Agenda packet — Victorville City Council, April 19, 2022 (part 1 of 4)

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Regular Meeting Agenda
Tuesday, April 19, 2022
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A. Conference With Legal Counsel - Existing Litigation Pursuant to Government Code Section 54956.9(D)(1): Kinsell, Newcomb, & Dedios, Inc., V. City of Victorville Et Al., Sbcsc Case No. Civds1703508

VICTORVILLE WATER DISTRICT
A. Conference With Real Property Negotiators Pursuant to Government Code Section 54956.8
Property Location: Acquisition of Water Rights - Mojave Water Basin District Negotiators: Keith C. Metzler, General Manager, Or Authorized Designee Negotiating Parties: Soppeland Revocable Trust
Under Negotiation: Price and Terms
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Property Location: Acquisition of Water Rights - Mojave Water Basin District Negotiators: Keith C. Metzler, General Manager, Or Authorized Designee Negotiating Parties: Neil and Mary De Vries Family Trust Under Negotiation: Price and Terms
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Pledge of Allegiance: Police Captain John Wickum
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Introduction to Public Comments
Public Comments

PUBLIC HEARING(S)

1. Approval request for the United States Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD) required 2022 - 2026 Consolidated Plan and Fiscal Year 2022-2023 Annual Action Plan, allocating federal Community Development Block Grant (CDBG) and Home Investment Partnership Program (HOME) funds; and a request to authorize the allocation of Community Development Block Grant – Coronavirus (CDBG-CV) funds to a subrecipient of the previously approved Community Outreach Program
Recommendation:

That the Honorable City Council:
(1) Conduct a public hearing to receive citizen, public and agency comments regarding the draft 2022 - 2026 Consolidated Plan and Fiscal Year 2022-2023 Annual Action Plan;
(2) Approve Resolution No. 22-034 - Adopting the 2022 - 2026 Consolidated Plan, the 2022-2023 Annual Action Plan, and the 2022 Analysis of Impediment to Fair Housing, as presented for submittal to HUD, which contains the funding recommendations made by the Community Planning and Development (CPD) Grant Subcommittee; (3) Approve the allocation of $60,000 in CDBG-CV - Community Outreach Program funding to the Symba Center to provide services in response to the COVID-19 pandemic; and
(4) Authorize the City Manager to execute all necessary documents for submittal to HUD.

CONSENT CALENDAR

2. Notice of Completion – Sewer Capacity Improvement Project C1 Recommendation:

That the Honorable City Council accept as complete and approve the Notice of Completion for Sewer Capacity Improvement Project C1.

3. Security Releases for Las Haciendas Tracts
Recommendation:

That the City Council:
(1) Approve the release of the remaining 20% for the Faithful Performance Securities for Tract Map Nos. 16942, 16943, 16944, and 16969; and
(2) Approve the release of the Labor and Materials Securities for Tract Map Nos. 16943 and 16944.

4. Security Release for Tract Map No. 16720
Recommendation:

That the City Council:
(1) Approve the release of the remaining 20% for the Water and Storm Drain Faithful Performance Securities for Tract Map No. 16720; and
(2) Approve the full release of the Water and Storm Drain Labor and Materials Securities for Tract Map No. 16720.

5. Security Reduction for Tract Map No. 15896-1
Recommendation:

That the City Council approve a 60% reduction of the Faithful Performance Securities for Tract Map No. 15896-1.

6. Second Reading of Ordinance No. 2425
Recommendation:

That the City Council adopt, by second reading, Ordinance No. 2425 adding a new Chapter 6.37 (Mandatory Organic Waste Disposal Reduction) to Title 6 (Health and Safety) of the Victorville Municipal Code and revising subsection 16-5.11.050(a) of Title 16, Chapter 5, Article 11 (Green Building Code) of the Victorville Municipal Code.

7. Minutes of the March 1, 2022, and March 15, 2022, Regular City Council Meetings and March 17, 2022, Special City Council Meeting
Recommendation:

That the Honorable City Council approve the minutes of the Regular City Council Meetings held on March 1, 2022, and March 15, 2022, and the Special City Council Meeting held on March 17, 2022

8. Payroll Warrant List
Recommendation:

That the City Council and Board of Directors ratify the Payroll Demand Schedule No. 9A for Payroll Period February 18, 2022 through March 4, 2022, in the amount of $1,515,412.96 covering Check Nos. 32695 through Nos. 32711, including Vendor checks. Please note employee Check Nos. 32699 has a live Check and an EFT Advice.

