City Council and Concurrent Authorities
April 29, 2025

Appendix E of the Title VI Assurances
(US DOT Order 1050.2A)
During the performance of this contract, the contractor, for itself, its assignees, and successors in interest (hereinafter referred to as the “contractor”) agrees to comply with the following nondiscrimination statutes and authorities; including but not limited to:

Pertinent Nondiscrimination Authorities:
• Title VI of the Civil Rights Act of 1964 (42 U.S.C. § 2000d et seq., 78 stat. 252), (prohibits discrimination on the basis of race, color, national origin); and 49 CFR Part 21.
• The Uniform Relocation Assistance and Real Property Acquisition Policies Act of 1970, (42 U.S.C. § 4601), (prohibits unfair treatment of persons displaced or whose property has been acquired because of Federal or Federal-aid programs and projects);
• Federal-Aid Highway Act of 1973, (23 U.S.C. § 324 et seq.), (prohibits discrimination on the basis of sex);
• Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, (29 U.S.C. § 794 et seq.), as amended, (prohibits discrimination on the basis of disability); and 49 CFR Part 27;
• The Age Discrimination Act of 1975, as amended, (42 U.S.C. § 6101 et seq.), (prohibits discrimination on the basis of age);
• Airport and Airway Improvement Act of 1982, (49 U.S.C. § 4 71, Section 4 7123), as amended, (prohibits discrimination based on race, creed, color, national origin, or sex);
• The Civil Rights Restoration Act of 1987, (PL 100-209), (Broadened the scope, coverage and applicability of Title VI of the Civil Rights Act of 1964, The Age Discrimination Act of 1975 and Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, by expanding the definition of the terms “programs or activities” to include all of the programs or activities of the Federal-aid recipients, subrecipients and contractors, whether such programs or activities are Federally funded or not);
• Titles II and III of the Americans with Disabilities Act, which prohibit discrimination on the basis of disability in the operation of public entities, public and private transportation systems, places of public accommodation, and certain testing entities (42 U.S.C. §§ 12131-12189) as implemented by Department of Transportation regulations at 49 C.F.R. parts 37 and 38;
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• The Federal Aviation Administration's Nondiscrimination statute (49 U.S.C. § 47123) (prohibits discrimination on the basis of race, color, national origin, and sex);
• Executive Order 12898, Federal Actions to Address Environmental Justice in Minority Populations and Low-Income Populations, which ensures discrimination against minority populations by discouraging programs, policies, and activities with disproportionately high and adverse human health or environmental effects on minority and low-income populations; • Executive Order 13166, Improving Access to Services for Persons with Limited English Proficiency, and resulting agency guidance, national origin discrimination includes discrimination because of limited English proficiency (LEP). To ensure compliance with Title VI, you must take reasonable steps to ensure that LEP persons have meaningful access to your programs (70 Fed. Reg. at 74087 to 74100);
• Title IX of the Education Amendments of 1972, as amended, which prohibits you from discriminating because of sex in education programs or activities (20 U.S.C. 1681 et seq).

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1 BOND FOR FAITHFUL PERFORMANCE
KNOW ALL MEN BY THESE PRESENTS:

That we, __________________________________________________, a STATE OF CA CORPORATION, as Principal and
, a corporation, organized and existing under the laws
of the State of and duly authorized to transact business under the laws of the State of California, as Surety, are held and firmly bound unto the City of Stockton, a municipal corporation, duly created and existing under and by virtue of the laws of the State of California, as obligee, in the just and full sum of FOUR MILLION TWO HUNDRED EIGHTEEN THOUSAND ONE HUNDRED TEN AND NO/100 DOLLARS ($4,218,110), in lawful money of the United States of America (being 100% of the contract price) for the payment whereof well and truly to be made to the said CITY, the said Principal and Surety bind themselves, their successors and assigns, jointly and severally, firmly by these presents.

The condition of the foregoing obligation is such that the above bounded Principal has simultaneously entered into a contract with the CITY, to do and perform the following work, to wit:

SOUTH STOCKTON PEDESTRIAN HAWK IMPROVEMENTS
PROJECT NO. WT22048/STATE PROJECT NO. HSIPSL-5008(196)
NOW, THEREFORE, if the above bounded Principal, CONTRACTOR, Company or
Corporation or its Subcontractor, shall well and truly perform the work contracted to be done under said contract, then this obligation to be null and void; otherwise to remain in full force and effect.

No prepayment or delay in payment and no change, extension, addition or alteration of any provision of said contract, or in said plans or specifications agreed to between the said CONTRACTOR and the said CITY, and no forbearance on the part of the said CITY shall operate to relieve any Surety or Sureties from liability on this bond,

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2 and consent by said Surety is hereby given, and the said Surety hereby waives the provisions of Sections 2819 and 2845 of the Civil Code of the State of California.

SIGNED AND SEALED on
APPROVED AS TO SURETY: By

PRINCIPAL
SURETY
APPROVED AS TO FORM & CONTENT:

LORI M. ASUNCION

OFFICE OF THE CITY ATTORNEY
By

ATTORNEY-IN-FACT
By

DEPUTY CITY ATTORNEY

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1 BOND FOR LABOR AND MATERIAL
KNOW ALL MEN BY THESE PRESENTS:

That we, ZARA CONSTRUCTION, INC, a STATE OF CA CORPORATION, as Principal and , a corporation, organized and existing
under the laws of the State of and duly authorized to transact business under the laws of the State of California, as Surety, are held and firmly bound unto the City of Stockton, a municipal corporation, duly created and existing under and by virtue of the laws of the State of California, and unto any and all material suppliers, persons, companies, or corporations furnishing materials, provisions, provender or other supplies used in, upon, for or about the performance of the work contemplated to be executed or performed under the contract hereinafter mentioned, and all persons, companies, or corporations renting or hiring teams, or implements of machinery, for or contributing to said work and all persons who perform work or labor upon the same, and all persons who supply both work and materials, and whose claims have not been paid by the contractor, company or corporation in the just and full sum of FOUR MILLION TWO HUNDRED EIGHTEEN THOUSAND ONE HUNDRED TEN AND NO/100 DOLLARS ($4,218,110), in lawful money of the United States of America (being 100% of the contract price) for the payment whereof well and truly to be made to said City of Stockton and to said persons jointly and severally, the said principal and Surety bind themselves, their successors and assigns, jointly and severally, firmly by these presents.

The condition of the foregoing obligations is such that the above bounden Principal has simultaneously entered into a contract of even date herewith, with the CITY, to do and perform the following work, to-wit:

SOUTH STOCKTON PEDESTRIAN HAWK IMPROVEMENTS
PROJECT NO. WT22048/STATE PROJECT NO. HSIPSL-5008(196)
NOW, THEREFORE, if the above bounden Principal, CONTRACTOR, Company or Corporation or its Subcontractor, fail to pay for all materials, provisions, provender, or other supplies, or teams, used in, upon, for or about the performance of the work contracted to be done, or for any work or labor done thereon of any kind, the Surety on

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2 this bond will pay the same, in an amount not exceeding the sum specified in this bond, provided that any and all claims hereunder shall be filed and proceedings had in connection therewith as required by the provisions of Division 3, Part 4, Title 15, Chapter 5, Article 1 of the Civil Code of California, provided that in case suit is brought upon this bond, a reasonable attorney's fee shall be awarded by the Court to the prevailing party in said suit; said attorney's fee to be fixed as costs in said suit, and to be included in the judgment therein rendered.

No prepayment or delay in payment and no change, extension, addition or alteration of any provision of said contract or in said plans or specifications agreed to between the said CONTRACTOR and the said CITY and no forbearance on the part of the said CITY shall operate to relieve any surety or sureties from liability on this bond, and consent to make such alterations without further notice to or consent by any such surety is hereby given, and the said sureties hereby waive the provisions of Sections 2819 and 2845 of the Civil Code of the State of California.

SIGNED AND SEALED on .

APPROVED AS TO SURETY: By

PRINCIPAL

SURETY
APPROVED AS TO FORM & CONTENT:

LORI M. ASUNCION

OFFICE OF THE CITY ATTORNEY
By

ATTORNEY-IN-FACT
By

DEPUTY CITY ATTORNEY

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City of Stockton
Legislation Text
File #: 25-0159, Version: 1

ADOPT RESOLUTION TO AUTHORIZE THE FONG PARK PHASE II PROJECT

RECOMMENDATION
It is recommended that the City Council adopt a resolution to:

1. Appropriate funds in the amount of $127,632.38 from the Stockton Consolidated Landscape Maintenance Assessment District No. 96-2 Reserves for Continuing Appropriations Accounts to Fong Park Phase II, Project No. WP13207.

2. Approve Notice of Exemption No. NOE11-23 under the California Environmental Quality Act for the Fong Park Phase II, Project No. WP13207.

3. Approve the plans and specifications for the Fong Park Phase II, Project No. WP13207.

4. Award a Construction Contract in the amount of $1,117,606 to McFadden Construction, Inc. of Stockton, CA, for the Fong Park Phase II, Project No. WP13207.

It is also recommended that the City Manager be authorized to take appropriate and necessary actions to carry out the purpose and intent of this resolution.

Summary
Fong Park is located at 2408 Thistle Way and consists of approximately seven acres. Five of the seven acres of the neighborhood park site were developed in 2004, with water and utility connections extending to the remaining two undeveloped acres (Attachment A). The Fong Park Phase II project will improve the remaining two acres of the park site with the installation of concrete walkways, solar pathway lighting, waterwise landscaping, benches, and trash receptacles. The project also includes converting the existing Phase I conventional sodium halide pathway lighting to all solar to match the Phase II improvements. The project was included in the 2024-29 Five-Year Capital Improvement Plan (CIP) with project funding from Senate Bill (SB) 179.

On December 19, 2024, the City received six bids for this project. It is recommended that Council award a Construction Contract to the lowest responsible bidder, McFadden Construction, in the amount of $1,117,606. It is also recommended that Council adopt a resolution approving Notice of Exemption No. NOE11-23 under the California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA), approving the plans and specifications, and appropriating funds for the project. Construction is anticipated to begin in spring 2025 and be completed by winter 2025, weather permitting.

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DISCUSSION
Background
Fong Park is located at 2408 Thistle Way and covers approximately seven acres. The community around the Fong Park site was constructed in phases with the Blossom Ranch, River Bend, and Hunter Ridge developments. Development of the area started in 1998 from Holman Road and progressed westward toward the Fong Park site. Park site construction normally lags behind the progress of development until 50 to 70 percent of the homes are occupied and the need for a park is warranted. The area north-east of the Fong Park site was substantially built out by the early 2000s, which triggered the need for a park. However, homes and the roadway along the west perimeter of the park were not yet constructed and would likely take years to materialize. Consequently, the design and construction of the park was divided in two phases to coincide with the construction of homes and roadways along the perimeter of the park site.

The original master plan for the entire park site was prepared in 2000 (five-acre park). Phase I of the master plan is the vast majority of park space and amenities, and included two half-court basketball courts, a playground, a group picnic area and overhead structure, benches, picnic tables, and lighted meandering concrete walkways. Phase II, the remaining two-acres, only involves extending walkways and grass as needed when the remaining homes and roadway frontages are completed on the west side of the park.

Fong Park Phase I began construction in March 2003, and the five-acre park site was opened to the public in July 2004. The rest of the community housing and an elementary school west of the park site were fully built out by 2010. Subsequently, staff retained an engineering firm and started design work and preparing plans and specifications for Fong Park Phase II. Construction funding was also programmed in the 2010-15 Five-Year CIP. Unfortunately, impacts of the “Great Recession” caused the City to initiate a reconciliation review of various projects funded through the Public Facility Fee (PFF) program, which included the Fong Park Phase II project. The project was later put on hold because it was determined sufficient funding did not exist in the PFF program. Many projects were canceled and/or placed on hold, which included Fong Park Phase II.

Through the efforts of Senator Susan Talamantes Eggman, SB 179 enabled the City to obtain a portion of legislative funding directed to critical programs in California. Stockton received a direct allocation of funding intended to strengthen recreational opportunities in Stockton’s aquatic and park facilities. Specifically, Victory Park, McKinley Park, and Fong Park received funding. Fong Park received $1,700,000 in State funding administered under the State Department of Parks and Recreation. The City entered into a grant agreement with the State Department of Parks and Recreation in May 2023.

By the end of 2023, the City contracted with Siegfried Engineering, Inc. to update the previous plans and specifications for the Fong Park Phase II project. Fong Park Phase II design extends existing walkways, solar pathway lighting, waterwise landscaping, benches, and trash receptacles. The project also includes converting the existing Phase I conventional sodium halide pathway lighting to all solar to match the Phase II improvements. This portion of the project cost will be funded through the existing Stockton Consolidated Landscape Maintenance Assessment District No. 96-2. The project was included in the 2024-29 Five-Year CIP.

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On July 26, 2016, Council adopted a Community Workforce and Training Agreement (CWTA). The CWTA became effective August 25, 2016, and applies to all Public Works projects over $1 million that are bid after that date. On July 16, 2019, by Motion No. 2019-07-16-1403, Council extended the CWTA term to August 25, 2024. On August 20, 2024, by Motion No. 2024-08-20-1203, Council extended the CWTA term to August 25, 2029. The CWTA was applied to this project as the estimated construction cost is over $1 million.

Present Situation
On November 21, 2024, the Fong Park Phase II, Project No. WP13207, was advertised for bids. On December 19, 2024, six bids were received with the following results:

ADJUSTED ADD ALT 1 TOTAL BID

COMPANY NAME BASE BID BID AMOUNT AMOUNT AMOUNT
McFadden $955,106.00 $936,003.88 $162,500.00 $1,117,606.00 Construction
(Stockton, CA)
Martin General $999,950.00 $999,950.00 $140,000.00 $1,139,950.00 Engineering
(Rancho Cordova, CA)
Sinclair General $1,007,267.00 $1,007,267.00 $144,678.00 $1,151,945.00 Engineering
(Oakdale, CA)
Suarez and Munos $1,111,000.00 $1,111,000.00 $175,000.00 $1,286,000.00 Construction
(Hayward, CA)
Frontline General $1,291,724.75 $1,291,724.75 $105,157.88 $1,396,882.63 Engineering
(San Lorenzo, CA)
Pro Builders $1,824,000.00 $1,824,000.00 $225,000.00 $2,049,000.00 (Orangevale, CA)
Engineer’s Estimate $2,443,859.00
The requirements of Stockton Municipal Code (SMC) section 3.68.090, Local Business Preference, apply to this project. McFadden Construction, Inc. is located within San Joaquin County limits and is entitled to a two percent bid preference. Application of the Local Business Preference has no effect on the bid order. The Local Employment Ordinance, SMC section 3.68.095, also applies to this contract.

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respects and has the proper license to perform the work. It is recommended that Council approve the plans and specifications, and award a Construction Contract to McFadden Construction, Inc. of Stockton, CA, in the amount of $1,117,606 for the Fong Park Phase II, Project No. WP13207.

The project is in conformance with the City’s General Plan, pursuant to California Government Code, section 65402, and is categorically exempt from the requirements of CEQA as specified under Section 15304(b) of the CEQA Guidelines. The activities related to this project constitute a discretionary project under the City’s jurisdiction and qualifies as a project that does not have a significant effect on the environment. The resolution will approve the filing of Notice of Exemption No.

NOE11-23 under CEQA.

Construction is anticipated to begin in spring 2025 and be completed by winter 2025, weather permitting.

FINANCIAL SUMMARY
With the appropriation of funds in the amount of $127,632.38 from the Stockton Consolidated Landscape Maintenance Assessment District No. 96-2 Reserves for Continuing Appropriations Account to the Fong Park Phase II, Project. No. WP13207, there will be sufficient funds to award a Construction Contract to McFadden Construction, Inc. in the amount of $1,117,606.

There is no impact to the City’s General Fund or any other unrestricted fund as a result of taking the recommended actions.

Attachment A - Vicinity Map
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Resolution No.

STOCKTON CITY COUNCIL

RESOLUTION APPROPRIATING FUNDS, APPROVING THE NOTICE OF EXEMPTION NO. NOE11-23, APPROVING THE PLANS AND SPECIFICATIONS, AND

AWARDING A CONSTRUCTION CONTRACT FOR THE FONG PARK PHASE II

PROJECT
On December 19, 2024, the City Clerk of the City of Stockton opened, examined, and publicly declared the sealed proposals or bids offered for the Fong Park Phase II, Project No. WP13207; and
The project will improve the remaining two acres of the park site with concrete walkways, solar pathway lighting, waterwise landscaping, benches, and trash receptacles. The project also includes converting the existing Phase I conventional sodium halide pathway lighting to all solar to match the Phase II improvements; and McFadden Construction, Inc. is the lowest responsible bidder in the amount of $1,117,606.00 and its bid is regular in all respects; and The project is in conformance with the City’s General Plan, pursuant to California Government Code, section 65402, and is categorically exempt from the requirements of the California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA) as specified under section 15304(b) of the CEQA Guidelines, because this is a discretionary project under the City’s jurisdiction and qualifies as a project which has been determined to not have a significant effect on the environment; now, therefore,

BE IT RESOLVED BY THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF STOCKTON, AS FOLLOWS:

1. The City Council approves the appropriation of funds in the amount of $127,632.38 from the Stockton Consolidated Landscape Maintenance Assessment District No. 96-2 Reserves for Continuing Appropriations Accounts to the Fong Park Phase II, Project No. WP13207.

2. The City Council approves the filing of Notice of Exemption No. NOE11-23 under the CEQA for the Fong Park Phase II, Project No. WP13207, a copy of which is attached as Exhibit 1 and incorporated by this reference.

3. The City Council approves the plans and specifications for the Fong Park Phase II, Project No. WP13207.
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4. The City Council awards a Construction Contract between the City of Stockton and McFadden Construction, Inc., in the amount of $1,117,606.00, and the City Manager is authorized and directed to execute same, a copy of which is attached as Exhibit 2 and incorporated by this reference.

5. The City Manager is hereby authorized to take whatever actions are necessary and appropriate to carry out the purpose and intent of this Resolution.

PASSED, APPROVED, and ADOPTED April 29, 2025 .

CHRISTINA FUGAZI
Mayor of the City of Stockton
ATTEST:

KATHERINE ROLAND, CMC, CPMC
City Clerk of the City of Stockton
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EXHIBIT 1
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Local Construction Contract – MCFADDEN CONSTRUCTION, INC. – PROJECT NO. WP13207 (Updated 10/18/23)

CONSTRUCTION CONTRACT
This contract is made and entered into on _____________, by and between MCFADDEN CONSTRUCTION, INC., a STATE OF CA CORPORATION, with a business address at 3817 EAST FARMINGTON ROAD, STOCKTON, CA 95215, hereinafter called "CONTRACTOR," and CITY OF STOCKTON, a municipal corporation, hereinafter called "CITY."
W I T N E S S E T H:

WHEREAS, plans and specifications for the construction of FONG PARK PHASE II (PROJECT NO. WP13207), hereinafter called “PROJECT,” were regularly adopted by Council Resolution No. __________________, on _________________; and WHEREAS, the contract for said work was regularly awarded to CONTRACTOR, by Council Resolution No. __________________, on ________________.

NOW, THEREFORE, in consideration of the promises and of the mutual covenants herein contained, the parties hereto expressly agree as follows:

CONTRACTOR agrees:

1. SCOPE OF SERVICES. To do the work and furnish all the labor, materials, tools, equipment, and insurance required for the construction of PROJECT in accordance with the plans and specifications adopted on _____________, by Council Resolution No. __________________ . The "contract documents," which include the bid documents, project plans, specifications, all letters of clarification, and the City of Stockton Standard Specifications and Plans, are incorporated into and made a part of this contract by this reference to the same extent as if fully set forth.

2. COMPENSATION. To do and perform the work contemplated hereby in a good and workmanlike manner and to furnish all labor, materials, tools, and equipment necessary therefore at the prices specified in Exhibit A, attached hereto and by reference made a part hereof, under the direction of and to the complete satisfaction of the Director of Public Works of the City of Stockton. Total compensation for services and reimbursement for costs shall not exceed $1,117,606, or as otherwise mutually agreed to in a Contract Change Order.

3. INSURANCE. CONTRACTOR shall not commence any work before obtaining, and shall maintain in force at all times during the duration and performance of this contract, the policies of insurance specified in Exhibit B, which is attached to this contract and incorporated by this reference, and as provided in the “contract documents” including Section 7-1.06 of the City of Stockton Standard Specifications and Plans as adopted on September 27, 2016, by Council Resolution No. 2016-09-27-1213, effective September 27, 2016.

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Local Construction Contract – MCFADDEN CONSTRUCTION, INC. – PROJECT NO. WP13207 (Updated 10/18/23)
It shall be a requirement under this agreement that any available insurance proceeds broader than or in excess of the specified minimum insurance coverage requirements and/or limits shall be available to the Additional Insured.

Furthermore, the requirements for coverage and limits shall be (1) the minimum coverage and limits specified in this Agreement; or (2) the broader coverage and maximum limits of coverage of any insurance policy or proceeds available to the named Insured; whichever is greater.

The Additional Insured coverage under the CONTRACTOR’s policy shall be “primary and non-contributory” and will not seek contribution from the City of Stockton’s insurance or self-insurance and shall be at least as broad as ISO CG 20 01 04 13.

The limits of insurance required in this agreement may be satisfied by a combination of primary and umbrella or excess insurance. Any umbrella or excess insurance shall contain or be endorsed to contain a provision that such coverage shall also apply on a primary and non-contributory basis for the benefit of the City of Stockton (if agreed to in a written contract or agreement) before the City of Stockton’s own insurance or selfinsurance shall be called upon to protect it as a named insured.

All self-insured retentions (SIR) must be disclosed to the CITY’s Risk Management for approval and shall not reduce the limits of liability. Payment Bond in the amount of the self-insured retention (SIR) may be required.

Policies containing any self-insured retention (SIR) provision shall provide or be endorsed to provide that the SIR may be satisfied by either the named insured or the CITY.

The CITY reserves the right to obtain a full certified copy of any insurance policy and endorsements.

Failure to exercise this right shall not constitute a waiver of right to exercise later.

CONTRACTOR shall maintain insurance as required by this contract to the fullest amount allowed by law and shall maintain insurance for a minimum of five years following the completion of this project. In the event contractor fails to obtain or maintain completed operations coverage as required by this agreement, the City at its sole discretion may purchase the coverage required and the cost will be paid by contractor.

CONTRACTOR agrees to include with all Subcontractors in their subcontract the same requirements and provisions of this agreement including the indemnity and insurance requirements to the extent they apply to the scope of the Subcontractor’s work.

Subcontractors hired by CONTRACTOR agree to be bound to CONTRACTOR and the CITY in the same manner and to the same extent as CONTRACTOR is bound to the CITY under the Contract Documents. Subcontractor further agrees to include these same provisions with any Sub-subcontractor. A copy of the CITY Contract Document Indemnity

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and Insurance provisions will be furnished to the Subcontractor upon request. The General CONTRACTOR shall require all sub-contractors to provide a valid certificate of insurance and the required endorsements included in the agreement prior to commencement of any work and contractor will provide proof of compliance to the City.

4. INDEMNITY AND HOLD HARMLESS. To the fullest extent permitted by law, Contractor shall hold harmless, defend, and indemnify City of Stockton and its officers, officials, employees, and volunteers from and against all claims, damages, losses, and expenses including attorney fees arising out of the performance of the work described herein, caused in whole or in part by any negligent act or omission of the Contractor, any subcontractor, anyone directly or indirectly employed by any of them, or anyone for whose acts any of them may be liable, except where caused by the active negligence, sole negligence, or willful misconduct of the City of Stockton. This obligation is independent of, and shall not in any way be limited by, the minimum Insurance obligations contained in this agreement. These obligations shall survive the completion or termination of this agreement.

5. STANDARD PLANS AND SPECIFICATIONS. The performance of said work and the furnishing of said materials shall be executed in accordance with Section 8-1.04B of the City of Stockton Standard Specifications and Plans as adopted on September 27, 2016, by Council Resolution No. 2016-09-27-1213, effective September 27, 2016, and the provisions of the issued project specifications.

The Director of Public Works will furnish CONTRACTOR a weekly statement showing the number of days charged to the contract for the preceding week, the number of days specified for completion of the contract, and the number of days remaining to complete the contract. CONTRACTOR will be allowed one (1) week in which to file a written protest setting forth in what respects said weekly statement is incorrect, otherwise the statement shall be deemed to have been accepted by CONTRACTOR as correct.

6. WORKING DAYS. This work shall be diligently prosecuted to completion before the expiration of 85 WORKING DAYS beginning on the tenth calendar day after the date shown on the Notice to Proceed. It is agreed by the parties to the contract that in case all the work called for under the contract in all parts and requirements, is not finished or completed within the number of days as set forth, damage will be sustained by the CITY, and that it is and will be impracticable and extremely difficult to ascertain the actual damage which CITY will sustain in the event of and by reason of such delay; and it is therefore agreed that CONTRACTOR will pay to CITY the sum of FIVE THOUSAND TWO HUNDRED AND NO/100 DOLLARS ($5,200) per day for each and every calendar day's delay in finishing the work in excess of the number of days prescribed; and CONTRACTOR agrees to pay said liquidated damages as herein provided, and in case the same are not paid, agrees that CITY, may deduct the amount thereof from any monies due or that may become due CONTRACTOR under the contract.

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It is further agreed that in case the work called for under the contract is not finished and completed in all parts and requirements within the number of days as specified, the CITY shall have the right to increase the number of days or not, as may seem best to serve the interest of CITY, and if the CITY decides to increase the said number of days, the CITY shall further have the right to charge to CONTRACTOR, CONTRACTOR's heirs, assigns or sureties, and to deduct from the final payment for the work, all or any part, as may be deemed proper, the liquidated damages as specified or the actual cost of engineering, inspection, superintendence, and other overhead expenses which are directly chargeable to the contract, and which accrue during the period of such extension, whichever is greater, except the cost of final surveys and preparation of final estimate shall not be included in such charges.

A working day shall not include, nor shall CONTRACTOR be assessed with liquidated damages nor the additional cost of engineering and inspection during any delay beyond the time named for the completion of the work caused by acts of God or of the public enemy, acts of CITY, fire, floods, epidemics, quarantine restrictions, strikes, and freight embargoes and subject to approval by the Director of Public Works, inability to get materials ordered by CONTRACTOR or subcontractor due to such causes provided that CONTRACTOR shall notify the Director of Public Works in writing of the causes of delay within five (5) working days from the beginning of any such delay, and the Director shall ascertain the facts and the extent of the delay, and Director's findings of the facts thereon shall be final and conclusive.

If CONTRACTOR is delayed by reason of alterations made in these specifications, or by any act of the Director of Public Works or of the CITY, not contemplated by the contract, the time of completion shall be extended proportionately and CONTRACTOR shall be relieved during the period of such extension of any claim for liquidated damages, engineering or inspection charges or other penalties. CONTRACTOR shall have no claim for any other compensation for any such delay.

7. CONFORMANCE TO APPLICABLE LAWS. Contractor shall comply with all applicable Federal, State, and Municipal laws, rules and ordinances. Contractor shall not discriminate in the employment of persons or in the provision of services under this Contract on the basis of any legally protected classification, including race, color, national origin, ancestry, sex or religion of such person.
a. TITLE VI
Title VI of the Civil Rights Act of 1964 requires that “no person in the United States shall, on the grounds of race, color, or national origin, be excluded from participation in, be denied the benefits of, or be subjected to discrimination under any program or activity receiving federal financial assistance.” (42 USC Section 2000d)
http://www.dol.gov/oasam/regs/statutes/titlevi.htm.

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The City of Stockton requires compliance with the requirements of Title VI in all of its programs and activities regardless of funding source. b. DISCRIMINATION AND HARASSMENT POLICY
The City of Stockton has a Discrimination and Harassment Policy (Exhibit C). The purpose of this policy is to reaffirm the CITY’s commitment to demonstrating respect for all individuals by strictly prohibiting discrimination and harassment, including sexual harassment in the workplace, to define the types of behavior and conduct prohibited by this policy, and to set forth a procedure for reporting, investigating, and resolving complaints of discrimination and harassment in the workplace.
c. LABOR STANDARDS PROVISIONS/CALIFORNIA LABOR CODE
The bidder shall understand that conditions set forth in Chapter 1, Part 7, Division 2 of the California Labor Code shall be considered part of the contract agreement.
https://leginfo.legislature.ca.gov/faces/codes_displayText.xhtml?lawCode= LAB&division=2.&title=&part=7.&chapter=1.&article=2.
d. PREVAILING WAGE
CONTRACTOR and any subcontractor shall pay each employee engaged in the trade or occupation not less than the prevailing hourly wage rate. In accordance with the provisions of Section 1770 of the Labor Code, the Director of Department of Industrial Relations of the State of California has determined the general prevailing rates of wages and employer payments for health and welfare, pension, vacation, travel time, and subsistence pay as provided for in Section 1773.1, apprenticeship or other training programs authorized by Section 3093 and similar purposes applicable to the work to be done. CONTRACTOR performing the work under this contract shall obtain a copy of the wage rate determination and shall distribute copies to each subcontractor. As the wage determination for each craft reflects an expiration date, it shall be the prime CONTRACTOR and each subcontractor's responsibility to ensure that the prevailing wage rates of concern is current and paid to the employee.
i. The CONTRACTOR performing the work shall be responsible for obtaining a copy of the State wage rate determination. State wage rates may be obtained at
http://www.dir.ca.gov/OPRL/pwd/Determinations/Northern/Northern.p df. The CONTRACTOR shall be responsible for posting said wage rates at a prominent location at the work site and shall maintain same in a good readable condition for the duration of the work.

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ii. Should the CONTRACTOR choose to work on a Saturday, Sunday or on a holiday recognized by the Labor Unions, the CONTRACTOR shall reimburse the CITY the actual cost of engineering, inspection, superintendence, and or other overhead expenses which are directly chargeable to the contract. Should such work be undertaken at the request of the CITY, reimbursement will not be required. To conform strictly with the provisions of Division 2, Part 7, Chapter 1, Article 2, of the Labor Code of the State of California. To forfeit as a penalty to CITY the sum of TWENTY-FIVE AND NO/100 DOLLARS ($25.00) for each laborer, worker, or mechanic employed by CONTRACTOR, or by any subcontractor under CONTRACTOR, in the execution of this contract, for each calendar day during which any laborer, worker, or mechanic is required or permitted to work more than eight (8) hours and who is not paid the general prevailing rate of per diem wages for holiday and overtime work in violation of the provisions of Sections 1770 to 1781 of the Labor Code of the State of California. That all sums forfeited under the provisions of the foregoing sections shall be deducted from the payments to be made under the terms of this contract.
iii. The CONTRACTOR to whom the contract is awarded shall ensure that the prime and each subcontractor will in accordance with Section 1776 of the Labor Code, maintain certified payroll records. A copy of said records shall be provided with each invoice to the Public Works Department, Attention Contract Compliance Officer. It shall be the CONTRACTOR’S responsibility to obtain copies of the current prevailing wage rate determination for all subcontractors. Additionally, certified payroll records must be uploaded to the DIR website as required by labor code.
iv. The CONTRACTOR shall comply with the provisions established in Section 1777.5 of the Labor Code concerning the 1) certified approval by local joint apprenticeship committees for the employment and training of apprentices, and 2) contribution of funds to administer and conduct apprenticeship programs, if applicable to the job. e. LOCAL EMPLOYMENT ORDINANCE
Pursuant to Stockton Municipal Code Section 3.68.095 the CONTRACTOR and all subcontractors shall make a good faith effort to employ at least 50 percent of the workforce on this project from local residents, as measured by total labor work hours. Failure of any CONTRACTOR or subcontractor to comply with these requirements shall be deemed a material breach of the contract or subcontract. CONTRACTORS and subcontractors shall

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maintain records necessary for monitoring their compliance with section

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f. COMMUNITY WORKFORCE TRAINING AGREEMENT
Pursuant to the implementation of the Community Workforce Training Agreement (CWTA) adopted by the City Council on July 26, 2016, the successful bidder shall be required to comply with the provisions of CWTA. For any project subject to this Agreement, the Local Hire, Priority Apprentice and Workforce Development Program requirements shall apply in lieu of the requirements of Stockton Municipal Code Section 3.68.095 and no separate compliance with Section 3.68.095 will be required of the Contractors/Employers working on the project (EXHIBIT D). g. SANCTIONS
Deliverables must conform with all applicable federal, state, and local laws. Such conformity includes compliance with federal sanctions, and Contractor certifies that it has not and will not engage in prohibited transactions with sanctioned persons or entities.

CITY agrees:

8. COMPENSATION. To pay CONTRACTOR for the work herein
contemplated in the following manner: Progress payments will be made on or about the first day of each calendar month, in such sum as shall make the aggregate of payment up to such day equal to ninety-five percent (95%) of the proportional contract price, upon the basis of the progress certificate of the Director of Public Works as to the amount of work done and the proportional amount of the contract price represented therefore; and all of the remaining part of the contract price not as aforesaid paid, shall be paid at the expiration of thirty-five (35) days from the completion of said work of construction and the certification by the Director of Public Works of such completion.

9. SECURITIES. Pursuant to Section 22300 of the Public Contract Code, CONTRACTOR will be permitted, at its request and sole expense, to substitute securities for any monies withheld by the CITY to ensure performance under the contract. Said securities will be deposited either with the CITY or with a State or federally chartered bank as escrow agent. Securities eligible for this substitution are those listed in Section 16430 of the California Government Code or bank or savings and loan certificates of deposit.

CONTRACTOR shall be the beneficial owner of any securities substituted for monies withheld and shall receive any interest thereon.

10. CHANGE ORDERS. CITY reserves the right to make such alterations, deviations, additions to or omissions from the plans and specifications, including the right

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to increase or decrease the quantity of any item or portion of the work, as may be deemed by the Engineer to be necessary or advisable and to require such extra work as may be determined by the Engineer to be required for the proper completion or construction of the whole work contemplated.

Any such changes will be set forth in a contract change order which will specify, in addition to the work done in connection with the change made, adjustment of contract time, if any, and the basis of compensation for such work. A contract change order will not become effective until approved by the City Manager and/or the City Council.

Processing of change orders shall be in accordance with Section 4-1.05A of the City of Stockton Standard Specifications and Plans as adopted by Council on September 27, 2016, by Resolution No. 2016-09-27-1213, effective September 27, 2016, or as otherwise amended by Council. When the compensation for an item of work is subject to adjustment under the provisions of Standard Specifications and Plans, Section 4-1.05A, CONTRACTOR shall, upon request, promptly furnish the Engineer with adequate detailed cost data for such item of work.

11. AUDITS. CITY reserves the right to periodically audit all charges made by CONTRACTOR to CITY for services under the contract. Upon request, CONTRACTOR agrees to furnish CITY, or a designated representative, with necessary information and assistance.

CONTRACTOR agrees that CITY or its delegate will have the right to review, obtain and copy all records pertaining to performance of the contract. CONTRACTOR agrees to provide CITY or its delegate with any relevant information requested and shall permit CITY or its delegate access to its premises, upon reasonable notice, during normal business hours for the purpose of interviewing employees and inspecting and copying such books, records, accounts, and other material that may be relevant to a matter under investigation for the purpose of determining compliance with this requirement.

CONTRACTOR further agrees to maintain such records for a period of three (3) years after final payment under the contract.

12. WAIVER. It is expressly understood and agreed by and between the parties hereto that a waiver of any of the conditions of this contract shall not be considered a waiver of any of the other conditions thereof.

It is further understood and agreed by and between the parties hereto that time is of the essence of this contract in all respects.

IN WITNESS WHEREOF, the parties hereto have hereunto affixed their hands and seals the day and year first above written.

ATTEST: CITY:

KATHERINE ROLAND, CMC, CPMC

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Exhibit B:

Insurance Requirements
(Fong Park Phase II, Project No. WP13207)
Contractor shall procure and maintain for the duration of the contract, and for five (5) years thereafter, insurance against claims for injuries to persons or damages to property which may arise from or in connection with the performance of the work hereunder by the Contractor, his agents, representatives, employees, or subcontractors.

MINIMUM SCOPE AND LIMIT OF INSURANCE
Coverage shall be at least as broad as:

1. Commercial General Liability (CGL): Insurance Services Office (ISO) Form CG 00 01 covering CGL on an “occurrence” basis, including products and completed operations, property damage, bodily injury and personal & advertising injury with limits no less than $5,000,000 per occurrence. If a general aggregate limit applies, either the general aggregate limit shall apply separately to this project/location (ISO CG 25 03 or 25 04) or the general aggregate limit shall be twice the required occurrence limit.

2. Automobile Liability: Insurance Services Office Form CA 0001 covering Code 1 (any auto), with limits no less than $2,000,000 per accident for bodily injury and property damage.

3. Workers’ Compensation insurance as required by the State of California, with Statutory Limits, and Employers’ Liability insurance with a limit of no less than $1,000,000 per accident for bodily injury or disease.

4. Contractors’ Pollution Legal Liability and/or Asbestos Legal Liability and/or Errors and Omissions (if project involves environmental hazards) with limits no less than $2,000,000 per occurrence or claim, and $2,000,000 policy aggregate.

5. Surety Bonds as described below.

If the contractor maintains broader coverage and/or higher limits than the minimums shown above, the City of Stockton requires and shall be entitled to the broader coverage and/or the higher limits maintained by the contractor. Any available insurance proceeds in excess of the specified minimum limits of insurance and coverage shall be available to the City of Stockton.

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Self-insured retentions must be declared to and approved by the City of Stockton. The City of Stockton may require the Contractor to purchase coverage with a lower retention or provide proof of ability to pay losses and related investigations, claim administration, and defense expenses within the retention. The policy language shall provide, or be endorsed to provide, that the self-insured retention may be satisfied by either the named insured or City of Stockton. The CGL and any policies, including Excess liability policies, may not be subject to a self-insured retention (SIR) or deductible that exceeds $25,000 unless approved in writing by City of Stockton. Any and all deductibles and SIRs shall be the sole responsibility of Contractor or subcontractor who procured such insurance and shall not apply to the Indemnified Additional Insured Parties. City of Stockton may deduct from any amounts otherwise due Contractor to fund the SIR/deductible. Policies shall NOT contain any self-insured retention (SIR) provision that limits the satisfaction of the SIR to the Named Insured.

The policy must also provide that Defense costs, including the Allocated Loss Adjustment Expenses, will satisfy the SIR or deductible. City of Stockton reserves the right to obtain a copy of any policies and endorsements for verification.

Other Insurance Provisions
The insurance policies are to contain, or be endorsed to contain, the following provisions:

1. The City of Stockton, its officers, officials, employees, and volunteers are to be covered as additional insureds on the CGL policy with respect to liability arising out of work or operations performed by or on behalf of the Contractor including materials, parts, or equipment furnished in connection with such work or operations and automobiles owned, leased, hired, or borrowed by or on behalf of the Contractor.

General liability coverage can be provided in the form of an endorsement to the Contractor’s insurance (at least as broad as ISO Form CG 20 10, CG 11 85 or both CG 20 10, CG 20 26, CG 20 33, or CG 20 38; and CG 20 37 forms if later revisions used).

Additional insured Name of Organization shall read “City of Stockton, its officers, officials, employees, and volunteers.” Policy shall cover City of Stockton, its officers, officials, employees, and volunteers for all locations work is done under this contract.

2. For any claims related to this project, the Contractor’s insurance coverage shall be primary and non-contributory insurance coverage at least as broad as ISO CG 20 01 04 13 as respects the City of Stockton, its officers, officials, employees, and volunteers. Any insurance or self-insurance maintained by the City of Stockton, its officers, officials, employees, or volunteers shall be excess of the Contractor’s insurance and shall not contribute with it. This requirement shall also apply to any Excess or Umbrella liability policies. The City of Stockton does not accept endorsements limiting the Contractor’s insurance coverage to the sole negligence of the Named Insured.

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3. Each insurance policy required by this clause shall provide that coverage shall not be canceled, except with notice to the City of Stockton.

Claims Made Policies (Professional & Pollution only)
If any coverage required is written on a claims-made coverage form:

1. The retroactive date must be shown, and this date must be before the execution date of the contract or the beginning of contract work.

2. Insurance must be maintained and evidence of insurance must be provided for at least five (5) years after completion of contract work.

3. If coverage is cancelled or non-renewed, and not replaced with another claimsmade policy form with a retroactive date prior to the contract effective, or start of work date, the Contractor must purchase extended reporting period coverage for a minimum of five (5) years after completion of contract work.

4. A copy of the claims reporting requirements must be submitted to the City of Stockton for review.

5. If the services involve lead-based paint or asbestos identification/remediation, the Contractors Pollution Liability policy shall not contain lead-based paint or asbestos exclusions. If the services involve mold identification/remediation, the Contractors Pollution Liability policy shall not contain a mold exclusion, and the definition of Pollution shall include microbial matter, including mold.

Umbrella or Excess Policies
The Contractor may use Umbrella or Excess Policies to provide the liability limits as required in this agreement. This form of insurance will be acceptable provided that all of the Primary and Umbrella or Excess Policies shall provide all of the insurance coverages herein required, including, but not limited to, primary and non-contributory, additional insured, Self-Insured Retentions (SIRs), indemnity, and defense requirements. The Umbrella or Excess policies shall be provided on a true “following form” or broader coverage basis, with coverage at least as broad as provided on the underlying Commercial General Liability insurance. No insurance policies maintained by the Additional Insureds, whether primary or excess, and which also apply to a loss covered hereunder, shall be called upon to contribute to a loss until the Contractor’s primary and excess liability policies are exhausted.

Acceptability of Insurers
Insurance is to be placed with insurers authorized to conduct business in the state with a current A.M. Best rating of no less than A: VII, unless otherwise acceptable to the City of Stockton.

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Waiver of Subrogation
Contractor hereby agrees to waive rights of subrogation which any insurer of Contractor may acquire from Contractor by virtue of the payment of any loss.

Contractor agrees to obtain any endorsement that may be necessary to affect this waiver of subrogation. The Workers’ Compensation policy shall be endorsed with a waiver of subrogation in favor of the City of Stockton for all work performed by the Contractor, its employees, agents and subcontractors.

Verification of Coverage
Contractor shall furnish the City of Stockton with original certificates and amendatory endorsements or copies of the applicable policy language effecting coverage required by this clause and a copy of the Declarations and Endorsements Pages of the CGL and any Excess policies listing all policy endorsements. All certificates and endorsements and copies of the Declarations & Endorsements pages are to be received and approved by the City of Stockton before work commences. However, failure to obtain the required documents prior to the work beginning shall not waive the Contractor’s obligation to provide them. The City of Stockton reserves the right to require complete, certified copies of all required insurance policies, including endorsements required by these specifications, at any time. City of Stockton reserves the right to modify these requirements, including limits, based on the nature of the risk, prior experience, insurer, coverage, or other special circumstances.

Subcontractors
Contractor shall require and verify that all subcontractors maintain insurance meeting all requirements stated herein, and Contractor shall ensure that City of Stockton is an additional insured on insurance required from subcontractors. For CGL coverage, subcontractors shall provide coverage with a form at least as broad as CG 20 38 04 13.

Duration of Coverage
CGL & Excess liability policies for any construction related work, including, but not limited to, maintenance, service, or repair work, shall continue coverage for a minimum of 5 years for Completed Operations liability coverage. Such Insurance must be maintained and evidence of insurance must be provided for at least five (5) years after completion of the contract of work.

Surety Bonds
Contractor shall provide the following Surety Bonds:

1. Bid Bond

2. Performance Bond

3. Payment Bond

4. Maintenance Bond

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The Payment Bond and the Performance Bond shall be in a sum equal to the contract price. If the Performance Bond provides for a one-year warranty a separate Maintenance Bond is not necessary. If the warranty period specified in the contract is for longer than one year a Maintenance Bond equal to 10% of the contract price is required. Bonds shall be duly executed by a responsible corporate surety, authorized to issue such bonds in the State of California and secured through an authorized agent with an office in California.

Special Risks or Circumstances
City of Stockton reserves the right to modify these requirements, including limits, based on the nature of the risk, prior experience, insurer, coverage, or other circumstances.

Certificate Holder Address
The address for mailing certificates, endorsements and notices shall be:

City of Stockton
Its Officers, Officials, Employees and Volunteers
400 E Main Street, 3rd Floor – HR
Stockton, CA 95202

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City of Stockton
Legislation Text
File #: 25-0427, Version: 1
REMOVAL OF CALIFORNIA HISTORICAL LANDMARK 178 - LINDSAY POINT PLAQUE

RECOMMENDATION
It is recommended that the City Council discuss and approve by motion the removal of California Historical Landmark 178 - Lindsay Point Plaque located at City Hall, 425 North El Dorado Street.

Summary
There is no current policy for the removal or placement of California Historical Landmarks on City owned property. In 1968, the Council granted permission for the placement of California Historical Landmark 178 - Lindsay Point Plaque located on the North side of City Hall at 425 North El Dorado Street. It is being considered for removal.

DISCUSSION
Background
In 1934, an application was filed with the State Park Commission to establish the “Site of the First Building in Present City of Stockton” as a registered Landmark. The State Park Commission approved this landmark on March 6, 1935, to be located near the Central Police and Fire Alarm Station Building at the tip of Lindsay Point.

At the time of approval, the approved language read as follows:
“In August 1844, the first settlers arrived at Rancho Del Campo De Los Franceses, one of the Company, Thomas Lindsay, built a tule hut on Lindsay Point where the City Hall now stands. This was the first American built dwelling within the City.” Funds were not immediately available to pay for the casting off the plaque. In 1969, funds had been raised and a plaque ordered with new language reading as follows:
“In August 1844, the first settlers arrived at Rancho Del Campo De Los Franceses, one of the Company, Thomas Lindsay, built the first dwelling, a tule hut, on this site. He was later murdered by Indians and buried here by travelers. The point was formed by the junction of McLeod’s Lake and Miner’s Channel.”
Resolution 27,255 (Attachment A) passed by the Council September 10, 1968, granted permission for this plaque to be installed on the North side of City Hall at 425 North El Dorado Street and the dedication ceremony was held July 26, 1969.

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Present Situation
The City will soon be relocating City Hall to new buildings and the historical artifacts within and surrounding historic City Hall have been undergoing review. Upon review of California Historical Landmark 178, concerns over the language and historical inaccuracies were raised. The Clerk’s Office has received similar concerns from members of the public.

The City Clerk reached out to the California Office of Historic Preservation. They expressed concern over the current condition of the plaque, that the language used does not conform to current historical research, and that the landmark does not meet current eligibility criteria. They recommended removing the plaque.

On February 5, 2025, City Clerk staff provided an informational report to the Cultural Heritage Board who expressed support for the removal of the plaque.

At the March 24, 2025 Council Legislation/Environmental Committee, the City Clerk presented the item for direction. After discussion, the Committee directed staff to forward a recommendation for removal to the full Council.

FINANCIAL SUMMARY
There are no immediate costs associated with removal.

Attachment A - Resolution 27,255
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Attachment A
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California Historical
Landmark 178 – Lindsay
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April 29, 2025
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 Location
 Current Condition of the Plaque
 Historical inaccuracies
 Offensive Language
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“At the extreme western end of the point is a small enclosed plot of lawn, with a flagstaff, and a sign which says: "U. S. Engineers." This would provide a suitable place for the marker.” 761
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Condition
General condition
Graffiti - vandalism
Mortar – growth of moss
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 Smallpox outbreak
 Witness testimony –
America Kelsey Wyman
 Change to historical
narrative
America Kelsey Wyman
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Language
 Use of tule reeds to construct
“dwellings”
 Misrepresentation of indigenous
peoples
Tule reed house reconstruction at Mission La Purisima
in Lompoc (Flickr. Credit - User "Tofu." Tule Reed House.

Dec 26, 2011. Missions Photo Album,
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Legislation Text
File #: 25-0464, Version: 1

ADOPT A RESOLUTION TO ESTABLISH THE PROPOSED CARE (COMPASSION, ACCESS,

REUNIFICATION, EMPOWERMENT) HOMELESSNESS PILOT PROGRAM

RECOMMENDATION
It is recommended that the City Council adopt a resolution to:

1. Establish the proposed CARE (Compassion, Access, Reunification, Empowerment) Homelessness Pilot Program, Project no. WC25056;

2. Authorize the Interim City Manager to begin implementation and pursue funding opportunities as outlined;

3. Transfer funds in the amount of $825,000 from the Fiscal Year 2024/25 Public Works Operating Budget to the CARE Homelessness Pilot Program, Project No. WC25056; and

4. Award a contract to Inner City Action of Manteca, CA, in the amount of $297,430 to deliver outreach and temporary shelter for the CARE Homelessness Pilot Program.

It is also recommended that the Interim City Manager be authorized to take appropriate and necessary actions to carry out the purpose and intent of this resolution.

Summary
This action authorizes the launch of a multi-pronged pilot program to address homelessness in Stockton through coordinated enforcement, transitional housing, mental health and substance use disorder services, workforce development, and sustainable funding mechanisms. The initiative emphasizes collaboration between law enforcement, non-profits, and government agencies, while balancing accountability with opportunity for individuals experiencing homelessness. The program balances compassion, public safety, legal compliance, and sustainability. It supports immediate enforcement needs while laying the groundwork for long-term housing and social service solutions.

Approval will allow City departments to move forward with program launches, funding procurement, and operational coordination.

The initial phase of this pilot program will focus on the Trinity Parkway encampment in Spanos Park.

With Council approval, Inner City Action will immediately begin outreach efforts at the encampment as well as applying for all necessary permitting to establish a Transitional Center.

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DISCUSSION
Background
Stockton has experienced a marked increase in homelessness, with growing encampments impacting public safety, environmental conditions, and quality of life. In November 2024, the City declared a State of Emergency through approval of Resolution 2024-11-19-1501 (Attachment A), enabling more flexibility in procurement of services related to clean-up, enforcement and unsheltered wraparound services, in mobilizing local resources, and coordinating interagency response.

A considerable amount of state, federal and City resources have been expended to reduce homelessness in the City. Efforts to date have included partnerships with service providers, emergency shelter expansion, and law enforcement support. Since 2019, the City has used federal and state grant resources to invest in housing from low-barrier shelter beds to transitional units, affordable permanent housing facilities, and many variations in between. Shelter Capacity within the County has increased by 60% since 2019 and overall beds will increase by over 750 by the end of summer 2025. Funding was also invested in services: medical, mental health, workforce development and food distribution. In total, over $37 million dollars has been invested to improve the homelessness crisis since 2019, including more intensive services during the COVID pandemic.

While grant funding has certain requirements and limitations prescribed by state or federal guidelines, far more funding has been spent on increasing housing units than any other initiative. In 2022 and 2023 a total of 2,287 individuals exited homelessness to permanent housing. Yet homelessness remains a growing concern.

Efforts to date have included partnerships with service providers, emergency shelter expansion, and law enforcement support. However, an integrated and enforceable Citywide strategy has been lacking. Although the City has worked diligently to support housing projects and non-profits that are providing much needed wraparound services, no solution is foolproof or timely, enough. Therefore, a new, additional approach is being proposed through the CARE Program.

By Resolution 2024-11-19-1501, Council approved $550,000 to construct a debris transfer station at the Corporation Yard to expediate trash dumping by City staff and contracted debris removal companies. Additionally, Council approved $225,000 for increased hauling services that would be required to remove trash bins associated to the transfer station. With the transfer of $825,000 from the Public Works FY 2024/25 Operating Budget to the Care Homelessness Pilot Program, Public Works will not be able to deliver the transfer station project or increased hauling services as previously approved by Council. However, staff is working with local recycling facilities to accommodate increased debris dumping.

Present Situation
The proposed plan offers a structured, compassionate, and enforceable approach. Key components include:

1. Enforcement and Public Safety

2. State of Emergency Protocols

3. Centralized Intake and Transitional Housing

4. District-Based Case Management
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5. Emergency and Safe Shelter Options

6. Mental Health and Substance Use Services

7. Workforce Development and Reunification

8. Sustainable Funding and Accountability
With Council approval of the proposed resolution, a contract with Inner City Action will be secured via an emergency procurement as allowed for in the Stockton Municipal Code (SMC) and State of Emergency through approval of Resolution 2024-11-19-1501.

Inner City Action (ICA), a nonprofit founded by Frank and Kim Saldana in 1996, has played a significant role in addressing homelessness in Lodi and Manteca, CA, as well as cities across the country. Their approach is unique in that it combines immediate relief in terms of temporary and transitional housing with long-term wraparound supports, including services like showers, haircuts, clothing, and meals. ICA also offers pathways to sobriety, job training, and housing through their Sober Living Facilities and outreach programs.

ICA is unique in providing a one-stop shop” for homelessness services, ranging from temporary safe and sober shelter and basic necessities (food, clothing, daily showers) to supportive services such as case management and individualized thrive plans, girded by temporary and long-term housing support. ICA has the capacity to come in with all resources and launch the completely mobile outreach program within 1-2 days. The organization has demonstrated success in working with large temporary structures in a variety of weather conditions, procuring insurance for necessary facilities and ensuring daily safety monitoring of the housing resource.

In Manteca, ICA has collaborated with local law enforcement and community-based organizations to build trust with homeless individuals, aiming to transition them off the streets. This partnership has reportedly helped nearly 200 individuals find employment and housing. Personal stories highlight transformative successes, such as a mother and her children moving from living in a car to stable housing, and individuals overcoming long-term homelessness and substance addiction.

In Lodi, ICA was approved by the Lodi City Council on April 20, 2022, to operate a temporary emergency shelter as the initial phase of the Access Center Plan. The shelter commenced operations on July 22, 2022, providing overnight accommodations for up to 49 individuals, along with wraparound services such as housing navigation, income advocacy, stabilization planning with focused goal setting, mental health and substance use treatment, and job readiness training.

By September 2023, the shelter had achieved notable outcomes, including transitioning 80 individuals to long-term programs and assisting 31 individuals in securing employment. These results suggest that Inner City Action’s involvement has been effective in reducing homelessness in Lodi, by providing essential services and facilitating pathways to stable housing and employment.

The CARE Program will utilize ICA to provide centralized intake including the use of the federally preferred Homeless Management Information System (HMIS) and transitional housing by offering safe shelter options, showers, clothing and meals. ICA will be the hub of activity and will provide guidance to the City regarding appropriate methods of transition for each client.

The first phase of this pilot program will focus on the area between Trinity Parkway and White Slough. This area is on State of California land, controlled by the State Lands Commission (SLC).

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Coordination has already begun with the State via a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) between the City of Stockton and California SLC, which was executed on August 23, 2023 (Attachment B).

Key phases of implementation include outreach, intake, transitional housing, enforcement, and site clean-up. Stockton Public Works Department will serve as lead for all physical clean-up. The pilot program starts with outreach efforts by ICA to provide meals, clothing and showers on-site. In addition, a needs assessment of clients and services will be completed to identify appropriate resources for the inhabitants of the encampment. ICA will then begin to transport inhabitants of the encampment to its intake facility at 3635 Calaveras Road. This facility will offer full wraparound services including:
· Restroom and shower facilities
· Secure sleeping areas
· Daily meals
· Clean clothing
· Evaluation services
· Reunification options
· Workforce and job training
· Mental health and substance use disorder services
· Case management
· Pets, Partners, and Possessions are honored. Possessions will be limited to specific needs of the client.

Once this phase is completed, mobilization of clean-up efforts will begin. Based on current site evaluation Public Works estimates encampment debris at 200+ tons. Given the limited access to White Slough, total cleanup time is estimated at 2-3 weeks. Site cleanup will also include lifting the tree canopy around permitted trees to help law enforcement with future policing efforts of the area.

The CARE Pilot Program is a coordinated effort between:
· City of Stockton Departments
· Stockton Police Department
· San Joaquin County Sheriff’s Department
· San Joaquin County Probation Department
· San Joaquin County District Attorney’s Office
· San Joaquin County Public Works Department
· San Joaquin County Behavioral Health Services
· Inner City Action
· Other City of Stockton Partners

FINANCIAL SUMMARY
With the transfer of $825,000 from the Public Works FY 2024/25 Operating Budget Account No. 4570 -003-630006-100-000-30-45-000-000 to the CARE Homelessness Pilot Program, Project No.

