTIONS AT THIS MEETING
Approve.

9.2 APPROVAL OF THE MINUTES FOR THE CITY COUNCIL REGULAR MEETING HELD TUESDAY, MARCH 24, 2026
Approve.

9.3 RESOLUTION DIRECTING REVIEW OF THE CITY OF LA MESA

CONFLICT OF INTEREST CODE
Resolution No. 2026-036
Adopt Resolution.

9.4 *QUIMBY ACT PARKLAND DEDICATION IN-LIU FEE AND PARK

ACQUISITION AND IMPROVEMENT IMPACT FEE

RESOLUTION APPROVING THE FINDINGS FOR THE QUIMBY ACT

PARKLAND DEDICATION IN-LIEU FEE AND PARK ACQUISITION

AND IMPROVEMENT IMPACT FEE AS REQUIRED BY CALIFORNIA
GOVERNMENT CODE SECTION 66000 ET SEQ. AND

APPROPRIATING FUNDS FOR PROJECTS AS OUTLINED IN THE

PARKS MASTER PLAN
Resolution No. 2026-037
Adopt Resolution.

9.5 RATIFICATION OF DESIGN REVIEW BOARD'S APPROVAL OF
PROJECT 2025-1903 (WARM HEARTH INC.)

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4 RESOLUTION RATIFYING THE DESIGN REVIEW BOARD'S
APPROVAL OF PROJECT 2025-1903 (WARM HEARTH INC.) – A
FACADE REMODEL AT 8740-8748 LA MESA BOULEVARD (APNs
494-213-13-00, 494-213-14-00 AND 494-213-15-00) IN THE C-D-MU (GENERAL COMMMERCIAL/URBAN DESIGN OVERLAY/MIXED USE

OVERLAY) ZONE
Resolution No. 2026-038
Adopt Resolution.

9.6 RESOLUTION APPROVING AN AGREEMENT WITH ROGERS,
ANDERSON, MALODY AND SCOTT, LLP FOR FISCAL YEAR 2026

AUDIT SERVICES
Resolution No. 2026-039
Adopt Resolution.

9.7 RESOLUTION APPROVING THE SUBMITTAL OF A COMMUNITY

PROJECT FUNDING REQUEST THROUGH CONGRESSWOMAN

SARA JACOBS' OFFICE FOR THE LA MESA DRONE AS FIRST

RESPONDER PROJECT AND, IF AWARDED, AUTHORIZING THE

ACCEPTANCE AND APPROPRIATION OF THE FUNDS
Resolution No. 2026-040
Adopt Resolution.

9.8 APPROVING THE SUBMITTAL OF A GRANT APPLICATION

RESOLUTION APPROVING THE SUBMITTAL OF A GRANT

APPLICATION TO THE BOARD OF STATE AND COMMUNITY
CORRECTIONS PROPOSITION 64 PUBLIC HEALTH AND SAFETY
GRANT PROGRAM, COHORT 4, AND IF AWARDED, AUTHORIZING

THE ACCEPTANCE AND APPROPRIATION OF THE FUNDS FOR THE

PROJECT
Resolution No. 2026-041
Adopt Resolution.

9.9 RESOLUTION ACCEPTING BID 26-06, JOHNSON DRIVE DRAINAGE

IMPROVEMENT PROJECT, AWARDING A CONSTRUCTION

CONTRACT TO MJC CONSTRUCTION, AND AUTHORIZING A

BUDGET TRANSFER AND APPROPRIATION OF TRANSNET FUNDS
TO CAPITAL IMPROVEMENT PROJECT NO. 8503

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5 Resolution No. 2026-042
Adopt Resolution.

9.10 RESOLUTION AUTHORIZING CONTRACT CHANGE ORDER NO. 1 WITH HAZARD CONSTRUCTION ENGINEERING, INC. FOR BID 25-17, 2025 PAVING PROJECT, CAPITAL IMPROVEMENT PROJECT 8304
Resolution No. 2026-043
Adopt Resolution.

9.11 RESOLUTION ACCEPTING BID 26-04 AND AWARDING A
CONSTRUCTION CONTRACT FOR THE 2026 SIDEWALK INFILL

PROJECT TO MIRAMAR GENERAL ENGINEERING, CAPITAL
IMPROVEMENT PROJECT NO. 8323
Resolution No. 2026-044
Adopt Resolution.

10. ORDINANCES: FIRST READING

10.1 ELECTRIC BICYCLE SAFETY PILOT PROGRAM ORDINANCE

CONSIDERATION OF AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF
THE CITY OF LA MESA ADDING CHAPTER 12.38 TO THE LA MESA

MUNICIPAL CODE TO ESTABLISH THE LA MESA ELECTRIC

BICYCLE SAFETY PILOT PROGRAM PURSUANT TO CALIFORNIA
VEHICLE CODE SECTIONS 21214.7, 312.5, AND 22651.08
Assistant City Manager Lee provided an overview of the proposed Electric Bicycle Safety Pilot Program ordinance, including background information, key provisions of the draft ordinance, enforcement measures, e-bike seizure and release procedures, and data collection requirements.

Joseph Cryer expressed his concerns with the proposed ordinance.

An unidentified person submitted a comment regarding concerns about City priorities related to cycling regulations versus vehicle-related safety and pollution impacts.

Council questions and comments ensued.

City Attorney Sabine read the title of the ordinance.

Moved By Councilmember Suzuki
Seconded By Mayor Arapostathis

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6 Approve the introduction and first reading of the Ordinance.

For (5): Mayor Arapostathis, Vice Mayor Cazares, Councilmember Dillard, Councilmember Lothian, and Councilmember Suzuki
Approved (5 to 0)

11. COUNCIL INITIATED

11.1 CONSIDERATION OF ALLOCATING $20,000 TO UPDATE THE 2022

PARK DEVELOPMENT IMPACT FEE STUDY TO EVALUATE

POTENTIAL INCREASES TO THE QUIMBY ACT PARKLAND

DEDICATION IN-LIEU FEE AND PARK ACQUISITION AND

IMPROVEMENT FEE - MAYOR ARAPOSTATHIS
Mayor Arapostathis provided background on the history of the Park Development Impact Fee Study, noting that the City established the Quimby Act Parkland Dedication In-Lieu Fee and the Park Acquisition and Improvement Fee in 2005 to ensure new development contributes to park improvements. He explained that, although these fees have generated funding for park projects, they have not been updated since their adoption despite significant increases in development costs. Mayor Arapostathis further explained that the purpose of the request was to approve the allocation of $20,000 to update the 2022 study and return to the City Council with updated findings for consideration, including potential adjustments to both fees.

Council questions and comments ensued.

Moved By Mayor Arapostathis
Seconded By Councilmember Dillard
Approve the allocation of $20,000 to update the 2022 Park Development Impact Fee Study to evaluate potential increases to the Quimby Act Parkland Dedication In-Lieu Fee and the Park Acquisition and Improvement Fee.

For (5): Mayor Arapostathis, Vice Mayor Cazares, Councilmember Dillard, Councilmember Lothian, and Councilmember Suzuki
Approved (5 to 0)

11.2 CANNABIS DISPENSARIES SIGNAGE CONTENT

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7 CONSIDERATION OF REQUESTING STAFF TO PREPARE A DRAFT

ORDINANCE (FOR COUNCIL CONSIDERATION AND POSSIBLE

ADOPTION) CLARIFYING THE INTENT AND AUTHORITY FOR

CANNABIS DISPENSARIES TO IDENTIFY THEMSELVES AS
“DISPENSARIES” IN SIGNAGE CONTENT - VICE MAYOR CAZARES
Vice Mayor Cazares explained the purpose of the request to direct staff to prepare a draft ordinance, for Council consideration and possible adoption, clarifying the intent and authority for cannabis dispensaries to identify themselves as “dispensaries” in signage content, noting that dispensaries may be mistaken for other types of businesses due to their names and advertising, and that such clarification would help avoid confusion, particularly for minors.

Council questions and comments ensued.

Moved By Vice Mayor Cazares
Seconded By Mayor Arapostathis
Direct staff to prepare a draft ordinance, for Council consideration and possible adoption, clarifying the intent and authority for cannabis dispensaries to identify themselves as "dispensaries" in signage content.

For (5): Mayor Arapostathis, Vice Mayor Cazares, Councilmember Dillard, Councilmember Lothian, and Councilmember Suzuki
Approved (5 to 0)

11.3 CONSIDERATION OF ADDING A “BILL WALTON WAY” SIGN TO THE

SIGNPOST AT THE INTERSECTION OF LOWELL STREET AND

NORMAL AVENUE - COUNCILMEMBER DILLARD
Councilmember Dillard explained the purpose of installing a “Bill Walton Way” sign at the intersection of Lowell Street and Normal Avenue, in recognition of Bill Walton (1952–2024), a Hall of Fame basketball player, broadcaster, and proud La Mesa native. She noted that Bill Walton was inducted into the Naismith Memorial Basketball Hall of Fame in 1993, won two NBA championships in 1977 and 1986, and earned the NBA Most Valuable Player award in 1978. Councilmember Dillard further highlighted that he was a two-time NCAA champion with UCLA and was born and raised in La Mesa.

Council questions and comments ensued.

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8 Marla Phelps expressed her appreciation and admiration for Bill Walton.

Council questions and comments continued.

Moved By Councilmember Dillard
Seconded By Mayor Arapostathis
Approve adding a "Bill Walton Way" sign to the signpost at the intersection of Lowell Street and Normal Avenue.

For (5): Mayor Arapostathis, Vice Mayor Cazares, Councilmember Dillard, Councilmember Lothian, and Councilmember Suzuki
Approved (5 to 0)

12. COUNCIL COMMITTEE REPORTS (3 MINUTE LIMIT)
The Mayor and Council reported on various outside boards, commissions, and committee meetings they attended. No action was taken.

13. AB 1234 REPORTS (GC 53232.3(d))
There were no reports.

14. CITY ATTORNEY REMARKS
There were no remarks.

15. ADJOURNMENT
Mayor Arapostathis adjourned the meeting at 7:16 p.m.
_________________________
City Clerk

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REPORT to the MAYOR and MEMBERS of the CITY COUNCIL
From the CITY MANAGER
DATE: April 28, 2026
SUBJECT: RESOLUTION AWARDING AGREEMENTS TO A DEBT

FINANCING TEAM CONSISTING OF URBAN
FUTURES, INC., BEST BEST & KRIEGER LLP, AND
OPPENHEIMER & CO. INC. FOR POTENTIAL

PROPOSITION D BOND REFINANCING AND

PROPERTY TAX SAVINGS
ISSUING DEPARTMENT: Finance
Recommendation:

Staff recommends that the City Council adopt a Resolution to award agreements to a debt financing team consisting of Urban Futures, Inc., Best Best & Krieger LLP, and Oppenheimer & Co. Inc. for the potential refinancing of Proposition D bonds.

Fiscal Impact:

This action has no immediate fiscal impact. If the recommended awards are approved, staff will return to the City Council with a proposed General Obligation (GO) Bond refunding issuance. If the GO Bond is approved, all work by the debt financing team will be funded through the refunding process. Any bond refinancing would result in future property tax savings for residents and businesses.

City’s Strategic Goals:
 Ensure a strong financial outlook through careful planning, sustainable service levels, and fiscal sustainability.

BACKGROUND:

La Mesa voters approved Proposition D, the Fire, Police and Emergency Services Bond Measure, on March 2, 2004, with a 76.7 percent affirmative vote. The approval authorized

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Report to Mayor and Councilmembers
Date: April 28, 2026
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the City to issue $25 million of General Obligation Bonds for needed improvements to fire and police stations. Proceeds enabled La Mesa to make enhancements to Public Safety facilities to include construction of Fire Station 11, retrofit of Fire Station 13, and construction of the La Mesa Police Station. The City issued two series of bonds, Series A in 2004 for $19 million and Series B in 2008 for $6 million, each with a 35-year repayment schedule and carrying an interest rate of approximately five percent for Series A and four percent for Series B. The original Proposition D bonds (both Series A and B) are General Obligation Bonds and are repaid solely from property taxes levied by the County of San Diego on all taxable property located in the City.

The City Council later authorized the issuance of refunding bonds (Series 2016) on October 25, 2016, at a significantly lower interest rate to provide long term debt service savings over the life of the bonds to the City's property taxpayers. Proceeds from the issuance were used to terminate the previous Proposition D bonds and remaining funds were held for future debt service payments. Additional refunding is available, and it may provide additional savings if the City proceeds with a refunding issuance in the next few months.

The Debt Management Policy (Policy F-14), created in 2019, provides guidelines for debt issuance and management to support the City’s mission of providing responsive and high-quality public services and ensuring that the City of La Mesa remains financially selfsustaining and fiscally strong. The policy authorizes the Director of Finance to select a debt financing team consisting of a financial advisor, bond counsel, and underwriter to coordinate the administration and issuance of debt. The team is selected through a Request for Proposals (RFP) process, which allows professional firms to submit proposals outlining their experience, qualifications and costs.

DISCUSSION:

On March 6, 2026, the City issued three Requests for Proposals (RFPs). RFP 26-07 for Financial Advisor Services received four proposals, RFP 26-08 for Bond Counsel Services received six proposals, and RFP 26-09 for Underwriting Services received six proposals. All sixteen proposals came from different professional firms and all were considered responsive to the requests. A City staff evaluation team reviewed each proposal and determined that one firm for each RFP offered the best overall proposal based on stated requirements, relevant experience and qualifications, and proposed cost:
 Urban Futures, Inc. for financial advisor
 Best Best & Krieger LLP for bond counsel
 Oppenheimer & Co. Inc. for underwriting
Agreements for the financial advisor and bond counsel are set for four years with an

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Report to Mayor and Councilmembers
Date: April 28, 2026
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option to renew for an additional four years. The underwriting agreement is set for one year to support the GO Bond refunding process. For any future debt financing, the City selects an underwriter through a new RFP process.

CONCLUSION:

Staff recommends that the City Council adopt the Resolution to award agreements to a debt financing team consisting of Urban Futures, Inc., Best Best & Krieger LLP, and Oppenheimer & Co. Inc. to explore La Mesa resident and business property tax financial savings opportunities through Proposition D general obligation bond refunding.

Reviewed by: Respectfully submitted by:
____________________ ____________________________
Greg Humora Shannon Esenwein
City Manager Director of Finance
___________________
Scott Munzenmaier
Purchasing Officer
Attachments: A. Resolution
B. Proposal Scoring Summaries

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RESOLUTION NO. 2026-

RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF LA MESA AWARDING

AGREEMENTS TO A DEBT FINANCING TEAM CONSISTING OF URBAN FUTURES, INC., BEST BEST & KRIEGER LLP, AND OPPENHEIMER & CO. INC.

FOR POTENTIAL PROPOSITION D BOND REFINANCING AND PROPERTY

TAX SAVINGS
WHEREAS, the City of La Mesa has a strategic goal to maintain a community where residents and visitors feel safe;
WHEREAS, La Mesa voters approved Proposition D, the Fire, Police and Emergency Services Bond Measure, on March 2, 2004, and the City Council later authorized the issuance of refunding bonds (Series 2016) on October 25, 2016, at a significantly lower interest rate; WHEREAS, additional refunding is currently available, which could provide additional savings;
WHEREAS, the City’s Debt Management Policy authorizes the Director of Finance to select a debt financing team consisting of a financial advisor, bond counsel, and underwriter; WHEREAS, the City issued three Requests for Proposals (RFPs) on March 6, 2026, and received sixteen responsive proposals from various professional firms; and the evaluation team determined that one firm for each RFP submitted the best proposal based on the requirements, relevant experience and qualifications, and proposed cost:
 Urban Futures, Inc. for financial advisor
 Best Best & Krieger LLP for bond counsel
 Oppenheimer & Co. Inc. for underwriting; and
WHEREAS, agreements for the financial advisor and bond counsel are set at four years with an option to renew for an additional four years and the agreement for underwriting is set at one year to support the bond refunding process.

NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT AND IT IS HEREBY RESOLVED by the City Council of the City of La Mesa, California, that the City Council intends to award RFP 26-07 for Financial Advisor Services to Urban Futures, Inc., RFP 26-08 for Bond Counsel Services to Best Best & Krieger LLP, and RFP 26-09 for Underwriting Services to Oppenheimer & Co. Inc.

PASSED AND ADOPTED at a Regular meeting of the City Council of the City of La Mesa, California, held the 28th day of April, 2026, by the following vote, to wit:

AYES:

NOES:

ABSENT:

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CERTIFICATE OF CITY CLERK
I, MEGAN WIEGELMAN, City Clerk of the City of La Mesa, California, do hereby certify the foregoing to be a true and exact copy of Resolution No. 2026- , duly passed and adopted by the City Council of said City on the date and by the vote therein recited.

MEGAN WIEGELMAN, CMC, City Clerk
(SEAL OF CITY)

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RFP 26-07, Financial Advisor Services
Section WeightEvaluator SCORE SCORE SCORE SCOREStatement of Experience & Qualifications 50% 37 39 45 48References 25% 25 25 25 25Cost Schedule 25% 20 22 19 25TOTAL 100% 82 86 89 98 RANK 4321
KNN Public Finance,
LLC
Kosmont
Transactions
Services, Inc.

NHA Advisors, LLC Urban Futures, Inc

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RFP 26-08, Bond Counsel Services
Section WeightEvaluator SCORE SCORE SCORE SCORE SCORE SCOREStatement of Experience & Qualifications 50% 39 37 33 32 31 28References 25% 25 25 25 25 25 25Cost Schedule 25% 22 25 22 19 15 24TOTAL 100% 86 87 80 76 71 77 RANK 213564
Stradling Yocca
Carlson & Rauth
Orrick, Herrington &
Sutcliffe LLP Aleshire & Wynder Best Best & Krieger LLP Norton Rose Fulbright US LLP Hawkins Delafield & Wood LLP

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RFP 26-09, Underwriting Services
Section WeightEvaluator SCORE SCORE SCORE SCORE SCORE SCOREStatement of Experience & Qualifications 50% 31 34 34 34 32 34References 25% 25 25 25 25 25 25Cost Schedule 25% 0 17 21 25 20 24TOTAL 100% 56 76 80 84 77 83 RANK 653142
Piper Sandler & Co. Stifel Blaylock Robert Van, LLC BofA Securities, Inc. Oppenheimer & Co. Inc. Hilltop Securities Inc.

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REPORT to the MAYOR and MEMBERS of the CITY COUNCIL
From the CITY MANAGER
DATE: April 28, 2026
SUBJECT: ADOPTING THE SAN DIEGO ASSOCIATION OF

GOVERNMENTS (SANDAG) ANNUAL ADJUSTMENT

TO THE REGIONAL TRANSPORTATION

CONGESTION IMPROVEMENT PROGRAM (RTCIP)

DEVELOPMENT IMPACT FEE TO COMPLY WITH THE

REQUIREMENTS OF SANDAG COMMISSION
ORDINANCE 04-01 AND TRANSNET EXTENSION

ORDINANCE AND EXPENDITURE PLAN
ISSUING DEPARTMENT: Public Works
Recommendation:

That the City Council adopt the resolution adopting the SANDAG annual adjustment to the Regional Transportation Congestion Improvement Program Development Impact Fee (RTCIP) development impact fee for the fiscal year 2027.

Fiscal Impact:

The current fee is $3,047.57. Effective July 1, 2026, the City would collect $3,109.88 per dwelling unit for each new residence constructed in La Mesa. If the City does not comply with the RTCIP adjustments, La Mesa may lose its TransNet funding for local road improvements.

City’s Strategic Goals:
 Invest in infrastructure to serve the needs of the community.

BACKGROUND:

The TransNet Extension Ordinance and Expenditure Plan, also known as SANDAG Commission Ordinance 04-01, requires each local San Diego County agency to collect fees from private sector development to the RTCIP for each newly constructed residential unit beginning July 1, 2008. The program aims to ensure that new development invests

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in the region’s transportation system to offset the impact of growth on congestion and mobility.

In compliance with the TransNet Extension Ordinance and Expenditure Plan and the RTCIP Impact Fee Nexus Study, the City Council adopted Ordinance 2008-2791 on May 13, 2008, establishing the City’s residential traffic impact mitigation fee program and authorizing the collection of RTCIP fees. Revenue collected through the residential traffic impact mitigation fee program must be used on the regional arterial streets in La Mesa to construct transportation improvements such as new roadways, turning lanes, traffic signal coordination, bike lanes, sidewalks, and other transportation improvements.

The regional transportation system is comprised of streets that create vital links through communities to freeways. This system of streets is defined as the Regional Arterial System. The following La Mesa streets are classified as regional arterials: 70th Street, El Cajon Boulevard, Fletcher Parkway, Grossmont Center Drive, Jackson Drive, La Mesa Boulevard from the eastern intersection with University Avenue to I-8, Lake Murray Boulevard, Massachusetts Avenue, Spring Street, and University Avenue.

DISCUSSION:

The Transnet Extension Ordinance requires that the RTCIP fee charged by local jurisdictions be adjusted every year on July 1 to ensure the RTCIP retains its purchasing power to improve the regional arterial system. The adjustment shall not exceed the percentage increase set forth in the construction cost index published by the Engineering News Record or a similar cost of construction index. In no case, however, shall the increase be less than two percent per year.

SANDAG staff evaluated construction cost trends and relevant indices, and based on this analysis, the SANDAG Board of Directors approved a +2% fee adjustment at its meeting on February 27, 2026, raising the minimum RTCIP fee from $3,047.57 to $3,109.88.

CONCLUSION:

Staff recommends that the City Council approve SANDAG’s annual adjustment to the development impact fee for the Regional Transportation Congestion Improvement Program, setting the fee at $3,109.88 to be collected for each newly constructed residential unit for the fiscal year 2027.

Reviewed by: Respectfully submitted by:
____________________ ____________________________
Greg Humora Michael Throne, PE
City Manager Director of Public Works

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Attachments: A. Resolution – FY27 RTCIP Fee Adjustment

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ATTACHMENT A
RESOLUTION NO. 2026-__

RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF LA MESA ADOPTING

THE SAN DIEGO ASSOCIATION OF GOVERNMENTS (SANDAG) ANNUAL

ADJUSTMENT TO THE REGIONAL TRANSPORTATION CONGESTION

IMPROVEMENT PROGRAM (RTCIP) DEVELOPMENT IMPACT FEE TO

COMPLY WITH THE REQUIREMENTS OF SANDAG COMMISSION
ORDINANCE 04-01 AND TRANSNET EXTENSION ORDINANCE AND

EXPENDITURE PLAN
WHEREAS, the City of La Mesa has a strategic goal to invest in infrastructure to serve the needs of the community;
WHEREAS, SANDAG Commission Ordinance 04-01 and the TransNet Extension Ordinance and Expenditure Plan requires that each local agency in San Diego County contribute exactions from the private sector to the Regional Transportation Congestion Improvement Program (RTCIP) for each newly constructed residential housing unit; WHEREAS, said exactions are intended to ensure that future development contributes its proportional share of the funding needed to pay for the Regional Arterial System and related regional transportation facility improvements as defined in the SANDAG Regional Transportation Plan;
WHEREAS, SANDAG commissioned the RTCIP Impact Fee Nexus Study to assist local agencies in complying with the legal requirements governing development impact fees in California;
WHEREAS, Ordinance No. 2008-2791 establishes a residential traffic impact mitigation fee program for the City of La Mesa in compliance with the requirements of SANDAG Commission Ordinance 04-01, the TransNet Extension Ordinance and Expenditure Plan and the RTCIP Impact Fee Nexus Study;
WHEREAS, any revenue collected by the City of La Mesa through the residential traffic impact mitigation fee program must be used on the Regional Arterial System to construct transportation improvements such as new or widened arterial roadways, turning lanes, traffic signal coordination and other traffic improvements;
WHEREAS, the TransNet Extension Ordinance and Expenditure Plan requires that the amount collected by each local agency be increased on July 1 of each year; WHEREAS, the amount of the increase shall not exceed the percentage increase set forth in the Engineering Construction Cost Index published by the Engineering News Record or similar cost of construction index and in no event shall the increase be less than two percent per year; WHEREAS, Resolution No. 2025-038 set the residential traffic impact mitigation fee beginning July 1, 2025, at three thousand forty-seven dollars and fifty-seven cents ($3,047.57), for newly constructed residential housing units, in compliance with the SANDAG RTCIP Fee Nexus Study; and

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ATTACHMENT A
WHEREAS, the SANDAG Board of Directors approved a 2 percent increase to the residential traffic impact mitigation fee, raising the fee to three thousand one hundred nine dollars and eighty-eight cents ($3,109.88) at their meeting held on February 27, 2026.

NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT AND IT IS HEREBY RESOLVED by the City Council of the City of La Mesa, California, that the traffic impact mitigation fee effective July 1, 2026, shall be three thousand one hundred nine dollars and eighty-eight cents ($3,109.88).

PASSED AND ADOPTED at a Regular meeting of the City Council of the City of La Mesa, California, held the 28
th day of April 2026, by the following vote, to wit:

AYES:

NOES:

ABSENT:

MEGAN WIEGELMAN, CMC, City Clerk
(SEAL OF CITY)

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REPORT to the MAYOR and MEMBERS of the CITY COUNCIL
From the CITY MANAGER
DATE: April 28, 2026
SUBJECT: AN ORDINANCE AMENDING LA MESA MUNICIPAL
CODE 6.11.200 (M)(3).

DESCRIPTION: AN ORDINANCE AMENDING SECTION 6.11.200(M)(3)

OF THE LA MESA MUNICIPAL CODE TO CLARIFY THE

INTENT AND AUTHORITY FOR CANNABIS
DISPENSARIES TO USE THE PHRASE “DISPENSARY”

IN SIGNAGE CONTENT (FIRST READING)
ISSUING DEPARTMENT: Community Development
Recommendation:

Staff recommends that the City Council introduce for the first reading an ordinance amending Section 6.11.200(M)(3) of the La Mesa Municipal Code to clarify the intent and authority for cannabis dispensaries to use the phrase “dispensary” in signage content.

Fiscal Impact:

There is no direct fiscal impact associated with this item.

City’s Strategic Goals:
 Maintain a community where residents and visitors feel safe.

