Rancho Cucamonga City Council
May 21, 2025

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Source: HUD Community Planning and Development (CPD) Maps

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SP-25 Priority Needs
Priority Needs Summary
Table 14 – Priority Needs Summary
1 Priority Need
Name Enhance public services for low- and moderate-income residents Priority Level High
Population Income Level: Extremely Low, Low, and Moderate Family Types: Families with Children, Elderly, and Public Housing Residents
Homeless: Chronic Homelessness, Individuals, Families with Children, Mentally Ill, Chronic Substance Abuse, Veterans, Persons with HIV/AIDS, Survivors of Domestic Violence, and Unaccompanied Youth Non-Homeless Special Needs: Elderly, Frail Elderly, Persons with Disabilities, and Survivors of Domestic Violence
Geographic
Areas Affected Citywide / CDBG Eligible Areas
Associated
Goals Public Services
Description Rancho Cucamonga is home to 16,790 low- and moderate -income households, representing 29% of all households in the City. Many of these residents, including seniors, individuals with disabilities, and survivors of domestic violence, face persistent barriers to stability, wellness, and self- sufficiency. These barriers are often compounded by limited access to essential supportive services that help prevent housing instability, improve health outcomes, and foster economic independence. The City recognizes that i nvestment in public services is a proactive strategy that not only prevents crises before they escalate but also strengthens the long -term capacity of vulnerable households to thrive.

Basis for
Relative
Priority
Expanding access to a robust network of public services was consistently identified as a high priority through resident surveys , stakeholder consultations, and community meetings . These services are essential to advancing the City’s goal of promoting long-term stability, self-sufficiency, and improving low- and moderate-income residents’ quality of life.

2 Priority Need
Name Improve public facilities and infrastructure
Priority Level High
Population Non-Housing Community Development
Geographic
Areas Affected Citywide / CDBG Eligible Areas
Associated
Goals Public Facilities and Infrastructure Improvements

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Description While Rancho Cucamonga has experienced significant growth and development, many of its older neighborhoods, primarily located in the southern portion of the city, continue to face challenges related to deteriorating roads, aging utility systems , and outdated public spaces.

Investments in community centers, parks, and recreational facilities are needed, along with improvements to sidewalks, streets, drainage , and utility systems. These investments not only improve safety and accessibility but also support neighborhood revitalization, foster social cohesion, and enhance community resilience. Targeted improvements in underserved areas are particularly critical to ensuring that residents have access to safe, functional, and inviting public spaces that meet the needs of low - and moderate-income residents.

Basis for
Relative
Priority
The need to improve public facilities and infrastructure is informed by the results of the resident survey, input received during the community meetings, and the City’s ongoing assessment of critical community facilities as evidenced in the Capital Improvement Plan . Enhancing public facilities and infrastructure in underserved areas is a key strategy to improve safety, promote social cohesion, and support the delivery of services in low - and moderate-income neighborhoods.
3 Priority Need
Name Address material barriers to accessibility
Priority Level High
Population Non-Housing Community Development
Non-Homeless Special Needs: Elderly, Frail Elderly, and Persons with Disabilities
Geographic
Areas Affected Citywide
Associated
Goals Public Facilities and Infrastructure Improvements Description Rancho Cucamonga is home to an estimated 16,207 residents with a disability, as well as 8,517 elderly residents who often face accessibility challenges (ACS S1810). Many public buildings, sidewalks, parks, and streetscapes lack necessary accessibility features, such as ADA -compliant ramps, widened sidewalks, detectable warnings, or sensory aids. These physical barriers limit mobility, hinder community participation, and contribute to social isolation for seniors and persons with disabilities.

Addressing these barriers is essential to supporting aging in place, enhancing pedestrian safety, and ensuring that all residents can participate fully in civic life.

Basis for
Relative
Priority
Addressing barriers to accessibility is rated as a high priority need for the City to ensure residents can age in place and access essential services.

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4 Priority Need
Name Preserve the supply of affordable housing
Priority Level High
Population Income Level: Extremely Low, Low, and Moderate Geographic
Areas Affected Citywide
Associated
Goals Affordable Housing Preservation
Description The City of Rancho Cucamonga faces growing challenges related to the condition, affordability, and accessibility of its existing housing stock. As the City’s housing stock ages, a growing percentage of housing units may need rehabilitation to allow them to remain safe and habitable. This issue is of particular concern for low - and moderate-income homeowners who often lack the financial resources to undertake necessary repairs, leaving them vulnerable to housing instability or displacement. Compounding these challenges, according to HUD’s Comprehensive Housing Affordability Strategy (CHAS) data , over one third ( 36%) of the homeowner housing stock was built before 1980 . Many of these homes are likely to exhibit structural deficiencies, outdated electrical and plumbing systems, and lead- based paint hazards that threaten resident health and safety. The condition and aging nature of the housing stock emphasizes the critical need for housing rehabilitation programs that support homeowners in addressing health and safety hazards, enhancing overall habitability, and improving accessibility.

Basis for
Relative
Priority
The aging condition of Rancho Cucamonga’s housing stock presents both a challenge and an opportunity. Rehabilitation of existing housing is a cost- effective way to extend the lifespan of properties that are already affordable to low - and moderate -income homeowners, improve safety and habitability, and support aging in place. The City’s Housing Rehabilitation Program remains a vital tool for addressing this priority and supporting homeowners in maintaining safe, decent, and affordable housing. 5 Priority Need
Name Ensure equal access to housing opportunities
Priority Level High
Population Income Level: Extremely Low, Low, and Moderate Family Types: Large families, Families with Children, Elderly, and Public Housing Residents
Non-Homeless Special Needs: Elderly, Frail Elderly, Persons with Disabilities, Persons with Substance Use Disorders, and Survivors of Domestic Violence
Geographic
Areas Affected Citywide

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Associated
Goals Fair Housing Services
Description The City of Rancho Cucamonga is committed to affirmatively furthering fair housing and ensuring that all residents have equal access to safe, decent, and affordable housing. This includes providing counseling on fair housing rights, monitoring for discriminatory practices, and advocating on behalf of residents seeking reasonable accommodations.

Basis for
Relative
Priority
Ensuring equal access to housing is a federal requirement and a high priority for Rancho Cucamonga as demonstrated by the goals outlined in the City’s most recently adopted Housing Element. The City will continue certify compliance with HUD’s fair housing requirements in each Annual Action Plan and will take meaningful actions to remove barriers to housing choice and combat housing discrimination.
6 Priority Need
Name Expand economic opportunities for low- and moderate-income residents Priority Level High
Population Income Level: Extremely Low, Low, and Moderate Geographic
Areas Affected Citywide
Associated
Goals Economic Development
Description Rancho Cucamonga recognizes that access to stable, well -paying employment is a critical determinant of long- term housing stability and economic self- sufficiency. However, m any low- income residents face barriers to economic participation, including limited education or training, childcare responsibilities, transportation challenges, or language barriers.

CDBG resources may be used to support a variety of economic development initiatives, including training, business assistance, and commercial rehabilitation efforts that facilitate business growth and local hiring.

Basis for
Relative
Priority
The City’s Economic Development Strategy (EDS) emphasizes the importance of supporting workforce development, entrepreneurship, business growth, and commercial revitalization efforts as pathways to expand economic opportunities . Ensuring that low- and moderate-income residents are connected to emerging employment sectors and entrepreneurial opportunities is essential to reducing income disparities and poverty within the City.

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SP-35 Anticipated Resources
Introduction
During the five-year period of the Consolidated Plan, the City of Rancho Cucamonga anticipates investing approximately $5.5 million of CDBG funds to achieve the goals outlined in this Strategic Plan. It is important to note that the City’s annual allocation of CDBG funds are subject to change based on federal budget appropriations and shifts in demographic data used in HUD’s funding formulas.

For the 2025 -2026 program year, the City anticipates it will receive $1,042,138 in CDBG funds. When combined with available prior year resources, the 2025- 2026 Action Plan allocates $1,321,932 of CDBG funds to activities that will be implemented from July 1, 2025 to June 30, 2026.

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Anticipated Resources
Table 15 – Anticipated Resources
Source of
Funds Uses of Funds
Expected Amount Available Year 1 Expected
Amount
Available
Remainder
of Con Plan:
$
Narrative Description Annual
Allocation:
$
Program
Income:
$
Prior Year
Resources:
$
Total:
$

CDBG
Admin and Planning
Economic Development
Housing
Public Improvements
Public Services
$1,042,138.00 $0.00 $279,794.00 $1,321,932.00 $4,168,552.00 The expected amount
available for the remainder
of the Consolidated Plan
period assumes level
funding in future years.

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Explain how federal funds will leverage those additional resources (private, state and local funds), including a description of how matching requirements will be satisfied.

As a City with substantial housing and community development needs, Rancho Cucamonga understands it may be advantageous for the City to use CDBG funds to leverage appropriate federal, state, local, and private resources, including but not limited to those listed below:

Federal Resources
• Continuum of Care (CoC) Program
• HUD Veterans Affairs Supportive Housing (HUD-VASH)
• Supportive Housing for the Elderly (Section 202)
• Supportive Housing for Persons with Disabilities (Section 811) • YouthBuild
• Federal Low-Income Housing Tax Credit (LIHTC) Program State Resources
• State Low-Income Housing Tax Credit Program
• Building Equity and Growth in Neighborhoods Program (BEGIN) • Permanent Local Housing Allocation (PLHA)
• CalHome Program
• Multifamily Housing Program (MHP)
• CalHFA Single and Multi-Family Program
• Mental Health Service Act (MHSA) Funding
• Justice Assistance Grant (JAG) Program
• Homeless Emergency Aid Program (HEAP)
• Project Roomkey
Local Resources
• San Bernardino County Homeless Partnership (SBCHP)
• Housing Authority of the County of San Bernardino (HACSB) • Southern California Home Financing Authority (SCHFA) Funding • San Bernardino County Continuum of Care Program
• General Fund
Private Resources
• Federal Home Loan Bank Affordable Housing Program (AHP) • Community Reinvestment Act Programs
• United Way
• Private Contributions

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HOME Match Requirements
The City does not receive HOME as part of its entitlement allocation. The amount of matching, is therefore, not applicable to Rancho Cucamonga.

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

The City owns a variety of public facilities that serve Rancho Cucamonga residents. Over the next five years, the City proposes to target a significant portion of its CDBG funding to enhancing its public facilities and infrastructure in predominantly low - and moderate- income neighborhoods that need revitalization. As such, the City is committed to exploring opportunities to leverage these publicly owned sites in combination with CDBG funds to maximize the impact of limited public funding to meet high priority community needs.

Discussion
Rancho Cucamonga anticipates investing approximately $5.5 million in CDBG funds during the Consolidated Plan period to enhance public services, preserve the supply of affordable housing, and improve public facilities and infrastructure. These funds will be strategically leveraged with federal, state, local, and private resources to maximize the impact of these initiatives.

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SP-40 Institutional Delivery Structure
Explain the institutional structure through which the jurisdiction will carry out its consolidated plan including private industry, non-profit organizations, and public institutions.

The City of Rancho Cucamonga will carry out its Consolidated Plan through a well - coordinated institutional delivery system that includes public institutions, nonprofit organizations, and private entities. This system is structured to ensure the effective use of HUD funds to address the high priority needs of low- and moderate-income residents.