WC25056, there will be sufficient funding to issue a contract to Inner City Action for $297,430.

Remaining funds will be used for clean-up costs and contingencies. Estimated clean-up costs are $400,000.

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There is no additional impact to the City’s General Fund or any other unrestricted fund as a result of taking the recommended actions.

Attachment A - Resolution No. 2024-11-19-1501
Attachment B - MOU - CA State Lands Commission
Attachment C - Inner City Action Proposal
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Resolution No.2024-11-19-1501

STOCKTON CITY COUNCIL

RESOLUTION PROCLAMING A LOCAL EMERGENCY ON HOMELESSNESS The California Emergency Services Act, Government Code sections 8550 et seq., authorize the proclamation of a local emergency when conditions of disaster or extreme peril to the safety of persons and property within the territorial limits of a city exist; and Stockton Municipal Code Section 2.82 authorizes the City Manager, as the Director of Emergency Services, to proclaim the existence or threatened existence of a Local Emergency when the City is exposed to an actual or threatened existence of conditions of disaster or extreme peril to the safety of persons and property within the City; and The City Manager, as the Director of Emergency Services of the City of Stockton, finds that a threat to public health and safety now exists in the City of Stockton due to the homelessness crisis in the City of Stockton, which has grown incrementally and exponentially, leading to deplorable living conditions, illness and death of unhoused and unsheltered persons within the City; and
In August 2018, the City of Stockton declared a shelter crisis under Resolution 2018-08-21-1402-02, pursuant to Government Code Section 8698.2, recognizing that the health and safety of unsheltered persons in Stockton and San Joaquin was threatened, and declaration of such a crisis would allow the City to participate in funding opportunities such as the State of California's I-lousing Emergency Aid Program (HEAP); and In August 2023, the City of Stockton declared a local emergency due to public health and safety concerns related to unhoused individuals under resolution 2023-08-03- 0401, specifically addressing the instability and eminent closure of the Stockton Shelter for the Homeless; and
The City of Stockton is located within the San Joaquin County Continuum of Care (SJCoC); and
According to the San Joaquin Continuum of Care 2024 Point-in-Time Count final figures, there are 4,732 individuals experiencing homelessness in the County, of whom over half (2,451 ) were found to be living unsheltered within the City of Stockton; and Of those experiencing homelessness within the City of Stockton, that vast majority (82%) are living unsheltered in conditions not humane or fit for human habitation; and 1 ATTACHMENT A
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These figures represent an unchecked humanitarian crisis that must be addressed by every civic recourse available to address the real pain and suffering experienced by those experiencing homelessness, as well as to ameliorate and prevent the unintended consequences of people living without adequate sanitation and water, including the risk of infectious disease transmission; and
The homeless crisis has strained the City's public works resources, such that in 2023 the City expended $947,300 for the Public Works Department to complete 27 Large-Scale clean-up events and hauled 2,813 tons of trash and debris from areas tagged as "homeless encampments," with estimated additional annual cost to support enhanced encampment clean-up related activities; and
The Stockton Police Department maintains one full-time team of officers solely dedicated to addressing the City's unsheltered population, at an annual cost of $1,370,000, in collaboration with public works, local homeless service providers, and other public safety partners; and
The homelessness crisis has strained the City's Fire Department resources, with a disproportionate number of medical and fire calls to address the crisis in our open spaces, streets, and other public spaces, needlessly exposing our first responders to an increase in infectious diseases from biohazards, and preventable fires; such that in 2023, 64% of all fires and 18% of all incidents involved an unsheltered person, totaling over 7,634 calls to the SFD involving unsheltered persons, including 1,819 for emergency medical services, 2,454 fires; and
The City of Stockton has invested over $14 million to enhance and expand the number of shelter beds available to persons experiencing homelessness in Stockton; and Ongoing advocacy and partnership with neighboring jurisdictions has resulted in the creation of new shelters in the Cities of Lodi and Tacy, with a total of 790 single-adult shelter beds in operation by 2023, more than doubling the region's capacity; and The City of Stockton has invested more than $8 million in matching funds to secure three competitive grant funded Homekey projects for the City, garnering nearly $33 additional dollars for the creation of 161 units of service enriched permanent housing for chronically homeless individuals, including veterans, youth, and women and children fleeing violence; and
The City of Stockton has responded to the rapid increase in its homeless population with unprecedented investments into homeless solutions, including $2 million in general fund dollars to support shelter expansion, and more than $5 million in funds to develop a community mobile response team; and
The City of Stockton has been awarded $30,757,174 million since 2020 from the State of California, Housing and Community Development Department (HCD) under the Housing, Homeless Assistance Program making available on average of $3,844,646.86 2 ATTACHMENT A
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per year on permanent supportive housing, shelter expansion and operations, capacity building and services; and
On June 28, 2024, the Supreme Court reversed the ruling for Grants Pass v. Johnson and overturned Martin v. Boise, recognizing that policymakers need access to a variety of tools to address the complicated issues of housing and homelessness, thereby allowing cities to enforce camping regulations even when the homeless population exceeds the number of practically available shelter beds; and
On July 25, 2024, Governor Newson issued Executive Order N-1-24, directing state officials to start removing homeless encampments across the State, in general compliance with Caltrans policy 1001-R1, and encouraged "local governments to adopts policies consistent with Caltrans, use all available resources[ ... ] to take action with the urgency this crisis demands to remove encampments from public spaces ... "; and The City of Stockton held a public meeting, Camping Revisited, on August 27, 2024 to discuss the City's Response to Supreme Court Decision & State Order, where staff proposed revisions to policy, implementation, enforcement, and diversion plans for the City Council's consideration and feedback; and
The benefits of this emergency declaration, coupled with past and future actions by the City of Stockton Council to address the homelessness crisis, will help ensure that this local emergency will be managed to the best of the City's ability; and The City's ability to mobilize local resources, coordinate interagency response, accelerate procurement of housing units, use mutual aid, and seek assistance and potential reimbursement by the State and Federal governments will be critical to successfully responding to this homelessness crisis; and

BE IS RESOLVED BY THE COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF STOCKTON, AS FOLLOWS:

1. THE CITY MANAGER, AS THE DIRECTOR OF EMERGENCY SERVICES, HAS PROCLAIMED that a Local Emergency on Homelessness exists in the City of Stockton; and

2. During the existence of said Local Emergency, the City Manager is authorized to follow recommendations from State, Federal, and Local authorities, including but not limited to, the San Joaquin County Office of Emergency Services, the California Office of Emergency Services, FEMA, and other such organizations; and

3. The monetary limit on City Manager contracting and purchasing authority set out in Stockton Municipal Code section 3.68.040 is suspended in order in order to allow the City Manager the ability of effectively and efficiently continue the response to public health and safety concerns and City operations during the pend ency of this local emergency; and
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4. The City Manager shall direct the services and staff of the emergency organization of the City, as well as direct the City's cooperation in all dealings with public and private agencies dealing with matters pertaining to this emergency; and

5. The following items are expressly intended to support and enable staff to take the necessary actions that will address aspects of the emergency. a. Collaborate with County and State Agencies including, but not limited to, SJ Cares and Behavioral Health to maximize effective solutions including applying for grants such as Prop 1, strategically support housing projects, address homeless encampments at shared borders by providing shelter and supportive services.
b. Collaborate with Community Based service providers to strategically contract subject matter expertise and enhance staff augmentation for Economic Development Department, Public Works, Community Services, other related areas of need that not yet be identified; and
c. Appropriate $1,265,000 from General Fund Contingency to the Public Works Department to support one-time expenses related to expanding services and staffing, supporting our waste haulers, and conduct additional clean ups.

Ongoing additional costs would be included in the next budget cycle; and d. Appropriate from General Fund Contingency $460,000 to the Police Department for the Take Back Our Parks campaign to implement a second, reprogrammed, encampment enforcement team, cover overtime, two patrol trucks, storage solutions for unhoused individuals' property and increased animal shelter related costs. Ongoing additional costs would be included in the next budget cycle; and
e. Appropriate from he General Fund Contingency $157,000 to the Economic Development Department operating budget to one additional full time program manager dedicated to coordinating City activities and projects related to the implementation of this resolution in conjunction with the Regional Homeless Action Plan; and
fa Create, implement, and administer Safe Sleeping permits to qualified applicants. Safe Sleeping permits would allow for private property owners, such as a church or nonprofit, to provide services and temporary accommodations for vehicles to be parked overnight in existing parking lots; and
g. Continue pursuit of a qualified Safe Parking and Camping Service provider and location;
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h. Continuation of public communication and messaging to educate and engage the public about homelessness and the City's efforts to address homelessness, and engage the unhoused population in the dialogue about the City's efforts to address homelessness;
i. Securing of funding resources from HCD to increase service levels, interim shelter beds and permanent supportive housing; and

6. This Emergency Declaration shall incorporate the two previously enacted and related declarations and shall continue until cancelled by Director of Emergency Services and ratified by the City Council.

7. The City Manager, as Director of Emergency Services, is authorized and directed to take whatever actions are necessary and appropriate to carry out the purpose and intent of this Resolution and Proclamation.

PASSED, APPROVED, and ADOPTED November 19, 2024

KATHERINE
City Clerk
City of Stockton
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DocuSign Envelope ID: 15808756-EEAD-4F53-94C2-578BF78A4C3D MEMORANDUM OF UNDERSTANDING between the City of Stockton and the California State Lands Commission

REGARDING UNAUTHORIZED PERSONS AND CAMPS ON STATE LANDS

COMMISSION PROPERTY WITHIN THE CITY OF STOCKTON
This Memorandum of Understanding ("MOU") is made and entered into as of the date of execution below, by and between the City of Stockton ("City"), a municipal corporation, and the California State Lands Commission ("CSLC"), an agency of the State of California.

RECITALS
A. The State of California, by and through the CSLC, owns ce11ain lands within the boundaries of the City. Some of these lands were acquired through exchange agreements, and others by operation of law. (e.g., Public Resources Code section 6301 ). (hereinafter, collectively "State Lands")
B. Many of the State Lands are undeveloped wetlands, or adjacent to waterways. These lands do not have facilities or amenities for camping.

C. The number of people experiencing homelessness has increased on a statewide basis.

The City has seen a corresponding increase in people experiencing homelessness. As people experiencing homelessness are moved from private prope11y, City Prope11Y, and roadway rights-of-way, many have relocated on more remote public lands, including State Lands.

D. As a result, the number of people experiencing homelessness seeking refuge on State Lands has increased. Conditions within the encampments on State Lands, resulting from a lack of water, sewer service, and refuse collection, may become a threat to the health and safety of the unauthorized campers, as well as nearby residents. Some encampments on State Lands are in close proximity to waterways, sloughs, levees, and other sensitive environments and critical infrastructure.

E. The CSLC and City desire to improve the conditions and address any threats to public safety, impacts to the environment, and hazards to infrastructure.

AGREEMENT
I. The CSLC and City agree to work cooperatively to address the conditions caused by the unhoused who are camping on State Lands. The CSLC and City acknowledge that each agency retains its own legal authority and jurisdiction.

2. In an event the City becomes aware of a camp on State Lands, the City shall inform the CSLC of its location, and, to the best of its knowledge the number of unhoused at the encampment and the conditions within it.

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3. The City and CSLC shall then meet in a timely manner to discuss and consider the resources available to address the situation and discuss the next steps. Depending upon which steps are to be taken, the City and CSLC shall discuss the roles and responsibilities of implementing the next steps, including availability of funding and other resources.

Next steps could include;
a. A discussion of what local programs and services are available to residents of the camp.
b. How to connect the encampments' inhabitants to local programs or services available to the unsheltered individuals.
c. Provision of restroom facilitates and waste collection services to reduce the impacts of the encampment.
d. Opportunities to relocate the residents of the camp to approved facilities for the unhoused.

4. The City and CSLC may agree to remove camps, camp facilities, camp paraphernalia, personal property, garbage, junk, debris, and any other property from State Lands. Such agreements shall be on a site-by-site basis and subject to future terms to be negotiated and approved by the CSLC at a properly noticed public meeting. Such agreements may utilize City staff and resources. The process for negotiating these agreements will include:
a. A cost estimate from the City for the work to be performed, along with an allocation of the expenses between the parties.
b. A contract complying with City and State contracting guidelines.

5. Such future agreements may also utilize existing City laws, including Stockton Municipal Code, Chapters 9.28 or 8.100. The CSLC will cooperate with these efforts by ensuring the City has access to the State Land, and authority to act thereon.

6. The CSLC may also compare cost estimates provided by the City with bids from independent contractors to determine the most cost-effective and appropriate means to carry out a camp cleanup or removal on State Lands.

7. Nothing in this MOU creates a duty or obligation for the City or the CSLC to remove any person or property from CSLC Property, commit or expend state funds, or to initiate any cleanup activities.

8. Term and Termination. The term of this MOU will be for a period of five (5) years unless extended by the parties through written agreement or terminated by either party upon written notice to the other.

9. Notices. Notices required to be sent under this MOU may be communicated by personal delivery or United States certified mail, postage prepaid, return receipt requested.

Delivery will be deemed complete upon actual receipt ( or refusal to accept proper delivery). Notice must be addressed as below:

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DocuSign Envelope ID: 15808756-EEAD-4F53-94C2-578BF78A4C3D To City: City of Stockton
425 North El Dorado Street
Stockton, CA 95202
Attn: Will Crew, Deputy City Manager
With copy to: City of Stockton, Public Works
22 E. Weber Avenue, Room 301
Stockton, CA 95202
To CSLC:

Attn: Director
California State Lands Commission
100 Howe Ave., Suite I 00-South
Sacramento, CA 95825
Attn.: Colin Connor, Assistant Executive Officer

10. Counterparts. This MOU may be executed in counterparts, all of which shall constitute one agreement.

IN WITNESS WHEREOF, the parties hereto have executed this MOU as of the last date of execution below.

CITY OF STOCKTON
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CARE (Compassion, Access, Reunification, Empowerment)
Homelessness Pilot Program
Proposal

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INTRODUCTION
Inner City Action Inc. is a 501c3 Non-Profit Organization who has been serving the greater San Joaquin County for over 16 years. Our Director, Frank Saldana, has over 20 years of experience working with the unsheltered community of San Joaquin County. His knowledge, compassion, and expertise are a vital part of the success that we have had with the unsheltered & low-income community. He, along with our dedicated staff, are committed to our motto of “Bringing Life Back to the People”. Inner City Action Inc has had several transitional housing facilities in the San Joaquin County since 2009 and has helped numerous unsheltered individuals through our Men’s and Women’s Discipleship Program. For the past 5 years, in partnership with the City of Manteca and the City of Lodi, we have successfully operated Low Barrier Shelters. We have had great success with transitioning the unsheltered into jobs, permanent housing, programs, residential homes, and reunification with family. Our 2020 to 2024 unsheltered individuals’ statistics are as follows:
• Unduplicated unsheltered individuals serviced in Manteca 777 • Unduplicated unsheltered individuals serviced in Lodi 1,190 • Transitioned to Programs 157 individuals
• Gained employment 91 individuals
• Reunification with family 43 individuals
• Pursued education 9 individuals
• Obtained Permanent Housing 58 individuals
• Connected to Behavioral Health Services 48 individuals • Connected to Medical Services 171 individuals
• Provided hot meals 98,814 meals
• Provided showers 51,424
• Overnight shelter stays 45,598
We see homelessness as a byproduct of a much bigger root problem. We are committed to finding out each client’s individual story and we do that through, what we call, one-on-one Life Coaching. Through conversation and observation, our caring staff can tailor individual goals for each client. Every client’s story is different, therefore the needs for each client are different. Our method is very holistic, and we believe in treatment for the whole person. If there is a physical ailment or injury, we will facilitate doctor’s visits, if there is a mental health need, we will set them up with Behavioral Health services, while simultaneously seeking the best possible housing outcome for the individual. During our Life coaching sessions, we also identify any barriers that have prevented them from achieving their goals and work one on one with them to overcome these barriers or obstacles. Our Case Managers help individuals navigate and access services and resources, while our Life Coaching sessions help individuals develop targeted strategies for success in their own personal lives. We believe in celebrating these successes, both big and small. The small successful milestones provide the drive and motivation for individuals to keep working towards bigger goals. Inner City Action Inc strives to provide a family culture, where every person is included and is treated with dignity and respect.

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PROPOSAL
Inner City Action Inc is proposing to facilitate the outreach and temporary shelter for the CARE (Compassion, Access, Reunification, Empowerment) Homelessness Pilot Program. While on outreach, our case managers will provide transitional triage, which includes identifying each unsheltered individual’s specific needs, barriers, and goals. Our mobile outreach addresses their immediate needs by providing showers, fresh clothing, haircuts, and hot meals. While our case managers life-coach and develop a plan for their short- and long-term wrap-around services such as ID documentation, transportation, shelter placement, sober living and/or detox referrals, spiritual support, transitional housing programs, reunification, work programs, permanent housing, and behavioral health and medical services referrals. Our one-on-one Life Coaching allows us the opportunity to set individual goals on a personal level so that we can measure individual outcomes and achievements.

We propose setting up an 80x100 ft. tent shelter located at 3635 Calaveras Ave. Stockton, CA 95205. This temporary shelter will serve as a first phase of transitional housing for a time frame of 30-60 days with the intention of placement in one of the above-mentioned housing resources. Inner City Action Inc will strive to meet the goal of transitioning Clients quickly, by being proactive in our approach to setting immediate goals to set Clients up for success. Our Life Coaching sessions will be a vital part of keeping clients on track to meet their permanent housing goals. In our previous experience Inner City Action’s strength has been transitioning people quickly. Inner City Action’s case managers will assist with housing applications, referrals, and follow up with clients to ensure every effort is made to procure permanent housing. We understand that there is a significant waitlist for permanent housing in our county. Therefore, the tent will serve as first phase transitional housing. Local programs, sober living housing facilities, and shelters will serve as the second phase. The ultimate goal is to get these individuals into independent permanent housing. The temporary shelter will only be accessible to the unsheltered individuals resourced in the target area(s) approved by the strategic CARE Homelessness Pilot Program plan.

At the Transitional Center, Inner City Action Inc will provide daily showers, day and night security, meals (Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner), transportation for pick up/drop off for client appointments, administration, intake and registration, management services/staffing, Life Coaching, clothing and hygiene, overnight lodging, entertainment, animal services, storage, charging station, and a designated smoking section. • Showers - mandatory daily for overnight clients
• Security - 24/7 Security monitoring entrance/exit and perimeter. Assuring safety for all clients.

Check baggage and cars for any prohibited items such as weapons, drugs, or alcohol. • Meals - Provide 3 meals daily. Breakfast, hot or cold items. Lunch and dinner are both hot meals.
• Drivers - Follow the established driving routes for Pick-Up and Drop-Off locations and transport clients to appointments within the City of Stockton.
• Administration - Oversee all Process and Procedures for the Center, keep records for client files and monthly reporting.
• Intake and Registration - This is where all intake forms are filled out, signs ups for showers, charging stations, storage assignments, pet intake forms, etc. • Management Services/Staffing - Oversee all operations of the Center and Life Coaching. Hire full-time and part-time staff as needed to assist in management of daily operations. • Clothing and Hygiene - Distributed daily before showers.

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• Overnight Lodging - Provide clean bedding/pillows, nightly sleeping assignments, nightly sign in, collection of bedding in the morning and sanitizing of beds every morning. • Animal Services - Kennels and pet food provided for pets. Occasional Veterinary services. • Storage - Storage provided for Client’s belongings.
• Charging Station - Charging stations are available by sign up daily. Charging is assigned in 1- hour increments to allow all Clients access to charging. • Designated Tobacco Smoking Section - Safe place for Clients to smoke cigarettes/ecigarettes.

Inner City Action Inc acknowledges the need to collaborate with local nonprofits, agencies, healthcare services, mental health services, social services, courts, law enforcement, probation/parole for the client’s success and the success of this project. We firmly believe that clients should be given the best possible options for their unique situations to be safe and successful. Some of our local partners and resources include:
• Hope Family Shelters
• SJC Cares
• Behavior Health
• Hospital Social Services
• Community Medical Center
• Veteran Housing
• Lodi Access Center
• Salvation Army & Hope Harbor
• Loads of Hope
• Outreach Ministries International
• CommUNITY Service Team
• Prevail
• Sober Living
• Friends Outside
• Clothed in Dignity

SCOPE OF WORK
Project Name: CARE Homelessness Pilot Program
Company Name: Inner City Action Inc.

Project Location: 3635 Calaveras Ave. Stockton, CA 95205 Project Director: Frank Saldana – [email protected] Project Co-Director: Corinna Swenson – [email protected]

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Project Objective: To provide mobile outreach services and temporary shelter with case management and wrap-around services for the unsheltered in Stockton from the Pilot Program targeted area. The Transitional Center will be a temporary structure providing a climate controlled, safe environment for the unsheltered community.

This center will be equipped with daily necessities, 3 meals a day, showers, bathrooms, clothing, personal storage, and safe sleeping accommodations.

Services will include transportation, pet care services, on-site security, and daily activities. The objective will be to give those who are willing and ready an immediate temporary interim sober living environment.

Deliverables: Temporary Shelter - Providing a safe and sober temporary stay for unsheltered individuals. Provide refuge and protection from the elements of weather and danger. Our staff will conduct Fire Watch inspections hourly from 9pm-6am to ensure everyone’s safety.

Basic Needs - Daily services include breakfast, lunch and dinner, clothing, hygiene products, and daily showers.

Supportive Services - Case Management and Life Coaching to create individual plans and address contributing factors that have led each individual to homelessness. Assess and connect individuals to behavioral health and health care services as needed. Provide spiritual support on a voluntary basis to individuals who feel they need these services.

Housing Support - Assist individuals in finding and securing temporary and longterm housing options. Provide a space where we can schedule outside agencies to meet with clients in facilitating potential transitions to programs. Upon acceptance into such programs, we will provide a warm handoff to the new servicing agency.

Community Partnership - Networking with current and future partnerships and collaborating with law enforcement, government agencies, and other non-profit organizations to provide support for the overall project. Creating opportunities for the community’s involvement in service projects and volunteering.

Safety and Security - To provide 24/7 security to ensure the safety of our clients, staff, and project success. Our comprehensive Safety and Security procedures are as follows:
• Secured entrances
All entrances to the Center will remain locked unless they are being staffed by an onsite security guard.
• On-site security personnel
Inner City Action will staff onsite security at the main entrance and all individuals and vehicles must stop at the security booth to check in prior to admittance into the Center.

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At the check in Security will ask the individual to lift their pant leg to show their socks, empty their pockets, and perform a visual inspection of all bags and/or vehicles. Clients and guest may be asked to move items from their bags and/or vehicles to ensure Security has a clear line of sight to inspect for safety purposes. • De-escalating conflicts
If a conflict ensues our onsite security and shift supervisor will make every attempt to deescalate the conflict by communication and separating the involved parties to facilitate a resolution.
• Entry and exit procedures
Security will have all clients and guests sign in and out on the log upon entering and exiting the Center.
• Possession of drugs and weapons including confiscation, disposal, or storage procedures
The Transitional Center is a drug, alcohol, and weapon free facility. Security will follow all procedures including proper disposal of drugs, alcohol, and weapons into the amnesty locked box. If a client enters with a legal item that could be used as a weapon, such as a screwdriver or a legal pocketknife, the check in security will take the item and label it and include the client name and date. Security will then store the item away at the security booth and upon exiting the center the client may retrieve their item back from security. If the item is not retrieved the same day, the item is locked away in the back office until such time the client retrieves their item.
• Procedure for reports of criminal activity on-site
Onsite criminal activity is strictly prohibited at the Lodi Center and will lead to the client’s disqualification to the Center and/or criminal charges depending on the severity of the crime. Our onsite staff will document the incident in a Client File Notes Report. If the criminal activity is severe, we will follow the procedure of contacting the police.

Data Collection and Reporting - Inner City Action is very familiar with the California Homeless Management Information System (HMIS). We currently have several members of our staff trained in data entry for HMIS. We will continue to track overnight stays in HMIS, track all in-house daily services provided, track transitions to outside resources and referrals, and provide a monthly numbers report. See attached exhibit “A” to the City of Stockton staff to measure the Pilot Programs outcomes and effectiveness.

Measurable Outcomes - Ensure the outcomes continue to align with the overall goals and objectives of the CARE Pilot Program. Our tracking system allows us to identify any improvements or adjustments that need to be made throughout the duration of the Pilot Program, ensuring the best possible results. Aligning the goals of the Pilot programs effectiveness with The City of Stockton local action plan to address homelessness by increasing access to services and coordinating efforts with other organizations and agencies.

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Timeline: We anticipate the Transitional Center to be fully operational within 4 to 5 weeks after City approval. This will allow us time to hire and train additional staff, secure contracts for rental equipment, and obtain proper permits for the tent.

Fee Schedule: Proposed 2 month budget amount of $272,430.00 and a one-time, upfront Start Up Cost fee of $25,000.00. See attached exhibit B
Budget Variable Costs: Meals - The proposed Feeding expenses in the budget were estimated at 50 people receiving breakfast, lunch, and dinner daily at $5.00 per meal per day. The number of 50 people served was just a plugged-in figure to give you an example of potential costs in the budget. However, real costs submitted for reimbursement will be based on actual meals served by tracking daily meal counts to support expenses.

Personnel - Includes Director, Co-Director, Front Desk Administrators, Security, Cooks, Shower operators, Drivers, and Floaters. Some personnel positions will need to be filled immediately for all shifts operations, however the need to increase additional personnel positions will be directly related to the increase in the number of shelter clients being serviced. The shelter is a 24/7 operation and does require 3 separate shifts. These are broken up into Day Shift Personnel, evening shift personnel, and Night Shift personnel.

Financials - Inner City Action will furnish the City of Stockton with detailed monthly project financial reports for reimbursement. These reports will include copies of each expense such as receipts, salaries, cleared checks, and an invoice (See attached exhibit C) in chronological order. We will include a financial tracking cover page (See attached exhibit D) to show the total expense for each budget line item project-to-date and the remaining allocated amount per line item so there is complete transparency with the project’s financial status. Our administrator will communicate closely with the designated city staff member to verify all reporting items are received and correct to ensure a proper turnaround for reimbursement.

Our goal is to receive reimbursement 14 to 21 days after reimbursement reports are submitted.

Why is Inner City Action Inc the correct choice for this project? Inner City Action Inc is confident that we are the best candidate for this project, because of our strong track record of delivering positive measurable results for similar projects in San Joaquin County. Our employees possess a high level of skill and knowledge in their extensive experience of working with the unsheltered community. Our positive transition results and daily service numbers in Manteca and Lodi have not only had a direct impact on the homeless but have assisted the City Staff in securing grant funding for future

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permanent shelters. Our dedicated and hardworking staff are honored to serve the City of Stockton and see the CARE Homelessness Pilot Program’s success.

In addition, Inner City Action Inc owns all the necessary mobile resources (shower, water tank trailer, clothing bus, food truck, beds, and tents) to set up operations to fulfill this project. Our expertise, knowledge, and years of experience working with tents, stakes, straps, and poles in a variety of weather conditions makes our organization uniquely qualified for this type of project. Procuring insurance for tent services is not easy to obtain if you do not have the experience and expertise that we possess. Therefore, we firmly believe Inner City Action Inc is the only viable organization to fulfill this project.

ATTACHMENT C
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ATTACHMENT C
787

EXHIBIT B
OPERATING COST TRANSITIONAL CENTER - 2 MONTH BUDGET
Cost
Tent Rental $ 4,000.00
Shower Rental $ 5,000.00
Meals ($5 per meal per person) $ 45,000.00 Estimated based on 50 people per meal
Rent for Church Land for Tent Site $ Includes kitchen/room use 10,000.00 Utilities for Church $ 6,000.00
Transportation (Fuel, Maintence & Repairs) $ 3,000.00
2 Storage Containers Rental $ 1,400.00
Vehicle Insurance $ 1,400.00
Office Supplies $ 1,000.00
Janitoral/Cleaning Supplies $ 1,600.00
Portable Bathroom Rental/Services $ 5,000.00
Heaters/AC Rental $ 14,000.00
Miscellaneous (propane, hygeine etc) $ 5,000.00
Hair Cut Station $ 300.00
Life Coaching $ 2,400.00
Insurance $ 1,250.00
Laundry Services $ 3,500.00
Veterinary Care / Pet Food $ 2,000.00
PERSONNEL COST TRANSITIONAL CENTER - 2 MONTH BUDGET
Cost
Day Shift Personnel Cost $ 60,560.00
Evening Shift Personnel Cost $ 38,080.00
Night Shift Personnel Cost $ 38,640.00
OTHER PERSONNEL COST - 2 MONTH BUDGET
Cost
Workers Comp Insurance $ 5,700.00
Employer Payroll Tax $ 10,000.00
TOTAL TRANSITIONAL CENTER $ 264,830.00
*Feeding expenses were estimate on 50 people served per meal during breakfast, lunch, and dinner.

Total real costs submitted for reimbursement will be actual meals served with tracking numbers to support expense.

ATTACHMENT C
788

EXHIBIT B
OUTREACH - 2 MONTH BUDGET
Cost
Shower Rental $ 2,000.00
Water Pump Truck Rental $ 1,000.00
Meals $ 2,000.00
Fuel / Propane $ 1,600.00
Hygeine $ 400.00
Janitorial / Cleaning Products $ 200.00
Laundry Services for Towels $ 200.00
Hair Cut Station $ 200.00
TOTAL OUTREACH $ 7,600.00

ATTACHMENT C
789

EXHIBIT B
START UP COST (Based on 50 Clients)
Cost
Pop-up canopies $ 1,200.00
Fire Proof Filing Cabinets $ 1,000.00
Printer $ 250.00
Shelving units $ 700.00
Pet Kennels $ 600.00
Fire extingushers $ 600.00
Signs/Banners $ 1,000.00
Illuminated Exits Signs $ 1,600.00
Food Warmers $ 1,700.00
Lights $ 450.00
Charging stations $ 75.00
Coffee Pot $ 150.00
Towels $ 700.00
Bedding (sheets, pillows, and pillow cases) $ 2,750.00
Mattress protective covers $ 1,000.00
Extention cords & covers $ 2,000.00
Tables $ 600.00
Bicycle racks $ 400.00
Cigarette butt receptacle $ 150.00
Amnesty Box $ 75.00
Electrician and supplies for power to Tent $ 3,000.00
Miscellaneous supplies $ 5,000.00
TOTAL START UP COST $ 25,000.00

ATTACHMENT C
790

DESCRIPTION AMOUNT
Transitional Center June Expenses (see attached) $0.00
Outreach June Expenses (see attached) $0.00

TOTAL JUNE

REIMBURSEMENT OWED
$0.00
Make check payable to: Inner City Action Inc.

Thank you for your business!
Invoice Inner City Action Inc.
1169 S Main St. #326
Manteca, CA 95337
Phone: 800-466-7205
E-mail: [email protected]
Invoice #01100
Date: July 1, 2025
To:

City of Stockton
ATTN: Project Manager
425 N El Dorado Street
Stockton, CA 95202
For:

CARE Homelessness Pilot Program

ATTACHMENT C

EXHIBIT C
791
PROJECT TITLE:

Project Number:

Project Funding Year:

Subrecipient
Name:

Address: From: To: 8/31/2024
ANNUAL

ALLOCATION

BALANCE OF
FUNDS
PROJECT-TODATE EXPENSES

PERSONNEL
1 Salaries $ 725,746.00 $ 198,719.68 $ 1,224,416.28
2 Workers Comp Insurance $ 33,000.00 $ 12,975.26 $ 45,893.21

GENERAL NON-PERSONNEL
3 Tent Rental $ 12,000.00 $ 2,000.00 $ 25,483.75
4 Shower Rental $ 24,000.00 $ 4,000.00 $ 50,387.00
5 Bathroom Rental $ 36,400.00 $ 4,484.37 $ 76,282.48
6 AC/Heater Unit Rental $ 76,050.00 $ 9,513.30 $ 159,938.27 7 Transportation $ 12,000.00 $ 5,937.50 $ 14,853.03
8 Dry Containers $ 6,000.00 $ 6,000.00 $ -
9 Office Supplies $ 7,200.00 $ 5,496.48 $ 5,870.18
10 Janitorial $ 6,000.00 $ 4,281.45 $ 3,253.43
11 Liability Insurance $ 1,250.00 $ 621.47 $ 2,083.21
12 Miscellaneous $ 20,000.00 $ 5,358.92 $ 35,297.74
13 Meals $ 89,425.00 $ 29,958.92 $ 135,966.08
14 Neighborhood Clean Up $ 41,756.00 $ 18,393.14 $ 52,231.18 15 $ 23,504.00 $ 8,916.09 $ 14,587.91
16 Supplies/Outreach Materials $ 13,000.00 $ 11,201.28 $ 3,894.97 17 $ 7,500.00 $ 7,087.65 $ 412.35
18 $ 6,000.00 $ 1,000.00 $ 11,000.00
19 $ - $ (10,000.00) $ 28,547.25
20 $ - $ - $ 35,805.29
$ 1,140,831.00 $ 325,945.51 $ 1,926,203.61
Signature Date
Printed Name Title
$ 23,362.86
Additional Tent
$ 66.58 $ 1,798.72
$ 1,000.00 $ 10,000.00
Veterinary Care $ - $ 412.35
City Wide Clean Up $ 1,860.69 $ 14,587.91

XXXX XX XXXX
REIMBURSEMENT REQUEST AMOUNT: $ 80,188.50

REIMBURSEMENT REPORT
$ 20,024.74
$ 527,026.32
COST

CATEGORY
TOTALS $ 80,188.50 $ 814,885.49
$ 66,536.70
$ 31,915.63
$ 5,565.00 $ 59,466.08
$ 2,187.72
XXXX
8/1/2024
$ 651.11 $ 6,062.50
Dates Expenditures Incurred

EXPENSES THIS
MONTH
CONTRACT-TODATE EXPENSES
$ 20,000.00
$ 1,000.00 $ 10,000.00
$ 2,000.00
2023-2024
SAMPLE
$ 3,073.95
$ -
Manteca, CA 95337
1169 S Main St. #326
Inner City Action Inc.
$ -
$ 1,870.45
$ 53,289.56
$ 6,085.36
$ 180.50 $ 1,703.52
$ 14,641.08
$ - $ 628.53
$ 801.38
$ 56.20 $ 1,718.55
Start Up Cost $ - $ -
Additional Laundry Service $ 500.00 $ 5,000.00

ATTACHMENT C

EXHIBIT D
792
Tent by Inner City Action at Weber Point, Stockton
2019

ATTACHMENT C
793
Clients receiving items from Clothing Closet
Safe and secure rest

ATTACHMENT C
794
Holiday events with the clients

ATTACHMENT C
795
Outreach
Encampment clean up

ATTACHMENT C
796
Resolution No.

STOCKTON CITY COUNCIL

A RESOLUTION OF THE STOCKTON CITY COUNCIL TO ESTABLISH THE

PROPOSED CARE (COMPASSION, ACCESS, REUNIFICATION, EMPOWERMENT)

HOMELESSNESS PILOT PROGRAM
Stockton has experienced a marked increase in homelessness, with growing encampments impacting public safety, environmental conditions, and quality of life. A considerable amount of state, federal, and City resources have been expended to reduce homelessness in the City. Efforts to date have included partnerships with service providers, emergency shelter expansion and law enforcement support. However, an integrated and enforceable Citywide strategy has been lacking; and
In November 2024, the City declared a State of Emergency through approval of Resolution 2024-11-19-1501, enabling more flexibility in procurement of services related to clean-up, enforcement, and unsheltered wraparound services, in mobilizing local resources and coordinating interagency response; and
Although the City has worked diligently to support housing projects and non-profits that are providing much needed wraparound services, no one solution is foolproof in reducing homelessness in the City of Stockton. Therefore, a new, additional approach is being proposed; and
Inner City Action (ICA), a non-profit founded by Frank and Kim Saldana in 1996, has played a significant role in addressing homelessness in Lodi and Manteca, CA, as well as cities across the country. ICA’s unique approach combines immediate relief in terms of temporary and transitional housing with long-term wraparound supports, including services like showers, haircuts, clothing, and meals; and
The CARE (Compassion, Access, Reunification, Empowerment) Program will utilize ICA to provide centralized intake and transitional housing by offering safe shelter options, showers, clothing and meals. ICA will be the hub of activity and will provide guidance to the City regarding appropriate methods of transition for each client. Key phases of implementation include outreach, intake, transitional housing, enforcement and site cleanup; and The first phase of the CARE Pilot Program will focus on the area between Trinity Parkway and White Slough, on State of California land, controlled by the State Lands Commission. Coordination has already begun with the State via an MOU between the City of Stockton and California State Lands Commission, executed on August 23, 2023; and 797
Key phases of implementation will include outreach, intake, transitional housing, enforcement and site clean-up. The implementation begins with outreach efforts by ICA to provide meals, clothing and showers, as well as client needs assessment, identification of appropriate resources and service provision. Following, ICA will begin to transport individuals to the intake facility at 3635 Calaveras Road, offering full supportive wraparound services. The final phase will mobilize clean-up efforts; and With the transfer of $825,000 from the Public Works FY 2024/25 Operating Budget to the CARE Homelessness Pilot Program, there will be sufficient funding to issue a contract to Inner City Action for $297,430; now, therefore,

BE IT RESOLVED BY THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF STOCKTON, AS FOLLOWS:

1. Establish the proposed CARE Homelessness Pilot Program, Project No.

WC25056.

2. Authorize the Interim City Manager to begin implementation and pursue funding opportunities as outlined.

3. Transfer funds in the amount of $825,000 from the Fiscal Year 2024/25 Public Works Operating Budget to the CARE Homelessness Pilot Program, Project No.

WC25056.

4. Award a contract to Inner City Action of Manteca, CA, in the amount of $297,430 to deliver outreach and temporary shelter for the CARE Homelessness Pilot Program.

5. The Interim City Manager is hereby authorized to take whatever actions are necessary and appropriate to carry out the purpose and intent of this Resolution.

PASSED, APPROVED, and ADOPTED April 29, 2025 .

CHRISTINA FUGAZI
Mayor of the City of Stockton
ATTEST:

KATHERINE ROLAND, CMC
City Clerk of the City of Stockton
798

HOMELESS

PILOT PROGRAM
City Council Meeting
April 29,2025
Item #15.2
799
2 BACKGROUND &

PREVIOUS EFFORTS
800

GRANTS PASS RULING
September 4, 2018 – Martin v. Boise
• The Supreme Court held that cities cannot enforce anti-camping ordinances if they do not have enough homeless shelter beds available for their homeless population. This ruling prohibits the criminal enforcement of camping regulations where the unhoused population exceeded the amount of practically available shelter beds.

June 28, 2024 – Grants Pass v. Johnson
• The Supreme Court reversed the ruling for Grants Pass vs. Johnson and overturned Martin v. Boise, allowing cities to enforce camping regulations even when the homeless population exceeds the number of practically available shelter beds.

July 25, 2024 – State Order
• Governor Newsom issued Executive Order N-1-24, directing state officials to start removing homeless encampments across the State, in general compliance with Caltrans policy 1001-R1, and encouraged “local governments to adopt policies consistent with Caltrans, and use all available resources […] to take action with the urgency this crisis demands to remove encampments from public spaces…” 3 801

CITY OF STOCKTON EMERGENCY

DECLARATION
November 2024
• State of Emergency declared by the City, through approval of Resolution 2024-11-19- 1501.
• Monetary limit on City Manager contracting purchasing authority, SMC 3.68.040, is suspended.
o Allows for streamlined procurement of services related to clean-up and unsheltered wrap around services
o Flexibility in enforcement and response.
• Appropriated a total of $1,882,000 of General Fund Contingency to Public Works, Police and Economic Development Departments.
• The City Manager, as Director of Emergency Services, is authorized and directed to take whatever actions are necessary and appropriate to carry out the purpose and intent of the resolution.
• However, in the spirit of transparency, staff is bringing a resolution to be adopted by Council
4 802

SHELTER /

BED CAPACITY
In the County … ▪ Shelter Capacity has
increased by 60% since 2019.
▪ 1,810 interim / homeless
shelter beds.
▪2,287 total individuals exited
homelessness to permanent
housing in 2022 and 2023.
▪ Shelter beds in the City will
increase by over 750 beds by
the end of summer 2025.
5 803

PIPELINE PROJECT UPDATES
Calaveras Quarters - COMPLETE
•$ 7 million invested
•Completed - April 2025
•69 Units
Park Center Apartments
•$2.2 million invested
•Completion - Dec. 2025
•50 Units
Satellite Apartments
•$4.3 million invested
•Completion - March 2026
•30 Units
Navigation Center
•$7.7 million invested
•Completion - May 2025
•68 Beds
Pathways
•$3.6 million invested
•Completion - July 2025
•268 beds
Shelter at St. Mary’s
•$5.7 million invested
•Currently Operating
•291 beds
6 804

EXISTING ENFORCEMENT
7 Staff • Current team includes 1 Sergeant and 7 Field Officers Historic Encampment Locations • Regularly monitor large encampments, scheduled rotation • Service requests for, smaller, locations are complaint driven
Critical Infrastructure • Parks: Enforcement requires verification of available shelter beds
• Other City Facilities: Based on public health & safety Pets & Property • Minimal collection/storage of property. • Pets stay with their owners or surrendered to the Animal Shelter
Citation and Arrests • Only in conjunction with other violations Fiscal Considerations • Approx. $1.5M per year in staff time to support encampment clean-up and enforcement efforts. 805
Existing Clean-up Efforts
8 • 28 Large-scale clean-up events scheduled annually.
• Weekly coordination meetings are held with Caltrans,
SJ Behavioral Health, Stockton Police Department, and
Public Works.
• Table below accounts for Public Works Annual Fiscal
Considerations.
2024 DATA
Cost Tonnage Annual number
City Performed
Large-scale Clean-ups
$ 159,300 1150 28
City Staff/Contracted
Services -
Excluding Parks
$ 436,000 2810 6861
Contracted Services -
Specific to Parks (tonnage
reported from 7/1/24 - 12/31/24)
$ 187,200 113 134
Totals $ 782,500 4073 7023
806
9 A NEW APPROACH
807
Pilot Program with Multi-Agency Approach
Transitional Housing
Mental Health and Substance Use Disorder (SUD) Services Workforce Development
Collaboration
• Law enforcement
• Non-profits
• Government
Accountability and Opportunity
Balances
• Compassion
• Public Safety
• Compliance
Supports
• Long-Term Housing
• Social Services
• Enforcement
10 CARE PROGRAM
808
• 501c3 Non Profit • Established in 1996 • Success in Manteca and Lodi • Specializes in “one stop shop” homelessness services: • Temporary safe shelter • Provides basic necessities • Connections to supportive services • Case management • Mobile outreach • Partners 11 INNER CITY ACTION
809

INNER CITY ACTION

DELIVERABLES
12 • Outreach • Temporary Shelter
– 3635 Calaveras
Ave – Bethel Temple Site
• Basic Needs • Supportive Services • Housing Support • Community Partnership • Safety and Security • All permits for operation through the SJ County. Stockton Fire to review as well
• Data Collection and Reporting - Inner
City Action is very familiar with the
California Homeless Management
Information System (HMIS).
• Measurable Outcomes
810

CLEAN-UP
13 • Site Evaluation:
• Estimated 200+ tons of trash
• Low hanging trees and abundance of
brush
• Access challenges
• Timeline for Cleanup:
• Estimate 2-3 weeks
• 90-100 Truckloads
• Immense Handwork
811
14 It is recommended that the City Council adopt a resolution to:

1. Establish the proposed CARE (Compassion, Access, Reunification, Empowerment) Homelessness Pilot Program, Project No. WC25056; and

2. Authorize the Interim City Manager to begin implementation and pursue funding opportunities as outlined; and

3. Transfer funds in the amount of $825,000 from the Fiscal Year 2024/25 Public Works Operating Budget to the CARE Homelessness Pilot Program, Project No. WC25056; and

4. Award a contract to Inner City Action of Manteca, CA, in the amount of $ 297,430 to deliver outreach and temporary shelter for the CARE Homelessness Pilot Program; and

5. Authorize the Interim City Manager to take any actions necessary and appropriate to carry out the intent and purpose of this resolution.

RECOMMENDATION
812
City of Stockton
Legislation Text
File #: 25-0476, Version: 1

PRESENTATION ON PERSHING AVENUE UPDATE

RECOMMENDATION
No action is to be taken. Staff will provide information on Pershing Avenue traffic issues.

Summary
At the February 18, 2025, Council meeting, Councilmember Mario Enriquez requested an update on action taken to address the traffic issues along Pershing Avenue.

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PERSHING AVENUE

TRAFFIC SAFETY
UPDATE
Public Works Department
City Council Meeting
April 29, 2025
Council Agenda Item 15.3
814
Project Location
 Pershing Avenue from Brookside Road
to Fremont Street
815
Complete Street
 Implement a Road Diet to Reduce Speeding
 Create Safe Pedestrian Connections
 Create Protected Bicycle Lanes
 Pedestrian Improvements with Landscape
816
Complete Street – Road Diet
Before After
817
Areas of
Concern  Pershing Avenue Off-Ramp  Smith Canal and Calaveras River bridge structures  Calaveras River Trail Accesses  University of the Pacific  Stagg High School  Pacific Law Academy High School  Kohl Elementary  Walton Special Center School  Victory Park  Haggin Museum  Stockton Fire Station 6 818
Pershing Avenue -
Existing Conditions  Street Classification: Arterial  Four-Lane Roadway with Left Turn Pockets  Posted Speed Limit: 35 MPH
north of Calaveras River and 30
MPH south of Calaveras River  Traffic Volume Flow: 13,169 – 30,386 vehicles per day  Peak Hour Traffic: 8 AM & 4 PM  Truck Route: From Willow Street to Fremont Street  7 Existing Signals within Project Limits
35 MPH
TRUCK
ROUTE
30 MPH
819
Efforts to Date and
Ongoing Projects
 Coordination with Pershing Community
 Upsized and Installed Additional Speed
Limit Signs
 Installed 1 Radar Speed Feedback Sign –
Magnolia Street
 Signal Retiming to Accommodate
Pedestrian Crossing
 Restriped Lane Lines to Enhance
Visibility
 Restriped Crosswalks at Acacia and
Harding Intersections
 Police Department Speed Enforcement
 Facilitated Multiple Meetings with
Caltrans to Reduce Speed at the OffRamp
 Secured Funding for the HAWK Project
South Stockton Pedestrian
HAWK Improvements
North Pershing Avenue
Safety Enhancements
Alpine Pershing Mendocino
Bicycle-Pedestrian Connectivity
Aquatic Facilities Renovations –
Victory Park Pool
North Pershing Avenue
Safety Enhancements
I-5 Stockton Channel Viaduct Bridge
Improvements Project (Caltrans)
820
Timeline
 Community reached out to Public Works in 2021
 Advocated in 2024 at the One Voice D.C. Trip for funds for safety efforts  In 2025, City anticipates selection for federal Community Project Funding (earmark) award from Rep. Josh Harder
 Anticipate contract in May 2025 for Pershing Avenue Traffic Safety and Road Diet Study
 Anticipate funding in 2025 - Pershing Avenue Road Safety Improvement and Enhancement Project (PARSIEP)
821
Potential Grant Funding Programs for
Future Phases
 Highway Safety Improvement Program (HSIP)
 Congestion Mitigation and Air Quality (CMAQ)
 Active Transportation Program (ATP)
 Safe Streets and Roads for All (SS4A)
822
QUESTIONS?
823
City of Stockton
Legislation Text
File #: 25-0452, Version: 1
ADOPT AN ORDINANCE AMENDING TITLE 5 TO ADD CHAPTER 5.106, AND AMENDING CHAPTER 5.08, SECTION 5.08.280; AMENDING TITLE 8 TO ADD CHAPTER 8.70, AND AMENDING CHAPTER 8.56, SECTIONS 8.56.101, 8.56.030, AND 8.56.040; AMENDING TITLE 12, CHAPTER 12.56, SECTION 12.56.010; AND REPEALING TITLE 12, CHAPTER 12.76 OF THE

STOCKTON MUNICIPAL CODE REGARDING STREET AND SIDEWALK VENDOR REGULATIONS; AND A PUBLIC HEARING TO ADOPT A RESOLUTION APPROVING THE AMENDMENT TO THE FISCAL YEAR 2024-25 FEE SCHEDULE

RECOMMENDATION
It is recommended that the City Council:

1. Adopt an Ordinance amending Title 5 to add Chapter 5.106, and amending Chapter 5.08, Section 5.08.280 of the Stockton Municipal Code regarding street and sidewalk vendor regulations to comply with provisions of State Law enacted by Senate Bill 946 (2018);

2. Adopt an Ordinance amending Title 8 to add Chapter 8.70, and amending Chapter 8.56, Sections 8.56.101, 8.56.030, and 8.56.040; amending Title 12, Chapter 12.56, Section

12.56.010; and repealing Title 12, Chapter 12.76 of the Stockton Municipal Code regarding street and sidewalk vendor regulations to comply with provisions of State Law enacted by Senate Bill 946 (2018) and Senate Bill 972 (2022);

3. Adopt a Resolution approving an amendment to Fiscal Year 2024-25 Fee Schedule relating to street and sidewalk vendor fines; and

4. Authorize the City Manager, or designee, to take all appropriate and necessary actions to carry out the purpose and intent of the ordinances and resolution.

Summary
The proposed ordinances addresses the need to align the Stockton Municipal Code (SMC) with recent state legislation (SB 946 and SB 972) governing street vending. These state laws introduce new regulations, enforcement guidelines, and a new category of vendors (Compact Mobile Food Operations), requiring updates to the SMC to ensure compliance and clarity. The proposed amendments will address licensing and permitting requirements, operational standards, and enforcement procedures for street vendors and CMFOs. Additionally, the amendments will clarify permitted vending locations and ensure that penalties for violations are consistent with state law. By adopting these changes, the City of Stockton will provide a clear and consistent regulatory framework for street vending, fostering economic opportunities while safeguarding public health and safety.

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DISCUSSION
Background
State laws SB 946 (2018) and SB 972 (2022) significantly impacted regulations for street vendors across California. These laws aimed to promote entrepreneurship and economic opportunities for a wider segment of the population while ensuring public health and safety. Specifically, SB 946 standardized enforcement actions for street vending violations, limiting penalties to infractions and prohibiting more severe misdemeanor charges that could disproportionately impact vendors. SB 972 established Compact Mobile Food Operations (CMFOs) as a distinct category of vendors, recognizing their unique characteristics and operational needs compared to traditional food trucks and carts. The legislation also clarified that cities cannot completely prohibit vending in public spaces like parks and sidewalks, promoting greater access for vendors while still allowing for reasonable time, place, and manner restrictions to address potential concerns about congestion or public safety.

Furthermore, SB 946 introduced specific licensing and permitting requirements for street vendors, aiming to ensure proper registration and authorization while streamlining the process to reduce barriers to entry.

However, the SMC has not yet been updated to reflect these changes, creating potential conflicts and inconsistencies. This lack of alignment results in outdated enforcement measures that may be more punitive than allowed under state law, a complete absence of regulations for the newly established CMFO category, and ongoing conflicts between the SMC's restrictions on vending locations and the state's intent to promote greater access to public spaces. Additionally, the SMC needs to incorporate the specific licensing and permitting requirements outlined in SB 946 to ensure that street vendors are properly registered and operating within the bounds of the law. The proposed ordinance aims to comprehensively address these inconsistencies and bring the SMC into full compliance with state law, fostering a supportive and equitable environment for street vendors while safeguarding public health and safety.

Present Situation
The passage of SB 946 in 2018 significantly altered the regulatory framework for street vending in Stockton. By removing prohibitions on vending in public parks and sidewalks, the legislation led to a substantial increase in street vendor activity, particularly in popular areas like Angel Cruz Park and Victory Park. This increase presents both opportunities and challenges that the City must address.

Increased street vending offers several potential benefits. It can contribute to the local economy by providing entrepreneurship opportunities, particularly for individuals who may face barriers to traditional employment. It also expands consumer access to a diverse range of goods and services, often at more affordable prices than traditional retail establishments. Furthermore, street vendors can enhance the vibrancy and cultural richness of public spaces, offering unique culinary experiences and handcrafted items.

However, the rise in vending activity has also generated challenges. Increased traffic congestion and parking shortages have become more pronounced around popular vending locations, impacting residents and businesses in those areas. The accumulation of trash and debris, both from vendors and customers, has placed a greater burden on public services and raised concerns about City of Stockton Page 2 of 4 Printed on 4/23/2025
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environmental impacts. Moreover, the influx of vendors into public spaces not originally designed for intensive commercial use has resulted in damage to landscaping, irrigation systems, and other public infrastructure.

These challenges are further compounded by the current SMC’s outdated provisions. The lack of clear guidelines for vending locations, hours of operation, and waste disposal creates ambiguity for vendors and limits the City's ability to effectively manage vending activities. Outdated enforcement mechanisms may also be inconsistent with state law, hindering effective regulation. Additionally, the absence of specific regulations for CMFO’s leaves a regulatory gap that must be addressed.

To effectively address these challenges and capitalize on the potential benefits of street vending, the City must update its regulations to align with state law and reflect the current realities of street vending in Stockton. This requires developing comprehensive guidelines for permitted vending locations, hours of operation, and spatial restrictions. These guidelines should carefully balance the needs of vendors with the preservation of public spaces and the interests of surrounding businesses and residents, potentially through strategies such as designating specific vending zones, implementing time-based restrictions, and establishing clear standards for waste disposal and sanitation.

The proposed revisions to the SMC will ensure compliance with state law and enhance the regulatory framework for street vending. Creating new chapters within the SMC will provide clear and concise guidance to vendors, enabling them to operate in accordance with both state and local regulations.

These revisions will also address public health and safety concerns by incorporating provisions related to food preparation and allowing for greater collaboration between Neighborhood Services Section (NSS) inspectors and public health officials to address potential health violations.

Furthermore, the updated SMC will mitigate the impact of increased vending activity on public spaces. New provisions will address issues such as waste management, noise control, and the protection of public infrastructure. By amending and repealing outdated or irrelevant sections of the SMC, the City will ensure that the code accurately reflects current state law and provides a comprehensive and enforceable regulatory framework for street vending. This comprehensive approach will foster a balance between supporting economic opportunities for vendors and safeguarding the interests of the community.

Publication
The Notice for this public hearing was published in The Record on April 17, 2025.

FINANCIAL SUMMARY
There are no General Fund or Departmental costs associated with the adoption of the ordinances as drafted. If the ordinance is approved by the City council, staff will include the new fees in the current FY 2024-2025 fee schedule as an amendment. The proposed fees include:
· First Offense of Violation SMC 8.70.110(A) - $100
· Second Offense of Violation SMC 8.70.110(A) - $200
· Repeated failure to comply with SMC 8.70.110(A) within a single calendar year - $500 City of Stockton Page 3 of 4 Printed on 4/23/2025
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· First Offense of Violation SMC 8.70.110(B) - $250
· Second Offense of Violation SMC 8.70.110(B) - $500
· Repeated failure to comply with SMC 8.70.110(B) within a single calendar year - $1,000 · Public Property Use Fee - $60
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ATTACHMENT A
ORDINANCE NO. ________________
AN ORDINANCE AMENDING TITLE 5 TO ADD CHAPTER 5.106, AND AMENDING CHAPTER 5.08, SECTION 5.08.280 OF THE STOCKTON MUNICIPAL CODE REGARDING STREET AND SIDEWALK VENDOR REGULATIONS.

BE IT ORDAINED BY THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF STOCKTON, AS FOLLOWS:

SECTION I. FINDINGS AND INTENT.

On, or about, September 17, 2018, the California Legislature approved, and the Governor signed, Senate Bill 946, which created new provisions for the licensing, activities, and enforcement regulations relating to Street and Sidewalk Vendors throughout the State, regardless of whether the City is a General Law or Chartered City.

