SETTLEMENT AND RELEASE AGREEMENT
This Settlement and Release Agreement (“Agreement”) shall be deemed entered into and effective on the date of its full execution by the parties hereto.
PARTIES
The parties to this Agreement are Plaintiff, City of Tulare (“Plaintiff”) and Defendant, Carolina Gamero De Garnica (“Defendant”).
RECITALS
A. On June 4, 2025, Plaintiff commenced an action against Defendant in the Tulare County Superior Court, case number VCU322185 (the “Action”);
B. Plaintiff’s action seeks a permanent utility easement for overhead utility lines constituting 916 square feet under California’s eminent domain laws; C. Plaintiff’s action seeks a permanent utility easement for overhead utility lines constituting 916 square feet on real property owned by Defendant, legally described as follows:
PORTION OF APN: 164-150-025
A PORTION OF PARCEL 3 OF PARCEL MAP NO. 4001, AS PER MAP FILED IN BOOK 41, PAGE 5 OF PARCEL MAPS, IN THE OFFICE OF
THE COUNTY RECORDER OF SAID COUNTY, LYING SOUTHERLY
OF THE FOLLOWING DESCRIBED LINE:
BEGINNING AT THE SOUTHWEST CORNER OF SAID PARCEL 3,
SAID CORNER BEING IN THE NORTHERLY LINE OF PROSPERITY
AVENUE (AVENUE 240), 42.00 FOOT HALF-WIDTH, AS SHOWN ON SAID PARCEL MAP; THENCE NORTH 87º41’04” EAST 140.74 FEET
TO A POINT OF ENDING IN THE EASTERLY LINE OF SAID PARCEL 3 (the “Property”).
D. Plaintiff seeks to obtain a permanent utility easement for overhead utility lines on the Property to upgrade the intersection of Prosperity Avenue and West Street from its current stop sign control to a fully signalized intersection (the “Project”); E. In order to construct the Project, it is necessary for Plaintiff to acquire a permanent utility easement for overhead utility lines on the Property constituting 916 square feet to allow for relocation of Southern California Edison overhead utility lines; F. Plaintiff and Defendant desire to enter into this Agreement so as to provide for certain payments and acts in full settlement and full discharge of all claims which Plaintiff has or may have against Defendant.
G. Plaintiff and Defendant wish to resolve any disputes existing between them, relating to the matters described herein and, in the Action, on the terms and conditions set forth herein.
The parties hereto agree as follows:
1. CONSIDERATION
In consideration for execution of this Agreement, and the parties’ full and complete compliance with all covenants and promises herein, Plaintiff and Defendant agree to do the following:
A. Plaintiff shall pay to Defendant the settlement amount of Nine Hundred Dollars ($900.00) (“Settlement Payment”) within thirty (30) days of the City Council of the City of Tulare’s approval of this Agreement;
B. Defendant shall execute a Grant of Easement for the 916 square foot permanent utility easement for overhead utility lines on the Property within thirty (30) days of the City Council of the City of Tulare’s approval of this Agreement; C. Plaintiff agrees that the Settlement Payment will be paid by check payable to Defendant;
D. Plaintiff agrees to dismiss its respective complaint with prejudice no later than thirty (30) days following delivery of the Settlement Payment to Defendant and Defendant’s delivery of the executed Grant of Easement to Plaintiff.
2. RELEASE AND DISCHARGE
In consideration of the terms of Section 1 herein, Plaintiff hereby completely releases and forever discharges Defendant, as well as her representatives, agents, officers, directors, employees, and insurers (collectively, “Released Parties”) of and from any and all past, present or future claims, demands, obligations, actions, causes of action, rights, damages, costs, losses of services, expenses and compensation of any nature whatsoever on account of, or in any way growing out of, or which are the subject of any and all claims which Plaintiff has made or may make which has resulted from the alleged acts or omissions of the Released Parties. This Agreement shall be a fully binding and complete settlement between Plaintiff and Defendant.
Defendant further agrees that she has accepted the sums specified herein as a full and final resolution in settlement of all claims arising from or in any way connected with the subject matter of this Agreement and the claims stated herein.
3. UNKNOWN CLAIMS AND DAMAGES
Plaintiff waives and relinquishes, to the fullest extent permitted by law, the benefits of California Civil Code section 1542 and all similar state or federal statutes or rules of law. California Civil Code section 1542 provides: “A general release does not extend to claims which the
creditor does not know or suspect to exist in his or her favor at the time of executing the release, which if known by him or her must have materially affected his or her settlement with the debtor.”
4. DISPUTED CLAIMS
Plaintiff acknowledges full satisfaction of all settled claims, and generally releases, settles and discharges Defendant from all Settled Claims in the Action. For purposes of this paragraph, “Settled Claims” means and includes any and all claims, actions, causes of action, offsets or liabilities running between Plaintiff and Defendant, whether known or unknown, suspected or unsuspected, contingent or matured, which the parties have had, now have, or may in the future have, arising out of any act, omission, transaction or event which occurred, in whole or in part, before the date this Agreement was executed, and (i) which is alleged in the Action or (ii) which arises from or in connection with the causes of action in the Action.
5. ATTORNEYS’ FEES AND COSTS
Each party hereto shall bear any and all attorneys’ fees and costs arising from the actions of their own counsel in connection with the Action, this Agreement, and any matter or document referred to herein and all related matters.
6. TAX CONSEQUENCES
Defendant acknowledges and agrees that Plaintiff and/or their representatives, predecessors, successors, assigns, agents, partners, joint venture partners, directors, officials, officers, employees, insurers, and attorneys are not responsible for the tax consequences to Defendant, if any, related to the consideration provided in Section 1 of this Agreement.
7. GOVERNING LAW
This Agreement shall be construed and interpreted in accordance with the laws of the State of California.
8. ENTIRE AGREEMENT
This Agreement contains the entire agreement between Plaintiff, Defendant, and the Released Parties with regard to the matters set forth in it and shall be binding upon and inure to the benefit of each.
9. REPRESENTATION OF COMPREHENSION OF AGREEMENT
Plaintiff and Defendant represent that they have relied upon the legal advice of their attorneys, if any, who are the attorneys of their choice, and that the terms of this Agreement have been completely read and explained to them by their attorneys and that these terms are fully understood and voluntarily accepted by Plaintiff and Defendant.
Plaintiff and Defendant also expressly warrant, represent, and agree that in executing this Agreement, Plaintiff and Defendant are not relying upon any representation or statements made by or on behalf of any other party or entity with respect to any aspect of this Agreement, except representations and statements as set forth herein. No promise or inducement has been made other than those set forth in this Agreement.
10. SEVERABILITY
If any term, right, provision, or duty of this Agreement is deemed void or unenforceable, the remaining terms, rights, provisions and duties shall be unimpaired and shall remain valid and enforceable, so long as the same is consistent with the intention of the parties entering into this Agreement.
11. MATERIALITY
The representations and warranties made in this Agreement shall be deemed material to the rights and obligations of Plaintiff, Defendant, and the Released Parties under this Agreement.
Plaintiff and Defendant agree and acknowledge that their respective representations and warranties contained herein are essential and material terms of this Agreement.
12. ENFORCEMENT
This Agreement is hereby stipulated to be subject to enforcement by the Tulare County Superior Court pursuant to California Code of Civil Procedure section 664.6 and the Tulare County Superior Court shall retain jurisdiction for such purpose.
13. RULES OF CONSTRUCTION
This Agreement is the result of a negotiated settlement and may not be construed as having been prepared by any one party. The parties and their counsel have reviewed this Agreement and specifically agree that any rule of construction, to the effect that ambiguities are to be resolved against the drafting party, shall not apply to the interpretation of this Agreement. The headings and numbering of the different paragraphs of this Agreement are inserted for convenient reference only and are not to be taken as part of this Agreement to control or affect the meaning, construction or effect of the same.
14. FURTHER ACTS
Plaintiff and Defendant agree to execute or delivery any instrument, furnish any information, or perform any other act necessary to carry out the provisions of this Agreement without undue delay or expense.
15. COUNTERPARTS
This Agreement may be executed in counterparts which, taken together, shall constitute the entire Agreement of the parties hereto.
BY EXECUTING THIS RELEASE, THE SIGNATOR ACKNOWLEDGES THAT
THEY HAVE READ THIS AGREEMENT AND UNDERSTANDS ITS TERMS AND PROVISIONS AND THAT THEY HAVE CONSULTED WITH THEIR COUNSEL.
PLAINTIFF DEFENDANT
_________________________________ _________________________________
CITY OF TULARE CAROLINA GAMERO DE GARNICA
Patrick Isherwood, Mayor Date:
Date:
APPROVED AS TO FORM
_________________________________
Mario U. Zamora, Esq.,
Attorney for Plaintiff
Date:
Staff Report
Meeting: City Council
Date: September 16, 2025
Department: Economic Development & Redevelopment
Submitted by: Jennifer Gomez, Executive Director of Economic Development & Redevelopment Agenda Title: Economic Development Updates
RECOMMENDED ACTION
Receive an update on economic development activities in the City of Tulare.
SUMMARY
Attached is the August 2025 Economic Development Bulletin identifying activities and projects that took place in the previous month highlighting four elements of economic development. • Building permits issued pertaining to residential and commercial improvements along with the total value of those improvements
• Business licenses that were issued for either new businesses, change of ownership, or businesses that failed to have a business license previously • Active projects that will have a sizeable impact on economic development • Site Plan Review projects that have been submitted to the City that could positively address commercial and residential needs
This is an informational item only and does not require any action by the City Council.