Table 16 – Institutional Delivery Structure
Responsible Entity Responsible
Entity Type Role Geographic Area
Served

City of Rancho Cucamonga Government
Affordable housing
Homelessness
Non-homeless special needs
Community development
Planning
Jurisdiction
Housing Authority of the County of
San Bernardino (HACSB) PHA Public housing
Affordable housing-rental Region
Foothill Family Shelter Non-profit
organization
Homelessness
Public services Jurisdiction
Inland Fair Housing and Mediation
Board
Non-profit
organization
Fair housing
Public services Jurisdiction
Inland Valley Hope Partners Non-profit
organization Public services Jurisdiction
Northtown Housing Development
Corporation
Non-profit
organization
Affordable housing
Non-homeless special needs
Public services
Jurisdiction
WeeCare For-profit Economic development Jurisdiction

Assessment of Strengths and Gaps in the Institutional Delivery System Rancho Cucamonga’s institutional delivery system is highly collaborative, well-structured, and equipped with experienced public and private sector partners. One of the key strengths of the system is the diverse network of service providers capable of leveraging CDBG funds to address affordable housing, public services, and community development needs. The City and nonprofit partners ensure that residents have access to rental assistance and supportive services, while various City departments work together to implement public facility and infrastructure improvement projects. Despite these strengths, gaps remain in the delivery system. The most significant challenge is the limited availability of financial resources. Federal funding allocations for CDBG are insufficient to fully address local housing and community development needs.

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Availability of services targeted to homeless persons and persons with HIV and mainstream services.

Table 17 – Homeless Prevention Services Summary
Homeless Prevention Services Available in the
Community
Targeted to
Homeless
Targeted to People
with HIV

Homelessness Prevention Services
Counseling/Advocacy X
Legal Assistance X
Mortgage Assistance
Rental Assistance X X
Utilities Assistance X
Street Outreach Services
Law Enforcement X
Mobile Clinics
Other Street Outreach Services X X
Supportive Services
Alcohol & Drug Abuse X X
Child Care X
Education X X
Employment and Employment Training X
Healthcare X

HIV/AIDS X
Life Skills X
Mental Health Counseling X
Transportation X

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Describe how the service delivery system including, but not limited to, the services listed above meet the needs of homeless persons (particularly chronically homeless individuals and families, families with children, veterans and their families, and unaccompanied youth) The City of Rancho Cucamonga works closely with local nonprofits and regional service providers to ensure that homeless individuals, families, and persons with HIV/AIDS have access to housing assistance, supportive services, and case management. Homelessness prevention services such as rental assistance are available and target both homeless individuals and those at risk of homelessness.

However, there are gaps in services, particularly in street outreach and emergency housing.

While nonprofits conduct outreach to connect unsheltered individuals with available resources, there is a lack of mobile clinics and healthcare services targeted to individuals with HIV/AIDS, and few on-demand emergency shelter options for families and unaccompanied youth.

To maintain its ability to deliver a comprehensive system of care that addresses the diverse needs of its residents , the City will continue working with its partners to expand housing first programs, increase transitional housing capacity, and strengthen outreach initiatives to connect individuals with available support services.

Describe the strengths and gaps of the service delivery system for special needs population and persons experiencing homelessness, including, but not limited to, the services listed above Rancho Cucamonga ’s institutional delivery system effectively supports homeless individuals, special needs populations, and low -income residents through a network of service providers offering case management, housing assistance, and supportive services.

The City prioritizes programs that address the unique needs of chronically homeless individuals, families with children, veterans, and unaccompanied youth.

A key strength of the delivery system i s its proactive and collaborative approach. Service providers conduct direct outreach to homeless populations to ensure they are connected to housing programs and mainstream benefits. In partnership with the County and nonprofit organizations, the City funds programs that provide rental assistance for those most at risk of homelessness.

One of the most pressing challenges is the lack of emergency and transitional housing options. The existing shelter system does not have enough capacity to serve all individuals in need, particularly families with children and unaccompanied youth. Limited funding for public services also restricts the City’s ability to expand supportive housing programs and case management services. To address these gaps, the City maximizes all available resources, including allocating the full 15 percent allowable under the CDBG public services cap, and supplementing these investments with other resources to support critical

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programs and services. However, even with these efforts, funding remains insufficient to fully meet the level of need across the City.

Moving forward, the City is committed to continuing its efforts to expand capacity and improve service delivery. This includes seeking additional funding opportunities, strengthening partnerships, and exploring innovative housing solutions.

Provide a summary of the strategy for overcoming gaps in the institutional structure and service delivery system for carrying out a strategy to address priority needs To enhance the effectiveness of the institutional delivery system and address service gaps, the City will pursue coordinated strategies that align with the adopted General Plan and Housing Element to better meet the needs of residents. Through leveraged investments and strategic partnerships, the City aims to enhance housing stability, service accessibility, and overall quality of life for its most vulnerable residents. By aligning the Consolidated Plan goals with broader planning initiatives, the City of Rancho Cucamonga will work toward building a more effective, responsive, and well-funded delivery system that can meaningfully address the community’s priority needs over the next five years.

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SP-45 Goals Summary
Goals Summary Information
Goal Name Start
Year
End
Year Category Needs Addressed Funding Goal Outcome Indicator

1 Public Services 2025 2030
Non-Housing
Community
Development
Enhance public services for
LMI residents CDBG: $748,780.00
Public service activities other than
Low/Mod Income Housing Benefit:
2,675 Persons Assisted
2 Public Facilities and
Infrastructure
Improvements
2025 2030
Non-Housing
Community
Development
Improve public facilities and
infrastructure

Address material barriers to
accessibility
CDBG: $1,717,569.00
Public facility or infrastructure
activities other than Low/Mod
Income Housing Benefit:
50,000 Persons Assisted
3 Affordable Housing
Preservation 2025 2030 Affordable
Housing
Preserve the supply of
affordable housing CDBG: $1,850,000.00 Homeowner housing rehabilitated:
75 Households / Housing Units
4 Fair Housing Services 2025 2030 Affordable
Housing
Ensure equal access to
housing opportunities CDBG: $100,000.00
Public service activities other than
Low/Mod Income Housing Benefit:
250 Persons Assisted
5 Economic Development 2025 2030 Economic
Development
Expand economic
opportunities for LMI
residents
CDBG: $132,000.00 Businesses assisted:
20 Businesses
5 Planning &
Administration 2025 2030 All All CDBG: $942,135.00 Other: 5

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Goal Descriptions
1 Goal Name Public Services
Goal
Description
Expand and support a comprehensive network of public services that address the critical needs of low- and moderate-income households and residents with special needs. These programs are intended to promote safety, stability, and self- sufficiency for underserved populations and prevent crises such as homelessness and ameliorate the effects of poverty. 2 Goal Name Public Facilities and Infrastructure Improvements Goal
Description
Invest in the rehabilitation, expansion, or development of public facilities and infrastructure that serve low- and moderate-income residents. Improvements may include parks, youth and senior centers, sidewalks, streets, and other critical infrastructure that enhances neighborhood safety, accessibility, and quality of life. Priority will be given to projects that serve predominantly low- and moderate -income areas , or residents presumed under HUD regulations to be low - and moderate-income such as seniors and severely disabled adults. Where possible, improvements will remove material and architectural barriers to accessibility, in compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA).
3 Goal Name Affordable Housing Preservation
Goal
Description
Preserve the supply of safe, decent, and affordable housing for low - and moderate -income households. This includes the rehabilitation of existing owner -occupied housing units, with a focus on improving accessibility and addressing health and safety hazards. Where appropriate, energy efficiency improvements and conservation measures will be implemented to increase sustainability and reduce monthly household utility costs and promote long-term affordability. 4 Goal Name Fair Housing Services
Goal
Description
Affirmatively further fair housing by providing residents with education, outreach, and counseling services related to their housing rights. Activities include anti -discrimination training, landlord- tenant mediation, and support for individuals seeking rea sonable accommodations.
5 Goal Name Economic Development
Goal
Description
Expand economic opportunities for low - and moderate -income residents by supporting a variety of initiatives, including training, business assistance, and commercial rehabilitation efforts that facilitate business growth and local hiring. 6 Goal Name Program Administration
Goal
Description
Ensure the effective, timely, and compliant administration of the CDBG program in accordance with HUD policy and federal regulations. Activities include overall program oversight, planning, performance evaluation, reporting, and coordination with community stakeholders to ensure resources are aligned with community needs and priorities.

Estimate the number of extremely low -income, low-income, and moderate-income families to whom the jurisdiction will provide affordable housing as defined by HOME 91.315(b)(2) The City of Rancho Cucamonga anticipates providing affordable housing to 75 low- and moderate-income households through the following activities:
• Homeowner Housing Rehabilitation – 75 households / housing units

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SP-65 Lead-based Paint Hazards
Actions to address LBP hazards and increase access to housing without LBP hazards The Residential Lead Based Paint Hazard Reduction Act of 1992 (Title X) emphasizes prevention of childhood lead poisoning through housing-based approaches. This strategy requires the City to implement programs that protect children living in older housing from lead hazards.

Nearly one third of the City’s housing stock (32%) was built before 1980, when the use of lead-based paint was outlawed, meaning that residents of these homes are at risk of lead- based paint hazards. In these units, the best way to have reasonable assurance that lead- based paint hazards are not present is to have the painted surfaces tested.

To reduce lead-based paint hazards, the City takes the following actions:
• Include lead testing and abatement procedures , if necessary , in all residential rehabilitation activities for units built prior to January 1, 1978. • Educate residents on the health hazards of lead- based paint through the use of brochures and encourage screening children for elevated blood-lead levels. • Disseminate brochures about lead hazards through the City’s residential rehabilitation activities.

How are the actions listed above related to the extent of lead poisoning and hazards? Over time through testing and abatement, monitoring of public health data, and through public education, the public will have greater awareness of the hazards of lead-based paint to children. This will prompt homeowners, landlords, and parents of young chi ldren to proactively address unsafe housing conditions in pre -1978 units where children may potentially be exposed to lead-based paint hazards.

How are the actions listed above integrated into housing policies and procedures? The City’s Housing Rehabilitation Program Guidelines require the dissemination of brochures provided by the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency to all applicants as part of the transmittal of the program application . Any unit receiving assistance through the program that was built prior to January 1, 1978 is tested for lead-based paint. If lead-based paint is present, appropriate abatement procedures are implemented as part of the rehabilitation contract consistent with the requirements of 24 CFR Part 35.

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SP-70 Anti-Poverty Strategy
Jurisdiction Goals, Programs and Policies for reducing the number of Poverty-Level Families To meaningfully address this challenge, each of the goals included in the Strategic Plan is aligned to support activities that promote the availability of affordable housing and provide essential services that directly benefit low - and moderate- income resi dents. In the implementation of the Strategic Plan, the City will prioritize funding for activities that most effectively address these goals over the next five years. This strategy will emphasize using CDBG funds to help individuals and families rise out of poverty to long -term self - sufficiency.