Environmental Review:

The project is exempt from the California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA) pursuant to CEQA Guidelines Section 15061(b)(3) (Common Sense Exemption) because the proposed ordinance amendment clarifying the intent and authority for cannabis dispensaries to use the phrase ‘dispensary’ in signage content would be

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considered a minor refinement that does not authorize new physical development or changes in land use density.

BACKGROUND:

On April 14, 2026, the City Council directed staff to prepare a draft ordinance, for Council consideration and possible adoption, clarifying the intent and authority for cannabis dispensaries to identify themselves as “dispensaries” in signage content.

DISCUSSION:

At times, cannabis dispensaries have been mistaken for other types of business due to their unique names and advertising (e.g., Cookies mistaken for a bakery). To avoid this confusion, especially related to minors, the proposed ordinance would amend Section

6.11.200(M)(3) to clarify that the phrase “dispensary” may be used in signage content for retail commercial cannabis businesses.

The amended language would read as follows:
“Business identification signage shall be limited to that needed for identification only and shall not contain any logos or information that identifies, advertises, or lists the services or the products offered; however, notwithstanding any provision in this code, the phrase ‘dispensary’ may be used in signage content. Properly permitted signs in existence at the time of adoption of this ordinance that do not comply with this provision may remain in place. Such signs may be maintained as originally permitted, but any new or replacement sign must comply with this provision.”
CONCLUSION:

Staff recommends the City Council introduce for first reading an ordinance amending Section 6.11.200(M)(3) of the La Mesa Municipal Code, clarifying the intent and authority of cannabis dispensaries to use the phrase “dispensary” in signage content.

Reviewed by: Respectfully submitted by:
____________________ ____________________________
Greg Humora Lynnette Santos
City Manager Director of Community Development
Attachments:

1. Ordinance Amending LMMC Section 6.11.200(M)(3) (First Reading)

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ORDINANCE NO. 2026-

AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF LA MESA AMENDING SECTION 6.11.200(M)(3) OF THE LA MESA MUNICIPAL CODE TO

CLARIFY THE INTENT AND AUTHORITY FOR CANNABIS DISPENSARIES TO USE THE PHRASE “DISPENSARY” IN SIGNAGE CONTENT
WHEREAS, at times, cannabis dispensaries are mistaken for other types of businesses due to their unique names and advertising (e.g., Cookies mistaken for a bakery); and WHEREAS, to avoid this confusion, especially relating to minors, the Council desires to amend La Mesa Municipal Code Section 6.11.200(M)(3) to clarify the intent and authority for cannabis dispensaries to use the phrase “dispensary” in signage content.

NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT AND IT IS HEREBY ORDAINED by the City Council of the City of La Mesa, California as follows:

SECTION 1: Section 6.11.200(M)(3) of the La Mesa Municipal Code is hereby amended to read as follows:
“Business identification signage shall be limited to that needed for identification only and shall not contain any logos or information that identifies, advertises, or lists the services or the products offered; however, notwithstanding any provision in this code, the phrase ‘dispensary’ may be used in signage content. Properly permitted signs in existence at the time of adoption of this ordinance that do not comply with this provision may remain in place. Such signs may be maintained as originally permitted, but any new or replacement sign must comply with this provision.”
SECTION 2: This Ordinance shall be effective 30 days after its adoption and the City Clerk shall certify to the adoption of this Ordinance. The City Clerk is hereby authorized to use summary publication procedures pursuant to Government Code Section 36933 utilizing a newspaper of general circulation published in the City of La Mesa.

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INTRODUCED AND READ at a Regular meeting of the City Council of the City of La Mesa, California, held the 28th day of April 2026, and thereafter PASSED AND ADOPTED at a Regular meeting of said City Council held the 12th day of May 2026, by the following vote, to wit:

AYES:

NOES:

ABSENT:

APPROVED:
__________________________
MARK ARAPOSTATHIS, Mayor
ATTEST:
___________________________________
MEGAN WIEGELMAN, CMC, City Clerk

CERTIFICATE OF CITY CLERK
I, MEGAN WIEGELMAN, City Clerk of the City of La Mesa, California, do hereby certify the foregoing to be a true and correct copy of Ordinance No. 2026- , duly passed and adopted by the City Council of said City on the date and by the vote therein recited and that the same has been duly published according to law.

MEGAN WIEGELMAN, CMC, City Clerk
(SEAL OF CITY)

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DATE: April 28, 2026
TO: Mayor and Members of the City Council
FROM: Megan Wiegelman, City Clerk
VIA: Greg Humora, City Manager
SUBJECT: CONSIDERATION OF AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF LA MESA ADDING CHAPTER 12.38 TO THE LA MESA

MUNICIPAL CODE TO ESTABLISH THE LA MESA ELECTRIC BICYCLE

SAFETY PILOT PROGRAM PURSUANT TO CALIFORNIA VEHICLE
CODE SECTIONS 21214.7, 312.5, AND 2265
At the Council meeting of April 14, 2026, the Council unanimously approved the introduction and first reading of the Ordinance adding Chapter 12.38 to the La Mesa Municipal Code to establish the La Mesa Electric Bicycle Safety Pilot Program pursuant to California Vehicle Code Sections 21214.7, 312.5, and 22651.08.

Staff recommends the Council approve the second reading and adoption of the Ordinance.

Attachment: A. Draft Ordinance

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ORDINANCE NO. 2026-__

AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF LA MESA ADDING CHAPTER 12.38 TO THE LA MESA MUNICIPAL CODE TO ESTABLISH THE

LA MESA ELECTRIC BICYCLE SAFETY PILOT PROGRAM PURSUANT TO CALIFORNIA VEHICLE CODE SECTIONS 21214.7, 312.5, AND 22651.08 WHEREAS, the California Legislature enacted California Vehicle Code section 21214.7 to establish the “San Diego Electric Bicycle Safety Pilot Program,” authorizing local authorities within San Diego County to prohibit operation of Class 1 and Class 2 electric bicycles by persons under 12 years of age;
WHEREAS, California Vehicle Code section 312.5 defines “electric bicycle,” sets statewide classifications for Class 1, Class 2, and Class 3 electric bicycles, and identifies vehicles that are not electric bicycles pursuant to state law (as amended by Stats. 2024, Ch. 791 (Senate Bill 1271), effective January 1, 2025);
WHEREAS, Assembly Bill 875 (2023–2024) added California Vehicle Code section 22651.08, authorizing peace officers to remove non-compliant electric-motor vehicles and Class 3 electric bicycles operated unlawfully, and established procedures for seizure, release, administrative cost recovery, and safety-course requirements; WHEREAS, the City seeks to enhance public safety, reduce collisions involving electric bicycles, clarify local operating rules consistent with state law, and implement data collection and public information efforts required by state law; and
WHEREAS, the City finds that adoption of this Ordinance is necessary and appropriate to protect the health, safety, and welfare of residents and visitors, particularly children, while maintaining consistency with state law.

NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT AND IT IS HEREBY ORDAINED by the City Council of the City of La Mesa, California as follows:

SECTION 1: The City Council finds and determines that the foregoing recitals are true and correct and hereby adopts such recitals as findings.

SECTION 2: The City Council desires to add a new Chapter 12.38 entitled “The La Mesa Electric Bicycle Safety Pilot Program Pursuant to California Vehicle Code Sections 21214.7, 312.5, and 22651.08”, to the La Mesa Municipal Code as follows:
“Chapter 12.38

THE LA MESA ELECTRIC BICYCLE SAFETY PILOT PROGRAM PURSUANT TO CALIFORNIA VEHICLE CODE SECTIONS 21214.7, 312.5, AND 22651.08

12.38.010 Authority

12.38.020 Definitions

12.38.030 Operation by Persons Under 12 – Prohibited

12.38.040 Enforcement; Violations; Penalties

12.38.050 Removal and Seizure of Vehicles

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12.38.060 Data Collection and Reporting

12.38.070 Public Information Campaign

12.38.080 Sunset; Pilot Program Expiration

12.38.090 Severability

12.38.010 Authority.

This Chapter is adopted pursuant to:

A. California Vehicle Code Section 21214.7.

B California Vehicle Code Section 312.5.

C California Vehicle Code Section 22651.08

12.38.020 Definitions.

The following words and phrases, whenever used in this chapter, shall have the meanings defined in this section:

A. “Electric bicycle” means a bicycle equipped with fully operable pedals and an electric motor that does not exceed 750 watts of power. (Veh. Code § 312.5(a)) (1) A “class 1 electric bicycle,” or “low-speed pedal-assisted electric bicycle,” is a bicycle equipped with a motor that provides assistance only when the rider is pedaling, that is not capable of exclusively propelling the bicycle, except as provided in paragraph (4), that ceases to provide assistance when the bicycle reaches the speed of 20 miles per hour, and that is not capable of providing assistance to reach speeds greater than 20 miles per hour. (Veh. Code § 312.5(a)(1))
(2) A “class 2 electric bicycle,” or “low-speed throttle-assisted electric bicycle,” is a bicycle equipped with a motor that may be used exclusively to propel the bicycle, and that is not capable of providing assistance when the bicycle reaches the speed of 20 miles per hour. (Veh. Code § 312.5(a)(2))
(3) A “class 3 electric bicycle,” or “speed pedal-assisted electric bicycle,” is a bicycle equipped with a motor that provides assistance only when the rider is pedaling, that is not capable of exclusively propelling the bicycle, except as provided in paragraph (4), and that ceases to provide assistance when the bicycle reaches the speed of 28 miles per hour, and equipped with a speedometer. (Veh. Code § 312.5(a)(3))
(4) A class 1 or class 3 electric bicycle may have start assistance or a walk mode that propels the electric bicycle on motor power alone, up to a maximum speed of 3.7 miles per hour. (Veh. Code § 312.5(a)(4))
B. “Electric Bicycle Safety and Training Program” means a bicycle-safety education course that includes instruction on electric bicycle classifications, age restrictions, safe operation, helmet requirements, traffic laws, and roadway hazard awareness, and that is approved by the City Manager for purposes of this Chapter. The program may be administered by the City, a local nonprofit, or any other qualified provider approved by the City Manager.

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12.38.030 Operation by Persons Under 12 – Prohibited
A person under 12 years of age shall not operate a Class 1 or Class 2 electric bicycle within the City’s boundaries.

12.38.040 Enforcement; Violations; Penalties
A. For the first sixty (60) days following the effective date of the Chapter, any violation of Section 12.38.030 shall be punishable by issuance of a warning notice.

B. After the first sixty (60) days following the effective date, any violation of Section

12.38.030 shall constitute an infraction punishable by a fine of twenty-five dollars ($25).

C. No record of the action shall be transmitted to the court, and no fee shall be imposed upon a citation for this infraction if the parent or legal guardian of the violator delivers proof to the City within one hundred twenty (120) days after issuance of the citation that the violator has completed an Electric Bicycle Safety and Training Program.

D. If an unemancipated minor violates Section 12.38.030, the parent or legal guardian with control or custody of the minor shall be jointly and severally liable for the amount of the fine imposed pursuant to this Section.

12.38.050 Removal and Seizure of Vehicles
A. Authority to Remove. Pursuant to California Vehicle Code section 22651.08, a peace officer may remove a vehicle located within the City under any of the following circumstances:
(1) A person is operating a vehicle with fewer than four wheels that:
a. Does not meet the definition of an electric bicycle set forth in California Vehicle Code section 312.5;
b. Is powered by an electric motor capable of exclusively propelling the vehicle in excess of 20 miles per hour; and
c. Is being operated by a person who is not licensed to operate the vehicle. (2) A person is operating a Class 3 electric bicycle in violation of California Vehicle Code section 21213(a).

B. Administrative Cost Recovery. The City may establish, by ordinance or resolution, charges equal to its actual administrative costs for the removal, seizure, and storage of a vehicle removed under this section.
(1) An administrative cost recovery fee shall apply to the removal, seizure, or storage of any vehicle under this chapter, in the amount set forth in the City’s adopted cost recovery fee schedule.
(2) The City Council may establish or amend such fees by resolution. (3) The current schedule of applicable fees shall be posted conspicuously on the City’s public website.

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C. Release of Seized Vehicles. Vehicles seized under this section shall be released to the owner, violator, or their agent after a minimum of forty-eight (48) hours, provided that:
(1) The request for release is made during normal business hours; and (2) All applicable removal, seizure, and storage costs have been paid.

D. Safety Course Requirement as a Condition of Release. For vehicles removed pursuant to subdivision (A)(2), the City may require the owner, violator, or the parent or legal guardian of the violator to provide proof of completion of an Electric Bicycle Safety and Training Program approved by the City as a condition of release.

12.38.060. Data Collection and Reporting.

The City shall collect and maintain all enforcement data required by California Vehicle Code section 21214.7(d) in connection with this Chapter and shall transmit such data in accordance with Government Code Section 9795. The required data shall include:

A. The total number of traffic stops initiated for violations of this chapter.

B. The results of those traffic stops, including whether a warning or citation issued, property seized, or an arrest made.

C. The number of times a person was stopped for allegedly operating a Class 1 or Class 2 electric bicycle while under 12 years of age but found to be over the age limit.

D. If a warning or citation was issued, a description of the warning or violation cited.

E. If an arrest or traffic stop was made, the offense cited by the officer and the perceived race or ethnicity, gender, and approximate age of the person stopped, provided that the identification of these characteristics is solely based on the observation and perception of the peace officer who initiated the traffic stop.

F. The actions taken by peace officer during a traffic stop, including but not limited to:
(1) Whether the peace officer requested consent to search the person and, if so, whether consent was provided.
a. Whether the peace officer asked for consent to search the person and, if so, whether consent was provided.
b. Whether the peace officer searched the person or property, and, if so, the basis for the search and the type of contraband or evidence discovered. c. Whether the peace officer seized property and, if so, the type of property that was seized and the basis for seizing the property.

G. The number of times a person opted to complete, and completed, an Electric Bicycle Safety and Training Program in lieu of paying a fine.

H. The number of times a person under 12 years of age was operating an electric bicycle and involved in a crash resulting in a permanent, serious injury as defined in California Vehicle Code section 20001, or a fatality, in the six months preceding adoption of this chapter, including the cause of the crash and the class of electric bicycle involved.

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I. The number of times a person under 12 years of age was operating an electric bicycle and was involved in a crash resulting in a permanent, serious injury as defined in California Vehicle Code section 20001, or a fatality, after adoption of this Chapter, including the cause of the crash and the class of electric bicycle involved.

12.38.070 Public Information Campaign.

Pursuant to California Vehicle Code section 21214.7(e), the City shall administer a public information campaign for at least thirty (30) calendar days prior to the enactment of this Chapter, which shall include public announcements in major media outlets and press releases.

12.38.080 Sunset; Pilot Program Expiration.

This Chapter, and all authority granted to the City under California Vehicle Code section 21214.7, shall remain in effect until January 1, 2029, and shall be automatically repealed on that date unless extended or renewed by state law.

12.38.090 Severability.

If any part of this Chapter is for any reason held to be invalid, unlawful, or unconstitutional, such validity, unlawfulness, or unconstitutional shall not affect the validity, lawfulness, or constitutionality of any other part of this chapter."
SECTION 3: This Ordinance shall be effective 30 days after its adoption and the City Clerk shall certify to the adoption of this Ordinance. The City Clerk is hereby authorized to use summary publication procedures pursuant to Government Code Section 36933 utilizing a newspaper of general circulation published in the City of La Mesa.

INTRODUCED AND READ at a Regular meeting of the City Council of the City of La Mesa, California, held the 14th day of April 2026, and thereafter PASSED AND ADOPTED at a Regular meeting of said City Council held the 28th day of April 2026, by the following vote, to wit:

AYES:

NOES:

ABSENT:

APPROVED:
__________________________
MARK ARAPOSTATHIS, Mayor
ATTEST:
___________________________________
MEGAN WIEGELMAN, CMC, City Clerk

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MEGAN WIEGELMAN, CMC, City Clerk
(SEAL OF CITY)

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REPORT to the MAYOR and MEMBERS of the CITY COUNCIL
From the CITY MANAGER
DATE: April 28, 2026
SUBJECT: CONSIDERATION OF THE FISCAL YEAR 2027

COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT BLOCK GRANT (CDBG)

ANNUAL ACTION PLAN AND A REQUEST FOR A

SUBSTANTIAL AMENDMENT TO THE FISCAL YEAR
2025 ANNUAL ACTION PLAN
ISSUING DEPARTMENT: Community Development
Recommendation:

1. That the City Council provide input on the draft Fiscal Year (FY) 2027 Annual Action Plan (Attachment A) and the proposed amendment to the FY 2025 Annual Action Plan (Attachment B).

2. Direct Staff to draft and circulate for public review the FY 2027 Annual Action Plan and the FY 2025 Annual Action Plan with the proposed amendment and return to City Council on May 26, 2026, for final review and approval.

Fiscal Impact:

There is no impact on the General Fund. The proposed programming is fully supported through the City's FY 2027 CDBG Entitlement funding allocation of $467,440. Additionally, the proposed action includes a reprogramming of $150,000 from the approved FY 2025 CDBG budget.

City's Strategic Goals:
 Maintain a community where residents and visitors feel safe.  Promote a high quality of life that current and future generations can afford to call home.
 Invest in infrastructure to serve the needs of the community.

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Environmental Review:

This is not a project subject to CEQA and is therefore not subject to environmental review under Public Resources Code § 21065(b).

BACKGROUND:

The City of La Mesa has grown to an estimated population of 60,767. It boasts many vibrant community assets, including a historic downtown village, robust transit hubs that connect to the broader San Diego region, and 14 parks and open spaces for recreation and community events.

As an entitlement jurisdiction under the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD), the City qualifies to receive federal funding. HUD funding programs include:
 Community Development Block Grants (CDBG) – CDBG is a flexible funding source used for both Housing and non-housing activities, including neighborhood revitalization, workforce and economic development, community and nonprofit facilities, and infrastructure and public services in LMI communities.  HOME Investment Partnerships (HOME) – HOME is a funding source used to build, acquire, and rehabilitate affordable housing for rent and homeownership. It can also be used to provide direct rental assistance to low‑ income residents.  Emergency Solutions Grants (ESG) – ESG funds programs and services supporting persons experiencing homelessness. This includes operating shelters, providing essential services to shelter residents, administering rapid rehousing programs, and homelessness prevention.

The City of La Mesa receives Community Development Block Grant (CDBG) funds in proportion to its population size, poverty concentration, and other socioeconomic and demographic factors. To receive such funds, the City is required to submit a Consolidated Plan that outlines the City's housing and community development needs and proposes strategies for using HUD funds to address these needs over five years, an Annual Action Plan that details the specific activities undertaken each year to achieve the goals outlined in the Consolidated Plan (Con Plan), and an adopted Citizen Participation Plan (CPP) to set forth policies and procedures for citizen participation.

As part of the Con Plan process, the City submits an annual Consolidated Annual Performance and Evaluation Report (CAPER) that details how it spent funds, identifies the households that benefited, and reports its progress toward meeting annual housing and community development goals during the fiscal year. The FY 2025 CAPER is the

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most recent (Attachment C). Per HUD Regulation 24 CFR 91.520, the CAPER is due 90 days after the end of the CDBG Program Year. The FY 26 CAPER will be available for public review and comment before September 28, 2026, and will be submitted to HUD thereafter.

The City does not receive HOME or ESG funding. Although the City does not receive HOME funding directly, the City participates in the County of San Diego's HOME Consortium (HOME Consortium), which is funded through HOME and includes the Cities of Carlsbad, Encinitas, La Mesa, San Marcos, Santee, and Vista. Forming a consortium is a way for local governments that would not otherwise qualify for funding to join with other contiguous units of local government to directly participate in the HOME Investment Partnerships Program (HOME). The County of San Diego's Housing Authority serves as the City's Public Housing Authority.

The City's CDBG allocation has fluctuated over the past ten years, from a high of $478,231 in FY 2024 to a low of $355,856 in FY 2018, as shown in Table 1.

Table 1: Ten-Year CDBG Allocation History
Fiscal Year Allocation
2018 $ 355,856.00
2019 $ 395,112.00
2020 $ 413,091.00
2021 $ 446,016.00
2022 $ 450,233.00
2023 $ 435,060.00
2024 $ 478,231.00
2025 $ 453,937.00
2026 $ 456,031.00
2027 $ 467,440.00
The adopted Con Plan identified the following goals:

Goal 1 – Improve public facilities and infrastructure to promote a healthy and vibrant city environment.

Goal 2 – Promote equitable access to affordable housing through the preservation of existing units, assistance to homeowners, and fair housing services.

Goal 3 – Create programs to prevent and address homelessness and provide access to services.

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Goal 4 – Provide local community services to support low- and moderate-income households.

City Council approved the FY 2025-2029 Con Plan on July 8, 2025, along with the CPP.

In accordance with 24 CFR Part 91, the City must prepare an Annual Action Plan that aligns with the goals set forth in the Con Plan. The Annual Plan outlines how the City intends to spend its CDBG entitlement funds. The proposed FY 2027 CDBG entitlement Annual Action Plan, with funding recommendations, is the subject of this report.

DISCUSSION:

On April 3, 2026, HUD announced that the City would receive $467,440 in CDBG entitlement funds for FY 2027.

Below is an overview of the funding recommendations for the FY 2027 CDBG entitlement funds, based on the goals identified through the citizen participation process, with a full description of each funding recommendation.
 Improve Facilities and Infrastructure ($381,000) – to be allocated to Tower Street Mobility Access Improvement Project (2026) in the amount of $343,000. The Sidewalk Master Plan identifies Tower Street, between 70th Street and 68th Street, as a location where a sidewalk is currently missing but planned for future construction. The City expects to complete the design by June 2026 and construction by June 2027. Additionally, $38,000 will be programmed to Sidewalk Improvements (2026). The locations chosen are on Maple Avenue, Jessie Avenue, 73rd Street, Jackson Drive, and Garfield Street.
 Fair Housing ($30,000) – to be allocated to CSA San Diego County for administration costs related to fair housing and tenant/landlord mediation services.  Planning and Administration ($50,000) – allocated for administrative activities, environmental review of projects, monitoring, reporting, and outreach.  Conserve the Housing Stock ($6,440) – allocated for Housing-specific administrative costs, including oversight of the rehabilitation loan program.

Additionally, Staff recommends an amendment to the FY 2025 CDBG Annual Action Plan to reprogram $150,000 previously allocated to the Nancy Drive Street Improvement activity. This amendment process is referred to in the CPP as a substantial amendment.

After further evaluation, Staff has determined that the Nancy Drive project is not currently feasible due to factors that prevent the project from being carried out within the program year. The gas lines serving each residence are very shallow and will require lowering by

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San Diego Gas & Electric (SDGE) before the street can be reconstructed to the correct grade to allow the driveways to connect to the street. The necessary gas line work is several years out per current SDGE workload, and there are other projects eligible and more easily delivered in the near term to meet CDBG Timeliness. Staff will continue to explore alternative funding sources to support the future implementation of improvements on Nancy Drive. Once feasible, the City may use future CDBG funds to leverage additional funding to complete the project.

In the interim, Staff will reallocate these CDBG funds to an ongoing, eligible street improvement project, which is anticipated to be completed by December 2026. It will provide immediate benefit to low‑ and moderate‑ income residents. Staff proposes the following substantial amendment to the FY 2025 CDBG Annual Action Plan (Section AP35 Projects – 91.420, 91,220 (d) ):
 Reprogram $150,000 from the Nancy Drive Improvements project to the existing Sidewalk Improvements project for a total Sidewalk Improvements funding amount of $387,937.

In accordance with the City's adopted CPP, the City holds two public hearings each year to gather residents' feedback on housing and community development needs, proposed CDBG fund allocations, strategies, and actions to affirmatively further fair housing, as well as to review program performance and approve program activities. The draft FY 2027 Annual Action Plan and the substantial amendment to CDBG FY 2025 are available for public review from Friday, April 24, 2026, to Tuesday, May 26, 2026. The City published the notice of public hearing for this item in the Daily Transcript on April 14, 2026.

During the Con Plan's community participation process, the community identified capital improvements as its highest CDBG funding priority. Residents expressed that investments in infrastructure, particularly Street and sidewalk improvements, provide long‑ lasting benefits, enhance neighborhood safety, and improve overall quality of life.

Reallocating funds into an active street improvement project directly responds to these community‑ identified needs. It supports the City's goal of directing CDBG resources to their most effective uses.

Investing CDBG funds in eligible street improvements supports both HUD program goals and community priorities by addressing infrastructure deficiencies in low‑ and moderate‑ income areas and promoting equitable access to safe, functional public facilities.

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CONCLUSION:

Staff recommends that the City Council provide input on the draft CDBG FY 2027 Annual Action Plan (Attachment A) and the proposed substantial amendment of $150,000 to FY 2025 (Attachment B), and direct Staff to return on May 26, 2026, for final review and approval.

Reviewed by: Respectfully submitted by:
____________________ ____________________________
Greg Humora Lynnette Santos
City Manager Community Development Director
Attachments:

A. Draft CDBG FY 2027 Annual Action Plan
B. FY 2025 Annual Action Plan (Draft, With Proposed Amendment Language) C. FY 2025 Consolidated Annual Performance and Evaluation Report

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Contents
Executive Summary....................................................................................................................................... 1 AP-05 Executive Summary - 91.200(c), 91.220(b) .................................................................................... 1 PR-05 Lead & Responsible Agencies - 91.200(b) ...................................................................................... 5 AP-10 Consultation - 91.100, 91.200(b), 91.215(l) ................................................................................... 6 AP-12 participation - 91.401, 91.105, 91.200(c).....................................................................................11 Expected Resources....................................................................................................................................12 AP-15 Expected Resources - 91.420(b), 91.220(c)(1,2) ..........................................................................12 Annual Goals and Objectives......................................................................................................................14 AP-35 Projects - 91.420, 91.220(d) .........................................................................................................15 AP-38 Project Summary ..........................................................................................................................16 AP-50 Geographic Distribution - 91.420, 91.220(f) ................................................................................20 AP-75 Barriers to affordable housing -91.420, 91.220(j)........................................................................21 AP-85 Other Actions - 91.420, 91.220(k) ................................................................................................23 Program Specific Requirements..................................................................................................................26

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Executive Summary
AP-05 Executive Summary - 91.200(c), 91.220(b)

1. Introduction
Incorporated in 1912, the City of La Mesa (City) is in the East County region of San Diego County and is bordered by the cities of San Diego to the west, El Cajon to the east, and Lemon Grove to the south. Often referred to as the "Jewel of the Hills," La Mesa has grown to an estimated population of 60,835 and boasts many vibrant community assets, including a historic downtown village, a robust transit hub that connects to the broader San Diego region, and over 15 parks and open spaces for recreation and community events.