FISCAL IMPACT & FUNDING SOURCES
There is no fiscal impact associated with this action.
ENVIRONMENTAL REVIEW
This action does not constitute a “project” pursuant to the California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA).
CONFLICT OF INTEREST
Staff is not aware of any conflicts of interest.
LEGAL REVIEW
This item does not require legal review.
PUBLIC NOTICE
This item does not require a public hearing and was noticed as a part of the agenda.
ALTERNATIVE ACTION
1. Approve with changes
2. Deny
3. Table
ATTACHMENTS
1. August 2025 Economic Development Bulletin
Reviewed/Approved:
Item #: 9.11
Consent
TheEconomicDevelopment
BULLETIN
August2025
Building Permits
158 Building Permits - Total Valuation $8,941,241.71
Residential
Single Family, Accessory/Alterations/Additions,
Re-Roof, Photovoltaic, Patio/Porch/Carport,
Pool/Spa/Water Feature
Commercial
New, Alterations/Additions, Tenant Improvements
156 2
Net New Business Licenses
15 New Businesses
Business Address
Pretty Nails and Spa 529 W. Bardsley Ave.
Sousa Valley Real Estate 1146 N. J Street
Infinity Vision Optometry 1259 E. Prosperity Ave.
Tulare Employee Health Care Center 241 E. Kern Ave.
Tulare Veterinary Hospital 861 N. Blackstone St.
Iglesias Complete Gardening Service 19922 Road 140
El Aguachile 231 N. K Street
Circle K 1394 N. Cherry Ct.
Faye’s Lemonade 2798 Pine Valley Ave.
Gomez Auto Group 142 S. K Street, Unit D
California Rural Legal Assistance 438 N. M Street
Sunkissed Salon 1955 N. Hillman St.
Mederos Productions 901 N. Dickran Dr.
Bellevue Mini Mart 1429 E.Tulare Ave.
Burgerland 1330 E.Tulare Ave.
Active Projects
Status of Active Projects
Project Title & Description Address
International Agri-Center Way Interchange
Construction 50% Completed
Anticipated Completion Summer 2026
Hwy 99 & International Agri-Center Way
International Agri-Center Way Extension
Design Phase - 90%
Connecting Laspina St. to Turner Dr.
Wild Oak
Single Family Residential - 83 units
Under Construction
W. Pleasant Ave. btw La Dawna St. & Alpha St.
Oakcrest 2
Single Family Residential - 84 units
Under Construction
W. Capistrano Ave. btw Cromley St. & Shenandoah
St.
Santa Fe Trail Residential
Multi-Family Residential - 40 units
Building permits issued
North M Street & Santa Fe Trail
Ginder Apartments
Multi-Family Residential - 216 units
Plans being finalized for approval
N. Retherford btw E. Cartmill Ave. & E. Corvina Ave.
Glass Avenue
Mutli-Family Residential - 54 units
Under construction
N. Retherford btw E. Cartmill Ave. & E. Corvina Ave.
Villas @ Sierra Ranch
Multi-Family Residential - 90 units
Under Construction
N. Retherford btw E. Corvina Ave. & E. Leland Ave.
Cartmill Mooney TSM
Single Family Residential - 132 units
Under construction
SW Corner of Mooney Blvd. & Cartmill Ave.
KCOK 4, 6, 7
Single Family Residential - 95 units
Plans being finalized for approval
Morrison St. btw Prosperity Ave. & Castlerock Ave.
KCOK 5 & 9
Single Family Residential - 88 units
Under Construction
Morrison St. btw Castlerock Ave. & Seminole Ave.
Farrar 2, 3, & 4
Single Family Residential - 257 units
Under Construction
Morrison St. btw Seminole Ave. & Pine Valley Ave.
Fulton Estates
Single Family Residential - 183 units
Under Construction
SW Corner of Tulare Ave. & Rd. 124
Hidden Ridge
Single Family Residential - 30 units
Under Construction
Bardsley Ave. btw Mammoth St. & Morrison St.
Mission Creek
Single Family Residential - 273 units
Under Construction
SW Corner of Bardsley Ave. & Rd. 124
Cottonwood 3
Multi-Family Residential - 86 units
Plans being finalized for approval
SE Corner of Foster Dr. & Mooney Blvd.
Maverik
Opening approximately Summer 2026
SE Corner of Hwy 99 & Cartmill Ave.
Chick-fil-A
Opening approximately Spring 2026
SE Corner of Hwy 99 & Cartmill Ave.
Sequoia Marketplace
Building Permits for:
Chipotle
Carwash
Service Station
NE Corner of Mooney Blvd. & Bardsley Ave.
iONNA EV
Permits issued to construct charging stations.
621 E. Prosperity Avenue
Fernandes Subdivision
Single Family Residential - 120 lots
Tentative Subdivision Map Approved
NE Corner of Paige Ave. & E Street
Hwy 99 Water Crossing
Easements for water line acquired
Near intersection of Washington Ave. & Gem Street
on the west side of Hwy 99 and extend east to
Corvina Ave. alignment west of Retherford Street
Site Plan Review
Preliminary Site Plan Review Applications
Project Title & Description Address
Retail Strip (revisions submitted)
Commercial
1360 N.West Street
The Villas Townhomes at Sierra Ranch
(revisions submitted)
Mixed-Use (12 MF units & 2 commercial) - 1.8 acres
Corvina Avenue, West of Hillman Street
For any inquires on these projects, please reach out to:
Jennifer Gomez, MPA
Executive Director of Economic Development & Redevelopment [email protected]
559.684.4230 | C: 559.309.4726
425 East Kern Avenue, Tulare, CA 93274
Staff Report
Meeting: City Council
Date: September 16, 2025
Department: Community Development - Housing
Submitted by: Norveen Brar, Housing and Grants Specialist Agenda Title: Proposed 2024 Consolidate Annual Performance Evaluation Report
RECOMMENDED ACTION
Adopt a resolution as presented approving the 2024 Consolidated Annual Performance Evaluation Report (CAPER); and authorize the City Manager or his designee to submit the CAPER to HUD on behalf of the City of Tulare.
SUMMARY
The City’s Community Development Department (CDD), in cooperation with other departments, oversees most federal and state grants addressing community development and social service issues. In order to utilize Community Development Block Grant (CDBG) and other federal grants on a yearly basis, CDD staff must prepare Annual Action Plans (AAP) and Consolidated Annual Performance Evaluation Reports (CAPER). An AAP identifies service levels and anticipated budgets on all activities ahead of each program year, while a CAPER describes the City’s progress toward achieving the goals set under a current Consolidated Plan. Copies of current and previous Annual Action Plans, Consolidated Plan, and CAPERs are available on the CDD webpage at:
https://www.tulare.ca.gov/government/departments/community-development/housing-grantsservices/public-notices The 2024 CAPER details the outcomes of activities and projects implemented with CDBG funds between July 1, 2024, and June 30, 2025. During this period, the City committed a total of $1,089,306 in CDBG funds across five (5) activities with goals aligned to the City’s Consolidated Plan. The specific CDBG activities implemented during the 2024 Program Year are listed in Tables 1 and 2 below.
Table 1 – 2024 CDBG Activities
Consolidated Plan Goal Activity and Funding Commitment
Public Infrastructure • Street & Utility Improvements - Apricot & Academy Project and K-9 Bane Dog Park- $600,000
Support homeless and public
services
• Funding for a Licensed Marriage Family Therapist (LMFT) with Salt + Light to provide street outreach, case
management and housing navigation- $109,000
Preserve and develop affordable
housing • Minor home repair and rehabilitation program with Self Help Enterprises - $185,000
Maintain effective program
administration and planning
• Personnel and operating costs incurred by Community and Economic Development Department - $130,000
Total number of activities and
amount of CDBG funds
Five (5)
• $ 1,024,000
2024 Consolidated Annual Performance Evaluation Report
Of the five activities undertaken in Program Year 2024, two successfully met their original goal and were completed. Salt + Light provided valuable case management and housing navigation services, while maintaining clear communications with the City and potential housing management companies. Self-Help Enterprises offered services to improve housing stability for residents who were committed to participating. The public infrastructure projects, Academy & Apricot and K-9 Bane Dog Park concluded Item #: 10.1
Public Hearing
this year within budget. The City maintained an adequate spend down ratio with HUD and reallocated a larger than usual balance of CDBG funds due to carryover funds from the prior program year as the public infrastructure project had to be delayed to the 2024 Program Year.
Program administration and planning costs remained below the mandated 20 percent threshold, and total public service expenditures stayed under the 15 percent limit. In total, the City expended $1,047,588 in Program Year 2024, representing about 96.2 percent of all CDBG funds. The draft of the 2024 CAPER provides a more detailed account of both service-level and financial outcomes.
FISCAL IMPACT & FUNDING SOURCES
Community Development Block Grant Funding for Fiscal Year 2024 (Fund 077) There is no fiscal impact associated with this action, as this is merely a required report on the preceding Program Year 2024 expenditures.
ENVIRONMENTAL REVIEW
This action does not constitute a “project” pursuant to the California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA).