The implementation of CDBG activities meeting the goals established in this Strategic Plan will help to reduce the number of poverty-level families by:
• Providing public services designed to address the needs of low- and moderate- income residents to ameliorate the effects of poverty
• Improving public facilities and infrastructure to benefit residents in predominantly low- and moderate-income areas or those presumed under HUD regulations to be low- and moderate-income such as the elderly and disabled adults • Supporting activities that preserve the existing housing stock that is affordable to low- and moderate-income households
• Expanding economic opportunities for low - and moderate -income residents through business assistance initiatives
How are the Jurisdiction poverty reducing goals, programs, and policies coordinated with this affordable housing plan?
The goals of this Strategic Plan are aligned to benefit low- and moderate-income residents and to reduce the number of poverty -level families. For example, the affordable housing preservation goal will include activities targeted at households who own their residence but lack the resources to address emergency repairs or maintain the property in compliance with City codes and standards. Addressing substandard or emergency housing conditions allows low - and moderate- income households to maintain housing stability while also guaranteeing that all economic segments of the community live in decent housing. The public services goal will include funding for activities targeted at families in poverty and other low- and moderate-income households with specific service needs. Providing this range of targeted services ensures residents with special needs, and those experiencing homelessness have the appropriate support and resources to thrive in Rancho Cucamonga.

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SP-80 Monitoring
Describe the standards and procedures that the jurisdiction will use to monitor activities carried out in furtherance of the plan and will use to ensure long-term compliance with requirements of the programs involved, including minority business outreach and the comprehensive planning requirements To ensure that CDBG funds are used efficiently and in compliance with applicable regulations, the City provides technical assistance to all subrecipients at the beginning of each program year and monitors subrecipients throughout the program year.

Technical Assistance
To enhance compliance with federal program regulations, the City provides an annual Notice of Funding Availability (NOFA) workshop to review the Plan goals, program requirements, and available resources with potential applicants. Subsequent to the approval of the Annual Action Plan, a mandatory subrecipient workshop is held to review program regulations in detail, to provide useful forms and resources for documenting compliance, and to review the City’s policies. Additionally, individualized technical assistance is provided on an as-needed basis throughout a program year.

Activity Monitoring
All activities are monitored, beginning with a detailed review upon receipt of an application to determine eligibility, conformance with a National Objective and conformance with a Plan goal. This review also examines the proposed use of funds, eligibility of the service area, eligibility of the intended beneficiaries and likelihood of compliance with other federal requirements such as the National Environmental Policy Act, the System for Award Management (SAM) debarment list, prevailing wage, Minority and Women Business Enterprise, Section 3 and federal acquisition and relocation regulations, as applicable.

Subrecipients are required to submit an audit and other documentation to establish their capacity, and any findings noted in the audit are reviewed with the applicant. Eligible applications are then considered for funding. Once funded, desk monitoring incl udes ongoing review of required quarterly performance reports. For CDBG public service activities, an on-site monitoring is conducted once every two (2) years, or more frequently as needed to ensure compliance. These reviews include both a fiscal and progr ammatic review of the subrecipient’s activities. The reviews determine if the subrecipient is complying with the program regulations and City contract. Areas routinely reviewed include overall administration, financial systems, appropriateness of program expenditures, program delivery, client eligibility determination and documentation, reporting systems, and achievement toward achieving contractual goals. Following the monitoring visit, a written report is provided delineating the results of the review and any findings of non -compliance and the required corrective action. Subrecipients normally have 30 days to provide the City with corrective actions taken to address any noted findings.

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Individualized technical assistance is provided, as noted above, as soon as compliance concerns are identified. For CDBG capital projects, monitoring also includes compliance with regulatory agreement requirements.

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Action Plan
AP-15 Expected Resources
Introduction
The projects and activities included in the 2025- 2026 Action Plan are based on resources that are reasonably anticipated to be available to the City from July 1, 2025, through June 30, 2026. The actual resources available to support activities during the implementation of the remainder of the 2025- 2029 Consolidated Plan may vary significantly due to factors outside of the City’s control. For example, HUD formula grant allocations are subject to change each year based on several factors such as the amount of the national appropriation, changes in ACS population data applied to the CPD grant formulas, statutory changes to the grant programs, the addition or removal of entitlements receiving a particular grant, and the availability of reallocated funds.

For the 2025 -2026 program year, the City anticipates it will receive $1,042,138 in CDBG funds. When combined with available prior year resources, the 2025- 2026 Action Plan allocates $1,321,932 of CDBG funds to activities that will be implemented from July 1, 2025 to June 30, 2026.

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Anticipated Resources
Table 18 - Expected Resources – Priority Table
Source of
Funds Uses of Funds
Expected Amount Available Year 1 Expected
Amount
Available
Remainder
of Con Plan:
$
Narrative Description Annual
Allocation:
$
Program
Income:
$
Prior Year
Resources:
$
Total:
$

CDBG
Admin and Planning
Economic Development
Housing
Public Improvements
Public Services
$1,042,138.00 $0.00 $279,794.00 $1,321,932.00 $4,168,552.00 The expected amount
available for the remainder
of the Consolidated Plan
period assumes level
funding in future years.

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Explain how federal funds will leverage those additional resources (private, state and local funds), including a description of how matching requirements will be satisfied As a jurisdiction with substantial housing and community development needs, Rancho Cucamonga understands that it may be advantageous for the City to use CDBG funds to leverage appropriate federal, state, local, and private resources, including but not limited to those listed below:

Federal Resources
• Continuum of Care (CoC) Program
• HUD Veterans Affairs Supportive Housing (HUD-VASH)
• Supportive Housing for the Elderly (Section 202)
• Supportive Housing for Persons with Disabilities (Section 811) • YouthBuild
• Federal Low-Income Housing Tax Credit (LIHTC) Program State Resources
• State Low-Income Housing Tax Credit Program
• Building Equity and Growth in Neighborhoods Program (BEGIN) • Permanent Local Housing Allocation (PLHA)
• CalHome Program
• Multifamily Housing Program (MHP)
• CalHFA Single and Multi-Family Program
• Mental Health Service Act (MHSA) Funding
• Justice Assistance Grant (JAG) Program
• Homeless Emergency Aid Program (HEAP)
• Project Roomkey
Local Resources
• San Bernardino County Homeless Partnership (SBCHP)
• Housing Authority of the County of San Bernardino (HACSB) • Southern California Home Financing Authority (SCHFA) Funding • San Bernardino County Continuum of Care Program
• General Fund
Private Resources
• Federal Home Loan Bank Affordable Housing Program (AHP) • Community Reinvestment Act Programs
• United Way
• Private Contributions

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HOME Match Requirements
The City does not receive HOME as part of its entitlement allocation. The amount of matching, is therefore, not applicable to Rancho Cucamonga.

If appropriate, describe publicly owned land or property located within the jurisdiction that may be used to address the needs identified in the plan
The City owns a variety of public facilities that serve Rancho Cucamonga residents. Over the next five years, the City proposes to target a significant portion of its CDBG funding to enhance its public facilities and infrastructure in predominantly low- and moderate-income neighborhoods that need revitalization. As such, the City is committed to exploring opportunities to leverage these publicly owned sites in combination with CDBG funds to maximize the impact of limited public funding to meet high priority community needs.

Discussion
During the 2025-2026 Program Year, the City anticipates that these funds will be leveraged with other public and private funding. Along with leveraged dollars, the City expects to invest approximately $1,321,932 of CDBG funds during the program year on public services, affordable housing preservation, economic development, as well as public facility and infrastructure improvement activities that promote suitable living environment s, provide decent housing and expand economic opportunities for low- and moderate-income residents.

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AP-20 Annual Goals and Objectives
Goals Summary Information
Table 19 – Goals Summary
Goal Name Start
Year
End
Year Category Geographic
Area Needs Addressed Funding Goal Outcome Indicator

1 Public Services 2025 2026
Non-Housing
Community
Development
Citywide /
CDBG Eligible
Areas
Enhance public services
for LMI residents CDBG: $123,500.00
Public service activities other than
Low/Mod Income Housing Benefit:
535 Persons Assisted
2 Public Facilities and
Infrastructure
Improvements
2025 2026
Non-Housing
Community
Development
Citywide /
CDBG Eligible
Areas
Improve public facilities
and infrastructure

Address material
barriers to accessibility
CDBG: $508,005.00
Public facility or infrastructure
activities other than Low/Mod
Income Housing Benefit:
1,000 Persons Assisted
3 Affordable Housing
Preservation 2025 2026 Affordable Housing Citywide Preserve the supply of affordable housing CDBG: $450,000.00 Homeowner housing rehabilitated:
15 Households / Housing Units
4 Fair Housing
Services 2025 2026 Affordable Housing Citywide Ensure equal access to housing opportunities CDBG: $20,000.00
Public service activities other than
Low/Mod Income Housing Benefit:
50 Persons Assisted
5 Economic
Development 2025 2026 Economic
Development Citywide
Expand economic
opportunities for LMI
residents
CDBG: $32,000.00 Businesses assisted:
4 Businesses
6 Program
Administration 2025 2026 All Citywide All CDBG: $188,427.00 Other: 1

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Goal Descriptions
1 Goal Name Public Services
Goal
Description
Expand and support a comprehensive network of public services that address the critical needs of low- and moderate-income households and residents with special needs. These programs are intended to promote safety, stability, and self- sufficiency for underserved populations and prevent crises such as homelessness and ameliorate the effects of poverty. 2 Goal Name Public Facilities and Infrastructure Improvements Goal
Description
Invest in the rehabilitation of public facilities and infrastructure that serve low - and moderate- income residents. Improvements may include parks, youth and senior centers, sidewalks, streets, and other critical infrastructure that enhances neighborhood safety, accessibility, and quality of life. Priority will be given to projects that serve predominantly low - and moderate- income areas, or residents presumed under HUD regulations to be low - and moderate-income such as seniors and severely disabled adults. Where possible, improvements will remove material and architectural barriers to accessibility, in compliance with the ADA. 3 Goal Name Affordable Housing Preservation
Goal
Description
Preserve the supply of safe, decent, and affordable housing for low - and moderate -income households. This includes the rehabilitation of existing owner -occupied housing units, with a focus on improving accessibility and addressing health and safety hazards. Where appropriate, energy efficiency improvements and conservation measures will be implemented to increase sustainability and reduce monthly household utility costs and promote long-term affordability. 4 Goal Name Fair Housing Services
Goal
Description
Affirmatively further fair housing by providing residents with education, outreach, and counseling services related to their housing rights. Activities include anti -discrimination training, landlord- tenant mediation, and support for individuals seeking rea sonable accommodations.
5 Goal Name Economic Development
Goal
Description
Expand economic opportunities for low - and moderate -income residents by supporting a variety of initiatives, i ncluding training, business assistance, and commercial rehabilitation efforts that facilitate business growth and local hiring. 6 Goal Name Program Administration
Goal
Description
Ensure the effective, timely, and compliant administration of the CDBG program in accordance with HUD policy and federal regulations. Activities include overall program oversight, planning, performance evaluation, reporting, and coordination with community stakeholders to ensure resources are aligned with community needs and priorities.

Estimate the number of extremely low -income, low-income, and moderate-income families to whom the jurisdiction will provide affordable housing as defined by HOME 91.215(b).