Also included are Advice Nos. 285944 through 286432, per adopted budget for Fiscal Year 2021-2022 period covering July 1, 2021 through June 30, 2022.

9. Commercial Demand Schedule No. 19
Recommendation:

That the City Council and Board of Directors ratify Commercial Demand Schedule No. 19 in the amount of $7,882,238.22, covering Electronic Fund Transfers No. 329465 through 329743 and Warrant No. 785018 through 785284 for 03/23/2022 through 04/06/2022 and Wire Transfers dated 03/25/2022 through 04/08/2022, per the adopted budget for Fiscal Year 2021-2022 for the period covering July 1, 2021 through June 30, 2022.

WRITTEN COMMUNICATIONS

10. Consideration of Resolution No. 22-036 authorizing the issuance and sale of City of Victorville Electric Revenue Bonds to finance the costs of certain improvements to, or necessary or convenient in connection with the use and operation of, the City’s electric system and to refund certain outstanding bonds previously issued for those purposes Consideration for approval by the Victorville Joint Powers Financing Authority (“Authority”) of a form of Bank Consent that provides BNP Paribas’ consent, subject to certain terms and conditions, for the Trustee to send out an optional redemption notice to the owners of the 2007A Bonds
Recommendation:

That the Honorable City Council:
(1) Adopt Resolution No. 22-036 authorizing the issuance and sale of City of Victorville Electric Revenue Bonds to finance the costs of certain improvements to, or necessary or convenient in connection with the use and operation of, the City’s electric system and to refund certain outstanding bonds previously issued for those purposes;approving the forms and the execution and delivery of documents related to the issuance and sale of the bonds; and authorizing certain other actions in connection with the issuance and sale of the bonds
That the Victorville Joint Powers Financing Authority Board:
(1) Approve the form of Bank Consent among the City, the Authority, and BNP Paribas (provider of an irrevocable direct pay letter of credit for the 2007A Bonds) that provides BNP’s consent for the Trustee to send out an optional redemption notice to owners of the 2007A Bonds and describes the terms and conditions under which this consent is given

11. Consideration of funding allocations to Community Development Block Grant (CDBG) applicants for eligible services through the American Rescue Plan Act (ARPA) Recommendation:

That the Honorable City Council:
(1) Authorize staff to proceed with the allocation of funds through ARPA to fund eligible CDBG applicants as outlined in Attachment A of this staff report; (2) Approve the disbursement of ARPA funds utilizing the reimbursement and tracking model that is typical of the CDBG funding requirements; and (3) Authorize the City Manager or their designee to execute all necessary documents and contracts.

12. Approval for Purchase of an International Bergkamp FP5 Flameless Patcher Truck Recommendation:

That the Honorable City Council approve the purchase of an International Bergkamp FP5 Flameless Patcher Truck from Bergkamp Pavement Preservation Solutions in the amount of $292,302.

13. Approval for Purchase of a Peterbilt MB Longline Striper Recommendation:

That the Honorable City Council approve the purchase of a new Peterbilt MB Striper from JX-Truck Center in the amount of $427,073.22.

14. Approval for Purchase of an Aerial Altec Bucket Truck Recommendation:

That the Honorable City Council approve the purchase of a 2024 Ford F-550 Aerial Altec Bucket Truck Model AT41M from Altec Industries Inc., in the amount of $211,915.02.

15. Purchase of Cisco Switches, Web Filtering Appliance, and Firewall Software Recommendation:

That the Honorable City Council award the purchase in the amount not to exceed $273,831.34 to Logicalis, Inc. for the installation and configuration of new Cisco network equipment, licensing, and software that will support a 10-gigabit internet circuit for the City Hall local area network.

16. Old Town Sidewalk Connectivity Projects – Phases 1 and 2 Recommendation:

That the Honorable City Council:
(1) Authorize the submittal of claims and requests for reimbursements for TDA Article 3 funds from the San Bernardino Transportation Authority (SBCTA) for the Old Town Sidewalk Connectivity Phase 1 Project in the amount of $244,000.00, and the Phase 2 Project in the amount of $246,640.00.
(2) Authorize the City Engineer to certify the completion of both projects.

17. Approval of Agreement with AGA Engineers, Inc., for Seventh Street Traffic Signal Modification Plans
Recommendation:

That the Honorable City Council approve a Consultant / Professional Services Provider Agreement with AGA Engineers, Inc., in an amount not to exceed of $90,000.00 for preparation of plans for the modification of five traffic signals on Seventh Street.