CONFLICT OF INTEREST
Staff is not aware of any conflicts of interest.
LEGAL REVIEW
This item does not require legal review.
PUBLIC NOTICE
A notice of public hearing was published in The Visalia Times Delta on August 20, 2025, which is at least number 15 days prior to the public hearing.
ALTERNATIVE ACTION
1. Approve with changes
2. Deny
3. Table
If the draft 2024 CAPER is not adopted at this or a subsequent meeting, the City may risk being out of compliance with the Department of Housing and Urban Development.
ATTACHMENTS
1. Resolution
2. Draft 2024 CAPER
Reviewed/Approved:
RESOLUTION 2025-XX
A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF TULARE
APPROVING THE PROGRAM YEAR 2024-2025 CONSOLIDATED ANNUAL
PERFORMANCE EVALUATION REPORT AND AUTHORIZING STAFF TO SUBMIT THE REPORT TO THE U.S. DEPARTMENT OF HOUSING AND URBAN DEVELOPMENT WHEREAS, the City of Tulare receives Community Development Block Grant (CDBG) allocations as an entitlement jurisdiction from the government of the United States under Title I of the Housing and Community Development Act of 1974; and
WHEREAS, the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD) is the federal agency that promulgates regulations and oversees the administration of the CDBG Program; and WHEREAS, HUD requires that entitlement jurisdictions complete an annual evaluation of their grant programs through a report known as the Consolidated Annual Performance Evaluation Report (CAPER); and
WHEREAS, a public notice announcing the availability of the CAPER on the 2024 Program Year and the 15-day public comment period for the CAPER was published on August 20, 2025, in the Visalia Times Delta and Tulare Advance-Register; and WHEREAS, a minimum 15-day public comment period will close on September 16, 2025, and, the City Council will consider all information related to the 2024 Program Year CAPER, including any comments provided during the review period, public meeting, and/or public hearing; and
WHEREAS, the City of Tulare expended $1,047,588, about 96 percent of the total available CDBG funds, across five different activities during the 2024-2025 Program Year.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED by the City Council of the City of Tulare, as follows:
Section 1. The Program Year 2024-2025 Consolidate Annual Performance Evaluation Report (CAPER) is hereby approved.
Section 2. The City Manager or designee is hereby authorized to submit the CAPER to the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD).
Section 3. City staff is hereby authorized to make minor technical modifications and/or necessary corrections to the CAPER as required by HUD.
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Resolution 2025-XX
PASSED, APPROVED, AND ADOPTED by the City Council of the City of Tulare this 16th day of September 2025, by the following vote:
Ayes:
Noes:
Absent:
Abstain:
Patrick Isherwood, President of the Council
and Ex-Officio Mayor
ATTEST:
Marc Mondell, City Clerk
By Melissa Wilcox, Chief Deputy City Clerk
2024 Consolidated Annual Performance and Evaluation Report – DRAFT 1 2024 Consolidated Annual Performance and Evaluation
Report (CAPER)
Community Development Department
411 East Kern Avenue
Tulare, CA 93274
www.tulare.ca.gov
559-684-4222
2024 Consolidated Annual Performance and Evaluation Report – DRAFT 2 Table of Contents
CR-05 – Goals and Outcomes ………………………………………………………...……………………….………...4 CR-10 – Composition of Households Assisted…………………………………………………………………......8 CR-15 – Resources and Investments …………………………………………………………………………….......10 CR-20 – Affordable Housing 91.520 (b) ………………………………………………………………...…………....17 CR-25 – Homeless and Other Special Needs 91.220(d,e); 91.320(d,e); 91.520(c) ……….……….…..19 CR-30 – Public Housing 91.20(h); 91.320(j) ………………………………………………………………….…......22 CR-35 – Other Actions 91.220(j)-(k); 91.230 …………………………………………………………….…………..23 CR-40 – Monitoring 91.220 and 91.230 ………………………………………………………………….……..…….27 CR-45 – Citizen Participation Plan 91.520 (c) …………………………………….……………….….……………29 CR-50 – HOME 24 CFR 91.520 (d)………………………………………………………………………………………..30 CR-58 – Section 3 …………………………………………………………………………………………………..…….....31 Appendix A – Financial and Activity Outcomes
Appendix A1 – FY2024 CDBG Allocation and Expenditures………………………………………….…..34 Appendix A2 – FY2024 CDBG Summary of Accomplishments………….………………………….…..35 Appendix A3 – PR-26 Financial Summary Report by Activity……………………………..………….…..37 Appendix B – Citizen Participation
Appendix B1 – Public Notice (English) and Proof of Publication ………………………………………..39 Appendix B2 – Display of Notice for Public Meeting – City Website……………….…………….……..41 Appendix B3 – City Council Meeting Minutes and Resolution…………….………….….………...…...42 2024 Consolidated Annual Performance and Evaluation Report – DRAFT 3 Appendix C – Continuum of Care Point-In-Time Report 2024 Appendix C1 – Point In Time Executive Summary City of Tulare ……………………………….…..….44 Appendix C2 – PIT Survey Results – Tulare County ………….…………….……………….………….….45 Appendix C3 – Point In Time Survey Results for Tulare County………………………………………….46 Appendix C4 – Point In Time Survey Results for City of Tulare…………………………………………..47 Appendix D – HUD Integrated Disbursement and Information System (IDIS) Reports Appendix D1 – PR 05 – Drawdown Report by Project ………….…………….……………………...…….49 Appendix D2 – PR 09 – Program Income Receipt Detail ……………….…………………….………..….50 Appendix D3 – PR 23 – Summary of Accomplishments Parts 1-2 ……………………………………...51 Appendix D4 – PR 26 – CDBG Activity Summary by Selected Grant ……………….………………….52 Appendix D5 – PR02 – List of Activities by Program Year …………………………………………….…...53 Appendix D6 – PR56 – Timeliness Ratio – 2024 Grantee Only …………………………….…….……….54 2024 Consolidated Annual Performance and Evaluation Report – DRAFT 4 CR-05 - Goals and Outcomes
Progress the jurisdiction has made in carrying out its strategic plan and its action plan. 91.520(a) This could be an overview that includes major initiatives and highlights that were proposed and executed throughout the program year.
The 2024 Program Year is the fifth of five years within the City of Tulare’s Consolidated Plan (2020-2024) and accounts for activities undertaken between July 1, 2024, and June 30, 2025. The 2024 Consolidated Annual Performance and Evaluation Report (CAPER) describes the City’s progress toward achieving the strategic goals identified in the Consolidated Plan, and presents outcomes of mostly activities implemented with Community Development Block Grant (CDBG) funds available to the City of Tulare.
The City committed a total of $1,089,306 in CDBG funds, which consisted of a 2024 CDBG award of $719,967, program income received in the amount of $5,000, and the reallocation of $300,000 in funds remaining from the 2023 CDBG award.
Through agreements with community based organization and across different City of Tulare Departments, the City implemented activities that met strategic goals of the Consolidated Plan. In Program Year 2024, projects addressed goals including homeless services and prevention efforts, infrastructure improvements, and, affordable housing preservation.
Additionally, the City completed the K-9 Bane Dog Park and Apricot and Academy Improvements CDBG projects this program year.
The majority of CDBG activities satisfied their service goals. The City maintained compliance with CDBG Program requirements concerning spending and timely performance. Program administration and planning costs remained below the mandated 20 percent threshold. Additionally, the total public service expenditures remained below the 15 percent threshold.
And with respect to the CDBG Program timely performance rule, a PR 56 report indicates an adjusted draw ratio of 0.75 from a test on August 27, 2025. This is nearly 0.75 point under the maximum of 1.50, and as such, indicates effective activity implementation and corresponding expenditures. In Program Year 2024, the City spent $1,047,588, representing approximately 96 percent of all CDBG funds.
2024 Consolidated Annual Performance and Evaluation Report – DRAFT 5 Comparison of the proposed versus actual outcomes for each outcome measure submitted with the consolidated plan and explain, if applicable, why progress was not made toward meeting goals and objectives. 91.520(g) Categories, priority levels, funding sources and amounts, outcomes/objectives, goal outcome indicators, units of measure, targets, actual outcomes/outputs, and percentage completed for each of the grantee’s program year goals.
Assess how the jurisdiction’s use of funds, particularly CDBG, addresses the priorities and specific objectives identified in the plan, giving special attention to the highest priority activities identified.
Of the four activities undertaken in Program Year 2024, two successfully met their original goal and were completed. Salt + Light provided valuable case management and housing navigation services, while maintaining clear communications with the City and potential housing management companies. Self-Help Enterprises offered services to improve housing stability for residents who were committed to participating. The public infrastructure projects concluded this year within budget.
Table 1 - Accomplishments – Program Year & Strategic Plan to Date 2024 Consolidated Annual Performance and Evaluation Report – DRAFT 6 Table 2 - Summary of Annual Action Plan Goals
Sort
Order Goal Name
Start
Year
End
Year Category
Geographic
Area Needs Addressed
*Estimated
Funding
Goal Outcome
Indicator
1 Public
Infrastructure
and Facilities
Improvements
2024 2025 Non-Housing
Community
Development
LMA Meet safety, accessibility,
and regulatory standards
within public right of ways
and parks.