The City of Rancho Cucamonga anticipates providing affordable housing to 15 low- and moderate-income households through the following activities:
• Homeowner Housing Rehabilitation – 15 households / housing units

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AP-35 Projects
Introduction
To address the high priority needs identified in the 2025- 2029 Consolidated Plan, the City of Rancho Cucamonga will invest CDBG funds in projects that provide public services to low- and moderate-income households, preserve affordable housing, expand economic opportunities, and improve the City’s public facilities and infrastructure. Together, these projects will address the housing and community development needs of residents.

Projects
Table 20 – Project Information
Project Name

1 Public Services
2 Public Facilities and Infrastructure Improvements
3 Affordable Housing Preservation
4 Fair Housing Services
5 Economic Development
6 Program Administration

Describe the reasons for allocation priorities and any obstacles to addressing underserved needs Based on the Strategic Plan, the City is allocating 100 percent of its CDBG funds (excluding program administration) for program year 2025- 2026 toward projects and activities that benefit low- and moderate-income households. Due to the nature of certain activities to be undertaken, investments in public service activities as well as public facilities and infrastructure improvements may be limited to the CDBG designated low - and moderate- income areas while other activities benefit low- and moderate-income clientele and are available citywide.

The primary obstacles to meeting the underserved needs of low - and moderate-income residents include limited funding from federal, state and other local sources, the high cost of housing that is not affordable to low -income households, and the lack of availability of home improvement financing in the private lending industry. To address these obstacles, the City is investing CDBG funds through the 2025-2026 Action Plan in projects that provide public services to low - and moderate-income households, preserve affordable housing, and improve public facilities and infrastructure.

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AP-38 Project Summary
Project Summary Information
1 Project Name Public Services
Target Area Citywide / CDBG Eligible Areas
Goals Supported Public Services
Needs Addressed Enhance public services for low- and moderate-income residents Funding CDBG: $123,500
Description
Provide a range of public services that address the critical needs of low- and moderate -income households and residents with special needs. These programs are intended to promote safety, stability, and self-sufficiency for underserved populations and prevent crises such as homelessness and ameliorate the effects of poverty.

Target Date 6/30/26
Estimate the
number and type of
families that will
benefit from the
proposed activities
535 persons assisted
Location Description Citywide / CDBG Eligible Areas
Planned Activities
FFS: Stepping Stones Program (15 people) - $15,000
IVHP: Food Security & Family Stabilization (100 people) - $15,000 NHDC: Kids Meals and Activities (30 people) - $20,000
NHDC: Senior Meals and Activities (100 people) - $20,000 CORC: CHAMPS Program (60 people) - $15,000
CORC: Bringing Healthy Home (80 people) - $17,000
CORC: Senior Health and Wellness Scholarship (150 people) - $21,500

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2 Project Name Public Facilities and Infrastructure Improvements Target Area Citywide / CDBG Eligible Areas
Goals Supported Public Facilities and Infrastructure Improvements Needs Addressed Improve public facilities and infrastructure & Address material barriers to accessibility
Funding CDBG: $508,005
Description
Improve public facilities and infrastructure that serve predominantly low- and moderate-income areas, or residents presumed under HUD regulations to be low - and moderate -income such as seniors and severely disabled adults. Improvements will remove material and architectural barriers to accessibility, in compliance with the ADA.

Target Date 6/30/26
Estimate the
number and type of
families that will
benefit from the
proposed activities
1,000 persons assisted
Location Description Citywide / CDBG Eligible Areas
Planned Activities
CORC: Concrete Rehabilitation (1,000 Persons) - $508,005

3 Project Name Affordable Housing Preservation
Target Area Citywide
Goals Supported Affordable Housing Preservation
Needs Addressed Preserve the supply of affordable housing Funding CDBG: $450,000
Description
Preserve the supply of safe, decent, and affordable housing for low - and moderate-income households. This includes the rehabilitation of existing owner -occupied housing units, with a focus on improving accessibility and addressing health and safety hazards. Where appropriate, energy efficiency improvements and conservation measures will be implemented to increase sustainability and reduce monthly household utility costs and promote long-term affordability.

Target Date 6/30/26
Estimate the
number and type of
families that will
benefit from the
proposed activities
15 Households / Housing Units
Location Description Citywide
Planned Activities CORC: Housing Rehabilitation Program (15 households) - $450,000

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4 Project Name Fair Housing Services
Target Area Citywide
Goals Supported Fair Housing Services
Needs Addressed Ensure equal access to housing opportunities Funding CDBG: $20,000
Description
Affirmatively further fair housing by providing residents with education, outreach, and counseling services related to their housing rights. Activities include anti -discrimination training, landlord -tenant mediation, and support for individuals seeking reasonable accommodations. These services are essential to eliminating barriers to housing choice and ensure equal access to safe, affordable housing.

Target Date 6/30/26
Estimate the
number and type of
families that will
benefit from the
proposed activities
50 persons assisted
Location Description Citywide
Planned Activities
IFHMB: Fair Housing Services (50 persons) - $20,000

5 Project Name Economic Development
Target Area Citywide
Goals Supported Economic Development
Needs Addressed Expand economic opportunities for low - and moderate -income residents
Funding CDBG: $32,000
Description
Expand economic opportunities for low - and moderate -income residents by supporting a variety of initiatives, including training, business assistance, and commercial rehabilitation efforts that facilitate business growth and local hiring.

Target Date 6/30/26
Estimate the
number and type of
families that will
benefit from the
proposed activities
4 businesses assisted
Location Description Citywide
Planned Activities
WeeCare: Microenterprise Boost Program - $32,000

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5 Project Name Program Administration
Target Area Citywide
Goals Supported All
Needs Addressed All
Funding CDBG: $188,427
Description
Overall administration of the CDBG program which includes preparation and submission of the Annual Action Plan and CAPER, IDIS data input, provision of technical assistance, monitoring of all projects, and fiscal management.

Target Date 6/30/26
Estimate the
number and type of
families that will
benefit from the
proposed activities
N/A
Location Description Citywide
Planned Activities
City of Rancho Cucamonga: CDBG Administration - $188,427

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AP-50 Geographic Distribution
Description of the geographic areas of the entitlement (including areas of low -income and minority concentration) where assistance will be directed
Assistance will be primarily directed to activities that serve low - and moderate-income residents citywide. During the 2025- 2026 program year, two public service activities and one infrastructure improvement project relies on the established low - and moderate- income area. Those are the CDBG-eligible portions of the Bringing Healthy Home activity, CHAMPS Program, and Concrete Rehabilitation project.

The low- and moderate-income census tract/block groups are shown on the map included in Appendix B of this Consolidated Plan. Based on 2016- 2020 ACS data, the City qualifies as an “exception grantee” with an exception threshold of 43.7%. This means that, for the purposes of the CDBG program, an area is considered low- and moderate-income if at least

43.7%. of residents have household incomes at or below 80% of AMI. Consequently, CDBG- funded activities that qualify under the area benefit criteria must serve areas where at least

43.7%. of residents are low- and moderate-income.

Geographic Distribution
Table 21 - Geographic Distribution
Target Area Percentage of CDBG Funds

1 Citywide 59%
2 CDBG Eligible Areas 41%

Rationale for the priorities for allocating investments geographically For the 2025 -2026 program year, the City will invest $1,321,932 of CDBG funds that will benefit low- and moderate-income residents. Of this amount, $540,005, or 41%, of all CDBG resources will be invested in public services and capital improvement activities that serve areas where at least 43.7% of residents are low- and moderate-income. Due to the nature of the activities to be undertaken, investments in activities such as Bringing Healthy Home, the CHAMPS program, and the Concrete Rehabilitation improvements are targeted to the designated CDBG Low - and Moderate-Income Areas (LMA), while other activities serve low- and moderate-income clientele are available citywide.

Discussion
The City of Rancho Cucamonga is allocating 100% percent of its non-administrative CDBG funds for program year 2025- 2026 to activities that benefit low - and moderate -income residents.

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AP-85 Other Actions
Introduction:

In the implementation of the 2025 -2026 Annual Action Plan, the City will invest CDBG resources to address obstacles to meeting underserved needs, foster and maintain affordable housing, reduce lead-based paint hazards, reduce the number of poverty -level families, develop institutional structure, and enhance coordination between public and private housing and social service agencies.

Actions planned to address obstacles to meeting underserved needs The primary obstacles to meeting the underserved needs of low - and moderate-income people include lack of funding from federal, state and other local sources, the high cost of housing that is not affordable to low -income households, and the lack of home improvement financing in the private lending industry. To address these obstacles, the City is investing CDBG funds through the 2025-2026 Action Plan in activities that provide public services to low- and moderate-income households, residents with special needs, and those experiencing or at risk of becoming homeless.

Actions planned to foster and maintain affordable housing During the 2025 -2026 program year, Rancho Cucamonga will invest CDBG funds to preserve and maintain affordable housing through the City’s Housing Rehabilitation Program that will provide financial assistance to low- and moderate-income homeowners to preserve their residence.

Actions planned to reduce lead-based paint hazards
The Residential Lead Based Paint Hazard Reduction Act of 1992 (Title X) emphasizes prevention of childhood lead poisoning through housing -based approaches. To reduce lead-based paint hazards, the City of Rancho Cucamonga will conduct lead -based paint testing and risk assessments for each property assisted under the Housing Rehabilitation Program that was built prior to January 1, 1978, and will incorporate safe work practices or abatement into the scope of work as required to reduce lead -based paint hazards in accordance with 24 CFR Part 35.

Actions planned to reduce the number of poverty-level families The implementation of CDBG activities meeting the goals established in this Consolidated Plan will help to reduce the number of poverty-level families by:
• Providing public services designed to address the needs of low- and moderate- income households, residents with special needs, and those experiencing homelessness to ameliorate the effects of poverty
• Improving public facilities and infrastructure to benefit residents in predominantly low- and moderate-income areas or those presumed under HUD regulations to be low- and moderate-income such as elderly residents and disabled adults

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• Supporting activities that preserve the existing housing stock that is affordable to low- and moderate-income households
• Expanding economic opportunities for low- and moderate-income residents In addition to these efforts, mainstream state and federal resources also contribute to reducing the number of individuals and families in poverty. Federal programs such as the Earned Income Tax Credit and Head Start provide pathways out of poverty for families who are ready to pursue employment and educational opportunities. Additionally, in California, the primary programs that assist families in poverty are CalWORKs, CalFresh (formerly food stamps) and Medi -Cal. Together, these programs provide individuals and families with employment assistance, subsidies for food, medical care, childcare and cash payments to meet basic needs such as housing, nutrition and transportation.

Actions planned to develop institutional structure
Rancho Cucamonga’s institutional delivery system is highly collaborative, well-structured, and equipped with experienced public and private sector partners. One of the key strengths of the system is the diverse network of service providers capable of leveraging CDBG funds to address affordable housing, public services, and community development needs. To enhance the effectiveness of the institutional delivery system and address service gaps, the City will collaborate with nonprofit agencies receiving CDBG funds through the 2025-2026 Action Plan to ensure that the needs of low- and moderate-income residents are met as envisioned within the 2025-2029 Consolidated Plan.