18. Consideration of revisions to the Victorville Municipal Code amending the City Manager's purchasing authority threshold from $50,000 to $125,000 Recommendation:

That the Honorable City Council approve moving the revisions to the Victorville Municipal Code to the May 3, 2022 meeting.

19. City Manager Reports

20. Discussion and Possible Action Regarding Upcoming Agenda Items

21. Reports from Council Members
Adjournment
Item Number: 1
City Council / Board of Directors
Public Hearing(s)
Meeting of: April 19, 2022
Submitted By:

Scott Webb, City Planner

Subject:

Approval request for the United States Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD) required 2022 - 2026 Consolidated Plan and Fiscal Year 2022-2023 Annual Action Plan, allocating federal Community Development Block Grant (CDBG) and Home Investment Partnership Program (HOME) funds; and a request to authorize the allocation of Community Development Block Grant – Coronavirus (CDBG-CV) funds to a subrecipient of the previously approved Community Outreach Program.

Recommendation:

Fiscal Impact:

Taking action in accordance with the staff recommendation will appropriate approximately $1,986,421 in fiscal year 2022-2023 Federal CDBG and HOME funds allocated to the City of Victorville and will reallocate $269,659.43 in fiscal year 2019-2020 through 2021- 2022 CDBG funds to be dispersed to eligible applicants as outlined in the 2022-2023 Annual Action Plan. Fiscal year 2022-2023 CDBG funding includes a total allocation of approximately $1,447,740 that has no matching requirement, while HOME funding 2 5
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includes a total allocation of approximately $538,967, which has a matching requirement that has been waived by HUD due to the City being considered in fiscal distress (based upon poverty rate and per capita income). Except for CDBG and HOME administration costs not covered in full by limited grant allowances (e.g. portions of City staff time, facilities use, etc.), the subject funding will not utilize City monetary assets. Funding allocations are approximate at this time pending the release of the Federal budget.

Additionally, Federal CDBG-CV funding totaling $1,527,782 has previously been accepted by the City and allocated to various projects relating to the COVID-19 pandemic, including Community Outreach, Business Outreach, and Homeless Outreach programs.

Inasmuch as these funds have already been allocated to the noted programs, the recommended action to fund a subrecipient with $60,000 of Community Outreach funds will result in the expenditure of existing CDBG-CV funding.

In summary, the City of Victorville’s annual budget for Fiscal Year 2022-2023 shall reflect additional revenue and expenditures in the amount of approximately $1,447,740.00 (CDBG - City Org. 2813025) in Fiscal Year 2022-2023 Federal CDBG allocations, approximately $538,967 (HOME – City Org. 2823027) in Fiscal Year 2022-2023 Federal HOME allocations, and $269,659.43 (CDBG – City Org. 2813025) in reallocated CDBG funding from Fiscal Years 2019-2020, 2020-2021, & 2021-2022 to 2022-2023.

Executive Summary:

The purpose of the request for approval of the 2022-2026 Consolidated Plan (ConPlan) and 2022-2023 Annual Action Plan is to allow the City of Victorville to apply for and obtain Federal Community Development Block Grant (CDBG) and Home Investment Partnership (HOME) funding. The ConPlan and Annual Action is the formal means to apply for CDBG and HOME funds per federal standards and approval of these documents is anticipated to provide over $5.5 million in CDBG funds and over $2.5 million in HOME funds over the 5-year planning period of the ConPlan. In accordance with the priority needs and goals outlined in the 2022-2026 ConPlan, the Annual Action Plan directs yearly funding to programs that also meet the national objectives of benefiting low and moderate income persons, aids in the elimination of slums and blight, and meets local community needs. A brief synopsis of the ConPlan and Annual Action is provided below. 2022-2026 Consolidated Plan
A five-year planning document that was last approved in 2017 and will be updated as proposed to guide the City’s use of CDBG and HOME funds through June 30, 2027. Based upon community input received through two in person workshops in Old Town Victorville, five separate community stakeholder meetings, a digital and written survey, as well as the City Councils initial public hearing on the item, the ConPlan establishes priority needs and sets goals with quantifiable deliverables to ensure the federal funding is spent in a manner that benefits the residents of the City of Victorville. 2 5
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The ConPlan is supported by additional studies such as a Housing Needs Assessment, a Housing Market Analysis, an Analysis of Impediment to Fair Housing Choice, and other strategies to ensure the ConPlan reflects local issues of importance in a manner suited to address the City’s priorities.
The City reports yearly on the progress made in meeting the goals outlined in the ConPlan through the completion of the Consolidated Annual Performance and Evaluation Report (CAPER) to confirm funds are being directed in a manner consistent with the ConPlan.
2022-2023 Annual Action Plan
Details the anticipated FY 2022-2023 allocation of $1,717,399.43 of CDBG funds, which includes $269,659.43 of reallocated funds (Attachment B), as well as $538,967 of HOME funds.
The 2022-2023 Annual Action Plan is included in the 2022-2026 ConPlan as opposed to separate document and directs the use of new federal funding from July 1, 2022, through June 30, 2023.
Establishes a one-year expenditure plan for the use of HUD funds and enables the implementation of the priority housing and community development needs identified in the 2022-2026 ConPlan.
Funding recommendations based upon proposals compliance with the priority needs outlined in the ConPlan, feasibility of projects ability to utilize funding in accordance with the ConPlan and federal standards, as well as the availability of funds. Final recommendations are made by the CPD Grant Subcommittee after reviewing and analyzing all applications in a public meeting.