The provisions created by this Bill prohibit a municipality from forbidding Street and Sidewalk Vendors from operating, with certain exceptions, in public parks and upon public sidewalks. The Bill also authorizes municipalities to assess licensing rules and other regulations to ensure Street and Sidewalk Vendors comply with other State and Local licensing authorities. With an ever-growing number of Street and Sidewalk Vendors operating within the City since the new laws took effect, the City Council finds it necessary to incorporate these rules and regulations to ensure vendors are providing their services in a safe and sanitary manner, safeguard the health and safety of the general public being served by vendors, and create standards to protect public resources.

The proposed creation of this Chapter, and amendment of other existing code, will bring the City into compliance with changes in State Law, give Street and Sidewalk Vendors clear and concise direction for providing their services in accordance with State and Local regulations, and provide methods to preserve the public’s health, safety and enjoyment of public grounds where vendor activities occur. The provisions of this ordinance are intended to ensure compliance with Senate Bill 946 (signed into law on September 17, 2018).

SECTION II. AMENDMENT OF CODE.

Title 5, Chapter 5.106, titled, “STREET AND SIDEWALK VENDORS” is added to the Stockton Municipal Code and shall read as follows:

5.106.010 Purpose.

A. The purpose of this Chapter is to clearly provide persons that conduct, or plan to conduct, sidewalk and street vending operations with business license requirements pursuant to the State of California Government Code, section 51038, and other licensing requirements as provided in Title 5 of the Stockton Municipal Code (SMC).

B. Street and Sidewalk Vendor operational requirements and regulations are located in SMC 8.70 et seq.

5.106.020 Definitions.

The definitions herein are for the purpose of clarifying terms as they may appear within this Chapter. "Business" means and includes professions, trades, and occupations and all and every kind of calling whether or not carried on for profit.
“Compact mobile food operation” means a mobile food facility that operates from an individual or from a pushcart, stand, display, pedal-driven cart, wagon, showcase, rack, or other nonmotorized conveyance. "Designated Location" shall mean a specific location on a public sidewalk, park, or venue which has been allocated a permit by the City of Stockton for exclusive use in a vending operation. 828

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"Food" shall mean any type of edible substance or beverage. "Merchandise" shall mean any tangible item or good that is not food. “Park” shall mean the grounds areas of any public park, recreational facility, or venue owned or operated by the City of Stockton.
"Permit" shall mean a permit or license issued by the City of Stockton authorizing a vendor to conduct business within the city limits.
"Person or persons" shall mean one (1) or more natural persons, individuals, groups, businesses, business trusts, companies, corporations, joint ventures, joint stock companies, partnership, entities, associations, clubs or organizations composed of two (2) or more individuals (or the manager, lessee, agent, servant, officer or employee of any of them), whether engaged in business, nonprofit or any other activity. "Street" shall mean the portion of any county, state or public road or highway within the City of Stockton, which is utilized for motor vehicle or bicycle traffic, including any improved shoulder adjacent to traffic lanes. "Sidewalk" shall mean any surface in the public right-of-way intended for use by pedestrians, including walkways and pathways.
"Sidewalk/Street vendor" shall mean a person who sells food or merchandise from a pushcart, stand, display, pedal-driven cart, wagon, showcase, rack, or other non-motorized conveyance, or from one's person, upon a public sidewalk, pedestrian path, or park, including all roaming sidewalk vendors, stationary sidewalk vendors and compact mobile food operations.
"Stationary sidewalk vendor" shall mean a sidewalk vendor who vends from a fixed location. "Roaming vendor" shall mean a sidewalk vendor who moves from place to place and stops only long enough to complete a transaction.
"Vend" or "vending" means the sale of any goods, wares, merchandise, prepared, prepackaged, or unprepared, unpackaged food or foodstuffs of any kind from a pushcart, stand, display, pedal-driven cart, wagon, showcase, rack, or other nonmotorized conveyance, or from one's person, upon a public sidewalk, other pedestrian path, or park.
“Vendor” shall mean any person, business, organization, or establishment that sells merchandise or food products on the public right-of-way or a park. This includes any peddler as defined in SMC 5.08.260. "Vendors permit or license" shall mean a permit issued pursuant to the provisions of this Chapter to engage in sidewalk, street, or park vending activities.
“Venue” shall mean any location or operation owned by or operated by the City of Stockton.

5.106.030 Application.

A. A person desiring to engage in a vendor operation, as defined by this Chapter, shall submit a written application in a form acceptable to and with all supporting information required by the City of Stockton pursuant to SMC 5.04, Article II and Article III.

B. Such application shall be accompanied by a nonrefundable, nontransferable application fee in an amount as established by resolution of the City Council. Any such permit shall be required to be renewed annually and a separate nonrefundable, nontransferable application fee shall be paid yearly for such renewal application. Vendors must have the permit in their possession when vending. There must be at least one vendor with a valid permit on-site whenever vending is taking place.

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D. If the vendor is going to be operating in a park or a venue owned or operated by the City of Stockton, the vendor shall submit an indemnification statement in a manner approved by the City of Stockton Finance Department, releasing the City of any liability in conjunction with the vending operation.

E. If the vendor is going to be operating in a park, the vendor shall pay a Public Property Use Fee pursuant to SMC 8.70.050.

F. In addition to the above, pursuant to State of California Government Code, section 51038, at the time of application, a vendor shall submit the following:

1. A valid State of California Department of Tax and Fee Administration seller’s permit.

2. The name and current mailing address of the sidewalk vendor.

3. A description of the merchandise offered for sale or exchange.

4. A copy of a current San Joaquin County Environmental Health Department permit.

5. A certification by the vendor that to his or her knowledge and belief, the information contained on the license application form is true.

6. If the sidewalk vendor is an agent of an individual, company, partnership, or corporation, the name and business address of the principal.

7. If a social security number is obtained for business license purposes, the number collected shall not be available to the public for inspection, is confidential, and shall not be disclosed except as required to administer the permit or licensure program or comply with a state law or state or federal court order.

5.106.040 Regulations for sales.

It is unlawful for any person to vend, or attempt to engage in vending, or conduct any business for the purpose of vending from any sidewalk, park, or other venue without having obtained a business license.

5.106.050 Applicability of regulations to existing business.

The provisions of this chapter shall be applicable to all persons and businesses described herein whether the herein described activities were established before or after the effective date of the ordinance codified in this chapter.

5.106.050 Violation and Penalty.

Pursuant to State of California Government Code, section 51038, the penalty for violations of this Section shall be as follows:

A. An administrative fine not exceeding two hundred fifty dollars ($250) for a first violation.

B. An administrative fine not exceeding five hundred dollars ($500) for a second violation within one year of the first violation.

C. An administrative fine not exceeding one thousand dollars ($1,000) for each additional violation within one year of the first violation.

D. Upon proof of a valid permit having been issued the administrative fines set forth in this paragraph shall be reduced to the administrative fines set forth in paragraph A of this Section, respectively.

E. Failure to pay an administrative fine pursuant to this Section shall not be punishable as an infraction or misdemeanor. Additional fines, fees, assessments, or any other financial conditions beyond those authorized herein shall be prohibited.

5.160.060 Business License Revocation.

A. A vendor’s license may be revoked pursuant to the provisions set forth in SMC 5.04.220.

B. A vendor's license may be revoked pursuant to SMC 8.70.110.A.4.

5.106.070 Ability to Pay Determination.

In accordance with the provisions set forth in Government Code, section 51039(f), the City of Stockton shall take into consideration of a person’s ability to pay an administrative fine as follows:
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A. Any fine issued under this Chapter will be accompanied by a notice of and instruction regarding a person's right to request an ability-to-pay determination. A person may request an ability-to-pay determination at adjudication or while the judgment remains unpaid, including when a case is delinquent or has been referred to a collection program.

B. If a person is receiving public benefits under California Government Code section 68632(a), or has a monthly income which is 125 percent or less than the current poverty guidelines updated periodically in the Federal Register by the United States Department of Health and Human Services, the person's administrative fine is limited to twenty (20) percent of the amount assessed.

C. The City of Stockton may also take the following actions:

1. Allow the person to complete community service in lieu of paying the total administrative fine.

2. Waive the administrative fine.

3. Offer an alternative disposition.

5.106.080 Administration and Enforcement.

A. The provisions of this Chapter shall be administrated by the City of Stockton Finance Department.

B. Compliance with the provisions of this Chapter may be enforced by the City of Stockton Police Department, Neighborhood Services Section.

SECTION III. AMENDMENT OF CODE.

Title 5, Chapter 5.08, Section 5.08.280 of the Stockton Municipal Code is hereby amended and shall read as follows:

5.08.280 Soliciting or peddling in public places—Times and place limitations.

A. It is unlawful for any person, firm, or corporation engaged in selling or distributing any goods, wares or services to stop, stand or park on or along a public street, or sidewalk or public park other than as allowed in Chapter 8.70 of this Code or as permitted by Government Code section 51036for a period of more than 30 minutes without moving to a new location at least 100 feet removed therefrom.

B. Congestion. It is unlawful for any peddler, or vendor to operate in a place where such operation will create a traffic hazard.

C. In no case shall any peddler or vendor operate within:

1. Three hundred feet of any school grounds, prior to 4:00 p.m. on any day when school is in session; or

2. One hundred feet of any street intersection controlled by traffic light or stop sign.

CD. Exemption. This section shall not apply to the sale or distribution of any newspaper, flyer, or handbill. (Prior code § 6-034.23)
SECTION IX. SEVERABILITY.

If any section, subsection, subdivision, paragraph, sentence, clause, or phrase of this article or any part thereof is for any reason held to be unconstitutional or invalid or ineffective by any court of competent jurisdiction, such decision shall not affect the validity or effectiveness of the remaining portions of this article or any part thereof. The City Council hereby declares that it would have passed each section, subsection, subdivision, paragraph, sentence, clause, or phrase thereof irrespective of the fact that any one or more sections, subsections, subdivisions, paragraphs, sentences, clauses or phrases be declared unconstitutional or invalid.
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SECTION X. EFFECTIVE DATE.

This ordinance shall take full force and effect 30 days after its passage.

ADOPTED: ____________________
EFFECTIVE: ____________________
______________________________

CHRISTINA FUGAZI
Mayor of the City of Stockton
ATTEST:
______________________________

KATHERINE ROLAND, CMC, CPMC
City Clerk of the City of Stockton
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ORDINANCE NO. ________________
AN ORDINANCE AMENDING TITLE 8 TO ADD CHAPTER 8.70, AND AMENDING CHAPTER 8.56, SECTIONS 8.56.010, 8.56.030, AND 8.56.040; AND AMENDING TITLE 12, CHAPTER 12.56, SECTION

12.56.010, AND REPEALING TITLE 12, CHAPTER 12.76 OF THE STOCKTON MUNIICPAL CODE TO COMPLY WITH STATE LAW REGARDING STREET AND SIDEWALK VENDORS.

BE IT ORDAINED BY THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF STOCKTON, AS FOLLOWS:

SECTION I. FINDINGS AND INTENT.

On, or about, September 17, 2018, and September 23, 2022, the California Legislature approved, and the Governor signed, Senate Bill 946 and 972, respectively, which created new provisions for the licensing, activities, and enforcement regulations relating to Street and Sidewalk Vendors throughout the State, regardless of whether the City is a General Law or Chartered City. The provisions created by these Bills prohibit a municipality from forbidding Street and Sidewalk Vendors from operating, within certain limitations, in public parks and upon public sidewalks. With an ever-growing number of Street and Sidewalk Vendors operating within the City since the new laws took effect, the City Council finds it necessary to incorporate rules and regulations to ensure vendors are providing their services in a safe and sanitary manner, safeguard the health and safety of the general public being served by vendors, and create standards to protect public resources.

The proposed creation of this Chapter, and the amending and repealing of other existing code, will bring the City into compliance with changes in State Law, give Street and Sidewalk Vendors clear and concise direction for providing their services in accordance with State and Local regulations, and provide methods to preserve the public’s health, safety and enjoyment of public grounds where vendor activities occur. Creation of this Chapter will also afford the City the ability to mitigate some of the negative impacts to public parks that will be impacted by pedestrian traffic and activities that were not originally intended, or designed, for such locations.

The provisions of this chapter are intended to ensure compliance with Senate Bill 946 (signed into law on September 17, 2018), and Senate Bill 972 (signed into law on September 23, 2022).

SECTION II. AMENDMENT OF CODE.

Title 8, Chapter 8.70, titled, “SALE OF FOOD PRODUCTS AND MERCHANDISE BY STREET AND SIDEWALK VENDORS” is added to the Stockton Municipal Code and shall read as follows:

8.70.010 Purpose.

A. Regulation of the sale of food and merchandise on public sidewalks will benefit the City by promoting entrepreneurship, while ensuring the protection of the public health, safety, and welfare.

B. The city council finds that the vending of produce, meat, and other prepared or prepackaged foods, goods, and wares on sidewalks, the public right-of-way, and parks poses special conditions that may potentially impact the public health, safety, and welfare of the residents of the City of Stockton. The requirements set forth by this Chapter are necessary to ensure vending operations do not adversely impact the public welfare, that food vendors adhere to State and County public health requirements, and there are free and safe flows of vehicular and pedestrian traffic in the public right-of-way where vendors are conducting their business.

C. The city council further finds that parks and nature areas are a finite and valuable resource within the city. Public parks are designed and maintained to support the recreational activities for which they were intended and have inadequate facilities such as restrooms, water, sanitary services, and pedestrian and vehicle traffic flow necessary to support commercial vending activities. It is the purpose and intent of the city council, in enacting this Chapter, to protect the health, safety, and welfare of the public by regulating the use of parks, nature areas, and recreation facilities, to ensure 833

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the public's use and enjoyment of natural resources and recreational opportunities and prevent an undue concentration of commercial activities that unreasonably interfere with the intended use of the parks, but not infringe on a person’s right to pursue economic opportunities afforded to them by law.

D. Street and Sidewalk Vendor Business Licensing requirements and regulations are located in SMC

5.106 et seq.

8.70.020 Definitions.

The definitions herein are for the purpose of clarifying terms within this Chapter. “Compact Mobile Food Operation” means a mobile food facility that operates from an individual or from a pushcart, stand, display, pedal-driven cart, wagon, showcase, rack, or other nonmotorized conveyance. "Designated Location" shall mean a specific location on a public sidewalk, park, or venue which has been allocated a permit by the City of Stockton for exclusive use in a vending operation. "Food" shall mean any type of edible substance or beverage. “Health Officer” shall mean the San Joaquin County Health Officer, or the assigned City Health Officer, and their designated personnel.
"Merchandise" shall mean any tangible items or goods that are not food. “Park” shall mean the grounds areas of any public park, recreational facility, or venue owned or operated by the City of Stockton.
"Permit" shall mean a permit or license issued by the City of Stockton authorizing a vendor to conduct business within the city limits, as allowed by this Chapter and SMC 5.106. “Peddler’ see ‘Vendor’.
"Person or Persons" shall mean one (1) or more natural persons, individuals, groups, businesses, business trusts, companies, corporations, joint ventures, joint stock companies, partnership, entities, associations, clubs or organizations composed of two (2) or more individuals (or the manager, lessee, agent, servant, officer or employee of any of them), whether engaged in business, nonprofit or any other activity. "Street" shall mean the portion of any county, state or public road or highway within the City of Stockton, which is utilized for motor vehicle or bicycle traffic, including any improved shoulder adjacent to traffic lanes. "Sidewalk" shall mean any surface in the public right-of-way intended for use by pedestrians, including walkways and pathways.
"Sidewalk/Street Vendor" shall mean a person who sells food or merchandise from a pushcart, stand, display, pedal-driven cart, wagon, showcase, rack, or other non-motorized conveyance, or from one's person, upon a public sidewalk, pedestrian path, or park, including all roaming sidewalk vendors, stationary sidewalk vendors and compact mobile food operations.
"Stationary Sidewalk Vendor" shall mean a sidewalk vendor who vends from a fixed location. "Roaming Vendor" shall mean a sidewalk vendor who moves from place to place and stops only long enough to complete a transaction.
"Vend" or "Vending" means the sale of any goods, wares, merchandise, prepared, prepackaged, or unprepared, unpackaged food or foodstuffs of any kind from a pushcart, stand, display, pedal-driven cart, 834

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wagon, showcase, rack, or other nonmotorized conveyance, or from one's person, upon a public sidewalk, other pedestrian path, or park.
“Vendor” shall mean any person, business, organization, or establishment that sells merchandise or food products on the public right-of-way or a park. This includes any peddler as defined in SMC 5.08.260. "Vendors Permit or License" shall mean a permit issued pursuant to the provisions of this Chapter to engage in sidewalk, street, or park vending activities.
“Venue” shall mean any location owned by or operated by the City of Stockton.

SMC 8.70.030 Regulations of Sales.

It shall be unlawful for any person to vend, or attempt to engage in vending, or conduct any business for the purpose of vending upon a public sidewalk, other pedestrian path, park, or public recreational area within the City of Stockton except in accordance with all applicable provisions of this Chapter.

SMC 8.70.040 Business License and Health Permit Requirements.

A. Any person, business, or organization desiring to engage in vending, as defined by this Chapter, shall submit a written application for a business license to the city manager or designee in a form acceptable to and with all fees and supporting information required by the City of Stockton pursuant to SMC 5.04, SMC 5.16, and SMC 5.106.

B. Any vendor that sells food products shall obtain a permit pursuant to any State of California and/or the San Joaquin Department of Environmental Health requirements. If said permit(s) are required, a copy of the permit(s) shall be submitted at the time of application of a City of Stockton business license.

C. The sidewalk vendor shall display, in plain view at all times, a current business license and any required County Health Permit and applicable inspection stickers in or on their pushcart, stand, display, pedal-driven cart, wagon, showcase, rack, or other nonmotorized conveyance.

D. Any vendor found to be operating without having first obtained a business license, or within a park without having paid a public property use fee pursuant to SMC 8.70.050, may be assessed an administrative fine as provide in SMC 8.70.110.B.

E. A vendor permit may be suspended or revoked pursuant to SMC 8.70.110.A.4 and SMC 5.106.

SMC 8.70.050 Public Property Use Fee.

Any vendor who conducts, or plans to conduct, vending activities upon any portion of a park, or a sidewalk adjacent to any park, shall pay to the City of Stockton a Public Property Use Fee in the amount as determined by resolution of the city council from time to time. Public Property Use Fees shall be payable at the time business license fees are due. Should a vendor decide after having already obtained a business license without paying to operate in a park or sidewalk adjacent to a park, the vendor shall pay to the City of Stockton, in the full annual amount, the cost of the use fee prior to operating thereon. The purpose of the fees shall be to mitigate the effects of additional and unordinary traffic upon landscaped park surfaces and the increased use of park systems and facilities by persons that otherwise would not be using those facilities, as well as the use of the park and its facilities by vendors themselves; a use which was never originally intended, or designed, for such locations. The proceeds from this use fee shall be allocated to the Public Works Department for the purposes of addressing the additional costs of maintenance, repair, and replacement of damaged landscaping, sprinklers, and other affected ancillary systems and facilities. Any vendor found to be operating in a location described herein without having paid the required use fee shall be guilty of a violation of this Section.

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A. Any vending cart, pushcart, stand, display, pedal-driven cart, wagon, showcase, rack, or other nonmotorized conveyance shall not exceed five feet by seven feet (5'x 7') in dimension and, when vending in a park, auxiliary equipment associated with a vending activity shall not impede upon a park surface more than ten feet (10’) from the edge any adjacent sidewalk and shall not be attached or affixed to any lamp post, parking meter, picnic table, fire hydrant, tree, plant, bench, or trash can.

B. No vending shall prohibit mobility upon the right-of-way in accordance with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA).

C. No vending activity shall encroach on private property without written consent of the property owner.

D. No vending activity shall be conducted on a sidewalk unless there is a five foot (5’) clear space for pedestrian passage.

E. No person shall install, use, or maintain any vending equipment that projects onto, into, or over any sidewalk or parkway when such installation, use, or maintenance endangers the safety of persons or property, or when such site or location is being used for public utility purposes, public transportation purposes or other governmental use.

F. No sidewalk vendor shall obstruct or cause to be obstructed the passage of any sidewalk, street, avenue, alley, or any other public place, by causing people to congregate at or near the place where goods, wares, foods, or merchandise of any kind are being sold or offered for sale.

G. No cords, hoses, extension cords, pipes, or other objects may lie on or across any portion of a sidewalk, or vendor premise walkway in a manner that may cause a trip hazard.

H. No canopy, cover, or other form of overhang shall be installed or placed in or around a vending premise, except wherein a canopy is required by the Health Official pursuant to provisions of the State of California Health and Safety Code (HSC). When a canopy is required, it shall not exceed ten feet by ten feet (10’x10’), shall be temporary in nature, and shall be installed in a manner that high winds will not dislodge the cover from the premise, without the use of stakes, rods, or other devices that penetrate landscaped areas when installed on park grounds. No canopy, cover or other form of overhang shall be erected, or rest, upon the required five feet (5’) of clear space required for pedestrian passage.

I. No tables, chairs, fences, or other site furniture or structures, (permanent or otherwise) or any freestanding signs shall be permitted on or adjacent to the premise, except for tables and/or stands to display products, and chairs for no more than the number of persons, on-site, for the purpose of operating the vending activity. Any advertisement of merchandise shall be attached to the vending cart, pushcart, stand, display, pedal-driven cart, wagon, showcase, merchandise rack, or other nonmotorized conveyance.

J. All vending operations shall be self-sufficient, and no vendor shall connect any water, electrical, or mechanical lines, cords, hoses, or pipes, to any utility owned or controlled by the City of Stockton or to services on a private property regardless of the vendor having written consent to conduct business thereon. This includes but is not limited to connections to receptacles, spickets, transformers, generators, and gas connections.

K. All vending operations shall be equipped with refuse containers large enough to contain all refuse generated by the vending operations. Vendors shall pick up all refuse generated by such operation within a twenty-five-foot (25’) radius of the operation before the vendor changes location and/or discontinues business for the day. No vendor shall dispose of any trash or refuse in any public or private trash receptacle other than a trash receptacle owned, operated, or otherwise provided by and under the control of such vendor.

L. No vendor shall use any type of portable generators including but not limited to emergency, inverters, and recreational or commercial grade generators.

M. No vending operation shall utilize charcoal or wood burning elements.

N. Unless written authorization has been obtained from the City of Stockton Fire Department, the use of open-flame devices and equipment shall be prohibited.

O. Other than clean water, no vendor shall discharge or release any items or materials, whether they be solids or liquids, onto the sidewalk, street, gutter, storm drain, or upon any public or private property. 836

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P. All vendor operations shall comply with the California Health and Safety Code regarding the availability of adequate toilet, handwashing facilities, and equipment sanitation for use by food service personnel.

Q. No vendor shall park any vehicle or trailer on a sidewalk or landscaped area of a park or any landscaped portion of private property.

R. No vendor shall sell alcohol, marijuana, adult-oriented material, tobacco products, products that contain nicotine or any product used to smoke/vape nicotine or marijuana.

S. No vendor shall conduct business through the passenger compartment or bed of a truck that is parked on a public right-of-way.

T. No vendor shall conduct transactions with persons in moving vehicles or vehicles illegally parked or illegally stopped in the public right-of-way.

U. All vendors are subject to the provisions of the State of California Vehicle Code and shall not obstruct the flow or pattern of traffic on a public right-of-way when loading and unloading merchandise from or into their vehicle.

V. No vendor shall approach or engage in the sale of food or merchandise, and shall not interfere in any way, with anyone engaged in an activity within a park.

W. No vending operation shall be left unattended or stored on public property.

X. No vendor shall emit a noise that constitutes a nuisance pursuant to the Stockton Municipal Code, Chapter 8.20 et seq.

Y. Vending of personal services is strictly prohibited. This includes but is not limit to, boot camps, massage services, yoga, dog training, tickets to sporting and entertainment events, sport and fitness classes, and any electioneering, except were allowed pursuant to the provisions of the State of California Elections Code.

Z. Upon request of any police officer, peace officer, community service officer, health officer, code enforcement officer, or any other public official assigned for the purpose of enforcing any portion of this Chapter, a vendor shall produce a valid form of identification.

8.70.070 Restricted Vending Locations.

A vendor may locate and operate upon a public sidewalk, pedestrian path, or public park, subject to the following conditions:

A. No vendor shall operate within 1,000 feet of:

1. An area designated for a temporary special permit issued by the City of Stockton provided that any notice, business interruption mitigation, or other rights provided to affected businesses or property owners under the City of Stockton’s temporary special permit are also provided to any sidewalk vendors specifically permitted to operate in the area, if applicable. For purposes of this paragraph, a temporary special permit is a permit issued by the City of Stockton for the temporary use of, or encroachment on, the sidewalk or other public area, including, but not limited to, an encroachment permit, special event permit, or temporary event permit, for purposes including, but not limited to, filming, parades, or outdoor concerts. A prohibition of sidewalk vendors pursuant to this paragraph shall only be effective for the limited duration of the temporary special permit.

2. A permitted certified farmers’ market or a permitted swap meet during the limited operating hours of that certified farmers’ market or swap meet. A “certified farmers’ market” means a location operated in accordance with Chapter 10.5 (commencing with Section 47000) of Division 17 of the Food and Agricultural Code and any regulations adopted pursuant to that Chapter. A “swap meet” means a location operated in accordance with Article 6 (commencing with Section 21660) of Chapter 9 of Division 8 of the Business and Professions Code, and any regulations adopted pursuant to that article.

B. No vendor shall operate within 300 feet of:

1. Any freeway or highway entrance or exit.

2. Any portion of a public or private golf course.
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3. Any portion of Banner Island Ballpark, or Adventist Health Arena, or those facilities where they are located as the name may change from time to time.

4. Any designated Transportation Center (bus, train, trolley, etc.).

5. Any portion of a school site prior to 4:00 p.m. on any day when school is in session.

6. Any entrance of a recreational facility, library, youth service center, or senior center.

7. Any building, bathroom, or playground within a park.

8. Any park, venue, or facility owned or operated by the City of Stockton where there exists a signed agreement for concessions that exclusively permits the sale of food or merchandise therein to one or more concessionaire.

9. Any food or merchandise establishment during that establishment’s regular hours of business.

C. No vendor shall operate within 100 feet of:

1. Any other vending or food wagon operation.

2. Any controlled or uncontrolled intersection or alley entry.

3. Any ‘No-Parking’ Zone.

4. Any fountain, statue, monument, or art installation.

5. Any automated teller machine (ATM).

6. The property of any church, chapel, synagogue, mosque, or any other type of ‘house of worship’, between one hour prior and one hour following a regularly scheduled time of service, wedding, funeral, or any other normally recognized religious function of that particular place of worship, without the expressed permission of the person(s) in control of the facility.

7. The entry of any funeral parlor, chapel, mortuary, or any other type of business operating for the purpose of honoring and/or celebrating a death, between one hour prior to and one hour after the scheduled time of the service, without the expressed permission of the person(s) in control of the facility.

D. No vendor shall operate within 50 feet of:

1. Any bus stop, bus shelter or taxi stand.

2. Any entry or exit from a parking lot, parking garage, strip mall, or shopping center.

3. Any marked pedestrian crossing.

4. Any fire hydrant.

E. No vendor shall conduct business on, or at:

1. Any park, venue, or facility owned or operated by the City of Stockton where there exists a signed agreement for concessions that exclusively permits the sale of food or merchandise therein.

2. Other than on an adjoining sidewalk or area designated in Section 8.70.060.A, no vending shall be conducted on any pathway, sidewalk, or other area, beyond the entrance of a park or venue owned or operated by the City of Stockton.

3. Any parking stall or designated parking area.

4. Any City of Stockton maintenance facility or storage area.

5. Any area within 25 feet of a public street curb that has been designated by the City as a yellow, white, blue, or red zone.

6. Any tree well or planting strip.

7. Any area zoned exclusively residential.

8.70.080 Exemptions.

A. Any person engaged in vending conducted in connection with the operations of a state-certified openair market or an authorized street fair or event under a special event permit, lease, real property license, agreement, or other entitlements issued by the City of Stockton.

B. Any person delivering any goods by vehicle where such goods have been ordered in advance for such delivery from any business located at a permanent location and which goods are being delivered from such location to the customer by vehicle, regardless of the point of sale.

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8.70.090 Hours of Operation.

In addition to the provision already stated within Chapter 8.70, a sidewalk vendor must also comply with regulations specific to the following types of land uses:

A. Residential Use Area

1. Other than roaming vendors, vending is prohibited in areas zoned exclusively residential.

2. Roaming vendors shall limit hours of operation from 8:00 AM to 5:00 PM of any given day.

B. Commercial Use Area

1. Permitted hours of operation shall not begin any earlier or continue any later than the normal business hours of any other business or use on the same street.

2. No vendor shall conduct operations within 300 feet of a residence located within a commercial zone.

C. Industrial Use Zone

1. Permitted hours of operation shall not begin any earlier or continue any later than the normal business hours of any other business or use on the same street.

2. No vendor shall conduct operations within 300 feet of a residence located within a commercial zone.

D. Public Parks
A. No vending shall be conducted within a park except during the park’s posted operational hours. If the park has no posted operational hours, vending operation shall not commence prior to sunrise and shall be completed no later than sunset of that same day.

SMC 8.70.100 Applicability of Regulations to Existing Businesses.

The provisions of this chapter shall be applicable to all persons and businesses described herein whether the herein described activities were established before or after the effective date of the ordinance enacting this Chapter into law.

SMC 8.70.110 Administrative Penalties.

In accordance with the provisions set forth in the State of California Government Code, section 51039, administrative penalties may be assessed as follows:

A. Violations of SMC 8.70.060 through SMC 8.70.090 may be assessed a fine of:

1. An administrative fine not exceeding one hundred dollars ($100) for a first violation.

2. An administrative fine not exceeding two hundred dollars ($200) for a second violation within one year of the first violation.

3. An administrative fine not exceeding five hundred dollars ($500) for each additional violation within one year of the first violation.

4. Upon the fourth violation within one year of the first violation, the vendor permit may be suspended for the remaining term of the permit.

B. Violations of SMC 8.70.040 and SMC 8.70.050 may be assessed a fine of:

1. An administrative fine not exceeding two hundred fifty dollars ($250) for a first violation.

2. An administrative fine not exceeding five hundred dollars ($500) for a second violation within one year of the first violation.

3. An administrative fine not exceeding one thousand dollars ($1,000) for each additional violation within one year of the first violation.
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4. Upon proof of a valid permit having been issued the administrative fines set forth in this paragraph shall be reduced to the administrative fines set forth in paragraph A of this Section, respectively.

C. Failure to pay an administrative fine pursuant to this Section shall not be punishable as an infraction or misdemeanor. Additional fines, fees, assessments, or any other financial conditions beyond those authorized in paragraphs A and B shall be prohibited.

SMC 8.70.120 Ability to Pay Determination.

In accordance with the provisions set forth in Government Code, section 51039(f) the City of Stockton shall take into consideration of a person’s ability to pay an administrative fine as follows:

A. Any fine issued under this chapter will be accompanied by a notice of and instruction regarding a person's right to request an ability-to-pay determination. A person may request an ability-to-pay determination at adjudication or while the judgment remains unpaid, including when a case is delinquent or has been referred to a collection program.

B. If a person is receiving public benefits under California Government Code Section 68632(a), or has a monthly income which is 125 percent or less than the current poverty guidelines updated periodically in the Federal Register by the United States Department of Health and Human Services, the person's administrative fine is limited to twenty percent (20%) of the amount assessed.

C. The City of Stockton may also take the following actions:

1. Allow the person to complete community service in lieu of paying the total administrative fine.

2. Waive the administrative fine.

3. Offer an alternative disposition.

SMC 8.70.130 Enforcement.

A. The provisions of this Chapter shall be enforced by the City of Stockton, Police Department, Neighborhood Services Section.

B. When applicable, provisions of the California Health and Safety Code, as it pertains to the handling, processing, serving, and other aspects of food safety, shall be enforceable, and issued notice, by the San Joaquin County Environmental Health Department or City assigned Health Officer and his/her designee.

C. Failure to comply with the correction of a violation previously cited by the San Joaquin County Environmental Health Department may be cited by a City of Stockton Code Enforcement Officer in subsequent notices.

D. Violations of the California Vehicle Code shall be enforced by the applicable law enforcement agency upon the location where the violation exists.

SECTION III. AMENDMENT OF CODE
Title 8, Chapter 8.56, Section 8.56.010 of the Stockton Municipal Code is hereby amended and shall read as follows:

8.56.010 Sale of fruits, vegetables, dairy products, etc., from wagons—Unlawful.

A. It is unlawful for farmers, hucksters or vendorsThe sale of fruits, vegetables, fish, dairy produce and poultry to and display ofand sell such goods, wares and merchandise to the passing public in, or from, wagons , vehicles or portable stands upon the streets or sidewalks of the City shall be in accordance with Chapter 8.70 of this Code.

A.B. The sale and display of such goods from a vehicle shall be in accordance with this Chapter. (Prior code § 7-001)
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SECTION IV. AMENDMENT OF CODE
Title 8, Chapter 8.56, Section 8.56.030 of the Stockton Municipal Code is hereby amended and shall read as follows:

8.56.030 Prohibiting sale of food for human consumption from wagons or any other vehicles within three hundred feet of any school, park or playground, etc.

It is unlawful for any person, firm or corporation owning, driving or having control of any wagon or vehicle used in or for carrying on the business of a peddler of fruits, buttermilk, milk, soda water, or any other beverage, ice cream, bread, crackers, cakes, pies, confections, sandwiches, meats, or other edibles intended for use as food for human consumption, to sell, give away, or dispose of any of the articles above named to any person or persons on any street, alley, lane, way or public place within a radius of 300 feet of any school, park, playground or City or Metropolitan Park and Recreation Commission operated recreation center whereupon that facility has an existing concession permit or special events permit as authorized by Section 8.70.080.A of this Code.
(Prior code § 7-001.2)
SECTION V. AMENDMENT OF CODE.

Title 8, Chapter 8.56, Section 8.56.040 of the Stockton Municipal Code is hereby amended and shall read as follows:

8.56.040 Exceptions.

The provisions of Section 8.56.030 of this cCode shall not apply to sale of beverages or foodstuffs set out in said section sold at games and events held or conducted at schools, parks or playgrounds, etc., providing a written special events permit shall first be obtained from the City Manager. (Prior code § 7-001.3)
SECTION VI. AMENDMENT OF CODE
Title 12, Chapter 12.56, Section 12.56.010 of the Stockton Municipal Code is hereby amended and shall read as follows:

12.56.010 Unlawful acts in public parks.

Within the limits of any park of the City and within the limits of any park, now owned or to be hereafter owned by the City outside the limits of the City, it is unlawful for any person, firm or corporation to do any of the acts hereinafter specified, and the Community Service Officers and police trainees the Police Officers are hereby empowered to arrest a person whenever the Community Service Police Officers and police trainees have reasonable cause to believe the person to be arrested has committed in his or her presence the acts hereinafter specified:

A. To cut, break, injure, deface, or disturb any plant, rock, building, cage, pen, monument, fence, bench, or other structure, apparatus, or property; or to pluck, pull up, cut, take or remove any shrub, bush, plant or flower; or to mark or write upon any building, monument, fence, bench, or other structure; or to carry any flowers, shrubs, or branches into or through the park.

B. To cut or remove any wood, turf, grass, soil, rock, sand or gravel.

C. To post, place or erect any bill, notice, paper, or advertising device or matter of any kind. 841

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D. To sell, or offer for sale any merchandise, article or thing whatsoever, or to conduct any class, special event, or tournament whether or not for profit, without a special event permit. Such permit shall be carried by the vendor, or the party conducting such class, event or tournament at all times that such party is within a City park for the purpose of such sale or activity.

E. To willfully tamper with, or damage any water or gas pipe, hydrant, stopcock, sewer, basin, or other construction in any park.

F. To carry or discharge any firearm, air gun or slingshot.

G. To make or kindle a fire except in picnic stoves provided for that purpose, or to camp, except in places designated as such by the City Manager.

H. To ride or drive any horse or other animal or any motorized vehicle, cycle, or scooter elsewhere than on the roads or drives provided for such purpose, or to drive a motor vehicle in an erratic or hazardous manner on any park roads, paths or parking areas.

I. To indulge in riotous, threatening, or indecent conduct, or abusive, threatening, profane, or indecent language.

J. To enter, remain, stay or loiter in the swimming pools in the public parks or the enclosures surrounding said pools at any time when said pools are not open to the public, with a lifeguard on duty.

K. To retrieve and abscond with balls hit, thrown or rolled over, under or through the fences or stands enclosing an athletic area.

L. To play or engage in model airplane flying, radio controlled or non-radio controlled model powerboat operation or the use of any other power driven or noise producing hobby or recreational device, driving of golf balls, archery, hardball or any similar games of a hazardous nature, except at such places and times as shall be specifically established by the Director of Parks and Recreation.

M. To throw or place on or in any park any paper, rubbish, garbage, or refuse matter of any kind.

N. To enter, remain, stay or loiter on the playing area, roughs and lagoons of any golf course or golf driving range without first having purchased a valid admission ticket to such course or range having been authorized by the person in charge to enter such course or range.

O. To enter, remain, stay or loiter on any portion of any golf driving range other than a designated tee area.

P. To possess any beverage container made of glass in any City park or playground or to bring, carry, or transport any beverage container made of glass into any City park or playground. (Prior code 5-022; Ord. 007-07 C.S. § 3)
SECTION VII. AMENDMENT OF CODE.

Title 12, Chapter 12.76 of the Stockton Municipal Code, titled “SOLICITING ON PUBLIC STREETS – PROHIBITED” is hereby repealed in its entirety:

12.76.010 Soliciting on public streets—Prohibited.

It is unlawful for any person to solicit on any public street or sidewalk, park or other public place, or in any doorway or entranceway immediately abutting thereon, within the City of Stockton, State of California, the sale of any subscription to any magazine, periodical or other publication for delivery at a subsequent time. (Prior code § 5-114)
SECTION IX. SEVERABILITY.

If any section, subsection, subdivision, paragraph, sentence, clause, or phrase of this article or any part thereof is for any reason held to be unconstitutional or invalid or ineffective by any court of competent jurisdiction, such decision shall not affect the validity or effectiveness of the remaining portions of this article or any part thereof. The City Council hereby declares that it would have passed each section, subsection, subdivision, paragraph, sentence, clause, or phrase thereof irrespective of the fact that any one or more sections, subsections, subdivisions, paragraphs, sentences, clauses or phrases be declared unconstitutional or invalid.
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SECTION X. EFFECTIVE DATE.

This ordinance shall take full force and effect 30 days after its passage.

ADOPTED: ____________________
EFFECTIVE: ____________________
______________________________

CHRISTINA FUGAZI
Mayor of the City of Stockton
ATTEST:
______________________________

KATHERINE ROLAND, CMC, CPMC
City Clerk of the City of Stockton
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ORDINANCE NO. ________________
AN ORDINANCE AMENDING TITLE 5 TO ADD CHAPTER 5.106, AND AMENDING CHAPTER 5.08, SECTION 5.08.280 OF THE STOCKTON MUNICIPAL CODE REGARDING STREET AND SIDEWALK VENDOR REGULATIONS.

BE IT ORDAINED BY THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF STOCKTON, AS FOLLOWS:

SECTION I. FINDINGS AND INTENT.

On, or about, September 17, 2018, the California Legislature approved, and the Governor signed, Senate Bill 946, which created new provisions for the licensing, activities, and enforcement regulations relating to Street and Sidewalk Vendors throughout the State, regardless of whether the City is a General Law or Chartered City.

The provisions created by this Bill prohibit a municipality from forbidding Street and Sidewalk Vendors from operating, with certain exceptions, in public parks and upon public sidewalks. The Bill also authorizes municipalities to assess licensing rules and other regulations to ensure Street and Sidewalk Vendors comply with other State and Local licensing authorities. With an ever-growing number of Street and Sidewalk Vendors operating within the City since the new laws took effect, the City Council finds it necessary to incorporate these rules and regulations to ensure vendors are providing their services in a safe and sanitary manner, safeguard the health and safety of the general public being served by vendors, and create standards to protect public resources.

The proposed creation of this Chapter, and amendment of other existing code, will bring the City into compliance with changes in State Law, give Street and Sidewalk Vendors clear and concise direction for providing their services in accordance with State and Local regulations, and provide methods to preserve the public’s health, safety and enjoyment of public grounds where vendor activities occur. The provisions of this ordinance are intended to ensure compliance with Senate Bill 946 (signed into law on September 17, 2018).

SECTION II. AMENDMENT OF CODE.

Title 5, Chapter 5.106, titled, “STREET AND SIDEWALK VENDORS” is added to the Stockton Municipal Code and shall read as follows:

5.106.010 Purpose.

A. The purpose of this Chapter is to clearly provide persons that conduct, or plan to conduct, sidewalk and street vending operations with business license requirements pursuant to the State of California Government Code, section 51038, and other licensing requirements as provided in Title 5 of the Stockton Municipal Code (SMC).

B. Street and Sidewalk Vendor operational requirements and regulations are located in SMC 8.70 et seq.

5.106.020 Definitions.

The definitions herein are for the purpose of clarifying terms as they may appear within this Chapter. "Business" means and includes professions, trades, and occupations and all and every kind of calling whether or not carried on for profit.
“Compact mobile food operation” means a mobile food facility that operates from an individual or from a pushcart, stand, display, pedal-driven cart, wagon, showcase, rack, or other nonmotorized conveyance. "Designated Location" shall mean a specific location on a public sidewalk, park, or venue which has been allocated a permit by the City of Stockton for exclusive use in a vending operation. 844
"Food" shall mean any type of edible substance or beverage. "Merchandise" shall mean any tangible item or good that is not food. “Park” shall mean the grounds areas of any public park, recreational facility, or venue owned or operated by the City of Stockton.
"Permit" shall mean a permit or license issued by the City of Stockton authorizing a vendor to conduct business within the city limits.
"Person or persons" shall mean one (1) or more natural persons, individuals, groups, businesses, business trusts, companies, corporations, joint ventures, joint stock companies, partnership, entities, associations, clubs or organizations composed of two (2) or more individuals (or the manager, lessee, agent, servant, officer or employee of any of them), whether engaged in business, nonprofit or any other activity. "Street" shall mean the portion of any county, state or public road or highway within the City of Stockton, which is utilized for motor vehicle or bicycle traffic, including any improved shoulder adjacent to traffic lanes. "Sidewalk" shall mean any surface in the public right-of-way intended for use by pedestrians, including walkways and pathways.
"Sidewalk/Street vendor" shall mean a person who sells food or merchandise from a pushcart, stand, display, pedal-driven cart, wagon, showcase, rack, or other non-motorized conveyance, or from one's person, upon a public sidewalk, pedestrian path, or park, including all roaming sidewalk vendors, stationary sidewalk vendors and compact mobile food operations.
"Stationary sidewalk vendor" shall mean a sidewalk vendor who vends from a fixed location. "Roaming vendor" shall mean a sidewalk vendor who moves from place to place and stops only long enough to complete a transaction.
"Vend" or "vending" means the sale of any goods, wares, merchandise, prepared, prepackaged, or unprepared, unpackaged food or foodstuffs of any kind from a pushcart, stand, display, pedal-driven cart, wagon, showcase, rack, or other nonmotorized conveyance, or from one's person, upon a public sidewalk, other pedestrian path, or park.
“Vendor” shall mean any person, business, organization, or establishment that sells merchandise or food products on the public right-of-way or a park. This includes any peddler as defined in SMC 5.08.260. "Vendors permit or license" shall mean a permit issued pursuant to the provisions of this Chapter to engage in sidewalk, street, or park vending activities.
“Venue” shall mean any location or operation owned by or operated by the City of Stockton.

5.106.030 Application.

A. A person desiring to engage in a vendor operation, as defined by this Chapter, shall submit a written application in a form acceptable to and with all supporting information required by the City of Stockton pursuant to SMC 5.04, Article II and Article III.

B. Such application shall be accompanied by a nonrefundable, nontransferable application fee in an amount as established by resolution of the City Council. Any such permit shall be required to be renewed annually and a separate nonrefundable, nontransferable application fee shall be paid yearly for such renewal application. Vendors must have the permit in their possession when vending. There must be at least one vendor with a valid permit on-site whenever vending is taking place. 845
C. A vendor must obtain a background check in pursuant to SMC 5.08.260.

D. If the vendor is going to be operating in a park or a venue owned or operated by the City of Stockton, the vendor shall submit an indemnification statement in a manner approved by the City of Stockton Finance Department, releasing the City of any liability in conjunction with the vending operation.

E. If the vendor is going to be operating in a park, the vendor shall pay a Public Property Use Fee pursuant to SMC 8.70.050.

F. In addition to the above, pursuant to State of California Government Code, section 51038, at the time of application, a vendor shall submit the following:

1. A valid State of California Department of Tax and Fee Administration seller’s permit.

2. The name and current mailing address of the sidewalk vendor.

3. A description of the merchandise offered for sale or exchange.

4. A copy of a current San Joaquin County Environmental Health Department permit.

5. A certification by the vendor that to his or her knowledge and belief, the information contained on the license application form is true.

6. If the sidewalk vendor is an agent of an individual, company, partnership, or corporation, the name and business address of the principal.

7. If a social security number is obtained for business license purposes, the number collected shall not be available to the public for inspection, is confidential, and shall not be disclosed except as required to administer the permit or licensure program or comply with a state law or state or federal court order.

5.106.040 Regulations for sales.

It is unlawful for any person to vend, or attempt to engage in vending, or conduct any business for the purpose of vending from any sidewalk, park, or other venue without having obtained a business license.

5.106.050 Applicability of regulations to existing business.

The provisions of this chapter shall be applicable to all persons and businesses described herein whether the herein described activities were established before or after the effective date of the ordinance codified in this chapter.

5.106.050 Violation and Penalty.

Pursuant to State of California Government Code, section 51038, the penalty for violations of this Section shall be as follows:

A. An administrative fine not exceeding two hundred fifty dollars ($250) for a first violation.

B. An administrative fine not exceeding five hundred dollars ($500) for a second violation within one year of the first violation.

C. An administrative fine not exceeding one thousand dollars ($1,000) for each additional violation within one year of the first violation.

D. Upon proof of a valid permit having been issued the administrative fines set forth in this paragraph shall be reduced to the administrative fines set forth in paragraph A of this Section, respectively.

E. Failure to pay an administrative fine pursuant to this Section shall not be punishable as an infraction or misdemeanor. Additional fines, fees, assessments, or any other financial conditions beyond those authorized herein shall be prohibited.

5.160.060 Business License Revocation.

A. A vendor’s license may be revoked pursuant to the provisions set forth in SMC 5.04.220.

B. A vendor's license may be revoked pursuant to SMC 8.70.110.A.4.

5.106.070 Ability to Pay Determination.
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In accordance with the provisions set forth in Government Code, section 51039(f), the City of Stockton shall take into consideration of a person’s ability to pay an administrative fine as follows:

A. Any fine issued under this Chapter will be accompanied by a notice of and instruction regarding a person's right to request an ability-to-pay determination. A person may request an ability-to-pay determination at adjudication or while the judgment remains unpaid, including when a case is delinquent or has been referred to a collection program.

B. If a person is receiving public benefits under California Government Code section 68632(a), or has a monthly income which is 125 percent or less than the current poverty guidelines updated periodically in the Federal Register by the United States Department of Health and Human Services, the person's administrative fine is limited to twenty (20) percent of the amount assessed.

C. The City of Stockton may also take the following actions:

1. Allow the person to complete community service in lieu of paying the total administrative fine.

2. Waive the administrative fine.

3. Offer an alternative disposition.

5.106.080 Administration and Enforcement.

A. The provisions of this Chapter shall be administrated by the City of Stockton Finance Department.

B. Compliance with the provisions of this Chapter may be enforced by the City of Stockton Police Department, Neighborhood Services Section.

SECTION III. AMENDMENT OF CODE.

Title 5, Chapter 5.08, Section 5.08.280 of the Stockton Municipal Code is hereby amended and shall read as follows:

5.08.280 Soliciting or peddling in public places—Times and place limitations.

A. It is unlawful for any person, firm, or corporation engaged in selling or distributing any goods, wares or services to stop, stand or park on or along a public street, sidewalk or public park other than as allowed in Chapter 8.70 of this Code or as permitted by Government Code section 51036.

B. Congestion. It is unlawful for any peddler or vendor to operate in a place where such operation will create a traffic hazard.

C. Exemption. This section shall not apply to the sale or distribution of any newspaper, flyer, or handbill. (Prior code § 6-034.23)
SECTION IX. SEVERABILITY.

If any section, subsection, subdivision, paragraph, sentence, clause, or phrase of this article or any part thereof is for any reason held to be unconstitutional or invalid or ineffective by any court of competent jurisdiction, such decision shall not affect the validity or effectiveness of the remaining portions of this article or any part thereof. The City Council hereby declares that it would have passed each section, subsection, subdivision, paragraph, sentence, clause, or phrase thereof irrespective of the fact that any one or more sections, subsections, subdivisions, paragraphs, sentences, clauses or phrases be declared unconstitutional or invalid.

SECTION X. EFFECTIVE DATE.

This ordinance shall take full force and effect 30 days after its passage. 847
ADOPTED: ____________________
EFFECTIVE: ____________________
______________________________

CHRISTINA FUGAZI
Mayor of the City of Stockton
ATTEST:
______________________________

KATHERINE ROLAND, CMC, CPMC
City Clerk of the City of Stockton
848
ORDINANCE NO. ________________
AN ORDINANCE AMENDING TITLE 8 TO ADD CHAPTER 8.70, AND AMENDING CHAPTER 8.56, SECTIONS 8.56.010, 8.56.030, AND 8.56.040; AND AMENDING TITLE 12, CHAPTER 12.56, SECTION

12.56.010, AND REPEALING TITLE 12, CHAPTER 12.76 OF THE STOCKTON MUNIICPAL CODE TO COMPLY WITH STATE LAW REGARDING STREET AND SIDEWALK VENDORS.

BE IT ORDAINED BY THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF STOCKTON, AS FOLLOWS:

SECTION I. FINDINGS AND INTENT.

On, or about, September 17, 2018, and September 23, 2022, the California Legislature approved, and the Governor signed, Senate Bill 946 and 972, respectively, which created new provisions for the licensing, activities, and enforcement regulations relating to Street and Sidewalk Vendors throughout the State, regardless of whether the City is a General Law or Chartered City. The provisions created by these Bills prohibit a municipality from forbidding Street and Sidewalk Vendors from operating, within certain limitations, in public parks and upon public sidewalks. With an ever-growing number of Street and Sidewalk Vendors operating within the City since the new laws took effect, the City Council finds it necessary to incorporate rules and regulations to ensure vendors are providing their services in a safe and sanitary manner, safeguard the health and safety of the general public being served by vendors, and create standards to protect public resources.

The proposed creation of this Chapter, and the amending and repealing of other existing code, will bring the City into compliance with changes in State Law, give Street and Sidewalk Vendors clear and concise direction for providing their services in accordance with State and Local regulations, and provide methods to preserve the public’s health, safety and enjoyment of public grounds where vendor activities occur. Creation of this Chapter will also afford the City the ability to mitigate some of the negative impacts to public parks that will be impacted by pedestrian traffic and activities that were not originally intended, or designed, for such locations.

The provisions of this chapter are intended to ensure compliance with Senate Bill 946 (signed into law on September 17, 2018), and Senate Bill 972 (signed into law on September 23, 2022).

SECTION II. AMENDMENT OF CODE.

Title 8, Chapter 8.70, titled, “SALE OF FOOD PRODUCTS AND MERCHANDISE BY STREET AND SIDEWALK VENDORS” is added to the Stockton Municipal Code and shall read as follows:

8.70.010 Purpose.

A. Regulation of the sale of food and merchandise on public sidewalks will benefit the City by promoting entrepreneurship, while ensuring the protection of the public health, safety, and welfare.

B. The city council finds that the vending of produce, meat, and other prepared or prepackaged foods, goods, and wares on sidewalks, the public right-of-way, and parks poses special conditions that may potentially impact the public health, safety, and welfare of the residents of the City of Stockton. The requirements set forth by this Chapter are necessary to ensure vending operations do not adversely impact the public welfare, that food vendors adhere to State and County public health requirements, and there are free and safe flows of vehicular and pedestrian traffic in the public right-of-way where vendors are conducting their business.

C. The city council further finds that parks and nature areas are a finite and valuable resource within the city. Public parks are designed and maintained to support the recreational activities for which they were intended and have inadequate facilities such as restrooms, water, sanitary services, and pedestrian and vehicle traffic flow necessary to support commercial vending activities. It is the purpose and intent of the city council, in enacting this Chapter, to protect the health, safety, and welfare of the public by regulating the use of parks, nature areas, and recreation facilities, to ensure the public's use and enjoyment of natural resources and recreational opportunities and prevent an 849
undue concentration of commercial activities that unreasonably interfere with the intended use of the parks, but not infringe on a person’s right to pursue economic opportunities afforded to them by law.

D. Street and Sidewalk Vendor Business Licensing requirements and regulations are located in SMC

5.106 et seq.

8.70.020 Definitions.

The definitions herein are for the purpose of clarifying terms within this Chapter. “Compact Mobile Food Operation” means a mobile food facility that operates from an individual or from a pushcart, stand, display, pedal-driven cart, wagon, showcase, rack, or other nonmotorized conveyance. "Designated Location" shall mean a specific location on a public sidewalk, park, or venue which has been allocated a permit by the City of Stockton for exclusive use in a vending operation. "Food" shall mean any type of edible substance or beverage. “Health Officer” shall mean the San Joaquin County Health Officer, or the assigned City Health Officer, and their designated personnel.
"Merchandise" shall mean any tangible items or goods that are not food. “Park” shall mean the grounds areas of any public park, recreational facility, or venue owned or operated by the City of Stockton.
"Permit" shall mean a permit or license issued by the City of Stockton authorizing a vendor to conduct business within the city limits, as allowed by this Chapter and SMC 5.106. “Peddler’ see ‘Vendor’.
"Person or Persons" shall mean one (1) or more natural persons, individuals, groups, businesses, business trusts, companies, corporations, joint ventures, joint stock companies, partnership, entities, associations, clubs or organizations composed of two (2) or more individuals (or the manager, lessee, agent, servant, officer or employee of any of them), whether engaged in business, nonprofit or any other activity. "Street" shall mean the portion of any county, state or public road or highway within the City of Stockton, which is utilized for motor vehicle or bicycle traffic, including any improved shoulder adjacent to traffic lanes. "Sidewalk" shall mean any surface in the public right-of-way intended for use by pedestrians, including walkways and pathways.
"Sidewalk/Street Vendor" shall mean a person who sells food or merchandise from a pushcart, stand, display, pedal-driven cart, wagon, showcase, rack, or other non-motorized conveyance, or from one's person, upon a public sidewalk, pedestrian path, or park, including all roaming sidewalk vendors, stationary sidewalk vendors and compact mobile food operations.
"Stationary Sidewalk Vendor" shall mean a sidewalk vendor who vends from a fixed location. "Roaming Vendor" shall mean a sidewalk vendor who moves from place to place and stops only long enough to complete a transaction.
"Vend" or "Vending" means the sale of any goods, wares, merchandise, prepared, prepackaged, or unprepared, unpackaged food or foodstuffs of any kind from a pushcart, stand, display, pedal-driven cart, wagon, showcase, rack, or other nonmotorized conveyance, or from one's person, upon a public sidewalk, other pedestrian path, or park.
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“Vendor” shall mean any person, business, organization, or establishment that sells merchandise or food products on the public right-of-way or a park. This includes any peddler as defined in SMC 5.08.260. "Vendors Permit or License" shall mean a permit issued pursuant to the provisions of this Chapter to engage in sidewalk, street, or park vending activities.
“Venue” shall mean any location owned by or operated by the City of Stockton.

SMC 8.70.030 Regulations of Sales.

It shall be unlawful for any person to vend, or attempt to engage in vending, or conduct any business for the purpose of vending upon a public sidewalk, other pedestrian path, park, or public recreational area within the City of Stockton except in accordance with all applicable provisions of this Chapter.

SMC 8.70.040 Business License and Health Permit Requirements.

A. Any person, business, or organization desiring to engage in vending, as defined by this Chapter, shall submit a written application for a business license to the city manager or designee in a form acceptable to and with all fees and supporting information required by the City of Stockton pursuant to SMC 5.04, SMC 5.16, and SMC 5.106.