Actions planned to enhance coordination between public and private housing and social service agencies
To enhance coordination between public and private housing and social service agencies, the City will continue consulting with and inviting the participation of a wide variety of agencies and organizations involved in the delivery of housing and supportive services to low- and moderate- income residents in Rancho Cucamonga. With improvements in technology, the City will expand its outreach efforts to enhance coordination with public and private housing and social service agencies through social media platfor ms such Facebook, Twitter, Instagram, etc.

Discussion:

In the implementation of the 2025 -2026 Annual Action Plan, the City will invest CDBG resources to address obstacles to meeting underserved needs, foster and maintain affordable housing, reduce lead-based paint hazards, reduce the number of poverty -level families, develop institutional structure, and enhance coordination between public and private housing and social service agencies.

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AP-90 Program Specific Requirements
Introduction:

In the implementation of programs and activities under the 2025-2026 Annual Action Plan, the City will follow all HUD regulations concerning the use of program income, forms of investment, and the overall low- and moderate-income benefit for the CDBG program.

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's strategic plan.
$0

3. The amount of surplus funds from urban renewal settlements $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. The City will meet this requirement over the 2023- 2024, 2024-2025, and 2025-2026 program years.
100.00%

APPENDIX A
Citizen Participation

APPENDIX B
Grantee Unique Appendices

APPENDIX C
SF-424, SF-424B, & Certifications

CITIZEN PARTICIPATION PLAN
Draft – April 2025
Attachment 2

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Executive Summary
As required by the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD), the Citizen Participation Plan (CPP) sets forth the City of Rancho Cucamonga’s (“City” or “Rancho Cucamonga”) policies and procedures for providing community members with opportunities to participate in an advisory role in the planning, implementation, and evaluation of the Community Development Block Grant (CDBG) program. As a condition of receiving CDBG funds, the City is required to develop, publish, and implement the following key planning documents:

1. Citizen Participation Plan (CPP): the City’s policies and procedures that enable and encourage input from all residents throughout the consolidated planning process.

2. Consolidated Plan: a five-year plan that details the City’s housing and community development needs, planned uses of program funds to address those needs , and proposed program accomplishments.

3. Action Plan: an annual plan that describes the specific projects and activities that will be implemented during the program year (July 1 to June 30) to address the priority needs and goals established in the Consolidated Plan.

4. Consolidated Annual Performance and Evaluation Report (CAPER): an annual report that evaluates the progress the City has made toward accomplishing the goals established in the Consolidated Plan.

5. Analysis of Impediments to Fair Housing Choice or Assessment of Fair Housing (AI or AFH): a five- year plan that examines local housing conditions, policies, and practices and the extent to which these factors impact the range of housing choices and opportunities available to all residents in an environment free from discrimination.

Rancho Cucamonga provides for and encourages community members to participate in the development of or amendment to the CPP, Consolidated Plan, Action Plan, CAPER, and AI or AFH. The City actively seeks participation from low- and moderate-income persons, particularly those residing in areas where CDBG funds are proposed to be used, as well as residents of public and assisted housing developments, and by those living in predominantly low- and moderate-income neighborhoods1. The City also seeks input from CoC program participants and representatives of special needs populations such as elderly individuals, migrant workers, survivors of domestic violence, residents with disabilities, and persons with HIV/AIDS.

The City will make a concerted effort to notify and encourage the participation of local and regional institutions, the Continuum of Care (CoC) addressing homelessness within the jurisdiction, public agencies, and private entities including businesses, developers, non-

1 Predominately low- and moderate-income neighborhoods are generally defined as areas where at least 51% of the residents have incomes at or below 80% of Area Median Income (AMI). However, because few areas in Rancho Cucamonga meet this threshold, the City qualifies as an “exception grantee” under HUD regulations.

Based on 2016-2020 American Community Survey (ACS) data, the City’s exception threshold is 43.7%.

Therefore, in Rancho Cucamonga, predominantly low- and moderate-income neighborhoods are those in which a minimum of 43.7% of the residents have incomes at or below 80% of AMI.

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profit organizations, philanthropic organizations, community groups, and faith- based organizations, internet service providers, organizations engaged in narrowing the digital divide, agencies whose primary responsibilities include the management of flood prone areas, public land, or water resources, emergency management agencies, state and local health service providers, social service providers, fair housing organizations, Public Housing Agencies (PHAs), and other stakeholders in the development of or amendment to the CPP, Consolidated Plan, Action Plan, CAPER, and AI or AFH.

Additionally, the City is required to make reasonable efforts to provide language assistance to ensure meaningful access for Limited English Proficiency (LEP) persons to the City’s federally funded programs and activities. To ensure the appropriate targeting of resources, the City conducted a “Four Factor Analysis” in accordance with U.S. Department of Justice LEP Guidance. The analysis was conducted in the context of “safe harbor” thresholds provided by the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD). A Language Access Plan (LAP) was then developed to complement this CPP, focused on the provision of translation and interpretation services to LEP individuals.

Citizen Participation Plan
Plan Development
Public Review and Comment
The draft CPP shall be made available for public review and comment for a 30-day period.

Electronic copies of the draft CPP shall be posted on the City’s website and hard copies shall be made available at City Hall and the Rancho Cucamonga Public Library.

The CPP shall be provided in a format accessible to persons with disabilities upon request.

Such formats may include, but are not limited to providing oral, Braille, electronic, or large print versions of the plan to those visually impaired and delivering copies to those who are homebound.

The City will encourage comment and participation by minority and non-English speakers.

Publication of the plan shall be advertised in non- English languages as specified in the City’s LAP and translation services will be available upon request.

Written comments will be accepted by the Management Analyst, or their designee, during the public review period. A summary of all written comments , those received during the public hearing, as well as the City’s responses, will be attached to the CPP upon adoption.

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Public Hearing
The City shall conduct a public hearing to receive oral public comments on the draft CPP.

Following the public hearing, the City Council will consider the proposed CPP and may approve it as presented, approve it with modifications, or reject it.

If an attendee at the public hearing needs special assistance beyond what is normally provided, the City will attempt to accommodate these people in every reasonable manner upon request. Efforts may include, but are not limited to, accessible seating, assistive listening devices, video recording for those that are homebound, sign language services, and production of written transcripts.

In accordance with the City’s LAP, translation and interpretation services will be provided at public hearings when a significant number of non -English speaking residents are reasonably expected to participate, or upon request.

Adoption
The adopted CPP shall be posted on the City’s website , along with documentation of the community participation process.

Amendment
Amendment Considerations
The City shall amend the CPP, as necessary, to ensure adequate engagement and involvement of the public in making decisions related to the programs and documents governed by 24 CFR Part 91
. A Substantial Amendment of the CPP may be required should a provision of the CPP be found by the City to conflict with HUD regulations.

Minor edits to the CPP, such as updating contact information or technical details about schedules and publications, will not constitute a Substantial Amendment. Additionally, when authorized by HUD via waiver or statute to respond to an emergency situation, the City may modify the CPP to conform with the flexibilities granted by HUD. Such changes to the CPP will not require public review or a public hearing.

Public Review and Comment
Draft Substantial Amendments to the CPP shall be made available for public review and comment for a 30-day period. Electronic copies of the Substantial Amendment to the CPP shall be posted on the City’s website and hard copies shall be made available at City Hall and the Rancho Cucamonga Public Library.

The Amended CPP shall be provided in a format accessible to persons with disabilities upon request. Such formats may include, but are not limited to providing oral, Braille, electronic, or large print versions of the plan to those visually impaired and delivering copies to those who are homebound.

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The City will encourage comment and participation by minority and non-English speakers.

Publication of the amended plan shall be advertised in non-English languages as specified in the City’s LAP and translation services will be available upon request.

Written comments will be accepted by the Management Analyst, or their designee, during the public review period. A summary of all written comments, those received during the public hearing, as well as the City’s responses, will be attached to the CPP upon adoption.

Public Hearing
The City shall conduct a public hearing to receive oral public comments on the draft Substantial Amendment to the CPP. Following the public hearing, the City Council will consider the proposed Substantial Amendment to the CPP and may approve it as presented, approve it with modifications, or reject it.

If an attendee at the public hearing needs special assistance beyond what is normally provided, the City will attempt to accommodate these people in every reasonable manner upon request. Efforts may include, but are not limited to, accessible seating, assistive listening devices, video recording for those that are homebound, sign language services, and production of written transcripts.

In accordance with the City’s LAP, translation and interpretation services will be provided at public hearings when a significant number of non -English speaking residents are reasonably expected to participate, or upon request.

Adoption
The adopted CPP, as amended, shall be posted on the City’s website, along with documentation of the community participation process.

Consolidated Plan
Plan Development
Plan Considerations
As soon as feasible after the start of the public participation process for the Consolidated Plan, the City shall make the HUD-provided data and any other supplemental information available to residents, public agencies, and other interested parties by posting the data on the City’s website
. To facilitate this process, the City may include a link cross -referencing to the data on HUD’s website.

The draft Consolidated Plan for public review shall include the following information:
• The amount of assistance the City expects to receive (including grant funds and program income),
• The range of activities that may be undertaken, and
• The estimated amount of funding that will benefit low - and moderate- income persons.

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Rancho Cucamonga will make a concerted effort to notify and encourage the participation of:

Stakeholder Groups Examples

Community
• Residents (especially low- and moderate-income)
• Neighborhood groups
• Faith-based organizations
• Other interested stakeholders
Public Agencies
• Local and regional institutions
• The Continuum of Care (CoC)
• State and local health service providers
• Emergency management agencies
• Public Housing Agencies (PHAs)
• Agencies managing flood-prone areas, public land, or
water resources
Private Entities
• Businesses
• Developers
• Non-profit organizations
• Philanthropic organizations
• Internet service providers
• Organizations engaged in narrowing the digital divide Advocacy
• Fair housing organizations
• Community-based organizations that represent protected class members
• Civic leaders

A variety of mechanisms may be utilized to solicit input including email, interviews, focus groups, surveys, and community meetings.

The City will also consult with and provide information to the Housing Authority of San Bernardino County concerning public housing needs and planned projects and activities.

Public Review and Comment
The draft Consolidated Plan shall be made available for public review and comment for a 30-day period. Electronic copies of the draft Consolidated Plan shall be posted on the City’s website and hard copies shall be made available at City Hall and the Rancho Cucamonga Public Library.

The Consolidated Plan shall be provided in a format accessible to persons with disabilities upon request. Such formats may include, but are not limited to providing oral, Braille, electronic, or large print versions of the plan to those visually impaired and delivering copies to those who are homebound.

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The City will encourage comment and participation by minority and non-English speakers.

Publication of the plan shall be advertised in non- English languages as specified in the City’s LAP and translation services will be available upon request.

Rancho Cucamonga will also encourage comment and participation from low- and moderate-income residents, particularly those living in predominantly low- and moderate- income neighborhoods, in areas where CDBG funds are proposed to be used, and by residents of public and assisted housing. Activities to encourage participation may include but are not limited to advertising publication of the Consolidated Plan in target areas and making copies of the plan available in these neighborhoods.

Written comments will be accepted by the Management Analyst, or their designee, during the public review period. A summary of all written comments, those received during the public hearing, as well as the City’s responses, will be attached to the Consolidated Plan prior to submission to HUD.