Also included in the proposal is a request to authorize the use of $60,000 in Community Development Block Grant – Coronavirus (CDBG-CV) funds to provide an award to a project who applied for CDBG fundings but is eligible for the previously approved CDBG- CV – Community Outreach Program. Details of this request are as follows:
Request is to utilize available funds in the Community Outreach Program, which was previously approved by the City Council in an effort to provide direct, front-line service programs to respond to community need arising from COVID-19. $90,000 was not originally dedicated to a specific project, and the subject $60,000 would utilize a portion of remaining funds approved for this program, thereby providing additional funding to other CDBG programs.
Proposed grantee will be providing eligible services to the homeless population including medical and behavioral health and has previously provided similar service with CDBG-CV awards.
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Background:

CDBG/HOME & CDBG-CV Funding Administration
The City of Victorville is a recipient of U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD) funds, which include Community Development Block Grant (CDBG), Community Development Block Grant – Coronavirus (CDBG-CV) and HOME Investment Partnerships Grant (HOME) that are administered by HUD’s Office of Community Planning and Development (CPD).

The Planning Department is responsible for the administration of the City’s CDBG, CDBG-CV and HOME grants. CDBG/HOME & CDBG-CV funded programs and projects must reflect the needs outlined in the City’s Consolidated Plan (ConPlan). The ConPlan is a five-year planning document required by HUD from all communities receiving community development funds. The ConPlan is carried out through Annual Action Plans, which provide a concise summary of the actions, activities and the specific federal and non-federal resources that will be used each year to address the priority needs and specific goals identified by the ConPlan. In the upcoming 2022-2023 fiscal year, the HUD required Annual Action Plan is included in the 2022-2026 ConPlan, which has been prepared for the next five-year planning cycle. The following two subsections of this report describe the process for the 2022-2026 ConPlan and well as this coming year’s Annual Action Plan for CDBG and HOME funds.
2022-2026 Consolidated Plan (ConPlan) Process
As previously noted, the ConPlan is a five-year planning document required by HUD from all communities receiving community development funds. Pursuant to Section 24 of the Code of Federal Regulations (CFR) Part 91, HUD has established regulations that set forth the ConPlan process. The ConPlan is designed to help states and local jurisdictions to assess their affordable housing and community development needs, market conditions, and to make data-driven, place-based investment decisions. The ConPlan, which may have a duration of between 3 and 5 years, describes the jurisdiction’s community development priorities and multiyear goals based on an assessment of housing and community development needs, an analysis of current housing and economic market conditions and available resources. Subpart E of Section 24 CFR Part 91, requires local governments that participate in a consortium to include said consortium in the ConPlan.

Pursuant to this regulation, on April 18, 2017, the City of Victorville adopted the 2017- 2021 ConPlan, including the required consortium component, which is valid through June 30, 2022.