B. Any vendor that sells food products shall obtain a permit pursuant to any State of California and/or the San Joaquin Department of Environmental Health requirements. If said permit(s) are required, a copy of the permit(s) shall be submitted at the time of application of a City of Stockton business license.

C. The sidewalk vendor shall display, in plain view at all times, a current business license and any required County Health Permit and applicable inspection stickers in or on their pushcart, stand, display, pedal-driven cart, wagon, showcase, rack, or other nonmotorized conveyance.

D. Any vendor found to be operating without having first obtained a business license, or within a park without having paid a public property use fee pursuant to SMC 8.70.050, may be assessed an administrative fine as provide in SMC 8.70.110.B.

E. A vendor permit may be suspended or revoked pursuant to SMC 8.70.110.A.4 and SMC 5.106.

SMC 8.70.050 Public Property Use Fee.

Any vendor who conducts, or plans to conduct, vending activities upon any portion of a park, or a sidewalk adjacent to any park, shall pay to the City of Stockton a Public Property Use Fee in the amount as determined by resolution of the city council from time to time. Public Property Use Fees shall be payable at the time business license fees are due. Should a vendor decide after having already obtained a business license without paying to operate in a park or sidewalk adjacent to a park, the vendor shall pay to the City of Stockton, in the full annual amount, the cost of the use fee prior to operating thereon. The purpose of the fees shall be to mitigate the effects of additional and unordinary traffic upon landscaped park surfaces and the increased use of park systems and facilities by persons that otherwise would not be using those facilities, as well as the use of the park and its facilities by vendors themselves; a use which was never originally intended, or designed, for such locations. The proceeds from this use fee shall be allocated to the Public Works Department for the purposes of addressing the additional costs of maintenance, repair, and replacement of damaged landscaping, sprinklers, and other affected ancillary systems and facilities. Any vendor found to be operating in a location described herein without having paid the required use fee shall be guilty of a violation of this Section.

SMC 8.70.060 Vending Premise and Equipment Conditions and Requirements.

A. Any vending cart, pushcart, stand, display, pedal-driven cart, wagon, showcase, rack, or other nonmotorized conveyance shall not exceed five feet by seven feet (5'x 7') in dimension and, when vending in a park, auxiliary equipment associated with a vending activity shall not impede upon a park surface more than ten feet (10’) from the edge any adjacent sidewalk and shall not be attached or affixed to any lamp post, parking meter, picnic table, fire hydrant, tree, plant, bench, or trash can. 851
B. No vending shall prohibit mobility upon the right-of-way in accordance with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA).

C. No vending activity shall encroach on private property without written consent of the property owner.

D. No vending activity shall be conducted on a sidewalk unless there is a five foot (5’) clear space for pedestrian passage.

E. No person shall install, use, or maintain any vending equipment that projects onto, into, or over any sidewalk or parkway when such installation, use, or maintenance endangers the safety of persons or property, or when such site or location is being used for public utility purposes, public transportation purposes or other governmental use.

F. No sidewalk vendor shall obstruct or cause to be obstructed the passage of any sidewalk, street, avenue, alley, or any other public place, by causing people to congregate at or near the place where goods, wares, foods, or merchandise of any kind are being sold or offered for sale.

G. No cords, hoses, extension cords, pipes, or other objects may lie on or across any portion of a sidewalk, or vendor premise walkway in a manner that may cause a trip hazard.

H. No canopy, cover, or other form of overhang shall be installed or placed in or around a vending premise, except wherein a canopy is required by the Health Official pursuant to provisions of the State of California Health and Safety Code (HSC). When a canopy is required, it shall not exceed ten feet by ten feet (10’x10’), shall be temporary in nature, and shall be installed in a manner that high winds will not dislodge the cover from the premise, without the use of stakes, rods, or other devices that penetrate landscaped areas when installed on park grounds. No canopy, cover or other form of overhang shall be erected, or rest, upon the required five feet (5’) of clear space required for pedestrian passage.

I. No tables, chairs, fences, or other site furniture or structures, (permanent or otherwise) or any freestanding signs shall be permitted on or adjacent to the premise, except for tables and/or stands to display products, and chairs for no more than the number of persons, on-site, for the purpose of operating the vending activity. Any advertisement of merchandise shall be attached to the vending cart, pushcart, stand, display, pedal-driven cart, wagon, showcase, merchandise rack, or other nonmotorized conveyance.

J. All vending operations shall be self-sufficient, and no vendor shall connect any water, electrical, or mechanical lines, cords, hoses, or pipes, to any utility owned or controlled by the City of Stockton or to services on a private property regardless of the vendor having written consent to conduct business thereon. This includes but is not limited to connections to receptacles, spickets, transformers, generators, and gas connections.

K. All vending operations shall be equipped with refuse containers large enough to contain all refuse generated by the vending operations. Vendors shall pick up all refuse generated by such operation within a twenty-five-foot (25’) radius of the operation before the vendor changes location and/or discontinues business for the day. No vendor shall dispose of any trash or refuse in any public or private trash receptacle other than a trash receptacle owned, operated, or otherwise provided by and under the control of such vendor.

L. No vendor shall use any type of portable generators including but not limited to emergency, inverters, and recreational or commercial grade generators.

M. No vending operation shall utilize charcoal or wood burning elements.

N. Unless written authorization has been obtained from the City of Stockton Fire Department, the use of open-flame devices and equipment shall be prohibited.

O. Other than clean water, no vendor shall discharge or release any items or materials, whether they be solids or liquids, onto the sidewalk, street, gutter, storm drain, or upon any public or private property.

P. All vendor operations shall comply with the California Health and Safety Code regarding the availability of adequate toilet, handwashing facilities, and equipment sanitation for use by food service personnel.

Q. No vendor shall park any vehicle or trailer on a sidewalk or landscaped area of a park or any landscaped portion of private property.

R. No vendor shall sell alcohol, marijuana, adult-oriented material, tobacco products, products that contain nicotine or any product used to smoke/vape nicotine or marijuana.

S. No vendor shall conduct business through the passenger compartment or bed of a truck that is parked on a public right-of-way.

T. No vendor shall conduct transactions with persons in moving vehicles or vehicles illegally parked or illegally stopped in the public right-of-way.
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U. All vendors are subject to the provisions of the State of California Vehicle Code and shall not obstruct the flow or pattern of traffic on a public right-of-way when loading and unloading merchandise from or into their vehicle.

V. No vendor shall approach or engage in the sale of food or merchandise, and shall not interfere in any way, with anyone engaged in an activity within a park.

W. No vending operation shall be left unattended or stored on public property.

X. No vendor shall emit a noise that constitutes a nuisance pursuant to the Stockton Municipal Code, Chapter 8.20 et seq.

Y. Vending of personal services is strictly prohibited. This includes but is not limit to, boot camps, massage services, yoga, dog training, tickets to sporting and entertainment events, sport and fitness classes, and any electioneering, except were allowed pursuant to the provisions of the State of California Elections Code.

Z. Upon request of any police officer, peace officer, community service officer, health officer, code enforcement officer, or any other public official assigned for the purpose of enforcing any portion of this Chapter, a vendor shall produce a valid form of identification.

8.70.070 Restricted Vending Locations.

A vendor may locate and operate upon a public sidewalk, pedestrian path, or public park, subject to the following conditions:

A. No vendor shall operate within 1,000 feet of:

1. An area designated for a temporary special permit issued by the City of Stockton provided that any notice, business interruption mitigation, or other rights provided to affected businesses or property owners under the City of Stockton’s temporary special permit are also provided to any sidewalk vendors specifically permitted to operate in the area, if applicable. For purposes of this paragraph, a temporary special permit is a permit issued by the City of Stockton for the temporary use of, or encroachment on, the sidewalk or other public area, including, but not limited to, an encroachment permit, special event permit, or temporary event permit, for purposes including, but not limited to, filming, parades, or outdoor concerts. A prohibition of sidewalk vendors pursuant to this paragraph shall only be effective for the limited duration of the temporary special permit.

2. A permitted certified farmers’ market or a permitted swap meet during the limited operating hours of that certified farmers’ market or swap meet. A “certified farmers’ market” means a location operated in accordance with Chapter 10.5 (commencing with Section 47000) of Division 17 of the Food and Agricultural Code and any regulations adopted pursuant to that Chapter. A “swap meet” means a location operated in accordance with Article 6 (commencing with Section 21660) of Chapter 9 of Division 8 of the Business and Professions Code, and any regulations adopted pursuant to that article.

B. No vendor shall operate within 300 feet of:

1. Any freeway or highway entrance or exit.

2. Any portion of a public or private golf course.

3. Any portion of Banner Island Ballpark, or Adventist Health Arena, or those facilities where they are located as the name may change from time to time.

4. Any designated Transportation Center (bus, train, trolley, etc.).

5. Any portion of a school site prior to 4:00 p.m. on any day when school is in session.

6. Any entrance of a recreational facility, library, youth service center, or senior center.

7. Any building, bathroom, or playground within a park.

8. Any park, venue, or facility owned or operated by the City of Stockton where there exists a signed agreement for concessions that exclusively permits the sale of food or merchandise therein to one or more concessionaire.

9. Any food or merchandise establishment during that establishment’s regular hours of business.

C. No vendor shall operate within 100 feet of:

1. Any other vending or food wagon operation.

2. Any controlled or uncontrolled intersection or alley entry. 853

3. Any ‘No-Parking’ Zone.

4. Any fountain, statue, monument, or art installation.

5. Any automated teller machine (ATM).

6. The property of any church, chapel, synagogue, mosque, or any other type of ‘house of worship’, between one hour prior and one hour following a regularly scheduled time of service, wedding, funeral, or any other normally recognized religious function of that particular place of worship, without the expressed permission of the person(s) in control of the facility.

7. The entry of any funeral parlor, chapel, mortuary, or any other type of business operating for the purpose of honoring and/or celebrating a death, between one hour prior to and one hour after the scheduled time of the service, without the expressed permission of the person(s) in control of the facility.

D. No vendor shall operate within 50 feet of:

1. Any bus stop, bus shelter or taxi stand.

2. Any entry or exit from a parking lot, parking garage, strip mall, or shopping center.

3. Any marked pedestrian crossing.

4. Any fire hydrant.

E. No vendor shall conduct business on, or at:

1. Any park, venue, or facility owned or operated by the City of Stockton where there exists a signed agreement for concessions that exclusively permits the sale of food or merchandise therein.

2. Other than on an adjoining sidewalk or area designated in Section 8.70.060.A, no vending shall be conducted on any pathway, sidewalk, or other area, beyond the entrance of a park or venue owned or operated by the City of Stockton.

3. Any parking stall or designated parking area.

4. Any City of Stockton maintenance facility or storage area.

5. Any area within 25 feet of a public street curb that has been designated by the City as a yellow, white, blue, or red zone.

6. Any tree well or planting strip.

7. Any area zoned exclusively residential.

8.70.080 Exemptions.

A. Any person engaged in vending conducted in connection with the operations of a state-certified openair market or an authorized street fair or event under a special event permit, lease, real property license, agreement, or other entitlements issued by the City of Stockton.

B. Any person delivering any goods by vehicle where such goods have been ordered in advance for such delivery from any business located at a permanent location and which goods are being delivered from such location to the customer by vehicle, regardless of the point of sale.

C. This chapter shall not apply to the sale or distribution of any newspaper, flier, or handbill.

8.70.090 Hours of Operation.

In addition to the provision already stated within Chapter 8.70, a sidewalk vendor must also comply with regulations specific to the following types of land uses:

A. Residential Use Area

1. Other than roaming vendors, vending is prohibited in areas zoned exclusively residential.

2. Roaming vendors shall limit hours of operation from 8:00 AM to 5:00 PM of any given day.

B. Commercial Use Area

1. Permitted hours of operation shall not begin any earlier or continue any later than the normal business hours of any other business or use on the same street.

2. No vendor shall conduct operations within 300 feet of a residence located within a commercial zone.
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C. Industrial Use Zone

1. Permitted hours of operation shall not begin any earlier or continue any later than the normal business hours of any other business or use on the same street.

2. No vendor shall conduct operations within 300 feet of a residence located within a commercial zone.

D. Public Parks
A. No vending shall be conducted within a park except during the park’s posted operational hours. If the park has no posted operational hours, vending operation shall not commence prior to sunrise and shall be completed no later than sunset of that same day.

SMC 8.70.100 Applicability of Regulations to Existing Businesses.

The provisions of this chapter shall be applicable to all persons and businesses described herein whether the herein described activities were established before or after the effective date of the ordinance enacting this Chapter into law.

SMC 8.70.110 Administrative Penalties.

In accordance with the provisions set forth in the State of California Government Code, section 51039, administrative penalties may be assessed as follows:

A. Violations of SMC 8.70.060 through SMC 8.70.090 may be assessed a fine of:

1. An administrative fine not exceeding one hundred dollars ($100) for a first violation.

2. An administrative fine not exceeding two hundred dollars ($200) for a second violation within one year of the first violation.

3. An administrative fine not exceeding five hundred dollars ($500) for each additional violation within one year of the first violation.

4. Upon the fourth violation within one year of the first violation, the vendor permit may be suspended for the remaining term of the permit.

B. Violations of SMC 8.70.040 and SMC 8.70.050 may be assessed a fine of:

1. An administrative fine not exceeding two hundred fifty dollars ($250) for a first violation.

2. An administrative fine not exceeding five hundred dollars ($500) for a second violation within one year of the first violation.

3. An administrative fine not exceeding one thousand dollars ($1,000) for each additional violation within one year of the first violation.

4. Upon proof of a valid permit having been issued the administrative fines set forth in this paragraph shall be reduced to the administrative fines set forth in paragraph A of this Section, respectively.

C. Failure to pay an administrative fine pursuant to this Section shall not be punishable as an infraction or misdemeanor. Additional fines, fees, assessments, or any other financial conditions beyond those authorized in paragraphs A and B shall be prohibited.

SMC 8.70.120 Ability to Pay Determination.

In accordance with the provisions set forth in Government Code, section 51039(f) the City of Stockton shall take into consideration of a person’s ability to pay an administrative fine as follows:

A. Any fine issued under this chapter will be accompanied by a notice of and instruction regarding a person's right to request an ability-to-pay determination. A person may request an ability-to-pay determination at adjudication or while the judgment remains unpaid, including when a case is delinquent or has been referred to a collection program.

B. If a person is receiving public benefits under California Government Code Section 68632(a), or has a monthly income which is 125 percent or less than the current poverty guidelines updated periodically in the Federal Register by the United States Department of Health and Human 855
Services, the person's administrative fine is limited to twenty percent (20%) of the amount assessed.

C. The City of Stockton may also take the following actions:

1. Allow the person to complete community service in lieu of paying the total administrative fine.

2. Waive the administrative fine.

3. Offer an alternative disposition.

SMC 8.70.130 Enforcement.

A. The provisions of this Chapter shall be enforced by the City of Stockton, Police Department, Neighborhood Services Section.

B. When applicable, provisions of the California Health and Safety Code, as it pertains to the handling, processing, serving, and other aspects of food safety, shall be enforceable, and issued notice, by the San Joaquin County Environmental Health Department or City assigned Health Officer and his/her designee.

C. Failure to comply with the correction of a violation previously cited by the San Joaquin County Environmental Health Department may be cited by a City of Stockton Code Enforcement Officer in subsequent notices.

D. Violations of the California Vehicle Code shall be enforced by the applicable law enforcement agency upon the location where the violation exists.

SECTION III. AMENDMENT OF CODE
Title 8, Chapter 8.56, Section 8.56.010 of the Stockton Municipal Code is hereby amended and shall read as follows:

8.56.010 Sale of fruits, vegetables, dairy products, etc., from wagons.

A. The sale of fruits, vegetables, fish, dairy produce and poultry and display of such goods, wares and merchandise to the passing public in, or from, wagons or portable stands upon the streets or sidewalks of the City shall be in accordance with Chapter 8.70 of this Code.

B. The sale and display of such goods from a vehicle shall be in accordance with this Chapter. (Prior code § 7-001)
SECTION IV. AMENDMENT OF CODE
Title 8, Chapter 8.56, Section 8.56.030 of the Stockton Municipal Code is hereby amended and shall read as follows:

8.56.030 Prohibiting sale of food for human consumption from wagons or any other vehicles within three hundred feet of any school, park or playground, etc.

It is unlawful for any person, firm or corporation owning, driving or having control of any wagon or vehicle used in or for carrying on the business of a peddler of fruits, buttermilk, milk, soda water, or any other beverage, ice cream, bread, crackers, cakes, pies, confections, sandwiches, meats, or other edibles intended for use as food for human consumption, to sell, give away, or dispose of any of the articles above named to any person or persons on any street, alley, lane, way or public place within a radius of 300 feet of any school, park, playground or City or Metropolitan Park and Recreation Commission operated recreation center whereupon that facility has an existing concession permit or special events permit as authorized by Section 8.70.080.A of this Code.
(Prior code § 7-001.2)
SECTION V. AMENDMENT OF CODE.
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Title 8, Chapter 8.56, Section 8.56.040 of the Stockton Municipal Code is hereby amended and shall read as follows:

8.56.040 Exceptions.

The provisions of Section 8.56.030 of this Code shall not apply to sale of beverages or foodstuffs set out in said section sold at games and events held or conducted at schools, parks or playgrounds, etc., providing a special events permit shall first be obtained from the City Manager. (Prior code § 7-001.3)
SECTION VI. AMENDMENT OF CODE
Title 12, Chapter 12.56, Section 12.56.010 of the Stockton Municipal Code is hereby amended and shall read as follows:

12.56.010 Unlawful acts in public parks.

Within the limits of any park of the City and within the limits of any park, now owned or to be hereafter owned by the City outside the limits of the City, it is unlawful for any person, firm or corporation to do any of the acts hereinafter specified, and the Police Officers are hereby empowered to arrest a person whenever the Police Officers have reasonable cause to believe the person to be arrested has committed in his or her presence the acts hereinafter specified:

A. To cut, break, injure, deface, or disturb any plant, rock, building, cage, pen, monument, fence, bench, or other structure, apparatus, or property; or to pluck, pull up, cut, take or remove any shrub, bush, plant or flower; or to mark or write upon any building, monument, fence, bench, or other structure; or to carry any flowers, shrubs, or branches into or through the park.

B. To cut or remove any wood, turf, grass, soil, rock, sand or gravel.

C. To post, place or erect any bill, notice, paper, or advertising device or matter of any kind.

D. To conduct any class, special event, or tournament whether or not for profit, without a special event permit. Such permit shall be carried by the vendor, or the party conducting such class, event or tournament at all times that such party is within a City park for the purpose of such sale or activity.

E. To willfully tamper with, or damage any water or gas pipe, hydrant, stopcock, sewer, basin, or other construction in any park.

F. To carry or discharge any firearm, air gun or slingshot.

G. To make or kindle a fire except in picnic stoves provided for that purpose, or to camp, except in places designated as such by the City Manager.

H. To ride or drive any horse or other animal or any motorized vehicle, cycle, or scooter elsewhere than on the roads or drives provided for such purpose, or to drive a motor vehicle in an erratic or hazardous manner on any park roads, paths or parking areas.

I. To indulge in riotous, threatening, or indecent conduct, or abusive, threatening, profane, or indecent language.

J. To enter, remain, stay or loiter in the swimming pools in the public parks or the enclosures surrounding said pools at any time when said pools are not open to the public, with a lifeguard on duty.

K. To retrieve and abscond with balls hit, thrown or rolled over, under or through the fences or stands enclosing an athletic area.

L. To play or engage in model airplane flying, radio controlled or non-radio controlled model powerboat operation or the use of any other power driven or noise producing hobby or recreational device, driving of golf balls, archery, hardball or any similar games of a hazardous nature, except at such places and times as shall be specifically established by the Director of Parks and Recreation.

M. To throw or place on or in any park any paper, rubbish, garbage, or refuse matter of any kind.

N. To enter, remain, stay or loiter on the playing area, roughs and lagoons of any golf course or golf driving range without first having purchased a valid admission ticket to such course or range having been authorized by the person in charge to enter such course or range. 857
O. To enter, remain, stay or loiter on any portion of any golf driving range other than a designated tee area.

P. To possess any beverage container made of glass in any City park or playground or to bring, carry, or transport any beverage container made of glass into any City park or playground. (Prior code 5-022; Ord. 007-07 C.S. § 3)
SECTION VII. AMENDMENT OF CODE.

Title 12, Chapter 12.76 of the Stockton Municipal Code, titled “SOLICITING ON PUBLIC STREETS – PROHIBITED” is hereby repealed in its entirety:

SECTION IX. SEVERABILITY.

If any section, subsection, subdivision, paragraph, sentence, clause, or phrase of this article or any part thereof is for any reason held to be unconstitutional or invalid or ineffective by any court of competent jurisdiction, such decision shall not affect the validity or effectiveness of the remaining portions of this article or any part thereof. The City Council hereby declares that it would have passed each section, subsection, subdivision, paragraph, sentence, clause, or phrase thereof irrespective of the fact that any one or more sections, subsections, subdivisions, paragraphs, sentences, clauses or phrases be declared unconstitutional or invalid.

SECTION X. EFFECTIVE DATE.

This ordinance shall take full force and effect 30 days after its passage.

ADOPTED: ____________________
EFFECTIVE: ____________________
______________________________

CHRISTINA FUGAZI
Mayor of the City of Stockton
ATTEST:
______________________________

KATHERINE ROLAND, CMC, CPMC
City Clerk of the City of Stockton
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Resolution No.

STOCKTON CITY COUNCIL
RESOLUTION TO APPROVE AMENDMENT TO THE FISCAL YEAR 2024-25 FEE SCHEDULE

RELATED TO STREET AND SIDEWALK VENDORS
In 2018 and 2022, the State Legislature passed separate bills addressing street and sidewalk vendors and their activities throughout the State. Senate Bill 946 (2018) and Senate Bill 972 (2022) regulate allowable enforcement measures for both General Law and Charter Cities; and
In an attempt to bring the Stockton Municipal Code (“SMC”) into compliance with State law, Stockton Police Department Neighborhood Services Section (“NSS”) reviewed current SMC provisions related to street and sidewalk vendors and found several areas for potential improvement; and
NSS has proposed several amendments to the current SMC to bring City enforcement of street and sidewalk vendors into compliance with State law; and The City seeks to implement fines consistent with State Law to curb street and sidewalk vending conducted in violation of the proposed amendments to the SMC and to amend the Public Works fee schedule for the recovery of costs for work created by the activities of vendors and their clients in public parks as allowed by the provisions of State Law; now, therefore,

BE IT RESOLVED BY THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF STOCKTON, AS FOLLOWS:

1. The City Council approves the amendment of the Fiscal Year 2024-25 Fee Schedule to create new fees concerning street and sidewalk vendors attached as Exhibits 1 and 2 and incorporated by this reference.

2. The City Manager is authorized to take whatever actions are necessary and appropriate to carry out the intent of this Resolution.

PASSED, APPROVED, and ADOPTED April 29, 2025 .

CHRISTINA FUGAZI
Mayor of the City of Stockton
ATTEST:

KATHERINE ROLAND, CMC CPMC
City Clerk of the City of Stockton
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EXHIBIT 1
FY 2024-25 Proposed New Fees

POLICE DEPARTMENT
Neighborhood Services Section
Description Reason Proposed Amount

STREET VENDORS
First Offense of Violation SMC 8.70.110 (A) Violations of SMC 8.70.060 through SMC 8.70.090 $100.00 Second Offense of Violation SMC 8.70.110 (A) Violations of SMC 8.70.060 through SMC 8.70.090 $200.00 Repeated failure to comply with SMC 8.70.110 (A)
within a single calendar year Violations of SMC 8.70.060 through SMC 8.70.090 $500.00 First Offense of Violation SMC 8.70.110 (B)
Second Offense of Violation SMC 8.70.110 (B)
Repeated failure to comply with SMC 8.70.110 (B)
within a single calendar
Division General Notes (Applicable to all fees)
Violations of SMC 8.70.040 through SMC 8.70.050
Violations of SMC 8.70.040 through SMC 8.70.050
Violations of SMC 8.70.040 through SMC 8.70.050
$250.00
$500.00
$1,000.00
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EXHIBIT 2
FY 2024-25 Proposed New Fee
Administrative Services Department
Business Licensing Division
Public Property Use Fee Pursuant to Stockton Municipal Code, Title 8, Chapter 8.70, Section 8.70.050, a fee to
mitigate maintenance and repairs of Public
Parks landscaping areas and features, irrigation
systems, and other ancillary park facilities that
may be damaged, disfigured, or destroyed, by
street vendors and their clients’ activities due to
Public Parks not being originally intended, or
designed, for such locations.
$60.00
The amount of this fee was determined by an analysis of expenses paid to contracted 3 rd parties for maintenance
costs related to damages withing public park areas caused by vendors, or their clientele, in calendar year 2023.

It does not take into account any additional Public Works employee manhours that may have been expended in relation to extraordinary servicing of park facilities (i.e., cleaning and dumping trash containers, cleaning bathrooms, removing graffiti, etc.) associated with vendor activities. 861

STREET AND SIDEWALK

VENDOR REGULATIONS
APRIL 29, 2025

CITY COUNCIL MEETING
AGENDA ITEM 16.1
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PURPOSE
To present proposed updates to the
Stockton Municipal Code (SMC)
concerning street and sidewalk vending,
aligning local regulations with recent
state legislation (SB 946 and SB 972).
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BACKGROUND
• The Legislation/Environmental Council
Committee Meeting held on March 24, 2025
• State laws SB 946 & SB 972 were signed into
law in 2018 and 2022.
• New laws establish regulations, enforcement
guidelines, and a new category of vendors
(Compact Mobile Food Operations or
CMFOs).
• Requires an update to the SMC to ensure
compliance and clarity.
• The Legislation/Environmental Council
Committee recommended bringing the
Ordinance to City Council for Approval
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KEY CHANGES
Licensing and Permitting
Operational Standards
CMFOs
Permitted Locations
Penalties
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STATE LAW &
LOCAL

CONTROL
Preemption: State laws like SB 946 and
SB 972 can preempt, or override, local
ordinances.

SB 946 and SB 972 Impacts:
• Limitations on Local Government Authority
• Enforcement Restrictions
• Sets Requirements for Licensing and
Permitting Procedures
Balancing Act: Local governments retain some
flexibility to regulate time, place, and manner of
vending to address local concerns such as traffic
congestion, noise, and public safety.
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BENEFITS OF
STREET

VENDING
• Provides entrepreneurship
opportunities
• Expands consumer access to a
diverse range of goods and
services
Economic Opportunities:
• Enhances the vibrancy and cultural
richness of public spaces
• Offers unique culinary experiences
and handcrafted items
Community Enhancement:
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CHALLENGES OF

INCREASED

VENDING
Traffic and
Parking
Environmental
Impact
Regulatory Gaps
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VENDING
IN
PUBLIC
PARKS
SB 946 prohibits cities from completely banning vending in public parks, recognizing their importance as public spaces for community gathering and economic activity. • Local Considerations: • Protecting park resources and visitor experiences • Managing potential conflicts with other park uses
• Ensuring accessibility for all park users
• Potential Solutions: • Designating specific vending zones within parks • Implementing time-based restrictions • Creating specific rules for waste disposal 869

PROPOSED
ORDINANCE:

KEY FEATURES
• Ensures consistency with SB 946 and SB 972
Compliance with State Law:
• Clear rules for vending locations, hours of
operation, and spatial restrictions
• Addresses waste management, noise control,
and protection of public infrastructure.

Comprehensive Guidelines:
• Establishes specific regulations for Compact
Mobile Food Operations
CMFO Regulations:
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ADDRESS
PUBLIC

CONCERNS
Carefully balance the needs of
vendors with the preservation of
public spaces
Balancing
Interests:

Incorporates provisions related to
food preparation, handling, and
storage
Public
Health and
Safety:

Provides clear and consistent
enforcement procedures Enforcement:
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NEW FEE SCHEDULE
• Introduces fees for violations and public property use, generating revenue to support enforcement and maintenance efforts, ensuring that vendors contribute to the costs associated with their operations. • Fees are structured to deter repeat violations and ensure that vendors contribute to the costs associated with their operations, promoting responsible vending practices.
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PROPOSED FEES
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PROPOSED FEES
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RECOMMENDATION
• It is recommended that the City Council:
• Adopt an Ordinance Amending SMC Titles 5, 8,
and 12 (specifically Chapters/Sections 5.08, 5.106,

8.56, 8.70, and 12.56)
• Repeal SMC Title 12, Chapter 12.76
• Adopt a Resolution approving amendments to
Fiscal Year 2024-25 Fee Schedule relating to
street and sidewalk vendor fines.
• Authorize the City Manager, or designee to take
all appropriate and necessary actions to carry
out the purpose and intent of the ordinances and
resolution.
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City of Stockton
Legislation Text
File #: 25-0481, Version: 1
PUBLIC HEARING TO APPROVE AND ADOPT THE 2025-2029 CONSOLIDATED PLAN, 2025- 2026 ANNUAL ACTION PLAN, COMMUNITY PARTICIPATION PLAN, LANGUAGE ACCESS PLAN, AND SECTION 3 PLAN FOR THE COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT BLOCK GRANT, HOME

INVESTMENT PARTNERSHIPS, AND EMERGENCY SOLUTIONS GRANTS PROGRAMS

RECOMMENDATION
It is recommended that, after the public hearing, the City Council adopt a resolution to:

1. Approve and adopt the 2025-2029 Consolidated Plan (Con Plan) for the Community Development Block Grant (CDBG), HOME Investment Partnerships (HOME), and Emergency Solutions Grants (ESG) Programs;

2. Approve and adopt the Community Participation Plan, Language Access Plan, and Section 3 Plan;

3. Approve and adopt the 2025-2026 Annual Action Plan (Action Plan) with the estimated Sources and Uses of Funds for the CDBG, HOME, and ESG Programs awarded by the U.S.

Housing and Urban Development Department (HUD), authorizing proportional adjustments to funding amounts based on the final HUD allocations;

4. Authorize the City Manager, or designee, to coordinate final revisions to the Con Plan and Action Plan to ensure that approved activities and all public comments received during the 30- day public comment period are included in the final Con Plan and Action Plan; and

5. Authorize the City Manager, or designee, to execute all documents and forward them to HUD, execute contracts with subrecipients, and to take whatever actions are necessary and appropriate to carry out the purpose and intent of the resolution.

Summary
The U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD) requires that jurisdictions prepare a Five-Year Consolidated Plan (Con Plan) every five years to receive federal Community Development Block Grant (CDBG), Home Investment Partnerships (HOME), and Emergency Solutions Grants (ESG) Program funding.

The purpose of the Con Plan is to create a five-year strategic plan that assesses affordable housing, community development needs, and market conditions with the goal of providing decent, affordable housing, a suitable living environment, and expanded economic opportunities for persons of low- to moderate-income.

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The Annual Action Plan (Action Plan) is the one-year plan that outlines how the City of Stockton will use HUD funding to address the priority needs and goals identified in the Con Plan. To participate in the CDBG, ESG, and HOME programs, federal statutes also require the creation of a Community Participation Plan, Language Access Plan, and Section 3 Plan.

As part of this process, the City Council must hold a public hearing to solicit comments regarding the priority needs, goals, and objectives of the proposed 2025-2029 Con Plan and the proposed activities and resources in the 2025-2026 Action Plan.

DISCUSSION
Background
The City of Stockton is designated as an entitlement community, enabling the receipt of federal CDBG, ESG, and HOME funds. As part of the process, HUD requires local jurisdictions to prepare a five-year Con Plan. The Con Plan identifies the priority needs within a community through outreach and market analysis, and establishes the goals and objectives that the jurisdiction will seek to accomplish during the five years using HUD funding. The Con Plan provides an assessment of local housing and community development needs, an analysis of current housing conditions, and a fiveyear strategy for addressing the identified needs. The last Con Plan was adopted in 2020 and informed the framework for Stockton’s proposed 2025-2029 Consolidated Plan, with the needs assessment data, market analysis, and priorities updated to reflect current conditions.

In preparation for developing the 2025-2029 Consolidated Plan, the City published a Request for Proposals (RFP) to identify and select a qualified firm to assist in the development of the Consolidated Plan and all associated tasks and plans. Grow America was selected as the top proponent and awarded the agreement in July 2024 by City Council (Attachment A - Approved Motion 2024-07-09-1207). The agreement with Grow America includes consulting services to develop all necessary plans and support any associated activities related to such plans.

COMMUNITY PARTICIPATION PLAN (CPP)
In accordance with HUD regulations (24 CFR 91.105), jurisdictions are required to adopt a Citizen Participation Plan that sets forth policies and procedures to engage the community in the development, implementation, and evaluation of HUD programs. The City’s current Citizen Participation Plan, now referred to as the Community Participation Plan, was first adopted in 1995 (Attachment B - Resolution No. 95-0199) and most recently revised in 2016 (Attachment C - 2016 Citizen Participation Plan).

LANGUAGE ACCESS PLAN (LAP)
In accordance with federal, state, and local law, specifically Executive Order 13166, HUD Limited English Proficiency (LEP) Guidance, and section 7290 et seq. of the California Government Code (the “Dymally-Alatorre Bilingual Services Act”), the City is required to establish effective guidelines for staff when providing services to or interact with persons with Limited English Proficiency (LEP) to ensure all persons have meaningful access to HUD programs and activities. Although Executive Order 13166 was recently rescinded by Executive Order 14224, removing the requirement to develop a Language Access Plan (LAP), one has been prepared for the City of Stockton’s HUD-funded programs.

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SECTION 3 PLAN
In accordance with the Housing and Urban Development Act of 1968 (12 U.S.C. 1701u) and regulated by the provisions of 24 CFR Part 75, the City is required to adopt a Section 3 Plan which ensures that, to the greatest extent feasible, jobs and economic opportunities generated by HUDfunded projects are provided to low-income persons, particularly those receiving housing assistance, and businesses that employ them.
2025-2029 CONSOLIDATED PLAN
The Consolidated Plan (Con Plan) sets forth the high-level goals and strategies related to the City’s entitlement funds (CDBG, HOME, and ESG) over a five-year period.

The following is an overview of each of the funding sources and a summary of program parameters.

Community Development Block Grant Program (CDBG)
CDBG is a flexible program that provides communities funding to address a wide range of unique community development needs that benefit low-income residents. Cities with more than 50,000 people and counties with a population of more than 200,000 are eligible to receive this funding from the federal government.

Each year, HUD determines the CDBG allocation using a formula that considers the total population, the number of persons in poverty, housing overcrowding, and the age of the housing stock within the jurisdiction.

CDBG funds are used for a wide range of activities, including but not limited to:
· Rehabilitation of residential and commercial property · Demolition
· Public facilities and infrastructure improvements
· Economic development
· Public services (up to 15% annually)
The primary eligibility requirement for each activity is that it must benefit low-income persons. HUD defines low-income as a household that is at or below 80% of the area median income (AMI), which in Stockton as of April 2024 is an annual income of $77,100 for a family of four.

A jurisdiction may spend up to 20% of its CDBG entitlement and program income on administrative costs, which are the costs associated with daily operations, such as staff costs, to administer programs, materials and supplies, training, and consultant services. CDBG Program Delivery includes costs attributed directly to projects, as well as project delivery hard costs, such as obtaining title reports and appraisals.

HOME Investment Partnership Program (HOME)
HOME funds must be used by local governments to create affordable housing for low-income households. HOME funds are awarded annually as formula grants to participating jurisdictions. The program allows states and local governments to use HOME funds to issue grants, direct loans, loan guarantees, or other forms of credit enhancement to eligible housing developers, as well as to offer City of Stockton Page 3 of 10 Printed on 4/23/2025
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homebuyer programs, homeowner rehabilitation programs, rental housing programs, and tenantbased rental assistance. The incomes of households benefitting from HOME funds must not exceed 80% of the AMI.

HUD regulations require that 15% of the City's HOME allocation be reserved for Community Housing Development Organizations (CHDO), which are community-based organizations that develop affordable housing.

A jurisdiction may spend up to 10% of its HOME entitlement and program income on administrative costs. Housing Program Delivery includes costs attributed to specific housing projects.

Emergency Solutions Grants Program (ESG)
The City uses ESG program funds to provide grant funding to local service providers to operate emergency shelters, provide homeless services, homeless prevention, rapid rehousing programs, and street outreach services. Funds may also be used for implementation of the required Homeless Management Information System (HMIS) and for administrative activities.

The emphasis of the ESG program is to help people regain stability with placement in permanent housing after experiencing a housing crisis and/or homelessness; therefore, HUD limits the amount of a jurisdiction's ESG grant that can be used for assistance to emergency shelters and street outreach to not more than 60%.

A jurisdiction may spend up to 7.5% of its ESG entitlement on administrative costs.

The draft Con Plan will cover fiscal years 2025-2026 through 2029-2030 and includes several components, including:
· Evaluation of demographic and housing trends;
· Identification of community needs over the next five years, with a focus on the needs and areas of low- and moderate-income persons;
· Strategies to address the City’s housing, public service, public infrastructure, and economic development needs; and
· Goals, metrics, and estimated funding amounts for various types of activities. 2025-2026 ANNUAL ACTION PLAN
To receive annual federal entitlement funds (CDBG, HOME, and ESG), HUD requires jurisdictions to prepare an Action Plan for each respective program year. The 2025-2026 Action Plan represents Year One of the 2025-2029 Consolidated Plan and identifies the specific projects and activities that the City will fund during the year to help accomplish the goals established in the City’s Five-Year Consolidated Plan. All proposed projects and activities were established to align with the City’s established goals and existing plans, HUD requirements, and best practices.

Community Input
The process of developing the Con Plan, Action Plan, and associated documents began in September 2024 with the deployment of a multi-pronged approach to seek and obtain meaningful feedback from members of the public, local agencies, and service providers. The community outreach and community participation process started in October 2024 and included a mix of inCity of Stockton Page 4 of 10 Printed on 4/23/2025 powered by Legistar™879
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person and online community meetings, a community needs survey, focus groups, consultations, and public meetings. This process was conducted in adherence to HUD’s Citizen Participation requirements.

A community needs survey (survey) was published on October 23, 2024, and was available online through January 17, 2025. The survey was available in paper format and online in both English and Spanish, with an interface that was easily accessible with a desktop, tablet, and mobile device. The survey was advertised on the City’s website; social media platforms; EDD mailing lists; listed on promotional flyers; posted in local community center bulletin boards; and presented at public meetings, stakeholder meetings, and focus groups. Staff also attended 13 existing community events and hosted an informational booth to share the Con Plan efforts, survey, and public meeting dates.

As a result of the outreach, staff received 609 survey responses.

During the outreach period, staff held seven public meetings to share the eligible uses of CDBG, HOME, and ESG funds; a poll on attendees’ top community concerns; a short discussion of local data on housing, economic development, and homelessness; and an opportunity for questions and answers. A public meeting was held in person in each district, and a virtual option was available to the public:
· November 6, 2024, at Weston Ranch Branch Library (Council District 6) · November 7, 2024, at Seifert Community Center (Council District 3) · November 13, 2024, at Oak Park Senior Center (Council District 4) · November 14, 2024, at McNair High School (Council District 1) · November 20, 2024, at Van Buskirk Community Center (Council District 5) · December 4, 2024, at Arnold Rue Community Center (Council District 2) · December 11, 2024, Virtual (City-wide)
Lastly, during the outreach period, one-on-one stakeholder consultations with local and regional service providers were conducted. Focus groups were held with affordable housing, homelessness services, economic development, and public service providers to gain insight into the needs of the local stakeholders and their client communities. The information gathered was used to help inform the goals and priorities of the Con Plan.

Present Situation
2025-2029 CONSOLIDATED PLAN
Through the planning process and with the insight provided by the survey, stakeholder meetings, focus groups, and public outreach, the City has identified four priority needs, six associated goals, and one additional goal to support all needs. These priorities and goals are outlined below and were framed to address the community needs conveyed by the community during public outreach (Attachment D - Draft 2025-2029 Consolidated Plan).

Priority Needs and Goals

1. Increase and Preserve Affordable Housing Opportunities Associated Goal 1: Development & Rehabilitate Affordable Housing Units

2. Reduce Homelessness
Associated Goal 2: Provide Funding for Service Providers to Prevent & Reduce Homelessness
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3. Resilient & Healthy Communities
Associated Goal 3: Resilient Infrastructure & Public Facilities Associated Goal 4: Healthy Neighborhoods & Residents

4. Strengthen Local Economy
Associated Goal 5: Support Businesses
Associated Goal 6: Increase Access to Economic Opportunity Goal Supporting All Needs: Compliance
Within each associated goal, the Con Plan outlines the outcomes that the City will plan to achieve over the five-year period. For example, Goal 1 seeks to construct 250 new multifamily rental units, facilitate the acquisition of 25 units, rehabilitate 155 multifamily rental units, and rehabilitate 25 owner -occupied housing units.

An entirely new goal framework for the 2025-2029 Consolidated Plan is the inclusion of Goal 3:

Resilient Infrastructure & Public Facilities. This goal was established to enable CDBG funds to be deployed to address infrastructure and public facilities’ needs, such as curb, gutter, and sidewalk installation, environmental cleanups, and other eligible activities to benefit low-income residents and neighborhoods.
2025-2026 ANNUAL ACTION PLAN
Based on the community’s feedback and the City’s current efforts, the 2025-2026 Action Plan proposes the following activities, projects, and programs to achieve the goals identified in the Con Plan (Attachment E - Draft 2025-2026 Annual Action Plan).

Goal 1 - Develop & Rehabilitate Affordable Housing Units: Programs to help preserve, improve, and expand the supply of decent affordable housing for lower-income households include the SingleFamily Home Loan Repair Program, Emergency Home Repair Program, and the annual CDBG Housing Loan Program. These efforts, which are funded by CDBG and HOME, aim to support the preservation by providing financial assistance to low-income single-family homeowners and to support the development of new affordable housing units by providing needed gap funding to affordable housing developers.

Goal 2 - Provide Services to Prevent & Reduce Homelessness: Efforts to provide housing and supportive services for the City’s homeless population including emergency, transitional, and permanent supportive shelter, as well as rapid rehousing and homelessness prevention, are funded through the annual Public Services Notice of Funding of Availability (NOFA). The 2025-2026 NOFA received 15 CDBG applications and 8 ESG applications and were subject to a two-tiered review process for eligibility (Attachment F - CDBG / ESG Applications and Recommendations):

1. A technical review and risk assessment where a staff committee reviewed all applications to determine compliance with stringent HUD regulations including consideration of the following:
conflict of interest within the organization, applicant staff experience with HUD/federal grants, organization audits and findings, grant match or leverage, current organizational policies and procedures, fiscal operations with internal controls, separation of duties, and past performance with City HUD grants. Of the 15 CDBG applicants, 5 applications were deemed eligible for the next level of review, and of the 8 ESG applications, 4 were deemed eligible for the next level of review.

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2. The second tier consisted of the scoring of eligible applications by an EDD staff subcommittee using an intricate and objective scoring system. Scoring of the application focused on areas such as project design, project budget, organization experience and capacity, past performance, and general compliance (for returning applicants), alignment with local and City Plans, and collaboration with local service providers. Scoring results were then presented to the Community Development Committee (CDC) during a public meeting on February 19, 2025, where the eligible applicants that met the NOFA scoring threshold provided a presentation to the CDC. The CDC then scored each applicant’s presentation and had the ability to modify EDD staff committee scoring as outlined in the NOFA guidelines. Final scoring results and funding recommendations were presented to the CDC on March 26, 2025, and are included in the 2025-2026 Annual Action Plan Sources and Uses.

Goal 3 - Resilient Infrastructure & Public Facilities: Prioritizing the maintenance and improvements of publicly owned facilities and infrastructure, such as neighborhood parks, community centers, streets, sidewalks, ADA accessibility, and other assets that serve low-income residents is a goal. During the 2025-2026 program year, EDD staff will work with Public Works (PW) Department staff on the use of up to $1 million of CDBG funding to address infrastructure improvements, including but not limited to curbs, gutters, sidewalks, and/or antiquated water and sewer lines in eligible low-income residential areas of the City.

Goal 4 - Healthy Neighborhoods & Residents: Ensures the provision of high-quality public services to support community development, including activities for fair housing services and other activities.

During the 2025-2026 NOFA process, staff followed the two-tiered review process to identify a series of public service providers to allocate CDBG funds. The organizations recommended for CDBG Public Services grant awards include the Emergency Food Bank of Stockton, Children’s Home of Stockton, Bread of Life, Tuleburg Press, and Friends Outside. The organizations recommended for ESG homeless services funding include Central Valley Low Income Housing Corporation (CVLIHC) and PREVAIL.

Goal 5 - Support Businesses: Programs that promote economic development activities by assisting and retaining small businesses include the Commercial Façade Improvement Forgivable Loan and Stocked Full of Produce Grant Programs. These programs provide financial assistance in revitalizing blighted commercial spaces for retail businesses and small grants for local neighborhood markets to provide access to healthy food.

Goal 6 - Increase Access to Economic Opportunity: Efforts that prioritize and expand business readiness programs targeting low-income persons, including low-income youth, disabled persons, and homeless person. Partner with local business service providers to implement workshops, technical assistance, and other eligible activities to support micro-enterprises and aspiring entrepreneurs.

Using award amounts from the previous program year as a projected award amount for FY 2025- 2026, the City is expected to receive approximately $3,240,738 in CDBG funds, $1,393,227 in HOME funds, and $283,046 in ESG funds. Final award amounts and distribution among the different projects/activities in this Action Plan’s sources and uses will be increased or decreased upon HUD’s official announcement of FY 2025-2026 program year allocations (Attachment G - 2025-2026 Sources and Uses).

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COMMUNITY PARTICIPATION PLAN (CPP)
Staff has updated the existing Community Participation Plan, formally known as the Citizen Participation Plan according to HUD, with the following modifications:
· Integrated Language Access Plan requirements
· Updated definition of “substantial amendment” for Consolidated Plan and Annual Action Plans Specifically, the draft CPP states that a substantial amendment to an Annual Action Plan shall include “changes to the funding distribution method, or the reallocation of funds between eligible project activities included in the approved Annual Action Plan, which exceeds 25 percent of the City’s annual entitlement.” The current Citizen Participation Plan previously allowed for a reallocation of up to 5% of the City’s annual entitlement. The change allowing a reallocation of up to 25% provides the City with greater flexibility to adapt to changing conditions in the community, ensuring the project delivery can continue without undergoing a 30-day public comment period. The end goal is to assist with the City’s compliance with HUD’s annual expenditure deadline and threshold.

No change was made to the length of public review periods, noticing of the availability of documents, or the time and place of public hearings (Attachment H - Draft Community Participation Plan).

LANGUAGE ACCESS PLAN (LAP)
Consistent with federal requirements, a four-factor analysis was used to determine the appropriate language assistance services to ensure that persons considered LEP have access to HUD-funded programs. The four-factor analysis assessed:

1. The number or proportion of LEP individuals in the eligible service population.

2. The frequency LEP individuals encounter the program.

3. The nature and importance of the program, activity, or service provided by EDD to LEP individuals.

4. The resources available to assist LEP individuals.

Based on data from the U.S. Census Bureau’s 2023 American Community Survey (ACS), it was found that the top language group of LEP households was Spanish with 6.8% of Stockton households.

Pursuant to the draft LAP, staff has implemented and will continue to implement the following actions to provide resources for LEP individuals:
· Hiring and training bilingual staff.
· Offer interpretation services over the phone at no cost to LEP individuals when necessary. · Utilize written translation services to produce materials in Spanish, including vital program documents.
· Provide Spanish interpretation services for in-person and virtual public meetings, as well as other languages upon request.
· Train public-facing employees on the available EDD language assistance services.

Staff shall review the LAP at least every five years to ensure individuals with LEP have continuous, meaningful access to equitable, timely, and quality language assistance services (Attachment I - Draft Language Access Plan).

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SECTION 3 PLAN
Grow America and EDD staff have developed the draft Section 3 Plan (Attachment J) in accordance with HUD requirements. The plan outlines how the City of Stockton’s Economic Development Department (EDD) and its subrecipients, contractors, and subcontractors will comply with HUD’s Section 3 requirements in implementing the City’s Consolidated Plan funded programs. EDD, to the greatest extent feasible, will ensure that employment and contract opportunities resulting from HUDfunded projects are directed to low-income residents and businesses.

As outlined in the draft plan, EDD staff will conduct a number of activities to increase contracting opportunities for businesses that employ low-income workers. This includes sharing Section 3 requirements and opportunities with assisted businesses, developers, and contractors; reviewing Section 3 benchmarks and prioritization efforts with contractors and subcontractors; tracking and documenting all labor hours for Section 3 workers during applicable project implementation; hosting mandatory pre-bid meetings for contractors interested in submitting bids on Section 3 eligible projects; and leveraging communication channels to broadly share employment and contracting opportunities.

Notification
In conformance with HUD's requirements and the City's current Citizen Participation Plan (CPP), a notice of the public hearing for the draft Con Plan and Action Plan were published in The Record on March 14, 2025, which began the minimum 30-day public review period. The draft Con Plan and Action Plan were also posted on the City's website, shared via social media, and sent electronically through an email list, which includes the City's various affordable housing stakeholders.

Four public meetings were held to present the draft Con Plan and Action Plan in accordance with the current CPP:
· March 13, 2025, at Oak Park Senior Center
· March 19, 2025, at Van Buskirk Community Center
· April 2, 2025, at Sierra Vista Community Center
· April 8, 2025, at Weston Ranch Branch Library
A public hearing was held on March 26, 2025, by the Community Development Committee (CDC) to present the draft Plans to the committee and the community.

As part of the CPP process, the draft Plans being presented to the City Council on April 15, 2025, during the public hearing will also provide an opportunity for public comment. At the April 15th meeting, the City Council requested a continuation of the public hearing to the April 29, 2025, Council meeting. Public comments received at the time of the preparation of this staff report are included as Attachment K.

FINANCIAL SUMMARY
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HUD to the Economic Development Department’s FY 2025-26 budget for: CDBG, HOME, and ESG funds. These appropriations are dependent upon the receipt of anticipated funds from HUD and may vary based upon actual funding received.

Attachment A - Approved Motion 2024-07-09-1207
Attachment B - Resolution No. 95-0199
Attachment C - 2016 Citizen Participation Plan
Attachment D - Draft 2025-2029 Consolidated Plan
Attachment E - Draft 2025-2026 Annual Action Plan
Attachment F - CDBG / ESG Applications and Recommendations Attachment G - 2025-2026 Sources and Uses
Attachment H - Draft Community Participation Plan
Attachment I - Draft Language Access Plan
Attachment J - Draft Section 3 Plan
Attachment K - Public Comments to Con Plan and AAP
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1 CITY OF STOCKTON’S

CITIZEN PARTICIPATION PLAN

TABLE OF CONTENTS
I. Introduction ...........................................................................................2 II. Development of Consolidated Plan and Annual Action Plans ..............2 III. Amendments..........................................................................................3 IV. Consolidated Annual Performance and Evaluation Report ...................4 V. Outreach.................................................................................................5 Community Development Committee .........................................5 Outreach Efforts ..........................................................................6 Public Meetings ...........................................................................7 Public Hearings ............................................................................8 Information and Records Availability ............................................8 Technical assistance ....................................................................9 VI. Complaints ..............................................................................................9

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2 Section I. Introduction
This CITIZEN PARTICIPATION PLAN is a revision of a document adopted by the City of Stockton (the "City") in 1995. The objective of the Plan is to provide for and encourage citizens to participate in the development of the Consolidated Plan, Action Plan, any substantial amendments to either Plan, and the Consolidated Annual Performance and Evaluation Report (CAPER).

The Consolidated Plan and each year's Action Plan guide the City's use of Community Development Block Grant (CDBG), HOME, Emergency Solutions Grant (ESG) and other federal funds which are made available from the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD). The CAPER provides an assessment of funds expended and a quantitative analysis of program or project outcomes.

The Economic Development Department (EDD) is the lead agency within the City of Stockton for development and implementation of the Consolidated and Action Plans. The Community Development Committee (CDC), a seven member advisory board to the City Council comprised of representatives from each Council district and one from the community at-large, plays a key role in the citizen participation process. The CDC holds public meetings, collects comments, and provides forums for the discussion of community development and housing needs. Other groups, such as the San Joaquin County Continuum of Care will also be asked to participate.

This document is designed to meet HUD’s basic requirements for citizen participation in accordance with 24 CFR Part 91.105.

Section II. Development of the Consolidated and Annual Action Plans The City of Stockton must prepare a Consolidated Plan every five years and an Action Plan annually. The CDC will hold a series of public meetings during the development of the these Plans that will include identification of community housing and non-housing needs, prioritization of needs, development of strategies to meet the identified needs and budget recommendations to implement those strategies. Community outreach, as outlined in Section V of this Plan, shall be utilized to increase participation in the development of the Plans. The CDC will hold at least one meeting annually to review program performance, allow citizen input regarding the City’s community development and housing needs, and to provide information regarding priorities and proposed activities to citizens. Citizens may propose amendments to the Consolidated Plan and/or Action Plan.

Local and regional institutions, including the San Joaquin County Continuum of Care, the Housing Authority of the County of San Joaquin, businesses, developers, and nonprofit

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3 organizations will also be consulted during the preparation of the Consolidated Plan and Action Plan.

In the years when a Consolidated Plan is prepared, a summary of the draft Consolidated Plan and Action Plan shall be published in one or more newspapers of general circulation.

Prior to the City Council public hearing to consider the documents, draft copies of the plans will be available for review as outlined in Section V of this Plan. On years when a Consolidated Plan is not required, the above steps shall be followed for the Action Plan.

The City shall provide no less than a 30-day public comment period on draft plans before final action by the City Council. Prior to adoption of the Consolidated Plan and Annual Action Plan, the City Council will hold a public hearing(s). Any public comments received during the comment period or at the public hearing(s) shall be considered and shall be summarized and attached to the Consolidated Plan and/or Action Plan prior to submission to HUD. This shall include a summary of any comments or views not accepted and the reasons therefore.

Section III. Amendments
Amendments to the Consolidated Plan and the Annual Action Plan shall be required whenever the City seeks to:
a) Make a change in its allocation priorities or a change in the method of distribution of funds;
b) Carry out an activity, using funds from any program covered by the Consolidated Plan (including program income), not previously described in the Annual Action Plan; or
c) Change the purpose, scope, location or beneficiaries of an activity.

Amendments shall be categorized as "substantial" or "non-substantial".

Substantial Amendments
An amendment shall be considered “substantial” if it exceeds five percent (5%) of the City’s annual entitlement. The citizen participation process and noticing requirements shall be followed to the extent required by HUD for substantial amendments to the approved Consolidated Plan and Action Plans, except those for disaster activities. The CDC shall review proposed amendments and forward a recommendation to the City Council. The City Council shall, following a 30-day public comment period, consider the item at a public meeting as outlined in Section V of this Plan. Council action, if required, may occur as a Consent item or as a Public Hearing item. The determination shall be made by the Economic Development Department with concurrence by the City

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Non-Substantial Amendments
All other amendments shall be considered "non-substantial" and may be approved administratively.

Submission to HUD
Amendments shall be submitted to HUD as each occurs or at the end of the program year. Any public comments received during the comment period or at the public hearing shall be considered and shall be summarized and attached to the substantial amendment prior to submission to HUD. This shall include a summary of any comments or views not accepted and the reasons therefore. Letters transmitting copies of the amendments must be signed by the official representative of the jurisdiction authorized to take such actions.

Amendments to the Citizen Participation Plan
The Citizen Participation Plan may be amended by Resolution of the City Council as necessary or appropriate. All amendments shall be consistent with the requirements of HUD.

Section IV. Consolidated Annual Performance and Evaluation Report The Consolidated Annual Performance and Evaluation Report (CAPER) identifies the final budget expenditure and performance results for each Annual Action Plan activity from the currently completed program year and any outstanding activities from prior program years.

The CAPER shall be submitted to HUD within 90 days from the close of the City's CDBG/HOME program year. The City's program year corresponds to the City's fiscal year which runs from July 1 to June 30 of each year. The CAPER shall be submitted to HUD by September 30.