Public Hearing
The City shall conduct a public hearing to receive oral public comments on the draft Consolidated Plan . Following the public hearing, the City Council will consider the proposed Consolidated Plan and may approve it as presented, approve it with modifications, or reject it . Only upon approval by the City Council will the Consolidated Plan be authorized for submission to HUD.

If an attendee at the public hearing needs special assistance beyond what is normally provided, the City will attempt to accommodate these people in every reasonable manner upon request. Efforts may include, but are not limited to, accessible seating, assistive listening devices, video recording for those that are homebound, sign language services, and production of written transcripts.

In accordance with the City’s LAP, translation and interpretation services will be provided at public hearings when a significant number of non -English speaking residents are reasonably expected to participate, or upon request.

Submittal to HUD
The approved and adopted Consolidated Plan shall be submitted to HUD at least 45 days before the start of the program year, unless otherwise directed by HUD. Documents related to the community participation process, including proof of public notice publication, a copy of the public hearing agenda, a summary of all public comments received, and the City’s responses to said comments shall be attached to the Consolidated Plan submission.

Once approved by HUD, the final Consolidated Plan shall be posted on the City’s website, along with documentation related to the community participation process.

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Amendment
Amendment Considerations
The City shall prepare a Substantial Amendment to the Consolidated Plan if a “substantial change” is proposed by City staff or the City Council. For the purpose of the Consolidated Plan, a “substantial change” is defined as:
• The addition of a new goal not previously identified in the Consolidated Plan • The removal of an existing goal identified in the Consolidated Plan • Changes to the allocation priorities or the method of distribution of funds meeting the following thresholds:

Minor Amendment Substantial Amendment

Net Increase ≤ 100% of the goal allocation > 100% of the goal allocation Net Decrease < 100% of the goal allocation = 100% of the goal allocation NOTE: The goal allocation is the funding amount listed in SP-45 of the most recently adopted Consolidated Plan
The City may make minor changes to the Consolidated Plan, as needed, so long as they do not constitute a Substantial Amendment. Changes to numeric accomplishment goals within an existing Consolidated Plan goal shall not constitute a Substantial Amendment.

Such changes to the Consolidated Plan will not require public review or a public hearing.

Public Review and Comment
Draft Substantial Amendments to the Consolidated Plan shall be made available for public review and comment for a 30-day period. Electronic copies of the Substantial Amendment to the Consolidated Plan shall be posted on the City’s website and hard copies shall be made available at City Hall and the Rancho Cucamonga Public Library.

The Amended Consolidated Plan shall be provided in a format accessible to persons with disabilities upon request. Such formats may include, but are not limited to providing oral, Braille, electronic, or large print versions of the plan to those visually impaired and delivering copies to those who are homebound.

The City will encourage comment and participation by minority and non-English speakers.

Publication of the amended plan shall be advertised in non-English languages as specified in the City’s LAP and translation services will be available upon request.

Rancho Cucamonga will also encourage comment and participation from low- and moderate-income residents, particularly those living in predominantly low- and moderate- income neighborhoods, in areas where CDBG funds are proposed to be used, and by residents of public and assisted housing. Activities to encourage participation may include but are not limited to advertising publication of the Amended Consolidated Plan in target areas and making copies of the plan available in these neighborhoods.

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Written comments will be accepted by the Management Analyst, or their designee, during the public review period. A summary of all written comments, those received during the public hearing, as well as the City’s responses , will be attached to the Amended Consolidated Plan prior to submission to HUD.

Public Hearing
The City shall conduct a public hearing to accept oral public comments on the draft Substantial Amendment to the Consolidated Plan. The City Council shall approve, approve with modifications, or reject the Substantial Amendment to the Consolidated Plan and authorize its submission to HUD.

If an attendee at the public hearing needs special assistance beyond what is normally provided, the City will attempt to accommodate these people in every reasonable manner upon request. Efforts may include, but are not limited to, accessible seating, assistive listening devices, video recording for those that are homebound, sign language services, and production of written transcripts.

In accordance with the City’s LAP, translation and interpretation services will be provided at public hearings when a significant number of non -English speaking residents are reasonably expected to participate, or upon request.

Submittal to HUD
The City may submit a copy of each amendment to HUD as it occurs, or at the end of the program year. Documents related to the community participation process, including proof of public notice publication, a copy of the public hearing agenda, a summary of all public comments received, and the City’s responses to said comments shall be attached to the Consolidated Plan Amendment submission.

The final Consolidated Plan, as amended, shall be posted on the City’s website , along with
documentation related to the community participation process.

Annual Action Plan
Plan Development
Plan Considerations
Prior to developing the Action Plan, the City shall issue a Notice of Funding Availability (NOFA) to inform potential applicants of available resources, funding priorities, program requirements, and application procedures. The City will conduct meetings to solicit input on proposed projects and activities. These meetings will take place prior to the publication of the draft Action Plan to ensure funding decisions reflect community needs and priorities.

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Public Review and Comment
The draft Action Plan shall be made available for public review and comment for a 30-day period. Electronic copies of the draft Action Plan shall be posted on the City’s website and hard copies shall be made available at City Hall and the Rancho Cucamonga Public Library.

The Action Plan shall be provided in a format accessible to persons with disabilities upon request. Such formats may include, but are not limited to providing oral, Braille, electronic, or large print versions of the plan to those visually impaired and delivering copies to those who are homebound.

The City will encourage comment and participation by minority and non-English speakers.

Publication of the plan shall be advertised in non- English languages as specified in the City’s LAP and translation services will be available upon request.

Rancho Cucamonga will also encourage comment and participation from low - and moderate-income residents, particularly those living in predominantly low- and moderate- income neighborhoods, in areas where CDBG funds are proposed to be used, and by residents of public and assisted housing. Activities to encourage participation may include but are not limited to advertising publication of the Action Plan in target areas and making copies of the plan available in these neighborhoods.

Written comments will be accepted by the Management Analyst, or their designee, during the public review period. A summary of all written comments, those received during the public hearing, as well as the City’s responses, will be attached to the Action Plan prior to submission to HUD.

Public Hearing
The City shall conduct a public hearing to receive oral public comments on the draft Action Plan. Following the public hearing, the City Council will consider the proposed Action Plan and may approve it as presented, approve it with modifications, or reject it . Only upon approval by the City Council will the Action Plan be authorized for submission to HUD.

If an attendee at the public hearing needs special assistance beyond what is normally provided, the City will attempt to accommodate these people in every reasonable manner upon request. Efforts may include, but are not limited to, accessible seating, assistive listening devices, video recording for those that are homebound, sign language services, and production of written transcripts.

In accordance with the City’s LAP, translation and interpretation services will be provided at public hearings when a significant number of non -English speaking residents are reasonably expected to participate, or upon request.

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Submittal to HUD
The adopted Action Plan shall be submitted to HUD at least 45 days before the start of the program year, unless otherwise directed by HUD. Documents related to the community participation process, including proof of public notice publication, a copy of the public hearing agenda, a summary of all public comments received, and the City’s responses to said comments shall be attached to the Action Plan submission.

Once approved by HUD, the final Action Plan shall be posted on the City’s website , along
with documentation related to the community participation process.

Amendment
Amendment Considerations
The City shall prepare a Substantial Amendment to the Action Plan if a “substantial change” is proposed by City staff or the City Council. For the purpose of the Action Plan, a “substantial change” is defined as:
• The addition of a new activity not previously identified in the Action Plan, without regard to funding source;
• The cancellation of an existing activity identified in the Action Plan, without regard to funding source;
• A change in the purpose, scope, location, or beneficiaries of an activity to the extent that it would be considered a new activity, at the discretion of the City; • Changes in the use of CDBG funds from one eligible activity to another eligible activity meeting the following thresholds:

Minor Amendment Substantial Amendment

Net Increase ≤ 100% of the activity allocation > 100% of the activity allocation Net Decrease < 100% of the activity allocation = 100% of the activity allocation NOTE: The activity allocation is the budget as listed in the most recently adopted Action Plan

The City may make minor changes to the Action Plan, as needed, so long as the changes do not constitute a Substantial Amendment. Such changes to the Action Plan will not require public review or a public hearing.

Public Review and Comment
Draft Substantial Amendments to the Action Plan shall be made available for public review and comment for a 30-day period. Electronic copies of the Substantial Amendment to the Action Plan shall be posted on the City’s website and hard copies shall be made available at City Hall and the Rancho Cucamonga Public Library.

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The Amended Action Plan shall be provided in a format accessible to persons with disabilities upon request. Such formats may include, but are not limited to providing oral, Braille, electronic, or large print versions of the plan to those visually impaired and delivering copies to those who are homebound.

The City will encourage comment and participation by minority and non-English speakers.

Publication of the amended plan shall be advertised in non-English languages as specified in the City’s LAP and translation services will be available upon request.

Rancho Cucamonga will also encourage comment and participation from low - and moderate-income residents, particularly those living in predominantly low- and moderate- income neighborhoods, in areas where CDBG funds are proposed to be used, and by residents of public and assisted housing. Activities to encourage participation may include but are not limited to advertising publication of the Amended Action Plan in target areas and making copies of the plan available in these neighborhoods.

Written comments will be accepted by the Management Analyst, or their designee, during the public review period. A summary of all written comments, those received during the public hearing, as well as the City’s responses, will be attached to the Amended Action Plan prior to submission to HUD.

Public Hearing
The City shall conduct a public hearing to receive oral public comments on the draft Substantial Amendment to the Action Plan. Following the public hearing, the City Council will consider the proposed Substantial Amendment to the Action Plan and may approve it as presented, approve it with modifications, or reject it . Only City Council approved amendments will be authorized for submission to HUD
If an attendee at the public hearing needs special assistance beyond what is normally provided, the City will attempt to accommodate these people in every reasonable manner upon request. Efforts may include, but are not limited to, accessible seating, assistive listening devices, video recording for those that are homebound, sign language services, and production of written transcripts.

In accordance with the City’s LAP, translation and interpretation services will be provided at public hearings when a significant number of non -English speaking residents are reasonably expected to participate, or upon request.

Submittal to HUD
The City may submit a copy of each amendment to HUD as it occurs, or at the end of the program year. Documents related to the community participation process, including proof of public notice publication, a copy of the public hearing agenda, a summary of all public comments received, and the City’s responses to said comments shall be attached to the Action Plan Amendment submission.

The final Action Plan, as amended, shall be posted on the City’s website , along with
documentation related to the community participation process.

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Consolidated Annual Performance and Evaluation Report
Plan Development
Public Review and Comment
The draft CAPER shall be made available for public review and comment for a 15 -day period. Electronic copies of the draft CAPER shall be posted on the City’s website and hard copies shall be made available at City Hall and the Rancho Cucamonga Public Library.

The CAPER shall be provided in a format accessible to persons with disabilities upon request. Such formats may include, but are not limited to providing oral, Braille, electronic, or large print versions of the plan to those visually impaired and delivering copies to those who are homebound.

The City will encourage comment and participation by minority and non-English speakers.

Publication of the plan shall be advertised in non- English languages as specified in the City’s LAP and translation services will be available upon request.