CDBG:
$600,000
Public Infrastructure or
Facility Project(s) other
than Low/Moderate
Income Housing Benefit:
8,200 Persons Assisted
2024 Consolidated Annual Performance and Evaluation Report – DRAFT 7 2 Homeless
Services
2024 2025 Public Services Citywide Provide outreach, case management, housing
placement services for
people experiencing
homelessness.
CDBG:
$109,000
90 LMI Persons Assisted
3 Affordable
Housing
2024 2025 Affordable
Housing
Citywide Foster accessto affordable
housing for low- and
moderate-income
households and special
populations.
CDBG:
$185,00
Minor Home Rehab: 10
LMI Households
4 Public Services 2024 2025 Public Services LMA Foster human capital and quality of life
improvements for lowand moderate-income
income persons through
job-training and
placementservices.
CDBG: $0.00 N/A
5 Program
Administration
2024 2025 Administration Citywide Improve transparency, public involvement, and
compliance with federal,
state, and local
regulations; Advance fair
housing education and
resources.
CDBG:
$130,000
N/A
2024 Consolidated Annual Performance and Evaluation Report – DRAFT 8 CR-10 - Racial and Ethnic composition of families assisted Describe the families assisted (including the racial and ethnic status of families assisted). 91.520(a)
2024 Consolidated Annual Performance and Evaluation Report – DRAFT 9 Narrative
CDBG and all other federal and state resources committed to activities within the City of Tulare involve a directive to connect with and serve low-income and underrepresented racial / ethnic groups. The City’s recent update of their Analysis of Impediments to Fair Housing Choice and Citizen Participation Plan, outlined population demographics and approaches on how to facilitate equitable access to federal and state financed programs.
Compared to U.S. Census estimates of the City’s racial and ethnic makeup, the City must work to improve participation in CDBG activities among people with Latino(a), Native American, Native Hawaiian or other Pacific Islander, and Asian American ethnic backgrounds. Ongoing assessment of the outreach, intake, and implementation methods of projects / activities, as well as consultation and input from community stakeholders, should facilitate the identification and remedy of barriers to the equitable distribution of services.
2024 Consolidated Annual Performance and Evaluation Report – DRAFT 10 CR-15 - Resources and Investments 91.520(a)
Identify the resources made available
Source of Funds Source Resources Made
Available
Amount Expended
During Program
Year
CDBG public - federal 793,505 383,694
Table 2 - Resources Made Available
Narrative
The City committed a total of $1,089,306 in CDBG funds, which consisted of a direct allocation in the amount of $719,967 for Program Year 2024, program income received in the amount of $5,000 during the program year, and a balance remaining from the 2023 Program Year in the amount of $300,000. Total expenditures equaled $1,047,588, on activities between July 1, 2024, and June 30, 2025. This represents an expenditure rate of about 96 percent.
Identify the geographic distribution and location of investments Target Area Planned
Percentage of
Allocation
Actual
Percentage of
Allocation
Narrative Description
Citywide 43 0
Funds will be
available citywide
Low/Moderate-Income
Areas (LMA) 57 60
2024 Consolidated Annual Performance and Evaluation Report – DRAFT 11 Table 3 – Identify the geographic distribution and location of investments Narrative
Ninety-six percent of this year's allocation was designated for the citywide target area.
However, due to the postponement of the City's public infrastructure project from last fiscal year, we were able to complete both projects.
Leveraging
Explain how federal funds leveraged additional resources (private, state and local funds), including a description of how matching requirements were satisfied, as well as how any publicly owned land or property located within the jurisdiction that were used to address the needs identified in the plan.
As in previous program years, the City committed funds to Family Services of Tulare County, a regional nonprofit that provides case management for individuals and families receiving housing vouchers through HUD’s Tulare Housing First, Tulare Housing First II, and Tulare Housing First II Bonus grants.
The City actively pursues state and local funds to support programs and projects aimed at preserving and developing affordable housing. For example, the City applied for the 2024 Cal Home Super Notice of Funding Availability with the California Housing and Community Development Depart. If awarded, the City will receive $1,000,000 for mortgage assistance and owner-occupied rehabilitation activities. Additionally, the City applied for and was awarded $1.5 million through the Manufactured Housing Opportunity & Revitalization Program (MORE) NOFA to assist residents with mobile home repairs.
In Fiscal Year 2024-2025, the City received $275,000 in HOME Program Income and continued the spend down of a 2019 HOME grant with the California Department of Housing and Community Development. The maintains agreements with Self-Help Enterprises to implement owner occupied rehabilitation and first time homebuyer assistance activities and the Housing Authority of Tulare County to implement a tenant based rental assistance program. The City assists about 4 households and 8 tenants annually with the current HOME funds and PI budgets.
2024 Consolidated Annual Performance and Evaluation Report – DRAFT 12 And through June 30, 2025, the City expended about 98 percent of its $4,800,000 state Encampment Resolution Funding (ERF) Second Round grant to expand and enhance services for an existing ERF project, focusing on unsheltered individuals. This grant, combined with CDBG funds, enabled a continuation of field hygiene, case management, housing navigation, behavioral health, medical care, housing subsidies, and other essential services for about 100 unhoused people. Collectively, the City’s ERF project secured permanent housing for 170 people and bolstered operating subsidies at permanent and interim housing sites for four years.
While no publicly owned land or property was utilized to meet Consolidated and/or Annual Action Plan needs during Program Year 2024, the City remains committed to exploring opportunities to contribute available land or property to achieve existing or new goals.
Fiscal Year Summary – HOME Match
1. Excess match from prior Federal fiscal year N/A
2. Match contributed during current Federal fiscal year N/A 3 .Total match available for current Federal fiscal year (Line 1 plus Line 2)
N/A
4. Match liability for current Federal fiscal year N/A
5. Excess match carried over to next Federal fiscal year (Line 3 minus Line 4)
N/A
Table 4 – Fiscal Year Summary - HOME Match Report
2024 Consolidated Annual Performance and Evaluation Report – DRAFT 13 Match Contribution for the Federal Fiscal Year
Project
No. or
Other ID
Date of
Contributi
on
Cash
(nonFederal
sources)
Foregone
Taxes,
Fees,
Charges
Appraised
Land/Real
Property
Required
Infrastruct
ure
Site
Preparatio
n,
Constructi
on
Materials,
Donated
labor
Bond
Financing
Total
Match
N/A N/A N/A N/A N/A N/A N/A N/A N/A
Table 5 – Match Contribution for the Federal Fiscal Year HOME MBE/WBE report
Program Income – Enter the program amounts for the reporting period Balance on hand at
begin-ning of
reporting period
$
Amount received
during reporting
period
$
Total amount
expended during
reporting period
$
Amount expended for
TBRA
$
Balance on hand at
end of reporting
period
$
N/A N/A N/A N/A N/A
Table 6 – Program Income
2024 Consolidated Annual Performance and Evaluation Report – DRAFT 14 Minority Business Enterprises and Women Business Enterprises – Indicate the number and dollar value of contracts for HOME projects completed during the reporting period
Total Minority Business Enterprises White
NonHispanic
Alaskan
Native or
American
Indian
Asian or
Pacific
Islander
Black
NonHispanic
Hispanic
Contracts
Number N/A N/A N/A N/A N/A N/A
Dollar
Amount
Sub-Contracts
Number N/A N/A N/A N/A N/A N/A
Dollar
Amount
Total Women
Business
Enterpris
es
Male
Contracts
Number N/A N/A N/A
Dollar
Amount
Sub-Contracts
Number N/A N/A N/A
Dollar
Amount
Table 7 - Minority Business and Women Business Enterprises 2024 Consolidated Annual Performance and Evaluation Report – DRAFT 15 Minority Owners of Rental Property – Indicate the number of HOME assisted rental property owners and the total amount of HOME funds in these rental properties assisted Total Minority Property Owners White
NonHispanic
Alaskan
Native or
American
Indian
Asian or
Pacific
Islander
Black NonHispanicHispanic
Number N/A N/A N/A N/A N/A N/A
Dollar
Amount
Table 8 – Minority Owners of Rental Property
Relocation and Real Property Acquisition – Indicate the number of persons displaced, the cost of relocation payments, the number of parcels acquired, and the cost of acquisition
Parcels Acquired N/A N/A
Businesses Displaced N/A N/A
Nonprofit Organizations
Displaced
N/A N/A
Households Temporarily
Relocated, not Displaced
N/A N/A
Household
s Displaced
Total Minority Property Enterprises White
NonHispanic
Alaskan
Native or
American
Indian
Asian or
Pacific
Islander
Black
NonHispanic
Hispanic
Number N/A N/A N/A N/A N/A N/A
Cost N/A N/A N/A N/A N/A N/A
2024 Consolidated Annual Performance and Evaluation Report – DRAFT 16 Table 9 – Relocation and Real Property Acquisition
2024 Consolidated Annual Performance and Evaluation Report – DRAFT 17 CR-20 - Affordable Housing 91.520(b)
Evaluation of the jurisdiction's progress in providing affordable housing, including the number and types of families served, the number of extremely low-income, lowincome, moderate-income, and middle-income persons served.