Prior to submission to HUD there shall be a 15 day public review/comment period.

During this time period, the CDC shall review the document. They may hold a public meeting to discuss the CAPER as outlined in Section V of this Plan. Any public comments received during the comment period shall be considered and shall be summarized and attached to the CAPER prior to submission to HUD.

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Community Development Committee
The CDC plays a key role in the citizen participation process. The CDC is an advisory board to the City Council. It is comprised of representatives from each Council district and one from the community at-large. The Council may augment its membership from time to time to assure and increase the broadness of total community representation. All nominees shall be residents of the City of Stockton.

Technical assistance from City staff shall be continuously available to the CDC so that its members may adequately participate in planning, implementing and assessing programs.

Technical assistance will also be available to other citizen organizations, and particularly those representative of persons of low and moderate income, in developing proposals or in organizing neighborhood groups.

Federal regulations place the ultimate responsibility for the development of the Consolidated Plan and Action Plan and the execution of the programs and activities on the grantee; hence the CDC constitutes the formal, advisory citizen participation body to the City Council.

The functions of the CDC shall be as follows:

1. To provide a forum and a mechanism whereby citizens, particularly those likely to be affected by community and housing activities in areas where residents are of low and moderate income, have the opportunity to provide meaningful input during all phases of the program.

2. To provide a means whereby all relevant information may be disseminated to concerned and affected citizens. Such information shall include, but not be limited to, the following:
a. Amount of funds available annually under each program; b. The range of eligible activities for each program;
c. The identification of various community development and housing programs that become available;
d. The processes involved in developing the application and the schedule of meetings and hearings;
e. The role of citizens in the program; and
f. Any other important program requirements.

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6 3. Any citizen or citizen group may address the CDC during any scheduled CDC meeting or neighborhood meeting where CDC members are in attendance, but as the scheduled CDC meetings always have a posted agenda the Chairperson may require that advance agenda time be requested for items that require extended time for meaningful discussion.

4. The CDC shall be involved in development of the Consolidated Plan including the annual applications for the Community Development Block Grant Program, the HOME Investment Partnerships Program, the Emergency Solutions Grant Program, and similar housing programs or plans including subsequent amendments or basic changes to any of the above.

During the program year, public meetings and hearings will be held as required by federal regulations at times and locations convenient to potential or actual beneficiaries and with accessibility to the handicapped. Meetings and hearings may be convened by City staff or by the City Council as appropriate and in conformance with federal regulations to accomplish the following:

1. To obtain the views of citizens, public agencies and other interested parties, relative to community development and housing needs and to comment on the extent to which funds are used for the benefit of lower income households, and what provisions should be taken by the City to minimize displacement of households as a result of assisted activities.

2. To afford affected citizens an opportunity to comment on proposed applications for federal assistance, plans, and substantial amendments as may be required by federal regulations, including, but not limited to, the Consolidated Plan.

3. To afford citizens an opportunity to review the programs’ progress and performance as described in program reports prepared from time to time pursuant to federal regulations.

Outreach Efforts
The City is committed to making reasonable and timely access to the needs assessment, strategy development, and budget recommendation process of the Consolidated Plan and Action Plan possible for all members of the community, especially low and moderate income persons. The following outreach efforts are examples of measures that may be taken as appropriate to provide citizen’s access to the process. Failure to use any one of these shall not be considered a violation of this Plan.

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7 Mailing List (including electronic mailing lists): The City will maintain a comprehensive mailing list of interested parties, adjacent local governments, nonprofit organizations, and public and private agencies that provide affordable housing, economic development, business assistance, health services and social services and use this list to send summary information, public hearing or comment period notices.

Targeted Survey: When appropriate, such as during the preparation of the Consolidated Plan, the City may use targeted surveys to assist in identifying community needs, existing services available to meet those needs, assessing any gaps in meeting those needs, and developing strategies to address outstanding needs.

Channel 97: Create and run public service announcements about the CDBG and HOME programs and the Consolidated and Action Plan processes to inform, educate and promote citizen participation.

Neighborhood Organizations: Invite neighborhood groups to participate and to coordinate with their own neighborhood planning and implementation efforts.

Housing Authority of the County of San Joaquin: Consult with the Housing Authority staff and invite public housing residents and Section 8 Voucher holders to participate in development and implementation of strategies.

Community Development Block Grant Week: Use this national recognition week to promote local success stories related to CDBG, HOME and other community development funding. This may include awards, special project open houses, keynote speakers and neighborhood walks with City Council members or other promotion activities.

All Media: Use media releases about the Consolidated Plan and Action Plan processes and citizen participation opportunities throughout the program year.

City Website: Use the City’s website to publicize opportunities for public input, including public meetings and hearings and to highlight the development, implementation and monitoring process (www.stocktongov.com).

Public Meetings
The CDC shall hold public meetings during the program year as deemed necessary for the preparation of recommendations to the City Council, for the review of program progress and performance, and as needed to consider other than routine matters. Proper notice shall be given, which includes posting the agenda a minimum of 72 hours prior to the meeting. The agenda shall also be available online at www.stocktongov.com.

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8 Minutes shall be taken of all public meetings and shall be available for public review at the EDD during regular working hours.

In accordance with the Americans With Disabilities Act and California Law, it is the policy of the City of Stockton to offer its public programs, services, and meetings in a manner that is readily accessible to everyone, including those with disabilities. Copies of a public hearing notice, or an agenda and/or agenda packet in an appropriate alternative format; or other accommodation, may be obtained by contacting the Office of the City Clerk located at 425 North El Dorado Street, Stockton, California 95202 during normal business hours or by calling (209) 937-8459, at least 5 days in advance of the hearing/meeting.

Advance notification within this guideline will enable the City/Agency to make reasonable arrangements to ensure accessibility.

Persons with hearing impairments can be provided an interpreter at public meetings, if a request is made at least seven (7) days prior to the scheduled meeting date.

For items expecting to effect a specific neighborhood or population, addition accommodations, including providing notices in various languages or providing interpreters at neighborhood meetings, will be considered.

Public Hearings
Public hearings shall be held before the City Council as required by the Consolidated and Action Plan process.

Notice of all public hearings shall be published in a paper of general circulation not less than ten (10) days prior to the date of the hearing. The notice shall include the time, day and date of the hearing, its location, a general statement regarding its purpose and any other more specific information required by the Consolidated Plan, Annual Action Plan, amendments or CAPER. Notices and agendas shall be posted at City Hall and available online at www.stocktonca.gov
Minutes shall be taken of all public hearings and shall be available for public review online at www.stocktonca.gov and at the Office of the City Clerk.

Special accommodations shall be as described in the Public Meetings section above.

Information and Records Availability
The Consolidated Plan (as proposed, adopted or amended), Annual Action Plan, CAPER, and this Citizen Participation Plan shall be available in print format for public review during regular working hours at the following location:

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400 East Main Street
Stockton, CA 95202
(209) 937-8539
These documents are also available online at www.stocktonca.gov under the Economic Development Department, Housing Division.

Consistent with applicable state and local laws regarding personal privacy and obligations of confidentiality, other documents may be made available at the same time and place including mailings, promotional material, records of hearings, copies of the regulations, contracting procedures, environmental policies, fair housing and equal opportunity requirements and relocation provisions. This information shall be provided in a format accessible to persons with disabilities, upon adequate notice.

Requests for additional information may be made to the EDD at the address and phone listed above. A response shall be provided within fifteen (15) working days of receipt of the request, where practicable.

Summary materials regarding the Consolidated Plan, Annual Action Plan, amendments and CAPER shall be available without charge. Free copies of the Consolidated Plan and Action Plan will also be made available. One free copy will be provided to each individual or organization requesting said copy until the supply is exhausted. Photocopier charges and miscellaneous charges for other related services and materials shall be assessed in accordance with the City's fee schedule.

Technical Assistance
Technical assistance shall be provided to groups representing persons of low and moderate income that request such assistance in developing proposals for funding under any of the activities covered by the Consolidated Plan and Action Plan. The level and type of assistance provided shall be on a case-by-case basis as determined by the EDD Director or his/her designee.

Section VI. Complaints
The City will answer complaints in a timely and responsive manner. The City will make every reasonable effort to provide written responses to complaints within 15 working days.

Complaints received will be handled at the lowest possible staff level affected directly and then will be referred through the normal chain of command: supervisor, division head, department director, City Manager’s office. Ultimately, the citizen may address a complaint directly to the City Council if he feels his grievance has not been resolved.

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CONSOLIDATED
PLAN
2025-2029
DATE:

March 2025
City of Stockton
Economic Development Department
425 N. El Dorado St.

Stockton, California 95202
Your Voice.

Our Future.

DRAFT

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2 Table of Contents
Executive Summary......................................................................................................................... 4 ES-05 Executive Summary - 24 CFR 91.200(c), 91.220(b)........................................................... 4 The Process................................................................................................................................... 10 PR-05 Lead & Responsible Agencies 24 CFR 91.200(b)............................................................. 10 PR-10 Consultation – 91.100, 91.110, 91.200(b), 91.300(b), 91.215(I) and 91.315(I).............. 11 PR-15 Citizen Participation – 91.105, 91.115, 91.200(c) and 91.300(c) ................................... 25 Needs Assessment........................................................................................................................ 33 NA-05 Overview ........................................................................................................................ 33 NA-10 Housing Needs Assessment - 24 CFR 91.205 (a,b,c) ...................................................... 34 NA-15 Disproportionately Greater Need: Housing Problems – 91.205 (b)(2).......................... 48 NA-20 Disproportionately Greater Need: Severe Housing Problems – 91.205 (b)(2).............. 52 NA-25 Disproportionately Greater Need: Housing Cost Burdens – 91.205 (b)(2).................... 56 NA-30 Disproportionately Greater Need: Discussion – 91.205(b)(2) ....................................... 58 NA-35 Public Housing – 91.205(b) ............................................................................................ 60 NA-40 Homeless Needs Assessment – 91.205(c)...................................................................... 65 NA-45 Non-Homeless Special Needs Assessment - 91.205 (b,d).............................................. 73 NA-50 Non-Housing Community Development Needs – 91.215 (f) ......................................... 82 Housing Market Analysis............................................................................................................... 86 MA-05 Overview........................................................................................................................ 86 MA-10 Number of Housing Units – 91.210(a)&(b)(2)............................................................... 87 MA-15 Housing Market Analysis: Cost of Housing - 91.210(a)................................................. 90 MA-20 Housing Market Analysis: Condition of Housing – 91.210(a)........................................ 94 MA-25 Public and Assisted Housing – 91.210(b) ...................................................................... 99 MA-30 Homeless Facilities and Services – 91.210(c).............................................................. 102

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91.210(a)(4), 91.310(a)(2)....................................................................................................... 122 MA-65 Hazard Mitigation - 91.210(a)(5), 91.310(a)(3)........................................................... 124 Strategic Plan .............................................................................................................................. 127 SP-05 Overview ....................................................................................................................... 127 SP-10 Geographic Priorities – 91.215 (a)(1)............................................................................ 128 SP-25 Priority Needs - 91.215(a)(2)......................................................................................... 130 SP-30 Influence of Market Conditions – 91.215 (b)................................................................ 137 SP-35 Anticipated Resources - 91.215(a)(4), 91.220(c)(1,2)................................................... 139 SP-40 Institutional Delivery Structure – 91.215(k).................................................................. 146 SP-45 Goals Summary – 91.215(a)(4)...................................................................................... 151 SP-50 Public Housing Accessibility and Involvement – 91.215(c)........................................... 154 SP-55 Barriers to affordable housing – 91.215(h)................................................................... 155 SP-60 Homelessness Strategy – 91.215(d).............................................................................. 156 SP-65 Lead based paint Hazards – 91.215(i)........................................................................... 159 SP-70 Anti-Poverty Strategy – 91.215(j).................................................................................. 161 SP-80 Monitoring – 91.230...................................................................................................... 163

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4 Executive Summary
ES-05 Executive Summary - 24 CFR 91.200(c), 91.220(b)

1. Introduction
The City of Stockton’s (City) Consolidated Plan (hereafter referred to as Consolidated Plan or the Plan) is designed to help the City assess its affordable housing and community development needs and market conditions, and to make data-driven, place-based investment decisions. The consolidated planning process serves as the framework for the community-wide dialogue necessary to identify housing and community development priorities than can be used to align funding provided through the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD) grant programs, including the Community Development Block Grant (CDBG) Program, the HOME Investment Partnership (HOME) Program, and the Emergency Solutions Grant (ESG) Program.

The City prepares a Consolidated Plan every five years. The broader vision, needs, and goals outlined in the Consolidated Plan is implemented through Annual Action Plans, which provide a concise summary of the actions, projects (as defined by HUD), and specific federal and nonfederal resources that will be used each year. At the end of each fiscal year, the City prepares a Consolidated Annual Performance and Evaluation Report (CAPER) that records the progress made each year toward the achievement of goals and objectives identified in the Consolidated Plan.

The Economic Development Department (EDD) of the City is responsible for the development and implementation of the Consolidated Plan, as well as oversight of the projects identified in Annual Action Plans. EDD consists of several divisions, which work together to administer the CDBG, HOME, and ESG programs, with the Housing Division serving as the primary lead. EDD staff also collaborate with an extensive network of governmental agencies, non-profit organizations, and community stakeholders to facilitate strategic planning and implementation of Consolidated Plan goals and objectives.

Much of the data referenced in the Consolidated Plan were provided by HUD and include data from the 2016-2020 and 2018-2020 American Community Survey (ACS) and Comprehensive Housing Affordability Strategy (CHAS), as well as the Homeless Management Information System (HMIS), among other data sources. As necessary, the default data are supplemented with data from the U.S. Census Bureau, various departments of the State of California, and assorted local datasets. The Plan is divided into six sections, including this executive summary, a

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5 review of the plan development process, a comprehensive Needs Assessment, a housing Market Analysis, a Strategic Plan, and an Annual Action Plan.

This Plan was developed through a collaborative process to identify community needs with a primary focus on low- and moderate-income persons in accordance with HUD guidance. EDD staff strive to find areas for collaboration and alignment to effectively utilize all available funding resources to conduct housing and community development activities that will serve the residents and communities of the City of Stockton.

2. Summary of the objectives and outcomes identified in the Plan Needs Assessment Overview
All priority needs and goals identified in the Consolidated Plan will meet a CDBG national performance measurement objective through providing decent affordable housing, creating suitable living environments, or improving economic opportunity.

Through the consolidated planning process, the City has identified four priority needs, six associated goals, and one additional goal to support all needs:

1. Priority Need: Increase and Preserve Affordable Housing Opportunities Associated Goal 1: Develop & Rehabilitate Affordable Housing Units

2. Priority Need: Reduce Homelessness
Associated Goal 2: Provide Funding to Services to Prevent & Reduce Homelessness

3. Priority Need: Resilient and Healthy Communities
Associated Goal 3: Resilient Infrastructure & Public Facilities Associated Goal 4: Healthy Neighborhoods & Residents

4. Priority Need: Strengthen Local Economy
Associated Goal 5: Support Businesses
Associated Goal 6: Increase Access to Economic Opportunity Goal 7 Supporting all Needs: Compliance
As these goals differ from the City’s current priority needs, they will be incorporated into HUD’s Integrated Disbursement and Information System (IDIS) reporting structure starting this program year, with a goal for full integration by 2027.

Throughout the 2025-2029 program years, the City will fund a variety of activities, including making additional decent and affordable housing available, providing homelessness and public services, and strengthening infrastructure and public facilities for the City’s residents. The City will also fund business and job development programs and will continue its program compliance efforts.

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6 3. Evaluation of past performance
The City’s Consolidated Plan activities must meet one of the three national goals set by HUD for all but administrative activities. These national goals, known as National Objectives, are: benefit to low- and moderate- income (LMI) persons; aid in the prevention or elimination of slums or blight; and meet a need having a particular urgency (referred to as urgent need).

The City must ensure that its HUD-funded activities carried out under the Consolidated Plan meet its five-year priorities (SP-25) and strategies/goals (SP-45). The City will measure the effectiveness of its programs through four elements of its performance evaluation system.

1. Five-Year Matrix: This matrix (located in SP-45) quantifies and summarizes the City’s five-year planned accomplishments in relation to the national performance measurement objectives, outcomes, and City’s five-year priorities and strategies.

2. Annual Plan Tables: These tables (located in AP-15, AP-20, AP-35 and AP-38) contain measurable short-term objectives planned for the coming year along with the planned activities, unit of accomplishment, and the number of expected accomplishments upon completion of activities.

3. Integrated Disbursement and Information System (IDIS): This is a HUD computer system that reports accomplishments and other information to HUD. During the program year, EDD will enter its planned and actual accomplishments for each activity into IDIS. At the end of the program year, EDD will use IDIS to summarize its accomplishments, enter them into the Five-Year Matrix, and update the Annual Plan tables.

4. Consolidated Annual Performance and Evaluation Report (CAPER): EDD will publish the Matrix and Annual Plan Tables in each year’s CAPER, which reports its accomplishment to HUD, to reflect its number of planned and actual accomplishments and how they relate to the long- and short-term objectives set in the Consolidated Plan and Annual Action Plan. Such updates will allow HUD, the City’s partners, residents, and others to track performance.

During the previous five-year planning period (2020-2025), the City undertook a range of housing and community development activities to primarily benefit the extremely low-, very low-, low-, and moderate-income residents. This section only highlights some of the key accomplishments from the 2020-2025 program years (Note: the publishing of this plan is during the 2024-2025 program year, so accomplishments are aggregated from the first four years of the 2020-2025 Consolidated Plan period) . For more detailed information, please refer to the recent CAPER available on the EDD website at www.stocktonca.gov/housing.

Affordable Housing: The City utilized both CDBG and HOME funds to preserve and improve the County’s affordable housing stock:

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7 • About 89 rental units constructed or rehabilitated
• 11 homes received rehabilitation loans
Public Services: The City utilized CDBG funds and ESG funds to provide supportive services for its extremely low-, very low, low-, and moderate-income households:
• Homeless Services: 12,123 households assisted with emergency shelters; 22 households assisted with Rapid Re-Housing; and 107 households assisted with homeless prevention services
• Public Services: approximately 888,507 persons assisted with public services including, but not limited to, youth services, transition aged youth services, food pantry programs, fair housing services, and homebuyer education services.

Economic Development: The City assisted more than 400 local neighborhood businesses with technical assistance services, including ten businesses that received grants for exterior façade improvements under the Commercial Rehabilitation Program

4. Summary of citizen participation process and consultation process EDD conducted a robust community participation process for its Five-Year Consolidated Plan and Assessment of Fair Housing. The City engaged in a multi-pronged approach to seek and obtain meaningful feedback from public agencies and service providers, along with members of the public.

The five methods of outreach were:

1. Community Needs Assessment Survey: The survey was open to the public from October 23, 2024, through January 17, 2025. The City received 609 responses. A Quick Response (QR) code was created for the survey and was printed on flyers and posters, which were posted in community centers and libraries. The survey was also shared on City’s social media platforms, including Facebook, Instagram, and LinkedIn, and via email through various email list serves. Staff also attended over a dozen community events, providing an opportunity for residents to learn about the process, submit a survey, and identify their top community needs.

2. Community Meetings: EDD held six in-person and one virtual community meeting on different days and times of the week to accommodate various audiences. The six Inperson meetings were held in each of the six Stockton City Council Districts. A Spanish interpreter was available at each meeting.

3. One-on-One Stakeholder Consultations: EDD conducted six consultations with local and regional service providers, representatives of various County departments, advocacy organizations, and local leaders during the months of November 2024 through February

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8 2025. These stakeholder consultations were held with respective entities as required by HUD consultation requirements.

4. Focus Groups: EDD hosted four virtual focus group meetings focused on affordable housing, homelessness services, economic development, and public services. Twenty four (24) service providers and community-based organizations attended and provided feedback during these focus groups.

5. Public Review and Public Hearing: The City holds two public hearings to consider public comments regarding the Consolidated Plan and Annual Action Plan. The first public hearing is held by the City’s Community Development Committee (CDC) and the second public hearing is held by the Stockton City Council. The 30-day public comment period began on March 14, 2025, and will conclude on April 15, 2025, at the public hearing held by City Council.

The City will hold two public hearings to consider public comments regarding the Consolidated Plan and Annual Action Plan. The first public hearing will be on March 26, 2025 by the City’s Community Development Committee (CDC) and the second public hearing will be held on April 15, 2025 by Stockton City Council. The 30-day public comment period begins on March 14, 2025, and will conclude on April 15, 2025, at the public hearing held by City Council.

5. Summary of public comments
The community meetings offered attendees an opportunity to provide feedback through polls, share their opinions on topics, and ask questions. Questions often centered around needs residents were seeing or experiencing in their communities, with the most common issues raised being rising rates of homelessness, the need for public services, and the cost of housing.

Stakeholders cited rapidly rising rents and home sales prices, increasing utility and insurance costs, and the prevalence of low-wage jobs as the primary reason why many families are experiencing one or more of the following: housing cost burdens, homelessness, and being priced out of the region entirely. EDD staff responded to participants’ concerns during the meetings and shared information on existing resources and programs.

6. Summary of comments or views not accepted and the reasons for not accepting them The City has accepted all comments provided during the community engagement process.

7. Summary
The Stockton 2025-2029 Consolidated Plan and 2025-2026 Annual Action Plan represent refined and updated versions of the City’s prior planning documents, and therefore do not represent a major shift in strategic direction. Programs to preserve, enhance, and increase the

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9 supply of housing affordable to lower-income households and reduce homelessness remain a priority; however, emphasis is placed on a holistic approach to overall community development. The Consolidated Plan supports the City’s residents by fostering a range of public services, and by directing public investments, such as improved public infrastructure, facilities, and services, where they can benefit the City’s lower- and moderate-income populations. At the same time, efforts to provide expanded business assistance and educational opportunities for workers and entrepreneurs will help to provide increased opportunities for residents to improve their economic self-sufficiency, so that resources made available pursuant to the Consolidated Plan can be provided to those most in need of assistance.

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PR-05 Lead & Responsible Agencies 24 CFR 91.200(b)

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

Agency Role Name Department/Agency
CDBG Administrator STOCKTON Economic Development Department (EDD)
HOME Administrator STOCKTON Economic Development Department (EDD)
ESG Administrator STOCKTON Economic Development Department (EDD)
Table 1 – Responsible Agencies
Narrative
EDD is responsible for the implementation of the Consolidated Plan, as well as oversight of the activities identified in the Annual Action Plan. EDD consists of several divisions, which work together to administer CDBG, HOME, and ESG programs, with the Housing Division serving as the primary lead, providing coordination with other divisions as necessary and appropriate. In addition, the staff also collaborates with an extensive network of governmental agencies and non-profit organizations to facilitate strategic planning and implementation of Consolidated Plan goals and objectives.

Consolidated Plan Public Contact Information
The public can contact EDD staff with comments regarding the City’s Consolidated Plan:

City of Stockton Economic Development Department
400 East Main Street, 4th Floor
Stockton, CA 95202
(209) 937-8539
[email protected]

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11 PR-10 Consultation – 91.100, 91.110, 91.200(b), 91.300(b), 91.215(I) and

91.315(I)

1. Introduction
The planning process required by HUD regulations for Consolidated Plan development involves consultation with public and private agencies to assess needs, identify resource gaps, and coordinate service delivery. This section summarizes these consultation efforts and coordination between agencies.

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

The City of Stockton engaged in one-on-one consultations with various agencies throughout the city and county, including public and assisted housing providers, government departments, and private/public health, mental health, and social service organizations (these organizations are listed in the response to Question 2 of this section. These consultations build upon ongoing partnerships between the City and local service providers.

The stakeholders have expressed several critical concerns regarding the city of Stockton, focusing on housing, homelessness, service coordination, funding, employment, and public health. They highlighted the high demand for affordable housing, rising costs, and the insufficient supply, along with excessive encampments and the lack of safe and stable housing.

Youth homelessness, particularly among those at risk for Commercially Sexually Exploited Children (CSEC), is a significant issue. There is a need for better coordination between service providers and government agencies to streamline services and avoid duplication, with an emphasis on leveraging HMIS programs and developing technology solutions to improve service delivery.

Funding and administrative burdens are also major concerns, with stakeholders noting the challenges in using federal dollars effectively due to administrative requirements and the competitive nature of securing awards for development projects. Employment opportunities for low-income residents are limited, and there are programs and policies that worsen disparities in access to housing and economic opportunities. Public health and safety issues, such as lead-based paint hazards, require effective abatement plans and coordination between public health and environmental health departments.

To address these concerns, stakeholders recommend increasing the supply of affordable housing and enhancing supportive services for individuals experiencing homelessness, including

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12 mental health and substance abuse support. They suggest focusing on providing safe and stable housing for homeless youth and those at risk for CSEC. Improving coordination between service providers and government agencies, developing technology solutions, and creating a comprehensive list of programs to avoid overlapping eligibility criteria are also recommended.

Advocating for more flexible funding buckets, simplifying documentation requirements for federal dollars, and including indirect funds to support administrative costs are crucial steps to reduce administrative burdens.

Enhancing job connection services, implementing strategies to focus on specific neighborhoods, and partnering with service providers to build up communities are essential for improving employment and economic opportunities. Strengthening coordination between public health and environmental health departments to address lead hazards and developing chronic disease management programs are necessary to improve public health and safety. By facilitating these recommendations, Stockton can significantly improve the quality of life for its residents and create a more efficient and effective service delivery system.

Describe coordination with the Continuum of Care and efforts to address the needs of homeless persons (particularly chronically homeless individuals and families, families with children, veterans, and unaccompanied youth) and persons at risk of homelessness The City coordinates closely with the San Joaquin County Continuum of Care (CoC), where the San Joaquin County Human Services Agency serves as lead agency. The CoC brings together government agencies and non-profit organizations serving San Joaquin County's homeless population. Through regular consultation with CoC members and attendance at meetings, including San Joaquin County staff, and partners like, Central Valley Low Income Housing Corporation (CVLIHC), and homeless shelters at St. Mary’s Community Services and PREVAIL, the City seeks to advocate for and strengthen individuals, families, and children through prevention and education driven services and programs.

CVLIHC plays a crucial role in managing the Homeless Management Information System (HMIS) for the San Joaquin Continuum of Care and provides various programs, including homelessness prevention, rapid re-housing, and permanent supportive housing. They emphasize the importance of layering services, such as rapid rehousing and housing authority vouchers, to ensure comprehensive support for homeless individuals. CVLIHC also highlights the need for data-driven approaches to prioritize matching programs with funding and improving service delivery.

San Joaquin County Public Health Services (SJC PHS) is heavily engaged in providing wraparound care services to individuals experiencing homelessness, including those with justice involvement and health issues. They operate under the Cal-AIM program, offering community

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They also work on initiatives to address food deserts and improve health quality, which are critical for the well-being of homeless individuals.

PREVAIL focuses on crisis intervention and support services for individuals experiencing domestic violence, sexual assault, sex trafficking, and homelessness. They operate emergency shelters, including Opportunity House, which provides emergency beds for homeless youth.

PREVAIL partners with Child Protective Services (CPS) to provide advocacy for Commercially Sexually Exploited Children (CSEC) youth and has seen a significant increase in referrals. They emphasize the need for street outreach services, safe and stable housing, employment opportunities, and mental and physical wellness support for homeless youth.

The coordination between these organizations and the CoC involves several key efforts:
• Data Sharing and Technology: Leveraging HMIS programs to track and coordinate services, and developing technology solutions like apps to improve communication and resource allocation.
• Comprehensive Services: Providing a range of services, including homelessness prevention, rapid re-housing, permanent supportive housing, wraparound care, enhanced care management, and crisis intervention.
• Targeted Support: Focusing on the specific needs of chronically homeless individuals, families with children, veterans, and unaccompanied youth. This includes providing safe housing, mental health and substance abuse support, and employment opportunities. • Collaboration and Partnerships: Working with various stakeholders, including CPS, behavioral health services, and city and county agencies, to ensure a coordinated approach to addressing homelessness.

Describe consultation with the Continuum(s) of Care that serves the jurisdiction's area in determining how to allocate ESG funds, develop performance standards and evaluate outcomes, and develop funding, policies and procedures for the administration of HMIS As a key member of the San Joaquin CoC, Stockton maintains active engagement with the CoC and participates in ongoing consultation about ESG funding coordination, performance standards, and evaluation. The CoC administrator coordinates ESG activities, while CVLIHC manages the Homeless Management Information System (HMIS). This structure ensures alignment between City ESG activities and broader CoC homeless assistance efforts. During the

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14 Consolidated Planning process, the City of Stockton engages the CoC via Annual Action Plan and CAPER processes.

2. Describe Agencies, groups, organizations and others who participated in the process and describe the jurisdictions consultations with housing, social service agencies and other entities
The City conducted individual consultations with agencies across Stockton and San Joaquin County, including CoC members, housing providers, developers, business support organizations, and health/social service organizations. Additionally, four focus groups were brought together:
economic development stakeholders, affordable housing developers, public services providers, and homeless service providers.

Focus Group attendees:

A Tavola Together
African American Chamber of Commerce of San Joaquin County Amelia Ann Adams Whole Life Center
Central Valley Low Income Housing Corp
Child Abuse Prevention Council
Delta Sculling Center
Downtown Stockton Alliance
Enterprise Community Partners
Greater Stockton Chamber of Commerce
Housing Authority of the County of San Joaquin
Huddle Cowork
Parents by Choice
Red Rabbit Advocacy Programs
San Joaquin Community Foundation
San Joaquin County Behavioral Health
San Joaquin Family Resource Center
San Joaquin County Public Health Services
Service First of Northern California
St. Mary's Community Services
STAND Affordable Housing
Stockton Emergency Food Bank
The Well
United Way of San Joaquin County
Visionary Home Builders of California, Inc.

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15 Agency/Gro
up/Organiz
ation
Agency/Group/Organi
zation Type
What section of the Plan
was addressed by
Consultation?
How was the
Agency/Group/Organization
consulted and what are the
anticipated outcomes of the
consultation or areas for
Central improved coordination?
Valley Low
Income
Housing
Corporation
(CIVLIHC)
Housing
Services – Homeless
Other – Continuum of
Care
Housing Needs
Assessment
Public Housing Needs
Homeless Needs –
Chronically Homeless
Homeless Needs –
Families with Children
Homelessness Needs –
Veterans
Homelessness Needs –
Unaccompanied Minors
Homelessness Strategy
Non-Homeless Special
Needs
Market Analysis
Anti-Poverty Strategy
This organization was invited
to participate in the
consultation process as a lead
participant in the Continuum of
Care. The anticipated outcome
was to collect information
regarding resources available
for, and the needs of,
homeless and at-risk
populations, as well as to
improve coordination with the
housing, homelessness, and
anti-poverty strategies.

Housing
Authority of
the County
of San
Joaquin
County
(HACSJ)
Housing
PHA
Service- Housing
Other Government –
County
Regional Organization
Housing Need
Assessment
Public Housing Needs
Homeless Needs -
Chronically Homeless
Homeless Needs -
Families with Children
Homeless Strategy
Market Analysis
Anti-Poverty Strategy
This organization was invited
to participate in the
consultation process as the
certified Public
Housing Agency. The
anticipated outcome was to
collect information regarding
public housing resources,
conditions, and the needs of
tenants, as well as to improve
coordination with the housing,
homelessness, community
development, and anti-poverty
strategies.

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16 National
Association
for the
Advanceme
nt of
Colored
People
(NAACP),
Stockton
Chapter
Housing
Advocacy
Service - Coordination
Housing Needs
Assessment
Families with Children
Homeless Strategy
Market Analysis
Anti-Poverty Strategy
This organization was invited
to participate in the
consultation process. The
anticipated outcome was to
collect information regarding
resource distribution, regional
partnerships, and community
housing needs.

PREVAIL Housing
Services-Children
Services-Victims of
Domestic Violence
Services-Homeless
Services-Education
Housing Need
Assessment
Homelessness Strategy
Homeless Needs -
Chronically homeless
Homeless Needs -
Families with children
Homelessness Needs -
Unaccompanied youth
Non-Homeless Special
Needs
Anti-Poverty Strategy
This organization was invited
to participate in the
consultation process. The
anticipated
outcome was to collect
information regarding the
housing and social service
needs of victims
of domestic violence, as well as
to improve coordination with
the Consolidated Plan housing,
homelessness and anti-poverty
strategies, among other areas.

San Joaquin
County
Environmen
tal Health
Department
Health Agency
Services – Health
Services – Children
Lead-Based Paint
Mitigation Strategy
Families with Children
Non-Homeless Special
Needs
This organization was invited
to participate in the
consultation process. The
anticipated outcome was to
collect information regarding
the existing process in place for
mitigating and amending child
exposure to lead-based paint
and other environmental
hazards.

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17 San Joaquin
County
Public
Health
Services
Health Agency
Services - Health
Services – Children
Services – Elderly
Persons
Services – Persons
with Disabilities
Services – Persons
with HIV/AIDS
Homeless Needs –
Chronically Homeless
Homeless Needs –
Families with Children
Homeless Strategy
Non-Homeless Special
Needs
This organization was invited
to participate in the
consultation process. The
anticipated outcome was to
collect information regarding
the healthcare, housing, and
social service needs of lowincome and homeless
individuals, as well as to
improve coordination with the
Consolidated Plan
homelessness and antipoverty
strategy, among other areas.

A Tavola
Together
Services – Children
Business Leaders
Homeless Needs –
Families with Children
Non-Homeless Special
Needs
Economic Development
This organization was invited
to participate in the
consultation process to provide
information regarding
programs that educate and
empower disadvantaged
women and children, including
workforce development.

African
American
Chamber of
Commerce
of San
Joaquin
County
Business and Civic
Leaders
Economic Development This organization was invited
to participate in the
consultation process to provide
information regarding services
and advocacy that promotes
economic vitality and
education to underserved
communities.

Amelia Ann
Adams
Whole Life
Center
Services – Children Housing Needs
Assessment
Homeless Needs -
Families with Children
Non-Homeless Special
Needs
Anti-Poverty Strategy
This organization was invited
to participate in the
consultation process to provide
information regarding health,
education, social justice, and
faith-based programs.

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18 Child Abuse
Prevention
Council
Services – Children Housing Needs
Assessment
Homeless Needs -
Families with Children
Non-Homeless Special
Needs
This organization was invited
to participate in the
consultation process to provide
information regarding services
that protect children and
strengthens families through
awareness and outcome-driven
programs.

Delta
Sculling
Center
Services – Children Non-Homeless Special
Needs
This organization was invited
to participate in the
consultation process to provide
information regarding fitness,
health, and recreation
programs.

Downtown
Stockton
Alliance
Business and Civic
Leaders
Economic Development This organization was invited
to participate in the
consultation process to provide
information regarding efforts
to strengthen the downtown
district through public policies,
economic development, and
marketing.

Enterprise
Community
Partners
Housing
Services - Housing
Housing Needs
Assessment
Market Analysis
This organization was invited
to participate in the
consultation process to provide
information regarding efforts
that invest in and advocate for
affordable housing and
community development.

Greater
Stockton
Chamber of
Commerce
Business and Civic
Leaders
Economic Development This organization was invited
to participate in the
consultation process to provide
information regarding efforts
that promote an economically
vibrant business community.

Huddle
Cowork
Business Leaders Economic Development This organization was invited to participate in the
consultation process to provide
information regarding the
needs of entrepreneurs and
businesses to innovate and
grow.

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19 Parents by
Choice
Services – Children Housing Needs
Assessment
Homeless Needs -
Families with Children
Non-Homeless Special
Needs
Anti-Poverty Strategy
This organization was invited
to participate in the
consultation process to provide
information regarding foster
care, adoption, and family
support services.

Red Rabbit
Advocacy
Programs
Services – Housing
Services - Homeless
Housing Needs
Assessment
Chronically Homeless
Homeless Needs –
Homeless Needs -
Families with Children
Homelessness Strategy
Non-Homeless Special
Needs
Anti-Poverty Strategy
This organization was invited
to participate in the
consultation process to provide
information regarding
advocacy and support services
for unhoused and housing
unstable populations.

San Joaquin
Community
Foundation
Other – Philanthropy Housing Needs
Assessment
Homeless Needs –
Chronically Homeless
Homeless Needs -
Families with Children
Non-Homeless Special
Needs
Anti-Poverty Strategy
This organization was invited
to participate in the
consultation process to provide
information regarding
investments to support
community development.

San Joaquin
County
Behavioral
Health
Health Agency
Other government -
County
Housing Needs
Assessment
Homeless Needs –
Chronically Homeless
Homelessness Strategy
Non-Homeless Special
Needs
This organization was invited
to participate in the
consultation process to provide
information regarding mental
health and substance abuse
services for vulnerable
populations.

San Joaquin
Family
Resource
Center
Services – Children
Services – Health
Services – Education
Housing Needs
Assessment
Homeless Needs –
Families with Children
Anti-Poverty Strategy
This organization was invited
to participate in the
consultation process to provide
information regarding family
support and community
services.

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20 Service First
of Northern
California
Services – Housing
Services – Health
Services – Education
Services -
Employment
Housing Needs
Assessment
Economic Development
Homelessness Strategy
Non-Homeless Special
Needs
Anti-Poverty Strategy
This organization was invited
to participate in the
consultation process to provide
information regarding
community and supportive
services.

St. Mary's
Community
Services
Services – Housing
Services – Health
Services – Homeless
Housing Needs
Assessment
Homelessness Strategy
Non-Homeless Special
Needs
Anti-Poverty Strategy
This organization was invited
to participate in the
consultation process to provide
information regarding
community and supportive
services to unhoused persons.

STAND
Affordable
Housing
Housing
Services - Housing
Housing Needs
Assessment
Market Analysis
This organization was invited
to participate in the
consultation process to provide
information regarding efforts
to develop and invest in
affordable housing solutions.

Stockton
Emergency
Food Bank
Services – Health Non-Homeless Special
Needs
Anti-Poverty Strategy
This organization was invited
to participate in the
consultation process to provide
information regarding food
assistance.

The Well Business Leaders Economic Development This organization was invited to participate in the
consultation process to provide
information regarding
community and supportive
services.

United Way
of San
Joaquin
County
Services - Education
Services -
Homelessness
Housing Needs
Assessment
Homeless Needs –
Chronically Homeless
Homelessness Strategy
Non-Homeless Special
Needs
This organization was invited
to participate in the
consultation process to provide
information regarding efforts
to support community
development through
fundraising and grant
distribution.

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21 Visionary
Home
Builders of
California,
Inc.

Housing
Services - Housing
Housing Needs
Assessment
Market Analysis
This organization was invited
to participate in the
consultation process to provide
information regarding
affordable housing and
supportive services.

Table 2 – Agencies, groups, organizations who participated Identify any Agency Types not consulted and provide rationale for not consulting During Consolidated Plan development, the City of Stockton consulted a wide variety of agencies in-depth, including those listed in the table above. The City posted information on its website, Facebook page, sent out flyers to a mailing list of stakeholders, and advertised public hearings in the local newspaper. No agency types were intentionally excluded from participation.

Other local/regional/state/federal planning efforts considered when preparing the Plan Name of Plan Lead Organization How do the goals of your Strategic Plan overlap with
the goals of each plan?
Continuum of Care San Joaquin Human Services
Agency
As the largest city in the CoC,
the City of Stockton seeks to
coordinate with the CoC
throughout the consolidated
planning process as it relates
to state and federal resource
allocation.

City of Stockton 2023-2031
Housing Element
City of Stockton The Housing Element and
Consolidated Plan share goals
of increasing affordable
housing development,
reducing barriers to housing,
and promoting fair housing
opportunities.

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22 Envision Stockton 2040
General Plan
City of Stockton The Envision Stockton 2040
General Plan is built around a
series of goals, policies, and
actions that describe what
needs to be done to achieve
the community’s vision for
the future. The Consolidated
Plan and Annual Action Plans
serve as one avenue of
implementation of the
General Plan actions.

Regional Homeless Action
Plan
City of Stockton Through this Action Plan, the
County of San Joaquin, the
City of Stockton, and the San
Joaquin County Continuum of
Care (SJCoC) commit to
working jointly in a
coordinated, regional fashion
to make homelessness rare,
brief, and non-recurring.

Economic Development
Strategic Action Plan (EDSAP)
City of Stockton The EDSAP's goals of
strengthening local business
climate, developing workforce
capacity, and transforming
downtown align with the
Consolidated Plan's economic
development and
neighborhood revitalization
objectives.

Housing Action Plan City of Stockton Infrastructure planning and funding in areas that will
result in a public benefit to
the community, including
Downtown, Marina, South,
and East Stockton. The plan
also seeks to increase wealth
building opportunities in
Disadvantaged Areas, such
as job training, education, and
supportive services.

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23 Neighborhood Action Plan City of Stockton The main themes for the Neighborhood Actions Plans
are oriented around housing
development,
homeownership
opportunities/education,
environmental cleanup,
business support activities
(equipment, facades), and
infrastructure improvements.

Revised Displacement
Avoidance Plan (RDAP)
City of Stockton Intended to help the City
better understand
displacement risks, challenges
and opportunities households
face when trying to stay
housed and access housing.

City Council goals and
priorities
City of Stockton Members seek to increase
literacy, develop the
workforce, expand youth
programming, develop
solutions to address
homelessness, including
increasing the affordable
housing supply, and prioritize
economic development to
grow the local economy and
create employment
opportunities.

Table 3 – Other local / regional / federal planning efforts Describe cooperation and coordination with other public entities, including the State and any adjacent units of general local government, in the implementation of the Consolidated Plan (91.215(l))
The City of Stockton actively coordinates with various public entities in implementing the Consolidated Plan, including those listed in Table 2 and those that participate in the CoC.

The City's 2023-2031 Housing Element, required by California state law, provides a comprehensive analysis of housing needs and barriers to affordable housing development. The Housing Element's Assessment of Fair Housing (AFH) component follows the federal

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24 Affirmatively Furthering Fair Housing (AFFH) framework, ensuring a commitment for the City of Stockton to take active steps to promote fair housing.

The City also coordinates with the California Department of Housing and Community Development (HCD) to ensure Housing Element compliance and alignment with state housing goals, while simultaneously meeting federal Consolidated Plan requirements. This multi-level coordination helps streamline planning efforts and creates more effective implementation strategies for housing and community development programs.

Narrative (optional):

No further discussion.

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25 PR-15 Citizen Participation – 91.105, 91.115, 91.200(c) and 91.300(c)

1. Summary of citizen participation process/Efforts made to broaden citizen participation Summarize citizen participation process and how it impacted goal-setting EDD conducted a robust community participation process for its Consolidated and Annual Action Plans, and in alignment with the 2016 Citizen Participation Plan. EDD engaged in a multi-pronged approach to seek and obtain meaningful feedback from members of the public, agencies, and service providers. The community outreach and community participation process started in October 2024 and included a mix of in-person and online community meetings, community needs survey, focus groups, consultations, and public hearings. After its initial drafting, the Consolidated and Annual Action Plan are released for a 30-day public comment period, in which the public can review and make suggestions based on their own knowledge and experiences. Public comments are included in the plan’s content and many of them were fully incorporated.

The five methods of outreach were:

1. Community Needs Assessment Survey
The Community Needs Assessment (survey) was deployed online starting on October 23, 2024, through January 17, 2025.

Members of the public could access the online survey in both English and Spanish, as informed by the Language Access Plan.

The survey interface was easily accessible for desktop, tablet, and mobile device users. Using a platform that functioned well on cell phones was important, since many low- and moderate-income individuals and families may not have access to a desktop computer. Persons who live, work, and own businesses in Stockton were invited to provide insight and feedback regarding housing, neighborhood, social services, and economic development needs. EDD advertised the survey on its website, social media platforms, during community meetings, stakeholder conversations, and focus groups, as well as through EDD mailing lists. Flyers (printed in English and Spanish) were shared during in-person meetings, at local community centers and bulletin boards, and at community events attended by EDD staff. They were also shared electronically with local service providers and partners. Community meeting materials and flyers also included a Quick Response (QR) code so that potential respondents could quickly navigate to the survey page. Printed copies of the survey were made available (in both English and Spanish) at the in-person community meetings. EDD received 609 responses and the resulting analysis informs

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26 this Plan. The most common concerns shared by community members in the community needs assessment were the need for affordable housing, housing for vulnerable populations, and homeless prevention services.

2. Community Meetings
EDD held seven community meetings on the following dates:
• 11/6/2024: In-Person at Weston Ranch Library (Council District 6) • 11/7/2024: In-Person at Seifert Community Center (Council District 3) • 11/13/2024: In-Person at Oak Park Senior Center (Council District 4) • 11/14/2024: In-Person at McNair High School (Council District 1) • 11/20/2024: In-Person at Van Buskirk Community Center (Council District 5) • 12/4/2024: In-Person at Arnold Rue Community Center (Council District 2) • 12/11/2024: Virtual (City-Wide)
The meetings were advertised on EDD social media accounts, such as Facebook, Instagram and LinkedIn. Flyers (printed in English and Spanish) advertising the meetings were shared during in-person meetings, posted at local community centers and libraries, and over a dozen events attended by EDD staff. They were also shared electronically with local service providers and partners. The meetings were held on different days of the week and times to accommodate various audiences.

Spanish interpreters were available at each meeting. EDD worked with a consultant who provided a web platform for users to obtain more information about the virtual meetings, as well as register for the virtual meeting.

To close the knowledge gap about the Consolidated Plan, EDD staff completed a short presentation at the beginning of every meeting to educate attendees on the uses of the CDBG, HOME, and ESG grants. The meeting presentation also included attendee polls, a short discussion of local data on housing, economic development, and homelessness, overview of the survey, and an opportunity for questions and answers. Meeting materials and the community needs assessment were made available to the public on the EDD website.

The community meetings offered attendees an opportunity to provide feedback through polls, share their opinions on topics, and ask questions. The lack of affordable housing routinely emerged as the top concern, with the rise in homelessness being

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27 the second-most cited concern. The need for investment in public services was also a top concern. These concerns align with the results of the Community Needs Assessment described above.

3. One-on-One Stakeholder Consultations
EDD conducted six consultations with local and regional service providers and representatives of various City and County departments during the months of November 2024 through February 2025. The organizations consulted were Central Valley Low Income Housing Corporation (CVLIHC), Housing Authority of San Joaquin County (HASJC), National Association for the Advancement of Colored People (NAACP) Stockton Chapter, PREVAIL, San Joaquin County Environmental Health Department, and San Joaquin County Public Health Services. The aim of the stakeholder consultations was to gain insight into the needs of their client communities in order to inform the goals and priorities of the Consolidated Plan. EDD staff prepared a series of questions for stakeholders based on their areas of work to facilitate the discussion and gather pertinent feedback.

4. Focus Groups with Additional Community Organizations and Service Providers EDD hosted four virtual focus group meetings focused on affordable housing, homelessness services, economic development, and public services in November and December of 2024. As required by HUD, the aim of the focus groups was to gain insight into the needs of local stakeholders and their constituents in order to inform the goals and priorities of the Consolidated Plan. To guide the focus group discussions, EDD staff prepared a series of questions for stakeholder groups to facilitate the discussion. Twenty-four (24) service providers and community-based organizations attended and provided feedback during these focus groups.

5. Public Review and Public Hearing to consider approval of the Consolidated and Annual Action Plans A 30-day public notice was published on March 14, 2025, in the Stockton Record in English and Spanish, advertising a public hearing on March 26, 2025 at the Community Development Committee meeting at the City Hall Council Chambers, as well as a public hearing at the April 15, 2025 Council Meeting, regarding the draft versions of the Consolidated and Annual Action Plan. The notice encouraged residents to review the draft Plans and to attend the public hearings to present oral and written comments to the City Council for consideration in approving the document. Residents unable to attend the public hearing are encouraged to submit written comments to EDD up to and including the day of the public hearings.

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28 EDD hosted three in-person community meetings to present the draft plans:
• 3/13/25 in-person at the Oak Park Senior Center
• 3/19/25 in-person at the Van Buskirk Community Center • 3/26/25 in-person Community Development Committee meeting at the City Hall Council Chambers • 4/2/2025 in-person at Sierra Vista Community Center
• 4/8/2024 in-person at Weston Ranch Public Library
EDD published draft versions of the Plans for public comment period between March 14 – April 15, 2025. The draft Plans were available for review online at www.stocktonca.gov/housing and at the EDD office.

EDD held the public hearings at the March 26, 2025 Community Development Committee meeting and at the April 15, 2025 Council meeting, respectively, where the City Council officially adopted the 2025-2029 Consolidated Plan and 2025-2026 Annual Action Plan, and directed staff to submit them to HUD.

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29 Citizen Participation Outreach
Sort
Order
Mode of Outre
ach
Target of Outreach Summary of
response/
attendance
Summary of
comments received
Summary of
comments not
accepted
and reasons
URL (If
applicable)
1 Community
Needs
Assessment
Survey
Non-targeted broad/
community outreach
EDD received
609 responses
Need for affordable
housing, housing for
vulnerable populations,
and homeless prevention
services.

EDD accepted all
comments
received.
2 Public
Meetings
Non-targeted/broad
community outreach
Non-English Speaking
(Spanish)
EDD hosted
seven public
meetings and
attended over
a dozen
community
events,
receiving 1,076
votes on
investment
priorities
Lack of affordable housing,
rise in homelessness, and
need for public services
were the most cited
concerns.

EDD accepted all
comments
received.
3 Stakeholder
Consultations
Non-targeted/broad
community outreach
Minorities
Persons with
Disabilities
EDD hosted six
stakeholder
consultations
Concerns about rising in
housing costs and
homelessness, need for
supportive services and
regional collaboration.

EDD accepted all
comments
received.

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30 Sort
Order
Mode of Outre
ach
Target of Outreach Summary of
response/
attendance
Summary of
comments received
Summary of
comments not
accepted
and reasons
URL (If
applicable)
4 Focus Groups Non-targeted/broad
community outreach
Persons with
Disabilities
EDD hosted
four focus
groups with 24
organizations
attending
Concerns about rise in
housing costs and
homelessness, lack of
housing development
funding, need for
supportive services,
regional collaboration and
job training programs
EDD accepted all
comments
received.
5 Public
Hearing
Non-targeted/broad
community outreach
Hearing and
approval by
City Council
[Pending Summary of
comments received during
hearing]
EDD accepted all
comments
received.
6 Newspaper
Ad
Non-targeted/broad
community outreach
Non-English Speaking
(Spanish)
Ad for public
hearing
None received. Not applicable.
7 Email Blast
Campaigns
Non-targeted/broad
community outreach
Ads to promote
survey and
public
meetings
None received. Not applicable.
8 Social Media
Posts
Non-targeted/broad
community outreach
Non-English Speaking
(Spanish)
Ads to promote
survey and
public
meetings
None received. Not applicable.

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31 Sort
Order
Mode of Outre
ach
Target of Outreach Summary of
response/
attendance
Summary of
comments received
Summary of
comments not
accepted
and reasons
URL (If
applicable)
9 Community
Pop-Up
Events
Non-targeted/broad
community outreach
EDD staff
attended 13
existing
community
events to
promote the
survey and
public
meetings and
conducted an
interactive
voting activity
for
participants’
top 3 priorities
Need for affordable
housing, housing for
vulnerable populations,
and homeless prevention
services.

EDD accepted
all comments
received.

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32 Sort
Order
Mode of Outre
ach
Target of Outreach Summary of
response/
attendance
Summary of
comments received
Summary of
comments not
accepted
and reasons
URL (If
applicable)
10 Website
Postings
Non-targeted/broad
community outreach
Non-English Speaking
(Spanish)
A webpage
dedicated to
the
Consolidated
Plan including
the survey, a
schedule of the
community
meetings, and
a timeline of
the
Consolidated
Plan process
was created
and could be
accessed by the
public via the
City’s website.

None received. Not applicable. https://w
ww.stockt
onca.gov/
business/e
conomic_d
evelopmen
t/index.ph
p
https://sto
cktonca.civilspac
e.io/en/pr
ojects/you
r-voiceour-future
Table 4 – Citizen Participation Outreach

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33 Needs Assessment
NA-05 Overview
Needs Assessment Overview
The Needs Assessment portion of the Consolidated Plan, in conjunction with information gathered through consultations and the community participation process, provides a clear perspective on the needs of the City of Stockton with regard to affordable housing, special needs housing, homelessness, and community development. The analysis identifies the highest priority needs, which form the basis for the Strategic Plan section and the projects and activities to be administered over the five-year implementation period. The Needs Assessment is divided into six subsections, including:
• Housing Needs Assessment
• Disproportionately Greater Need
• Public Housing
• Homeless Needs Assessment
• Non-Homeless Needs Assessment
• Non-Housing Community Development Needs
Many of the data tables here use default values from HUD, based on the Comprehensive Housing Affordability Strategy (CHAS) dataset. This dataset was created by HUD using data from the Census Bureau’s 2016-2020 American Community Survey (ACS). Because of the way the data is collected, numbers for the same item might be different in different tables. For example, cost burden data might vary slightly because of how HUD and the Census Bureau estimate using multi-year survey data. The analysis in the next sections focuses more on the percentage of households by type and income level, rather than the exact number of households. This analysis also adds data from other sources to the supplement default data from HUD, especially in areas where data was not made available by HUD.

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34 NA-10 Housing Needs Assessment - 24 CFR 91.205 (a,b,c) Summary of Housing Needs
The following five subsections analyze housing needs within the City of Stockton based on household income level, household tenure, and household type. More specifically, the focus of the analysis is on the presence of certain housing problems among area households. Under existing HUD regulations, housing problems are defined to include:
• Cost burden, calculated as the proportion of a household’s total gross income that is spent on housing. For renters, housing costs are assumed to include rent paid by the tenant to the property owner, plus applicable utilities. For owner households, housing costs include all mortgage payments, taxes, insurance, and associated utilities. A household’s housing cost burden is considered to be excessive if applicable housing costs exceed 30 percent of gross income. Cost burden is considered to be severe if it exceeds 50 percent of gross income.
• Overcrowding, defined as the condition of having more than one person residing per room in a residence, excluding bathrooms, porches, foyers, halls, or half-rooms. Severe overcrowding is defined as the condition of having more than 1.5 persons per room. • Substandard housing conditions, defined as units lacking hot and cold piped water, and/or a flush toilet and a bathtub or shower; and/or kitchen facilities that lack a sink with piped water, and/or a range, stove, or refrigerator.

Demographic Overview
Demographics Base Year: 2015 Most Recent Year: 2020 % Change Population 299,725 311,105 4%
Households 92,435 95,235 3%
Median Income $44,797 $58,393 30%
Table 5 - Housing Needs Assessment Demographics
Data Source: Note for IDIS 2011-2015 ACS (Base Year), 2016-2020 ACS (Most Recent Year) The demographic summary data provided in Table 5 indicates that the City of Stockton gained nearly 11,380 new residents between the 2011-2015 and the 2016-2020 ACS survey periods, representing an increase of approximately four percent. This brought the total population within the City to an average of 311,105 between the years 2016 and 2020. More recent data (2018-2022 ACS 5-Year Estimates) indicates that the population of the City of Stockton has increased to 320,030, while the 2020 Decennial Census data indicate a population of 320,804.

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35 The ACS indicates that the number of households residing in the City of Stockton increased from an average of 92,435 between 2011 and 2015 to an average of 95,235 between 2016 and 2020.

In nominal terms, the median income of households residing within the city of Stockton increased significantly by 30 percent between the 2011-2015 and 2016-2020 ACS survey periods, rising from $44,797 to $58,393.

