STAFF REPORT
City of Lancaster
HA CC 2
4/8/25
TN
Date: April 8, 2025
To: Mayor Parris and City Council Members
Mayor Parris and Housing Authority Members
From: Sonya Patterson, Parks, Arts, Recreation, and Community Services Director Patti Garibay, Community Development Director
Subject:Lease Agreement for 45404 and 45356 Division St.
Recommendations:
1. Approve lease agreement renewal for real property, located at 45404 Division St., to the Boys & Girls Club of the Antelope Valley through April 30, 2028.
2. Approve lease agreement for real property, located at 45356 Division St., to Boys & Girls Clubs of the Antelope Valley through April 30, 2028.
3. Authorize the City Manager, or his designee, to sign all documents related to the lease agreement(s) and all amendments, including amendments to extend the term, subject to City Attorney approval.
G.C. Section 84308: No
Fiscal Impact:
Lancaster Housing Authority to receive $5,375 per month in rent for the 45356 Division St. property and $1.00 annually for the 45404 Division St. property.
Summary:
The Boys & Girls Club of the Antelope Valley (AVBGC) has been a vital community resource since 1991, providing mentorship, academic support, and social-emotional guidance for local youth. Their current lease at 45404 Division St. with the Lancaster Housing Authority is set to expire on April 30, 2025. In 2024, AVBGC served 5,507 registered members, with 88% qualifying for free or reduced lunch, and employed 410 Youth Development Professionals.
With the recent termination of Cal State University Long Beach’s lease at 45356 Division St., AVBGC is proposing to lease this property to expand their services, particularly for foster youth and those 2 0
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experiencing housing insecurity. The expansion would allow AVBGC to serve an additional 400 young people through academic support, career readiness, and mentorship programs. The facility will include a state-of-the-art tech lab and provide community resources such as an on-site food pantry.
This initiative supports Lancaster’s youth while also benefiting local families and the city’s economic well-being. Staff recommends renewing AVBGC’s lease at 45404 Division St. and approving a new lease for 45356 Division St. to allow the organization to further its mission of fostering resilience and leadership among Lancaster’s youth.
Attachment:
Lease Agreement Renewal – 45404 Division St.
Lease Agreement - 45356 Division St.