One-Year Goal Actual
Number of Homeless households to
be provided affordable housing units 30 30
Number of Non-Homeless
households to be provided affordable
housing units 0 0
Number of Special-Needs households
to be provided affordable housing
units 0 0
Total 30 30
Table 10 – Number of Households
One-Year Goal Actual
Number of households supported
through The Production of New Units 0 0
Number of households supported
through Rehab of Existing Units 10 6
Number of households supported
through Acquisition of Existing Units 0 0
Total 10 6
Table 11 – Number of Households Supported
2024 Consolidated Annual Performance and Evaluation Report – DRAFT 18 Discuss the difference between goals and outcomes and problems encountered in meeting these goals.
Setting service goals (e.g., number of households to assist) for an Annual Action Plan occurs prior to the onset of a Program Year involves an estimate on performance with consideration of ideal and adverse conditions. The City’s partners met and/or exceeded most service goals in Program Year 2023. First, the City leveraged CDBG funds to continue street outreach, case management, and housing navigation services for people experiencing homelessness. The subrecipient, Kings View, facilitated exits to permanent housing for over 30 unhoused clients in FY2023.
Include the number of extremely low-income, low-income, and moderate-income persons served by each activity where information on income by family size is required to determine the eligibility of the activity.
Number of Households Served CDBG Actual
Extremely Low-income 46
Low-income 8
Moderate-income 2
Total 56
Table 12 – Number of Households Served
Narrative Information
Over half of the households served were classified as extremely low-income. 2024 Consolidated Annual Performance and Evaluation Report – DRAFT 19 CR-25 - Homeless and Other Special Needs 91.220(d, e); 91.320(d, e); 91.520(c) Evaluate the jurisdiction’s progress in meeting its specific objectives for reducing and ending homelessness through:
Reaching out to homeless persons (especially unsheltered persons) and assessing their individual needs
The region’s Continuum of Care agency, the Kings Tulare Homeless Alliance (KTHA), with the City of Tulare and other member organizations conducted a 2024 Point in Time (PIT) count on the days of January 23-24, 2024. Volunteers canvassed locations where people experiencing homelessness tend to congregate including encampments, libraries, food distribution sites, etc.. The PIT Report provides a snapshot of the people experiencing homelessness in Tulare and Kings Counties. A change in outreach methodology, as well as, the weather, number of volunteers, and the volunteers’ ability to locate and engage people experiencing homelessness, may strongly influence the results of the PIT count. The yearto-year growth in the number of unsheltered people grew by about 5 percent, from 302 in 2024 to 317 in 2025. Details on the profile and needs of this unhoused population are available at https://www.kthomelessalliance.org/pit.
Additionally, the City committed CDBG funds in FY 2024 Salt + Light Works to bolster and sustain their street outreach, case management, and housing navigation services for unhoused people within the City. Their outreach requires enrollment with the Coordinated Entry System and completion of VI-SPDAT assessments for their unsheltered clients. And when combined with Encampment Resolution Funding (ERF) Program investments, two additional community-based organizations (e.g., Kings View and Kings Tulare Homeless Alliance) and this CDBG subrecipient served about 120 unsheltered people at any given time during FY 2024. Coordination and triage tactics are essential so that chronically unhoused and those with a physical and/or behavioral health issue receive services and housing in a timely manner.
Addressing the emergency shelter and transitional housing needs of homeless persons
City of Tulare, with eleven (11) contractors, continued its ERF project for the benefit of 120 unhoused clients. Over the course of the year, three ERF case managers and counterparts at the County Health and Human Services Agency, facilitated exits to interim and/or permanent housing for 65 people (this includes families with children). An investment of an ERF grant in the amount of $990,000 to Self-Help Enterprises, owner of the “Eden House” a bridge housing facility with support services on-site, permitted the reservation of 8 beds / 2024 Consolidated Annual Performance and Evaluation Report – DRAFT 20 rooms over a three-year period that began on January 1, 2024. Case Managers will lead referrals to this facility and aim to secure stays for upwards of 16 clients per year.
Lastly, the City began construction of a 21,000 square foot emergency shelter complex with congregate and non-congregate settings and a separate village composed of sixteen standalone 100 square foot dwelling rooms. The latter will function as transitional housing for people with or without behavioral health treatment needs. The City anticipates serving upwards of 180 unhoused people within the campus at any given time and will commence operation by March 2026. State ERF and Permanent Local Housing Allocation funds, together with federal ARPA and EDI CPF awards, represent nearly 2/3 of all construction financing. Partnerships with the Tulare County Health and Human Services Agency, Kings Tulare CoC, Kings View, Lighthouse Rescue Mission, and other organizations are central to the operation and outcomes of this forthcoming emergency shelter complex, which is set to open in FY 2025-2026.
Helping low-income individuals and families avoid becoming homeless, especially extremely low-income individuals and families and those who are: likely to become homeless after being discharged from publicly funded institutions and systems of care (such as health care facilities, mental health facilities, foster care and other youth facilities, and corrections programs and institutions); and, receiving assistance from public or private agencies that address housing, health, social services, employment, education, or youth needs
Current and future plans to coordinate and form agreements with County of Tulare Departments, including Health and Human Services and Probation, the Housing Authority of Tulare County, and regional healthcare providers such as Adventist Health, are part of the City’s efforts to identify at-risk subpopulations and implement programs that focus on service utilization and housing placement and retention. In FY2024, the City established protocols and an agreement with RH Community Builders through the state Cal-AIM program to offer recently housed clients of the ERF program an option for Enhanced Care Management and Community Supports. Only clients that are Medi-Cal or Medicare eligible may utilize these Cal-AIM services.
Research and planning around behavioral health treatment spaces and respite care for people exiting health care and/or County facilities is ongoing. Cal-AIM and other state and federal grant programs are likely to be leveraged at the City’s future emergency shelter complex to offer actual beds and the appropriate facilities or linkages to off-site care for low-income individuals or families that require support following contact with public and private institutions.
2024 Consolidated Annual Performance and Evaluation Report – DRAFT 21 Helping homeless persons (especially chronically homeless individuals and families, families with children, veterans and their families, and unaccompanied youth) make the transition to permanent housing and independent living, including shortening the period of time that individuals and families experience homelessness, facilitating access for homeless individuals and families to affordable housing units, and preventing individuals and families who were recently homeless from becoming homeless again
The City of Tulare contributed Housing Successor funds in the amount of $22,000 to Family Services of Tulare County to continue their case management efforts with Tulare households at-risk of homelessness. Family Services of Tulare County is able to leverage Housing First grants and provide 12 chronically homeless individuals with a voucher for permanent supportive housing, coupled with case management and other supportive services to increase the likelihood of housing retention and self sufficiency.
Under the ERF program, the City expended about $1.2 million in the form of operating subsidies at Madson Gardens and the Neighborhood Village permanent supportive housing projects. Collectively, people searching for permanent housing within the ERF project may utilize the 24 units reserved for clients over the next four years. And together with the investment of state Permanent Local Housing Allocation funds, about $300,000 annually, to Self-Help Enterprises for their Santa Fe Commons I project, the City further expanded the amount of permanent supportive housing in the region for unhoused persons and solidified financing at said projects.
2024 Consolidated Annual Performance and Evaluation Report – DRAFT 22 CR-30 - Public Housing 91.220(h); 91.320(j)
Actions taken to address the needs of public housing
The City of Tulare does not own or manage public housing. The Housing Authority of Tulare County (HATC), a partner agency to the City of Tulare, continued its stewardship of 365 public housing units within the City. The HATC did not develop or purchase additional public-housing units and/or remove any units from its inventory in Program Year 2024. However, the HATC completed Capital Fund improvements on a portion of the units in the City. Expenditures consisted of maintenance and rehabilitation work including roofing replacement, landscaping upgrades, carpet replacement, and air conditioning and heating system improvements.
Actions taken to encourage public housing residents to become more involved in management and participate in homeownership
HATC is proactive in the inclusion of public-housing residents in the policy making process. An equitable and transparent policy making process that includes the opinions of public housing residents is achieved through the participation of two tenant commissioners on our HATC Board.
A vital driving factor in the implementation of HATC programs is the promotion of tenant self-sufficiency. HATC views the goal of homeownership for program participants as one of the long-term goals for all of its clients. HATC staff works with tenants to effectively provide them with the necessary resources to achieve homeownership. HATC Annual ReExamination Notice provides public-housing participants with an extensive referral list that aids with homeownership. This list includes programs managed by: CSET, Habitat for Humanity and Self-Help Enterprises. HATC’s program coordinator works with any interested public housing tenant in order to effectively inform them of all the different programs that are available to them. Effective collaboration between HATC and other public and nonprofit agencies is imperative to help promote homeownership among all of its tenants.
Actions taken to provide assistance to troubled PHAs
The Housing Authority of Tulare County is not considered to be troubled. 2024 Consolidated Annual Performance and Evaluation Report – DRAFT 23 CR-35 - Other Actions 91.220(j)-(k); 91.320(i)-(j)
Actions taken to remove or ameliorate the negative effects of public policies that serve as barriers to affordable housing such as land use controls, tax policies affecting land, zoning ordinances, building codes, fees and charges, growth limitations, and policies affecting the return on residential investment. 91.220 (j);
91.320 (i)
Local policies and regulations affect both the quantity and type of residential development, while trends within the national and regional economies, along with federal monetary policies, often play a larger role in shaping residential and commercial development within the City of Tulare. Ongoing assessment of the conditions and regulations that affect the local housing market is critical. The City of Tulare continues to prepare for future growth through actions that protect the public's health, safety, and prosperity, without impeding access to new and existing housing to members of the community.