Number of Households Table
0-30%
HAMFI
>30-50%
HAMFI
>50-80%
HAMFI
>80-
100%
HAMFI
>100%
HAMFI
Total Households 14,530 13,345 17,440 10,635 39,290
Small Family Households 4,485 5,550 7,430 4,970 17,890
Large Family Households 1,575 2,625 3,545 2,265 7,625
Household contains at least one
person 62-74 years of age 3,030 2,645 3,540 2,460 10,905 Household contains at least one
person age 75 or older 2,065 1,775 2,130 1,005 3,685
Households with one or more
children 6 years old or younger 3,060 3,795 4,745 2,295 5,295 Table 6 - Total Households Table
Data Source: 2016-2020 CHAS
Table 6 identifies the average number of households that resided within the City of Stockton, by household type and income level between 2016 and 2020. Income levels are based on the percentage difference between the reported household income and the HUD-Adjusted Median Family Income (HAMFI). The HUD defined income levels presented in the table include:
• Extremely Low-Income: 0-30 percent
• Very Low-Income: more than 30 percent to 50 percent
• Low-Income: more than 50 percent to 80 percent
• Middle-Income: more than 80 percent to 100 percent
• Upper-Income: more than 100 percent
Based on the data from the CHAS dataset, an average of 55,950 households had incomes up to the median (i.e., up to 100 percent of the HAMFI) between 2016 and 2020, representing 59 percent of Stockton households. Approximately 45,315 households, about 47 percent of all households in the City of Stockton, qualified as lower income, with incomes that were equal to 80 percent or less of the HAMFI between 2016 and 2020. Of that total, an estimated 29 percent

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37 Housing Needs Summary Tables

1. Housing Problems (Households with one of the listed needs) Renter Owner
0-30%
AMI
>30-
50%
AMI
>50-
80%
AMI
>80-
100%
AMI
Total 0-30%
AMI
>30-
50%
AMI
>50-
80%
AMI
>80-
100%
AMI
Total

NUMBER OF HOUSEHOLDS
Substandard
Housing - Lacking
complete
plumbing or
kitchen facilities 415 285 200 60 960 40 4 35 10 89
Severely
Overcrowded -
With >1.51
people per room
(and complete
kitchen and
plumbing) 265 305 510 180 1,260 80 245 85 135 545
Overcrowded -
With 1.01-1.5
people per room
(and none of the
above problems) 785 955 1,290 285 3,315 25 180 490 305 1,000 Housing cost
burden greater
than 50% of
income (and
none of the
above problems) 7,090 3,490 905 55 11,540 2,240 1,570 1,090 225 5,125 Housing cost
burden greater
than 30% of
income (and
none of the
above problems) 860 3,240 4,315 1,205 9,620 310 710 2,035 1,440 4,495 Zero/negative
Income (and
none of the
above problems) 680 0 0 0 680 510 0 0 0 510
Table 7 – Housing Problems Table
Data Source: 2016-2020 CHAS

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38 Table 7 identifies the number of households that earned up to the median income that reported experiencing at least one housing problem, by tenure and income category, between 2016 and 2020. Note that due to rounding, and other methodological factors, the figures may differ from those reported elsewhere in this section. The table lists housing problems by their relative level of severity, with the most severe housing problems listed at the top of the table. If a household had more than one housing problem, they were included in the count of households with the more severe housing problem. For example, if a household was both costburdened and lived in substandard housing, they were counted in the category of households living in substandard housing.

Based on this data, only around 2 percent of Stockton households who earned up to the median income lived in substandard housing conditions, defined as the lack of complete plumbing and/or kitchen facilities. This included around 1,049 households. Most of these households, around 92 percent, were renter households, with only about 9 percent owning their own home. Around 93 percent were also considered lower income as defined by HUD, with household incomes equal to 80 percent or less of the HAMFI.

An estimated 11 percent of Stockton households, earning up to the median income, experienced some form of overcrowding. This included 6,120 households. Of this, nearly 30 percent experienced severe overcrowding, while the remaining 71 percent experienced less overcrowding. According to data provided by HUD, roughly 1,805 households were impacted by the more severe condition, and 4,315 households experienced less severe overcrowding.

Renter households accounted for most households earning up to the median income that experienced overcrowding. Overcrowded households were also more likely to be lower income, regardless of tenure.

Approximately 55 percent of all Stockton households with incomes up to the median had housing cost burdens exceeding 30 percent of income, which equaled an estimated 30,780households. Of those, 46 percent experienced a cost burden that was greater than 30 percent but less than 50 percent of gross income, while 54 percent experienced more severe cost burdens of greater than 50 percent of gross income. Overall, cost burdened households with incomes up to the median were more likely to be renters. Renter households accounted for 69 percent of all severely cost burdened households with incomes up to the median, and 68 percent of households with less severe cost burdens and incomes up to the median. Regardless of tenure, the households most likely to experience excessive cost burdens were those in the extremely low- and very low-income categories.

Households with zero or negative incomes represented only a small minority of Stockton households. According to the data provided, there were only around 1,190 households in Stockton with zero or negative incomes between 2016 and 2020, which accounted for only 2

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2. Housing Problems 2 (Households with one or more Severe Housing Problems: Lacks kitchen or complete plumbing, severe overcrowding, severe cost burden) Renter Owner
0-30%
AMI
>30-
50%
AMI
>50-
80%
AMI
>80-
100%
AMI
Total 0-30%
AMI
>30-
50%
AMI
>50-
80%
AMI
>80-
100%
AMI
Total

NUMBER OF HOUSEHOLDS
Having 1 or
more of four
housing
problems 8,555 5,030 2,910 575 17,070 2,390 2,000 1,700 675 6,765 Having none
of four
housing
problems 2,415 4,140 7,415 4,310 18,280 1,170 2,175 5,420 5,075 13,840 Household
has negative
income, but
none of the
other
housing
problems 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0
Table 8 – Housing Problems 2
Data Source: 2016-2020 CHAS
Table 8 provides an alternative presentation of the data reported in Table 7. It displays the number of households with incomes up to the median without housing problems, with one or more of the four HUD-defined housing problems (i.e., the housing lacks complete kitchen facilities, the housing units lack complete plumbing facilities, the household is overcrowded, and the household is cost burdened), and households with negative income. Based on the data provided in Table 8, an estimated 23,835 households, or around 43 percent of all Stockton households with incomes up to the median, experienced at least one of the four reported housing problems. Most of these households, regardless of tenure, fell into the lower-income categories, with the largest percentages evident among very low- and extremely low-income renters. Around 32,120 households, 57 percent of households with incomes up to the median,

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40 experienced none of the four reported housing problems. Most of these households, regardless of tenure, were either low- or middle-income. Renter households of all income categories up to the median accounted for a majority (approximately 72 percent) of the households experiencing one or more housing problems.

3. Cost Burden > 30%
Renter Owner
0-30%
AMI
>30-50%
AMI
>50-80%
AMI
Total 0-30%
AMI
>30-50%
AMI
>50-80%
AMI
Total

NUMBER OF HOUSEHOLDS
Small Related 3,450 3,825 2,995 10,270 630 770 1,295 2,695 Large Related 1,205 1,480 855 3,540 220 680 645 1,545
Elderly 1,990 1,375 825 4,190 1,360 990 910 3,260
Other 2,585 1,315 1,260 5,160 485 170 445 1,100
Total need by
income
9,230 7,995 5,935 23,160 2,695 2,610 3,295 8,600
Table 9 – Cost Burden > 30%
Data Source: 2016-2020 CHAS
Table 9 provides additional detail regarding the characteristics of lower-income households with incomes up to 80 percent of area median income (AMI) with cost burdens greater than 30 percent. This includes those households with cost burdens of greater than 50 percent of income. Because the estimates in Table 9 are different from those in other parts of this section, this analysis looks at the percentage of households by type and income category instead.

Based on the available data, most of the lower income cost burdened households, around 44 percent, were small, related households, with between two and four members. The households were similarly distributed between the three other household types, including large, related households (with five or more members), elderly households (whose head, spouse, or sole member is at least 62 years of age), and "Other" households. Large, related households accounted for around 16.0 percent, elderly households accounted for 24 percent, and all other households accounted for 16.2 percent.

Among all four household types, most of the lower income cost burdened households were renters. Though consistent with this trend, elderly cost burdened households included an above average proportion of homeowners, at around 44 percent, compared to an overall average of 27 percent. The data also indicates that cost burdened renter households were primarily extremely low- and very low-income, while cost burdened homeowner households primarily fell into the low-income category.

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Renter Owner
0-30%
AMI
>30-50%
AMI
>50-80%
AMI
Total 0-30%
AMI
>30-50%
AMI
>50-
80%
AMI
Total

NUMBER OF HOUSEHOLDS
Small Related 0 0 1,920 1,920 575 600 0 1,175
Large Related 0 0 520 520 205 465 45 715
Elderly 1,575 725 240 2,540 1,145 600 420 2,165
Other 0 2,410 625 3,035 430 0 0 430
Total need by
income
1,575 3,135 3,305 8,015 2,355 1,665 465 4,485
Table 10 – Cost Burden > 50%
Data Source: 2016-2020 CHAS
Similar to above, Table 10 provides additional detail regarding the characteristics of lowerincome households with cost burdens greater than 50 percent of household income. Again, the majority of the severely cost burdened households in this group, around 25 percent, were small, related households, with between two and four members. The remaining households were fairly equally divided between large, related households accounting for around 10 percent, elderly households accounting for 38 percent, and all other households accounting for 28 percent.

Among all four household types, the majority of lower income severely cost burdened households were renters. The data indicates that severely cost burdened renter households were primarily very low- and low-income, while severely cost burdened owner households were more heavily concentrated in the extremely low-income category. Elderly households showed above average proportions of homeownership, at 46 percent, compared to an overall average of 36 percent for all household types.

5. Crowding (More than one person per room)
Renter Owner
0-30%
AMI
>30-
50%
AMI
>50-
80%
AMI
>80-
100%
AMI
Total 0-
30%
AMI
>30-
50%
AMI
>50-
80%
AMI
>80-
100%
AMI
Total

NUMBER OF HOUSEHOLDS
Single family
households 945 960 1,360 345 3,610 125 335 380 270 1,110

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0-30%
AMI
>30-
50%
AMI
>50-
80%
AMI
>80-
100%
AMI
Total 0-
30%
AMI
>30-
50%
AMI
>50-
80%
AMI
>80-
100%
AMI
Total
Multiple,
unrelated family
households 75 290 455 105 925 0 95 195 170 460
Other, nonfamily
households 35 50 75 15 175 0 0 0 0 0
Total need by
income
1,055 1,300 1,890 465 4,710 125 430 575 440 1,570
Table 11 – Crowding Information – 1/2
Data Source: 2016-2020 CHAS
Table 11 identifies the number of households with up to median incomes experiencing overcrowding by household type, tenure, and income category. According to these data, individual families comprised an estimated 75 percent of lower income overcrowded households. Households composed of multiple, unrelated families accounted for 22 percent of all overcrowded households with up to median incomes, while other non-family households accounted for only 3 percent. Again, most households with up to median incomes experiencing overcrowding were renter households. For example, an estimated 77 percent of overcrowded single-family households with up to median incomes were renters, as were 67 percent of multiple unrelated family households, and 100 percent of overcrowded non-family households.

The data indicates that approximately 86 percent of the reported overcrowded households were lower-income, with around 47 percent falling into the extremely low- and very lowincome categories. Overcrowded single-family households generally follow this same income distribution pattern. Multiple unrelated family households were more likely to be in the lowincome categories with 33 percent of these households falling into the extremely low- and very low-income categories. Overcrowded households made up of multiple, unrelated families were also more likely to be lower income but also had larger proportions of moderate-income households compared to the other household types.

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0-30%
AMI
>30-
50%
AMI
>50-
80%
AMI
Total 0-30%
AMI
>30-
50%
AMI
>50-
80%
AMI
Total
Households
with Children
Present
Table 12 – Crowding Information – 2/2
NOTE: This data cannot be provided because it was not collected in the 2016-2020 CHAS nor the 2016-2020 ACS.

Describe the number and type of single person households in need of housing assistance.

Based on the available 2018-2022 ACS data and CHAS data tables for 2016-2020, we can provide a more comprehensive analysis of single person households in need of housing assistance in Stockton.

According to recent ACS estimates, there are approximately 23,578 householders living alone in Stockton, representing roughly 23.6% of all households (99,937 total households). While the CHAS data tables do not directly break out single-person households, we can look at the "Other" household category in Tables 9 and 10 as an indicator of housing problems faced by non-family households, which includes single-person households. According to this data, approximately 5,160 lower-income "Other" renter households and 1,100 lower-income "Other" owner households experience cost burdens greater than 30% of their income. Of these, about 3,035 renter households and 430 owner households face severe cost burdens exceeding 50% of their income.

Estimate the number and type of families in need of housing assistance who are disabled or victims of domestic violence, dating violence, sexual assault and stalking.

Data on domestic violence is not available in the 2018-2022 ACS; however, local organizations provide critical support to victims. In their 2023-2024 fiscal year, PREVAIL assisted 2,114 domestic violence victims and 175 sexual assault victims through their 24-hour helplines. They provided emergency shelter to 245 adults and 159 children across their shelters, including DAWN House, which alone sheltered 172 adults and 113 children. Additionally, 209 children received one-on-one counseling through the Just for Kids program for issues related to domestic violence, child abuse, and neglect. The Safe House emergency shelter accommodated 92 youth aged 12-17, while the Opportunity House transitional living program housed 26 adults and 3 children. The Drop-In Center served 274 youth. Furthermore, PREVAIL supported 1,608 non-resident victims of domestic violence and 825 non-resident victims of sexual assault. These figures highlight the significant need for housing assistance among disabled individuals and victims of domestic violence, dating violence, sexual assault, and stalking in the community.

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44 What are the most common housing problems?
According to the data reported in Table 7, the most common housing problems among Stockton households with incomes up to the median are excessive cost burden and overcrowding. Approximately 61 percent of households with incomes up to the median had housing cost burdens exceeding 30 percent of income, which equaled an estimated 32,484 households. Of those, 43 percent experienced a cost burden that was greater than 30 percent but less than 50 percent of gross income, while 57 percent experienced more severe cost burdens exceeding 50 percent of gross income. Overcrowding represents a less prevalent but still significant housing problem among Stockton households, affecting around 11 percent of households with incomes up to the median, or around 6,120 households. Of these overcrowded households, 30 percent experienced severe overcrowding, while the remaining 70 percent experienced less overcrowding.

Are any populations/household types more affected than others by these problems? The data shows that renters and extremely low-income households are disproportionately affected by housing problems. Renter households account for 72 percent of all severely cost burdened households with incomes up to the median, and 68 percent of households with less severe cost burdens. Based on Table 9, among lower income cost burdened households, small, related households represent the largest affected group at 44 percent. The remaining households are fairly equally divided between large, related households (16 percent), elderly households (24 percent), and “other” households (16 percent). While renters are generally more affected, elderly households show higher rates of homeownership among the costburdened, with 44 percent being homeowners compared to the overall average of 27 percent.

Describe the characteristics and needs of low-income individuals and families with children (especially extremely low-income) who are currently housed but are at imminent risk of either residing in shelters or becoming unsheltered 91.205(c)/91.305(c)). Also discuss the needs of formerly homeless families and individuals who are receiving rapid re-housing assistance and are nearing the termination of that assistance While the availability of data quantifying the number and characteristics of individuals and families at-risk of homelessness is limited, the federal definition for at-risk persons, described in the following section, provides a useful foundation upon which to generate rough estimates using the available Census and HUD datasets. According to Table 6, there are approximately 14,530 households in the City of Stockton with incomes equal to, or less than, 30 percent of the HAMFI. Based on the federal definition, these households meet the primary threshold for being considered at-risk of homelessness. Around 31 percent are small-family households, while only 11 percent are large-families, and 21 percent contain children that are six years old or younger.

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45 Around 35 percent are households with at least one member age 62 or over, an increase of 11 percent from the amount reported in the 2011-2015 CHAS.

Other important indicators include the prevalence of housing problems, and other characteristics that are often associated with housing instability and an increased risk of homelessness. For example, of the estimated 14,530 households in the extremely low-income category, around 59 percent experienced at least one of the four housing problems reported by HUD. Data presented in Table 7 indicate that around 49 percent of extremely low-income households had housing costs exceeding 50 percent of income, while five percent experienced some form of overcrowding, two percent lived in substandard housing, and five percent had zero or negative incomes. This indicates that these households may be at increased risk of experiencing homelessness.

While there are multiple models for housing and supportive service provision, the ESG and CoC regulations emphasizes the housing first model, which focuses on providing homeless persons with housing as quickly as is practicable and limiting supportive services to those that are critical to immediately supporting stable housing, while other needs are addressed through available existing mainstream resources. Consultations with homeless service providers indicate that individuals and families at risk of homelessness or residing in shelters are most in need of rapid rehousing assistance so they can remain in their home, or assistance finding an affordable alternative unit. For families that must move, finding quality units in safe neighborhoods that allow their children to remain in their existing or better schools is critically important.

The City provides funding and partners with Homeless Prevention and Rapid Re-Housing Program (HPRP) providers to provide homeless prevention assistance to households who would otherwise become homeless and provides rapid re-housing assistance for persons who are currently homeless. For individuals and families receiving rapid rehousing assistance but nearing the end of that assistance, consultations indicate their greatest need is ability to secure and maintain a steady source of income. In some cases, this may require vocational training or life skills training to prepare them for the workforce. In other cases, this may require assistance with transportation to and from work and/or assistance locating affordable childcare services which allow them to attend work.

If a jurisdiction provides estimates of the at-risk population(s), it should also include a description of the operational definition of the at-risk group and the methodology used to generate the estimates:

For the purposes of this analysis, the City of Stockton utilizes the federal definition for individuals and families at-risk of homelessness, as defined under 24 CFR 576.2 and copied

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24 CFR 576.2
(1) An individual or family who:
(i) Has an annual income below 30 percent of median family income for the area, as determined by HUD;
(ii) Does not have sufficient resources or support networks, e.g., family, friends, faithbased or other social networks, immediately available to prevent them from moving to an emergency shelter or another place described in paragraph (1) of the “homeless” definition in this section; and
(iii) Meets one of the following conditions:
(A) Has moved because of economic reasons two or more times during the 60 days immediately preceding the application for homelessness prevention assistance;
(B) Is living in the home of another because of economic hardship; (C) Has been notified in writing that their right to occupy their current housing or living situation will be terminated within 21 days after the date of application for assistance;
(D) Lives in a hotel or motel and the cost of the hotel or motel stay is not paid by charitable organizations or by Federal, State, or local government programs for low-income individuals;
(E) Lives in a single-room occupancy or efficiency apartment unit in which there reside more than two persons or lives in a larger housing unit in which there reside more than 1.5 persons reside per room, as defined by the U.S. Census Bureau;
(F) Is exiting a publicly funded institution, or system of care (such as a healthcare facility, a mental health facility, foster care or other youth facility, or correction program or institution); or
(G) Otherwise lives in housing that has characteristics associated with instability and an increased risk of homelessness, as identified in the recipient's approved consolidated plan;

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47 (2) A child or youth who does not qualify as “homeless” under this section, but qualifies as “homeless” under section 387(3) of the Runaway and Homeless Youth Act, section 637(11) of the Head Start Act, section 41403(6) of the Violence Against Women Act of 1994, section 330(h)(5)(A) of the Public Health Service Act, section 3(m) of the Food and Nutrition Act of 2008, or section 17(b)(15) of the Child Nutrition Act of 1966; or (3) A child or youth who does not qualify as “homeless” under this section, but qualifies as “homeless” under section 725(2) of the McKinney-Vento Homeless Assistance Act, and the parent(s) or guardian(s) of that child or youth if living with her or him.

Specify particular housing characteristics that have been linked with instability and an increased risk of homelessness
In Stockton, the housing market has some issues that make it hard for very low-income households to find stable housing and avoid homelessness. Based on the CHAS data, the housing characteristics most closely linked to instability include severe cost burden (paying more than 50 percent of income for housing) and overcrowding. Because of these problems, low-income households often must choose housing that costs more than they can afford or share housing with others. According to Table 7, these problems disproportionately affect extremely low and very low-income households, with 7,090 extremely low-income renter households facing severe cost burdens. Overcrowding can lead to unstable living conditions, and 1,055 extremely low-income renter households experience this.

For very low-income households, high housing costs and overcrowding can lead to a high risk of homelessness. Factors that increase this risk include losing a job or being unemployed for a long time or personal issues like poor health, mental illness, substance abuse, and domestic violence.

The COVID pandemic also drove higher income households to seek more affordable housing in surrounding markets, further exacerbating this trend and leading to fewer affordable housing options for low-income residents in Stockton.

Discussion
The 2016-2020 data reveal significant housing challenges in Stockton, particularly affecting extremely low and very low-income households. The prevalence of severe cost burdens and overcrowding among the lowest income households indicates a need for targeted interventions to address these issues. Renter households face disproportionate challenges, though elderly households show high rates of problems regardless of tenure. These patterns suggest a need for comprehensive strategies to address both affordability and overcrowding issues, with particular attention to the needs of the most vulnerable households.

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48 NA-15 Disproportionately Greater Need: Housing Problems – 91.205 (b)(2) Assess the need of any racial or ethnic group that has disproportionately greater need in comparison to the needs of that category of need as a whole.

Introduction
A disproportionately greater need exists when members of a given racial or ethnic group, at a given income level, experience housing problems at a greater rate (10 percentage points or more) than do households within that same income level. Using this threshold, the analysis examines 2016-2020 CHAS data provided by HUD for the City of Stockton to identify households experiencing disproportionately greater need. The assessment considers both severe and less severe housing problems across four main categories: lack of complete kitchen facilities, lack of complete plumbing facilities, overcrowding, and cost burden. This comprehensive approach allows for identification of disparities across different racial and ethnic groups within specific income levels.
0%-30% of Area Median Income (AMI)
Housing Problems Has one or more
of four housing
problems
Has none of the
four housing
problems
Household has
no/negative
income, but none
of the other
housing
problems
Jurisdiction as a whole 12,115 2,405 0
White 2,710 585 0
Black / African American 2,675 395 0
Asian 1,970 650 0
American Indian, Alaska Native 30 4 0
Pacific Islander 40 25 0
Hispanic 4,175 700 0
Table 13 - Disproportionally Greater Need 0 - 30% AMI
Data Source: 2016-2020 CHAS
Table 13 reports the number of extremely low-income (30 percent of AMI or less) households by racial and ethnic group that experienced one or more of the four housing problems discussed previously, as well as the number of households that experience none of the four housing problems. According to these data, approximately 83 percent of extremely low-income households in Stockton experienced one or more of the four housing problems. Four out of the reported racial and ethnic groups had a lower prevalence of housing problems, compared to

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49 extremely low-income households citywide. Black/African American and Hispanic households were more likely to experience housing problems, though not to a disproportionate degree (i.e., less than 10 percent higher than the citywide average for all racial groups considered extremely low-income). The American Indian and Alaska Native population was also highly likely to experience housing problems (88 percent) but it is difficult to infer trends based on the small population size. This indicates that none of the identified racial and ethnic groups experienced a disproportionately greater need compared to all extremely low-income households.
30%-50% of Area Median Income
Housing Problems Has one or more
of four housing
problems
Has none of the
four housing
problems
Household has
no/negative
income, but none
of the other
housing
problems
Jurisdiction as a whole 10,980 2,360 0
White 1,880 495 0
Black / African American 2,095 185 0
Asian 1,630 405 0
American Indian, Alaska Native 4 4 0
Pacific Islander 65 0 0
Hispanic 4,850 1,230 0
Table 14 - Disproportionally Greater Need 30 - 50% AMI
Data Source: 2016-2020 CHAS
Table 14 reports the number of very low-income (between 30 and 50 percent of AMI) households by racial and ethnic group that experience one or more of the four housing problems. Approximately 82 percent of very low-income households in Stockton experienced one or more of the four housing problems. Most racial and ethnic groups listed had similar rates of experiencing housing problems compared to the citywide average, with some variation.

Hispanic households showed a higher prevalence, with an estimated 80 percent experiencing at least one housing problem, though not reaching the threshold of disproportionate need.

Black/African American households had a rate of nearly 92 percent experiencing at least one housing problem, which is about 10 percent above the citywide average. American Indian, Alaska Native, and Pacific Islander households showed varying rates, but due to their small sample sizes, these percentages should be interpreted with caution.

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50 50%-80% of Area Median Income
Housing Problems Has one or more
of four housing
problems
Has none of the
four housing
problems
Household has
no/negative
income, but none
of the other
housing
problems
Jurisdiction as a whole 10,965 6,480 0
White 2,125 1,840 0
Black / African American 1,610 370 0
Asian 1,285 1,005 0
American Indian, Alaska Native 15 15 0
Pacific Islander 20 19 0
Hispanic 5,210 3,025 0
Table 15 - Disproportionally Greater Need 50 - 80% AMI
Data Source: 2016-2020 CHAS
Table 15 reports the number of low-income (between 50 and 80 percent of AMI) households, by racial and ethnic group that experienced one or more of the four housing problems.

Approximately 63 percent of low-income households in Stockton experienced one or more of the four housing problems. Nearly 51 percent of low-income Pacific Islander households experienced at least one of the reported housing problems, indicating that these households had a lower prevalence of housing problems compared to other low-income households within the city. Low-income households belonging to Black/African American and Hispanic racial and ethnic groups experienced higher rates of housing problems than low-income households citywide, at 81 percent and 63 percent respectively. Low-income American Indian, Alaska Native households, on the other hand, showed a 50 percent rate of experiencing one or more housing problems. However, given the small sample sizes for Pacific Islander, American Indian, and Alaska Native households, these percentages should be interpreted with caution. 80%-100% of Area Median Income
Housing Problems Has one or more
of four housing
problems
Has none of the
four housing
problems
Household has
no/negative
income, but none
of the other
housing
problems
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White 660 1,595 0

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problems
Household has
no/negative
income, but none
of the other
housing
problems
Black / African American 670 705 0
Asian 715 1,020 0
American Indian, Alaska Native 0 25 0
Pacific Islander 60 0 0
Hispanic 1,670 3,160 0
Table 16 - Disproportionally Greater Need 80 - 100% AMI Data Source: 2016-2020 CHAS
Table 16 reports the number of middle-income (between 80 and 100 percent of AMI) households by racial and ethnic group that experienced one or more of the four housing problems. Approximately 37 percent of middle-income households in Stockton experienced one or more of the four housing problems. Though middle-income households in three of the reported racial and ethnic groups had an above average percentage of households that experienced one or more housing problems, Black / African American households (at 49 percent) and Pacific Islander households (at 100 percent) exceeded the threshold defined by HUD for disproportionately greater need. All Pacific Islander households considered middleincome experienced one or more of the defined housing problems. However, due to the small sample size, this percentage should be interpreted with caution.

Discussion
Using the data for the City of Stockton provided in Tables 13 through 16, and the previously identified methodology for determining disproportionately greater need prescribed by HUD, the analysis shows varying levels of housing problems across income categories and racial/ethnic groups. The data indicates that extremely low-, very low-, and middle-income Pacific Islander households experienced notably higher rates of housing problems than other households in the same income categories. Black/African American households also showed consistently higher rates of housing problems across most income categories, though generally not meeting the threshold for disproportionate impact.

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52 NA-20 Disproportionately Greater Need: Severe Housing Problems – 91.205 (b)(2)
Assess the need of any racial or ethnic group that has disproportionately greater need in comparison to the needs of that category of need as a whole.

Introduction
As discussed in the prior section, a disproportionately greater need exists when the members of a racial or ethnic group at a given income level experience housing problems at a greater rate than that of all households at the same income level. The following assessment expands on the analysis conducted under section NA-15. This section focuses on those households that experience the four severe housing problems, including lacks complete kitchen facilities, lacks complete plumbing facilities, severe overcrowding (more than 1.5 persons per room), severe cost burden (housing costs over 50% of income).
0%-30% of Area Median Income (AMI)
Severe Housing Problems Has one or more
of four housing
problems
Has none of the
four housing
problems
Household has
no/negative
income, but none
of the other
housing
problems
Jurisdiction as a whole 10,945 3,585 0
White 2,475 825 0
Black / African American 2,340 730 0
Asian 1,775 840 0
American Indian, Alaska Native 20 10 0
Pacific Islander 40 25 0
Hispanic 3,825 1,050 0
Table 17 – Severe Housing Problems 0 - 30% AMI
Data Source: 2016-2020 CHAS
Table 17 reports the number of extremely low-income (30 percent of AMI or less) households by racial and ethnic group that experience one or more of the severe housing problems introduced. Approximately 75 percent of extremely low-income households in Stockton experienced one or more of the four severe housing problems. None of the racial and ethnic groups showed a disproportionately greater prevalence of severe housing problems compared to extremely low-income households citywide. Hispanic and Black/African American households

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Severe Housing Problems Has one or more
of four housing
problems
Has none of the
four housing
problems
Household has
no/negative
income, but none
of the other
housing
problems
Jurisdiction as a whole 7,030 6,315 0
White 1,145 1,230 0
Black / African American 1,500 775 0
Asian 1,155 875 0
American Indian, Alaska Native 4 4 0
Pacific Islander 50 15 0
Hispanic 2,860 3,220 0
Table 18 – Severe Housing Problems 30 - 50% AMI
Data Source: 2016-2020 CHAS
Table 18 reports the number of very low-income (between 30 and 50 percent of AMI) households by racial and ethnic group that experience one or more of the severe housing problems. Approximately 53 percent of very low-income households in Stockton experienced one or more of the four severe housing problems. Black / African American and Pacific Islander households showed a disproportionate prevalence of severe housing problems, with approximately 66 and 77 percent experiencing one or more severe housing problems, respectively. Asian households experienced a slightly higher rate of severe housing problems at 57 percent, though not reaching the threshold for disproportionate need. 50%-80% of Area Median Income
Severe Housing Problems Has one or more
of four housing
problems
Has none of the
four housing
problems
Household has
no/negative
income, but none
of the other
housing
problems
Jurisdiction as a whole 4,610 12,835 0
White 1,000 2,975 0
Black / African American 925 1,050 0

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of four housing
problems
Has none of the
four housing
problems
Household has
no/negative
income, but none
of the other
housing
problems
Asian 720 1,575 0
American Indian, Alaska Native 15 15 0
Pacific Islander 0 45 0
Hispanic 1,750 6,480 0
Table 19 – Severe Housing Problems 50 - 80% AMI
Data Source: 2016-2020 CHAS
Table 19 reports the number of low-income (between 50 and 80 percent of AMI) households by racial and ethnic group that experienced one or more of the four severe housing problems.

Approximately 26 percent of low-income households in Stockton experienced one or more of the four severe housing problems. Among the racial and ethnic groups, American Indian, Alaska Native households experienced a higher rate at 50 percent, though the small sample size makes this statistic less reliable. Black/African American households experienced a rate of 47 percent, reaching the threshold for disproportionate need.
80%-100% of Area Median Income
Severe Housing Problems Has one or more
of four housing
problems
Has none of the
four housing
problems
Household has
no/negative
income, but none
of the other
housing
problems
Jurisdiction as a whole 1,250 9,385 0
White 205 2,045 0
Black / African American 85 1,290 0
Asian 370 1,375 0
American Indian, Alaska Native 0 25 0
Pacific Islander 45 20 0
Hispanic 545 4,285 0
Table 20 – Severe Housing Problems 80 - 100% AMI
Data Source: 2016-2020 CHAS
Table 20 reports the number of middle-income (between 80 and 100 percent of AMI) households by racial and ethnic group that experienced one or more of the four severe housing

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Discussion
Using the 2016-2020 CHAS data for the City of Stockton provided in Tables 17 through 20, and applying HUD’s methodology for determining disproportionately greater need, the analysis shows varying experiences of severe housing problems across income categories. While Black/African American households in the low-income category experienced elevated rates of severe housing problems (66 percent compared to 53 percent citywide). American Indian, Alaska Native households showed high rates of severe housing problems in low-income categories (50 percent compared to 26 percent citywide), while Pacific Islander households in the middle-income category experienced severe housing problems at a notably even higher rate (69 percent compared to 12 percent citywide). However, it's important to note that small sample sizes for several racial and ethnic groups, particularly American Indian, Alaska Native, and Pacific Islander households, affect the statistical reliability of these findings.

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56 NA-25 Disproportionately Greater Need: Housing Cost Burdens – 91.205 (b)(2) Assess the need of any racial or ethnic group that has disproportionately greater need in comparison to the needs of that category of need as a whole.

Introduction
As discussed in prior sections, a disproportionately greater need exists when the members of a racial or ethnic group at a given income level experience housing problems at a greater rate (10 percentage points or more) than do all households citywide within that income level. The following assessment expands on the analysis conducted under section NA-15. This section focuses on the relative burden placed on households regarding housing costs by race and ethnic group.

Housing Cost Burden
Housing Cost Burden <=30% 30-50% >50% No / negative
income (not
computed)
Jurisdiction as a whole 55,500 19,470 18,925 1,335
White 16,770 4,200 4,565 380
Black / African
American 5,110 3,095 4,135 210
Asian 10,920 2,535 3,070 310
American Indian,
Alaska Native 170 10 24 0
Pacific Islander 185 50 45 25
Hispanic 20,475 8,640 6,215 380
Table 21 – Greater Need: Housing Cost Burdens AMI
Data Source: 2016-2020 CHAS
The data reported in Table 21 identifies the number of households by race and ethnic category and categorizes them by the percentage of household income that is dedicated to housing and housing-related costs. As discussed previously, households are considered burdened when housing and related costs are greater than 30 percent of household income. According to the data provided by HUD, 59 percent of all households in Stockton had housing costs that were equal to or less than 30 percent of household income. By comparison, an estimated 21 percent of households spent between 30 and 50 percent of their income for housing costs. The remaining 20 percent of households have housing costs equal to more than 50 percent of

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Asian households showed a relatively similar distribution of cost burden compared to the jurisdiction, with about 66 percent paying less than 30 percent of income toward housing costs.

By contrast, Black/African American households showed a notably higher rate of severe cost burden, with approximately 33 percent paying more than 50 percent of their income toward housing costs, compared to the citywide rate of 20 percent. Hispanic households also showed elevated rates of housing cost burden, with 23 percent paying between 30 and 50 percent of income toward housing costs.

Discussion
Using the data for the City of Stockton provided in Table 21 and the previously identified methodology for determining disproportionately greater need, the analysis indicates that Black/African American households experience housing cost burdens at a disproportionately greater rate, especially regarding severe cost burden (more than 50 percent of income). While several other racial and ethnic groups show elevated rates of housing cost burden compared to the jurisdiction, none exceed the 10 percentage point threshold required to be considered a disproportionately greater need.

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58 NA-30 Disproportionately Greater Need: Discussion – 91.205(b)(2) Are there any Income categories in which a racial or ethnic group has disproportionately greater need than the needs of that income category as a whole? The 2016-2020 CHAS data reveal several instances where racial and ethnic groups experienced disproportionately greater housing needs as discussed in sections NA-15, NA-20, and NA-25. An analysis of the aforementioned tables revealed the following:
• Black/African American households in the very low-income level were disproportionately affected by one or more of the four housing problems had a rate of nearly 92 percent experiencing at least one housing problem (92 percent compared to the Citywide average of 82 percent).
• Black/African American households experienced disproportionately higher rates of housing problems than low-income households citywide, at rate of 81 percent compared to the Citywide average of 63 percent.
• Black / African American households (at 49 percent) and Pacific Islander households (at 100 percent) at the middle-income level were disproportionately affected by one or more of the four housing problems compared to the Citywide average of 37 percent.

However, due to the small sample size of Pacific Islander households, this percentage should be interpreted with caution.
• Approximately 53 percent of very low-income households in Stockton experienced one or more of the four severe housing problems. Black / African American and Pacific Islander households showed a disproportionate prevalence of severe housing problems, with approximately 66 and 77 percent experiencing one or more severe housing problems, respectively.
• Black/African American households (at 47 percent) and American Indian, Alaska Native households (at 50 percent) at the low-income level disproportionately experienced one or more of the four severe housing problems compared to the Citywide average of 26 percent. Though, given the small sample size of the American Indian, Alaska Native population it makes this statistic less reliable.
• Approximately 12 percent of middle-income households in Stockton experienced a severe housing problem. Pacific Islander households showed the disproportionately higher rates of severe housing problems at 69 percent, exceeding the citywide average by 57 percentage points. However, due to the small sample size, these results should be interpreted with caution.

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59 If they have needs not identified above, what are those needs? The analysis focused specifically on housing problems (including substandard housing, overcrowding, and cost burden) and severe housing problems as defined by HUD. While these metrics captured significant housing challenges, they may not fully reflect other related needs such as transportation access, proximity/access to employment centers or quality schools, or other access to neighborhood amenities like grocery stores.

Are any of those racial or ethnic groups located in specific areas or neighborhoods in your community?
With a relatively diverse minority population, a variety of areas throughout the City of Stockton contain notable concentrations of minority residents. However, very few of these areas contain a concentration of racial or ethnic groups identified above as having a disproportionately greater need of housing assistance that reach the HUD based threshold of 51 percent. While the CHAS data does not provide neighborhood-level geographic distribution of housing needs, this information can be found in other sections of the Consolidated Plan, particularly the MA-50 section, which provides a more detailed analysis of residential patterns and concentrations of racial/ethnic groups within Stockton.

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60 NA-35 Public Housing – 91.205(b)
Introduction
The following section provides a summary of existing public housing resources and discusses the needs of public housing residents. Because the City of Stockton does not own or operate public housing, this information is provided by the Housing Authority of the County of San Joaquin (HACSJ). The data reported in the tables provided below are from HACSJ and HUD's Public and Indian Housing Information Center (PIC) dataset, an administrative system that manages financial and inventory controls over the Housing Choice Voucher and Public Housing programs.

Totals in Use
Program Type
Certificate ModRehabPublic
Housing
Vouchers
Total Project
-based
Tenant
-based
Special Purpose Voucher
Veterans
Affairs
Supportive
Housing
Family
Unification
Program
Disabled
*
# of
units/vouchers
in use
0 0 890 4,396 676 3,349 190 65 116
Table 22 - Units by Program Type
*includes Non-Elderly Disabled, Mainstream One-Year, Mainstream Five-year, and Nursing Home Transition Data Source: Housing Authority of the County of San Joaquin The HACSJ operates 890 public housing units and administers 4,396 project- and tenant-based vouchers in San Joaquin County. Most of these vouchers (3,349) are tenant-based, meaning they are issued to individual households who then locate suitable housing in the private market. The remaining vouchers are distributed across special purpose programs, including 190 Veterans Affairs Supportive Housing (VASH) vouchers, 65 Family Unification Program vouchers, and 116 vouchers for households with a person with a disability. Based on the information provided in Table 23, HACSJ operates 75 percent of its public housing units and 82 percent of its vouchers in the City of Stockton.

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Program Type
Certificate ModRehabPublic
Housing
Vouchers
Total Project
-based
Tenant
-based
Special Purpose Voucher
Veterans
Affairs
Supportive
Housing
Family
Unification
Program
Disabled
*
# of
units/vouchers
in use
0 0 663 3,621 544 2,791 133 55
98 Table 23 - Units by Program Type
*includes Non-Elderly Disabled, Mainstream One-Year, Mainstream Five-year, and Nursing Home Transition Data Source: Housing Authority of the County of San Joaquin Characteristics of Residents
Program Type
CertificateModRehabPublic
Housing
Vouchers
Total Project -
based
Tenant -
based
Special Purpose Voucher
Veterans
Affairs
Supportive
Housing
Family
Unification
Program
Average Annual Income 0 0 $29,451 $20,438 $17,812 $22,729 $19,967 $25,170 Average length of stay
(years) 0 0 7 3 3 5 3 2
Average Household size 0 0 3 2 2 3 1 3
# Homeless at admission 0 0 122 1,102 238 576 190 35
# of Elderly Program
Participants (>62) 0 0 221 1,538 305 1,119 113 1
# of Disabled Families 0 0 263 2,319 360 1,721 114 8
# of Families requesting
accessibility features 0 0 1,052 4,651 72 4,427 47 85
Table 23 – Characteristics of Public Housing Residents by Program Type Data Source: Housing Authority of the County of San Joaquin and PIC (PIH Information Center) The data provided by the HACSJ and PIC reveal distinct characteristics across different housing programs. Public housing residents have an average annual income of $29,451, while voucher holders average $20,438, with some variation across voucher types. Project-based voucher holders have the lowest average income at $17,812.

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62 Length of stay is consistent between public housing and tenant-based voucher holders at seven years, while project-based voucher residents average three years. Household sizes vary, with public housing averaging three members per household, compared to two members for voucher households.

The data shows homeless admissions across all programs. Elderly participation (age over 62) is significant, with 221 elderly residents in public housing and 1,538 elderly voucher holders, primarily in tenant-based programs (1,119). Disabled families represent a substantial portion of program participants, with 263 in public housing and 2,319 voucher holders, mainly in tenantbased programs (1,721). 1,052 families in public housing and 4,651 families in the voucher programs are documented as requesting accessibility features. The PIC data does not track HIV/AIDS program participants or domestic violence victims.

Race of Residents
Program Type
Race Certificate ModRehabPublic
Housing
Vouchers
Total Project
-based
Tenant
-based
Special Purpose Voucher
Veterans
Affairs
Supportive
Housing
Family
Unification
Program
Disabled
*
White 0 0 402 1,590 300 1,159 44 44 43
Black/African
American 0 0
268 1,928 265 1,531 71 11 50
Asian 0 0 102 473 40 418 1 5 9
American
Indian/Alaska
Native 0 0
21 107 23 74 3 3 4
Pacific
Islander 0 0
7 51 10 36 1 0 4
Other 0 0 90 247 38 131 70 2 6
*includes Non-Elderly Disabled, Mainstream One-Year, Mainstream Five-year, and Nursing Home Transition Table 25 – Race of Public Housing Households by Program Type Data Source: Housing Authority of the County of San Joaquin The racial composition shows diversity across programs. In public housing, White households represent 45 percent (402), followed by Black/African American households at 30 percent (268), and Asian households at 11 percent (102). Among voucher holders, White households account for 36 percent (1,590), Black/African American households account for 44 percent

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63 (1,928), and Asian households account for 11 percent (473). American Indian/Alaska Native and Pacific Islander households comprise smaller percentages across all programs.

Ethnicity of Residents
Program Type
Ethnicity Certificate ModRehabPublic
Housing
Vouchers
Total Project
-based
Tenant
-based
Special Purpose Voucher
Veterans
Affairs
Supportive
Housing
Family
Unification
Program
Disabled
*
Hispanic 0 0 378 1,065 198 778 42 23 24
Not
Hispanic 0 0 512 3,331 478 2,571 148 42 92
*includes Non-Elderly Disabled, Mainstream One-Year, Mainstream Five-year, and Nursing Home Transition Table 26 – Ethnicity of Public Housing Households by Program Type Data Source: PIC (PIH Information Center)
According to the data provided in Table 26, public housing shows a relatively even distribution between Hispanic (42 percent or 378 households) and non-Hispanic (58 percent or 512 households) households. However, voucher programs show a different pattern, with nonHispanic households representing a larger share at 76 percent (3,331) compared to Hispanic households at 24 percent (1,065).

Section 504 Needs Assessment: Describe the needs of public housing tenants and applicants on the waiting list for accessible units
Based on the available data, accessibility needs are significant among public housing residents and voucher holders. The data shows 1,052 public housing households and 4,651 voucher households are documented as requesting accessibility features. Additionally, there's a substantial presence of disabled families in both programs: 263 families in public housing and 2,319 in voucher programs. These numbers suggest a high demand for accessible units, though specific details about waiting list applicant needs are not captured in the current dataset.

Most immediate needs of residents of Public Housing and Housing Choice voucher holders The income data from Table 24 reveals the most pressing need is financial stability. Public housing residents have an average annual income of $29,451, while voucher holders average $20,438, with some variation across voucher types. Project-based voucher holders face the greatest financial challenges, with average incomes of just $17,812. Given typical household sizes (3 members for public housing and 2 for voucher programs), these income levels indicate most residents are living near the federal poverty guideline. Additionally, market rents in

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How do these needs compare to the housing needs of the population at large? The financial challenges faced by public housing residents and voucher holders are substantially more severe than those of the general population in Stockton. While the citywide median income increased to $58,393 in 2020, HACSJ tenant incomes are much lower as discussed above. This stark contrast, where assisted housing residents earn roughly half of the median city income, illustrates the deep economic disparities these households face. Despite the city's 30 percent growth in median income between 2015-2020, the assisted housing population has not experienced similar economic gains. When considering that Stockton's overall population and household growth (four percent and three percent respectively) has been steady, the consistently low incomes of public housing and voucher participants suggest these programs serve a population facing persistent economic challenges that set them apart from broader economic trends in the city. The high proportion of elderly and disabled residents in these programs further indicates a population with specialized needs that differ significantly from the general population.

Discussion
The Housing Authority of the County of San Joaquin (HACSJ) provides housing assistance to over 5,000 households through its public housing and voucher programs in Stockton. Assisted households have incomes that are significantly lower than the city’s median income and would struggle to afford housing in the private market without rental assistance. Many residents are elderly or have disabilities, and waiting list information suggests a high need of units with accessibility features.

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65 NA-40 Homeless Needs Assessment – 91.205(c)
Introduction
The Homeless Needs Assessment for Stockton provides a detailed overview of the nature and extent of homelessness in the city.

This assessment includes data on both unsheltered and sheltered homeless populations, gathered from various local sources. The assessment aims to identify the specific needs of different groups within the homeless population, such as individuals, families, veterans, and those with disabilities. It also examines the availability and effectiveness of current services and resources to address these needs. The data presented in this section were collected from the Central Valley Low Income Housing Corporation (CVLIHC), which acts as the Homeless Information Management System (HMIS) manager for the San Joaquin County/Stockton Continuum of Care (SJCoC). The San Joaquin County/Stockton Continuum of Care (SJCoC) is a collaborative network aimed at addressing homelessness in the region. It brings together various stakeholders, including nonprofit organizations, local government, and community members, to coordinate services and resources effectively. The primary goal of the San Joaquin County/Stockton Continuum of Care (SJCoC) is to end homelessness in the region by ensuring it is rare, brief, and non-recurring.

The tables provided below identify the estimated number of unsheltered and sheltered homeless individuals and families in the City. The tables present data collected through the 2024 Point-in-Time (PIT) and annual shelter count. It should be noted that preliminary results indicate an increase in the total number of unsheltered homeless people included in the 2023 PIT Count. The data on the number of sheltered homeless residing in emergency and transitional housing facilities are those reported in the HMIS system for facilities located within the City.

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Population Estimate the # of
persons experiencing
homelessness on a given
night
Estimate the
#
experiencing
homelessness
each year ^
Estimate the #
becoming
homeless each
year ^
Estimate the #
exiting
homelessness
each year ^ “”
Estimate the #
of days persons
experience
homelessness
**
Sheltered
*
Unsheltered
^
Persons in Households with
Adult(s) and Child(ren)
190 9 2,394 1,097 166 83
Persons in Households with
Only Children
4 12 49 23 4 83
Persons in Households with
Only Adults
327 2429 4,429 2,030 307 83
Chronically Homeless
Individuals
104 546 1,414 649 98 83
Chronically Homeless Families 18 0 266 122 18 83
Veterans 21 139 283 130 20 83
Unaccompanied Child 25 171 343 157 24 83
Persons with HIV 4 9 49 23 4 83
Table 27 - Homeless Needs Assessment
Data Source: 2024 PIT, HMIS provided by Central Valley Low Income Housing Corporation *Estimate is based on total number of sheltered homeless counted in the San Joaquin Continuum of Care and multiplying by 62.86%, the percentage of sheltered homeless counted in the Stockton jurisdiction during the 2024 Point in Time Count of Sheltered Homeless.

Please note this DOES NOT include tenant-based non-congregate shelter beds that could have been located anywhere within the Continuum of Care on the night of the PIT Count, though the majority of these tenant-based non-congregate shelter beds were likely within the City of Stockton. ^Estimate is based on total number counted in the San Joaquin Continuum of Care and multiplying by 70.65%, the percentage of unsheltered homeless counted in the Stockton jurisdiction during the 2024 Point in Time Count of Unsheltered Homeless.

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** Average Length of Time Homeless for ES, TH, PH for ALL POPULATIONS COMBINED In 2024, the Point-in-Time Count (PIC) identified 4,732 unique homeless individuals in San Joaquin urban county. This total includes 3,469 unsheltered individuals and 1,263 people in emergency shelters and transitional housing. Comparatively, the 2019 Point-inTime Count (PITC) recorded 2,629 unique homeless individuals across the county, with 1,558 unsheltered and 1,071 in emergency shelters and transitional housing. This data indicates an overall 80% increase in the homeless population countywide, with an 18% rise in sheltered homeless individuals and a substantial 122% increase in the unsheltered homeless population.

According to additional information from the CVLIHC, in Stockton, 2,450 unique individuals experienced homelessness on a given night, with 520 utilizing emergency shelters or transitional housing facilities within the city. The largest segments of unsheltered homeless individuals included those with mental illness (882), those suffering from substance abuse (980), and the elderly (368).

Individuals with mental illness and substance abuse issues also constituted the largest segments in emergency shelters and transitional housing.

In 2024, 140 persons resided in transitional housing in Stockton. It's important to note that there may be some duplication of individuals who initially stayed in emergency shelters and later moved to transitional housing within the same calendar year.

Additionally, 381 persons utilized emergency shelters in the city in 2024.

If data is not available for the categories "number of persons becoming and exiting homelessness each year," and "number of days that persons experience homelessness," describe these categories for each homeless population type (including chronically homeless individuals and families, families with children, veterans and their families, and unaccompanied youth):

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given night
Estimate the #
Experiencing
Homelessness
each Year
Estimate the
# Becoming
Homeless
each Year
Estimate the #
Exiting
Homelessness
each Year*
Estimate the #
of Days
Persons
Experience
Homelessness
^
Unsheltered Sheltered
Persons in HH with Adult(s) and Child(ren) 190 9 2394 1,097 166 83 Persons in HH with Only Children 4 12 49 23 4 83
Persons in HH with Only Adults 327 2,429 4,429 2,030 307 83 Chronically Homeless Individuals 104 546 1,414 649 98 83 Chronically Homeless Families 18 0 266 122 18 83
Veterans 21 139 283 130 20 83
Unaccompanied Youth 25 171 343 157 24 83
Persons with HIV 4 9 49 23 4 83
Area Reported: San Joaquin Urban County
Table 28 - Number of persons becoming and exiting homelessness each year Data Source: PIT Count/HMIS Data provided by Central Valley Low Income Housing Corporation * This number is likely much lower than the actual number of persons exiting homelessness, as many Emergency Shelters have extremely low rates responding to "Exit Destination" questions.
^ Average Length of Time Homeless for ES, TH, PH for ALL POPULATIONS COMBINED

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Racial/Ethnic Group Unsheltered^
Sheltered
Emergency* Transitional*
American Indian 26 5 2
Asian 61 6 2
African American 436 88 32
Pacific Islander 45 5 2
White 910 123 79
Total All Racial Groups 1,478 227 117
Non-Hispanic/Latino 1,693 258 95
Hispanic/Latino 757 141 51
Total All Ethnic Groups 3,315 507 186
Table 29 – Nature and Extent of Homelessness
Data Source: 2024 PIT, HMIS provided by Central Valley Low Income Housing Corporation Estimate the number and type of families in need of housing assistance for families with children and the families of veterans.

Household Type Unsheltered^
“”
(a)
Sheltered
Emergency* & Transitional* &
Adults 2,434 295 108
Children 16 86 32
Unknown 0 0 0
Total 2,450 381 140
Chronically Homeless (Adults and Head of
Households)
546 82 30
Families with Children 4 56 20
Mentally Ill 882 106 39
Substance Abuse 980 118 43
Elderly (60 years and over) 368 44 16
Unaccompanied Youth 171 18 7
Veterans 139 15 6
Note: (a) Data presented as a subset of the total reported unsheltered population (e.g. families with children, mental health problems, etc.) and only represents information for the 469 unsheltered individuals who were surveyed as part of the PIT. Another 453 unsheltered individuals were observed, but not surveyed for the information provided in this section of the table.

Table 30 - Unsheltered and Sheltered Homeless by Population Type

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Please note this DOES NOT include tenant-based non-congregate shelter beds that could have been located anywhere within the Continuum of Care on the night of the PIT Count, though the majority of these tenant-based non-congregate shelter beds were likely within the City of Stockton. ^Estimate is based on total number counted in the San Joaquin Continuum of Care and multiplying by 70.65%, the percentage of unsheltered homeless counted in the Stockton jurisdiction during the 2024 Point in Time Count of Unsheltered Homeless.
“”Estimates for some sub-population conditions (Mentally Ill, Substance Abuse, etc.) are estimated based on reported rates of conditions such as Serious Mental Illness/Substance Use Disorder, etc., in the 2024 Point in Time Count.
& Estimates for some sub-population conditions (Mentally Ill, Substance Abuse, etc.) are estimated based on reported rates of conditions such as Serious Mental Illness/Substance Use Disorder, etc., in the 2024 Point in Time Count combined with estimates from the 2024 Housing Inventory Count.

There are several types of families with children who are in need of housing assistance. These include low-Income families who often struggle to afford stable housing due to limited financial resources, homeless families who require immediate housing solutions, and families who are at risk of becoming homeless due to financial instability or other crises.

Similarly, there are several types of veteran families who are in need of housing assistance. The types of families of veterans who are in need of housing assistance include, homeless veterans or those veterans who are at risk of homelessness, low-income veteran families who may struggle with housing costs, and veterans in transitional housing who require temporary housing solutions.

Describe the Nature and Extent of Homelessness by Racial and Ethnic Group Based on the 2024 Census estimate, the White population is 26.6 percent of the population of the City of Stockton and represents 40 percent of the homeless population. The Black population alone is 11.6 percent of the population and represents 20 percent of the homeless population. The Hispanic/Non-Latino population is 45.6 percent of the City’s population and represents 34 percent of the homeless population.

Describe the Nature and Extent of Unsheltered and Sheltered Homelessness Homelessness is a significant issue in Stockton, with both unsheltered and sheltered populations facing various challenges. The PIT Count conducted on January 29, 2024, revealed a significant increase in the homeless population in San Joaquin County. The Stockton Record reported a total of 2,996 homeless individuals in Stockton, with 545 sheltered and 2,451 unsheltered. This is the highest in among San Joaquin County’s seven incorporated cities.

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In 2023, the City created a Homeless Strategic Initiatives Manager position to support activities that increased homeless housing and support services. In addition, there are organizations that offer several services and facilities to meet the needs of homeless persons, including chronically homeless individuals and families, families with children, veterans and their families, and unaccompanied youth.

Services for homeless veterans include Vetfam, a Catholic Charities program with two locations in Stockton. Vetfam serves homeless veterans and those at risk of becoming homeless by providing wrap-around supportive services such as rental assistance, utility payments, household items, childcare, transportation, medical/mental health referrals, affordable health care, housing navigation, money management, food/nutrition assistance and much more.

Another program that supports homeless veterans is HUD-VA Supportive Housing (VASH), a joint program administered by HUD and the Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) that combines case management services with tenant-based rental assistance for homeless veterans. Victory Gardens is a 49-unit development built in 2022 to provide deeply affordable housing to homeless veterans.

Services for homeless families include St. Mary’s Community Services, which houses an average of 350 individuals daily. They provide shelter, clothing, and personal hygiene items. In addition, they offer assistance with employment, vocational skills training, and affordable housing.

Family Promise of San Joaquin County works to help reduce homelessness and support lowincome families in San Joaquin County to achieve sustainable independence through a community-based response. Family Promise specifically targets families with children. In addition to providing emergency shelter, it works with families facing homelessness through education and support.

Additional facilities include:
• Haven of Peace Inc (a shelter for women and children located in Unincorporated San Joaquin County);
• Stockton’s Men Shelter, New Hope Family Shelter (separate housing for women or women with children, and for men);
• Central Valley Low Income Housing Corporation provides rent and deposit assistance for qualified families to prevent households from becoming homeless or to re-house

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PREVAIL is another organization that serves youth experiencing homelessness. PREVAIL provides a variety of programs and supportive services to youth at risk, runaway or experiencing homelessness to heal, grow, and thrive. Services include:
• Food and clothing
• Shower and laundry facility
• Emergency shelter and transitional living program
• Therapy and support groups
• Substance prevention and intervention counseling
• Education support, life skills training, and employment readiness • Case management and referral services
• Recreational opportunities
Discussion
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The following section describes, to the extent practicable, the housing needs of persons who are not homeless, but require supportive housing. This is done through a brief analysis of the characteristics and housing needs of special needs groups, including:
• Artists
• Elderly (defined as 62 years of age and over)
• Farmworkers
• Frail elderly (defined as an elderly person who requires assistance with three or more activities or daily living, such as bathing, walking, and performing light housework) • Households in the workforce (households earning between 80% and 100% area median income)
• Low/Moderate Income Individuals and Families (includes families with children and large families)
• Persons with mental, physical, and/or developmental disabilities • Persons with alcohol or other addictions
• Veterans
• Victims of domestic violence, dating violence, sexual assault, and stalking These housing needs were identified through a review of City and local plans and through consultations with various organizations and service providers representing each of the special needs groups. The facilities and services available to meet the needs of these subpopulations are discussed in the Market Analysis (MA-35) section of this plan.