As an entitlement jurisdiction under the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD), the City receives federal funds in proportion to its population size, poverty concentration, and other socioeconomic and demographic factors. To receive such funds, the City must submit a Consolidated Plan to HUD every five years. This document is the City's Consolidated Plan for the 2025 to 2029 period.

The Consolidated Plan is a five-year planning document that identifies needs in low- to moderate-income (LMI) communities and outlines how the City will address them. Ultimately, it guides investments and helps achieve HUD's mission of providing decent housing, suitable living environments, and expanded economic opportunities for LMI populations. Jurisdictions participating in any of the following HUD funding programs must submit a Consolidated Plan every five years:
• Community Development Block Grants (CDBG) – CDBG is a flexible funding source that can be used for both housing and non-housing activities, including neighborhood revitalization, workforce and economic development, community and non-profit facilities, and infrastructure and public services in LMI communities.
• HOME Investment Partnerships (HOME) – HOME is used for building, acquiring, and rehabilitating affordable housing for rent and homeownership. It may also be used to provide direct rental assistance to low-income residents.
• Emergency Solutions Grants (ESG) – ESG funds programs and services supporting persons experiencing homelessness. This includes operating shelters, providing essential services to shelter residents, administering rapid rehousing programs, and homelessness prevention. • Housing Opportunities for Persons with AIDS (HOPWA) – HOPWA supports low-income people living with HIV/AIDS and their families by providing affordable housing opportunities.

Based on its population size, the City directly receives CDBG funding but does not receive HOME or ESG funding. The City does not have a public housing authority. However, the City utilizes HOME funding through the County of San Diego's HOME Consortium (HOME Consortium), which includes the Cities of Carlsbad, Encinitas, La Mesa, San Marcos, Santee, and Vista. The Housing Authority of the County of San Diego serves as the City's public housing authority. Forming a consortium is a way for local governments that would not otherwise qualify for funding to join with other contiguous units of local government to directly participate in the HOME Investment Partnerships Program (HOME).

In 2024, the HOME Consortium was one of the approved consortia Participating Jurisdictions (PJs). These PJs are interested in taking a more regional, collaborative approach to meeting their affordable housing needs, but whose individual formula allocations do not meet the minimum funding threshold. The County

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of San Diego is the lead entity. Per, 24. Under CFR 92.101, the lead entity assumes all responsibility for compliance with the HOME program requirements and for the long-term affordability requirements of all projects developed by the consortium. The HOME Consortium will look to review its approval status in 2026. The City anticipates receiving approximately $467,440 in CDBG funds annually over the next five program years, for a total of $2,269,685.

2. Summarize the objectives and outcomes identified in the Plan The Action Plan addresses outcome performance measures identified in the Consolidated Plan.

Individual activities are selected in accordance with the provisions of Federal Register Vol. 71, No. 44, Notice of Outcome Performance Measurement System for Community Planning and Development Formula Grant Programs, dated March 7, 2006, which requires specific Performance Measure Objectives and Outcomes to be associated with each activity funded:

General Objective Categories- Activities will meet one of the following:
• Decent Housing (DH)
• A Suitable Living Environment (SL)
• Economic Opportunity (EO) General
Outcome Categories- Activities will meet one of the following:
• Availability/Accessibility (1)
• Affordability (2)
• Sustainability (3)
CDBG funds alone are insufficient to address the many and varied community needs identified through public outreach and summarized in the Needs Assessment section of the Consolidated Plan. Recognizing the objectives of the funding program and the specific program regulations, the City uses CDBG funds to carry out programs and projects that provide decent housing and a suitable living environment, benefiting primarily low- and moderate-income households and those with special needs. Needs determined to be a High Priority will receive funding during this five-year planning period. Low-Priority Needs may be funded based on available funds.

Strategic Plan goals outlined in the 2025-2029 Consolidated Plan guide investments in La Mesa's low- and moderate-income communities and form the basis for establishing objectives and outcomes in the 2026-2027 Action Plan. These four goals reflect the needs identified during the Consolidated Planning process. Infrastructure emerged as the top priority of survey respondents:
• Goal 1 – Improve public recreational spaces, other facilities, and infrastructure to promote a healthy, safe, accessible, and environmentally sustainable city. • Goal 2 – Expand equitable access to affordable housing through the preservation of existing units, assistance to homeowners, and fair housing services. • Goal 3 – Prevent and address homelessness by promoting access to reliable, high-quality services, including mental health services and housing resources. • Goal 4 – Provide local community services to support vulnerable populations with low to moderate incomes, including seniors and children.

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Ongoing large-scale infrastructure projects, leveraged with CDBG resources, have made a meaningful and permanent positive impact on the community. Through the Center for Social Advocacy San Diego (CSA), the City's fair housing service provider, more than 300 La Mesa residents received fair housing and landlord-tenant services over the past five years.

The City continues to participate in the San Diego County HOME Consortium. The HOME Consortium administers the local DCCA program. In 2025, one (1) DCCA loan in the City of La Mesa. The total loan amount is $98,000, with $59,500 funded through CalHome and $39,500 funded through HOME.

CDBG resources have primarily been used to complete multi-year improvement projects in lowand moderate-income neighborhoods. During the Con Plan's community participation process, the community identified capital improvements as its highest CDBG funding priority. Residents expressed that investments in infrastructure, particularly Street and sidewalk improvements, provide long‑lasting benefits, enhance neighborhood safety, and improve overall quality of life.

Reallocating funds into an active street improvement project directly responds to these community‑identified needs. It supports the City's goal of directing CDBG resources to their most effective uses.

Investing CDBG funds in eligible street improvements supports both HUD program goals and community priorities by addressing infrastructure deficiencies in low‑ and moderate‑income areas and promoting equitable access to safe, functional public facilities.

4. Summary of Citizen Participation Process and consultation process In accordance with the City's adopted Citizen Participation Plan, the City holds two public hearings each year to gather residents' feedback on housing and community development needs, proposed CDBG fund allocations, strategies, and actions to affirmatively further fair housing, as well as to review program performance and approve program activities, Federal regulations at 24 CFR 91.105
The draft FY 2026-2027 Annual Action Plan and the substantial amendment to CDBG FY 2024- 2025 are available for public review from Friday, April 24, 2026, to Tuesday, May 26, 2026. The City published the notice of public hearing for this item in the Daily Transcript on April 14, 2026.

5. Summary of public comments
[ Summary of public comments will be provided here once the public review period closes on Tuesday, May 26, 2026.]

6. Summary of comments or views not accepted and the reasons for not accepting them

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PR-05 Lead & Responsible Agencies - 91.200(b)

1. Agency/entity responsible for preparing/administering the Consolidated Plan The following agencies/entities are responsible for preparing the Consolidated Plan and for administering each grant program and funding source.

Agency Role Name Department/Agency
CDBG Administrator LA MESA Community Development
Department
Table 1 – Responsible Agencies
Narrative
The City's Community Development Department is the lead agency responsible for preparing and administering the Consolidated Plan, corresponding Annual Action Plans, CAPERs, and the CDBG program.

The County of San Diego is the lead agency for HOME funding, which the City utilizes as a member of the County's HOME Consortium. The implementation of programs funded by CDBG and HOME may be done in conjunction with other City departments, such as Public Works or Community Services.

Consolidated Plan Public Contact Information
Myra M. Pina
Senior Management Analyst
8130 Allison Avenue, La Mesa, CA 91942
619.667.1159 | [email protected]

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1. Introduction
The City collaborates with other government and not-for-profit entities in the region to address the needs of low- and moderate-income residents. These efforts include being a member of the County of San Diego's HOME Consortium and participating in the Housing Choice Voucher (Section 8) program. City staff also works closely with the County of San Diego Health and Human Services Agency and other non-profit health and mental health providers as a part of the Homeless Outreach and Mobile Engagement program.

Provide a concise summary of the jurisdiction's activities to enhance coordination between public and assisted housing providers and private and governmental health, mental health, and service agencies (91.215(l)).

The City of La Mesa has a long history of communication and collaboration with many governmental and non-governmental agencies in the region to address the needs of the City's LMI population. The City's formalized collaborative efforts include membership in the County of San Diego's HOME Consortium and Participation in the County's Housing Choice Voucher (Section 8) program. City staff also works closely with the County of San Diego Health and Human Services Agency, as well as non-profit health and mental health providers, to ensure comprehensive support for the community. Although the City is not a housing agency and has limited interaction with the public and assisted housing providers, staff encourage and collaborate whenever possible. For example, the Homeless Outreach and Mobile Engagement program works with the full complement of housing providers and service agencies to provide coordinated assistance to the City's unhoused population.

The City encourages agencies to collaborate, leverage resources, and avoid duplicating services to serve residents better. During the community engagement process, the City consulted with these and other agencies, as well as businesses, through invitations to participate in the community meeting and online surveys. Agencies contacted in outreach efforts included:
• Non-profit service providers catering to the needs of low- and moderate-income households and persons with special needs, including those with disabilities • Affordable housing providers
• Housing advocates and professionals
• Public agencies, such as school districts, health services, and public works • Economic development and employment organizations
• Community and neighborhood groups
Additionally, members of the City's governing body work closely with other regional entities and committees throughout the County. These affiliations include:
• San Diego Association of Governments (SANDAG), San Diego County's federally recognized metropolitan planning organization (MPO)
• Regional Task Force on Homelessness (RTFH), the region's HUD Continuum of Care (CoC) • San Diego Regional Alliance for Fair Housing (SDRAFFH)

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• Quarterly convenings of local Community Development Block Grant (CDBG) program administrators
The City of La Mesa remains committed to maintaining partnerships with these and other agencies to achieve its long-term housing and community development goals. By collaborating with local and regional partners, the City ensures a coordinated, effective approach to serving its residents.

Describe coordination with the Continuum of Care and efforts to address the needs of homeless persons (particularly chronically homeless individuals and families, families with children, veterans, and unaccompanied youth) and persons at risk of homelessness.

The City works closely with the Regional Task Force on Homelessness (RTFH), San Diego County's Continuum of Care (CoC) entity. The RTFH organizes the annual Point-in-Time Count (PIT), in which the community conducts surveys of individuals experiencing homelessness across the County to count the region's sheltered and unsheltered homeless population. During the 2025 PIT, 52 unsheltered and 9 sheltered individuals (61 individuals total) in La Mesa were counted, a decrease of 1.9% from 2024. Of the 9 sheltered individuals, four (4) were in emergency shelters, and five (5) were in transitional housing.

Table 2: The La Mesa Homeless Profile below provides demographic information on unsheltered and sheltered individuals experiencing homelessness in La Mesa.

Table 2: La Mesa Homeless Profile
Homeless Profile
% of Unsheltered
Persons
# of Unsheltered
Persons
% of
Sheltered
Persons
# of
Sheltered Persons
Veteran N/A 0 N/A 0
Families N/A 0 N/A 0
Youth N/A 0 100% 9
Other 100% 52 N/A 0
Chronic
24 (46%) out of the unsheltered
individuals are considered chronically
homeless.
1 (11%) out of the sheltered
individuals are considered chronically
homeless.

Source: RTFH 2025 Point-In-Time Count, 2025
The City of La Mesa has been proactive in addressing homelessness through various initiatives and partnerships. In February 2021, the La Mesa City Council unanimously adopted the 2021-2026 Homeless Action Plan, which establishes programs designed to prevent homelessness and housing insecurity, provide comprehensive outreach and mental health services, and address future transitional and permanent supportive housing needs in East San Diego County.

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A cornerstone of the City's efforts is the Homeless Outreach and Mobile Engagement Program, launched on November 1, 2020. This initiative, in collaboration with the La Mesa Police Department, provides a housing-first and trauma-informed approach to addressing homelessness in La Mesa. The program is structured so that trained specialists, including a full-time outreach worker and mental health clinician, are dispatched to respond to non-emergency calls for service related to homelessness that come into the La Mesa Police Department. When appropriate and safe, the outreach team works directly with individuals experiencing homelessness and offers an array of services and housing opportunities.

On May 10, 2022, the City Council adopted a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) establishing a foundation for a working partnership between the County of San Diego and East County Cities to develop a regional network of housing options that benefits all parties. The MOU provides the parties with the option to collectively evaluate potential transitional and permanent supportive housing sites and discuss shared bed space opportunities. Additionally, the City also collaborates with other local non-profits and regional organizations to implement solutions and programs.

Through these coordinated efforts, the City aims to address homelessness comprehensively, ensuring the rights and dignity of those experiencing homelessness.

Describe Consultation with the Continuum(s) of Care that serves the jurisdiction's area in determining how to allocate ESG funds, develop performance standards for and evaluate outcomes of projects and activities assisted by ESG funds, and develop funding, policies, and procedures for the operation and administration of HMIS.

The City does not receive or administer ESG funds. However, the City allocates a portion of its CDBG public services funds to assist agencies that provide services to individuals and families who are experiencing or at risk of experiencing homelessness.

2. Agencies, groups, organizations, and others who participated in the process and consultations

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Table 3 – Agencies, groups, organizations that participated 1 Agency/Group/Organization 2-1-1 San Diego
Agency/Group/Organization Type Community Information Exchange (CIE) What section of the Plan was addressed by
Consultation?
Housing Need Assessment
Market Analysis
Briefly describe how the
Agency/Group/Organization was consulted.

What are the anticipated outcomes of the
Consultation or areas for improved
coordination?
Provided localized data to inform the
Consolidated Plan.
2 Agency/Group/Organization COUNTY OF SAN DIEGO HEALTH AND

HUMAN SERVICES AGENCY
Agency/Group/Organization Type Other government - County What section of the Plan was addressed by
Consultation?
Housing Need Assessment
Market Analysis
Briefly describe how the
Agency/Group/Organization was consulted.

What are the anticipated outcomes of the
Consultation or areas for improved
coordination?
Consulted with various agencies in the county
government to inform them of the
development of the Consolidated Plan.
3 Agency/Group/Organization Regional Task Force on Homelessness Agency/Group/Organization Type Services-homeless
Continuum of Care
What section of the Plan was addressed by
Consultation?
Housing Need Assessment
Market Analysis
Briefly describe how the
Agency/Group/Organization was consulted.

What are the anticipated outcomes of the
Consultation or areas for improved
coordination?
Provided localized data to inform the
Consolidated Plan.
4 Agency/Group/Organization La Mesa First United Methodist Church Agency/Group/Organization Type Local Non-profit Organization What section of the Plan was addressed by
Consultation? Needs Assessment
Briefly describe how the
Agency/Group/Organization was consulted.

What are the anticipated outcomes of the
Consultation or areas for improved
coordination?
Responded to stakeholder survey to provide
insight into community needs.

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Identify any Agency Types not consulted and provide a rationale for not consulting.

No agency or organization was purposely excluded from providing input on the Consolidated Plan.

Other local/regional/state/federal planning efforts are considered when preparing the Plan.

Name of Plan Lead Organization How do the goals of your Strategic Plan overlap with the goals of each Plan?
Continuum of
Care
Regional Task
Force on
Homelessness
Both the RTFH and the strategic plan goals of the
Consolidated Plan serve to create programs to prevent and address homelessness and provide access to services.

City of La Mesa
Housing
Element, 2021-
2029
City of La Mesa
The Housing Element is the State-recognized strategy for addressing the City's housing needs. This Consolidated Plan aligns with the goals outlined in the Housing Element.

Climate Action
Plan City of La Mesa
The Climate Action Plan is the City's long-range roadmap to reduce greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions across energy,
transportation, solid waste, water, and green infrastructure.

This Consolidated Plan aligns with the goals outlined in the Climate Action Plan.

Table 4 - Other local / regional / federal planning efforts Narrative
As previously noted, the City participates in various regional planning efforts and groups aimed at enhancing coordination in the delivery of housing and community development-related programs and services in the San Diego region. The City will continue to work with other County CDBG entitlement jurisdictions and local stakeholders to address shared priorities and maximize the impact of available funding and resources.

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AP-12 participation - 91.401, 91.105, 91.200(c)

1. Summary of citizen participation process/Efforts made to broaden citizen participation Summarize the citizen participation process and how it impacted goal-setting Citizen participation is a key component of the consolidated planning process. The City of La Mesa follows an adopted Citizen Participation Plan to ensure meaningful community involvement at each step. To obtain public input early in the development of the Action Plan, the City Council held public hearings on April 28, 2026, and May 26, 2026. Notice was published in the Daily Transcript, a newspaper of general circulation, on April 14, 2026. A copy of the public hearing notice is published in the appendix.

Input received at the first CDBG hearing was incorporated into the draft 2026-2027 Action Plan. The Plan was made available for public review on the City's website and at the La Mesa Public Library. Notice of the 30-day public review period and second hearing was published in the Daily Transcript on May X, 2026.

The Consolidated Plan, amendments, Annual Action Plans, and performance reports will be available for five years at La Mesa City Hall, 8130 Allison Avenue, La Mesa, CA 91942. [This section will be updated once the public review period closes on Tuesday, May 26, 2026.] Citizen Participation Outreach
Sort
Order
Mode of
Outreach
Target of
Outreach
Summary of
response/
attendance
Summary of
comments
received
Summary of
Comments
not accepted
nd reasons
URL (If
applica
ble)
1 Newspape
r Ad
Nontargeted/br
oad
community

XXX XXX XXX N/A
2 Public
Hearing
Nontargeted/br
oad
community

XXX XXX XXX N/A
3 Newspape
r Ad
Nontargeted/br
oad
community

XXX XXX XXX N/A
4 Public
Hearing
Nontargeted/br
oad
community

XXX XXX XXX N/A
Table 5 – Citizen Participation Outreach

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Expected Resources
AP-15 Expected Resources - 91.420(b), 91.220(c)(1,2)
Introduction
The City's Allocation for Program Year 2026-2027 is 467,440, an increase from the prior year's funding.

Program Year 2026-2027 is Year 2 of the 2025-2029 Consolidated Planning period.

Anticipated Resources
Program
Source
of
Funds
Uses of
Funds
Expected Amount Available Year 2 Expected
Amount
Available
Remainder
of ConPlan
Narrative
Description Annual
Allocation:

Program
Income:

Prior Year
Resources: Total:

CDBG public -
federal
Acquisition
Admin and
Planning
Economic
Development
Housing
Public
Improvements
Public
Services
$467,440 $0 $150,000 $617,440 $0
Estimated
funding
available
over the
planning
period is
based on the
2026-2027
allocation
and
amended
funding
from FY
2024-2025.

Table 5 - Expected Resources – Priority Table
Explain how federal funds will leverage those additional resources (private, state, and local funds), including a description of how matching requirements will be satisfied.

While the CDBG program does not require matching funds, CDBG funds offer excellent opportunities to leverage private, local, state, and other federal funds to support public service activities. For example, many State housing programs have scoring criteria that reward applicants who have matching funds. In the past, La Mesa has been extremely successful in securing matching infrastructure and transportation funds, and it will continue to seek such opportunities, especially through SANDAG's TransNet funds, Caltrans HSIP and ATP funds, and local funds.

If appropriate, describe publicly owned land or property located within the jurisdiction that may be used to address the needs identified in the Plan.

Utilizing publicly owned land for affordable housing development has become an increasingly popular policy solution. In January 2019, Governor Gavin Newsom issued an Executive Order directing State agencies to inventory and assess surplus State properties for their development potential. Unfortunately, the state owns just seven surplus properties totaling 25 acres in San Diego County (none are in La

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Annual Goals and Objectives
AP-20 Annual Goals and Objectives - 91.420, 91.220(c)(3)&(e) Goals Summary Information
Sort
Orde
r
Goal Name Star
t
Year
End
Yea
r
Category Geographi
c Area
Needs
Addressed
Funding Goal
Outcome
Indicator
1 Improve
Facilities and
Infrastructure
2025 2029
Non-Housing
Community
Development
CDBG
Eligibility
Area
Improve
Facilities and
Infrastructure
CDBG:
$343,000.0
0 Public Facility
or
Infrastructure
Activities
other than
Low/Moderat
e Income
Housing
Benefit:
28,530
Persons
Assisted
2 Fair Housing 2025 2029
Affordable
Housing
Non-Homeless
Special Needs
citywide Fair Housing CDBG:
$30,000.00
Public service
activities
other than
Low/Moderat
e Income
Housing
Benefit: 100
Persons
Assisted
3 Planning and
Administratio
n
2025 2029 Administratio
n citywide
Planning and
Administratio
n
CDBG:
$50,000.00 Other: 0 Other
4 Conserve the
Housing Stock 2025 2029 Affordable Housing citywide Conserve the Housing Stock CDBG:
$6,440.00 Other: 0 Other
Table 6 – Goals Summary
Goal Descriptions
Goal Name Goal Description
Improve Facilities
and Infrastructure
Improve and provide public and community facilities, and make necessary infrastructure improvements to serve low- and moderate-income persons.

Homeless Services Provide support for the homeless and those at risk of becoming homeless.

Fair Housing Provide fair housing services to foster equal housing opportunity.

Planning and
Administration
Program regulations allow up to 20 percent of the annual allocation to support program administration and planning activities. For the past two years, the City has committed 10- 15 percent of the annual grant to fund staff and other administrative costs.

Conserve the
Housing Stock
Manage the housing rehabilitation loan program. Although no new loans are currently being granted, there are administrative costs associated with monitoring the loan portfolio and processing loan payoff paperwork.

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Introduction
This Plan outlines the action steps the City will take to address housing and community development needs. The Plan includes a list of activities the City will undertake during FY 2026-2027, utilizing a CDBG funding allocation of $467,440 and amended CDBG FY 2024-2025 funds of $150,000. # Project Name
1 Tower Street Mobility Access Improvements Project
2 Fair Housing (CSA San Diego County)
3 Program Administration
4 Housing Rehabilitation Loan Program Administration
Table 7 – Project Information
[This section will be updated once the public review period closes on Tuesday, May 26, 2026.] Describe the reasons for allocation priorities and any obstacles to addressing underserved needs.

The primary obstacle to meeting underserved needs is the lack of financial and staff resources. Each year, the City of La Mesa City Council selects high-priority projects for funding. Other high-priority projects important to the City's community development goals are not funded. Despite limited financial resources, the City of La Mesa strives to complete at least one high-priority community development project each year.

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Project Summary Information
1 Project Name Tower Street Mobility Access Improvements Project (2026) Target Area N/A
Goals Supported Improve Facilities and Infrastructure
Needs Addressed Improve Facilities and Infrastructure
Funding CDBG: Pending
Description
The City's Sidewalk Master Plan Map categorizes streets in three ways: (1) streets where a sidewalk currently exists, (2) streets where a sidewalk does not currently exist but is planned for the future, and (3) streets where a sidewalk does not currently exist and is not planned for the future. CDBG is to be allocated to the Tower Street Mobility Access
Improvement Project (2026). The Sidewalk Master Plan
identifies Tower Street, between 70th Street and 68th Street, as a location where a sidewalk is currently missing but planned for future construction. The City expects to complete the design by June 2026 and construction by June 2027
Target Date
The design is anticipated to be completed by December 2025.

Construction is anticipated to be completed by December 2026.

Estimate the number
and type of families
that will benefit from
the proposed
activities.

An estimated 28,530 persons are expected to benefit from this activity.

Location Description Pending

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Planned Activities
Sidewalk construction on the south side of Tower Street was completed in 2018. The project includes the design and
construction of a sidewalk on the north side of the Street and Class 3 bike lanes on both sides of the Street.
2 Project Name Fair Housing (CSA San Diego County)
Target Area City Wide
Goals Supported Fair Housing
Needs Addressed Fair Housing
Funding CDBG: Pending
Description The Center for Social Advocacy (CSA) of San Diego County provides fair housing services to the City.

Target Date Ongoing
Estimate the number
and type of families
that will benefit from
the proposed
activities.

An estimated 100 persons are expected to benefit from this activity per year.

Location Description Citywide
Planned Activities
Each year, the City must certify to HUD that the City is affirmatively furthering fair housing. The contract with CSA San Diego County helps the City meet this CDBG implementation requirement. The City's contribution to CSA, combined with that of several other jurisdictions, including the Cities of El Cajon, Santee, National City, and Chula Vista, supports this organization and furthers fair housing goals within La Mesa and the region.
3 Project Name Program Administration
Target Area Citywide
Goals Supported Planning and Administration
Needs Addressed Planning and Administration

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Funding CDBG: $Pending
Description CDBG Administration is the responsibility of the Housing Division of the Community Development Department.

Target Date Ongoing
Estimate the number
and type of families
that will benefit from
the proposed
activities
n/a
Location Description Citywide
Planned Activities
Administrative activities include preparing annual plans and reports, conducting public outreach, environmental review of projects, monitoring labor compliance, contract
administration, subrecipient monitoring, and fair housing testing. Staff also maintains and updates the map of low- to moderate-eligible areas.
4 Project Name Housing Rehabilitation Loan Program Administration Target Area Citywide
Goals Supported Planning and Administration
Conserve the Housing Stock
Needs Addressed Planning and Administration
Funding CDBG: $Pending
Description
The Housing Rehabilitation program was discontinued in 2011 at HUD's recommendation. A small amount of program income is set aside to cover staff costs for monitoring the loan portfolio and processing loan payoff paperwork. Program income
resulting from rehabilitation loan payoffs in excess of the amount needed to fund portfolio management will be
committed to other CDBG-eligible projects. Additionally, the City intends to implement programs that include the
maintenance and preservation of our existing housing stock,

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while preserving affordable housing units to maintain
adequate housing opportunities for residents.

Target Date Ongoing
Estimate the number
and type of families
that will benefit from
the proposed
activities.

Location Description Citywide
Planned Activities
Although no new loans are being granted, there are
administrative costs associated with monitoring the loan portfolio and processing loan payoff paperwork.
[This section will be updated once the public review period closes on Tuesday, May 26, 2026.]

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AP-50 Geographic Distribution - 91.420, 91.220(f)
Description of the geographic areas of the entitlement (including areas of low-income and minority concentration) where assistance will be directed.

The City is committed to a policy that uses CDBG funds to construct public improvements that benefit lower-income neighborhoods or special needs populations. While there is some overlap between lowerincome neighborhoods and neighborhoods with minority concentrations, the City does not use minority concentration as a basis for distributing assistance.