City staff is aware of the need for additional affordable housing, per input from community at housing workshops, findings from housing surveys, and through recent assessments of housing market trends from local and state data sources. CDBG funds are the only regular funding source available to the City and staff will review how to leverage the resource to support development and rehabilitation efforts within the City. The urgency of the affordable housing shortfall within the City also necessitates the identification and use of new public, philanthropic, and private funding sources to spur new development and rehabilitation projects and/or programs.
Recent actions taken during the reporting period that address barriers to and facilitate progress toward the City’s affordable and inclusive housing goals include, but are not limited to, the following:
• Completed and adopted a comprehensive update of the City’s Zoning Ordinance to include revisions that address any barriers to affordable housing and streamline zoning approvals for housing, including affordable housing, and a greater variety of housing types and sizes.
• Continued work on the update of the Housing Element for planning period 2024- 2031, including a Housing Plan with implementation measures to facilitate housing for all needs in the community as well as policies to affirmatively further fair housing.
• Ongoing promotion of residential infill development on vacant and underutilized land that is properly zoned and planned for residential uses within the City limits. 2024 Consolidated Annual Performance and Evaluation Report – DRAFT 24 • Ongoing promotion with developers to develop multifamily designated land at the highest allowable density, including meetings with affordable housing developers to evaluate opportunity sites and collaborate on potential projects and grant opportunities to facilitate additional affordable housing production. • Launching the availability of pre-approved plans for accessory dwelling unit (ADU) construction to facilitate and assist in the development of ADUs. • Ensure adequate infrastructure and public services for existing and planned residential.
Actions taken to address obstacles to meeting underserved needs. 91.220(k); 91.320(j) The City's Analysis of Impediments to Fair Housing Choice for 2020-2024 provides an overview of laws, regulations, and other possible obstacles that affect an individuals or households access to housing in the City. CDBG funds are regularly made available provide fair housing resources and/or services to promote safe, secure, and decent housing conditions for all individuals without regard to their race, color, religion, gender, national origin, familial status, disability, age, source of income or other characteristics protected by laws.
Additionally, the Housing Authority of Tulare County (HATC) continues to work on providing affordable, well maintained rental housing to very-low and low-income families in the City of Tulare. For example, HATC recently established a 5-year limit on assistance for nonelderly and non-disabled clients in relationship to their Housing Choice and Project Based Voucher Programs. This sought to shorten the time on waitlists among more vulnerable households.
The City of Tulare, through their partnership with the Kings Tulare Homeless Alliance (KTHA), continues to work to shorten the turnaround time for clients to receive a housing placement once enrolled in Coordinated Entry System (CES). All involved local service providers operating in the City of Tulare and surrounding areas may act as entry points to the CES through the Every Door Open approach. Prospective clients may also have an assessment completed by contacting United Way of Tulare County 2-1-1 and engaging KTHA Housing Navigators at the local initiative and navigation center events previously discussed.
Actions taken to reduce lead-based paint hazards. 91.220(k); 91.320(j) The City continued to provide information to contractors on training and lead-based paint requirements. In addition, the City collaborated with the Habitat for Humanity of Tulare / 2024 Consolidated Annual Performance and Evaluation Report – DRAFT 25 Kings Counties and Self-Help Enterprises to ensure their housing rehabilitation programs maintain compliance with HUD regulations regarding lead-based paint hazards.
Actions taken to reduce the number of poverty-level families. 91.220(k); 91.320(j) The implementation of CDBG activities meeting the goals established in the 2020-2024 Consolidated Plan and 2024 Annual Action Plan help reduce the number of families experiencing poverty by:
• preserving the supply of housing that is affordable to low- and moderate-income households through rehabilitation work at single family units; • fostering regional planning efforts, direct outreach, case management, and relief distribution on behalf of people experiencing and those at-risk of homelessness; • providing job-training and placement services for low-income and other groups people with barriers to full-employment; and
• improving existing public infrastructure within low- and moderate-income areas.
In addition to these local efforts, State and Federal resources also contribute to reducing the number of individuals and families in poverty. Federal programs such as the Earned Income Tax Credit and Head Start provide pathways out of poverty for families who are ready to pursue employment and educational opportunities. Additionally in California, the primary programs that assist families in poverty are CalWORKs, Cal Fresh, and MediCal. These particular programs provide individuals and families with employment assistance, food subsidies, medical care, childcare and cash payments to meet basic needs. Additional services are available to assist persons with substance use and mental health challenges.
Actions taken to develop institutional structure. 91.220(k); 91.320(j) The City did not execute and/or establish plans in 2024 to adjust its institutional structure.
The City will continue to work closely with the County of Tulare Housing Authority, as well as with counterparts at the local and county level to implement public service, affordable housing, public infrastructure, and other important projects.
Actions taken to enhance coordination between public and private housing and social service agencies. 91.220(k); 91.320(j)
The City maintains and seeks new relationships with county agencies, nonprofit organizations and other local entities. As the City continues to implement its CDBG 2024 Consolidated Annual Performance and Evaluation Report – DRAFT 26 program, it will incorporate information and other resources from these entities in order to meet ConPlan needs and goals.
Identify actions taken to overcome the effects of any impediments identified in the jurisdictions analysis of impediments to fair housing choice. 91.520(a) In alignment with the City’s current Analysis of Impediments to Fair Housing report, the City continued its observation of objectives and maintained an offering of funds for action items including -
• Interim analysis on how to eliminate housing discrimination in the City of Tulare; • Distribution of resources on the subject of fair housing choice to all persons; • Promotion of inclusive patterns with housing occupancy regardless of race, color, religion, sex, familial status, disability, and national origin; • Promotion of housing that is structurally accessible to, and usable by, all persons, particularly persons with disabilities; and
• Build compliance with the nondiscrimination provisions of the Fair Housing Act.
The City of Tulare adheres to Fair Housing Compliance in a Coordinated Assessment System by conducting the following activities:
Affirmatively marketing housing and supportive services to eligible persons regardless of race, color, national origin, religion, sex, age, familial status, or handicap who are least likely to apply in the absence of special outreach, and maintain records of those marketing activities; where the City encounters a condition or action that impedes fair housing choice for current or prospective program participants, the City will take action consistent with provisions in its Consolidated Plan; and provide program participants with information on rights and remedies available under applicable federal, state, and local fair housing and civil rights laws.
2024 Consolidated Annual Performance and Evaluation Report – DRAFT 27 CR-40 - Monitoring 91.220 and 91.230
Describe the standards and procedures used to monitor activities carried out in furtherance of the plan and used to ensure long-term compliance with requirements of the programs involved, including minority business outreach and the comprehensive planning requirements
Technical Assistance - Prior to implementation of CDBG activities, subrecipients meet with City staff to review policies and procedures. Subrecipient organizations are informed of CDBG federal regulations, retention, budget, scope of work, reimbursement procedures and reporting requirements. Subrecipient agreements contain detailed federal requirements, monitoring and reporting procedures. And throughout the Program Year, City staff provide ongoing technical assistance to promote compliance and successful performance.
Monitoring - The monitoring process involves desk audits of program reports, invoices, supporting documentation, and on-site monitoring reviews. The City completed risk assessments on each subrecipient. If compliance and/or performance issues were observed, then City staff would conduct an on-site monitoring visit. The monitoring visit will examine the use of funds, eligibility of the service area, eligibility of the intended beneficiaries, compliance with federal requirements, such as, the National Environmental Policy Act, the System for Award Management (SAM), debarment list, prevailing wage, Minority and Women Business Enterprise, Section 3 requirements, and 2 CFR Part 200 requirements according to CPD Notice 16-04. As part of this process, City staff monitors for potential fraud, conflict of interest, and mismanagement of CDBG funds.
Audit Review – Prior to entering into a contract agreement with the City, subrecipients expending more than $750,000 in federal funds in the prior fiscal year are required to submit a copy of a Single Audit to ensure 2 CFR Part 200 requirements are being met.
Subrecipients that do not require a Single Audit were required to submit Audited Financial Statements. This serves as additional monitoring means to evaluate the financial accountability of subrecipients.
MBE/WBE – Through a partnership with the Tulare Chamber of Commerce, the City promotes and encourages outreach and development of economic business opportunities of Minority Business Enterprises (MBE) and Women Business Enterprises (WBE) within the City.
Citizen Participation Plan 91.105(d); 91.115(d)
2024 Consolidated Annual Performance and Evaluation Report – DRAFT 28 Describe the efforts to provide citizens with reasonable notice and an opportunity to comment on performance reports.
The City has adopted a Citizen Participation Plan (CPP) with the 2020-2024 Consolidated Plan to ensure that all citizens of Tulare, units of local government, nonprofit and private enterprises, and other interested parties are provided with the opportunity to participate in the planning and reporting process. From August 21 through September 16, the City of Tulare requested public comments on a draft of their 2024 Consolidated Annual Performance and Evaluation Report (CAPER). The 2024 CAPER described outcomes of key projects and activities implemented with Community Development Block Grant (CDBG) and other federal funds between July 1, 2024, and June 30, 2025. A public meeting was held at the Tulare Public Library and a formal public hearing on the 2024 CAPER occurred on Tuesday, September 16th. Announcement of a review and comment was published via notices in widely circulated newspapers, listserv and e-blasts reaching several hundred local entities, and through the social media and website platforms of multiple Departments with the City of Tulare. The public meeting provided an option for accommodations for people with a disability. *City of Tulare staff received __ comments on activities, accomplishments, and/or other initiatives described in the 2024 CAPER at any point during the 15-day period.