On February 15, 2022, the City Council conducted the first public hearing to formally begin the process of preparing the 2022-2026 ConPlan in order to replace the outgoing 2017- 2021 ConPlan. The City Council conducted this hearing in accordance with the requirements of the City’s Citizen Participation Plan in order to receive citizen, agency, and prospective applicant comments regarding the City’s needs, goals and funding priorities for development of the ConPlan. In order to ensure ample opportunities for 2 5
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public participation, the City also held two in person community meetings at the Activities Center in Old Town Victorville that were also available virtually, conducted five different virtual community stakeholder meetings, published a survey on the City website and social media platforms, and made all draft documents and applications available on the City’s website and at City Hall. The result of the public participation process was the publishing of the City’s Draft ConPlan (which includes the Annual Action Plan for FY 2022- 2023) for a thirty-day review period beginning on March 21, 2022, and ending on April 19, 2022. All public comments received during this public hearing and the public comment period will be attached and incorporated into the Annual Action Plan, with submittal to HUD occurring after approval by the City Council in conjunction with the Town of Apple Valley to address the required consortium component.
2021-2022 Annual Action Plan Process
On December 21, 2021, the City Council appointed Mayor Jones and Councilmember Becerra to serve on the Community Planning and Development (CPD) Grant Subcommittee. The purpose of the CPD Grant Subcommittee with regard to CDBG/HOME grant programs is to review all eligible grant applications and determine consistency with the needs and goals established in the City’s Consolidated Plan.

On February 15, 2022, the City Council conducted a public hearing to obtain citizen, agency, and prospective applicant comments regarding the City’s needs and strategies for the 2022-2026 ConPlan and the 2022-2023 Annual Action Plan. Following the public hearing, the CPD Grant Subcommittee met on March 3, 2022, to review and recommend allocation of $1,717,399.43 of CDBG funds, which includes $269,659.43 of reallocated funds (Attachment B), as well as $538,967 of HOME Investment Partnerships Program (HOME) funds. The 2022-2023 Annual Action Plan (Attachment A) describes the programs and projects the CPD Grant Subcommittee recommended for CDBG fund disbursement. HOME funds are discussed within the Entitlement City Tasks and Requirements (Attachment D) and not included in the 2021-2022 Annual Action Plan since the HOME funds are allocated to the consortium between Victorville and Apple Valley. Victorville’s HOME funds will be included in Apple Valley’s Annual Action Plan since Apple Valley serves as the lead agency for the consortium. Additionally, the CPD Grant Subcommittee Recommendations (Attachment C) include the final recommendations made for each eligible CDBG/HOME application received and twenty- three separate projects/programs are recommended for a funding allocation.

Copies of the draft Annual Action Plan were made available for public review and comment as required by HUD beginning March 31, 2022, through April 19, 2021. All public comments received during this public hearing and the public comment period will be attached and incorporated into the Annual Action Plan with submittal to HUD occurring after approval by the City Council.
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CDBG/HOME Funding Sources
In 1997, the City of Victorville became an Entitlement City with HUD. This status allows the City to receive CDBG funds directly from HUD. Prior to Victorville’s status as an Entitlement City, CDBG funding was awarded to the City of Victorville through the County of San Bernardino and was subject to projects/programs that fulfilled a countywide need rather than those specific to the City.

The City of Victorville successfully formed a consortium in 2003 with the Town of Apple Valley in order to meet the threshold of obtaining HOME entitlement status with HUD.

The successful formation of the consortium results in an annual allocation of HOME funds to both communities, which can be used in concert with CDBG funding to address specific needs within the City of Victorville.

CDBG-CV Funding Sources
CDBG-CV funds were awarded to the City of Victorville by HUD as provided by the Federal CARES Act in order to prevent, prepare for, and respond to COVID-19. Of the three rounds of CDBG-CV funding provided by the CARES Act, two rounds (rounds one & three) have been allocated directly to local governments, while the second round was disbursed directly to States. Pursuant to Federal regulations, CDBG-CV funding must be used to address prevention, preparation, and response to COVID-19, while also benefiting eligible populations (e.g. homeless and low-income persons, CDBG target areas, etc.).

Discussion:
2022-2026 Consolidated Plan (ConPlan)
Approval of the 2022-2026 ConPlan will establish a five-year planning document that will guide the City of Victorville in establishing funding allocations in conjunction with the Annual Action Plan, which provides a concise summary of the actions, activities and the specific federal and non-federal resources that will be used each year to address the priority needs and specific goals identified by the ConPlan.