Geographic Distribution
Target Area Percentage of Funds
citywide
CDBG Eligibility Area 100%
Table 8 - Geographic Distribution
Rationale for the priorities for allocating investments geographically Priorities for allocation are a result of various community outreach efforts and consultation meetings developed under the Citizen Participation process and approved by the La Mesa City Council. Generally, the needs have been identified asimprovements to aging infrastructure systems, park improvements, and affordable housing. The small size of the community (nine square miles) precludes the need to establish specific Target Areas.

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AP-75 Barriers to affordable housing -91.420, 91.220(j) Introduction
Public policies can negatively affect the development of affordable housing and residential investment.

Public policies with potential negative effects include the complex approval process, permitting and other costs that add to project expenses, and, most importantly, zoning ordinances that inhibit affordable housing development, conversion, or rehabilitation.

Actions it planned to remove or ameliorate the negative effects of public policies that serve as barriers to affordable housing, such as land use controls, tax policies affecting land, zoning ordinances, building codes, fees and charges, growth limitations, and policies affecting the return on residential investment
Individual municipalities have little influence over market constraints but are well-positioned to provide incentives or assistance to mitigate their impacts. Governmental constraints on affordable housing development include land-use policies in the General Plan, zoning and development codes, development and planning fees, and growth management policies. The City's Housing Element was adopted by the City Council on July 27, 2021, in accordance with State Housing Element Law. The Housing Element provides policy direction over an eight-year planning period. The Housing Element identifies and provides solutions to address governmental constraints affecting the maintenance, improvement, and development of all types of housing, including emergency shelters, transitional housing, supportive housing, and single-room occupancy (SRO) units.

The City has taken several recent actions to reduce barriers to affordable housing. In 2017, the City adopted an Affordable Homes Bonus Program (AHBP) to implement State density bonus regulations. Since its inception, the City has approved over 15 AHBP projects. In 2025, the City received three (3) AHBP applications, and one (1) project was permitted. The City will continue to provide information on AHBP and State Density programs to developers to encourage active participation in affordable housing development.

In 2019, the City adopted accessory dwelling unit (ADU) and junior accessory dwelling unit (JADU) ordinances to encourage new ADU development as an effective means to provide affordable housing.

Those policies are regularly updated to stay current with State law. The City does not charge sewer connection fees for ADUs, waives sewer fees for any deed-restricted affordable unit, and waives sewer and park fees for all units in 100 percent deed-restricted affordable projects. In 2022, the City adopted new regulations allowing for two-unit development and urban lot splits in single-family zones, consistent with State law. In 2025, the City permitted 81 ADUs. Overall, since the program was implemented, the City of La Mesa has constructed 420 ADUs. As an added incentive for homeowners to pursue ADU projects, the City of La Mesa will waive the first $2,000 of permitting fees for ADU or JADU projects, effective July 1, 2022. In 2025, the City provided a total of $268,353.34 in ADU Waivers.

Additionally, on September 9, 2025, the City approved Objective Design Standards (ODS) to help streamline housing development review and establish clear, measurable, and verifiable requirements for the design of eligible (3-or-more-unit) housing projects that are subject to the City's Design Review Program, including townhomes, apartments, and condominiums. The ODS considers and implements principles of site, building, and landscape design and seeks to provide applicants with clear requirements

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at the earliest stages of project conception.

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AP-85 Other Actions - 91.420, 91.220(k)
Introduction
Program goals established in the 2025-2029 Consolidated Plan, which form the basis for establishing objectives and outcomes in the 2025-2026 One-Year Action Plan, are as follows:
• Goal 1 – Improve public recreational spaces, other facilities, and infrastructure to promote a healthy, safe, accessible, and environmentally sustainable city. • Goal 2 – Expand equitable access to affordable housing through the preservation of existing units, assistance to homeowners, and fair housing services.
• Goal 3 – Prevent and address homelessness by promoting access to reliable, high-quality services, including mental health services and housing resources. • Goal 4 – Provide local community services to support vulnerable populations with low to moderate incomes, including seniors and children.

These four goals represent the varied needs that emerged during the Consolidated Plan development process. Infrastructure emerged as the top priority of survey respondents. The goals identified above specifically address the uses of CDBG funds in La Mesa.

In FY 2018-19, the City received four Highway Safety Improvement Program (HSIP) Grants through Caltrans totaling $1,014,000, two Active Transportation In FY 2018-19, the City received four HSIP grants totaling $1,014,000, two Active Transportation Program (ATGP) Capital Grants totaling $625,000, and one SANDAG Smart Growth Incentive Program Planning Grant for $169,000. These awarded funds will be used to install active transportation infrastructure.

In 2022, the City received a California Department of Parks and Recreation Local Assistance Program grant totaling $500,000 to fund the School and Park Mobility Access Improvements Projects. The grant promotes safe walking and biking by providing sidewalks and bike lanes. The projects will encourage active transportation by planning and developing safe infrastructure and facilities in the City. The City has also programmed $100,000 in the 2025 Regional Transportation Improvement Program for the projects.

Actions planned to foster and maintain affordable housing The Community Development Department is responsible for the City's housing programs. Staff is assigned to implement the City's Housing Element, monitor the status of one "at-risk" apartment project, manage the housing rehabilitation loan portfolio, work with the private sector to encourage the development of new housing that includes affordable units, and monitor compliance with all affordable home density bonus projects.

The City adopted the Affordable Homes Bonus Program to implement a State density bonus program to

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incentivize housing development across all income levels. The program is popular with market-rate developers eager to achieve additional housing density. The City has also adopted and regularly updates ADU and JADU ordinances to comply with State regulations. Interest in ADU development remains high and will continue to be an effective tool for providing naturally affordable housing for the foreseeable future. The City does not charge sewer connection fees for ADUs, waives sewer fees for any deedrestricted affordable unit, and waives sewer and park fees for all units in 100 percent deed-restricted affordable projects. In 2022, the City adopted policies allowing for two-unit development and urban lot splits in single-family zones consistent with State law. Other ongoing policy updates to promote housing affordability are planned over the next six years as part of the City's Housing Element implementation.

Currently, construction is underway on a 100 percent affordable apartment project at the Spring Street Trolley Station. The site will be developed with 147 deed-restricted affordable units. This project is expected to break ground by the end of May 2026.

Actions planned to reduce lead-based paint hazards
The City of La Mesa Building Department provides information to the public regarding the implementation of lead-based paint regulations promulgated by the Environmental Protection Agency. A handout notifies building department customers of the requirement to hire a lead-certified contractor. A slide with contact information for the EPA lead-safe housing program and the need to hire a qualified contractor is available on the City's government access television station and on the City's website.

Actions planned to reduce the number of poverty-level families As a small city, La Mesa's actions have little direct impact on reducing the number of families living in poverty. The policies of the County, State, and federal governments have a much greater impact.

However, the existing housing stock in La Mesa remains relatively affordable, and the City continues to support the production of new affordable housing.

The City has also adopted an Economic Development Strategy to define policies and programs to retain and expand local business opportunities. This long-term project aims to provide a full spectrum of jobs in the community. These activities could have a positive impact on very low-income families.

Actions planned to develop the institutional structure
The Community Development Department is responsible for implementing the City's housing program. In coordination with the Planning Division, the Housing Division processes new housing development projects that choose to participate in the City's Affordable Homes Density Bonus Program. CDBG and housing program administration are the responsibilities of the Housing Division. The Building Division is responsible for housing codes and compliance activities.

The established institutional structure is working effectively. City staff will continue to maintain the established institutional structure and evaluate future improvements through multiple avenues, including the City's process improvement team.

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service agencies
The Community Development Department will continue efforts to foster cooperation between City departments, neighboring cities, the County of San Diego, the San Diego Association of Governments (SANDAG), the Board of the Metropolitan Transit System (MTS), other public agencies, organizations, and the citizens and business community of La Mesa. Regarding the transit system, the City will work closely with MTS staff to maintain and improve the high level of transit services currently enjoyed by La Mesa residents, including trolley and fixed-route bus services.

The City works with several community stakeholder groups to further coordinate efforts and ensure community needs are addressed. Some of these groups are sponsored by the City, including the Planning Commission, Design Review Board, Historic Preservation Commission, Traffic Commission, Commission on Aging, Environmental Sustainability Commission, Parking Commission, and Youth Advisory Commission. Other groups are private, non-profit organizations promoting their areas of interest, such as the La Mesa Village Association, La Mesa Beautiful, and the La Mesa Historical Society.

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Program Specific Requirements
AP-90 Program Specific Requirements - 91.420, 91.220(l)(1,2,4) Introduction
Projects planned with all CDBG funds expected to be available during the year are identified in the Projects Table. The following identifies program income that is available for use in projects to be carried out.

Community Development Block Grant Program (CDBG)
Reference 24 CFR 91.220(l)(1)
Projects planned with all CDBG funds expected to be available during the year are identified in the Projects Table. The following identifies program income available for use in projects to be carried out.

1. The total amount of program income that will have been received before the start of the next program year and that has not yet been reprogrammed
$0

2. The amount of proceeds from section 108 loan guarantees that will be used during the year to address the priority needs and specific objectives
identified in the grantee'sstrategic Plan
$0

3. The amount ofsurplusfunds from urban renewalsettlements $0

4. The amount of any grant funds returned to the line of credit for which the planned use has not been included in a prior statement or Plan. $0

5. The amount of income from float-funded activities $0 Total Program Income $0
Other CDBG Requirements

1. The amount of urgent need activities $0

2. The estimated percentage of CDBG funds that will be used for activities that benefit persons of low and moderate income. Overall Benefit - A consecutive period of one, two, or three years may be used to determine that a minimum overall benefit of 70% of CDBG funds is used to benefit persons of low and moderate income. Specify the years covered that include this Annual Action Plan.

0.00%

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Contents
Executive Summary ....................................................................................................................................... 3 AP-05 Executive Summary - 91.200(c), 91.220(b)...................................................................................... 3 PR-05 Lead & Responsible Agencies - 91.200(b)........................................................................................ 6 AP-10 Consultation - 91.100, 91.200(b), 91.215(l) .................................................................................... 7 AP-12 Participation - 91.401, 91.105, 91.200(c)...................................................................................... 10 Expected Resources..................................................................................................................................... 11 AP-15 Expected Resources - 91.420(b), 91.220(c)(1,2)............................................................................ 11 Annual Goals and Objectives....................................................................................................................... 13 AP-35 Projects - 91.420, 91.220(d).......................................................................................................... 14 AP-38 Project Summary........................................................................................................................... 15 AP-50 Geographic Distribution - 91.420, 91.220(f).................................................................................. 19 AP-75 Barriersto affordable housing -91.420, 91.220(j) ......................................................................... 20 AP-85 Other Actions - 91.420, 91.220(k) ................................................................................................. 21 Program Specific Requirements .................................................................................................................. 24

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Executive Summary
AP-05 Executive Summary - 91.200(c), 91.220(b)

1. Introduction
Program Year 5 Action Plan Executive Summary
The 2024-2025 Action Plan implements the fifth year of the City of La Mesa’s 2020-2025 Consolidated Plan under the US Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD) Community Development Block Grant Program (CDBG) program. The Action Plan designates the City’s funding allocations for CDBG housing and community development programs and activities.

La Mesa participatesin the Home Investment Partnerships(HOME) program as a member of the San Diego County HOME Consortium administered directly by the County of San Diego Housing and Community Development Department. The Consortium’s HOME-funded Down Payment and Closing Cost Assistance Program is available to current and future La Mesa residents.

2. Summarize the objectives and outcomes identified in the Plan The Action Plan addresses outcome performance measures identified in the Consolidated Plan. Individual activities are selected in accordance the provisions of Federal Register Vol. 71, No. 44, Notice of Outcome Performance Measurement System for Community Planning and Development Formula Grant Programs, dated March 7, 2006, which requires specific Performance Measure Objectives and Outcomes to be associated with each activity funded:

General Objective Categories- Activities will meet one of the following:
• Decent Housing (DH)
• A Suitable Living Environment (SL)
• Economic Opportunity (EO) General
Outcome Categories- Activities will meet one of the following:
• Availability/Accessibility (1)
• Affordability (2)
• Sustainability (3)
CDBG funds alone are insufficient to address the many and varied community needs identified through public outreach and summarized in the Needs Assessment section of the Consolidated Plan. Recognizing the objectives of the funding program and specific program regulations, the City uses CDBG funds to carry out programs and projects that provide decent housing and a suitable living environment benefitting primarily low- and moderate-income households and those with special needs. Needs determined to be a High Priority will receive funding during thisfive-year planning period. Low Priority Needs may be funded based on the availability of funds.

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Strategic Plan goals outlined in the 2020-2025 Consolidated Plan guide investments in La Mesa’s low- and moderate-income communities and form the basis for establishing objectives and outcomes in the 2024- 2025 Action Plan. These four goals reflect the needs identified during Consolidated Planning process.

Infrastructure emerged as the top priority of survey respondents:

Goal 1 – Improve public facilities and infrastructure to promote a healthy and vibrant city environment.

Goal 2 – Promote equitable access to affordable housing through preservation of existing units, assistance to homeowners, and fair housing services.

Goal 3 – Create programs to prevent and address homelessness and provide access to services.

Goal 4 – Provide local community servicesto support low- and moderate-income households.

3. Evaluation of past performance
The City successfully implemented housing and community development activities in the previous Consolidated Plan cycle, reaching thousands of low- and moderate-income individuals. Ongoing largescale infrastructure projects, leveraged with CDBG resources, have made a meaningful and permanent positive impact in the community. Through the Center for Social Advocacy San Diego (CSA), the City’s fair housing service provider, more than 300 La Mesa residents were provided with fair housing and landlordtenant services over the past five years.

The City’s affordable housing objective is to provide homeownership opportunities using HOME funds available through the County HOME Consortium. In prior years, the City also issued loans to lower-income homeowners through its Housing Rehabilitation Program, of which four loans are outstanding. No recent loans have been issued due to limited availability of funds.

CDBG resources have primarily been used to complete multi-year improvement projects in low- and moderate-income neighborhoods. Collier Park and Vista La Mesa Park are representative of complex, phased capital infrastructure campaigns made possible by the CDBG program. In early 2024, a second phase of improvementsto the Collier Park Improvements Project was completed. Asthe majority of CDBG funds were allocated to this undertaking,timely completion was critical to meet expenditure benchmarks.

The need for public services in the community is extensive, but limited CDBG resources have impacted the City’s ability to simultaneously fund capital improvements and public services. An established policy guideline suspends the public service program if the City’s annual CDBG funding allocation is below $450,000. One exception to this policy is that the City may pursue funding for homeless services. The City will also continue to support fair housing services such as those that have been provided by CSA. CSA assists people experiencing housing discrimination.

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4. Summary of Citizen Participation Process and consultation process The City’s adopted Citizen Participation Plan drives the community engagement process and sets requirements for notification of community meetings and public hearings, and public review periods in accordance with Federal regulations set forth in 24 CFR 91.105.

Two noticed public hearings were conducted in the formulation of the 2024-2025 Action Plan. Notice of the first public hearing was published in the Daily Transcript on February 14, 2024 and mailed to community stakeholders, including non-profits and agencies. Notice of a 30-day public review period and public hearing was published in the Daily Transcript on March 8, 2024. Public hearings were held on February 27, 2024, and on April 9, 2024. Public comments are encouraged and all input is considered in the formulation of CDBG needs, priorities, projects, and activities.

An amendment was introduced at City Council at a noticed public hearing held on April, 28 2026. Notice of a 30-day public review period was published in the Daily Transcript on April 14, 2026.

5. Summary of public comments
A significant amount of qualitative feedback on community needs was collected through community meetings, stakeholder consultations, a public comment period, and at formal public hearings during the development of the Consolidated Plan. Those comments provided insight into community needs and informed the CDBG program goals as well as the 2024-2025 Action Plan. Priority needs were identified as infrastructure, community facilities, housing, homelessness, and transportation. Formal public comments for the Consolidated Plan were heard at meetings of the City Council and during a public comment period.

6. Summary of comments or views not accepted and the reasons for not accepting them All public comments were accepted and addressed in the Consolidated Plan and subsequent Annual Action Plan review.

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PR-05 Lead & Responsible Agencies - 91.200(b)

1. Agency/entity responsible for preparing/administering the Consolidated Plan The following are the agencies/entities responsible for preparing the Consolidated Plan and those responsible for administration of each grant program and funding source.

Agency Role Name Department/Agency
CDBG Administrator LA MESA Community Development
Department
Table 1 – Responsible Agencies
Narrative
Community Development Department staff are responsible for preparing and administering La Mesa’s Consolidated Plan.

Consolidated Plan Public Contact Information
Myra Pina, Senior Management Analyst
Community Development Department
8130 Allison Avenue
La Mesa, CA 91942
619.667.1159

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AP-10 Consultation - 91.100, 91.200(b), 91.215(l)

1. Introduction
The City collaborates with other government and not-for-profit entities in the region to address the needs of low- and moderate-income residents. These efforts include being a member of the County of San Diego’s HOME Consortium and participating in the Housing Choice Voucher (Section 8) program through the County of San Diego. City staff also works closely with the County of San Diego Health and Human Services Agency and other nonprofit health and mental health providers as a part of the Homeless Outreach and Mobile Engagement program.

Provide a concise summary of the jurisdiction’s activities to enhance coordination between public and assisted housing providers and private and governmental health, mental health and service agencies (91.215(l)).

Close cooperation between public and assisted housing providers and private and governmental health, mental health, and service agencies is crucial to providing coordinated assistance, leveraging resources, and eliminating duplication of services. Although the City is not a housing agency and has limited interaction with public and assisted housing providers, staff does encourage and collaborate whenever possible. For example, the Homeless Outreach and Mobile Engagement program works with the full complement of housing providers and service agencies to provide coordinated assistance to the City’s unhoused population.

During the community engagement process carried out in the development of the Consolidated Plan, the City consulted with housing, health, mental health, and other agencies and businesses at community meetings, through interviews and an online survey. The outreach list was comprised of 187 agencies and organizations, including:
• Nonprofitservice providersthat caterto the needs of low- and moderate-income households and persons with special needs, including persons with disabilities; • Affordable housing providers;
• Housing advocates;
• Housing professionals;
• Public agencies(such as school districts, health services, public works); • Economic development and employment organizations; and • Community and neighborhood groups.

Additionally, City representatives actively participate in regional planning and coordination efforts.

Affiliations include:
• San Diego Association of Governments (SANDAG), San Diego County’s federally recognized metropolitan planning organization (MPO)
• Regional Task Force on the Homeless(RTFH), the region’s HUD Continuum of Care (COC)

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• San Diego Regional Alliance for Fair Housing
• Quarterly meetings of local CDBG program administrators As of 2018, entitlement jurisdictions must account for narrowing the digital divide and increasing resilience to natural hazards. To do so, the City consulted with 2-1-1 San Diego, the region’s community information exchange, to understand the effortsthroughout San Diego County to narrow the digital divide and bring broadband internetservice to a broaderswath of the population, especially low- and moderateincome communities.

Lastly, RTFH and the City’s fair housing service provider, CSA, were both interviewed in developing the Consolidated Plan. The City will continue to maintain partnerships with these and other agencies to achieve long-term housing and community development goals.

The City works closely with RTFH on coordinated activities such as the annual Point-in-Time (PIT) count and provides ongoing support for services and shelters serving those experiencing or at risk of homelessness. The PIT provides an opportunity for the community to identify and engage with those experiencing homelessness. The 2023 PIT counted a total 36 homeless individuals representing seven percent of the total homeless population in East San Diego County.

In developing the Consolidated Plan, RTFH was interviewed to provide insight on the challenges and progress on homelessness in the region and in La Mesa.

In response to community concerns and increasing need, the City created a Citizens Taskforce on Homelessness in 2019. Out of that taskforce came the Homeless Outreach and Mobile Engagement Program. Launched in 2020 and partially funded with CDBG CARES Act funding, the locally-managed program provides trained specialists, including a full-time outreach worker and mental health clinician, to offer services and housing opportunities to those in need.

Describe consultation with the Continuum(s) of Care that serves the jurisdiction’s area in determining how to allocate ESG funds, develop performance standards for and evaluate outcomes of projects and activities assisted by ESG funds, and develop funding, policies and procedures for the operation and administration of HMIS The City of La Mesa does not administer ESG funds; however, City staff did consult with RTFH in developing the 2020-25 Consolidated Plan.

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2. Agencies, groups, organizations and others who participated in the process and consultations
Agency/Group/
Organization
Agency/Group/Organization
Type
Whatsection of
the Plan was
addressed by
Consultation?
Briefly describe how the
Agency/Group/Organization
was consulted. What are the
anticipated outcomes of the
consultation or areas for
improved coordination?
2-1-1 San Diego Community Information
Exchange (CIE)
Needs Assessment
Housing Market
Analysis
Provided localized data to inform
the Consolidated Plan.

County of San
Diego
County government – Health
and Human Services Agency,
Housing and Community
Development Services, Office of
Emergency Services
Needs Assessment
Housing Market
Analysis
Consulted with various agencies at
the county government to inform
development of Consolidated Plan
Legal Aid Society
of San Diego
Fair housing legalservice
provider
Needs Assessment
Housing Market
Analysis
Interviewed staff about fair
housing needs and challengesin
San Diego
Regional Task
Force on the
Homeless
Continuum of Care Needs Assessment
Market Analysis
Interviewed staff about
homelessness needs and
challenges.

Table 2 – Agencies, groups, organizations who participated Identify any Agency Types not consulted and provide rationale for not consulting No single agency or organization was purposely excluded from providing input on the Consolidated Plan.

Other local/regional/state/federal planning efforts considered when preparing the Plan Name of Plan Lead Organization How do the goals of your Strategic Plan overlap with the goals of each plan?
Continuum of Care Regional Task force on
the Homeless
Both the RTFH and the strategic plan goals of the
Consolidated Plan serve to create programs to prevent
and address homelessness and provide access to
services.

City of La Mesa Housing
Element, 2021-2028
City of La Mesa The Housing Element includes housing affordability and fair housing (AFFH) goals consistent with strategic plan goals set forth in the Consolidated Plan.

Climate Action Plan City of La Mesa The Climate Action Plan includes public infrastructure improvement goals to promote a healthy and vibrant
City consistent with strategic plan goals set forth in the Consolidated Plan.

Table 3 - Other local / regional / federal planning efforts

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AP-12 Participation - 91.401, 91.105, 91.200(c)

1. Summary of citizen participation process/Efforts made to broaden citizen participation Summarize citizen participation process and how it impacted goal-setting Citizen participation is a key component of the consolidated planning process. The City of La Mesa follows an adopted Citizen Participation Plan to ensure meaningful community involvement at each step. To obtain public input early in the development of the Action Plan, the City Council conducted a public hearing on February 27, 2024. Notice was published in the Daily Transcript, a newspaper of general circulation and mailed to a list of 20 local agencies and organizations. At the hearing, the City Council reaffirmed CDBG program goals and priorities established in the Consolidated Plan and considered options for allocating anticipated resources. A copy of the public hearing notice is published in the appendix.

Input received at the first CDBG hearing was incorporated into the draft 2024-2025 Action Plan. The plan was made available for public review on the City’s website and at the La Mesa Public Library. Notice of the 30-day public review period and second hearing was published in the Daily Transcript on March 8, 2024.

An amendment was introduced at a noticed City Council public hearing held on April 28, 2026, and adopted at a public hearing held on May 26, 202. Notice of a 30-day public review period was published in the Daily Transcript on April 14, 2026.

The Consolidated Plan, amendments, Annual Action Plans and performance reports will be available for five years at La Mesa City Hall, 8130 Allison Avenue, La Mesa, CA 91942.

Citizen Participation Outreach
Sort
Order
Mode of
Outreach
Target of
Outreach
Summary of
response/
attendance
Summary of
comments
received
Summary of
comments
not accepted
and reasons
URL (If
applicable)
1 Newspaper
Ad
Nontargeted/broad
community
None
received.

N/A N/A
2 Mailing Nontargeted/broad
community
None
received.

N/A N/A
3 Public
hearing
Nontargeted/broad
community
None
received.

N/A N/A
Table 4 – Citizen Participation Outreach

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Expected Resources
AP-15 Expected Resources - 91.420(b), 91.220(c)(1,2)
Introduction
The City’s allocation for Program Year 2024-2025 is 453,937, which is consistent with prior year funding levels. Program Year 2024-2025 is Year 5 of the 2020-2025 Consolidated Planning period.

Anticipated Resources
Program Source
of
Funds
Uses of Funds Expected Amount Available Year 4 Expected Amount
Available
Remainder
of ConPlan
Narrative
Annual Description
Allocation:

Program
Income:

Prior Year
Resources:

Total:

CDBG Public
Federal
Acquisition,
Administration
and Planning,
Economic
Development,
Housing,
Public
Improvements,
Public Services
$453,937 $186,372 $640,309 $0 Estimated
funding available
over the
planning period
is based on
2020-21
allocation,
excluding funds
carried over
from prior years
Table 5 - Expected Resources – Priority Table
Explain how federal funds will leverage those additional resources (private, state and local funds), including a description of how matching requirements will be satisfied The City has been successful in obtaining grants and identifying other funds to commit to Consolidated Plan priorities for capital improvement projects. In 2021, the City received $3 million in State Parks and Recreation funding for Collier Park Master Plan improvements. La Mesa Park & Recreation funds were also used to resurface and restripe the tennis court in Collier Park for dual use as a pickleball court.

In recent years, the City has received $10.4 million in grant funding towards bike and pedestrian infrastructure improvements, much of which has been located in low-moderate income neighborhoods or adjacent to schools serving low-moderate income areas. The West La Mesa Street Improvement Project, a $6 million undertaking, completed a new road, Junior High Drive, completed missing sidewalk links, and provided over five miles of new Class II or Class III bike lanes adjacent to Helix High School and La Mesa Arts Academy, which are within walking distance of and served by surrounding CDBG-eligible

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neighborhoods. The City actively applies for grants to complete infrastructure projects in low-moderate income neighborhoods.

If appropriate, describe publicly owned land or property located within the jurisdiction that may be used to address the needs identified in the plan Activities to be funded include drainage and street improvements in a residential street in the heart of a low/moderate income neighborhood and sidewalk improvements in public right-of-way in low/moderate neighborhoods.