Describe the characteristics of special needs populations in your community Artists: Artists are underpaid relative to housing prices, part of the City’s priorities for placemaking, and at high risk of displacement. Within this subgroup, there is a need for flexible and affordable living/workspaces.

Elderly and Frail Elderly: According to the 2018-2022 American Community Survey (ACS) 5-Year Estimates, 39,596 individuals in Stockton are aged 65 and over, representing approximately

12.5% of the total civilian noninstitutionalized population. Among this group, 16,808 individuals (42.4%) reported having a disability. The most common disabilities among elderly individuals typically include ambulatory difficulties, independent living challenges, cognitive impairments, and sensory disabilities. These challenges can significantly impact their ability to maintain stable housing and access essential supportive services. The high percentage of elderly individuals with disabilities indicates a critical need for accessible housing and in-home care services to support aging in place.

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74 Moreover, the 2024 City of Stockton Housing Element cites seniors as a key population with special housing needs. Senior households make up 21.6% of Stockton households and nearly 30% of senior households in Stockton have an income of less than $25,000.

Farmworkers: The updated 2024 City of Stockton Housing Element cites farmworkers as a key population with special housing needs. The plan states that farmworkers are an essential component of Stockton’s economy and according to the 2016-2020 American Community Survey 5,010 Stockton residents work in agriculture, forestry, fishing and hunting, or mining.

Moreover, according to the 2017 Census, 19,741 farmworkers worked in San Joaquin County.

Programs 11, 12, 16, 22, 23, and 30 of the Housing Element commit to actions to support developing new homes and rehabilitating existing homes for farmworkers, along with prioritizing outreach and programs for farmworkers. While farmworkers are important to the local economy, many are low-income workers and are often subject to substandard housing.

Households in the workforce (households earning between 80% and 100% area median income): Households in workforce housing typically earn too much to qualify for programs under HUD. At the same time, they are also unable to afford most quality market-rate apartments. Development of workforce housing will be subject to the availability of public or private resources tailored to this population.

Low/Moderate Income Individuals and Families (includes families with children and large families): The updated 2024 City of Stockton Housing Element cites large families as a key population with special housing needs. HUD defines a large household or family as consisting of five or more members. Large families are cited as a special housing needs population because

21.2% of households in Stockton are considered large households compared to 19.6% in the County and 13.8% in California.

Moreover, the San Joaquin County 2024 Point in Time Count collected data on four subpopulations that the federal government determined to face particular challenges related to housing. One of the key subpopulations identified by the federal government was families with children experiencing homelessness. Of the 4,732 persons experiencing homelessness in San Joaquin County, 454 individuals were identified as being members of homeless families with children
Persons with Disabilities: According to the 2018-2022 ACS, 43,627 Stockton residents (13.7%) have a disability. Among the 190,618 individuals aged 18 to 64, 23,114 individuals (12.1%) have a disability. This group constitutes the majority of disabled individuals in Stockton and often faces employment barriers, healthcare access issues, and housing affordability challenges. In addition, 3,705 individuals (4.2%) under the age of 18 have a disability, highlighting the need for specialized education programs and family support services.

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Using HMIS data, the 2024 Regional Homeless Action Plan identified statistically significant vulnerable populations withing the San Joaquin Continuum of Care district. The HMIS data revealed that people with serious mental illness (SMI) and people with substance use disorders (SUD) were a significant population that faced housing insecurity The data and corresponding local plans underscore the need for accessible housing, employment opportunities, and transportation services to support individuals with disabilities in Stockton.

Persons with Alcohol/Drug Addiction: While the 2018-2022 ACS does not provide city-specific data on substance use disorders, national surveys indicate that substance abuse remains a significant issue. According to the 2017 National Survey on Drug Use and Health (NSDUH), approximately 11.2% of individuals aged 12 and over in the U.S. reported using illicit drugs in the past month. In California, this figure was slightly higher at 13.1%. Alcohol use was reported by 50% of Californians, with 24% engaging in binge drinking. Substance abuse remains a pressing issue in Stockton, particularly among homeless individuals. The 2019 Point-in-Time Count (PITC) identified 280 unsheltered homeless individuals, 125 individuals in emergency shelter, and 44 individuals in transitional housing who reported struggles with alcohol and/or drug addiction. The need for residential treatment programs, outpatient counseling, and harm reduction initiatives remains critical to addressing substance abuse in the community.

Veterans: The San Joaquin County 2024 Point in Time Count collected data on four subpopulations that the federal government determined to face particular challenges related to housing. One of the key subpopulations identified by the federal government was veterans. Of the 4,732 persons experiencing homelessness in San Joaquin County, 249 individuals were homeless veterans. Moreover, the report cites that 79% of the homeless veteran population were unsheltered.

Using HMIS data, the 2024 Regional Homeless Action Plan identified statistically significant vulnerable populations within the San Joaquin Continuum of Care district. According to HMIS data, veterans were a significant population that faced housing insecurity. The plan states that “while veterans had the highest rate for permanent housing placement, they also have a higher than-average rate of returning to homelessness after placement, suggesting that veterans' housing programs might benefit from additional support for clients (perhaps trauma or PTSDATTACHMENT D 977
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Victims of Domestic Violence: Data on domestic violence is not available in the 2018-2022 ACS; however, local organizations provide critical support to victims. In their 2023-2024 fiscal year PREVAIL, formerly referred to as the Women’s Center Youth and Family Services assisted 2,114 domestic violence victims and 175 sexual assault victims through their 24-hour help-lines. They provided emergency shelter to 245 adults and 159 children across their shelters, including DAWN House, which alone sheltered 172 adults and 113 children. Additionally, 209 children received one-on-one counseling through the Just for Kids program for issues related to domestic violence, child abuse, and neglect. The Safe House emergency shelter accommodated 92 youth aged 12-17, while the Opportunity House transitional living program housed 26 adults and 3 children. The Drop-In Center served 274 youth. Furthermore, PREVAIL supported 1,608 non-resident victims of domestic violence and 825 non-resident victims of sexual assault. These figures highlight the significant need for housing assistance among disabled individuals and victims of domestic violence, dating violence, sexual assault, and stalking in the community.

These services demonstrate a substantial need for emergency shelters, transitional housing, and legal advocacy programs for survivors of domestic violence in Stockton.

The 2024 Regional Homeless Action Plan utilized HMIS data to identify statistically significant vulnerable populations within the San Joaquin Continuum of Care district. According to HMIS data, people fleeing domestic violence was a significant population that faced housing insecurity. The plan outlines that one of the four funding priorities of HHAP round 5 involves targeted outreach and support services for vulnerable populations such as victims of domestic violence.

What are the housing and supportive service needs of these populations and how are these needs determined?
Artists: Because artists are underpaid relative to housing prices and at high risk of displacement, there is a need within this subgroup for flexible and affordable living/workspaces.

Elderly and Frail Elderly: The Stockton Housing Element Background Report and consultations with local agencies identify three main factors that impact the ability of elderly households to secure and maintain adequate housing: transportation, income, and housing availability. Many elderly individuals cannot drive and rely on public transportation, rides from family members, or walking to access essential services. Fixed incomes, such as Social Security or Supplemental Security Income (SSI), often do not cover market-rate housing costs, making affordability a key issue. Consultations confirm that the elderly population is one of the fastest-growing groups

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77 accessing food assistance. Many seniors live alone or as couples and require smaller, more affordable, low-maintenance housing. Elderly homeowners who do not reside in such housing may require assistance with household maintenance.

Farmworkers: According to the Stockton Housing Element, migrant farmworker households earn incomes lower than the AMI. This forces the farm working community to compete for the lowest-cost housing, which is typically substandard. The San Joaquin County Housing Element also identified farmworkers as a population with a significant barrier to housing citing that the farmworker community have very high rates of overcrowding, living in structures that posed health and safety risks, and low homeownership rates. The US Census conducted in 2017 cites 19,741 farmworkers residing in San Joaquin County. Currently, there are three state-funded farmworker housing facilities in the County, however, across those three facilities, there are only 220 units which is far lower than the housing need of this population. The typical supportive services offered at these facilities include, but are not limited to, day care centers, connections to services from the Employment Development Department and the Social Security Administration, and education and health care services.

Households in the workforce (households earning between 80% and 100% area median income): Households in workforce housing typically earn too much to qualify for programs under HUD. At the same time, they are also unable to afford most quality market-rate apartments. According to table 7 “Housing Problems Table,” 13% of renter households and 32% of owner households within the 80 to 100% AMI level experienced a housing cost burden greater than 30% of income. Allowing for workforce housing will increase access to affordable housing for working class families that earn between 80 and 100% AMI.

Low/Moderate Income Individuals and Families (includes families with children and large families): The updated 2024 City of Stockton Housing Element cites large families as a key population with special housing needs. Multifamily rental housing units typically consist of one or two bedrooms, not the three or more bedrooms that are required by large families. As a result, the large families that are unable to rent single-family homes may be overcrowded in smaller units. The Housing Element recommends that amenities for this subpopulation should include safe outdoor play areas for children and a central location to provide convenient access to schools and childcare facilities.

Persons with Disabilities: The housing needs of individuals with disabilities depend on the nature and severity of their condition. Physically disabled persons require modifications to their homes, including wheelchair ramps, elevators, accessible appliances, handrails, and other supportive infrastructure. For those unable to drive, proximity to services and reliable public transportation is essential. Additionally, disabled individuals may experience employment limitations or rely on SSI benefits, which are often insufficient to afford market-rate housing.

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78 Supportive housing, nursing facilities, or long-term care facilities are often necessary for individuals with severe physical or mental disabilities who require continuous assistance.

Expanding accessible and affordable housing options for persons with disabilities remains a critical priority in Stockton.

Persons with Alcohol/Drug Addiction: Organizations that provide supportive housing and services for individuals recovering from substance use disorders emphasize the need for intensive intervention, treatment, and case management. Residential group quarters facilities often provide the most appropriate settings for rehabilitation. The Gospel Center Rescue Mission (GCRM) New Life Program (NLP) offers residential addiction treatment with a capacity of 100 beds for men, women, and families. Additionally, New Directions Alcohol and Drug Awareness Program provides 30 inpatient beds and 45 outpatient treatment spots. However, a lack of affordable housing is a major barrier for individuals completing addiction treatment programs. Many struggle to secure stable housing, sometimes leading to relapses or returns to unsafe and unhealthy environments. Expanding transitional housing options and long-term supportive housing for individuals in recovery remains a key housing need.

Veterans: Using HMIS data, the 2024 Regional Homeless Action Plan identified statistically significant vulnerable populations within the San Joaquin Continuum of Care district. According to HMIS data, veterans were a significant population that faced housing insecurity. The plan states that “while veterans had the highest rate for permanent housing placement, they also have a higher than-average rate of returning to homelessness after placement, suggesting that veterans' housing programs might benefit from additional support for clients (perhaps trauma or PTSD-specific).”Victims of Domestic Violence: According to Prevail staff, domestic violence survivors require a wide range of housing and social services. Some victims need emergency shelter and transitional housing, while others require long-term protective housing. Supportive services include crisis counseling, group therapy, hospital response, and legal assistance, as well as accompaniment to law enforcement agencies and court proceedings. Many survivors also need mental health counseling, childcare, employment assistance, and transportation.

However, housing remains the most urgent need, as victims fleeing domestic violence often lack safe, stable housing options. Expanding emergency shelters, transitional housing, and permanent supportive housing for domestic violence survivors is essential to preventing homelessness and providing stability.

Discuss the size and characteristics of the population with HIV/AIDS and their families within the Eligible Metropolitan Statistical Area:

Not Applicable. City does not operate a Housing Opportunities for Persons With AIDS (HOPWA) Program.

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79 If the PJ will establish a preference for a HOME TBRA activity for persons with a specific category of disabilities (e.g., persons with HIV/AIDS or chronic mental illness), describe their unmet need for housing and services needed to narrow the gap in benefits and services received by such persons. (See 24 CFR 92.209(c)(2) (ii)) A HOME Tenant-Based Rental Assistance (TBRA) program can be an essential tool in addressing the housing challenges faced by individuals with disabilities, including those with HIV/AIDS or chronic mental illness. Many jurisdictions allocate a portion of their HOME funding to TBRA programs, which support individuals who struggle to secure permanent housing due to financial limitations or additional support service needs.

Despite the availability of HOME TBRA funding, there remains a significant gap in affordable, supportive housing for persons with HIV/AIDS and chronic mental illness. Many individuals in these groups rely on SSI or disability benefits, which are often insufficient to afford housing at market rates. Barriers to stable housing for these populations include:
• Limited affordable rental units that meet HUD’s Fair Market Rent (FMR) standards. • Landlord reluctance to accept rental assistance due to administrative requirements and perceived risks.
• Need for supportive services such as case management, mental health treatment, and substance abuse recovery programs in conjunction with rental assistance. • Lack of long-term housing stability once TBRA assistance ends.

During this Consolidated Plan period, the City of Stockton will may consider adopting a TBRA program as part of its strategy to addressing housing challenges faced by individuals with disabilities. If a TBRA program is developed, the City may consider the following, or a combination of, the following strategies:

1. Prioritize High-Need Individuals
a. Establish preferences for individuals with chronic mental illness and those living with HIV/AIDS in the TBRA eligibility criteria.
b. Implement a referral process through healthcare providers, mental health agencies, and housing assistance organizations to ensure proper targeting.

2. Funding Allocation for TBRA Assistance
a. The amount allocated to TBRA will be evaluated annually, subject to funding availability and commitments to other HOME eligible activities. b. Provide rental subsidies for a minimum of one year, with the possibility of renewal based on ongoing need and progress toward self-sufficiency.

3. Expand Supportive Services

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80 a. Integrate case management, medical assistance, mental health treatment, and substance use services with TBRA to ensure participants maintain stable housing. b. Partner with local non-profits and healthcare agencies to deliver wraparound services.

4. Encourage Landlord Participation
a. Offer financial incentives (e.g., signing bonuses, damage mitigation funds, or higher rental caps) to encourage more landlords to accept TBRA vouchers. b. Implement a dedicated landlord liaison program to build relationships and streamline the rental process for voucher holders.

Discussion
Regardless of special needs status, consultations with public and private service providers indicate that one of the most pressing challenges for individuals who are not homeless but require supportive housing is the difficulty in securing landlords willing to accept Housing Choice Vouchers (HCVs). According to the Housing Authority of the County of San Joaquin (HACSJ), of the 5,237 HCVs available countywide, only 80% were utilized as of November 2024, leaving 993 HCV recipients unable to secure housing despite having a voucher. This shortfall is attributed to several factors, including the stigma associated with HCV recipients and the difficulty in finding landlords who have vacant units that meet HUD’s quality standards and rent limits.

Stakeholders report that many landlords are reluctant to accept HCVs due to operating costs and rental restrictions that exceed the Fair Market Rents (FMRs) set by HUD, often resulting in financial losses for the property owners. To address this issue, the Central Valley Low-Income Housing Coalition (CVLIHC) implemented an incentive program in 2018 that provides one-time cash payments of $1,500 for units rented below FMR and $500 for units rented above FMR.

Additionally, CVLIHC hired a housing specialist whose primary role is to build relationships with landlords and encourage them to accept voucher holders. While these efforts have expanded the pool of willing landlords, the demand for HCVs still far exceeds the supply. For more information on the financial constraints faced by landlords accepting HCVs, refer to MA-15:

Housing Market Analysis: Cost of Housing.

Beyond HCV accessibility, stakeholders identified the need for proactive and sustained code enforcement in both single-family and multi-family rental housing and the strengthening of renter protections. Many low-income tenants living in substandard conditions hesitate to file code enforcement complaints out of fear of retaliatory eviction by their landlords. This issue is particularly pronounced among undocumented migrant residents, who face additional risks of deportation and housing instability.

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Addressing these systemic challenges requires expanding landlord participation in HCV programs, improving code enforcement strategies that protect vulnerable renters, and increasing support for elderly homeowners. Strengthening these policies will be critical in ensuring that Stockton’s special needs populations have access to stable, safe, and affordable housing.

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82 NA-50 Non-Housing Community Development Needs – 91.215 (f) Describe the jurisdiction’s need for Public Facilities
The CDBG program regulations identify a broad range of eligible activities, including but not limited to acquisition and disposition of real property, construction of public facilities and improvements, and the provision of public services. However, certain ineligible activities include buildings used for general government activities, general government expenses, political activities, purchases of equipment, and operating and maintenance expenses.

Although public facilities is an eligible use of the CDBG programs, there are several restrictions that come into play when identifying eligible projects including but not limited to: depending on the type of planned public facility, 1) the project may need to be located within a primarily residential area, 2) the service area must be specifically identified, 3) at least 51 percent of the persons being served must have incomes at or below 80 percent of the area median income (AMI).

Buildings and infrastructure open to the general public, whether owned by the government or nonprofits, may be considered public facilities under the CDBG program. When asked about the top three public facilities needs in Stockton, survey respondents in the City of Stockton ranked public facility needs in the community as follows:

The exclusion of operating and maintenance expenses is particularly significant in Stockton, which faces a substantial deferred maintenance burden. According to the 2022-2027 Capital Improvement Program (CIP), the Facilities Conditions Assessment identified over $700 million in deferred maintenance costs for City facilities, not including maintenance and repair needs for City Hall. Nonetheless, the CIP highlights various capital improvement needs eligible for CDBG funding, including the construction and reconstruction of police and fire facilities, parks, libraries, and other City infrastructure. The 2022-2027 CIP allocates approximately $1.03 billion over five years, with $139.3 million committed to the Fiscal Year 2022-2023.

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83 Of the 609 respondents, 64 percent rated parks, playgrounds, and recreational areas as a public facility need. Community centers (62 percent), youth/childcare centers (58 percent), and healthcare clinics (55 percent), were also in high demand. 43 percent of respondents ranked senior centers as a necessary public facility improvement area.

Public facility goals in the City of Stockton’s 2040 general plan and other local plans include:
• Ensure that all neighborhoods have access to well-maintained public facilities and utilities that meet community service needs.
• Design public facilities and infrastructure to maintain and improve the visual quality of the urban environment.
• Evaluate and implement adjustments to the Public Facilities Fee structure to encourage development in the downtown and areas where infrastructure is already present and ensure that non-infill development pays its fair share of anticipated citywide capital facilities and operational costs.

How were these needs determined?
The jurisdiction’s need for public facilities was identified through input from the stakeholders consulted through surveys, interviews, meetings, an evaluation of the City of Stockton 2022- 2027 CIP, the 2020-2025 Consolidated Plan, and various elements of the Stockton General Plan.

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84 Additional needs were identified through consultations with affordable housing stakeholders, homeless service providers, City officials, and social service organizations.

Describe the jurisdiction’s need for Public Improvements When asked about the top three public infrastructure needs, survey respondents rated safety improvements as the highest public infrastructure improvement need in the city. 75% percent of respondents identified these improvements as a high-priority need. Street/sidewalk repairs were also rated as a high need by 73% percent of respondents. Curb/gutter/sidewalk installations, as well as water/sewer line improvements were also high priorities of survey respondents, with 52% percent of respondents identifying curb/gutter/sidewalk improvements as a priority, and exactly half of all respondents identified water/sewer improvements as a top three need priority. Just over a third of respondents identified tree planting as a top three public infrastructure priority.

In addition to the survey, the City’s 2040 General Plan identifies needs for:
• Pedestrian-scale street lighting
• Maintenance of walking/wheeling facilities and park access • Establishment of Transit Oriented Development (TOD) Overlay Zones • Increased efficiency of multi-modal transit routes such as clear pedestrian and bicycle routes that connect to destinations and sheltered transit stops.

How were these needs determined?
The jurisdiction’s need for public improvements were identified through input from stakeholders consulted through surveys and interviews and meetings, as well as evaluations of the adopted CIP and Stockton General Plan.

Describe the jurisdiction’s need for Public Services

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85 Public services such as case management, childcare, transportation assistance, job training, and programming for youth and senior centers are important to the City’s community development strategy. Community members were asked to identify their top three public service needs.

Needs identified by respondents to the Housing and Community Needs Survey were ranked as follows, with one as the highest priority:
• Mental health/substance abuse (54% identified)
• Children/youth (44% identified)
• Homeless (42%)
• Crime prevention/awareness (37% identified)
• Senior (34% identified)
• Food security (34% identified)
Stakeholders also identified the need for the following services, including:
• Landlord incentives to help place folks in need of housing • Transportation for youth to access extracurricular activities and services • Mental health/wellness services directed specifically toward youth and young adults • Employment assistance for those attempting to enter/re-enter the workforce How were these needs determined?
The jurisdiction’s need for public services were identified through input from stakeholders, input from the public through surveys and interviews and meetings, and various elements of the Stockton General Plan and Neighborhood Action Plans. Additional needs were identified through consultations with affordable housing stakeholders, homeless service providers, City officials, and social service organizations.

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MA-05 Overview
Housing Market Analysis Overview
The following Market Analysis provides an overview of the socioeconomic and policy environment in which the City of Stockton will administer its Community Development Block Grants (CDBG), HOME Investment Partnership (HOME), and Emergency Solutions Grant (ESG) funding over the course of the planning period. This analysis includes:
• MA-10 Number of Housing Units
• MA-15 Cost of Housing
• MA-20 Condition of Housing
• MA-25 Public and Assisted Housing
• MA-30 Homeless Facilities and Services
• MA-35 Special Needs Facilities and Services
• MA-40 Barriers to Affordable Housing
• MA-45 Non-Housing Community Development Assets
• MA-50 Needs and Market Analysis Discussion
• MA-60 Broadband Needs of Housing Occupied by Low- and Moderate- Income Households
• MA-65 Hazard Mitigation
In partnership with the Needs Assessment, the Housing Market Analysis provides the foundation for the goals and strategies defined in the Strategic Plan, and the programs and projects to be administered over this planning period. Many tables in this section are populated with default data from HUD, including 2016-2020 American Community Survey (ACS) and Comprehensive Housing Affordability Strategy (CHAS) data sets. As necessary, additional data is supplemented from more recent ACS data sets.

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Introduction
The following section describes the significant characteristics of the City of Stockton’s residential housing market. This is accomplished by a brief analysis of available data regarding the type and amount of housing units within the city, units by tenure, federal, state, and local targeting, expected loss of units, and the needs for specific housing and populations.

All residential properties by number of units
Property Type Number %
1-unit detached structure 68,415 67%
1-unit, attached structure 6,140 6%
2-4 units 8,180 8%
5-19 units 8,670 9%
20 or more units 9,375 9%
Mobile Home, boat, RV, van, etc. 1,185 1%
Total 101,965 100%
Table 31 – Residential Properties by Unit Number
Data Source: 2016-2020 ACS
Table 31 reports pre-populated HUD data from the 2016-2020 ACS 5-Year Estimates. According to this data, single-family detached homes represented 67 percent of Stockton’s housing supply. The remaining units were roughly evenly split between 1-unit attached, 2-4 units, 5-19 units, and 20 or more units. Mobile homes, boats, RVs, vans, etc. accounted for one percent of Stockton’s housing units.

Unit Size by Tenure
Owners Renters
Number % Number %
No bedroom 330 1% 12,735 6%
1 bedroom 390 1% 8,255 17%
2 bedrooms 6,295 13% 16,490 35%
3 or more bedrooms 40,470 85% 20,270 42%
Total 47,485 100% 47,750 100%
Table 32 – Unit Size by Tenure
Data Source: 2016-2022 ACS
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88 bedroom units. Among renter-occupied units, there was an even distribution with a higher occupancy rate of 0-, 1- and 2- bedrooms with 6 percent, 17 percent, and 35 percent rates Describe the number and targeting (income level/type of family served) of units assisted with federal, state, and local programs.

According to data reported in the City of Stockton’s Housing Element, there are 56 publicly assisted rental housing projects within the city. These projects include a total of 4,335 affordable housing units and are funded by Low Income Housing Tax Credits (LIHTC), Housing and Community Development (HCD), United States Department of Agriculture (USDA), California Housing Finance Agency (CalHFA), HUD, local dollars, or a mixture of multiple funding sources. They are targeted to low-income families, large families, working families, individuals, homeless or at-risk of homelessness, seniors, Single Room Occupancy (SRO), developmentally disabled, mental illness, chronic illness, special needs, and veterans.

Provide an assessment of units expected to be lost from the affordable housing inventory for any reason, such as expiration of Section 8 contracts.

The City of Stockton Housing Element identified three publicly assisted housing projects that are near-term risk for conversation to market rate (less than ten years). These include the Filipino Center, Villa de San Joaquin, and Inglewood Gardens. The Filipino Center and Villa de San Joaquin, which both target families, have affordability expirations of 2025 and 2026, respectively. Inglewood Gardens, which targets seniors, expires in 2033. Together, these three projects total 242 affordable units. The estimated cost of acquisition/rehabilitation of these properties is $24,236,142 according to the San Joaquin County Assessor’s Office.

Does the availability of housing units meet the needs of the population? The availability of housing units in Stockton meets some but not all the needs of the population.

The demands of specific types of housing depend on several factors, including income levels, family types, and specific needs of residents. The Housing Authority of the County of San Joaquin (HACSJ), the only entity that maintains a regional waiting list for its programs, has approximately 7,773 families on its Public Housing waiting list and 3,511 families for the voucher programs. The HACSJ reports seeing an increasing need for accessible and adaptable housing, particularly for the elderly and people with disabilities. Other housing providers also report that Stockton’s current housing stock does not fully meet the diverse needs of the population.

Describe the need for specific types of housing

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89 The need for affordable housing is critical in Stockton, as evidenced by the 56 publicly assisted rental projects. These units target a wide range of populations, notably low-income, large families, seniors, veterans, individuals with special needs, and those who are homeless or at risk of homelessness. However, the potential expiration of contracts for projects such as Filipino Center, Villa de San Joaquin, and Inglewood Gardens, poses a threat to long-term availability of affordable housing. A conversion of these projects to market-rate housing would further exacerbate the need for affordable housing in Stockton.

The largest segment of Stockton’s housing stock is 2- and 3-bedroom units, which meet the needs of most families. However, there is also a significant demand for 4+ bedroom units for large families. Among owners, 37.9 percent of the housing units are 4-bedroom or larger, but the percentage of rental units with 4+ bedrooms is much lower (12.4 percent). This imbalance indicates that there is unmet demand for larger rental units for families.

Senior housing needs are a growing concern as the population ages. The Inglewood Gardens project, which targets seniors, is set to expire in 2033, representing a key resource for the senior community. A large number of seniors may face displacement if this unit is converted to market rate, making it essential for the city to explore additional senior housing options to meet future demand.

There is a noticeable proportion of renter-occupied units in Stockton (about 32.6 percent of total housing units). The fact that a significant portion of rental units (17.8 percent) are 1- bedroom units indicates a need for smaller units, particularly for individuals, couples, or smaller families. While renters occupy a broad range of unit sizes, the city should focus on providing an appropriate mix of smaller and larger rental units to accommodate various family types and income levels.

Discussion
Stockton has a variety of housing types and sizes, but there are still some important needs that aren't fully met. There is a big need for affordable housing, especially for large families, seniors, and people with special needs. Some affordable housing units might be lost soon because of contracts ending, which makes it even more important to find ways to keep these homes affordable. The city also needs smaller rental units for individuals and couples, as well as larger ones for bigger families. To meet the needs of all its residents, Stockton should invest more in affordable housing and make sure the housing it already has remains affordable.

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90 MA-15 Housing Market Analysis: Cost of Housing - 91.210(a) Introduction
HUD regulations require the evaluation and identification of the significant characteristics of the local housing market. The purpose of this is to provide the relative cost of housing in comparison to the ability of households to afford housing at a range of income levels.

Household income levels referred to in this section are HUD defined income categories which are based on HUD Area Median Family Income (HAMFI). The categories are as follows:

Extremely Low-Income: <30 percent of HAMFI
Very Low-Income: >30 percent of HAMFI <50 percent of HAMFI Low-Income: >50 percent of HAMFI <80 percent of HAMFI
Moderate-Income: >80 percent of HAMFI <120 percent of HAMFI Above Moderate-Income: >120 percent of HAMFI
Cost of Housing
Base Year : 2009 Most Recent Year:
2020
% Change
Median Home Value $172,500 $298,200 73%
Median Contract Rent $807 $973 21%
Table 33 – Cost of Housing
Data Source: 2000 Census (Base Year), 2016-2020 ACS (Most Recent Year) Rent Paid Number of Units %
Less than $500 4,835 10%
$500-999 21,020 44%
$1,000-1,499 15,425 32%
$1,500-1,999 4,960 10%
$2,000 or more 1,520 3%
Total 47,760 99%
Table 34 - Rent Paid
Data Source: 2016-2020 ACS

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Number of Units affordable to
Households earning
Renter Owner
<= 30% HAMFI 10,270 3,625
>30% to <= 50% HAMFI 8,175 3,745
>50% to <= 80% HAMFI 10,065 6,635
>80% to <= 100% HAMFI 4,970 5,390
>100% HAMFI 13,505 29,835
Table 35 – Housing Affordability
Data Source: 2017-2021 CHAS
Monthly Rent
Monthly Rent ($) Efficiency (no
bedroom)
1 Bedroom 2 Bedroom 3 Bedroom 4 Bedroom
2022 Fair Market Rent $891 $992 $1,305 $1,854 $2,234
2022 High HOME Rent $891 $989 $1,189 $1,365 $1,504
2022 Low HOME Rent $725 $776 $932 $1,076 $1,201
2024 Fair Market Rent $1,122 $1,245 $1,607 $2,265 $2,727 2024 High HOME Rent $1,078 $1,156 $1,388 $1,595 $1,760
2024 Low HOME Rent $843 $904 $1,085 $1,253 $1,398
Table 36 – Monthly Rent
Data Source: 2022 and 2024 HUD FMR and HOME Rents
Is there sufficient housing for households at all income levels? In comparing the number of housing units to each HAMFI income group to the total number of households in each HAMFI income group (NA-10, Table 6), there are clear shortfalls in the demand for housing and the supply available, particularly for extremely low-income (<=30 percent HAMFI) and very low-income (>30 percent to <= 50 percent HAMFI).

The most significant housing gaps are found among households earning <=30 percent HAMFI and 30-50 percent HAMFI, where both rental and homeownership options are severely limited.

For households earning <=30 percent HAMFI, there are 14,530 total households in need, but only 10,270 rental units and 3,625 owner units are available. This results in a 635-unit gap overall, but the shortfall in affordable rental units (9,230 households in need from Table 6 units) is particularly concerning, indicating that many in this income group may struggle to find stable housing. The large gap in affordable homeownership options for this group indicates most of these households will continue to seek housing in the rental market, where they may be competing against others from higher HAMFI brackets (2,695 households in need from Table 6).

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92 For those earning 30-50 percent HAMFI, the gap is larger, with 13,345 households needing affordable housing, but only 8,175 rental units and 3,745 owner units available. This creates a 1,425-unit total gap, with a much larger shortfall in rental units (7,995 households in need from Table 9) than homeownership options (2,610 households). In comparison, households earning 50-80 percent HAMFI (with 17,440 total households) face a 740-unit gap in total, with 5,935 more rental units and 3,295 homeownership units needed. Households earning 80-100 percent HAMFI (with 10,635 total households) have a 275-unit gap overall. Finally, households earning >100 percent HAMFI (with 39,290 total households) have a surplus of 4,050 units, as more affordable units are available than needed, particularly for ownership. The most pressing need remains within rental options for households earning less than 80 percent HAMFI, and where targeted intervention is critical to ensure affordable housing availability.

How is affordability of housing likely to change considering changes to home values and/or rents?
The affordability of housing is likely to worsen as home values and rents continue to rise, especially in areas with high demand and limited supply. As home values increase, the cost of purchasing a home becomes more out of reach for many households, particularly those in lower income brackets. This could push more people into the rental market, increasing competition for available rental units and driving rents even higher, further squeezing the budgets of low- and middle-income families. For households in the <=30 percent and 30-50 percent HAMFI ranges, where affordability is already a challenge, rising rents could force more people into housing instability or even homelessness, especially if wages don't keep pace with these increases.

In areas experiencing gentrification or economic growth, rent increases are often the most immediate concern, pricing out lower-income renters and contributing to displacement. For those in the 50-80 percent HAMFI range, rising home values could make homeownership increasingly unattainable, leading to a shift toward higher rental demand. This higher demand for rentals, combined with rising rents, would likely create a cycle where households are stuck paying a growing portion of their income for housing.

How do HOME rents / Fair Market Rent compare to Area Median Rent? How might this impact your strategy to produce or preserve affordable housing? The analysis of Stockton's housing market reveals significant affordability challenges, especially for low- and very low-income households. There is a clear shortage of affordable housing options for households earning less than 50 percent of the Area Median Family Income (HAMFI), with the most critical gaps in rental housing. For those with annual incomes less than 30 percent HAMFI group (Table 6), there are far fewer rental units available than needed,

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Comparing Fair Market Rent (FMR) and HOME rents with the area's median rent in both 2022 and 2024 shows that in many cases, the FMR is higher than even the High HOME Rents. This comparison also highlights the increases in rents in the last few years. In 2022, the FMR for a 2- bedroom unit was $1,305. Just two years later, the FMR for the same size unit was $1,607, an increase of 23 percent.

The analysis of Stockton's housing market underscores the urgent need for the City of Stockton to develop a robust strategy to produce and preserve affordable housing. The significant affordability challenges, particularly for low- and very low-income households, highlight the critical shortage of rental units for those earning less than 50 percent HAMFI. As home values and rents continue to rise, the situation is expected to worsen, pushing more households into the rental market and driving up rents further. This trend disproportionately affects lowerincome households, increasing their cost burden and potentially leading to higher homelessness rates. To address these challenges, the City of Stockton must prioritize the creation and preservation of affordable housing, with a particular focus on rental units for those earning less than 50 percent HAMFI, to mitigate the impact on vulnerable populations and ensure housing stability for all residents.

Discussion
Addressing Stockton's housing affordability crisis requires urgent and targeted interventions, particularly in the rental market, to ensure that low-income households have access to stable, affordable housing. Without these interventions, the gap between housing costs and household incomes will continue to widen, leading to more displacement and hardship for the city's most vulnerable residents.

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94 MA-20 Housing Market Analysis: Condition of Housing – 91.210(a) Introduction
The following analysis offers a detailed examination of the current state of housing in the city, with a particular focus on the physical condition of both owner-occupied and renter-occupied units. This analysis explores factors such as the age of housing stock, the need for rehabilitation, the overall maintenance and livability of homes across Stockton, as well as households who are cost burdened. A significant portion of the city’s housing was built several decades ago, and as a result, many homes are in varying states of disrepair. This has led to a growing need for both owner-occupied and rental property rehabilitation to preserve the existing housing stock and improve living conditions for residents. The section aims to assess the extent of deterioration, identify neighborhoods that require immediate attention, and highlight areas where investments in repair and renovation could significantly improve housing quality. By understanding the age and condition of housing throughout the city, the analysis provides insight into the scale of rehabilitation required.

Describe the jurisdiction's definition of "standard condition" and "substandard condition but suitable for rehabilitation"
The City of Stockton relies on the California Health and Safety Code Section (CHSCS) 17920.3 to determine the habitability of housing units. Pursuant to this code, substandard buildings include “any building or portion thereof…including any dwelling unit, guest room or suite of rooms, or the premises on which the same is located, in which there exists any of the listed conditions at CHSCS 17920.3 to an extent that endangers the life, limb, health, property, safety, or welfare of the public or the occupants thereof and the same shall be deemed and hereby is declared to be a substandard building.” The full definition can be found on the California Legislative Information website.

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The four housing problems are: incomplete kitchen facilities, incomplete plumbing facilities, more than 1 person per room, and cost burden greater than 30 percent.

Condition of Units Owner-Occupied Renter-Occupied
Number % Number %
With one selected condition 14,360 30% 25,575 54%
With two selected
conditions
715 2% 3,275 7
With three selected
conditions
55 0% 220 0
With four selected
conditions
4 0% 0 0
No selected conditions 32,345 68% 18,685 39%
Total 47,479 100% 47,755 100%
Table 37 - Condition of Units
Data Source: 2016-2020 CHAS
Year Unit Built
Year Unit Built Owner-Occupied Renter-Occupied
Number % Number %
2000 or later 12,480 26% 5,940 12%
1980-1999 13,795 29% 13,020 27%
1950-1979 15,095 32% 21,145 44%
Before 1950 6,115 13% 7,650 16%
Total 47,485 100% 47,755 99%
Table 38 – Year Unit Built
Data Source: 2016-2020 CHAS
Risk of Lead-Based Paint Hazard
Risk of Lead-Based Paint Hazard Owner-Occupied Renter-Occupied Number % Number %
Total Number of Units Built Before 1980. 21210 45 28795 60 Housing units built before 1980 with children
present
9850 21 4,755 10
Table 39 – Risk of Lead-Based Paint
Data Source: 2016-2020 ACS (Total Units) 2016-2020 CHAS (Units with Children present)

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Suitable for
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Not Suitable for
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Total
Vacant Units
Abandoned Vacant Units
REO Properties
Abandoned REO Properties
Table 40 - Vacant Units
Note: As of the date of publication, this data was not available Need for Owner and Rental Rehabilitation
Stockton’s housing stock faces significant challenges, with a large percentage of both owneroccupied and rental units exhibiting one or more housing problems, such as substandard conditions, overcrowding, and high housing cost burdens. Specifically, 61 percent of rental properties in Stockton are affected by at least one of these issues, highlighting the acute need for rehabilitation efforts in the rental market.

A key factor contributing to these housing problems is the aging of Stockton’s housing supply. A significant portion of the city’s rental units—88 percent—were built before the year 2000, with 60 percent constructed before 1979. This aging housing stock is more prone to structural deterioration, outdated systems, and energy inefficiencies, all of which can exacerbate issues such as high maintenance costs and unhealthy living conditions. Older rental units are often more susceptible to these issues compared to owner-occupied units, which are generally better maintained. Homeowners tend to invest in ongoing maintenance and repairs, protecting their homes’ condition, whereas renters may not have the same incentives or resources to address maintenance problems, leaving rental units in a more deteriorated state over time.

Stockton does offer two rehabilitation programs aimed at addressing housing problems, but these programs are currently limited to owner-occupied homes, leaving a critical gap for rental properties. The two programs are the Single Family Housing Repair Loan Program and the Emergency Housing Repair Loan Program, the latter of which caps funding at $30k and is intended to address safety issues for seniors or disabled individuals. These programs provide much-needed financial support for homeowners to repair and improve their properties, helping to preserve and enhance the quality of the city’s housing stock. However, without similar rehabilitation resources available to landlords, many rental properties in need of repair continue to deteriorate, placing a greater burden on low- and moderate-income renters.

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Estimated Number of Housing Units Occupied by Low or Moderate Income Families with LBP Hazards
The risk of lead-based paint (LBP) hazards is a significant concern in Stockton, particularly for low- and moderate-income families who are more likely to reside in older housing units. Leadbased paint was commonly used in residential properties until its ban by the federal government in 1978, meaning that homes built before this year are at heightened risk for LBP hazards. In Stockton, 45 percent of owner-occupied units and 60 percent of rental units were built before 1980, which increases the likelihood that these homes may contain lead-based paint that poses a risk to children, pregnant women, and other vulnerable individuals.

Low- and moderate-income families, who often face greater housing instability and cost burdens, are disproportionately affected by this risk. Renters are particularly at risk, as they are more likely to live in older housing that has not been adequately maintained or renovated to remove lead-based paint. In fact, renters in Stockton are more likely to occupy housing units built before 1980 compared to homeowners, which significantly increases their exposure to lead hazards. These families, already struggling with limited financial resources, may have fewer options for relocation or for addressing lead-related issues in their homes.

The presence of lead-based paint in older homes is especially dangerous for children, who are more likely to ingest lead dust or paint chips due to their hand-to-mouth behavior. The health risks associated with lead exposure include developmental delays, learning difficulties, and a host of other long-term health issues. These risks are compounded for low- and moderateincome families, who may lack the financial means to test for lead, remove lead hazards, or move to safer housing.

Discussion
Stockton's housing stock faces significant challenges, with many homes in poor condition due to age, lack of maintenance, and overcrowding. A large percentage of both owner-occupied and rental units are affected by housing problems, such as substandard conditions and high housing costs. Many rental properties, particularly those built before 1980, are at risk for lead-based paint hazards, which is a major concern for low- and moderate-income families. Although Stockton offers rehabilitation programs for homeowners, rental units do not have similar support, exacerbating housing quality issues and contributing to the affordability crisis.

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99 MA-25 Public and Assisted Housing – 91.210(b)
Introduction
Public housing in Stockton is managed by the Housing Authority of the County of San Joaquin (HACSJ). Through a variety of federal, state and local affordable housing programs, as well as partnerships with other agencies and businesses, HACSJ is currently assisting approximately 19,000 people in San Joaquin County. HACSJ offers several rental assistance programs and manages almost 900 public housing units across the County.

Total Number of Units
Program Type
Certificate ModRehabPublic
Housing
Vouchers
Total Project
-based
Tenant
-based
Special Purpose Voucher
Veterans
Affairs
Supportive
Housing
Family
Unification
Program
Disabled
*
# of units/vouchers
available
0 0 890 4,396 676 3,349 190 65 116
# of accessible
units***
Table 41 – Total Number of Units by Program Type
*includes Non-Elderly Disabled, Mainstream One-Year, Mainstream Five-year, and Nursing Home Transition ** HUD allows for up to 20 percent of tenant-based vouchers to be utilized to be used on a project basis, with an additional 10 percent allowed if the vouchers are dedicated for a special population. *** HACSJ does not track the number of accessible units in its portfolio.

Data Source: Housing Authority of the County of San Joaquin Describe the supply of public housing developments
HACSJ operates two large housing projects in Stockton. Conway Homes offers 395 single-story family homes and duplexes, and Sierra Vista Homes offers 268 single-story and two-story duplexes, triplexes, and four-plex family homes. The Sierra Vista Homes community has resident counseling and on-site community police.

Describe the number and physical condition of public housing units in the jurisdiction, including those that are participating in an approved Public Housing Agency Plan:

HACSJ operates 663 public housing units in Stockton. The HUD Real Estate Assessment Center (REAC) conducts a program of annual physical inspections of public and assisted multifamily housing projects. Scores for this assessment range from zero to 100. The physical inspection scoring is deficiency based, with all properties starting at 100 points. Each observed deficiency reduces the score by an amount dependent upon the importance and severity of the deficiency.

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at Conway Homes and Sierra Vista Homes in in 2017. At that time, Conway Homes was awarded an average inspection score of 85, while Sierra Vista Homes was awarded an average inspection score of 80, a significant improvement from a score of 60 in 2017.

Public Housing Condition
Public Housing Development Average Inspection Score
Sierra Vista Homes 80
Conway Homes 85
Table 42 - Public Housing Condition
Data Source: Housing Authority of the County of San Joaquin Describe the restoration and revitalization needs of public housing units in the jurisdiction The Housing Authority plans to reposition its public housing portfolio through mixed finance transactions that will include Low-Income Housing Tax Credit (LIHTC), project-based vouchers, and will seek additional funding when applicable from other grant sources such as HOME Investment Partnerships Program, Community Development Block Grant (CDBG), Mental Health Services Act (MHSA), or Veterans Housing and Homeless Prevention (VHHP) funding.

Planned development activities in the City of Stockton include:

1. Develop additional phases of Sierra Vista Homes, which has already converted 46 public housing units to Project-Based Vouchers through the Rental Assistance Demonstration program.

2. Create a phased redevelopment of Conway Homes to include a KIPP charter school, uninhabitable units pending demolition, and 30 units offline pending redevelopment

3. Acquire a maintenance facility and administrative space for use by Sierra Vista Homes and Conway Homes due to redevelopment efforts of both communities. The acquisition will be funded through capital funds or Public Housing reserves. The facility will also provide housing for maintenance functions as well as training space for community and staff.

4. Continue to seek out affordable housing projects for development and acquisition for unused Low Income Public Housing units as well as Housing Choice Project-Based Vouchers. HACSJ will pursue funding from the City of Stockton for rehabilitation and modernization of existing units at a. Satellite Apartments.

Describe the public housing agency's strategy for improving the living environment of lowand moderate-income families residing in public housing:

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The restoration and revitalization of public housing in Stockton are crucial to improving living conditions and ensuring long-term sustainability. HACSJ is currently focused on the following efforts:
• System Modernization - Many public housing units require updates to essential systems such as plumbing, electrical, and HVAC to meet current standards and improve energy efficiency.
• Structural Repairs - Addressing issues like roof leaks, foundation problems, and outdated building materials is essential to ensure the safety and habitability of units. • Accessibility Improvements - Enhancing accessibility features for residents with disabilities, including installing ramps, elevators, and accessible bathrooms. • Community Spaces - Revitalizing common areas and community centers to provide safe and engaging spaces for residents to gather and participate in activities. • Safety Enhancements - Implementing security measures such as improved lighting, surveillance systems, and community policing to ensure a safe living environment. • Resident Services - Expanding support services such as job training, educational programs, and health services to help residents achieve greater self-sufficiency.

These efforts are part of a broader strategy to not only maintain but also enhance the quality of public housing in the County, ensuring it remains a viable option for low-income families, the elderly, and persons with disabilities.

Discussion
HACSJ manages 663 public housing units in Stockton. Physical conditions at its developments in Stockton have improved in the last decade. HACSJ plans to continue its improvements and increase the number of affordable housing units available using a variety of funding sources.

HACSJ aims to modernize systems, make structural repairs, improve accessibility, enhance community spaces, increase safety, and provide more services to residents. These efforts will create better and more sustainable housing conditions for low-income families, the elderly, and people with disabilities.

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MA-30 Homeless Facilities and Services – 91.210(c)
Introduction
There are a range of facilities and services to support individuals experiencing homelessness in Stockton. These services include emergency shelters, transitional housing, and supportive programs aimed at helping people regain stability. The San Joaquin Human Services Agency is the lead agency for the San Joaquin County Continuum of Care (SJCoC), which represents a consortium of local government agencies and non- profit organizations, encompassing all jurisdictions in San Joaquin County, including the City of Stockton. These organizations work collaboratively to address the complex needs of the homeless population and strive to create pathways to permanent housing and improved quality of life. The SJCoC and the Central Valley Low Income Housing Corporation (CVLIHC) play pivotal roles in addressing homelessness in Stockton, with both organizations actively involved in collecting county-wide data to better understand and address the needs of the homeless population.

Facilities and Housing Targeted to Homeless Households
Emergency Shelter Beds Transitional
Housing Beds
Permanent Supportive Housing
Beds
Year Round Beds (Current &
New)*
Voucher / Seasonal /
Overflow Beds*
Current & New * Current & New
^
Under
Development
Households
with Adult(s)
and Child(ren)
343 CoC Shelter Beds
148 City Shelter Beds
272 CoC Voucher beds
117 City Voucher beds
163 CoC
94 City
287 CoC
203 City
Not in HIC, PIT,
and HMIS scope
Households
with Only
Adults
392 CoC Shelter Beds
169 City Shelter Beds
424 CoC Voucher beds
183 City Voucher beds
195 CoC
112 City
535 CoC
378 City
Not in HIC, PIT,
and HMIS scope
Chronically
Homeless
Households
0 0 0 352 CoC
249 City
Not in HIC, PIT,
and HMIS scope
Veterans 10 CoC Shelter beds
0 City Shelter beds
0 15 CoC
9 City
329 CoC
232 City
Not in HIC, PIT,
and HMIS scope
Unaccompanie
d Youth
8 CoC Shelter beds
8 City Shelter beds
0 0 34 CoC
24 City
Not in HIC, PIT,
and HMIS scope
Table 43 - Facilities and Housing Targeted to Homeless Households Data Source: 2024 PIT, HMIS
*Estimate is based on total number of beds in the San Joaquin Continuum of Care and multiplying by 43.15%, the percentage of shelter beds in the Stockton jurisdiction during the 2024 Housing Inventory Count.

Please note that CoC-wide numbers are more accurate and reliable than City of Stockton-specific numbers, as data and inventory for many of these project types do not collect data at a city-specific level, and therefore City-specific numbers are based on estimates from HIC data.
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based voucher use patterns tend to reflect the communities from which people are located previously to obtaining a voucher.

Describe mainstream services, such as health, mental health, and employment services to the extent those services are used to complement services targeted to homeless persons.

Stockon uses a comprehensive approach to addressing homelessness by leveraging mainstream services that complement specialized homeless programs. The San Joaquin Continuum of Care (SJCoC) and Central Valley Low Income Housing Corporation (CVLIHC) work collaboratively with various service providers to ensure homeless individuals and families receive coordinated support across multiple domains.

Health/Mental Health Services: Local healthcare providers partner with homeless service organizations to deliver medical and mental health care, creating an integrated approach that addresses physical and psychological barriers to housing stability. Substance use treatment and recovery services are also available to support individuals with co-occurring disorders.

Employment and Economic Opportunity: Mainstream workforce development programs, vocational training, and employment services help homeless individuals develop skills and secure income sources necessary for long-term housing sustainability. These services are particularly important for transitioning from temporary to permanent housing solutions.

Benefit Access and Case Management: Dedicated case managers help homeless individuals navigate and access mainstream benefits including SSI/SSDI, CalFresh, Medi-Cal, and other public assistance programs. This coordination ensures that homeless persons can leverage available resources while working toward housing stability.

The City's approach recognizes that homelessness requires addressing multiple needs simultaneously. Housing alone is insufficient without the complementary mainstream services that support overall wellbeing and self-sufficiency.

List and describe services and facilities that meet the needs of homeless persons, particularly chronically homeless individuals and families, families with children, veterans and their families, and unaccompanied youth. If the services and facilities are listed on screen SP-40 Institutional Delivery Structure or screen MA-35 Special Needs Facilities and Services, describe how these facilities and services specifically address the needs of these populations.

Stockton offers several services and facilities to meet the needs of homeless persons, including chronically homeless individuals and families, families with children, veterans and their families, and unaccompanied youth.

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Services for homeless veterans include Vetfam, a Catholic Charities program with two locations in Stockton. Vetfam serves homeless veterans and those at risk of becoming homeless by providing wrap-around supportive services such as rental assistance, utility payments, household items, child care, transportation, medical/mental health referrals, affordable health care, housing navigation, money management, food/nutrition assistance and much more.

Another program that supports homeless veterans is HUD-VA Supportive Housing (VASH), a joint program administered by HUD and the Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) that combines case management services with tenant-based rental assistance for homeless veterans. Victory Gardens is a 49-unit development built in 2022 to provide deeply affordable housing to homeless veterans.

Services for homeless families include St. Mary’s Community Services, which houses an average of 350 individuals daily. They provide shelter, clothing, and personal hygiene items. In addition, they offer assistance with employment, vocational skills training, and affordable housing. Family Promise of San Joaquin County works to help reduce homelessness and support low income families in San Joaquin County to achieve sustainable independence through a community-based response. Family Promise specifically targets families with children. In addition to providing emergency shelter, it works with families facing homelessness through education and support.

Additional facilities include Haven of Peace Inc (a shelter for women and children), Stockton’s Men Shelter, New Hope Family Shelter (separate housing for women or women with children, and for men), and the Central Valley Low Income Housing Corp (CVLIHC). Programs provided by CVLIHC help homeless individuals and families move from shelters and the streets into permanent housing and assists households at risk of homelessness with remaining in permanent housing. In conjunction with the direct support for clients, CVLIHC provides clients with support services to improve financial, emotional, and physical wellness. Haven of Peace also offers transitional and supportive housing programs designed to assist residents in building a secure and self-sufficient future by providing temporary housing solutions and long-term support, including life skills training and access to community resources.

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MA-35 Special Needs Facilities and Services – 91.210(d) Introduction
Stockton offers a variety of facilities and services to support individuals with special needs.

These include specialized housing, educational programs, and health services. These facilities and services are designed to create a supportive environment for individuals with special needs, helping them lead fulfilling lives. The County’s 2-1-1 program also connects Stockton residents to help in a wide variety of areas, including housing, health care, mental health services, and substance abuse treatment facilities and supportive services.

Including the elderly, frail elderly, persons with disabilities (mental, physical, developmental), persons with alcohol or other drug addictions, persons with HIV/AIDS and their families, public housing residents and any other categories the jurisdiction may specify, and describe their supportive housing needs
The City recognizes the need to meet the diversity of housing needs, particularly for persons with special needs, through a variety of housing types. Persons with special needs may have a variety of mental and physical disabilities or circumstances that require a wide range of supportive service needs. These special needs populations can also include the elderly, frail elderly, persons with disabilities (mental, physical, developmental), persons with mental health issues, persons with alcohol or other drug addictions, persons with HIV/AIDS and their families, and other categories. The City has a strong commitment to helping people with special needs or disabilities by providing funding to developers and non-profit organizations that provide housing and services special needs populations. HOME funds can also be used to assist in the development and renovation of special needs housing in partnership with developers and service providers.

Elderly and Frail Elderly: For the elderly, poor health is a more significant contributor to housing instability compared to other age groups. Seniors often need help not only with making monthly housing payments but also with costs for utilities, maintenance, repairs, and accessibility upgrades. Some are also not physically able to handle the repairs. Chronic health conditions present a serious barrier to independence for seniors. Often, frail elderly (75 years and above) may be able to remain living independently in their homes with the help of special services. The increased prevalence of health issues and disability among the senior population is exacerbated by limited access to health care that many low- to moderate-income elderly face.

There are many supportive services for the elderly and frail elderly, including in-home supportive services that help pay for services so that individuals in these populations can remain safely in their own homes, meals and nutritional programs for older adults and families,

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supportive service programs to promote and maintain independent living, family caregiver support to provide support to unpaid caregivers caring for elderly relatives, and community senior centers operated by the Community Services Department that provide a wide range of in-person services. The Salvation Army provides many services to seniors, including adult daycare centers for older individuals with both mental and physical disabilities, a Community Center, and affordable housing at the Salvation Army Silvercrest Residence in Stockton.

The Affordable Housing Program for Seniors and the Disabled offers affordable low-income housing to seniors (ages 62 and older) and individuals with disabilities within the cities of Escalon and Stockton. Studios and one-bedroom apartments are available, with several units equipped to accommodate those who are mobility impaired. Ancillary services include Mealson-Wheels and Home Health Services. A social worker coordinator is available for residents' personal needs. The San Joaquin County Department of Aging and Community Services supports older adults, adults with disabilities, family caregivers, and residents in long-term care facilities. The Department’s services help older and disabled individuals live as independently as possible in the community, promote healthy aging and community involvement, and assist family members in their vital caregiving roles.

Persons with Disabilities: Persons with disabilities in the City are twice as likely to experience poverty than those without disabilities. They also face more frequent discrimination from landlords refusing to rent to them and must rely on the advocacy of fair housing services or accommodating owners/managers to secure housing. While this population often has limited incomes, those with disabilities often need a range of supportive services, independent living assistance, accessibility modifications, adaptive equipment, or other features in their home.

Furthermore, as much of the housing stock in the City was constructed prior to 1990 (before the passage of the Americans with Disabilities Act), accessible housing is also limited in supply.

The Housing Authority of the County of San Joaquin (HACSJ) provides units with accessible features through its public housing program and plans. In collaboration with non-profit agencies and developers, the City has worked to foster independence, personal growth, and to promote the opportunity for community integration based on the individual needs of adults with developmental disabilities.