Rancho Cucamonga will also encourage comment and participation from low - and moderate-income residents, particularly those living in predominantly low- and moderate- income neighborhoods, in areas where CDBG funds were used, and by residents of public and assisted housing. Activities to encourage participation may include but are not limited to advertising publication of the CAPER in target areas and making copies of the plan available in these neighborhoods.

Written comments will be accepted by the Management Analyst, or their designee, during the public review period. A summary of all written comments, those received during the public hearing, as well as the City’s responses, will be attached to the CAPER prior to submission to HUD.

Public Hearing
The City shall conduct a public hearing to receive oral public comments on the draft CAPER.

Following the public hearing, the City Council will consider the proposed CAPER and may approve it as presented, approve it with modifications, or reject it. Only upon approval by the City Council will the CAPER be authorized for submission to HUD.

If an attendee at the public hearing needs special assistance beyond what is normally provided, the City will attempt to accommodate these people in every reasonable manner upon request. Efforts may include, but are not limited to, accessible seating, assistive listening devices, video recording for those that are homebound, sign language services, and production of written transcripts.

In accordance with the City’s LAP, translation and interpretation services will be provided at public hearings when a significant number of non -English speaking residents are reasonably expected to participate, or upon request.

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Submittal to HUD
The approved and adopted CAPER shall be submitted to HUD within 90 days following the end of the program year. Documents related to the community participation process, including proof of public notice publication, a copy of the public hearing agenda , a summary of all public comments received, and the City’s responses to said comments shall be attached to the CAPER submission.

The adopted CAPER shall be posted on the City’s website , including the approved
document and summary of the citizen participation and consultation process.

Analysis of Impediments or Assessment of Fair Housing
Plan Development
Plan Considerations
The AI or AFH is a five -year plan completed by the City individually or as part of a local consortium of other HUD grantees pursuant to HUD guidance for the evaluation of local housing conditions, policies, and practices and the extent to which these factors impact the range of housing choices and opportunities available to all residents in an environment free from discrimination. As of February 2025, HUD has suspended the AFH planning framework. The following describes the process and procedures related to the development of the AI or AFH in the event the rule is reinstated.

As soon as feasible after the start of the public participation process for the AI or AFH, the City will make the HUD-provided data and any other supplemental information available to residents, public agencies and other interested parties by posting the data on the City’s website
. To facilitate this process, the City may include a link cross-referencing to the data on HUD’s website.

Rancho Cucamonga will make a concerted effort to notify and encourage the participation of:

Stakeholder Groups Examples

Community
• Residents (especially low- and moderate-income)
• Neighborhood groups
• Faith-based organizations
• Other interested stakeholders
Public Agencies
• Local and regional institutions
• The Continuum of Care (CoC)
• State and local health service providers
• Emergency management agencies
• Public Housing Agencies (PHAs)
• Agencies managing flood-prone areas, public land, or
water resources

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Private Entities
• Businesses
• Developers
• Non-profit organizations
• Philanthropic organizations
• Internet service providers
• Organizations engaged in narrowing the digital divide Advocacy
• Fair housing organizations
• Community-based organizations that represent protected class members
• Civic leaders

A variety of mechanisms may be utilized to solicit input including email, interviews, focus groups, surveys, and community meetings.

Public Review and Comment
The draft AI or AFH shall be made available for public review and comment for a 30 -day period. Electronic copies of the draft AI or AFH shall be posted on the City’s website and hard copies shall be made available at City Hall and the Rancho Cucamonga Public Library.

The AI or AFH shall be provided in a format accessible to persons with disabilities upon request. Such formats may include, but are not limited to providing oral, Braille, electronic, or large print versions of the plan to those visually impaired and delivering copies to those who are homebound.

The City will encourage comment and participation by minority and non-English speakers.

Publication of the plan shall be advertised in non- English languages as specified in the City’s LAP and translation services will be available upon request.

Rancho Cucamonga will also make a concerted effort to notify the PHA about its strategy to affirmatively further fair housing and encourage participation from residents of public and assisted housing developments (including any resident advisory boards, resident councils, and resident management corporations). Activities to encourage participation may include but are not limited to advertising publication of the AI or AFH and making copies of the plan available at public and assisted housing developments.

Written comments will be accepted by the Management Analyst, or their designee, during the public review period. A summary of all written comments, those received during the public hearing, as well as the City’s responses, will be attached to the AI or AFH upon adoption.

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Public Hearing
The City shall conduct a public hearing to receive oral public comments on the draft AI or AFH. Following the public hearing, the City Council will consider the proposed AI or AFH and may approve it as presented, approve it with modifications, or reject it . Only upon approval by the City Council will the AI or AFH be authorized for submission to HUD.

If an attendee at the public hearing needs special assistance beyond what is normally provided, the City will attempt to accommodate these people in every reasonable manner upon request. Efforts may include, but are not limited to, accessible seating, assistive listening devices, video recording for those that are homebound, sign language services, and production of written transcripts.

In accordance with the City’s LAP, translation and interpretation services will be provided at public hearings when a significant number of non -English speaking residents are reasonably expected to participate, or upon request.

Submittal to HUD
The adopted AI or AFH shall be submitted to HUD for review and approval or rejection.

Documents related to the community participation process, including proof of public notice publication, a copy of the public hearing agenda, a summary of all public comments received, and the City’s responses to said comments shall be attached to the AI or AFH submission.

Once approved by HUD, the final AI or AFH shall be posted on the City’s website , along
with documentation related to the community participation process. The goals of the AI or AFH shall be incorporated into the Consolidated Plan and the City shall annually report on the status of the Fair Housing Plan in the CAPER.

Amendment
Amendment Considerations
The City shall prepare a Substantial Amendment to the AI or AFH that was previously accepted by HUD if a “ material change” occurs. For the purpose of the AI or AFH, a “material change” is defined as:
• A change in circumstances in the jurisdiction of a program participant that affects the information on which the AI or AFH is based to the extent that the analysis, the fair housing contributing factors, or the priorities and goals of the AI or AFH no longer reflect actual circumstances. Examples include Presidentially declared disasters, under title IV of the Robert T. Stafford Disaster Relief and Emergency Assistance Act (42 U.S.C. 5121 et seq.), in the program participant's area that are of such a nature as to significantly impact the steps a program participant may need to take to affirmatively further fair housing; significant demographic changes; new significant contributing factors in the participant's jurisdiction; and civil rights findings, determinations, settlements (including Voluntary Compliance

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Agreements), or court orders; or, upon HUD's written notification specifying a material change that requires the revision.

A Substantial Amendment to the AI or AFH consists of preparing and submitting amended analyses, assessments, priorities, and goals that take into account the material change, including any new fair housing issues and contributing factors that may arise as a result of the material change.

Public Review and Comment
Draft Substantial Amendments to the AI or AFH shall be made available for public review and comment for a 30-day period. Electronic copies of the Substantial Amendment to the AI or AFH shall be posted on the City’s website and hard copies shall be made available at City Hall and the Rancho Cucamonga Public Library.

The Amended AI or AFH shall be provided in a format accessible to persons with disabilities upon request. Such formats may include, but are not limited to providing oral, Braille, electronic, or large print versions of the plan to those visually impaired and delivering copies to those who are homebound.

The City will encourage comment and participation by minority and non-English speakers.

Publication of the amended plan shall be advertised in non-English languages as specified in the City’s LAP and translation services will be available upon request.

Rancho Cucamonga will also encourage comment and participation from low - and moderate-income residents, particularly those living in predominantly low- and moderate- income neighborhoods, in areas where CDBG funds are proposed to be used, and by residents of public and assisted housing. Activities to encourage participation may include but are not limited to advertising publication of the Amended AI or AFH in target areas and making copies of the plan available in these neighborhoods.

Written comments will be accepted by the Management Analyst, or their designee, during the public review period. A summary of all written comments, those received during the public hearing, as well as the City’s responses, will be attached to the Amended AI or AFH prior to submission to HUD.

Public Hearing
The City shall conduct a public hearing to receive oral public comments on the draft Substantial Amendment to the AI or AFH . Following the public hearing, the City Council will consider the proposed Substantial Amendment to the AI or AFH and may approve it as presented, approve it with modifications, or reject it. Only City Council -approved amendments will be authorized for submission to HUD.

If an attendee at the public hearing needs special assistance beyond what is normally provided, the City will attempt to accommodate these people in every reasonable manner upon request. Efforts may include, but are not limited to, accessible seating, assistive listening devices, video recording for those that are homebound, sign language services, and production of written transcripts.

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In accordance with the City’s LAP, translation and interpretation services will be provided at public hearings when a significant number of non -English speaking residents are reasonably expected to participate, or upon request.

Submittal to HUD
A copy of the Amended AI or AFH shall be submitted to HUD within 12 months of the onset of a material change that triggers a Substantial Amendment, unless otherwise directed by HUD. Documents related to the community participation process, including proof of public notice publication, a copy of the public hearing agenda, a summary of all public comments received, and the City’s responses to said comments shall be attached to the AI or AFH Amendment submission.

The final AI or AFH, as amended, shall be posted on the City’s website , along with
documentation related to the community participation process.

Public Hearings, Notification, and Access
Public Hearings
Process
The City shall conduct at least two (2) public hearings per year to solicit input from community members. These meetings shall be held at different stages of the program year to gather public feedback on housing and community development needs, proposed activities, strategies for affirmatively furthering fair housing, and program performance.

During the development of the Consolidated Plan and AI or AFH, at least one public hearing shall occur before the draft documents are released for public review and comment.

At a minimum, public hearings shall be held for the adoption of the CPP, Consolidated Plan, Annual Action Plans, CAPER, AI or AFH, and any Substantial Amendments.

While in-person hearings are the default format, the City may implement HUD -approved alternative participation methods in response to exigent circumstances, such as public health emergencies, natural disasters, and other events that pose a risk to public safety or hinder in-person participation. These may include virtual public hearings conducted via online platforms that allow for comments and answers in real time and are accessible to persons with disabilities and non-English speaking residents. Any such modifications will be made in accordance with HUD guidance and will be designed to maintain accessibility, transparency, and robust community engagement to the greatest extent possible under the circumstances.

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Notification
A public notice shall be published at least 14 days prior to any scheduled public hearing (the public hearing will be held on or after the 15th day). Adequate noticing will include:

Newspaper: Publishing a public notice in the Inland Valley Daily Bulletin, and possibly other newspapers of general circulation
Public Places: Posting notices at City Hall and at the Rancho Cucamonga Public Library Online: Displaying copies of notices on the City’s website Notices shall include the date, time, and location of the public hearing as well as information on the subject and topic of the meeting including summaries when possible and appropriate to properly inform the public of the meeting. Notices will be published in non-English languages in accordance with the City’s LAP and will be accessible to those with disabilities. Additionally, each notice shall provide instructions for requesting special accommodations for individuals with disabilities and language assistance services for non- English speakers. Proof of publication (affidavit) shall be obtained from each newspaper and attached to the final version of the relevant planning document.

Access
Public hearings that require City Council action will be conducted in front of the Rancho Cucamonga City Council at 7:00 pm in the City Council Chambers (10500 Civic Center Drive, Rancho Cucamonga, CA 91730). For public hearings that do not require City Council action, the City will make every reasonable effort to conduct such hearings at times and locations that are convenient for potential and actual beneficiaries.