2024 Consolidated Annual Performance and Evaluation Report – DRAFT 29 CR-45 - CDBG 91.520(c)
Specify the nature of, and reasons for, any changes in the jurisdiction’s program objectives and indications of how the jurisdiction would change its programs as a result of its experiences.
The City of Tulare made no substantial amendment to the 2024 Program Year. Of the five anticipated activities, the Apricot and Academy Public Infrastructure Project did not proceed as planned. Due to the competitive bid process, it was delayed in PY2023 and completed in PY2024.
Does this Jurisdiction have any open Brownfields Economic Development Initiative (BEDI) grants?
No
[BEDI grantees] Describe accomplishments and program outcomes during the last year.
2024 Consolidated Annual Performance and Evaluation Report – DRAFT 30 CR-50 - HOME 24 CFR 91.520(d)
Include the results of on-site inspections of affordable rental housing assisted under the program to determine compliance with housing codes and other applicable regulations
Please list those projects that should have been inspected on-site this program year based upon the schedule in 24 CFR §92.504(d). Indicate which of these were inspected and a summary of issues that were detected during the inspection. For those that were not inspected, please indicate the reason and how you will remedy the situation.
Provide an assessment of the jurisdiction's affirmative marketing actions for HOME units. 24 CFR 91.520(e) and 24 CFR 92.351(a)
The City of Tulare is working on becoming a Participating Jurisdiction. Reports for State funded program funds are administered through HCD, at this time.
Refer to IDIS reports to describe the amount and use of program income for projects, including the number of projects and owner and tenant characteristics The City of Tulare is working on becoming a Participating Jurisdiction. Reports for State funded program funds are administered through HCD, at this time.
Describe other actions taken to foster and maintain affordable housing. 24 CFR
91.220(k) (STATES ONLY: Including the coordination of LIHTC with the development of affordable housing). 24 CFR 91.320(j)
Not applicable; the City of Tulare is not a Participating Jurisdiction. Reports for State funded program funds are administered through HCD.
2024 Consolidated Annual Performance and Evaluation Report – DRAFT 31 CR-58 – Section 3
Identify the number of individuals assisted and the types of assistance provided Total Labor Hours CDB
G
HOM
E
ESG HOPW
A
HTF
Total Number of Activities 0 0 0 0 0
Total Labor Hours
Total Section 3 Worker Hours
Total Targeted Section 3 Worker Hours
Table 13 – Total Labor Hours
Qualitative Efforts - Number of Activities by
Program
CDB
G
HOM
E
ESG HOPW
A
HTF
Outreach efforts to generate job applicants who
are Public Housing Targeted Workers
Outreach efforts to generate job applicants who
are Other Funding Targeted Workers.
Direct, on-the job training (including
apprenticeships).
Indirect training such as arranging for,
contracting for, or paying tuition for, off-site
training.
Technical assistance to help Section 3 workers
compete for jobs (e.g., resume assistance,
coaching).
Outreach efforts to identify and secure bids from
Section 3 business concerns.
2024 Consolidated Annual Performance and Evaluation Report – DRAFT 32 Technical assistance to help Section 3 business
concerns understand and bid on contracts.
Division of contracts into smaller jobs to
facilitate participation by Section 3 business
concerns.
Provided or connected residents with assistance
in seeking employment including: drafting
resumes, preparing for interviews, finding job
opportunities, connecting residents to job
placement services.
Held one or more job fairs.
Provided or connected residents with supportive
services that can provide direct services or
referrals.
Provided or connected residents with supportive
services that provide one or more of the
following: work readiness health screenings,
interview clothing, uniforms, test fees,
transportation.
Assisted residents with finding child care.
Assisted residents to apply for, or attend
community college or a four year educational
institution.
Assisted residents to apply for, or attend
vocational/technical training.
Assisted residents to obtain financial literacy
training and/or coaching.
Bonding assistance, guaranties, or other efforts
to support viable bids from Section 3 business
concerns.
2024 Consolidated Annual Performance and Evaluation Report – DRAFT 33 Provided or connected residents with training on
computer use or online technologies.
Promoting the use of a business registry
designed to create opportunities for
disadvantaged and small businesses.
Outreach, engagement, or referrals with the state
one-stop system, as designed in Section
121(e)(2) of the Workforce Innovation and
Opportunity Act.
Other.
Table 14 – Qualitative Efforts - Number of Activities by Program Narrative
The City's public infrastructure project was postponed the previous program year but is complete for FY2024-2025. The project will focus on utility and sidewalk improvements in the low-to-moderate income area of Academy and Apricot. 2024 Consolidated Annual Performance and Evaluation Report – DRAFT 34 Appendix A – Financial and Activity Outcomes Appendix A1 – FY 2024 CDBG Allocation and Expenditure Totals
2024 Consolidated Annual Performance and Evaluation Report – DRAFT 35 Appendix A2 – Summary of CDBG Activity Accomplishments 2024 Consolidated Annual Performance and Evaluation Report – DRAFT 36 CR-10 - Racial and Ethnic composition of People / Households Assisted Fiscal Year 2024 - 2025
Racial / Ethnic Status (Self-Reporting) CDBG
White 26
Black or African American 8
Asian American 0
Native American or Alaskan 0
Native Hawaiian or Other Pacific Islander 0
Other - Multiracial 2
Unreported 14
Total Number of Participants 50
Hispanic - Latino 20
Table only includes beneficiaries of CDBG public service and affordable housing activities in Program Year 2024 and reflects both self-reporting and the lack thereof by participants. People reporting a Hispanic background may be of any race and are included in other racial groups, such as white, other, etc.
Racial / Ethnic Status
U.S. Census
Estimate (% of
Total Pop.) for
City of Tulare
CDBG (% of All
Recipients)
White 28.8% 52.0%
Black or African American 3.7% 16.0%
Asian American 1.5% 0.0%
Native American or Alaskan 1.2% 0.0%
Native Hawaiian or Other Pacific Islander 0.2% 0.0%
Hispanic or Latino 64.2% 40.0%
Table compares U.S. Census Quick Facts "Tulare City - Race and Hispanic Origin" data based on 2019 American Community Survey information to the City's CDBG and CDBG-CV racial / ethnic status rates calculated with CR-10 Table totals. The overall data collection methodologies between U.S. Census and the City's are substantially different and the data presented should not be reproduced and/or cited as rigorous.
2024 Consolidated Annual Performance and Evaluation Report – DRAFT 37 Appendix A3 – FY 2024 Actual Activity Expenditures
2024 Consolidated Annual Performance and Evaluation Report – DRAFT 38 Appendix B – Citizen Participation
2024 Consolidated Annual Performance and Evaluation Report – DRAFT 39 Appendix B1- Public Notice and Proof of Publication
2024 Consolidated Annual Performance and Evaluation Report – DRAFT 40 INSERT Public Affidavit – available within 7 business days from date of publication (August 16th)
2024 Consolidated Annual Performance and Evaluation Report – DRAFT 41 Appendix B2 – Display of Notice for Public Meeting – City Website Accessed at: https://www.tulare.ca.gov/government/departments/communitydevelopment/housing-grants-services/public-notices 2024 Consolidated Annual Performance and Evaluation Report – DRAFT 42 Appendix B3 – City Council Meeting, Public Hearing, and Resolution 2024 Consolidated Annual Performance and Evaluation Report – DRAFT 43 Appendix C – Continuum of Care – Point-In-Time Report 2024 2024 Consolidated Annual Performance and Evaluation Report – DRAFT 44 Appendix C1 – Point In Time Report Executive Summary for Tulare County PIT Count Survey pending due to still being under review 2024 Consolidated Annual Performance and Evaluation Report – DRAFT 45 Appendix C2 – Point In Time Report Executive Summary for City of Tulare PIT Count Survey pending due to still being under review 2024 Consolidated Annual Performance and Evaluation Report – DRAFT 46 Appendix C3 – Point In Time Survey Results for Tulare County 2024 Consolidated Annual Performance and Evaluation Report – DRAFT 47 Appendix C4 – Point In Time Survey Results for City of Tulare PIT Count Survey pending due to still being under review 2024 Consolidated Annual Performance and Evaluation Report – DRAFT 48 Appendix D – Housing and Urban Development Department’s Integrated Disbursement and Information System (IDIS) Reports
2024 Consolidated Annual Performance and Evaluation Report – DRAFT 49 Appendix D1 – PR 05 – Drawdown Report by Project
2024 Consolidated Annual Performance and Evaluation Report – DRAFT 50 Appendix D2 – PR 09 – Program Income Receipt Detail
2024 Consolidated Annual Performance and Evaluation Report – DRAFT 51 Appendix D3 – PR 23 – Summary of Accomplishments Parts 1-2 2024 Consolidated Annual Performance and Evaluation Report – DRAFT 52 Appendix D4 – PR 26 – CDBG Activity Summary by Selected Grant 2024 Consolidated Annual Performance and Evaluation Report – DRAFT 53 Appendix D5 – PR02 – List of Activities by Program Year 2024 Consolidated Annual Performance and Evaluation Report – DRAFT 54 Appendix D6 – PR56 – Timeliness Ratio
Staff Report
Meeting: City Council
Date: September 16, 2025
Department: City Clerk
Submitted by: Melissa Wilcox, Chief Deputy City Clerk
Agenda Title: Voting Delegate Selection for Annual CalCities Conference
RECOMMENDED ACTION
Select a voting delegate and alternate for the General Assembly at the League of California Cities Annual Conference; and authorize the city clerk to execute and submit the voting delegate form.