The Housing and Disability Advocacy Program (HDAP), established in 2016, assists people experiencing or at risk of homelessness who are likely eligible for disability benefits by providing advocacy for disability benefits as well as housing supports. HDAP targets individuals experiencing homelessness who are likely eligible for disability benefits. Services provided by HDAP include, but are not limited to, interim shelter assistance, rental assistance, housing navigation, case management, security deposits, utility payments, moving costs, legal services, and credit repair. Winslow Village Apartments is a 40-unit gated apartment complex for

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disabled adults with support services. This affordable housing tax credit project, built by Service First of Northern California in partnership with the State of California, City of Stockton, and San Joaquin County Housing Authority, is a designated living complex for disabled adults who live independently with support services.

People with Mental Health Issues: For individuals with mental health issues, the City has partnered with Care Solace, which helps Stockton residents find licensed mental health providers and substance use treatment services regardless of insurance coverage. The San Joaquin County Behavioral Health Services (BHS) also provides mental health and supportive services for residents with serious mental illness. These mental health services are offered either through directly operated or contract agencies throughout the County. Services typically provided are assessment, therapy, medication, case management/brokerage, crisis intervention, and other supportive services related to housing and employment. These services are intended to reduce psychiatric symptoms, increase independent functioning and selfreliance so that individuals can achieve the fullest and most productive life. The strategy of these programs is to create a full continuum of care for clients' specific level of mental health needs and recovery goals. Some of the program offerings include prevention and early intervention services, clinical services, recovery-focused wellness centers, and client-run services that are designed to support clients who are in later stages of recovery and specialty services to support veterans.

Park Center Apartments, a downtown in-fill development, will provide permanent supportive housing to about 50 San Joaquin County residents experiencing homelessness with severe mental health disorders. It is scheduled to be completed in December 2025.

People with Alcohol or Other Drug Use Issues: People who suffer from substance abuse often require special housing services while they are being treated and recovering. The continuum of care for persons with substance abuse problems consists of four levels of assistance. Public inebriate reception centers, detoxification recovery facilities, recovery homes, and outpatient support networks offer varying levels of care to those with substance abuse issues willing to receive treatment. A public inebriate reception center is a 24-hour facility allowing people to undergo immediate help without being jailed. A detoxification recovery facility allows persons to stay up to 30 days. Persons who need extended assistance may require a stay in a recovery home for 30 to 90 days. Outpatient support networks, such as Alcoholics and Narcotics Anonymous, provide support groups, counseling, and other programs on an ongoing basis.

Substance Abuse Services (SAS) within the BHS is responsible for the coordination of alcohol and drug treatment efforts in County. They provide a range of drug and alcohol treatment services for residents of San Joaquin County, including outpatient, and residential treatment services. SAS provides a wide array of alcohol and other drug prevention, treatment, and

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recovery programs and services for individuals through contracts with community-based organizations. The primary recipients of City-funded alcohol and drug treatment, recovery, and intervention services are County residents, particularly those who are uninsured and/or underinsured.

New Directions is an alcohol and drug awareness program for adult men and women. The core treatment program lasts six months and includes individual counseling, as well as lectures and group sessions that address substance abuse, parenting, employment, and family reunification.

The California Department of Corrections and Rehabilitation contracts with New Directions for treatment beds. These beds are for parolees with long-term substance abuse and criminal issues. Parolees are placed here by their parole agent. Those funded by grants may be selfreferred. Other clients are placed in New Directions by the San Joaquin County Parole Reentry Drug Court, San Joaquin County Post Release Court Supervision Program, and the San Joaquin County Child Protective Services Agency. The Magnolia House, operated by Lily Pad Living, LLC, provides transitional recovery homes for women and children under the age of eight. Magnolia House offers a sober, safe living environment and connects clients to community resources for additional support.

People with HIV/AIDS and their Families: Stable, affordable housing offers the best opportunity for persons living with HIV/AIDS to access drug therapies, treatments, and supportive services that will enhance the quality of life for themselves and their families. For many of those living with HIV/AIDS, short-term assistance with rent, mortgage, or utility costs alone will provide the necessary support to remain healthy and in stable housing. Additionally, a large majority of persons living with HIV/AIDS in the City may have low incomes and need support in the form of financial assistance for medical care, transportation, legal services, and other general support services. The City encourages the coordination of housing-related resources and services for people living with HIV/AIDS in Stockton. Holman (funded by the County’s Housing Opportunities for Persons with AIDS/HIC program) House has 10 beds and houses individuals with HIV or AIDS for up to 18 months. Five different HOPWA-funded condominiums and the Greenfield House have 25 beds and offer temporary housing for families whose parents have HIV or AIDS. Holman House is operated by Stockton Shelter for the Homeless.

Foster Youth and Transitional Housing: Hundreds of foster youth age out of the San Joaquin County child welfare system each year. Most have difficulties when looking for jobs, housing, higher education, or support. The goals of the transitional housing programs for former foster youth are to develop affordable apartments, transitional housing, and emergency shelters in Stockton, in conjunction with supportive services to help youth become independent adults. In addition to housing, the programs offer job training, computer training, educational assistance, and other social services.

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Children’s Home of Stockton (CHS) provides housing for at-risk youth in San Joaquin County and throughout California for 140 years. Each year, CHS serves approximately 100 at-risk youth.

Children’s Home of Stockton (CHS) operates two programs: a licensed 16-bed Short-Term Residential Therapeutic Program (STRTP) for foster youth 12- to 18-years old and Catalyst, an 18-bed housing and homeless prevention program for unsheltered and at-risk youth 18 to 24 years old.

PREVAIL is another organization that serves youth experiencing homelessness. Prevail provides a variety of programs and supportive services to youth at risk, runaway or experiencing homelessness to heal, grow, and thrive. PREVAIL operates two emergency shelters that provide supportive services for youth at risk or experiencing homelessness, Safe House for youth ages 12-17 and Opportunity House for youth 18-21 and emancipated youth ages 16-17. In addition to the youth shelters Prevail runs a Drop-in Center that provides critical services such as meals, showers and laundry facilities for youth ages 12-25 and a case management program, TAY (Transitional Age Youth) to assist youth with basic needs.

Describe programs for ensuring that persons returning from mental and physical health institutions receive appropriate supportive housing
In September 2018 the State Legislature passed SB 1152, the "Dignity in Discharge" law, which requires acute care hospitals and acute psychiatric hospitals to have a written homeless patient discharge planning policy and procedure. Several programs support the implementation of SB 1152 to ensure individuals returning from health institutions receive the necessary resources to transition successfully back into the community.
• Hospital Discharge Planning: Hospitals in Stockton are required to develop comprehensive discharge plans that include securing a sheltered discharge location, providing transportation, offering appropriate weather clothing, and ensuring patients receive a meal and referrals to health and mental health resources. • Collaboration with Community Resources: Hospitals collaborate with local shelters, mental health providers, and supportive services to ensure a smooth transition for discharged patients. This includes working with organizations like the Central Valley Low Income Housing Corporation (CVLIHC) and the Housing Authority of the County of San Joaquin (HACSJ).
• Supportive Housing Programs: Programs like the Crossway Residences, in partnership with San Joaquin County Behavioral Health Services (SJCBHS), provide supportive housing for individuals with mental health issues, ensuring they have a stable place to live post-discharge.

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Specify the activities that the jurisdiction plans to undertake during the next year to address the housing and supportive services needs identified in accordance with 91.215(e) with respect to persons who are not homeless but have other special needs. Link to one-year goals. 91.315(e)
Some of the housing and supportive service needs are addressed strategically through funding categories that meet multiple needs. For example, the City has prioritized making more affordable housing units to Stockton residents. Units that are created with funds allocated to affordable housing often include social services targeted to lower-income and special needs populations.

For entitlement/consortia grantees: Specify the activities that the jurisdiction plans to undertake during the next year to address the housing and supportive services needs identified in accordance with 91.215(e) with respect to persons who are not homeless but have other special needs. Link to one-year goals. (91.220(2)) During the five year plan period, the City of Stockton plans to undertake several key activities to address the housing and supportive services needs of, including but not limited to, persons with special needs, including the elderly, person with disabilities, transition-aged youth, those with mental health or substance use disorders, and persons with HIV or AIDS and their families.

These activities include expanding affordable housing options, including exploring the creation of an Affordable Housing Trust, enhancing in-home supportive services and nutritional programs for the elderly, and increasing the availability of accessible housing units for persons with disabilities. The City will also support the development of transitional and supportive housing for individuals with mental health issues and substance use disorders, ensuring they receive comprehensive case management and access to necessary health services. Additionally, the City will collaborate with non-profit organizations to provide stable, affordable housing and supportive services for persons living with HIV or AIDS, promoting their health and well-being.

These initiatives reflect Stockton's commitment to fostering an inclusive community where all residents can thrive.

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MA-40 Barriers to Affordable Housing – 91.210(e)
Negative Effects of Public Policies on Affordable Housing and Residential Investment California housing law requires that each jurisdiction include an analysis of governmental constraints to affordable housing development as a required component of its adopted General Plan Housing Element. Based on Stockton's 2023-2031 Housing Element, several key policies and regulations may affect housing development and investment, though the City has worked to minimize these constraints where possible.

The City's General Plan and Development Code promotes diverse housing development, with residential uses allowed in nonresidential zones and densities up to 136 units per acre permitted in the Downtown Core. However, development standards outside downtown, including density limits of 30 units per acre and parking requirements, can impact housing feasibility. Parking standards, while relatively low compared to other jurisdictions, still require two spaces per single-family home and one to one-and-a-half spaces per multifamily unit.

Processing and permit procedures represent another potential constraint. While most housing projects are allowed by-right and only require site plan and design review, processing times can range from one to four weeks for design review to 12 – 24 weeks for General Plan amendments. Development fees also impact housing affordability, with total impact fees of approximately $61,725 for single-family and $33,028 per multifamily unit, representing about

15.3 percent and 6.1 percent of total development costs respectively.

Stockton has implemented several measures to reduce these constraints. In 2022, it adopted Density Waivers for Small Infill Lots, allowing modification of underlying zoning requirements to facilitate development. The City’s Economic Stimulus Plan provides fee reductions for both single-family and multi-family projects. Infrastructure requirements, while necessary, are reduced where possible for infill development.

Stockton continues to evaluate and update its policies to encourage housing development through ongoing code updates, process simplification, and fee reduction programs.

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MA-45 Non-Housing Community Development Assets – 91.215 (f) Introduction
This section examines Stockton’s key non-housing community development needs, focusing on economic development opportunities and workforce needs. The City's Economic Development Strategic Action Plan outlines several core business areas that could create jobs and support economic growth. The Plan identifies various initiatives to improve economic opportunity, including programs to enhance quality of life and strengthen the local business environment. Regional efforts, including partnerships with San Joaquin County and neighboring communities, are also working to address local workforce training needs. This analysis considers both current conditions and recent economic trends that affect the City's ability to meet its community development goals.

Economic Development Market Analysis
Business Activity
Business by Sector Number of Workers Number of Jobs Share of Workers %
Share of Jobs
%
Jobs less workers
%
Agriculture, Mining, Oil & Gas Extraction 4,022 1,322 4% 2% -2% Arts, Entertainment, Accommodations 11,910 9,832 13% 13% 0% Construction 6,545 3,525 7% 5% -2%
Education and Health Care Services 20,528 23,551 22% 31% 9% Finance, Insurance, and Real Estate 3,983 3,636 4% 5% 1% Information 1,475 940 2% 1% -1%
Manufacturing 9,555 5,467 10% 7% -3%
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Business by Sector Number of Workers Number of Jobs Share of Workers %
Share of Jobs
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Jobs less workers
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Professional, Scientific, Management Services 5,926 4,102 6% 5% -1% Public Administration 0 0 0% 0% 0%
Retail Trade 13,282 11,464 14% 15% 1%
Transportation & Warehousing 7,393 4,832 8% 6% -2%
Wholesale Trade 5,643 5,590 6% 7% 1%
Total 93,895 77,196
Table 44 - Business Activity
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Labor Force
Total Population in the Civilian Labor Force 140,360
Civilian Employed Population 16 years and over 128,955
Unemployment Rate 8.13
Unemployment Rate for Ages 16-24 15.11
Unemployment Rate for Ages 25-65 5.33
Table 45 - Labor Force
Data Source: 2016-2020 ACS
Occupations by Sector Number of People
Management, business and financial 22,115
Farming, fisheries and forestry occupations 5,485
Service 15,840
Sales and office 26,350
Construction, extraction, maintenance and
repair
15,425
Production, transportation and material moving 10,230
95,445
Table 46 – Occupations by Sector
Data Source: 2016-2020 ACS
Travel Time
Travel Time Number of People Percentage
< 30 Minutes 76,144 64
30-59 Minutes 21,468 18
60 or More Minutes 21,029 18
Total 118,641 100
Table 47 - Travel Time
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Education:

Educational Attainment by Employment Status (Population 25 and Older) Educational Attainment In Labor Force
Civilian Employed Unemployed Not in Labor Force
Less than high school graduate 18,005 2,055 11,895
High school graduate (includes
equivalency)
31,530 2,690 12,690
Some college or Associate’s
degree
33,895 2,590 10,120
Bachelor’s degree or higher 22,655 820 4,260
Table 48 - Educational Attainment by Employment Status
Data Source: 2016-2020 ACS
Educational Attainment by Age
Age
18–24 yrs 25–34 yrs 35–44 yrs 45–65 yrs 65+ yrs
Less than 9th grade 790 2,610 5,430 9,815 7,180
9th to 12th grade, no
diploma
3,710 4,165 3,70 6,230 3,460
High school graduate,
GED, or alternative
13,230 16,745 12,300 17,895 9,425
Some college, no
degree
11,575 9,720 8,120 14,850 7,325
Associate’s degree 1,330 3,950 3,950 6,020 3,330
Bachelor’s degree 1,990 5,755 4,785 8,390 4,920
Graduate or
professional degree
145 2,190 2,750 3,875 2,965
Table 49 - Educational Attainment by Age
Data Source: 2016-2020 ACS
Educational Attainment – Median Earnings in the Past 12 Months Educational Attainment Median Earnings in the Past 12 Months Less than high school graduate $26,178
High school graduate (includes equivalency) $32,654
Some college or Associate’s degree $38,426
Bachelor’s degree $54,324
Graduate or professional degree $73,342
Table 50 – Median Earnings in the Past 12 Months
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Based on the Business Activity table above, what are the major employment sectors within your jurisdiction?
According to the data, the major employment sectors in Stockton are:
• Education and Health Care Services (23,551 jobs; about 31% of total employment) • Retail Trade (11,464jobs; about 15% of total employment) • Arts, Entertainment, Accommodations (9,832 jobs; about 13% of total employment) • Manufacturing (5,467 jobs; about 7% of total employment) Describe the workforce and infrastructure needs of the business community The workforce needs center around education and skills-training to support the growing healthcare, technology, and professional service sectors. There is demand for technical training in healthcare and educational services, which represent the largest employment sector.

Stockton’s Economic Development Strategic Action Plan (EDSAP) identifies a critical need for enhanced life skills training and workforce readiness programs to better prepare workers.

Infrastructure needs include improved broadband capabilities to support the internet-based economy, enhanced transportation networks, and improved public transit to connect workers with employment centers. Stockton has identified downtown development as a priority, including amenities and facilities that can attract and retain businesses and skilled workers.

One key focus is creating a Workforce Alliance with San Joaquin County, local businesses, community groups, and educational institutions to identify skills needed for the future of work.

This includes developing targeted outreach strategies and actionable roadmaps for job seekers in high-impact industries and organizations.

Describe any major changes that may have an economic impact, such as planned local or regional public or private sector investments or initiatives that have affected or may affect job and business growth opportunities during the planning period. Describe any needs for workforce development, business support or infrastructure these changes may create.

Several significant developments are affecting Stockton's economic landscape. The city has seen significant commercial development since 2016, with over 500,000 square feet of new retail and office space. The 2021 EDSAP outlines strategic goals including building a thriving entrepreneurship ecosystem, attracting high-caliber businesses, and strengthening the local business climate through data-driven decision making.

In terms of physical development, the City is working to transform downtown through multiple coordinated efforts. Two landmark projects contributing to these efforts include the development of the Town Center Studios and the South Pointe development project. Town Center Studios transformed 40 motel rooms into studio apartments and mostly serve “high

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need” individuals. South Pointe is a city-owned site located along the downtown waterfront.

The City was awarded federal and state grant funds to assess and cleanup the 9-acre site to prepare for the development of a mixed-use commercial / multigenerational housing project.

The City Council adopted the Envision Stockton 2040 General Plan, reflecting a significant shift away from greenfield development toward urban infill development and redevelopment.

Additionally, major projects include the development and leasing of the Norcal Logistics Center and Airpark 599 in South Stockon, which represent significant local investment. Downtown revitalization efforts aim to create a more vibrant urban core that can attract new businesses and residents. Retaining small businesses through improvements of business façades, equipment purchases, and entrepreneurship support programs has been a major focus.

How do the skills and education of the current workforce correspond to employment opportunities in the jurisdiction?
The workforce data shows opportunities for better alignment between skills and job opportunities. The unemployment rate is 8 percent overall, with a higher rate of 17 percent for ages 16 through 24. This indicates a need for enhanced workforce development. To address this, Stockton’s EDSAP emphasized the creation of partnerships and internship opportunities through Stockton Unified School District’s Career Pathways program and establishing partnerships with educational institutions to develop relevant training programs. These initiatives aim to expose Stockton’s youth to various vocational opportunities while building a skilled workforce for the city’s growing sectors.

Describe any current workforce training initiatives, including those supported by Workforce Investment Boards, community colleges and other organizations. Describe how these efforts will support the jurisdiction's Consolidated Plan.

Key workforce development programs in Stockton include partnerships with San Joaquin Delta College, which provides career technical education and workforce development programs. The city benefits from WorkNet Center services and collaborations with the regional Workforce Development Board. These programs offer job search assistance, skills training, and career development services to help bridge the gap between workforce skills and employer needs. The EDSAP emphasizes establishing a Workforce Alliance with the County, local businesses, community groups, and educational institutions to identify skills needed for future work opportunities and advance workforce development initiatives.

Does your jurisdiction participate in a Comprehensive Economic Development Strategy (CEDS)?
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If so, what economic development initiatives are you undertaking that may be coordinated with the Consolidated Plan? If not, describe other local/regional plans or initiatives that impact economic growth.

The San Joaquin County CEDS identifies a wide variety of capital improvement projects that can be coordinated with projects funded under the Consolidated Plan. Through the EDSAP, the City is implementing strategic initiatives that align with both the CEDS and Consolidated Plan, including downtown revitalization, workforce development programs, and business support services. These coordinated efforts focus on creating economic opportunities while ensuring equitable development throughout the city.

Discussion
Stockton's major employment sectors include education and health care services, retail trade, arts and entertainment, and manufacturing. The city needs more education and skills training to support growing sectors like healthcare and technology. Infrastructure improvements, such as better internet and transportation, are also needed.

Stockton is focusing on downtown development to attract businesses and skilled workers.

Significant changes include new commercial developments and downtown revitalization projects like Town Center Studios and the South Pointe project. These efforts aim to create a vibrant urban core and attract new businesses.

Workforce development programs, partnerships with educational institutions, and initiatives like the Workforce Alliance are helping to align skills with job opportunities. Stockton's strategic plans, including the Economic Development Strategic Action Plan and the Comprehensive Economic Development Strategy, support these efforts to ensure economic growth and equitable development.

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MA-50 Needs and Market Analysis Discussion
Are there areas where households with multiple housing problems are concentrated? (include a definition of "concentration")
Housing problems typically impact lower and moderate-income households disproportionately, compared to above moderate-income households. A low- and moderate-income concentration is defined as a Census Tract where at least 54.2 percent of households are low-income and at least 70.2 percent are moderate-income. Large concentrations of low- and moderate-income households are located in the Downtown and South Stockton neighborhoods, bounded generally by Harding Way to the north, Airport Road to the east, Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Blvd to the south, and I-5 to the west.

Are there any areas in the jurisdiction where racial or ethnic minorities or low-income families are concentrated? (include a definition of "concentration") According to census data, above average concentrations of certain minority groups occur most commonly in low- and moderate-income areas. Various census tracts in the Downtown and southeast portion of Stockton have an above average percentage of African Americans and Hispanics. Eleven census tracts within the City of Stockton qualify as Racially/Ethnically Concentrated Areas of Poverty (R/ECAP), which HUD defines as areas having a non-white population of 50 percent or more and a poverty rate of either 40 percent or more, or three times the metropolitan area average. R/ECAP tracts are generally concentrated in Downtown and South Stockton.

What are the characteristics of the market in these areas/neighborhoods? Areas with high concentrations of racial or ethnic minorities and low-income families tend to have some of the highest concentrations of rental housing. These areas, particularly in and around Downtown also have high concentrations of the City's multifamily housing stock.

Available code enforcement and rental inspection program data indicate that housing units in many of these lower-income, high minority neighborhoods can be characterized as substandard or in need of rehabilitation. Due to these conditions and other social characteristics, the relative cost of housing in these areas tends to be notably lower than in other parts of the city.

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Figure 1 - Racially and/or Ethnically Concentrated Areas of Poverty by Census Tract, 2018 Source: 2014-2018 ACS and HUD
Are there any community assets in these areas/neighborhoods? The city has a variety of community groups and organizations that provide services in low- and moderate-income areas. Two existing public housing developments, Sierra Vista Homes and Conway Homes, are in primarily low- and moderate-income neighborhoods with high concentrations of African American and Hispanic residents. The majority of HUD-assisted multifamily properties and Low-Income Housing Tax Credit (LIHTC) properties are in Downtown Stockton and neighborhoods to the north, predominantly in low- and moderate-income Census tracts.

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logistics. These opportunities could attract higher skill and higher wage jobs to serve nearby residents as well as residents from other lower-income and minority neighborhoods throughout the city. While improved public transportation facilities and service will be needed to connect workers to new employment opportunities, development around the airport area could provide significant economic benefits to surrounding neighborhoods.

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MA-60 Broadband Needs of Housing occupied by Low- and Moderate-Income Households - 91.210(a)(4), 91.310(a)(2)
Describe the need for broadband wiring and connections for households, including low- and moderate-income households and neighborhoods.

The term “broadband” is commonly used to refer to a high-speed, always-on connection to the global internet. As such, broadband connectivity is also commonly referred to as “high-speed broadband” or “high-speed internet.” In an age when information technology drives much of the local, state, and global economies, broad connectivity is critical for all households in order to facilitate access to information and employment opportunities. This is particularly true for low- and moderate-income households who may lack alternative channels for access to information, education, and employment. For these reasons, HUD recently introduced a new requirement to incorporate an analysis of access to broadband internet into the Consolidated Planning process and requires that jurisdictions consider approaches to “bridging the digital divide” as part of their goal and priority-setting process, though falls short of requiring that actions be taken. HUD indicates that the evaluation should be conducted using readily available data sources developed by Federal, State, and local government agencies and other available data, and that HUD will not require grantees to incorporate these new requirements into their Consolidated Plan process until HUD is able to make the data available to all grantees. As of this writing, no such data or guidance has been made available; however, a December 16, 2016 notice in the Federal Register (Docket No. FR 5891-F-02) identifies possible sources of information, including the National Broadband Map (NBM) created by the National Telecommunications and Information Administration (NTIA) and the Federal Communications Commission (FCC) Form 477.

According to the 2022 ACS 5-Year Estimates for the City of Stockton (Table S2801), approximately 91.6% of households have an internet subscription, including 85.5% with a cellular data plan and 77.4% with broadband such as fiber optic, cable, or DSL, while satellite internet service accounts for 8.1% of connections. Despite widespread broadband availability,

8.4% of households lack an internet subscription, with disparities based on income level.

Among households earning less than $20,000 annually, 74.0% have broadband access, while

25.7% remain unconnected, and only 0.2% rely on dial-up connections. For households earning between $20,000 and $74,999, 87.6% have broadband, leaving 12.2% without an internet subscription. In contrast, 96.6% of households earning $75,000 or more have broadband access, with only 3.3% lacking an internet subscription. These figures indicate that low-income households face significant barriers to internet access, likely due to affordability constraints.

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However, free broadband access is available through public libraries, the City Permit Center, and other public locations, while Xfinity’s Internet Essentials program provides low-cost broadband for qualifying households, including those receiving SNAP, SSI, Medicaid, and National School Lunch Program benefits. Expanding affordable broadband programs and digital literacy initiatives is crucial to closing Stockton’s digital divide and ensuring equitable access to high-speed internet for all residents.

Describe the need for increased competition by having more than one broadband Internet service provider serve the jurisdiction.

The need for increased broadband choice and competition helps to reduce the “digital divide,” a term that refers to the growing gap in access to computers and the internet between different groups. Having multiple service providers helps to ensure that households, particularly low- and moderate-income residents, have access to affordable broadband service that enables their participation in today's digital economic, social, and educational opportunities.

According to the broadband data shown above, there are still significant disparities in broadband access and adoption among lower-income households in Stockton. Increased competition among providers could help reduce costs and improve service quality, making internet access more affordable and reliable for all residents. This is particularly important given that households earning less than $20,000 annually show significantly lower broadband adoption rates compared to higher-income households.

Since 2021, the American Connectivity Program (ACP), a $14 billion initiative, has provided monthly broadband discounts of $30 per month for qualifying households. In Stockton, this program aims to help bridge the digital divide by making internet service more affordable for eligible households. However, increased competition among providers would further support these affordability efforts and help ensure that low-income households have access to quality broadband service.

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MA-65 Hazard Mitigation - 91.210(a)(5), 91.310(a)(3)
Describe the jurisdiction’s increased natural hazard risks associated with climate change.

The City’s 2014 Climate Action Plan (CAP) established an inventory of emissions, reduction targets, and implementation measures to mitigate climate change risks. California State Senate Bill (SB) 379 mandates that jurisdictions update their General Plan Safety Element to incorporate climate adaptation and resilience strategies. These requirements have also been integrated into the Envision Stockton 2040 General Plan, particularly in the Land Use, Safety, and Community Health elements section.

The 2022 San Joaquin County Local Hazard Mitigation Plan (LHMP) was approved by FEMA and the County Board of Supervisors in April 2023. This plan identifies hazards, assesses risks, and proposes mitigation strategies to reduce or eliminate future risks. In January 2024, the County initiated the development of a Multi-Jurisdiction Hazard Mitigation Plan (MJHMP), which aimed to collaboratively address natural hazard risks exacerbated by climate change in cities and special districts. The 2022 LHMP highlights that climate change will likely intensify flooding, drought, extreme heat, and wildfire risks, significantly impacting public health, infrastructure, and agriculture. Stockton’s General Plan Safety Element update will incorporate these adaptation measures to enhance community resilience. In addition, the 2023 San Joaquin County Hazard Mitigation Plan also clearly identifies many of the natural hazard risks that the community may be vulnerable to due to climate change based on those identified in the California Adaptation Planning Guide (APG), including:
• Ecosystem and Biodiversity – Climate change and new development patterns affect both natural and built environments. These changes create stress on local ecosystems and species, particularly impacting regional habitats that support vulnerable populations. • Extreme Temperatures – Climate change continues to influence significant increases in average annual temperatures, with particular impact during summer months. The heat island effect in developed areas poses increased health risks, especially for vulnerable populations who work or spend significant time outdoors. • Public Health - Rising temperatures can disproportionately affect vulnerable populations, including low-income residents and those working outdoors. These impacts are particularly significant in urban areas where the heat island effect is strongest. • Future Development - Development patterns will need to consider climate resilience, particularly in addressing increasing demand for housing and infrastructure. More compact, mixed-use developments that help residents avoid heat exposure and provide efficient access to services will become increasingly important.

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The San Joaquin County Hazard Mitigation Plan indicates that while climate change has not been directly attributed as a causal factor for any declared disasters, the likelihood that climate change will be a significant contributing factor to future natural disasters in San Joaquin County and the City of Stockton is relatively high.

Describe the vulnerability to these risks of housing occupied by low- and moderate-income households based on an analysis of data, findings, and methods.

The degree to which low- and moderate-income households are vulnerable to increased natural hazards associated with climate change is an important consideration for the City of Stockton.

According to the City's 2023 Revised Displacement Avoidance Plan (RDAP)and the San Joaquin County Hazard Mitigation Plan, vulnerable populations, including low-income households, the elderly, the homeless, and other marginalized groups, have a reduced capacity to prepare for and cope with extreme weather and climate-related hazards.

The County's Hazard Mitigation Plan indicates that while climate change has not necessarily resulted in significantly increased risks to any declared disasters, the likelihood that climate change will be a significant contributing factor to future disaster declarations and risks for the City of Stockton and its residents is strong.

Low- and moderate-income neighborhoods often face greater exposure to climate hazards due to factors such as:
• Older housing stock with less efficient heating and cooling systems • Limited resources for weatherization and climate adaptation improvements • Higher concentration in areas with less tree coverage and more heat island effects • Reduced access to transportation options during extreme weather events The RDAP provides a comprehensive analysis of the risks and vulnerabilities faced by housing occupied by low- and moderate-income households in Stockton. These households are at higher risk during floods due to their location in flood-prone areas and heatwaves, as they often lack access to air conditioning and other cooling mechanisms. Poor air quality is another significant concern, especially for households located near industrial areas or major highways.

These households are more likely to be exposed to pollutants, which can lead to respiratory issues and other health problems. Economic vulnerabilities also pose a substantial risk to lowand moderate-income households. The RDAP emphasizes that these households are more likely to spend a higher percentage of their income on housing, leaving them with less financial flexibility to address emergencies or make necessary repairs. Many residents in these households work in low-wage, unstable jobs, making it difficult for them to afford housing and other necessities. The document highlights the need for economic support and job training programs to improve their financial stability. Social vulnerabilities further compound the

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challenges faced by low- and moderate-income households. The RDAP identifies a lack of access to essential services, such as healthcare, education, and public transportation, as a significant vulnerability. This lack of access can hinder their ability to improve their living conditions and overall quality of life. Social isolation and a lack of community support networks are also highlighted as vulnerabilities. Strengthening community ties and providing social services can help mitigate these risks. To assess these vulnerabilities, the RDAP utilized a variety of data sources, including census data, housing surveys, and environmental assessments. Geographic Information System (GIS) mapping was used to visualize the distribution of these households and their proximity to environmental hazards, such as flood zones and industrial areas. The study also involved input from various stakeholders, including community organizations, local government agencies, and residents, to gain a comprehensive understanding of the challenges faced by low- and moderate-income households. Public meetings and surveys were conducted to gather feedback and identify priority areas for intervention. Risk assessment methodologies were employed to evaluate the potential impact of environmental, economic, and social risks on these households, including assessing the likelihood of different hazards occurring and their potential consequences on housing stability and residents' well-being. The RDAP provides several recommendations to address these vulnerabilities and help reduce environmental risks.

Investing in infrastructure upgrades, such as flood defenses and cooling centers, expanding affordable housing programs, and providing housing rehabilitation funding can help minimize these risks. Implementing job training and economic support programs can improve financial stability and reduce housing cost burdens.

As these populations are less able to adapt to and absorb the impacts associated with climate change, it is critical for the community to prioritize actions that reduce and/or mitigate the impacts of climate change on the most vulnerable populations, particularly in areas identified as having concentrations of low- and moderate-income households. By addressing these vulnerabilities and risks through targeted interventions and comprehensive planning, Stockton can improve the resilience and quality of life for its low- and moderate-income residents.

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Strategic Plan
SP-05 Overview
Strategic Plan Overview
In conjunction with the Needs Assessment and Market Analysis sections, the Strategic Plan identifies the City’s priorities and describes strategies that the City will undertake to address the previously identified needs and to achieve the objectives identified herein. In addition to this overview, the Strategic Plan includes the following sub-sections:
• SP-10 Geographic Priorities
• SP-25 Priority Needs
• SP-30 Influence of Market Conditions
• SP-35 Anticipated Resources
• SP-40 Institutional Delivery Structure
• SP-45 Goals
• SP-50 Public Housing Accessibility and Involvement
• SP-55 Barriers to Affordable Housing
• SP-60 Homelessness Strategy
• SP-65 Lead-Based Paint Hazards
• SP-70 Anti-Poverty Strategy
• SP-80 Monitoring

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SP-10 Geographic Priorities – 91.215 (a)(1)
Geographic Area
The geographic priorities table has been deleted as the City does not allocate funds to specific geographic target areas; rather, the City makes resources available on a citywide basis but provides additional outreach and recruitment in areas with high concentrations of unmet needs and areas within the adopted Slum/Blight Area Map.

General Allocation Priorities
Describe the basis for allocating investments geographically within the jurisdiction (or within the EMSA for HOPWA)
The City allocates resources on a citywide basis. For example, the housing rehabilitation and program is equally available to qualifying residents in all geographic subareas, with eligibility being determined based on the income of the household receiving assistance. Households with the greatest demonstrated unmet need receive higher priority for assistance. Additional preference is given to households residing in areas with disproportionately high concentrations of low- and moderate-income households, minority households, and/or households experiencing HUD-defined housing problems, such as those areas identified under subsection MA-50. Though qualifying households are also encouraged to consider housing options in areas with greater access to opportunity. Projects located in areas that correspond with other related or complementary programs and/or projects also receive additional preference or priority consideration.

For activities meeting the Slum Blight Area national objective, the City of Stockton uses the State definition of Slum/Blight which was used in the establishment of Redevelopment Project Areas. The City's current slum/blight area is primarily composed of the downtown and Neighborhood Action Plan Areas, specifically the Cabral/East Cabral Station Area, Little Manila/Gleason Park, and South Airport Way neighborhoods; bounded by Harding Way to the north, the San Joaquin River to the west, Wilson Way to the east, and MLK Blvd to the south.

The City conducted a lot by lot survey in 2023 for these areas. Staff has carefully reviewed the data and maps and have found that the following conditions still exist, in compliance with HUD's requirement to re-determine eligibility for slum/blight designation every ten years. This review indicated that the slum/blight area features unsafe/unhealthy/deteriorated buildings, vacant/abandoned properties, and significantly depreciated property values compare to other parts of the city. In addition, the downtown waterfront area features high vacancy rates and environmental contamination.

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Figure 2 – 2023 Stockton Slum-Blight Area Map
Data Source: City of Stockton GIS

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SP-25 Priority Needs - 91.215(a)(2)
Priority Needs
Table 51 – Priority Needs Summary
1 Priority Need Name Increase and Preserve Affordable Housing Opportunities Priority Level High
Population Extremely Low-Income
Very Low-Income
Low-Income
Moderate Income
Individuals
Large Families
Families with Children
Elderly
Public Housing Residents
Chronic Homelessness
Mentally Ill
Chronic Substance Abuse
Veterans
Persons with HIV/AIDS
Victims of Domestic Violence
Unaccompanied Youth
Elderly
Frail Elderly
Persons with Mental Disabilities
Persons with Physical Disabilities
Persons with Developmental Disabilities
Persons with Alcohol or Other Addictions
Persons with HIV/AIDS and their Families
Victims of Domestic Violence
Non-housing Community Development
Geographic Areas
Affected
Citywide
Associated Goals Develop & Rehabilitate Affordable Housing Units

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Description Preserve, improve, and expand the supply of decent affordable housing for the City’s lower income households. Increase the supply of affordable multifamily housing units targeting households at extremely low- and very low-income levels. Provide
homeownership opportunities for low-income first-time buyers.

Assist existing low-income owner-occupied households keep their homes safe and well maintained by providing rehabilitation funding and other needed assistance.

Basis for Relative
Priority
Priority is assigned based on the level of need demonstrated by the data collected during the preparation of the Plan, and presented in the Needs Assessment and Market Analysis. Other important factors taken into consideration include information gathered through consultation and resident participation, and the relative availability of necessary resources.
2 Priority Need Name Reduce Homelessness
Priority Level High
Population Extremely Low-Income
Very Low-Income
Low-Income
Large Families
Families with Children
Elderly
Frail Elderly
Public Housing Residents
Chronic Homelessness
Individuals
Mentally Ill
Chronic Substance Abuse
Veterans
Persons with Mental Disabilities
Persons with Physical Disabilities
Persons with Developmental Disabilities
Persons with Alcohol or Other Addictions
Persons with HIV/AIDS and their Families
Victims of Domestic Violence
Unaccompanied Youth
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Geographic Areas
Affected
Citywide
Associated Goals Provide Services to Prevent & Reduce Homelessness Description Provide supportive services for the City’s unhoused populations, including emergency, transitional, and permanent supportive shelter, as well as rapid rehousing and homelessness prevention.

Increase and maintain transitional housing opportunities with supportive services to improve outcomes and stability and promote successful transitions into permanent housing. Expand the housing first model to provide permanent housing units with intense wrap around services on-site.

Basis for Relative
Priority
Priority is assigned based on the level of need demonstrated by the data collected during the preparation of the Plan and presented in the Needs Assessment and Market Analysis. Other important factors taken into consideration include information gathered through consultation and resident participation, and the relative availability of necessary resources.
3 Priority Need Name Resilient & Healthy Communities
Priority Level Low

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Population Extremely Low-Income
Very Low-Income
Low-Income
Moderate-Income
Individuals Large Families
Families with Children
Elderly
Frail Elderly
Public Housing Residents
Chronic Homelessness
Mentally Ill
Chronic Substance Abuse
Veterans Persons with HIV/AIDS
Victims of Domestic Violence
Unaccompanied Youth
Persons with Mental Disabilities
Persons with Physical Disabilities
Persons with Developmental Disabilities
Persons with Alcohol or Other Addictions
Persons with HIV/AIDS and their Families
Victims of Domestic Violence
Non-housing Community Development
Geographic Areas
Affected
Citywide
Associated Goals Resilient Infrastructure & Public Facilities Healthy Neighborhoods & Residents
Description Resilience is the sustained ability of a community to use available resources to respond to, withstand, and recover from adverse situations, whether these situations be physical, social, economic, or health related. Communities across the City need improvements in infrastructure, public facilities, and resources to narrow disparities and mitigate the increased risk of natural disasters.

Vulnerable populations, particularly persons experiencing and those at-risk of homelessness, low-income families, seniors, persons with a disability, and survivors of domestic violence, are often most impacted by these shifts and rely heavily on public services for basic life necessities, such as food and shelter.

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Basis for Relative
Priority
Priority is assigned based on the level of need demonstrated by the data collected during the preparation of the Plan, and presented in the Needs Assessment and Market Analysis. Other important factors taken into consideration include information gathered through consultation and resident participation, and the relative availability of necessary resources.
4 Priority Need Name Strengthen Local Economy
Priority Level Low
Population Extremely Low-Income
Very Low-Income
Low-Income
Moderate-Income
Individuals Large Families
Families with Children
Public Housing Residents
Chronic Homelessness
Mentally Ill
Chronic Substance Abuse
Veterans
Persons with HIV/AIDS
Victims of Domestic Violence
Unaccompanied Youth
Elderly
Frail Elderly
Persons with Mental Disabilities
Persons with Physical Disabilities
Persons with Developmental Disabilities
Persons with Alcohol or Other Addictions
Persons with HIV/AIDS and their Families
Victims of Domestic Violence
Non-housing Community Development
Geographic Areas
Affected
Citywide
Associated Goals Support Businesses
Increase Access to Economic Opportunity

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Description Promote economic development activities that create, attract, and retain jobs and promote economic activity and vitality, especially those that provide economic opportunities for low- and moderateincome persons. Prioritize and expand job readiness programs targeting low-income youth, disabled persons, and unhoused persons.

Basis for Relative
Priority
Priority is assigned based on the level of need demonstrated by the data collected during the preparation of the Plan, and presented in the Needs Assessment and Market Analysis. Other important factors taken into consideration include information gathered through consultation and resident participation, and the relative availability of necessary resources.

Narrative (Optional)
Priority needs will be addressed by their associated goals discussed in greater detail in SP-45.

1. Priority Need: Increase and Preserve Affordable Housing Opportunities Associated Goal 1: Develop & Rehabilitate Affordable Housing Units

2. Priority Need: Reduce Homelessness
Associated Goal 2: Provide Funding for Service Providers to Prevent & Reduce Homelessness

3. Priority Need: Resilient and Healthy Communities
Associated Goal 3: Resilient Infrastructure & Public Facilities Associated Goal 4: Healthy Neighborhoods & Residents

4. Priority Need: Strengthen Local Economy
Associated Goal 5: Support Businesses
Associated Goal 6: Increase Access to Economic Opportunity Goal Supporting all Needs: Compliance
Priority is assigned based on the level of need demonstrated by the data collected during the preparation of the Plan, and presented in the Needs Assessment and Market Analysis. Other important factors taken into consideration in priority assignment include information gathered through consultation and resident participation, and the relative availability of necessary resources. Based on these factors, homelessness resources and housing needs are considered “high” priorities, while community and economic development needs are considered “low” priority. Note that a “low” priority designation does not indicate that the associated needs are

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unimportant. For example, improvements in the availability of affordable housing can, at least to some degree, ameliorate needs associated with housing and community development.

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SP-30 Influence of Market Conditions – 91.215 (b)
Influence of Market Conditions
Affordable
Housing Type
Market Characteristics that will influence the
use of funds available for housing type
Tenant Based
Rental Assistance
(TBRA)
Consultations with stakeholders revealed that many landlords view Housing Choice Voucher (HCV) participants as high-risk tenants, and that the Fair Market rents set by HUD are lower than the true market rental rates they could collect. This has caused a shortage of landlord willing to rent to HCV recipients. The City may consider utilizing funds to support ongoing efforts by service providers to secure and incentivize HCV acceptance. Additionally, the City may consider utilizing ESG monies for homelessness prevention and rapid rehousing.

TBRA for NonHomeless Special
Needs
See the discussion provided above. The City may consider utilizing HOME funding for TBRA activities, as well as ESG monies for homelessness prevention and rapid rehousing. These programs are designed to help all types of lowincome households. Special needs households may receive assistance, with priority given under existing guidelines. However, the maximum allowable HOME rents are typically below the market average, which discourages property owners from accepting HOME based assistance.

New Unit
Production
Market characteristics that influence the use of HOME and CDBG funds for the development of new housing units that are affordable to extremely low-, very low-, low-, and moderate-income households include the costs relating to land, infrastructure improvements, development impact fees (e.g., school fees, transportation fees, park fees, etc.), construction requirements (e.g., seismic standards, accessibility standards, etc.), and general economic conditions, such as household incomes, market interest rates, the availability of mortgage financing, the type and volume of existing home sales (e.g., number of REOs, short sales, and foreclosures), etc. Though CDBG funds may not be used for new housing development, except under limited circumstances, such funds may be used for site acquisition, infrastructure improvements, and other activities that reduce the cost of development and improve the potential affordability of resultant housing units. HOME funds, by comparison, may be used in a variety of ways to facilitate new unit production, including site acquisition and improvement, demolition, and new unit construction, as well as the relocation of existing households. Both CDBG and HOME funds may be bundled with other financial resources to facilitate new development.

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Rehabilitation Market characteristics that influence the use of funds for the rehabilitation of existing for-sale and rental housing include the age and condition of the existing citywide housing stock, as well as the age and condition of existing public and publicly assisted housing units. Based on the analysis conducted as part of the Needs Assessment and Market Analysis, approximately 54 percent of the housing stock was constructed prior to 1980 and may contain leadbased paint hazards. An estimated 49 percent of households are also estimated to occupy sub- standard housing units. Due to the high cost of housing rehabilitation, particularly for older housing units, rehabilitation assistance for lower-income homeowners represents a relatively effective method for both maintaining affordability and improving housing quality. If appropriately coordinated with applicable law enforcement programs, rehabilitation assistance, may also prove a valuable tool in the City’s broader anti-crime/anti-violence strategy. Also, with the Sierra Vista and potential Conway Homes redevelopment project underway, the City could use funds to support complementary projects, such as the use of CDBG funds to provide offsite improvements that would facilitate the successful redevelopment and/or rehabilitation of existing units. This would not only facilitate the work underway by the HACSJ, but could also facilitate other private and non-profit affordable housing developers.

Acquisition,
including
preservation
Due to the high costs of development, the City often works in partnership with developers to create, maintain, and preserve affordable housing for extremely low-, very low-, low-, and moderate-income households. While acquisition and rehabilitation can be an effective strategy for the preservation of affordable housing, recognizing the high cost of new development, the program is still constrained based on the current market price for housing units in Stockton.

Also, in some cases, property owners are known to inflate the price of a given unit if it is publicly known that the City is a prospective buyer. While there are ample opportunities to purchase lower cost housing units in lower-income neighborhoods, there are limited opportunities to purchase and rehabilitate housing units in higher opportunity areas and doing so implies a greater cost.

Table 52 – Influence of Market Conditions

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SP-35 Anticipated Resources - 91.215(a)(4), 91.220(c)(1,2) Introduction
During the five-year planning period, the City expects to receive approximately $3.2 million in annual CDBG funding, based on the allocation received in program year (PY) 2024. This would equal a five-year total of $16.1 million. Additionally, the City anticipates $1,864,610 in program income, and $462,500 of prior year resources will be made available as part of (PY) 2025, for a grand total of $18.4 million. The City also anticipates receiving an annual allocation of approximately $1.4 million in HOME funding for housing activities, and administrative costs, which would equal a five-year total of $7.0 million. Additionally, the City is estimating $100,000 in program income for (PY) 2025, for a grand total of $7.1 million. The City also expects to receive an estimated $283,000 in annual ESG funding, which would equal a five-year total of $1.4 million. Table 53, below, provides a breakdown of these anticipated resources, which are based on PY 2024 allocations. Final award amounts and distribution among the different projects/activities identified in this Consolidated Plan, Annual Action Plan, and sources and uses will be proportionately adjusted (increased or decreased) upon HUD’s official announcement of the PY 2025 allocations.

Anticipated Resources
Program
Sources
of
Funds
Use 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
PublicFederal
Acquisition,
Administration and
Planning, Economic
Development,
Public Facilities,
Infrastructure
$3,240,738 $1,864,610 $462,500 $5,567,848 $12,859,262
Expected
amount
available to
City based on
24/25

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Improvements,
Public Services,
Environmental
Cleanup,
Homeowner Rehab
allocation
HOME
PublicFederal
Administration &
Planning,
Acquisition,
Homebuyer
Assistance,
Multifamily Rehab,
Multifamily Rental,
Multifamily Rental
Rehab, New
Construction for
ownership, TBRA
$1,393,227 $100,000 $0 $1,493,227 $5,606,773
Expected
amount
available to
City based on
24/25
allocation
ESG
PublicFederal
Administration and
Planning, Homeless
Prevention, Rapid
Rehousing,
Emergency Shelter
Operations, Street
Outreach, HMIS
$283,046 $0 $0 $283,046 $1,132,184
Expected
amount
available to
City based on
24/25
allocation
Table 53 - Anticipated Resources
Source: City of Stockton
Explain how federal funds will leverage those additional resources (private, state and local funds), including a description of how matching requirements will be satisfied

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Existing HUD resources allow the City to leverage additional local, state, and private funding sources to maximize impact. The City identifies additional funds during the project planning phase and prior to project award to complement the goals in the five-year Consolidated Plan. For example, the City applied for and has received five concurrent rounds of Homeless Housing, Assistance and Prevention (HHAP) funding from the State of California to build regional coordination and a unified regional response to reduce and end homelessness, informed by a best-practices framework focused on moving homeless individuals and families into permanent housing and supporting the efforts of those individuals and families to maintain their permanent housing. Another State source of funding is Project Homekey grant funding for the construction or renovation of permanent housing units for homeless individuals.

Permanent Local Housing Allocation (PLHA) funds from the State provide resources to complement Federal and local resources allocated to a wider range of affordable housing projects. It is important to note that HHAP and Homekey funds are not permanent sources of funding, however the City will continue to use these resources to leverage HUD funds as they continue to become available.

The use of HOME and ESG funds often requires matching funds from local and state sources. While investments from State or local governments and the private sector can qualify as matching contributions, Federal funds generally do not qualify. The following is a brief summary of additional funding sources used to leverage federal funds, satisfy federal match requirements, compliment to other federal resources.

Leveraging Funds
Federal funds facilitate the acquisition of other funding sources. In the absence of CDBG and HOME funding, many public/private financing sources may unavailable to private and non-profit affordable housing developers.

Matching Funds
HOME and ESG programs require the use of matching funds. The HOME program guidelines require a 25 percent match. However, the HOME statute provides for a reduction of the matching contribution requirement under three conditions: 1) fiscal distress; 2) severe fiscal distress; and 3) for Presidentially declared major disasters covered under the Stafford Act. The current HOME match requirement for the City of Stockton is 0 percent, meaning a 100 percent reduction in the matching requirement, per the match reduction guidelines published by HUD November 2023. HUD has not released updated match reductions since then.

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HUD requires a 100 percent match for the City’s ESG grant. ESG match requirements are passed on to subrecipients. The City closely assesses that this requirement is met during its review of program application review and enforced during the project period.

Private Resources
Affordable Housing Program (AHP) is a semi-annual competitive grant program offered by financial institutions associated with the eleven Federal Home Loan Banks.

Private Mortgages provided by private lenders have financed many of the larger multifamily housing projects, as well as some CDBG projects undertaken within the City.

Private Industry companies and groups have established funds that can be leveraged to facilitate affordable and workforce housing development.

State Resources
California offers numerous funding programs, listed below, which could be used as matching funds for HOME and ESG funds. More information about these programs is available through the California Department of Housing and Community Development:
• Low Income Housing Tax Credit (LIHTC)
• Affordable Housing and Sustainable Communities (AHSC) • Tax Exempt Bonds
• CalHome
• Homeless Emergency Aid Program (HEAP)
• Local Housing Trust Fund Program (LHTF)
• Golden State Acquisition Fund (GSAF)
• Housing for Health California (HHC)
• Infill Infrastructure Grant Program (IIG)
• Joe Serna, Jr., Farmworker Housing Grant Program (FWHG) • Mobile Home Park Rehabilitation and Resident Ownership Program (MPRROP)

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• Supportive Housing Multifamily Housing Program (SHMHP) • Multifamily Housing Program (MHP)
• No Place Like Home
• Predevelopment Loan Program (PDLP)
• Section 811 Project Rental Assistance
• Transit Oriented Development Housing Program (TOD)
• Veterans Housing and Homeless Prevention Program (VHHP) • Permanent Local Housing Allocation (PLHA)
• Mixed-Income Program
• California Emergency Solutions Housing (CESH)
• SB 2 Planning Grants Program
• Prohousing Incentive Program (PIP)
• Homeless Housing, Assistance and Prevention (HHAP)
• Homekey
Federal Resources
McKinney-Vento Homeless Assistance Act established the CoC as the lead agency in the application for S+P and SHP funds.

Housing Choice Voucher Program (HCV) administered by the HACSJ provides low-income households the ability to select affordable privately-owned rental housing through the use of vouchers which close the gap between market rate rents and the maximum amount deemed affordable, based on the household’s size and income level.

National Housing Trust Fund offers deferred payment or forgivable loans to assist in the construction of permanent housing for extremely low-income households.

Opportunity Zones allow investors to defer capital gains taxes in exchange for investments made in Qualified Opportunity Funds (QOFs). It is currently unclear exactly how much investment can be secured through partnership with a QOF.

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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 of Stockton was awarded $5.2 million from the Department of Toxic Substances Control (DTSC) under the Equitable Community Revitalization Grant (ECRG) to remediate a nine-acre City-owned site along the waterfront. The four (4) parcels, collectively known as South Pointe, are located at 705, 833, and 855 West Weber Avenue. On February 6, 2024, City Council approved a Disposition and Development Agreement with RBH Stockton OZ Project, with Phase 1 including no fewer than 300 units (including independent living senior housing), 4,000 square feet of educational space, 16,00 sf of retail and/or community serving facility space. Phase 2 will include 220 units of housing, including market rate and affordable housing. No fewer than fifteen percent (15%) of the total units in Phase 1 and Phase 2 shall be reserved as affordable for lower income households. Depending on the results of the remediation efforts, Phase I is expected to begin construction in 2026 or 2027.

In addition, the State Surplus Land Act requires the city to identify surplus and excess local public lands to be declared surplus by City Council and issue a Notice of Availability to housing developers and local agencies. All dispositions must be approved by HCD before a sale or lease can be finalized. Three areas of City-owned properties have been deemed surplus and are available and suitable for housing: Lafayette/Stanislaus (four parcels), Weber Avenue (four parcels, known as South Pointe), and South Airport (one parcel).

The address and acreage of each property is listed below.

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530 Lafayette - 0.11 acres
534 Lafayette - 0.09 acres
536 Lafayette - 0.14 acres
411 S Stanislaus – 1.66 acres
833 W Weber – 3.73 acres
705 W Weber – 3.08 acres
Weber Avenue – 0.29 acres
855 W Weber – 1.97 acres
2135 South Airport – 0.33 acres
The City of Stockton will be partnering with Visionary Home Builders Inc (VHB) for the development of affordable housing on a Stateowned site located at 601 East Miner Avenue/ 622 E. Lindsay in Downtown Stockton.

Discussion
No further discussion.

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SP-40 Institutional Delivery Structure – 91.215(k)
Explain the institutional structure through which the jurisdiction will carry out its consolidated plan including private industry, non-profit organizations, and public institutions.

Responsible
Entity
Responsible
Entity Type
Role Geographic
Area Served
City of Stockton Government The City of Stockton’s Economic Development Department (EDD) oversees
the implementation of the Consolidated Plan,
including the allocation of Community
Development Block Grant (CDBG), HOME
Investment Partnership Program (HOME),
and Emergency Solutions Grant (ESG) funds
Jurisdiction
Housing
Authority of the
County of San
Joaquin
Government Manages public housing and administers
rental assistance programs such as the
Housing Choice Voucher program
Region
San Joaquin
County
Government Collaborates with the city on regional housing and community development initiatives. The
Human Services Agency of the county serves
as the CoC lead entity.

Region
San Joaquin Fair
Housing
Association
Non-Profit Ensures that all members of the community
have equal access to safe affordable housing
and to eliminate discrimination in housing
Region
Central Valley
Low Income
Housing
Corporation
Continuum of
Care
Help homeless people move into housing and
also provide fast, effective prevention
services for extremely low-income people
who are at risk of becoming homeless.

Region
St. Mary’s
Community
Services
Non-Profit Provides hot meals every day to more than
500 individuals, the staff, partner agencies
and volunteers create individualized
pathways to achieve enhanced personal
wellbeing and housing solutions
Region

PREVAIL
(Women’s
Center/Youth
and Family
Services)
Non-Profit PREVAIL provides a range of supportive
services for individuals and families affected
by domestic violence, sexual assault, and
youth homelessness
Region
New Directions Non-Profit The mission of New Directions is to guide men and women who have lost control of
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their lives due to their addictions how to
overcome their substance use disorder and
lead healthy, happy, and productive lives.

Dignity’s Alcove Non-Profit Dignity's Alcove provides essential services to homeless veterans, offering 24-month
transitional housing, meals, and various
support programs
Region
STAND
Affordable
Housing
Non-Profit STAND is a nonprofit organization that
focuses on community policing, affordable
housing, and various community activities in
South East Stockton
Jurisdiction
Visionary Home
Builders
Non-Profit Visionary Home Builders of California is a
nonprofit affordable housing developer that
provides housing for families, seniors, and
individuals of low and moderate income.

Region
Service First Non-Profit Service First of Northern California is a 501(c)(3) Non-profit Public Benefit
Corporation that provides supportive services
to individuals that are developmentally
disabled, mentally ill, physically disabled,
homeless Veterans, Social Security
Beneficiaries, and those struggling with
addiction
Region
Emergency Food
Bank
Non-Profit The Emergency Food Bank of Stockton/San
Joaquin is a nonprofit organization dedicated
to providing food assistance to residents in
need throughout San Joaquin County
Region
Second Harvest
of the Greater
Valley
Non-Profit Second Harvest of the Greater Valley serves
Stockton and the surrounding areas by
providing healthy food, education, and
leadership to combat hunger
Region
Table 54 - Institutional Delivery Structure
Assess of Strengths and Gaps in the Institutional Delivery System The above table identifies the lead agencies and organizations that are influential in the administration and implementation of CDBG, HOME, and ESG funded activities. The list was compiled based on previously established partnerships. Note that this is not intended as a comprehensive list, given that some organizations may, or may not, be selected to participate in funded activities during the planning period. Similarly, the City