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Annual Goals and Objectives
AP-20 Annual Goals and Objectives - 91.420, 91.220(c)(3)&(e) Goals Summary Information
Sort
Order
Goal Name Start
Year
End
Year
Category Geographic
Area
Needs
Addressed
Funding Goal Outcome
Indicator
1 Improve
Facilities and
Infrastructure
2020 2025 Non-Housing
Community
Development
Improve
Facilities and
Infrastructure
CDBG:
$387,937
Public Facility or
Infrastructure
Activities other
than
Low/Moderate
Income Housing
Benefit: 28530
Persons Assisted
2 Homeless
Services
2020 2025 Homeless Homeless CDBG-CV:
$166,372
Public service
activities other
than
Low/Moderate
Income Housing
Benefit: 20 Persons
Assisted
3 Fair Housing 2020 2025 Affordable
Housing
Non-Homeless
Special Needs
Fair Housing CDBG:
$30,000
Public service
activities other
than
Low/Moderate
Income Housing
Benefit: 100
Persons Assisted
4 Planning and
Administration
2020 2025 Administration Planning and
Administration
CDBG:
$50,000
5 Conserve the
Housing Stock
2020 2025 Affordable
Housing
Planning and
Administration
CDBG:
$6,000
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Goal Descriptions
Goal Name Goal Description
Improve Facilities and
Infrastructure
Improve and provide public and community facilities, and make necessary infrastructure improvements to serve low- and moderate-income persons.

Homeless Services Provide support for the homeless and those at risk of becoming homeless.

Fair Housing Provide fair housing services to foster equal housing opportunity.

Planning and Administration Program regulations allow the expenditure of up to 20 percent of the annual allocation to support program administration and planning activities. For the past two years, the City has committed 10-15 percent of the annual grant to fund staff and other administrative costs.

Conserve the Housing Stock Manage the housing rehabilitation loan program. Although there are currently no new loans being granted, there are administrative costs associated with monitoring the loan portfolio and processing loan pay-off paperwork.

AP-35 Projects - 91.420, 91.220(d)
Introduction
This plan outlines the action steps that the City will use to address housing and community development needs in the City. The plan includes a listing of activities the City will undertake during FY 2024-2025, utilizing a CDBG funding allocation of $453,937 and prior year resources.

City Council held a public City Council held a public hearing on April 28, 2026, and at a public hearing held on May 26, 2026 adopted a resolution (Resolution # ___) approving the following substantial amendment:

Reprogram $150,000 from the Nancy Drive Improvements project to the Sidewalk Improvements project for a total Sidewalk Improvements funding amount of $387,937. The City anticipates completing construction by December 2026.
[This section will be updated, once public review period ends on May 26, 2026.] # Project Name
1 Sidewalk Improvements
2 Nancy Drive Improvements
3 Homeless Services
4 Fair Housing (CSA San Diego County)
5 Program Administration
6 Housing Rehabilitation Program Administration
Table 7 – Project Information

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Describe the reasons for allocation priorities and any obstacles to addressing underserved needs
The primary obstacle to meeting underserved needs is the lack of financial and staff resources. Each year, the City Council selects high priority projects for funding. Other projects, which are high priority and are important to the City’s community development goals, are not funded. In spite of limited financial resources, the City strives to successfully complete at least one high priority community development project each year.

AP-38 Project Summary
Project Summary Information
1 Project Name Sidewalk Improvements
Target Area N/A
Goals Supported Improve Facilities and Infrastructure
Needs Addressed Improve Facilities and Infrastructure
Funding CDBG: $237,937 $387,937
Description The City’s Sidewalk Master Plan Map identifies streets where pedestrian connectivity needs improvement. Eligible areas where sidewalk gaps occur include portions of Aztec Drive, Gateside Road, and Amarillo Avenue.

Target Date June 2025
Estimate the number
and type of families
that will benefitfrom
the proposed activities
An estimated 5,460 persons are expected to benefit from this activity.

Location Description City of La Mesa
Planned Activities A CDBG allocation $237,937, together with a prior-year allocation of $75,000 will allow for completion of priority sidewalk segments in lowmoderate residential neighborhoods. Locations will be selected based on walking safety and presence of hazards with higher priority given to locations close to transit, schools, parks, and public interests.

2. 2.
2 Project Name Nancy Drive Street Improvements

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Target Area N/A
Goals Supported Improve Facilities and Infrastructure
Needs Addressed Improve Facilities and Infrastructure
Funding CDBG: $150,000
Description Nancy Drive is located in an eligible neighborhood. Water runoff has caused the road surface to degrade. To prevent further deterioration of the street surface, installation of concrete gutter extensions is proposed. The gutter extensions will provide a greater drainage surface.

Target Date June 2025
Estimate the number
and type of families
that will benefitfrom
the proposed activities
An estimated 1,100 persons are expected to benefit from this activity.

Location Description City of La Mesa
Planned Activities A CDBG allocation of $150,000 will allow for installation of concrete gutter extensions, followed by milling and paving of the street. 3 Project Name Homeless Services
Target Area N/A
Goals Supported Homeless Services
Needs Addressed Homeless Services
Funding CDBG-CV: $ 166,372
Description Support for the homeless and those at risk from becoming homelessto prevent, prepare for, and respond to COVID-19 by providing guidance, shelter, and care.

Target Date June 2025
Estimate the number
and type of families
that will benefitfrom
the proposed activities
An estimated 20 persons are expected to benefit from this project.

Location Description N/A

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Planned Activities Planned activities include providing educational, transportation, and housing readiness services to recipients of supportive housing. 4 Project Name Fair Housing (CSA San Diego County)
Target Area N/A
Goals Supported Fair Housing / Planning and Administration Needs Addressed Fair Housing / Planning and Administration Funding CDBG: $30,000
Description The Center for Social Advocacy (CSA) of San Diego County provides fair housing services to the City.

Target Date June 2025
Estimate the number
and type of families
that will benefitfrom
the proposed activities
An estimated 100 persons are expected to benefit from this activity.

Location Description City of La Mesa
Planned Activities Each year, the City must certify to HUD that the City is affirmatively furthering fair housing. The contract with CSA San Diego County helps the City meet this CDBG implementation requirement. The City's contribution to CSA, combined with that of several other jurisdictions including the Cities of El Cajon, Santee, National City, and Chula Vista, supports this organization and furthers fair housing goals within La Mesa and the region.
5 Project Name Program Administration
Target Area N/A
Goals Supported Planning and Administration
Needs Addressed Planning and Administration
Funding CDBG: $50,000
Description CDBG Administration is the responsibility of the Community Development Department.

Target Date June 2025

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Estimate the number
and type of families
that will benefitfrom
the proposed activities
N/A
Location Description N/A
Planned Activities Administrative activities include preparing the Consolidated Plan, annual plans and reports, public outreach, environmental review of projects, labor compliance monitoring, contract administration, subrecipient monitoring, and fair housing testing. Staff also maintains and updates the low-moderate eligible areas map.
6 Project Name Housing Rehabilitation Loan Program Administration Target Area N/A
Goals Supported Planning and Administration / Conserve the Housing Stock Needs Addressed Planning and Administration / Conserve the Housing Stock Funding CDBG: $6,000
Description Loan portfolio management for the housing rehabilitation program.

Target Date June 2025
Estimate the number
and type of families
that will benefitfrom
the proposed activities
N/A
Location Description N/A
Planned Activities Although no new loans are being granted, there are administrative costs associated with monitoring the loan portfolio and processing DRAFT
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AP-50 Geographic Distribution - 91.420, 91.220(f)
Description of the geographic areas of the entitlement (including areas of low-income and minority concentration) where assistance will be directed The City is committed to a policy that uses CDBG funds to construct public improvements that benefit lower income neighborhoods or special needs populations. While there is some overlap between lower income neighborhoods and neighborhoods with minority concentrations, the City does not use minority concentration as a basis for distribution of assistance.

Geographic Distribution
Target Area Percentage of Funds
N/A
Table 8 - Geographic Distribution
Rationale for the priorities for allocating investments geographically Priorities for allocation are based on community outreach efforts and consultation meetings developed under the Citizen Participation process and approved by the City Council. Identified needs have historically included improving aging infrastructure systems, improving park facilities, and affordable housing. With an area of only nine square miles, the relatively small size of the community precludes the need to establish specific Target Areas.

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AP-75 Barriersto affordable housing -91.420, 91.220(j)
Introduction
Public policies can have a negative effect on the development of affordable housing and residential investment. Public policies with potential negative effects include the complex approval process, permitting and other costs that add to project expenses and most importantly, zoning ordinances that inhibit affordable housing development, conversion or rehabilitation.

Actions planned to remove or ameliorate the negative effects of public policies that serve as barriers to affordable housing such as land use controls, tax policies affecting land, zoning ordinances, building codes, fees and charges, growth limitations, and policies affecting the return on residential investment
Individual municipalities have little influence over market constraints, but are well-positioned to provide incentives or assistance to help overcome the impacts of market constraints. Governmental constraints to affordable housing development include land use policiesin the General Plan,zoning and development codes, development and planning fees, and growth management policies. The City’s Housing Element was adopted by the City Council on July 27, 2021, in accordance with State Housing Element Law. The Housing Element provides policy direction over an eight-year planning period. The Housing Element identifies and provides solutions to address governmental constraints affecting the maintenance, improvement, and development of all types of housing, including emergency shelters, transitional housing, supportive housing, and single-room occupancy (SRO) units.

A number of recent actions have been taken by the City to reduce barriers to affordable housing. In 2017, the City adopted an Affordable Homes Bonus Program to implement State density bonus regulations. In 2019, the City adopted accessory dwelling unit (ADU) and junior accessory dwelling unit (JADU) ordinances to encourage new ADU development as an effective means to provide affordable housing. Those policies are regularly updated to stay current with State law. The City does not charge sewer connection fees for ADUs, waives sewer fees for any deed-restricted affordable unit, and waives sewer and park fees for all units in 100 percent deed-restricted affordable projects. In 2022, the City adopted new regulations allowing for two-unit development and urban lo
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AP-85 Other Actions - 91.420, 91.220(k)
Introduction
Program goals established in the 2020-2025 Consolidated Plan, which form the basis for establishing objectives and outcomes in the 2024-2025 Action Plan, are as follows:

Goal 1 – Improve public facilities and infrastructure to promote a healthy and vibrant city environment.

Goal 2 – Promote equitable accessto affordable housing through preservation of existing units, assistance to homeowners, and fair housing services.

Goal 3 – Create programs to prevent and address homelessness and provide access to services.

Goal 4 – Provide local community servicesto support low- and moderate-income households.

These four goals represent the needs that emerged during the development of the Consolidated Plan and specifically address the use of CDBG and HOME funds in La Mesa. Infrastructure was the top priority of survey respondents.

Actions planned to address obstacles to meeting underserved needs The City proactively pursues grant funding from a variety of private and public sources. Over the past five years, the City has been awarded several grants for street improvements that help address safe routes to school in CDBG eligible areas. In FY 2018-19, the City received four Local Highway Safety Improvement Program grants totaling $1,014,000, two Active Transportation Program Capital Grants totaling $625,000, and one SANDAG Smart Growth Incentive Program Planning Grant for $169,000. These recently awarded funds were to be used to improve pedestrian and bike safety and promote walkability citywide, including in and adjacent to CDBG eligible neighborhoods. The West La Mesa Street Improvement Project, a $6 million undertaking, completes a new road, Junior High Drive, completed missing sidewalk links and provides over five miles of new Class II or Class III bike lanes adjacent to Helix High School and La Mesa Arts Academy, which are within walking distance of and served by surrounding CDBG eligible neighborhoods.

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Actions planned to foster and maintain affordable housing The Community Development Department isresponsible for the City’s housing programs. Staff is assigned to monitor the status of one “at-risk” apartment project, to manage the housing rehabilitation loan portfolio, and to work with the private sector to encourage the development of new housing that includes affordable units.

In 2017 the City adopted an Affordable Homes Bonus Program to implement a State density bonus program to incentivize housing development across all income levels. The program is popular with marketrate developers eager to achieve additional housing density. The City has also adopted, and regularly updates, ADU and JADU ordinances to comply with State regulations. Interest in ADU development remains high and will continue to be an effective tool for providing naturally affordable housing for the foreseeable future. The City does not charge sewer connection fees for ADUs, waives sewer fees for any deed-restricted affordable unit, and waives sewer and park fees for all units in 100 percent deed-restricted affordable projects. In 2022, the City adopted policies allowing for two-unit development and urban lot splits in single-family zones consistent with State law. Other ongoing policy updates to promote housing affordability are planned over the next six years as part of the City’s Housing Element implementation.

Currently, construction is underway on a 100 percent affordable apartment project in the Downtown Village on the former site of the City’s police station. The 1.27-acre site will be developed with 147 deedrestricted affordable units.

Actions planned to reduce lead-based paint hazards
The City of La Mesa Building Department provides information to the public regarding lead-based paint regulations promulgated by the Environmental Protection Agency. A handout notifies building department customers of the requirement to hire a lead certified contractor. A slide with contact information for the EPA lead safe housing program and the need to hire qualified contractor is broadcast on the City’s government access channel and posted on the City’s website.

Actions planned to reduce the number of poverty-level families As a small city, La Mesa's actions have little direct impact on reducing the number of families living below the poverty level. The impacts County, State and Federal government policies have a much greaterimpact.

However, the existing housing stock in La Mesa remains relatively affordable and the City continues to support the production of new affordable housing.

The City has adopted an Economic Development Strategy to define policies and programs to retain and expand local business opportunity. This long-term project is aimed at providing a full spectrum of jobs in the community, which could have a positive impact on very low-income families.

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Actions planned to develop institutional structure
The Community Development Department is responsible for implementing the City's housing programs.

The Current Planning division handles the processing of new development proposals. CDBG administration and the housing program are the responsibilities of the Housing and Development division.

The Building division is responsible for housing codes and compliance activities.

The established institutional structure is working effectively. City staff will continue to maintain the established institutionalstructure and evaluate future improvementsthrough multiple avenues, including the City’s process improvement team.

Actions planned to enhance coordination between public and private housing and social service agencies
The Community Development Department will continue efforts to foster cooperation between City departments, neighboring cities, the County of San Diego, the San Diego Association of Governments, the Board of the Metropolitan Transit System, other public agencies, organizations and the citizens and business community of La Mesa. The City will work closely with MTS staff to maintain and improve the high level of transit services currently enjoyed by residents of La Mesa, including trolley and fixed route bus services.

The City engages with a number of community stakeholder groups to ensure community needs are addressed. Some of these groups are sponsored by the City, including, the Planning Commission, the Design Review Board, the Historic Preservation Commission, the Mobility Commission, the Commission on Aging, the Environmental Sustainability Commission, the Parking Commission, and the Youth Advisory Commission. Other groups are private non-profit organizations promoting their area of interest, such as the La Mesa Village Association, La Mesa Beautiful, and the La Mesa History Center.

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Program Specific Requirements
AP-90 Program Specific Requirements - 91.420, 91.220(l)(1,2,4) Introduction
Community Development Block Grant Program (CDBG)
Reference 24 CFR 91.220(l)(1)
Projects planned with all CDBG funds expected to be available during the year are identified in the Projects Table. The following identifies program income that is available for use that is included in projects to be carried out.

1. The total amount of program income that will have been received before the start of the next program year and that has not yet been reprogrammed $0

2. The amount of proceeds from section 108 loan guarantees that will be used during the year to address the priority needs and specific objectives identified in the grantee'sstrategic plan
$0

3. The amount ofsurplusfunds from urban renewalsettlements $0

4. The amount of any grant funds returned to the line of credit for which the planned use has not been included in a prior statement or plan. $0

5. The amount of income from float-funded activities $0 Total Program Income $0
Other CDBG Requirements

1. The amount of urgent need activities $0

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CONTENTS
Appendices ................................................................................................................................ 1 CR-05: Goals and Outcomes ..................................................................................................... 2 CR-10: Racial and Ethnic Composition of Families Assisted ...................................................... 7 CR-15: Resources and investments 91.520(a)........................................................................... 8 CR-20: Affordable Housing 91.520(b) ........................................................................................ 9 CR-25: Homeless and other special needs 91.220(d,e); 91.320(d,e); 91.520(c) .......................12 CR-30: Public Housing 91.220(h); 91.320(j)..............................................................................16 CR-35: Other Actions 91.220(j)-(k); 91.320(i)-(j)........................................................................16 CR-40: Monitoring 91.220 and 91.230 ......................................................................................20 CR-45: CDBG 91.520(c) ...........................................................................................................21 CR-58: Section 3.......................................................................................................................21

APPENDICES
Appendix A Form PR-03 CDBG Activity Summary Report (GPR) Appendix B Form PR-26 CDBG and CDBG-CV Financial Summary Reports Appendix C Notice of Publication
Appendix D Eligible Areas Map

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CR-05: GOALS AND OUTCOMES
Progress the Jurisdiction had made in carrying out its strategic plan and its action plan.

91.520(a)
This could be an overview that includes major initiatives and highlights that were proposed and executed throughout the program year.

The Consolidated Annual Performance Evaluation (CAPER) for Fiscal Year (FY) 2024-2025, HUD Program Year 24 (PY 24), captures the expenditures, accomplishments, and progress made on the strategies and goals outlined in the approved FY 2020-2025 Consolidated Plan (Con Plan) Amendment for HUD Programs. This CAPER, the fifth year of the 5-Year Con Plan Cycle, covers the period of July 1, 2024, through June 30, 2025, and references activities funded in previous fiscal years and Coronavirus Aid, Relief, and Economic Securities Act (CARES Act) CDBG-Coronavirus (CDBG-CV) accomplishments reported during the program year.

The Con Plan includes the following high-priority goals, which serve as the basis for the activities previously approved in the 2024-2025 Action Plan. Action Plan goals that CDBG did not fund were carried out using the City's General Funds, as well as state, federal, and local grants. These four goals reflect the needs identified during the Consolidated Planning process.

Infrastructure emerged as the top priority of survey respondents:
• Goal 1 – Improve public facilities and infrastructure to promote a healthy and vibrant city environment.
• Goal 2 – Promote equitable access to affordable housing through preservation of existing units, assistance to homeowners, and fair housing services. • Goal 3 – Create programs to prevent and address homelessness and provide access to services.
• Goal 4 – Provide local community services to support low- and moderate-income households.

La Mesa participates in the Home Investment Partnerships (HOME) program as a member of the San Diego County HOME Consortium, which is administered directly by the County of San Diego's Housing and Community Development Department. The Consortium's HOME-funded Down Payment and Closing Cost Assistance Program is available to current and future residents of La Mesa.

The primary goal of the City's CDBG program is to design and construct capital improvements in lower-income neighborhoods. Those neighborhoods generally correspond to the older, less well-developed areas of the City. CDBG resources enable the City to invest in public facilities and infrastructure that serve low- and moderate-income residents. During PY 24, a total of $317,622.01 in CDBG grant funds were used to further an ongoing capital improvement project located in a lower-income neighborhood. Accordingly, CDBG funds have primarily supported multi-year capital improvement campaigns in eligible areas. An eligible areas map is provided as Appendix D. Infrastructure projects tend to be complex, phased undertakings often involving environmental review and mitigation, multiple funding sources, and collaboration with other government agencies.

Progress in implementing the second phase of improvements to Collier Park slowed in 2021 due to COVID-related challenges. Still, construction was underway in 2022, and the project was completed within this program year. The master plan was reconfigured within the project

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footprint to be more user-friendly for the community and sensitive to site constraints, including topography and street access. The total budget for the Collier Park project (Phase II) was approximately $6 million, of which CDBG provides approximately $2.3 million, leveraged with state, local, and private funding resources. Improvements included re-grading the site, rehabilitating the playground area, tennis and pickleball courts, a parking area, street improvements, landscaping, irrigation, and a new restroom facility. However, construction was completed on the multi-year Collier Park improvements project.

Collier Park Constructions was completed in FY 2023. Project Close began in FY 2024. A number of funding resources from park development fees, Federal Community Development Block Grants (CDBG), La Mesa Park and Recreation Foundation donations (for the new playground), CA Department of Parks and Recreation Local Assistance Specified Grant funds, and CA Proposition 68 Land and Water Bond funds were used to fund this project.

The City's Fair Housing Service provider, the Center for Social Advocacy (CSA) in San Diego County, provided one-on-one counseling to 69 clients during the program year, which was fewer than the anticipated 100 clients but an increase from the number of clients served in the prior year. CSA San Diego provided outreach materials at several events in La Mesa. CSA also provided one-on-one counseling sessions to 69 residents of La Mesa.

All CDBG funds, except for planning and administration, were used to benefit low- and moderate-income individuals. During PY 24, CDBG funds totaling $55,990.27 were used toward planning and administration. All of the City's CDBG funds were used exclusively to meet the national objectives.

The PR 03 – CDBG Activity Summary Report in Appendix B outlines the annual accomplishments and the amount of funding allocated to each goal identified in the annual action plan. Activities related to sidewalk improvements are part of the City's Sidewalk improvement planning, pulling funding from multiple sources. The City's Sidewalk Master Plan Map identifies streets where pedestrian connectivity needs improvement. Eligible areas where sidewalk gaps occur include portions of Aztec Drive, Gateside Road, and Amarillo Avenue. A total of $312,937 was awarded to these activities in the last two program years. This capital improvement project is currently in the planning process; however, no CDBG funds were drawn during PY24.

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Comparison of the proposed versus actual outcomes for each measure submitted with the consolidated plan and explain, if applicable, why progress was not made toward meeting goals and objectives. 91.520(g) Categories, priority levels, funding sources and amounts, outcomes/objectives, goal outcomes indicators, units of measure, targets, actual outcomes/outputs, and percentage completed for each of the grantee's program year plan.

Table 1: Accomplishments – Program Year
Goal Category Source /
Amount Indicator Expected Actual Unit
Measure
Percentage
Complete
Improve Facilities
and Infrastructure
Non-Housing
Community
Development
CDBG:
$392,231
Public Facility or Infrastructure
Activates other than Low /
Moderate Housing Benefits
28,530 28,530 Persons
Assisted 100%
Fair Housing
Affordable housing
Non-Homeless
Special Needs
CDBG:
$30,000
Public Service Activity other
than Low / Moderate housing
Benefits
100 69 Persons
Assisted 68%
Homeless
Services Homeless CDBG-CV: $
166,372.01
Public Service Activity other
than Low / Moderate housing
Benefits
20 366 Persons
Assisted 1830%
Planning and
Administration Other CDBG:
$50,000 Other 0 0 Other 100%
Conserve the
Housing Stock Other CDBG:
$6,000 Other 0 0 Other 100%

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Table 2: Accomplishments – Strategic Plan to Date
Goal Category Source /
Amount Indicator Expected Actual Unit
Measure
Percentage
Complete
Improve Facilities
and
Infrastructure
Non-Housing
Community
Development
CDBG:
$1,729,740
Public Facility or Infrastructure
Activates other than Low /
Moderate Housing Benefits
28,530 28,530 Persons
Assisted 100%
Fair Housing
Affordable housing
Non-Homeless
Special Needs
CDBG:
$150,000
Public Service Activity other than
Low / Moderate housing Benefits 500 291 Persons
Assisted 58.20%
Planning and
Administration Other CDBG:
$260,000 Other 0 0 Other 100%
Homeless
Services Homeless CDBG:
$120,000
Public Service Activity other than
Low / Moderate housing Benefits 100 366 Persons
Assisted 366%
Public and
Community
Services
Other - Public Services Activity other than
Low / Moderate Housing Benefits 100 112 Other 112%
Conserve the
Housing Stock Other CDBG:
$30,000 Other 0 0 Other 100%

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Assess how the Jurisdiction's use of funds, particularly CDBG, addresses the priorities and specific objectives identified in the plan, giving special attention to the highest priority activities identified.

The City's Strategic Plan outlines projects and activities designed to address the priorities outlined in the Consolidated Plan. It describes eligible programs, projects, and activities to be undertaken with anticipated funds made available over the next five years, as well as their relationship to identifying needs for infrastructure, housing, homelessness, and community and economic development. These activities estimate the number of individuals and types of families that will benefit from the proposed activities, including special local objectives and priority needs, as shown in Table 1 for the current program year. The projected use of funds identifies the proposed accomplishments in Table 2.

The highest priority for CDBG funding is capital improvements. The City has consistently allocated approximately 80 percent of CDBG program funds to qualify for capital improvement projects and will meet the goals and expectations outlined in the Con Plan.

These projects are located in lower-income neighborhoods or benefit presumed low-income clients. Investing in capital projects yields long-lasting benefits for neighborhoods and communities. The City has completed the construction of Collier Park, which is a neighborhood park located on Palm Avenue within a CDBG-eligible area. In addition to park rehabilitation projects, other possible improvement projects for consideration include ADA upgrades, street and sidewalk improvements, and improvements to the adult enrichment center.

Each year, the City must certify to HUD that it is "affirmatively furthering fair housing." To promote fair housing in the community, the City contracts with a fair housing service provider to provide fair housing outreach, education, investigation, and counseling services. Currently, the Center for Social Advocacy (CSA) of San Diego County operates the City's fair housing program. The contract with CSA San Diego County helps the City meet the CDBG program implementation requirement without the need to hire specialized staff expertise. The City will continue to identify the need for fair housing amongst its residents and provide services through CSA San Diego.

For Planning and Administrative Services, CDBG program regulations allow the expenditure of up to 20 percent of the annual allocation to support program administration and planning activities. For the past four years, the City has committed 10-15 percent of the annual grant to fund staff administering the CDBG program.

During the development of the Con Plan, residents were asked to rank the relative importance of housing and community development needs in a survey. Additional needs were also identified at the Community Forum, including the need for mental health services and homelessness prevention services.

The City utilized the remainder of its CDBG-CV funds to provide homeless services via the Homeless Outreach and Mobile Engagement (HOME) Team. The HOME team provides housing first and a trauma-informed approach to addressing homelessness in La Mesa. The HOME Team utilizes progressive engagement and harm reduction for individuals who are unable to access homeless services on their own. The HOME Team served a total of 365 clients and provided over 1,602 instances of Service, which include interactions with clients enrolled in the County's case management system. Additionally, the HOME team received over 2,007 calls for services. The City of La Mesa was able to leverage CDBG-CV funds, state grant funds,

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and general fund money to bring two (2) additional staff members to assist the homeless populations with services. CDBG-CV funds were used to support the homeless and those at risk of becoming homeless, to prevent, prepare for, and respond to COVID-19 by providing guidance, shelter, and care.