As a result of the citizen and stakeholder participation process outlined in the “Background” section of this item as well as the analysis provided in the 2022-2026 ConPlan such as the Housing Needs Assessment, Housing Market Analysis, and the Analysis of Impediment to Fair Housing Choice, the following were identified as high priority needs:
Supportive Services for the homeless and those at risk of homelessness Human Services
Housing Programs
Accessibility and Mobility
Economic Development
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Additionally, the draft ConPlan establishes the following goals in order to address the noted high priority needs.
Provide suitable living environments for residents
Decent and affordable housing for consortia residents
Expand access to essential services and amenities
Administration (HUD Required Goal)
Through the implementation of the Annual Action Plan during the five-year lifespan of the proposed ConPlan, the City is required to fund programs and projects that will address the noted high priority needs that also result in deliverable and quantifiable outcomes that can be tracked and reported to HUD to ensure CDBG and HOME funding is spent in accordance with federal standards. Examples of deliverable outcomes include the amount of people or households assisted by public service dollars, the number of homes rehabilitated, or the amount of CDBG and HOME funds allocated to specific goals. 2021-2022 Annual Action Plan
Approval of the 2022-2023 Annual Action Plan will establish a one-year expenditure plan for the use of HUD funds and enable the implementation of the priority housing and community development needs identified in the 2022-2026 ConPlan. Included in the Annual Action Plan are the programs and projects proposed for fiscal year 2022-2023 funding, which have been reviewed and recommended for approval by the CPD Grant Subcommittee As proposed, projects recommended for CDBG funding were funded a minimum of $10,000 or at least 78% of their grant request, while those entities not recommended for CDBG funding were either recommended for alternative funding allocation (e.g. American Rescue Plan Act funds) or were determined to be ineligible or inconsistent with funding priorities.

HUD annual allocations to the City of Victorville for fiscal year 2022-2023 include $1,447,740 in CDBG funds and $538,967 in HOME funds. These allocations are approximate at this time pending the release of the Federal budget; however, in previous years allocations have historically increased by approximately 3.5% in CDBG funds and approximately 2.9% in HOME funds. These two HUD programs will provide almost $2 million to the City of Victorville and can be used for services that assist low- to moderate- income persons. Also included in available funding is $269,659.43 in reallocated funds from fiscal years 2019-2020 through 2021-2022, which are available due to remaining balances on completed projects, projects that were cancelled by the subrecipient, as well as funding being redirected from projects that were in jeopardy of not meeting 3-year expenditure timelines established by HUD. Specifically, the subject Annual Action Plan (and the Town of Apple Valley’s 2022-2023 Annual Action Plan with regard to HOME funds) includes proposed funding to the following projects:
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Organization / Project Name Allocation
CDBG Public Service Projects
Assistance League of Victor Valley $23,639
Child Advocates of San Bernardino County $10,000
Family Assistance Program $11,820
Grater Hope Foundation for Children $19,699
High Desert Homeless Services $31,515
Inland Fair Housing and Mediation Board $28,000
Millionaire Mind Kids $10,000
Moses House Ministries $20,369
Partners Against Violence $15,760
Rock'n Our Disabilities Foundation (Food & Disaster Relief) $10,895 Rock'n Our Disabilities Foundation (Recreational/Educational/Arts) $11,825 Victor Valley Domestic Violence $23,639
CDBG Construction / Other Projects
High Desert Homeless Services $300,000
Route 66 Victor Valley Revitalization $150,000
Victor Valley Community Services Council $34,000
Code Enforcement Department - Abatement $104,000
Code Enforcement Department – Code Enforcement $250,000 Code Enforcement Department – Demolition $172,690.43
Planning Department - Residential Rehabilitation Program $200,000 Public Works – Graffiti Abatement
Funding up to requested amount to be provided based upon excess funding allocated in conjunction with final Federal budget $0 - 12,500 Max.