Efforts to ensure this may include, but are not limited to, scheduling meetings during the evening to accommodate work schedules, reserving accessible facilities, and arranging for them to take place in target neighborhoods.

Copies of agendas, meeting minutes, and staff reports along with any sign- in sheets circulated at public hearings shall be retained and attached to the final version of the relevant planning document.

Disability: It is the intention of the City to comply with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) in all respects. If an attendee or participant at a public hearing needs special assistance beyond what is normally provided, the City will attempt to accommodate these people in every reasonable manner. Efforts may include, but are not limited to, accessible seating, assistive listening devices, video recording for those that are homebound, si gn language services, and production of written transcripts.

Language: I
n accordance with the City’s LAP, translation and interpretation services will be provided at public hearings when a significant number of non- English speaking residents are reasonably expected to participate, or upon request.

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Requests for reasonable accommodations and language assistance services must be made at least 48 hours prior to the public hearing to:

City of Rancho Cucamonga – City Clerk’s Office
10500 Civic Center Drive
Rancho Cucamonga, CA 91730
(909) 774-2023
Comments
Residents and stakeholders are encouraged to state their questions and comments during the development of the key planning documents and any amendments to said documents.

All questions raised by attendees shall be answered by City staff, and all comments, suggestions, and proposals shall be recorded and considered in program planning. Verbal comments received at public hearings as well as responses to said comments will be summarized and included as an attachment to the final planning document.

Documents for Public Review
Process
The required public comment periods for each of the key planning documents and substantial amendments to said documents are as follows:

Document Length of Public Comment Period

CPP 30 days
Consolidated Plan 30 days
Annual Action Plan 30 days
CAPER 15 days
AI or AFH 30 days

In the event of a federally declared disaster or emergency, the City may implement HUD - approved alternative participation methods. These may include shorter advanced notice timelines as well as reduced public comment periods. Any such modifications will be made in accordance with HUD guidance and will be designed to maintain accessibility, transparency, and robust community engagement to the greatest extent possible.

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Notification
The City ensures adequate advance notice of all public review and comment periods by publishing public notices before the review period begins. Adequate noticing will include:

Newspaper: Publishing a public notice in the Inland Valley Daily Bulletin, and possibly other newspapers of general circulation
Public Places: Posting notices at City Hall and at the Rancho Cucamonga Public Library Online: Displaying copies of notices on the City’s website These notices shall clearly state the start and end date of the comment period, provide a summary of the document’s purpose and content , while also specifying where the full document can be reviewed. Notices will be published in non -English languages in accordance with the City’s LAP and will be accessible to those with disabilities. Each notice shall provide instructions for requesting special accommodations for individuals with disabilities and language assistance services for non-English speakers. Proof of publication (affidavit) shall be obtained from each newspaper and attached to the final version of the relevant planning document.

Access
The City will place an adequate supply of copies of each draft document and substantial amendments to each document subject to public review at the following locations:

Online: City website
City Hall: 10500 Civic Center Drive, Rancho Cucamonga, CA 91730 Public Library: 12505 Cultural Center Drive, Rancho Cucamonga, CA 91739 Disability: All reports and materials shall be made available in a format accessible to persons with disabilities, upon request. Such formats may include, but are not limited to, providing oral, Braille, electronic, or large print versions of the plan to those visually impaired, and delivering copies to those who are homebound.

Language: I n accordance with the City’s LAP, all documents shall be made available for non-English speaking residents upon request.

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Comments
Residents and stakeholders are encouraged to provide written comments during the development of all key planning documents and any proposed amendments. Written comments as well as requests for documents in alternative formats should be directed to:

City of Rancho Cucamonga
Planning Department – Economic Development Division
Flavio Nuñez, Management Analyst
10500 Civic Center Drive
Rancho Cucamonga, CA 91730
(909) 774-4313
[email protected]
All written comments received during the public comment period, along with the City’s responses, shall be attached to the final version of the relevant planning document.

Availability
The City is committed to providing timely and reasonable access to public information and records related to the development of key planning documents and the use of HUD funds from the preceding five years. Final versions of the CPP, Consolidated Plan, Annual Action Plans, CAPERs, and AI or AFH shall be made available on the City’s website following
approval by the City Council and HUD.

Information to be made available shall also include budget and program performance data, meeting agendas and minutes, public comments received, and other relevant materials associated with the planning and implementation of HUD-funded programs.

Requests for public records must be made to the City in writing. Staff shall respond to such requests within 15 working days or as soon as possible thereafter. Hard copies may be obtained from the Housing Department, subject to standard reproduction fees established by the City Clerk’s Office.

If a requested document contains Personally Identifiable Information (PII) or has been deemed confidential by the City Attorney, it shall be withheld from public disclosure. In such cases, the requestor will be notified as part of the City’s response.

Written requests should be addressed to:

City of Rancho Cucamonga
Planning Department – Economic Development Division
Flavio Nuñez, Management Analyst
10500 Civic Center Drive
Rancho Cucamonga, CA 91730
[email protected]

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Technical Assistance
Process
Upon request, staff shall provide technical assistance to groups representing low - and moderate-income persons to develop funding requests for CDBG eligible activities.

Technical assistance will be provided as follows:
• Establish a Notice of Funding Availabili ty (NOFA) that provides information and instructions to interested parties so that they can have reasonable access to the funding consideration process.
• Provide self-explanatory application forms designed to be easily understood and concise while still addressing all key items necessary to evaluate the proposed activity.
• Host a NOFA workshop to provide advice and best practices to help applicants develop competitive funding requests.
• Schedule one-on-one meetings as needed to assist applicants in preparing eligible funding requests.

Complaints
Process
A complaint regarding the Consolidated Plan process, the development of any Substantial Amendments, and program performance must be submitted in writing to the Management Analyst. A timely and substantive written response will be made to complaints within 15 working days from the date of receipt (where practicable), acknowledging the letter and identifying a plan of action, if necessary. The City will accept written complaints provided they specify:
• The description of the objection, and supporting facts and data; and • Provide name, address, telephone number, and a date of complaint.

Appeals
Appeals concerning the planning documents, statements, or recommendations of the staff should be made to the following persons, in the order presented:
• Planning Director
• City Manager
• City Council
• Los Angeles HUD Field Office (if concerns are not answered)

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Anti-Displacement and Relocation
Anti-Displacement Policy
The City’s Anti-Displacement and Relocation Plan describes how Rancho Cucamonga will assist persons who must be temporarily relocated or permanently displaced due to the use of HUD Community Planning and Development (CPD) program funds. This plan takes effect whenever the City funds activities that involve the following:
• Property acquisition,
• Potential displacement of people from their homes and the need to relocate people (either permanently or temporarily), and
• The demolition or conversion of low- and moderate-income housing units.

Rancho Cucamonga will take reasonable steps to minimize displacement as a result of CDBG activities. This means that the City shall:
• Consider if displacement will occur as part of funding decisions and project feasibility determinations,
• Assure, whenever possible, that occupants of buildings to be rehabilitated are offered an opportunity to return,
• Plan substantial rehabilitation projects in “stages” to minimize displacement • Meet all HUD notification requirements so that affected persons do not move because they have not been informed about project plans and their rights.

The City seeks to minimize, to the greatest extent feasible, the displacement, whether permanently or temporarily, of persons (families, individuals, businesses, nonprofit organizations, or farms) from projects funded with CDBG involving single- or multi-family rehabilitation, acquisition, commercial rehabilitation, demolition, economic development, or capital improvement activities.

Projects that Rancho Cucamonga deems beneficial but that may cause displacement may be recommended and approved for funding only if Rancho Cucamonga or its subgrantee demonstrates that such displacement is necessary and vital to the project and that they take efforts to reduce the number of persons displaced. Further, they must clearly demonstrate that the goals and anticipated accomplishments of a pr oject outweigh the adverse effects of displacement imposed on persons who must relocate.

Displacement Assistance
Consistent with the goals and objectives of the CDBG programs, Rancho Cucamonga will take all reasonable steps necessary to minimize displacement of persons, even temporarily.

If displacement occurs, the City will provide relocation assistance to all persons directly, involuntarily, and permanently displaced according to HUD regulations.

If Rancho Cucamonga temporarily displaces a low - or moderate-income household, that household becomes eligible for certain relocation payments. The assistance applies to those persons residing in the residence at the time the application is processed and is based on the following procedures:

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• If the structure and its occupants are determined eligible for temporary relocation assistance, the owner-occupants and tenants are eligible for the actual reasonable cost (based on fair market rent) of temporary lodging facilities until the structure is determined habitable by Rancho Cucamonga’s housing inspector; • Rancho Cucamonga must approve housing and the Lessor and Lessee must sign a rent agreement before move -in. Housing must be comparable functionally to the displacement dwelling and decent, safe, and sanitary. This does not mean that the housing must be in comparable size. The term “functionally equivalent” means that it performs the same function, has the same principal features present, and can contribute to a comparable style of living. Approved lodging accommodations include apartments and houses. Rancho Cucamonga does not reimburse “rental expenses” for living with a friend or family member;
• Either Rancho Cucamonga will provide the owner -occupants and tenants a direct payment for moving expenses (to and from temporary housing) and storage costs, or Rancho Cucamonga will arrange moving and storage of furniture with a moving company. If Rancho Cucamonga makes a direct payment, complete documentation and receipts are necessary to process claims when storage costs exceed the amount assumed by the direct payment; and
• Damage deposits, utility hookups, telephone hookups and insurance costs are not eligible for reimbursement.

DATE: May 21, 2025
TO: Mayor and Members of the City Council
FROM: John R. Gillison, City Manager
INITIATED BY: Elisa Cox, Assistant City Manager
Matt Burris, Deputy City Manager Economic & Community
Development
Matt Marquez, Economic Development Director
Zack Neighbors, Building & Safety Services Director
SUBJECT: Quarterly Development Update - First Quarter 2025. (CITY) RECOMMENDATION:

Staff recommends that the City Council receive a presentation from staff on development-related activities for the first quarter of 2025 (January through March).

BACKGROUND:

In 2023 staff began providing Quarterly Development Updates (QDU) to the City Council. The purpose of these reports is to update Council and the community on development related activities on a regular basis. While annual reports such as the General Plan progress report includes some information on development activities (such as the number of permits issued and housing units constructed for example), quarterly updates are an effective way to provide information on development activity over a shorter period of time. They also allow staff to include different information, such as economic development related activities or customer service data, that is not provided in other annual reports, but is important to the City’s community development function.

ANALYSIS:

The QDU to be presented to the City Council will include summaries of Building & Safety and Planning & Economic Development related activities. This includes, but may not be limited to, detailing entitlement approvals by use type, providing updates on key development projects, and reporting on building permit and plan check activity.

Staff's formal presentation to the City Council will provide additional details on development- related activities, and staff will continue to report this information to Council quarterly.

FISCAL IMPACT:

None.

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COUNCIL MISSION / VISION / VALUE(S) ADDRESSED:

This item addresses the Council’s following core values:

1. Providing and nurturing a high quality of life for all

2. Relentless pursuit of improvement

3. Building and preserving a family-oriented atmosphere ATTACHMENTS:

None.