HUD recommends against small allocations (less than $5,000) to Social Service providers because the level of monitoring and paperwork required makes these programs inefficient and ineffective use of CDBG funds. No funding was allocated to public services for low-income and special needs populations in La Mesa. However, the City continues to refer its residents to several community-based organizations at the local level and within San Diego County, and staff continue to seek additional funding sources to provide public services.

The Housing Rehabilitation program was discontinued in 2011 following the recommendation of HUD. A small amount of program income funding is set aside to cover the staff costs for monitoring the loan portfolio and processing loan pay-off paperwork. Program income resulting from rehabilitation loan pay-offs in excess of the amount needed to fund portfolio management will be committed to other CDBG-eligible projects. The City continues to monitor the portfolio and process loan pay-off paperwork, as noted in the Con Plan.

The PR 26 – CDBG Financial Summary Report shows a total of $453,937 available in CDBG fund resources. These funds have been allocated to the projects and activities outlined in the Annual Action Plan. City staff assess high needs in the City through outreach, taking into consideration available resources and the objectives outlined in the Consolidated Plan, and make recommendations to the City Council.

CR-10: RACIAL AND ETHNIC COMPOSITION OF FAMILIES ASSISTED Describe the families assisted (including the racial and ethnic status of families assisted). 91.520(a) Table 3: Table of Assistance to Racial and Ethnic Populations by Source of Funds CDBG
White 278
Black or African American 72
Asian 5
American Indian or Native American 3
Native Hawaiian or Pacific Islander 0
Other 77
Total 435
Hispanic 100
Not Hispanic 335
Narrative:

The City of La Mesa identifies, prioritizes needs, and offers services and programs to eligible households regardless of race or ethnicity. The HUD CAPER template generates Table 3, and the information reported reflects demographic information provided by participants. The table did not provide a space for beneficiaries who identify as American Indian/Alaskan Native and White, Black/African American and White, American Indian or American Native and Black, or Multi-Racial.

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CR-15: RESOURCES AND INVESTMENTS 91.520(a)
Identify the resources made available
Table 4: Resources Made Available
Source of Funds Source Resources Made
Available
Amount Expended
During Program Year
CDBG Public – federal $640,308 $403,612.28
Narrative:

CDBG funds totaling $640,308 were used to further an ongoing capital improvement project in a lower-income neighborhood, provide fair housing services, manage a low-income home loan program, and support program administration. Although only $403,612.28 was spent during the program year, the remaining funds have already been programmed into capital improvement projects and will be expended in the following year.

Table 5: Identify the Geographic Distributions and Locations of Investments Target Areas Planned Percentage
of Allocations
Actual Percentage of
Allocation Narrative Description
- - - -
Narrative:

The 2024-2025 Annual Action Plan did not identify geographic target areas of distribution of investments. Given the limited number of eligible low- to moderate-income areas within the City and its compact size, the City has elected not to target specific areas for further investment.

With a total area of only nine square miles, La Mesa is relatively small geographically. All of the City's residential neighborhoods are situated within a distance of no more than four miles from each other. CDBG-eligible areas comprise nearly one-third of the City's total area and are spread evenly across the community.

Leveraging
Explain how federal funds leveraged additional resources (private, state, and local funds), including a description of how matching requirements were satisfied, as well as how any publicly owned land or property located within the Jurisdiction was used to address the needs identified in the plan.

While the CDBG program does not require matching funds, CDBG funds offer excellent opportunities to leverage private, local, state, and other federal funds to allow for the provision of public service activities. For example, many State housing programs have scoring criteria that reward applicants who have matching funds. In the past, La Mesa has been extremely successful in garnering matching infrastructure and transportation funds, and it will continue to seek such opportunities in the future, especially through SANDAG's TransNet funds, Caltrans HSIP and ATP funds, and local funds from La Mesa Park & Recreation Foundation.

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The City has been successful in obtaining grants and identifying other funds to commit to Consolidated Plan priorities for capital improvement projects. CDBG funding was utilized to complete the Collier Park Phase 2 project design, which in turn allowed the City to seek and obtain construction funding from multiple sources, notably $3 million in State Parks and Recreation funding and Proposition 68 funds. Furthermore, CDBG closed a significant funding gap for construction, without which the project would not have been able to move forward. La Mesa Park & Recreation funds were used to resurface the tennis court in Collier Park and restripe it for dual use as a pickleball court. Collier Park is publicly owned land located within the Jurisdiction of the City of La Mesa.

Public services subrecipients used private and other funds to leverage the City's CDBG Program funds. CSA coordinates Fair Housing services for multiple local jurisdictions and pools resources towards that use, which allows CSA to expand the scale of its work and more efficiently respond to the community.

CR-20: AFFORDABLE HOUSING 91.520(b)
Evaluation of the Jurisdiction's progress in providing affordable housing, including the number and types of families served, as well as the number of extremely low-income, low-income, moderate-income, and middle-income persons served.

Table 6: Number of Households
One–Year Goal Actual
Number of Homeless households to be provided with
affordable housing 0 0
Number of Non-homeless households to be provided
with affordable household units 0 147
Number of Special-Needs households to be provided
with affordable housing units 0 0
Total 0 147
Table 7: Number of Households Supported
One–Year Goal Actual
Number of households supported through Rental
Assistance 0 48
Number of households supported through the production
of New Units 0 147
Number of households supported through Rehab of
Existing Units 0 0
Number of households supported through the acquisition
of existing units 0 0
Total 0 195

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Discuss the differences between goals and outcomes, as well as the problems encountered in meeting these goals.

The City's affordable housing objective is to provide homeownership opportunities through a Down Payment and Closing Cost Assistance (DCCA) Program using HOME funds available through the County HOME Consortium. Prior to July 1, 2014, the City of La Mesa received an annual allocation of HOME funds for affordable housing activities. Under revised, more restrictive HUD regulations governing the use of HOME funds, the County now retains an entire HOME allocation awarded to the Consortium. It delivers funds directly to beneficiaries on a firstcome, first-served basis from any of the Consortium member jurisdictions. There were no firsttime homebuyers in La Mesa assisted through the HOME Program in 2024-2025.

In the past, the San Diego Housing Commission administered a first-time homebuyer program for La Mesa residents, and a number of loans to La Mesa households under both the former and current programs remain outstanding. Homebuyer assistance is now available to La Mesa residents through San Diego County Housing and Community Development. The City also issued loans to lower-income homeowners through a CDBG Housing Rehabilitation Program, of which four (4) loans are outstanding. The remaining balance of the Housing Rehabilitation loans is $117,017.

Due to limited funding, the City no longer provides rehabilitation assistance as part of the CDBG program. The City's Consolidated Plan identifies "Conserve the Housing Stock" and "Homeless Services" as low-priority needs to be programmed as funds become available.

Leveraging CDBG funds, La Mesa was provided with the additional resources to assist with its homeless population. Our HOME team was able to assist more people this year than they did in the previous fiscal year. The HOME team was able to secure 48 individuals with temporary or permanent housing.

Although CDBG funds were not directly used, the former police station was sold and facilitated the development of affordable housing consistent with the policies of the City's adopted General Plan, Redevelopment Plan, and Housing Element. All units are deed-restricted to income ranges from 30% to 70% of the area median income. The construction and move-in process of the 147-unit development was completed in this planning year.

Discuss how these outcomes will impact future annual action plans.

The City remains committed to continuing the Consolidated Plan policy of using CDBG funding for affordable housing and public improvements that benefit lower-income neighborhoods or special needs populations. At the current funding levels, this is the most efficient and effective strategy to leverage multiple funding sources, as described in Section CR-15, and to complete activities.

Include the number of extremely low-income, low-income, and moderate-income persons served by each Activity, where information on income by family size is required to determine eligibility for the Activity.

Table 8: Number of Households Served

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Number of Households Served CDBG Actual
Extremely Low-Income 421
Low-Income 13
Moderate – Income 1
Total 435
Narrative Information
HOME funding received through the County HOME Consortium is committed to this Activity, and in 2024, the City renewed participation in the San Diego HOME Consortium through 2026— the County contracts with the San Diego Housing Commission to provide the program in La Mesa.

The City's effort to conserve the existing supply of affordable housing includes several activities that are not funded through CDBG or HOME. The most important of these activities is the code enforcement program to ensure the quality of the rental housing stock. This program operates on a complaint basis as well as proactively through the Crime-Free Multi-family Housing Program.

The site of the former Police Department headquarters in the Downtown Village is ideally located for affordable housing. Redevelopment Agency housing set-aside funds were used to acquire the 1.27-acre site for housing. In 2019, the City circulated a request for developer qualifications for an affordable multi-family residential project, and in December 2021, a 100 percent affordable development consisting of 147 deed-restricted units was approved.

Construction was completed in early 2025, and move-in began in the Summer of 2025. Grand opening and final move-in dates are set for Fall of 2025.

The State of California's Density Bonus regulations encourage new affordable housing. In 2017, the City adopted an Affordable Homes Bonus Program to implement the Density Bonus regulations. This option has proven very popular with developers seeking to maximize residential density, particularly in urbanized areas and along transit corridors.

In 2023, the City adopted regulations to implement a State Law that allows for two-unit residential development and urban lot splits into single-family zones. The new rules supplement existing accessory dwelling unit (ADU) policies, which, when taken together, provide multiple options for adding density to single-family and multi-family residential sites. These policies are crucial to meeting the demand for affordable housing in densely populated areas, such as La Mesa. In 2024, the City issued a total of 135 new building permits for ADUs. The City of La Mesa also continues to offer a waiver of up to $2,000 on permit fees, and in 2024, issued a total of $268,683 in waivers.

Rental assistance is provided to low-income families through the Section 8 Housing Choice Voucher program, managed by the County of San Diego's Department of Housing and Community Development (HCD). Each year, the County reports the status of the program to the City of La Mesa. HCD reports that reduced Section 8 funding from HUD and an increase in the per-unit payment standards have affected the ability to meet demand. This year, 556 households are participating in the Housing Choice Voucher Program. As shown in Table 9.

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Table 9: Housing Choice Voucher Program
CR-25: HOMELESS AND OTHER SPECIAL NEEDS 91.220(d,e);

91.320(d,e); 91.520(c)
Evaluate the Jurisdiction's progress in meeting its specific objectives for reducing and ending homelessness through:

Reaching out to homeless persons (especially unsheltered persons) and assessing their individual needs
The City of La Mesa participates in the Regional Continuum of Care Council (RCCC), comprising 18 cities, the County of San Diego, non-profit service providers, and stakeholders.

The RCCC merged with the Regional Task Force on the Homeless (RTFH). RTFH is the regional Continuum of Care – designated Collaborative Applicant for HUD's CoC Program Find.

The RTFH coordinates and oversees the application process and develops and vets programs to address homelessness issues in the region. In delivering homeless services, the RTFH follows the continuum of care model that includes the following components: Outreach, Intake Assessment, Emergency Shelter, Transitional Housing, Permanent supportive housing, Permanent housing, and Employment supportive services.

The RTFH also oversees the collection of regional homeless data (through a contract with the Regional Task Force on the Homeless, which serves as a clearinghouse for regional information on homeless data and resources), identifies gaps in services, and leads strategic planning initiatives to move people from homelessness to permanent housing. The City will continue to work with the RTFH as staffing and resources allow, to provide support services and apply for funding to address (and end) homelessness in our region.

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In recent years, the number of unhoused individuals present in public spaces has increased as a result of a lack of affordable housing and a lack of services to serve vulnerable populations.

Despite a relatively strong local economy, homelessness continues to be present in the community. The pandemic significantly affected vulnerable populations, such as people experiencing homelessness.

The annual unsheltered Point-In-Time count was conducted by the Regional Taskforce on the Homeless, the region's Continuum of Care, in January 2025. The number of homeless in the community has remained fairly constant over the past two years, as shown in the 2025 Point in Time Count results table below.

Table 10: Point-in-time Count
Emergency
Shelter Save Haven Transitional Housing Unsheltered Total 2021 0 0 0 52 52
2022 1 0 17 35 53
2023 0 0 0 36 36
2024 8 0 6 53 67
2025 4 0 5 52 61
In recent years, La Mesa, along with the City of Vista and Townspeople, was awarded a total of $1.5 million ($336,809.25 directly to La Mesa) from RTFH as a result of an October 2023 grant funding application. In November 2023, the City received notification that the application had been deferred and that the RTFH staff would like to discuss other options to leverage available resources. Through those discussions, the City was able to develop a joint application for funding with Townspeople and the City of Vista. The funding will be used to create a Shared Housing Collaborative Pilot Program to house 60 people.

The Shared Housing Collaborative Pilot Program lends itself as a place where we can learn how to more effectively and expeditiously use master leasing and shared housing to facilitate faster movement of individuals from homelessness into housing. We propose to identify people experiencing homelessness who are willing to move into shared market-rate rentals throughout the City of La Mesa, the City of Vista, and other communities within San Diego County.

The proposed Pilot will establish a Master Leasing program that will provide housing for people experiencing chronic and acute needs (physical health and mental health) and offer a safe place to reside, increasing access to address other immediate needs. Master leasing can help reduce the 24/7 stress that comes with living on the streets and provides unsheltered community members with the opportunity to be in a safe place from which to prioritize seeking medical care.

Allowing a public or homeless service agency to master lease units can eliminate barriers associated with discrimination and increase access to affordable housing. The most significant barrier for housing service providers is access to affordable housing. By utilizing existing housing stock, housing placement bottlenecks will decrease. Additionally, there is potential for matching housemates for shared housing. Shared housing not only lowers the cost of living but can have a positive impact on well-being through increased social connectedness and support for formerly homeless tenants - raising the likelihood of housing retention.

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All elements noted under Shared Housing (i.e., Property Owner Engagement, Flexible Funding, Strategic Messaging, and Supportive Services) are applicable to the Master Leasing component of the Pilot. The funding will cover the cost of rent plus outreach, temporary shelter/motel expenses, housing navigation, transportation assistance, move-in kits, rental assistance, household furnishings, and stabilization services.

The Homeless Outreach and Mobile Engagement (HOME) Team is an initiative of the City of La Mesa and the La Mesa Police Department (LMPD). The HOME Team provides a housingfirst and trauma-informed approach to addressing homelessness in La Mesa. The HOME Team utilizes progressive engagement and harm reduction to assist individuals who are unable to access homeless services on their own. The HOME team responds to non-emergency situations.

The City of La Mesa employs a housing-first and trauma-informed approach that uses progressive engagement and harm reduction to assist individuals who are unable to access homeless services on their own. The HOME Team served a total of 365 clients during the program year and provided over 1,602 instances of Service. Additionally, the HOME team received over 2,007 service calls.

All clients receive services in accordance with local public health guidelines, including hygiene supplies and personal protective equipment such as face masks and hand sanitizer. All clients receive food, water, or other nutritional services. In some instances, accommodation is provided in short-term bridge housing, and direct financial assistance is provided for vehicle repair or the securement of new rental units. Clients receive transportation assistance for apartment viewings, shelter stays, program intake interviews, and other critical appointments via ridesharing service. The HOME Team also assists with acquiring and identifying documentation, a critical necessity for housing placement.

Addressing the emergency shelter and traditional housing needs of homeless people As mentioned above, numerous service providers and city staff assist homeless individuals and families living in La Mesa with outreach services. These services include obtaining affordable housing, finding residential substance abuse treatment centers, providing supportive housing for individuals with special needs, and offering emergency shelter in surrounding cities.

The strategy outlined above is a comprehensive approach toward the goal of transitioning individuals and families experiencing homelessness into temporary and permanent housing.

During the PY 2024, a total of 33 households (48 people) left the HOME program for a temporary or permanent placement. A total of 9 households (11 people) exited to temporary housing, defined as emergency shelter, transitional housing, or other locations that provide housing/shelter without tenure. A total of 24 households (37 people) transitioned to permanent housing, as defined by a leased unit meeting HUD's occupancy standards with or without supportive services, such as mental health counseling.

Housing matches provided through the Coordinated Entry System (CES) are a crucial part of the process for people attempting to access permanent housing. In short, a housing match is when a person is connected to a housing provider for assistance in the form of a subsidized room or ongoing rental assistance. Once a person has been matched through CES, the HOME Team does its best to help a client connect with the housing provider to complete the housing process. During this planning year, the HOME Team received 35 housing matches. Connecting people to housing without matches remains a significant challenge for the HOME Team.

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Helping low-income individuals and families avoid becoming homeless, especially extremely low-income individuals and families and those who are likely to become homeless after being discharged from publicly funded institutions and systems of care (such as health care facilities, mental health facilities, foster care, and other youth facilities, and corrections programs and institutions); and, receiving assistance from public or private agencies that address housing, health, social services, employment, education, or youth needs.

In FY 2024 - 2025, the City worked to expand and conserve its affordable housing inventory, especially affordable rental housing that benefits extremely low and low-income households that are most at risk of becoming homeless.

The RTFH also works closely with hospitals in the region to address their discharge policies and avoid discharging patients into homelessness.

The City made referrals to service-providing partners for rental assistance, job placement, intensive case management, and supportive services during the program year.

The Center for Social Advocacy (CSA), the City's fair housing service provider, has been responding to a high number of inquiries from residents related to rental issues. However, CSA reports that La Mesa residents have not been as concerned about rent moratoriums as residents of other jurisdictions. CSA also assists in dispute resolution between tenants and housing providers.

In the East County region, Home Start, Inc., Crisis House, East County Transitional Living Center, Interfaith Shelter, People Assisting the Homeless, and CSA offer a variety of services that assist individuals and families at risk of becoming homeless. Other community partners include churches, mental health service providers, and schools. The City is also an active member of the Regional Task Force as well as the East County Task Force on the Homeless.

Helping homeless persons (especially chronically homeless individuals and families, families with children, veterans and their families, and unaccompanied youth) make the transition to permanent housing and independent living, including shortening the period of time that individuals and families experience homelessness, facilitating access for homeless individuals and families to affordable housing units, and preventing individuals and families who were recently homeless from becoming homeless again.

La Mesa adopts a housing-first approach to reducing homelessness in the community. The HOME team maintains frequent contact with homeless individuals and families.

Regionally, the Regional Task Force on the Homeless (RTFH) coordinates efforts to address homelessness in San Diego County as the HUD-designated Continuum of Care. The RTFH manages the application for, receipt, and distribution of federal and other grant funds, including the Homeless Super Notice of Funding Availability. The RTFH coordinates services and funding for people without homes to move people from homelessness to permanent housing.

Chronically homeless persons require rehabilitation services, employment training and placement, health services, and case management to move from homelessness to transitional housing and supportive/permanent housing. The City supports the RTFH's strategy for constructing housing facilities that help transition chronically homeless persons to a stable housing situation and receive supportive services to improve their employment skills.

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In East County, Crisis House, East County Transitional Living Center, and CSA provide a range of services to support individuals and families at risk of homelessness.

CR-30: PUBLIC HOUSING 91.220(h); 91.320(j)
Actions taken to address the needs of public housing
There are no public housing units located in the City of La Mesa.

Actions taken to encourage public housing residents to become more involved in management and participate in homeownership
There are no public housing units located in the City of La Mesa.

Actions taken to provide assistance to troubled PHAs
There are no public housing units located in the City of La Mesa.

CR-35: OTHER ACTIONS 91.220(j)-(k); 91.320(i)-(j)
Actions taken to remove or ameliorate the negative effects of public policies that serve as barriers to affordable housing, such as land use controls, tax policies affecting land, zoning ordinances, building codes, fees and charges, growth limitations, and policies affecting the return on residential investment. 91.220 (j); 91.320 (i) The City has little influence over market constraints but can provide incentives or assistance to overcome those impacts. Significant potential governmental constraints to affordable housing development may include land use policies governed by the Land Use Element of the City's General Plan, zoning and development codes, development and planning fees imposed by the City, and growth management policies.

The State of California has been aggressive in adopting new legislation requiring local cities and counties to provide more affordable housing and to relax development standards for accessory dwelling units. The City has adopted a Housing Element that identifies sufficient capacity to accommodate a Regional Housing Needs Allocation (RHNA) of 3,797 units over an 8-year planning period. The Housing Element is a State-mandated policy component of each City's General Plan. It provides direction for the implementation of programs to meet existing and projected future housing needs for all income levels within the City. The Housing Element identifies actions the City will take to accommodate growth, encourage the development of new housing units, preserve existing housing stock, and provide assistance to support the existing population.

Accessory dwelling units are an underutilized form of affordable housing and are crucial to meeting the demand for affordable housing in densely developed areas, such as La Mesa. In 2020, the City adopted new accessory dwelling unit (ADU) and junior accessory dwelling unit (JADU) ordinances that provide parking and building setback reductions, as well as other incentives, to encourage the development of new ADUs. The City also waives sewer connection fees for all deed-restricted units, as well as sewer connection and park impact fees for all units

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in 100% deed-restricted affordable projects. The City also subsidizes the first $2,000 in permit fees for ADUs and has developed an ADU Guidebook to aid homeowners interested in building on their property. Additionally, published preapproved ADU plans and continues to accept preapproved plans from other cities to assist La Mesa residents in expediting the process.

In January 2022, the City adopted new regulations implementing CA Senate Bill No. 9, which provides for two-unit residential development in single-family zones. The additional density is allowed through a ministerial process and can also be accomplished by a lot split.

The State's Density Bonus regulations encourage the development of new affordable housing.

In 2017, the City adopted an Affordable Homes Bonus Program (AHBP) to implement those regulations. The AHBP streamlines development review and incentivizes projects that maximize residential density, particularly those located along transit corridors.

The City's Mixed Use Overlay Zone (MUOZ) facilitates the development of moderate-income housing by providing areas where higher-density housing is allowed—the MUOZ clusters pedestrian-friendly development along existing transit corridors.

The City of La Mesa works to remove barriers to affordable housing and the financial impact of efforts to protect public health and safety by reducing costs or providing offsetting financial incentives to assist in producing safe, high-quality, affordable housing.

Actions taken to address obstacles to meeting underserved needs. 91.220(k); 91.320(j) According to the US Census and American Community Survey data, approximately 17% of La Mesa residents are senior citizens. As a group, La Mesa's seniors are more likely to be lower income, have difficulties with managing housing, and struggle to meet the demands of daily living. The City operates a successful Adult Enrichment Center that provides a broad range of individual and group services and activities, as well as access to other community resources and agencies serving older adults.

In 2019, the City adopted a Livable La Mesa project through AARP's Livable Communities Initiative, with support from the San Diego Foundation Age-Friendly Communities Program.

This initiative is an affiliate of the World Health Organization's Global Network of Age-Friendly States and Communities, an international effort launched in 2006 to help cities prepare for their own and the world's growing population of older adults. AARP's Network of Age-Friendly Communities targets improvements in eight domains that influence the health and quality of life of older adults. The project culminates in the development of an Action Plan to identify steps needed to help make La Mesa a more livable community for all ages in the areas of Outdoor Spaces and Buildings, Social and Civic Participation, Community Information, Housing, Transportation, and Health & Wellness. Implementation is currently underway.

Each year, the City undertakes repairs and improvements to public buildings, sidewalks, and traffic signals to enhance accessibility for people with disabilities. The program is supported by CDBG funding and other city resources.

One of the most pressing underserved needs in the San Diego region is affordable housing. A typical obstacle to meeting this need is the lack of land zoned for higher-density residential development. To address this obstacle, the City has adopted mixed-use zoning with a higherdensity residential component along transit corridors. The mixed-use zoning regulations apply to approximately 600 parcels with substantial under-utilized development capacity. Ten (10)

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affordable housing projects are either underway or in the planning stages, which are along mixed-use transit corridors. This helps reduce automobile dependence and expands housing opportunities for seniors and lower-income households.

Actions taken to reduce lead-based paint hazards. 91.220(k); 91.320(j) Lead-based paint information has been placed on the City's website, including the Environmental Protection Agency Lead-Safe Certification Program rules regarding residential renovation and links to the San Diego County Health Department's Childhood Lead Poisoning Prevention Program. A countertop brochure provides lead-safe information at the Building/Planning/Engineering public counter at City Hall.

Actions taken to reduce the number of poverty-level families. 91.220(k); 91.320(j) La Mesa's actions have a limited direct impact on reducing the number of poverty-level families; however, it contributes to a more regional reduction in the number of poverty-level families by working effectively with other cities and community-based organizations in San Diego County.

The effects of the policies of the County, state, and federal governments have a significantly greater impact. However, the City continues to support the production of new affordable housing. Currently, eight private developers are planning new projects that include affordable housing units utilizing the state's density bonus program.

In addition, the City sponsors programs for special needs populations, housing, and community development. The City is pursuing an economic development strategy to retain and expand local business opportunities. This long-term project is aimed at providing a full spectrum of jobs in the community. These activities could have a positive impact on low- and very low-income households.

Actions taken to develop institutional structure. 91.220(k); 91.320(j) The City of La Mesa strives to foster and maintain relationships with other agencies to establish an institutional structure that maximizes its resources. Many organizations play a crucial role in implementing the City's Consolidated Plan strategy and the component Annual Action Plan (public agencies, non-profit organizations, and private industry). These organizations include service providers for people experiencing homelessness, youth, elderly, veterans, and healthcare. La Mesa works with a variety of public agencies at all levels of government to further local and regional community development goals. These are summarized as follows:
• In 2023, the City renewed participation in the San Diego HOME Consortium through 2025-2026.
• The City of La Mesa and the Metropolitan Transit System (MTS) continue to collaborate on enhancing the transit system and infrastructure in La Mesa. In partnership with MTS, the City completed a feasibility study for housing development at two underutilized trolley stations. A 100-percent affordable housing development is currently in the planning stages on one of those sites.
• The City is collaborating with local school districts to develop joint-use agreements for the use of school grounds and recreation resources. Construction was completed in 2018 on a new Boys and Girls Club in a joint-use park at the La Mesa Arts Academy (formerly La Mesa Middle School).