SUMMARY
The Annual League of California Cities Conference is scheduled for October 8-10, 2025, in Long Beach.
Councilmembers Mederos and Sigala are attending.
In order to vote on resolutions and/or other matters during the General Assembly on Friday, October 10, the Council must designate a voting delegate. The Council may also appoint an alternate. The voting delegate form should be submitted no later than September 24.
FISCAL IMPACT & FUNDING SOURCES
There is no fiscal impact associated with this action.
ENVIRONMENTAL REVIEW
This action does not constitute a “project” pursuant to the California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA).
CONFLICT OF INTEREST
Staff is not aware of any conflicts of interest.
LEGAL REVIEW
This item does not require legal review.
PUBLIC NOTICE
This item does not require a public hearing and was noticed as a part of the agenda.
ALTERNATIVE ACTION
1. Approve with changes
2. Deny
3. Table
ATTACHMENTS
1. 2025 Voting Delegate Information
Reviewed/Approved:
Item #: 11.1
General Business
1400 K Street, Suite 400, Sacramento, CA 95814 • 916.658.8200 • calcities.org
DATE: Wednesday, July 16, 2025
TO: Mayors, Council Members, City Clerks, and City Managers RE: DESIGNATION OF VOTING DELEGATES AND ALTERNATES
League of California Cities Annual Conference and Expo, Oct. 8-10, 2025 Long Beach Convention Center
Every year, the League of California Cities convenes a member-driven General Assembly at the Cal Cities Annual Conference and Expo. The General Assembly is an important opportunity where city officials can directly participate in the development of Cal Cities policy.
Taking place on Oct. 10, the General Assembly is comprised of voting delegates appointed by each member city; every city has one voting delegate. Your appointed voting delegate plays an important role during the General Assembly by representing your city and voting on resolutions.
To cast a vote during the General Assembly, your city must designate a voting delegate and up to two alternate voting delegates, one of whom may vote if the designated voting delegate is unable to serve in that capacity. Voting delegates may either be an elected or appointed official.
Action by Council Required. Consistent with Cal Cities bylaws, a city’s voting delegate and up to two alternates must be designated by the city council. Please note that designating the voting delegate and alternates must be done by city council action and cannot be accomplished by individual action of the mayor or city manager alone.
Following council action, please submit your city’s delegates through the online submission portal by Wed., Sept. 24. When completing the Voting Delegate submission form, you will be asked to attest that council action was taken. You will need to be signed in to your My Cal Cities account when submitting the form.
Submitting your voting delegate form by the deadline will allow us time to establish voting delegate/alternate records prior to the conference and provide pre-conference communications with voting delegates.
Conference Registration Required. The voting delegate and alternates must be registered to attend the conference. They need not register for the entire conference; they may register for Friday only. Conference registration is open on the Cal Cities website.
Council Action Advised by September 24, 2025
For a city to cast a vote, one voter must be present at the General Assembly and in possession of the voting delegate card and voting tool. Voting delegates and alternates need to pick up their conference badges before signing in and picking up the voting delegate card at the voting delegate desk. This will enable them to receive the special sticker on their name badges that will admit the voting delegate into the voting area during the General Assembly.
Please view Cal Cities’ event and meeting policy in advance of the conference.
Transferring Voting Card to Non-Designated Individuals Not Allowed. The voting delegate card may be transferred freely between the voting delegate and alternates, but only between the voting delegate and alternates. If the voting delegate and alternates find themselves unable to attend the General Assembly, they may not transfer the voting card to another city official.
Seating Protocol during General Assembly. At the General Assembly, individuals with a voting card will sit in a designated area. Admission to the voting area will be limited to the individual in possession of the voting card and with a special sticker on their name badge identifying them as a voting delegate.
The voting delegate desk, located in the conference registration area of the Long Beach Convention Center in Long Beach, will be open at the following times: Wednesday, Oct. 16, 8:00 a.m.-6:00 p.m. and Thursday, Oct. 17, 7:30 a.m.-4:00 p.m. On Friday, Oct. 18, the voting delegate desk will be open at the General Assembly, starting at 7:30 a.m., but will be closed during roll calls and voting.
The voting procedures that will be used at the conference are attached to this memo.
Please share these procedures and this memo with your council and especially with the individuals that your council designates as your city’s voting delegate and alternates.
Once again, thank you for submitting your voting delegate and alternates by Wednesday, Sept. 24. If you have questions, please contact Zach Seals at [email protected].
Attachments:
• General Assembly Voting Guidelines
• Information Sheet: Cal Cities Resolutions and the General Assembly 1400 K Street, Suite 400, Sacramento, CA 95814 • 916.658.8200 • calcities.org General Assembly Voting Guidelines
1. One City One Vote. Each member city has a right to cast one vote on matters pertaining to Cal Cities policy.
2. Designating a City Voting Representative. Prior to the Cal Cities Annual Conference and Expo, each city council may designate a voting delegate and up to two alternates; these individuals are identified on the voting delegate form provided to the Cal Cities Credentials Committee.
3. Registering with the Credentials Committee. The voting delegate, or alternates, may pick up the city's voting card at the voting delegate desk in the conference registration area. Voting delegates and alternates must sign in at the voting delegate desk. Here they will receive a special sticker on their name badge and thus be admitted to the voting area at the General Assembly.
4. Signing Initiated Resolution Petitions. Only those individuals who are voting delegates (or alternates), and who have picked up their city’s voting card by providing a signature to the credentials committee at the voting delegate desk, may sign petitions to initiate a resolution.
5. Voting. To cast the city's vote, a city official must have in their possession the city's voting card and voting tool; and be registered with the credentials committee. The voting card may be transferred freely between the voting delegate and alternates but may not be transferred to another city official who is neither a voting delegate nor alternate.
6. Voting Area at General Assembly. At the General Assembly, individuals with a voting card will sit in a designated area. Admission to the voting area will be limited to the individual in possession of the voting card and with a special sticker on their name badge identifying them as a voting delegate.
7. Resolving Disputes. In case of dispute, the credentials committee will determine the validity of signatures on petitioned resolutions and the right of a city official to vote at the General Assembly.
Sixty days before the
Annual Conference
and Expo, Cal Cities
members may submit
policy proposals on
issues of importance
to cities. The resolution must
have the concurrence of at least
five additional member cities or
individual members.
How it works: Cal Cities
Resolutions and the General Assembly
General Assembly
General Resolutions Policy Committees
Developing League of California Cities policy is a dynamic process that engages a wide range of members to ensure Cal Cities represents cities with one voice. These policies directly guide Cal Cities’ advocacy to promote local decision-making, and lobby against statewide policies that erode local control.
The resolutions process and General Assembly is one way that city officials can directly participate in the development of Cal Cities policy. If a resolution is approved at the General Assembly, it becomes official Cal Cities policy. Here’s how resolutions and the General Assembly work.
The petitioned
resolution is an
alternate method
to introduce policy
proposals during
the annual conference. The
petition must be signed by
voting delegates from 10% of
member cities, and submitted to
the Cal Cities President at least
24 hours before the beginning
of the General Assembly.
Petitioned Resolutions
The Cal Cities
President assigns
general resolutions
to policy committees
where members
review, debate, and recommend
positions for each policy proposal.
Recommendations are forwarded
to the Resolutions Committee.
Who’s who
The Resolutions Committee
includes representatives
from each Cal Cities
diversity caucus, regional
division, municipal
department, and policy
committee, as well as
individuals appointed by
the Cal Cities president.
Voting delegates
are appointed by each
member city; every city
has one voting delegate.
The General Assembly is a
meeting of the collective
body of all voting
delegates —one from
every member city.
Seven policy committees
meet throughout the year
to review and recommend
positions to take on bills
and regulatory proposals.
Policy committees include
members from each Cal
Cities diversity caucus,
regional division, and
municipal department,
as well as individuals
appointed by the Cal
Cities president.
During the General Assembly, voting delegates
debate and consider general and petitioned
resolutions forwarded by the Resolutions
Committee. Potential Cal Cities bylaws
amendments are also considered at this meeting.
Cal Cities policy
development is a memberinformed process,
grounded in the voices and
experiences of city officials
throughout the state.
For more information visit www.calcities.org/general-assembly Prior to the Annual Conference and Expo
Resolutions Committee
The Resolutions
Committee considers
all resolutions. General
Resolutions approved1 by
either a policy committee
or the Resolutions Committee are next
considered by the General Assembly.
General resolutions not approved, or
referred for further study by both a
policy committee and the Resolutions
Committee do not go to the General
Assembly. All Petitioned Resolutions
are considered by the General
Assembly, unless disqualified.2
During the Annual Conference and Expo
1 The Resolution Committee can amend a general resolution prior to sending it to the General Assembly. 2 Petitioned Resolutions may be disqualified by the Resolutions Committee according to Cal Cities Bylaws Article VI. Sec. 5(f).