STAFF REPORT
City of Lancaster
NB 2
6/23/2026
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Date:June 23, 2026
To: Mayor Parris and City Council Members
From: Larissa De La Cruz – Assistant City Manager
Sydney Yeseta, Manager – Economic Development
Subject:Award of Funding Under the Vandalism Prevention & Community Enhancement Grant Program Notice of Funding Availability (NOFA 876-26) Recommendations:
1. Approve funding awards under the Vandalism Prevention & Community Enhancement Grant Program (NOFA 876-26) in a total amount not to exceed $383,001 for three eligible projects.
2. Authorize the City Manager, or his designee, with concurrence of the City Attorney, to finalize, negotiate and execute grant agreements and related documents necessary to implement the program.
G.C. Section 84308: No
Fiscal Impact:
$383,001 total funding for three projects. The maximum funding available for each separate project will not exceed $160,000. Sufficient funds are available in Account No. 101.10300.5798.NOFA876.VANDALISM. Grant funds will not be required to be repaid.
Background:
On January 29, 2026, the City of Lancaster released Notice of Funding Availability (NOFA) 876-26 for the Vandalism Prevention & Community Enhancement Grant Program. The program was established to support projects that prevent and deter vandalism, improve community safety, enhance commercial corridors, strengthen community serving facilities, and advance the City's economic development and revitalization goals.
Applications were evaluated based on project need, effectiveness of the proposed improvements, 2 4
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community benefit, project readiness, and cost effectiveness.
Staff received three eligible applications and recommends funding the following projects:
1. Los Angeles County Fire Department, Fire Station 33 – $159,051 Fire Station 33 proposes perimeter security improvements, including raising the existing masonry wall and installing security barriers to deter unauthorized access. The project will enhance security at one of the County's busiest fire stations and help protect emergency response personnel, equipment, and operations.
2. Lancaster Baptist Church – $160,000
Lancaster Baptist Church proposes perimeter fencing and controlled access improvements to address recurring trespassing and unauthorized access on its church, school, and residential campus. The project will improve safety for congregants, students, staff, and visitors while strengthening overall site security.
3. Grace Resources – $63,950
Grace Resources proposes security cameras, perimeter fencing, and security lighting. The project will address vandalism and trespassing while supporting the organization's planned expansion of food distribution and community services.
The recommended awards total $383,001 and support a diverse range of community serving facilities, including emergency services, food assistance programs, and faith based organizations.
Collectively, the projects advance the City's goals of vandalism prevention, public safety enhancement, and community investment.
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Attachment:
Draft Grant Agreement