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• The City continues to work with local school sites to improve the "Safe Routes to School" (SRS) infrastructure. State grant funding has paid for several SRS capital improvements.
• The City is working with the La Mesa Park & Recreation Foundation to fund ongoing maintenance and improvements in the City's park system. • The City continues to work with downtown businesses and property owners to reach a consensus on activities and improvements planned for the downtown area. • City staff assigned to CDBG Administration and the HOME Program meet quarterly with their counterparts in other jurisdictions. These meetings provide an opportunity to foster cooperation and learning between agency staff.
• The City participates with other local HUD entitlement jurisdictions in the preparation of periodic fair housing documents (Regional Equity Plan, Analysis of Impediments to Fair Housing Choice, etc.).

Public agencies, for-profit, and non-profit private organizations all play a part in providing affordable housing, community development, and support services. No gaps in institutional structure have been identified. Collaborations among these groups have helped to enhance the coordination and delivery of services. The City participates in regional planning groups and forums to foster collaboration with other agencies and organizations. Through collaboration, the City identifies common goals and strategies to avoid overlaps in services and programs and identifies the potential for leveraging resources. To help bridge the funding gap, the City proactively pursues funding at the local, state, and Federal levels to leverage CDBG funds. For example, efforts to achieve a Housing Element certification from the State Department of Housing and Community Development (HCD) were intended to maintain the City's eligibility for State housing funds. Public/private partnership also represents an important strategy for bridging the funding gap and fostering collaboration.

Actions taken to enhance coordination between public and private housing and social service agencies. 91.220(k); 91.320(j)
The City's Fair Housing services provider, CSA, responds to concerns from landlords and tenants. City staff maintains close communication with CSA staff regarding individual cases, training opportunities, and community needs. Both City staff and CSA staff attend quarterly meetings of the San Diego Regional Alliance for Fair Housing.

Identify actions taken to overcome the effects of any impediments identified in the Jurisdiction's analysis of impediments to fair housing choice. 91.520(a) An Analysis of Impediments to Fair Housing Choice (AI) was completed for the San Diego County region in 2020. This collaborative effort represents the shared commitment of the communities within San Diego County to provide equal housing opportunities for existing and future residents. The Impediments to fair housing identified in the AI are addressed in the General Plan, with timeframes for completion. Impediments will be addressed through the City's planning process.
• Due to the geographic disparity in rent levels, concentrations of Housing Choice Voucher use have occurred.
• Housing choices for special needs groups, especially persons with disabilities, are limited.
• Enforcement activities are limited.

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• Various land use policies, zoning provisions, and development regulations may affect the range of housing choices available.

The City has an established relationship with CSA to provide fair housing services on behalf of the City. This past year, the agency assisted 69 clients with one-on-one fair housing and landlord/tenant housing counseling.

CR-40: MONITORING 91.220 AND 91.230
Describe the standards and procedures used to monitor activities carried out in furtherance of the plan and used to ensure long-term compliance with requirements of the programs involved, including minority business outreach and the comprehensive planning requirements.

Project monitoring is an important component of the implementation of the CDBG program. The City monitors all funded projects at least once each year. Monitoring of public service activities includes a visit to the office where the project is administered, as well as the site where the project is delivered. In alternate years, a desk audit is performed. For the program year 2024, City staff conducted a virtual monitoring. Capital improvement projects are managed by City staff and monitored internally. Financial auditing (single-audit) of federally funded activities is performed annually by an independent accountant. During the program year, no businesses were engaged using CDBG funding. No minority outreach was conducted. Staff annually reviews comprehensive planning requirements and policies to ensure ongoing compliance with the CDBG funding program.

Citizen Participation Plan 91.105(d); 91.115(d)
Describe the efforts to provide citizens with reasonable notice and an opportunity to comment on performance reports.

The Citizen Participation Plan was updated with the development of the 2025-2029 Consolidated Plan. In following the adopted participation plan, the City provided the community with reasonable notice and an opportunity to comment on the performance report.

Per the adopted Citizen and Community Participation Plan, the City of La Mesa held two public hearings in order to obtain on February 27, 2024, and April 9, 2024. Together, the meetings and public hearings addressed housing and community development needs, the development of proposed activities, strategies, and actions for affirmatively furthering fair housing, and a review of program performance.

The Consolidated Annual Performance and Evaluation Report (CAPER) had a 15-day review and comment period. The CAPER was noticed using the Citizen and Community Participation Plan. The Notice to the Public Review and Comment Period was published in the local newspaper, providing notice that the CAPER was available for public review and comment for 15 days—the notice provided for disability-related modifications or accommodations, as well as translation services. The notice was also posted in city buildings, on public notice display boards, and on the City's website. The website is ADA-compliant and features a convenient translation tool for content in any language.

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A summary of the program's accomplishments for the 2024 -2025 program year was posted on the City website, including the project name, expenditure, beneficiaries, and national objectives.

The draft CAPER was made available for public review for a 15-day comment period beginning on September 4, 2025. Residents were provided with reasonable notice and an opportunity to submit comments. A Public Hearing was held on September 23, 2025. Notification of the availability of the FY 2024-2025 CAPER was published in the Daily Transcript and posted on the City's website.

No verbal or written comments were received. Copies of the Notice of Public Hearing, Public Review and Comment Period are located in Appendix C.

CR-45: CDBG 91.520(c)
Specify the nature of and reasons for any changes in the Jurisdiction's program objectives, as well as indications of how the Jurisdiction would modify its programs in response to its experiences.

Infrastructure improvements in low- and moderate-income neighborhoods are the City's most important community development need and were identified in the FY 2020-2025 Consolidated Plan as the highest priority. Accordingly, CDBG funds have primarily supported multi-year capital improvement campaigns in eligible areas.

Does this Jurisdiction have any open Brownfields Economic Development Initiative (BEDI) grants?
No
[BEDI grantees] Describe accomplishments and program outcomes during the last year.

N/A
CR-58: SECTION 3
Identify the number of individuals assisted and the types of assistance provided Table 11: Total Labor Hours
Total Labor Hours CDBG HOME ESG HOPWA HTF
Total Number of Activities 5 0 0 0 0
Total Labor Hours 160
Total Section 3 Worker Hours 160
Total Targeted Section 3 Worker Hours 160
Table 12: Qualitative Efforts – Number of Activities by Program Qualitative Efforts – Number of Activities by
Program CDBG HOME ESG HOPWA HTF
Outreach efforts to generate job applicants who
are Public Housing Targeted Workers
Outreach efforts to generate job applicants who
are Other Funding Targeted Workers.

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Direct, on-the-job training (including
apprenticeships).

Indirect training includes arranging for,
contracting for, or paying tuition for off-site
training.

Technical assistance to help Section 3 workers
compete for jobs (e.g., resume assistance,
coaching).

Outreach efforts to identify and secure bids from
Section 3 business concerns.

Technical assistance to help Section 3 business
concerns understand and bid on contracts.

Division of contracts into smaller jobs to
facilitate participation by Section 3 business
concerns.

Provided residents with assistance in seeking
employment, including drafting resumes,
preparing for interviews, finding job
opportunities, and connecting them to job
placement services.

Held one or more job fairs.

Provided or connected residents with supportive
services that offer direct assistance or referrals.

Provided or connected residents with supportive
services that provide one or more of the
following: work readiness, health screenings,
interview clothing, uniforms, test fees, and
transportation.

Assisted residents with finding child care.

Assisted residents in applying for or attending a
community college or a four-year educational
institution.

Assisted residents in applying for or attending
vocational/technical training.

Assisted residents in obtaining financial literacy
training and/or coaching.

Bonding assistance, guarantees, or other efforts
to support viable bids from Section 3 business
concerns.

Provided residents with training on computer
use and online technologies.

Promoting the use of a business registry
designed to create opportunities for
disadvantaged and small businesses.

Outreach, engagement, or referrals with the
state one-stop system, as designed in Section
121(e)(2) of the Workforce Innovation and
Opportunity Act.

Other.

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PGM Year: 2019
Project: 0001 - Collier Park Phase 2
IDIS Activity: 375 - Collier Park Improvements Phase 2
Status: Completed 6/30/2025 12:00:00 AM Objective: Create suitable living environments U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development Date: 17-Sep-2025 Office of Community Planning and Development Time: 7:55 Integrated Disbursement and Information System Page: 1
CDBG Activity Summary Report (GPR) for Program Year 2024

LA MESA
Location: 4401 Palm Ave La Mesa, CA 91941-6506 Outcome: Availability/accessibility Matrix Code: Parks, Recreational Facilities (03F) National Objective: LMA Activity to prevent, prepare for, and respond to Coronavirus: No Initial Funding Date: 12/12/2019
Description:

To finalize design and begin construction on a second phase of improvements adjacent to the recently rehabilitated panhandle portion of the park.

The scope of work includes grading, a restroom, additional parking, landscaping, and security upgrades.

Financing
Fund Type Grant Year Grant Funded Amount Drawn In Program Year Drawn Thru Program Year CDBG EN 2019 B19MC060551 $378,000.00 $329.45 $378,000.00 LA 2019 B19MC060551 $25,465.55 $61.56 $25,465.55
Total Total $403,465.55 $391.01 $403,465.55
Proposed Accomplishments
Public Facilities : 1
Total Population in Service Area: 2,090
Census Tract Percent Low / Mod: 65.55
Annual Accomplishments
Years Accomplishment Narrative # Benefitting
2019 In program year 2019, design work continued on the Collier Park Improvement project and work began on installation of a new restroom. 2020 In program year 2020, the project design was refined in response to additional funding received and to changes in project construction costs. 2021 In program year 2021, the project design was revised in response to additional funding received in 2020. 2022 In program year 2022-23, Collier Park Phase 2 design was completed, grading operations were completed, and new restroom facilities installed. 2023 In PY 2023-2024 the Collier Park construction was completed. 2024
Collier Park Constructions was completed in FY 2023. Project Close began in FY 2024. Collier Park is the oldest of La Mesa's parks. Until 2017, the renovation of the "panhandle" entrance at Palm & Pasadena had not undergone any upgrade since the 1990s, other than resurfacing the 1950s court to add pickleball lines in 2014. The planned renovation of this neighborhood park is part of a long-term project to improve and update the park based on community input through a master plan started in 2008, and adopted in 2013, with additional input gathered in 2018. Surveys reflected a number of community interests, including tennis, playgrounds, safety, and pickleball. A number of funding resources from park development fees, Federal Community Development Block Grants (CDBG), La Mesa Park and Recreation Foundation donations (for the new playground), CA Department of Parks and Recreation Local Assistance Specified Grant funds, and CA Proposition 68 Land and Water Bond funds were used to fund this project.

The project included: replacing the restroom, court, and playground: improving the topography to improve park drainage, visibility, and creating ADA accessible access throughout the park: installing security cameras, lighting, parking, picnic shelters, pathways/sidewalks, and plazas: park drainage, and adding landscaping, including a mix of turf, trees, low water vegetation, and storm water quality features. To accommodate these improvements, some areas of the park will have a grade change from their existing levels.

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PGM Year: 2023
Project: 0001 - Collier Park Improvements Phase 2
IDIS Activity: 395 - Collier Park Improvements Phase 2 (2023) Status: Completed 6/30/2025 12:00:00 AM Objective: Create suitable living environments Location: 4401 Palm Ave La Mesa, CA 91941-6506 Outcome: Availability/accessibility Matrix Code: Parks, Recreational Facilities (03F) National Objective: LMA Activity to prevent, prepare for, and respond to Coronavirus: No Initial Funding Date: 04/29/2024
Description:

Continued implementation of the Collier Park Master Plan with Phase 2 improvements to rehabilitate the park.

The scope of work includes grading and landscaping, new facilities, additional parking, roadway improvements, and security upgrades.

Financing
Fund Type Grant Year Grant Funded Amount Drawn In Program Year Drawn Thru Program Year CDBG EN 2022 B22MC060551 $7,817.90 $7,817.90 $7,817.90
2023 B23MC060551 $309,413.10 $309,413.10 $309,413.10
Total Total $317,231.00 $317,231.00 $317,231.00
Proposed Accomplishments
Public Facilities : 1
Total Population in Service Area: 2,090
Census Tract Percent Low / Mod: 65.55
Annual Accomplishments
Years Accomplishment Narrative # Benefitting
2023 FY 2023 CDBG funds will be used to complete a second phase of improvements at Collier Park. 2024 Collier Park Constructions was completed in FY 2023. Project Close began in FY 2024. Collier Park is the oldest of La Mesa's parks. Until 2017, the i f h " h dl " P l & P d h d d d i h 1990 h h f i h 19 0

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PGM Year: 2023
Project: 0003 - Sidewalk Improvements
IDIS Activity: 399 - Sidewalk Improvements (2023)
Status: Open Objective: Create suitable living environments Location: 8130 Allison Ave La Mesa, CA 91942-5502 Outcome: Availability/accessibility Matrix Code: Sidewalks (03L) National Objective: LMA
Activity to prevent, prepare for, and respond to Coronavirus: No Initial Funding Date: 09/23/2024
Description:

The City's Sidewalk Master Plan Map identifies streets where pedestrian connectivity needs improvement.

Eligible areas where sidewalk gaps occur include portions of Aztec Drive, Gateside Road, and Amarillo Avenue.

Financing
Fund Type Grant Year Grant Funded Amount Drawn In Program Year Drawn Thru Program Year CDBG EN 2023 B23MC060551 $75,000.00 $0.00 $0.00
Total Total $75,000.00 $0.00 $0.00
Proposed Accomplishments
Public Facilities : 1
Total Population in Service Area: 5,095
Census Tract Percent Low / Mod: 58.68
Annual Accomplishments
Years Accomplishment Narrative # Benefitting
2023 Project to be carried out during Program Year 2024-2025.

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PGM Year: 2024
Project: 0001 - Sidewalk Improvements
IDIS Activity: 400 - Sidewalk Improvements (2024)
Status: Open Objective: Create suitable living environments Location: 8130 Allison Ave La Mesa, CA 91942-5502 Outcome: Availability/accessibility Matrix Code: Sidewalks (03L) National Objective: LMA
Activity to prevent, prepare for, and respond to Coronavirus: No Initial Funding Date: 10/22/2024
Description:

The City's Sidewalk Master Plan Map identifies streets where pedestrian connectivity needs improvement.

Eligible areas where sidewalk gaps occur include portions of Aztec Drive, Gateside Road, and Amarillo Avenue.

Financing
Fund Type Grant Year Grant Funded Amount Drawn In Program Year Drawn Thru Program Year CDBG EN 2023 B23MC060551 $13,616.85 $0.00 $0.00
2024 B24MC060551 $224,320.15 $0.00 $0.00
Total Total $237,937.00 $0.00 $0.00
Proposed Accomplishments
Public Facilities : 1
Total Population in Service Area: 4,325
Census Tract Percent Low / Mod: 68.55
Annual Accomplishments
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PGM Year: 2024
Project: 0002 - Nancy Drive Street Improvements
IDIS Activity: 401 - Nancy Drive Street Improvements (2024) Status: Open Objective: Create suitable living environments Location: 6002 Nancy Dr La Mesa, CA 91942-3820 Outcome: Availability/accessibility Matrix Code: Street Improvements (03K) National Objective: LMA Activity to prevent, prepare for, and respond to Coronavirus: No Initial Funding Date: 10/24/2024
Description:

Nancy Drive is located in an eligible neighborhood.

Water runoff has caused the road surface to degrade.

To prevent further deterioration of the street surface, installation of concrete gutter extensions is proposed.

The gutter extensions will provide a greater drainage surface.

Financing
Fund Type Grant Year Grant Funded Amount Drawn In Program Year Drawn Thru Program Year CDBG EN 2024 B24MC060551 $150,000.00 $0.00 $0.00
Total Total $150,000.00 $0.00 $0.00
Proposed Accomplishments
People (General) : 1
Total Population in Service Area: 4,855
Census Tract Percent Low / Mod: 51.39
Annual Accomplishments
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PGM Year: 2024
Project: 0004 - Fair Housing (CSA San Diego County)
IDIS Activity: 402 - Fair Housing (CSA San Diego County) (2024) Status: Completed 6/30/2025 12:00:00 AM Objective: Provide decent affordable housing Location: 8130 Allison Ave La Mesa, CA 91942-5502 Outcome: Affordability Matrix Code: Fair Housing Activities (if CDBG, then
bj 1 % ) (0 J)
National Objective: LMC
Activity to prevent, prepare for, and respond to Coronavirus: No Initial Funding Date: 10/24/2024
Description:

The Center for Social Advocacy (CSA) of San Diego County provides fair housing services to the City.

Financing
Fund Type Grant Year Grant Funded Amount Drawn In Program Year Drawn Thru Program Year CDBG EN 2024 B24MC060551 $30,000.00 $30,000.00 $30,000.00 Total Total $30,000.00 $30,000.00 $30,000.00
Proposed Accomplishments
People (General) : 1
Actual Accomplishments
Owner Renter Total Person Number assisted: Total Hispanic Total Hispanic Total Hispanic Total Hispanic White: 0 0 0 0 0 0 39 5
Black/African American: 0 0 0 0 0 0 8 2
Asian: 0 0 0 0 0 0 1 0
American Indian/Alaskan Native: 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0
Native Hawaiian/Other Pacific Islander: 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 American Indian/Alaskan Native & White: 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 Asian White: 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0
Black/African American & White: 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0
American Indian/Alaskan Native & Black/African American: 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 Other multi-racial: 0 0 0 0 0 0 21 9
Asian/Pacific Islander: 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0
Hispanic: 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0
Total: 0 0 0 0 0 0 69 16
Female-headed Households: 0 0 0
Income Category:

Owner Renter Total Person
Extremely Low 0 0 0 55
Low Mod 0 0 0 13
Moderate 0 0 0 1
Non Low Moderate 0 0 0 0
Total 0 0 0 69
Percent Low/Mod 100.0%
Annual Accomplishments
Years Accomplishment Narrative # Benefitting
2025 CSA San Diego provided fair housing assistance to 848 individuals, 69 of whom were residents of La Mesa. CSA San Diego provided outreach

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PGM Year: 2024
Project: 0005 - Program Administration
IDIS Activity: 403 - Program Administration
Status: Completed 6/30/2025 12:00:00 AM Objective:

Location: , Outcome:

Matrix Code: General Program Administration (21A) National Objective:

Activity to prevent, prepare for, and respond to Coronavirus: No Initial Funding Date: 10/24/2024
Description:

Administrative activities include preparing the Consolidated Plan, annual plans and reports, public outreach, environmental review of projects, labor compliance monitoring, contract administration, subrecipient monitoring, and fair housing testing.

Staff also maintains and updates the low-moderate eligible areas map.

Financing
Fund Type Grant Year Grant Funded Amount Drawn In Program Year Drawn Thru Program Year

CDBG EN
2021 B21MC060551 $3.00 $3.00 $3.00
2022 B22MC060551 $15,000.00 $15,000.00 $15,000.00
2023 B23MC060551 $27,179.10 $27,179.10 $27,179.10
2024 B24MC060551 $7,817.90 $7,817.90 $7,817.90
Total Total $50,000.00 $50,000.00 $50,000.00
Proposed Accomplishments
Actual Accomplishments
Owner Renter Total Person Number assisted: Total Hispanic Total Hispanic Total Hispanic Total Hispanic White: 0 0
Black/African American: 0 0
Asian: 0 0
American Indian/Alaskan Native: 0 0
Native Hawaiian/Other Pacific Islander: 0 0
American Indian/Alaskan Native & White: 0 0
Asian White: 0 0
Black/African American & White: 0 0
American Indian/Alaskan Native & Black/African American: 0 0 Other multi-racial: 0 0
Asian/Pacific Islander: 0 0
Hispanic: 0 0
Total: 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0
Female-headed Households: 0
Income Category:

Owner Renter Total Person
Extremely Low 0
Low Mod 0
Moderate 0
Non Low Moderate 0
Total 0 0 0 0
Percent Low/Mod
Annual Accomplishments
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PGM Year: 2024
Project: 0006 - Housing Rehabilitation Loan Program Administration IDIS Activity: 404 - Housing Rehabilitation Loan Program Administration (2024) Status: Completed 6/30/2025 12:00:00 AM Objective:

Location: , Outcome:

Matrix Code: General Program Administration (21A) National Objective:

Activity to prevent, prepare for, and respond to Coronavirus: No Initial Funding Date: 10/24/2024
Description:

Loan portfolio management for the housing rehabilitation program.

Financing
Fund Type Grant Year Grant Funded Amount Drawn In Program Year Drawn Thru Program Year CDBG EN 2024 B24MC060551 $5,990.27 $5,990.27 $5,990.27
Total Total $5,990.27 $5,990.27 $5,990.27
Proposed Accomplishments
Actual Accomplishments
Owner Renter Total Person Number assisted: Total Hispanic Total Hispanic Total Hispanic Total Hispanic White: 0 0
Black/African American: 0 0
Asian: 0 0
American Indian/Alaskan Native: 0 0
Native Hawaiian/Other Pacific Islander: 0 0
American Indian/Alaskan Native & White: 0 0
Asian White: 0 0
Black/African American & White: 0 0
American Indian/Alaskan Native & Black/African American: 0 0 Other multi-racial: 0 0
Asian/Pacific Islander: 0 0
Hispanic: 0 0
Total: 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0
Female-headed Households: 0
Income Category: Owner Renter Total Person
Extremely Low 0
Low Mod 0
Moderate 0
Non Low Moderate 0
Total 0 0 0 0
Percent Low/Mod
Annual Accomplishments
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PGM Year: 2024
Project: 0003 - Homeless Services
IDIS Activity: 405 - Homeless Services
Status: Completed 6/30/2025 12:00:00 AM Objective: Create suitable living environments Location: 8130 Allison Ave La Mesa, CA 91942-5502 Outcome: Availability/accessibility Matrix Code: Operating Costs of Homeless/AIDS
P i P (03T)
National Objective: LMC
Activity to prevent, prepare for, and respond to Coronavirus: Yes Initial Funding Date: 04/01/2025
Description:

Support for the homeless and those at risk from becoming homeless to prevent, prepare for, and respond to COVID-19 by providing guidance, shelter, and care.

Financing
Fund Type Grant Year Grant Funded Amount Drawn In Program Year Drawn Thru Program Year CDBG EN 2020 B20MW060551 $166,372.01 $166,372.01 $166,372.01 Total Total $166,372.01 $166,372.01 $166,372.01
Proposed Accomplishments
People (General) : 20
Actual Accomplishments
Owner Renter Total Person Number assisted: Total Hispanic Total Hispanic Total Hispanic Total Hispanic White: 0 0 0 0 0 0 239 83
Black/African American: 0 0 0 0 0 0 64 1
Asian: 0 0 0 0 0 0 4 0
American Indian/Alaskan Native: 0 0 0 0 0 0 3 0
Native Hawaiian/Other Pacific Islander: 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 American Indian/Alaskan Native & White: 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 Asian White: 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0
Black/African American & White: 0 0 0 0 0 0 4 0
American Indian/Alaskan Native & Black/African American: 0 0 0 0 0 0 4 0 Other multi-racial: 0 0 0 0 0 0 48 0
Asian/Pacific Islander: 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0
Hispanic: 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0
Total: 0 0 0 0 0 0 366 84
Female-headed Households: 0 0 0
Income Category:

Owner Renter Total Person
Extremely Low 0 0 0 366
Low Mod 0 0 0 0
Moderate 0 0 0 0
Non Low Moderate 0 0 0 0
Total Drawn In Program Year: $569,984.29
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Total 0 0 0 366
Percent Low/Mod 100.0%
Annual Accomplishments
Years Accomplishment Narrative # Benefitting
2025 The Homeless Outreach and Mobile Engagement (HOME) Team is an initiative of the City of La Mesa and La Mesa Police Department (LMPD). The Total Funded Amount: $5,786,635.32
Total Drawn Thru Program Year: $5,323,698.32

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PR26 - CDBG Financial Summary Report
U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development
Office of Community Planning and Development
Integrated Disbursement and Information System
DATE:

TIME:

PAGE: 1
8:06
09-17-25
Program Year 2024

LA MESA , CA
Metrics
Grantee
Program Year
PART I: SUMMARY OF CDBG RESOURCES
01 UNEXPENDED CDBG FUNDS AT END OF PREVIOUS PROGRAM YEAR 02 ENTITLEMENT GRANT
03 SURPLUS URBAN RENEWAL
04 SECTION 108 GUARANTEED LOAN FUNDS
05 CURRENT YEAR PROGRAM INCOME
05a CURRENT YEAR SECTION 108 PROGRAM INCOME (FOR SI TYPE) 06 FUNDS RETURNED TO THE LINE-OF-CREDIT
06a FUNDS RETURNED TO THE LOCAL CDBG ACCOUNT
07 ADJUSTMENT TO COMPUTE TOTAL AVAILABLE
08 TOTAL AVAILABLE (SUM, LINES 01-07)
PART II: SUMMARY OF CDBG EXPENDITURES
09 DISBURSEMENTS OTHER THAN SECTION 108 REPAYMENTS AND PLANNING/ADMINISTRATION 10 ADJUSTMENT TO COMPUTE TOTAL AMOUNT SUBJECT TO LOW/MOD BENEFIT 11 AMOUNT SUBJECT TO LOW/MOD BENEFIT (LINE 09 + LINE 10) 12 DISBURSED IN IDIS FOR PLANNING/ADMINISTRATION
13 DISBURSED IN IDIS FOR SECTION 108 REPAYMENTS
14 ADJUSTMENT TO COMPUTE TOTAL EXPENDITURES
15 TOTAL EXPENDITURES (SUM, LINES 11-14)
16 UNEXPENDED BALANCE (LINE 08 - LINE 15)
PART III: LOWMOD BENEFIT THIS REPORTING PERIOD
17 EXPENDED FOR LOW/MOD HOUSING IN SPECIAL AREAS
18 EXPENDED FOR LOW/MOD MULTI-UNIT HOUSING
19 DISBURSED FOR OTHER LOW/MOD ACTIVITIES
20 ADJUSTMENT TO COMPUTE TOTAL LOW/MOD CREDIT
21 TOTAL LOW/MOD CREDIT (SUM, LINES 17-20)
22 PERCENT LOW/MOD CREDIT (LINE 21/LINE 11)

LOW/MOD BENEFIT FOR MULTI-YEAR CERTIFICATIONS
23 PROGRAM YEARS(PY) COVERED IN CERTIFICATION
24 CUMULATIVE NET EXPENDITURES SUBJECT TO LOW/MOD BENEFIT CALCULATION 25 CUMULATIVE EXPENDITURES BENEFITING LOW/MOD PERSONS
26 PERCENT BENEFIT TO LOW/MOD PERSONS (LINE 25/LINE 24) PART IV: PUBLIC SERVICE (PS) CAP CALCULATIONS
27 DISBURSED IN IDIS FOR PUBLIC SERVICES
28 PS UNLIQUIDATED OBLIGATIONS AT END OF CURRENT PROGRAM YEAR 29 PS UNLIQUIDATED OBLIGATIONS AT END OF PREVIOUS PROGRAM YEAR 30 ADJUSTMENT TO COMPUTE TOTAL PS OBLIGATIONS
31 TOTAL PS OBLIGATIONS (LINE 27 + LINE 28 - LINE 29 + LINE 30) 32 ENTITLEMENT GRANT
33 PRIOR YEAR PROGRAM INCOME
34 ADJUSTMENT TO COMPUTE TOTAL SUBJECT TO PS CAP
35 TOTAL SUBJECT TO PS CAP (SUM, LINES 32-34)
36 PERCENT FUNDS OBLIGATED FOR PS ACTIVITIES (LINE 31/LINE 35) PART V: PLANNING AND ADMINISTRATION (PA) CAP
37 DISBURSED IN IDIS FOR PLANNING/ADMINISTRATION
38 PA UNLIQUIDATED OBLIGATIONS AT END OF CURRENT PROGRAM YEAR 39 PA UNLIQUIDATED OBLIGATIONS AT END OF PREVIOUS PROGRAM YEAR 40 ADJUSTMENT TO COMPUTE TOTAL PA OBLIGATIONS
41 TOTAL PA OBLIGATIONS (LINE 37 + LINE 38 - LINE 39 +LINE 40) 42 ENTITLEMENT GRANT
43 CURRENT YEAR PROGRAM INCOME
44 ADJUSTMENT TO COMPUTE TOTAL SUBJECT TO PA CAP
45 TOTAL SUBJECT TO PA CAP (SUM, LINES 42-44)
46 PERCENT FUNDS OBLIGATED FOR PA ACTIVITIES (LINE 41/LINE 45)

LA MESA , CA
2,024.00
448,420.96
453,937.00

0.00 0.00

0.00 902,357.96
347,622.01

0.00 347,622.01
55,990.27

0.00 0.00
403,612.28
498,745.68

0.00 0.00
347,622.01

0.00 347,622.01
100.00%
PY: 2022 PY: 2023 PY: 2024
527,477.06
1,680,614.01
318.61%
30,000.00

0.00 0.00

0.00 30,000.00
453,937.00

0.00 0.00
453,937.00

6.61%
55,990.27

0.00 0.00

0.00 55,990.27
453,937.00

0.00 0.00
453,937.00

12.33%

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PR26 - CDBG Financial Summary Report
U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development
Office of Community Planning and Development
Integrated Disbursement and Information System
DATE:

TIME:

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Program Year 2024

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LINE 17 DETAIL: ACTIVITIES TO CONSIDER IN DETERMINING THE AMOUNT TO ENTER ON LINE 17 No data returned for this view. This might be because the applied filter excludes all data.

LINE 18 DETAIL: ACTIVITIES TO CONSIDER IN DETERMINING THE AMOUNT TO ENTER ON LINE 18 No data returned for this view. This might be because the applied filter excludes all data.

LINE 19 DETAIL: ACTIVITIES INCLUDED IN THE COMPUTATION OF LINE 19 Plan
Year
IDIS
Project
IDIS
Activity
Voucher
Number Activity Name MatrixCode
National
Objective Drawn Amount
2019
2019
2023
2023
2023
2024
2024
2024
Total
1 1
1 1
1 4
4 4
375
375
395
395
395
402
402
402
6971016
7020247
6971016
7020247
7020252
7005586
7020247
7063088
Collier Park Improvements Phase 2
Collier Park Improvements Phase 2
Collier Park Improvements Phase 2 (2023)
Collier Park Improvements Phase 2 (2023)
Collier Park Improvements Phase 2 (2023)
Fair Housing (CSA San Diego County) (2024)
Fair Housing (CSA San Diego County) (2024)
Fair Housing (CSA San Diego County) (2024)
03F
03F
03F
03F
03F
03F
05J
05J
05J
05J
LMA
LMA
LMA
LMA
LMA
Matrix Code 03F
LMC
LMC
LMC
Matrix Code 05J
$329.45
$61.56
$238,203.77
$62,191.23
$16,836.00
$317,622.01
$7,500.00
$7,500.00
$15,000.00
$30,000.00
$347,622.01
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Year
IDIS
Project
IDIS
Activity
Voucher
Number
Activity to
prevent,
prepare for,
and respond
to
Coronavirus
Activity Name Grant Number Fund
Type
Matrix
Code
National
Objective
Drawn Amount
2024
2024
2024
Total
4 4
4 402
402
402
7005586
7020247
7063088
No
No
No
No
Fair Housing (CSA San Diego County) (2024)
Fair Housing (CSA San Diego County) (2024)
Fair Housing (CSA San Diego County) (2024)
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B24MC060551
B24MC060551
EN
EN
EN
05J
05J
05J
05J
LMC
LMC
LMC
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$7,500.00
$7,500.00
$15,000.00
$30,000.00
$30,000.00
$30,000.00
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Year
IDIS
Project
IDIS
Activity
Voucher
Number Activity Name MatrixCode
National
Objective Drawn Amount
2024
2024
2024
2024
Total
5 5
5 6
403
403
403
404
7005586
7020247
7063088
7063088
Program Administration
Program Administration
Program Administration
Housing Rehabilitation Loan Program Administration (2024) 21A
21A
21A
21A
21A Matrix Code 21A
$17,256.00
$16,788.23
$15,955.77
$5,990.27
$55,990.27
$55,990.27

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PR26 - CDBG-CV Financial Summary Report
U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development
Office of Community Planning and Development
Integrated Disbursement and Information System
DATE:

TIME:

PAGE: 1
8:08
09-17-25

LA MESA , CA
Metrics
New Grantee (CV)
PART I: SUMMARY OF CDBG-CV RESOURCES
01 CDBG-CV GRANT
02 FUNDS RETURNED TO THE LINE-OF-CREDIT
03 FUNDS RETURNED TO THE LOCAL CDBG ACCOUNT
04 TOTAL CDBG-CV FUNDS AWARDED
PART II: SUMMARY OF CDBG-CV EXPENDITURES
05 DISBURSEMENTS OTHER THAN SECTION 108 REPAYMENTS AND PLANNING/ADMINISTRATION 06 DISBURSED IN IDIS FOR PLANNING/ADMINISTRATION
07 DISBURSED IN IDIS FOR SECTION 108 REPAYMENTS
08 TOTAL EXPENDITURES (SUM, LINES 05 - 07)
09 UNEXPENDED BALANCE (LINE 04 - LINE8 )
PART III: LOWMOD BENEFIT FOR THE CDBG-CV GRANT
10 EXPENDED FOR LOW/MOD HOUSING IN SPECIAL AREAS
11 EXPENDED FOR LOW/MOD MULTI-UNIT HOUSING
12 DISBURSED FOR OTHER LOW/MOD ACTIVITIES
13 TOTAL LOW/MOD CREDIT (SUM, LINES 10 - 12)
14 AMOUNT SUBJECT TO LOW/MOD BENEFIT (LINE 05)
15 PERCENT LOW/MOD CREDIT (LINE 13/LINE 14)
PART IV: PUBLIC SERVICE (PS) CALCULATIONS
16 DISBURSED IN IDIS FOR PUBLIC SERVICES
17 CDBG-CV GRANT
18 PERCENT OF FUNDS DISBURSED FOR PS ACTIVITIES (LINE 16/LINE 17) PART V: PLANNING AND ADMINISTRATION (PA) CAP
19 DISBURSED IN IDIS FOR PLANNING/ADMINISTRATION
20 CDBG-CV GRANT
21 PERCENT OF FUNDS DISBURSED FOR PA ACTIVITIES (LINE 19/LINE 20)

LA MESA , CA

748,782.00

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748,782.00

748,782.00

0.00 0.00
748,782.00

0.00 0.00

0.00 748,782.00
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748,782.00
100.00%

748,782.00
748,782.00
100.00%

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0.00%

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PR26 - CDBG-CV Financial Summary Report
U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development
Office of Community Planning and Development
Integrated Disbursement and Information System
DATE:

TIME:

PAGE: 2
8:08
09-17-25

LA MESA , CA
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Activity
Voucher
Number Activity Name MatrixCode
National
Objective Drawn Amount
2020
2024
Total
5 7
3 383
385
405
6534617
6659214
6659214
6761853
6761865
7063088
PATH Homeless Services CDBG-CV1
PATH Homeless Services CDBG-CV1
Housing Stability Program
Housing Stability Program
Housing Stability Program
Homeless Services
03T
03T
05Q
05Q
05Q
03T
LMC
LMC
LMC
LMC
LMC
LMC
$59,735.00
$184,675.00
$201,358.84
$120,832.71
$15,808.44
$166,372.01
$748,782.00
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Activity
Voucher
Number Activity Name MatrixCode
National
Objective Drawn Amount
2020
2024
Total
5 7
3 383
385
405
6534617
6659214
6659214
6761853
6761865
7063088
PATH Homeless Services CDBG-CV1
PATH Homeless Services CDBG-CV1
Housing Stability Program
Housing Stability Program
Housing Stability Program
Homeless Services
03T
03T
05Q
05Q
05Q
03T
LMC
LMC
LMC
LMC
LMC
LMC
$59,735.00
$184,675.00
$201,358.84
$120,832.71
$15,808.44
$166,372.01
$748,782.00
LINE 19 DETAIL: ACTIVITIES INCLUDED IN THE COMPUTATION OF LINE 19 No data returned for this view. This might be because the applied filter excludes all data.

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O R A N G E C O U N T Y R E P O R T E R
~ SINCE 1921 ~
600 W. Santa Ana Blvd., Suite 205, Santa Ana, California 92701-4542 Telephone (714) 543-2027 / Fax (714) 542-6841

PROOF OF PUBLICATION
(2015.5 C.C.P.)
State of California )
County of Orange ) ss
Notice Type:

Ad Description:

I am a citizen of the United States and a resident of the State of California; I am over the age of eighteen years, and not a party to or interested in the above entitled matter. I am the principal clerk of the printer and publisher of the ORANGE COUNTY REPORTER, a newspaper published in the English language in the City of Santa Ana, and adjudged a newspaper of general circulation as defined by the laws of the State of California by the Superior Court of the County of Orange, State of California, under date of June 2, 1922, Case No. 13,421. That the notice, of which the annexed is a printed copy, has been published in each regular and entire issue of said newspaper and not in any supplement thereof on the following dates, to-wit:

Executed on: 10/10/2004
At Los Angeles, California
I certify (or declare) under penalty of perjury that the foregoing is true and correct.

Signature

T H E D A I L Y T R A N S C R I P T
2652 4TH AVE 2ND FL, SAN DIEGO, CA 92103
(619) 232-3486 (619) 232-1239
SD 3783463
Allyson Kinnard

CITY OF LA MESA/COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT
8130 ALLISON AVE
LA MESA, CA - 91942

HRG - NOTICE OF HEARING
Hearing Notice 1 2024-25 Annual Plan
I am a citizen of the United States and a resident of the State of California; I am over the age of eighteen years, and not a party to or interested in the above entitled matter. I am the principal clerk of the printer and publisher of THE DAILY TRANSCRIPT, a newspaper published in the English language in the City of SAN DIEGO, County of SAN DIEGO and adjudged a newspaper of general circulation as defined by the laws of the State of California by the Superior Court of the County of SAN DIEGO, State of California, under date of 05/13/2003, Case No. GIC808715. That the notice, of which the annexed is a printed copy, has been published in each regular and entire issue of said newspaper and not in any supplement thereof on the following dates, to-wit:
02/14/2024
02/14/2024

SAN DIEGO
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CITY OF LA MESA COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT DEPARTMENT
LEGAL NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING BY THE CITY COUNCIL PLACE OF MEETING: Council Chambers, City Hall 8130 Allison Avenue
La Mesa, CA 91942
Notice is hereby given that a Public Hearing will be held on Tuesday, the 27th day of February, 2024, at 6:00 p.m.,
or as soon as possible thereafter, by the
La Mesa City Council to discuss the
following hearing item of the City of La
Mesa:

PROJECT: Consideration of the Annual
Action Plan for Community
Development Block Grant (CDBG) for
Fiscal Year 2024-25
STAFF CONTACT: Allyson Kinnard,
(619) 667-1196 or [email protected]
The meeting agenda will be published not
less than 72 hours before the time of the
meeting and will be posted to the City's
Agendas page: https://www.cityoflamesa.us/1683/25171/
Agendas-and-Meetings-eSCRIBE. Once
the agenda has been published, written
comments may be submitted as
eComments on the Agendas page up until
6:00 p.m. on Monday, February 26, 2024.

You may also provide oral public
comments during the meeting in person or
virtually through Zoom. The agenda for
the meeting will contain more detailed
information regarding how to participate in
the meeting.

Under California Government Code
Section 65009, if you challenge the nature
of the proposed action in court, you may
be limited to raising only the issues you or
someone else raised regarding the matter
described in this notice or written
correspondence delivered to the City at or
before the time and date of the
determination.

THE CITY OF LA MESA IS AN EQUAL

OPPORTUNITY PUBLIC ENTITY AND

DOES NOT DISCRIMINATE ON THE

BASIS OF RACE, COLOR, ETHNIC

ORIGIN, NATIONAL ORIGIN, SEX,

RELIGION, VETERANS STATUS OR

PHYSICAL OR MENTAL DISABILITY IN

EMPLOYMENT OR THE PROVISION OF
SERVICE. IN COMPLIANCE WITH THE

AMERICANS WITH DISABILITIES ACT
(ADA)/SECTION 504 REHABILITATION
ACT OF 1973, IF YOU NEED SPECIAL

ASSISTANCE TO PARTICIPATE IN

THESE MEETINGS, PLEASE CONTACT

THE CITY'S ADA COORDINATOR,
AMANDA LEE, 48 HOURS PRIOR TO
THE MEETING AT (619) 667-1311, FAX
(619) 462-7528, OR EMAIL
[email protected]
Hearing assisted devices are available for
the hearing impaired. A City staff member
is available to provide these devices upon
entry to public hearings and meetings
held in the City Council Chambers. A
photo ID or signature will be required to
secure a device for the meeting.

MEGAN WIEGELMAN, CMC
City Clerk
2/14/24 SD-3783463#

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O R A N G E C O U N T Y R E P O R T E R
~ SINCE 1921 ~
600 W. Santa Ana Blvd., Suite 205, Santa Ana, California 92701-4542 Telephone (714) 543-2027 / Fax (714) 542-6841

PROOF OF PUBLICATION
(2015.5 C.C.P.)
State of California )
County of Orange ) ss
Notice Type:

Ad Description:

Executed on: 10/10/2004
At Los Angeles, California
I certify (or declare) under penalty of perjury that the foregoing is true and correct.

Signature

T H E D A I L Y T R A N S C R I P T
2652 4TH AVE 2ND FL, SAN DIEGO, CA 92103
(619) 232-3486 (619) 232-1239
SD 3791100
Julia Carrillo

CITY OF LA MESA/COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT
8130 ALLISON AVE
LA MESA, CA - 91942

GPN - GOVT PUBLIC NOTICE
CDBG Notice
I am a citizen of the United States and a resident of the State of California; I am over the age of eighteen years, and not a party to or interested in the above entitled matter. I am the principal clerk of the printer and publisher of THE DAILY TRANSCRIPT, a newspaper published in the English language in the City of SAN DIEGO, County of SAN DIEGO and adjudged a newspaper of general circulation as defined by the laws of the State of California by the Superior Court of the County of SAN DIEGO, State of California, under date of 05/13/2003, Case No. GIC808715. That the notice, of which the annexed is a printed copy, has been published in each regular and entire issue of said newspaper and not in any supplement thereof on the following dates, to-wit:
03/08/2024
03/08/2024

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CITY OF LA MESA COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT DEPARTMENT LEGAL NOTICE OF 30-DAY PUBLIC REVIEW AND PUBLIC HEARING BY THE CITY COUNCIL PLACE OF MEETING: Council Chambers, City Hall
8130 Allison Avenue
La Mesa, CA 91942
It is hereby given that a Public Hearing
will be held on Tuesday, the 9th day of
April, 2024, at 6:00 p.m., or as soon as
possible thereafter, by the La Mesa City
Council to discuss the following hearing
item of the City of La Mesa:

PROJECT: Consideration of the Annual
Action Plan for Community
Development Block Grant (CDBG) for
Fiscal Year 2024-25
STAFF CONTACT: Allyson Kinnard,
(619) 667-1196 or
[email protected]
The meeting agenda will be published not
less than 72 hours before the time of the
meeting and will be posted to the City's
Agendas page:
https://www.cityoflamesa.us/1683/25171/
Agendas-and-Meetings-eSCRIBE. Once
the agenda has been published, written
comments may be submitted as
eComments on the Agendas page up until
6:00 p.m. on Monday, April 8, 2024. The
agenda for the meeting will contain more
detailed information regarding how to
participate in the meeting.

THE CITY OF LA MESA IS AN EQUAL

OPPORTUNITY PUBLIC ENTITY AND

DOES NOT DISCRIMINATE ON THE

BASIS OF RACE, COLOR, ETHNIC

ORIGIN, NATIONAL ORIGIN, SEX,

RELIGION, VETERANS STATUS OR

PHYSICAL OR MENTAL DISABILITY IN

EMPLOYMENT OR THE PROVISION OF
SERVICE. IN COMPLIANCE WITH THE

AMERICANS WITH DISABILITIES ACT
(ADA)/SECTION 504 REHABILITATION
ACT OF 1973, IF YOU NEED SPECIAL

ASSISTANCE TO PARTICIPATE IN

THESE MEETINGS, PLEASE CONTACT

Public Review Period
The publication of this notice is the
beginning of the 30-day public review
period required under Federal Regulation
24 CFR 91.105(b)(2). The public review
and written comment period begins on
March 8, 2024, and ends April 8, 2024.

Copies of the project documents are
available for public review on the City's
website at
https://www.cityoflamesa.us/124/CDBGProgram and at the La Mesa Branch Library, 8074 Allison Avenue, La Mesa,
CA 91942.

All interested persons are encouraged to
submit written comments on or before
April 8, 2024, to
[email protected] or to the City
of La Mesa Community Development
Department, 8130 Allison Avenue, La
Mesa, CA 91942.

MEGAN WIEGELMAN, CMC
City Clerk
3/8/24
SD-3791100#

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O R A N G E C O U N T Y R E P O R T E R
~ SINCE 1921 ~
600 W. Santa Ana Blvd., Suite 205, Santa Ana, California 92701-4542 Telephone (714) 543-2027 / Fax (714) 542-6841

PROOF OF PUBLICATION
(2015.5 C.C.P.)
State of California )
County of Orange ) ss
Notice Type:

Ad Description:

Executed on: 10/10/2004
At Los Angeles, California
I certify (or declare) under penalty of perjury that the foregoing is true and correct.

Signature

T H E D A I L Y T R A N S C R I P T
2652 4TH AVE 2ND FL, SAN DIEGO, CA 92103
(619) 232-3486 (619) 232-1239
SD 3963067
Myra Pina

CITY OF LA MESA/COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT
8130 ALLISON AVE
LA MESA, CA - 91942

HRG - NOTICE OF HEARING
2024-2025 CDBG CAPER
I am a citizen of the United States and a resident of the State of California; I am over the age of eighteen years, and not a party to or interested in the above entitled matter. I am the principal clerk of the printer and publisher of THE DAILY TRANSCRIPT, a newspaper published in the English language in the City of SAN DIEGO, County of SAN DIEGO and adjudged a newspaper of general circulation as defined by the laws of the State of California by the Superior Court of the County of SAN DIEGO, State of California, under date of 05/13/2003, Case No. GIC808715. That the notice, of which the annexed is a printed copy, has been published in each regular and entire issue of said newspaper and not in any supplement thereof on the following dates, to-wit:
09/03/2025
09/03/2025

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NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING
NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that on
Tuesday, September 23, 2025, the La
Mesa City Council will hold a public
hearing at 6:00 p.m., or as soon as
possible thereafter, in the City Council
Chambers located in La Mesa City Hall,
8130 Allison Avenue, La Mesa, California
91942. The purpose of this public hearing
is to provide City of La Mesa residents
with the opportunity to provide comments
to the City's Consolidated Annual
Performance and Evaluation Report
(CAPER) for 2024-2025.

The CAPER is a required document by
the United States Department of Housing
and Urban Development (HUD) that
provides an assessment of the City's
progress toward meeting its goals and
high-priority needs during program year
2024-2025.

In addition to the Public Hearing, the City
will be accepting comments on the draft
CAPER for fifteen (15) days from
September 4, 2025, to September 19,
2025, at 5:00 PM, on the City's website
http://www.cityoflamesa.gov/124/CDBGProgram. A hard copy is available at the Community Development Department
located at City Hall (8130 Allison Avenue,
La Mesa, CA 91942). City Hall is open
Monday–Thursday from 7:30 AM to 5:30
PM and every other Friday from 7:30 AM
to 4:30 PM. City Hall will be closed on
September 5th and 19th, 2025.

If you have any questions regarding this
notice or the described hearing, please
contact Myra Pina, Senior Management
Analyst, at 619.667.1159.

THE CITY OF LA MESA IS AN EQUAL
OPPORTUNITY PUBLIC ENTITY. IT

DOES NOT DISCRIMINATE ON THE

BASIS OF RACE, COLOR, ETHNIC

ORIGIN, NATIONAL ORIGIN, SEX,

RELIGION, VETERANS STATUS, OR

PHYSICAL OR MENTAL DISABILITY IN

EMPLOYMENT OR THE PROVISION OF
SERVICE. IN COMPLIANCE WITH THE

AMERICANS WITH DISABILITIES ACT
(ADA)/SECTION 504 REHABILITATION
ACT OF 1973, IF YOU NEED SPECIAL

ASSISTANCE TO PARTICIPATE IN

THESE MEETINGS, PLEASE CONTACT

THE CITY'S ADA COORDINATOR,
GRETCHEN SPANIOL, 48 BUSINESS

HOURS PRIOR TO THE MEETING AT
(619) 667-1175, FAX (619) 667-1163, OR
E-MAIL
[email protected] .

HEARING-ASSISTED DEVICES ARE
AVAILABLE FOR THE HEARINGIMPAIRED. A CITY STAFF MEMBER IS

AVAILABLE TO PROVIDE THESE

DEVICES UPON ENTRY TO PUBLIC

HEARINGS AND MEETINGS HELD IN
THE CITY COUNCIL CHAMBERS. A

PHOTO ID OR SIGNATURE WILL BE

REQUIRED TO SECURE A DEVICE
FOR THE MEETING.

MEGAN WIEGELMAN, CMC
City Clerk
9/3/25
SD-3963067#

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UNIVERSITY
SPRING
MURRAY

JACKSON
70TH

LAKE MURRAY

EL CAJON

LA MESA

MASSACHUSETTS
DALLAS

SEVERIN

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PANORAMA
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Harry
Griffen
Park
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Regional Park
Mission Trails
Regional Park
Sunset
Park
La Mesita
Park
Collier
Park
Highwood
Park
Briercrest
Park
Eucalyptus
Park
Aztec
Park
Porter
Park
Rolando
Park
Northmont
Park
Jackson
Park
Sunshine
Park
MacArthur
Park
Vista La Mesa
Park
0 1,000 2,000 3,000 4,000
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Annual Report
FY 2024-2025
Capital Improvement
Projects
CDBG Program
DATA SOURCES:

SanGIS, HUD,
City of La Mesa
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Lakes
Schools
CDBG Eligible Areas
Collier Park
Phase II Improvements
$ 317,622.01
Parks

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DATE: April 28, 2026
TO: Mayor and Members of the City Council
FROM: Councilmember Genevieve Suzuki
VIA: Greg Humora, City Manager
SUBJECT: CONSIDERATION OF APPROVAL OF CITY SPONSORSHIP FOR MINI MESA: CIVIC LAB, INCLUDING AUTHORIZATION FOR USE OF CITY FACILITIES; STAFF SUPPORT FOR PLANNING AND ON-SITE
COORDINATION; DEMONSTRATIONS AND EVENT STAFFING BY THE
LA MESA POLICE DEPARTMENT AND HEARTLAND FIRE; AND

EVENT PROMOTION THROUGH CITY COMMUNICATION CHANNELS

AND PARTNER OUTREACH
Mini Mesa: Civic Lab is a proposed one-day, City-sponsored civic education event for 4th–8th grade students. The program will introduce youth to local government, public safety, and core City services through hands-on activity stations, short demonstrations, and career-exploration booths.

The purpose of Mini Mesa: Civic Lab is to build civic literacy and youth engagement by demystifying how City services work, highlighting local civic career pathways, and giving students a chance to practice civic skills (problem solving, communication, and teamwork) in a low-stakes, interactive environment.

Proposed partners and participants include Helix Water District, San Diego Community Power, the La Mesa Police Department, Heartland Fire & Rescue, and additional community organizations and schools. City staff would coordinate logistics and serve as liaisons to participating agencies.

The event is envisioned as a single-day program at a City park or recreation center, with approximately 4–6 hours of programming. The format would include rotating stations (public safety demonstrations, utilities and energy education, a mock council or decision-making exercise, and “mini project” builds), as well as brief panels and Q&A with agency representatives and information tables for families.

City Council is requested to: (1) approve official City sponsorship of Mini Mesa: Civic Lab; (2) authorize the use of City facilities for the event; (3) authorize staff support from Parks and Recreation and other relevant departments for planning and on-site

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coordination; (4) approve coordination with La Mesa Police Department and Heartland Fire & Rescue for public safety demonstrations and staffing; and (5) authorize promotion of the event through City communication channels and partner outreach.

The target reach for the initial event is approximately 150–300 students (grades 4–8) plus family members. Staff will collect basic pre- and post-event feedback to gauge increases in civic knowledge and interest. Following Council authorization, staff will finalize logistics, secure partner commitments, and return with a specific date, location, and budget for Council review and approval.

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La Mesa City CouncilApril 28, 2026

La Mesa City Council
April 28, 2026