CDBG Administration
Administration $289,548
HOME Housing Projects
Senior Home Repair Program $131,561
Hughes Training and Development $272,665
Community Housing Development Organization (CHDO) Project Project TBD but 15% minimum allocation required by HUD
$80,845
Administration $53,896
The total amounts of the subject CDBG and HOME categories are provided in the following tables, which includes the minimum/maximum requirements implemented by HUD. Staff finds that the proposed funding recommendations comply with the applicable HUD standards and requirements. Additionally, the HOME administration allocations are in accordance with a consortium agreement in place with the Town of Apple Valley who acts as the lead agency on HOME matters.
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CDBG Allocations
Project Type Proposed Funding Comments
Public Service Projects $217,161 Maximum allowed by HUD-15% Construction/Other Projects $1,210,690.43 * Minimum allowed by HUD-20% Administration $289,548 Maximum allowed by HUD-20%
TOTAL (2022-2023) $1,717,399.43
*Includes $269,659.43 in reallocated FY 17-18 through FY 19-20 CDBG funds HOME Allocations
Project Type Proposed
Funding Comments
Housing Projects $404,226 Maximum allowed by HUD-N/A
CHDO Projects $80,845 Minimum allowed by HUD-15%
Administration –
Victorville’s portion $26,948.00
Administration – Apple
Valley’s portion of
Victorville’s share
$26,948.00
Maximum allowed by HUD-10%
TOTAL (2021-2022) $538,967.00
Further discussion on the funding categories noted above is located in the attached “Entitlement City Tasks & Funding Requirements” document (Attachment D), which includes specific information on the funding considerations and methodology used to compose the 2022-2023 Annual Action Plan in accordance with HUD guidelines and standards.

CDBG-CV – Community Outreach Program
On April 20, 2021, the City Council approved a second amendment to the 2019-2020 Annual Action Plan in order to update existing CDBG-CV funding allocations to account for the entire Federal allocation totaling $1,527,782 ($810,528 1st allocation & $717,254 2nd allocation) in CDBG-CV funding and to establish an updated expenditure plan for the subject CDBG-CV funds. Specifically, the City Council approved the “Community Outreach Program” category in order to provide direct, front-line service programs to respond to community need arising from COVID-19, with eligible services being those that provide a new or a quantifiable increase in the level of service precipitated by COVID-

19. Of the funds originally allocated to the “Community Outreach Program” category, approximately $90,000 remains available.

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for CDBG-CV – Community Outreach Program funding. Based upon the Symba Center’s eligibility for the noted CDBG-CV funding, in an effort to make additional funding available to CDBG applicants, and in order to fund programs in accordance with CDBG-CV timeliness guidelines, the CPD Grant Subcommittee formally supported the use CDBG- CV – Community Outreach funds as noted in the “Recommendation” section of this item.

Attachments:

A. Resolution No. 22-034 (2022-2026 Consolidated Plan, FY 2022-2023 Annual Action Plan, & 2022 Analysis of Impediments to Fair Housing Choice) B. 2022-2023 Anticipated CDBG & HOME Funding
C. 2022-2023 Community Planning and Development Grant Subcommittee Recommendations
D. Entitlement City Tasks & Funding Requirements
E. CDBG Target Area Maps

ATTACHMENT A
Resolution No. 22-034
RESOLUTION NO. 22-034
A

RESOLUTION OF THE COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF VICTORVILLE ADOPTING THE 2022 – 2026 CONSOLIDATED PLAN, THE FISCAL YEAR 202 2 - 2023 ANNUAL ACTION PLAN, AND THE 2022 ANALYSIS OF IMPEDIMENT TO FAIR HOUSING ; APPROVING SUBMISSION TO THE U.S. DEPARTMENT OF HOUSING AND URBAN

DEVELOPMENT (HUD) FOR APPLICATION OF COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT

BLOCK GRANT (CDBG) AND HOME INVESTMENT PARTNERSHIP (HOME) PROGRAM FUNDS; AND HEREBY AUTHORIZING THE CITY MANAGER TO SIGN

ALL IMPLEMENTING DOCUMENTS REQUIRED BY HUD
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HEREAS, the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD) required all jurisdictions that receive federal entitlement funds to prepare a five year Consolidated Plan and Annual Action Plans; and
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HEREAS, the City of Victorville’s five year Consolidated Plan is a comprehensive, long term planning document that focuses limited resources on community needs and priorities, and ensures that the City’s Federally funded programs function in a coordinated manner; and
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HEREAS, the City of Victorville’s Analysis of Impediment to Fair Housing is required by HUD and assists the City in identifying fair housing issues, contributing factors, and goals in order to affirmatively further fair housing; and W
HEREAS, an Annual Action Plan is developed by the City each year utilizing available resources to address community goals and needs identified in the Consolidated Plan; and
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HEREAS, the City of Victorville has prepared a Consolidated Plan in accordance with Federal regulations for program years 2022 – 2026 beginning July 1, 2022 through June 30, 2027; and
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HEREAS, the City of Victorville has prepared an Analysis of Impediment to Fair Housing with Federal regulations for program years 2022 – 2026 beginning July 1, 2022 through June 30, 2027; and
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HEREAS, the City of Victorville has prepared an Annual Action Plan in conjunction with the 2022-2026 Consolidated Plan in accordance with Federal regulations for the 2022 – 2023 fiscal year beginning July 1, 2022 through June 30, 2023; and W
HEREAS, the City of Victorville is an entitlement City qualified, under the provisions of the Federal Housing and Community Development Act of 1974 (as amended), for Federal assistance in the amount of approximately $1,447,740.00 in Community Development Block Grant Program and approximately $538,967.00 in HOME Investment Partnership Program funds; and
WHEREAS, the purpose of the federally funded CDBG program is to provide decent housing, create a suitable living environment, and expand economic opportunities for all citizens in Victorville, especially those persons who are of low and very low incomes; and WHEREAS, the purpose of the federally funded HOME program is to provide decent affordable housing to lower income households, expand the capacity of non-profit housing providers, and strengthen the ability of State and local governments to provide housing and leverage private sector participation; and
WHEREAS, the City of Victorville, following public review and comment process specified in the Federal Regulations and in accordance with the City’s Citizen Participation Plan, has prepared the required 2022-2026 Consolidated Plan that includes the 2022-2023 A
nnual Action Plan as well as the 2022 Analysis of Impediment to Fair Housing, which is attached to this Resolutions as Exhibit A and Exhibit B; and WHEREAS, the City Council finds that all materials that constitute the record of proceeding upon which its decision is based shall be located with the City of Victorville Clerk, located at 14343 Civic Drive, Victorville, California; and WHEREAS, the submission of the 2022-2026 Consolidated Plan, 2022-2023 Annual Action Plan, and 2022 Analysis of Impediment to Fair Housing will allow the City of Victorville to receive the financial assistance provided for under the Federal CDBG and HOME pr
ograms; and
WHEREAS, after hearing all testimony presented, the City Council votes to approve the 2022-2026 Consolidated Plan, 2022-2023 Annual Action Plan, and 2022 Analysis of Impediment to Fair Housing which is attached to this Resolution as Exhibit A and Exhibit B.

NOW, THEREFORE, THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF VICTORVILLE DOES HEREBY RESOLVE AS FOLLOWS:

SECTION 1. The proposed 2022-2026 Consolidated Plan, 2022-2023 Annual Action Plan, and 2022 Analysis of Impediment to Fair Housing attached hereto is approved for submission to HUD.

SECTION 2. The City’s allocation of 2022-2 023 Home Investment Partnership Program (HOME) funds of $272,665 to Hughes Training and Development, $131,561 to the Senior Home Repair Pr ogram, $80,845 to Community Housing Development Organiz ations (CHDO), and $53,896 to program administration is hereto approved for submission to HUD by the Town of Apple Valley as Lead Agency of the Town of Apple Valley / City of Victorville Consortium.

SECTION 3. The City Manager, or his or her designee, is hereby authorized by the City Council to make any non-substantial revisions to the subject documents as required by HUD, as well as complete any necessary documentation, including all certifications, funding agreements, and grant application forms contained therein needed to complete submittal of the approved 2022-2026 Consolidated Plan, 2022-2023 Annual Action Plan, and 2022 Analysis of Impediment to Fair Housing to HUD.

SECTION 4. The City of Victorville’s annual budget for Fiscal Year 2022- 2023 shall reflect additional revenue and expenditures in the amount of approximately $1,447,740.00 (CDBG - City Org. 2813025) in Fiscal Year 2022- 2023 Federal CDBG allocations, approximately $538,967 (HOME – City Org. 2823027) in Fiscal Year 2022-2023 Federal HOME allocations, and $269,659.43 (CDBG – City Org. 2813025) in reallocated CDB G funding from Fiscal Years 2019-2020, 2020-2 021, & 2021-2022.

SECTION 5. This Resolution s hall take effect immediately upon its adoption.

Exhibit A
2022-2026 Consolidated Plan &
2022-2023 Annual Action Plan

Draft Consolidated Plan
2022-2026
Draft Annual Action Plan
FY 2022– 2026

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VICTORVILLE CITY COUNCIL
Debra Jones
Mayor

Leslie Irving
Mayor Pro Tem

Elizabeth Becerra
Council Member

Blanca Gomez
Council Member

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Table of Contents
Executive Summary .........................................................2 ES-05 Executive Summary .......................................................................................................................... 2 The Process ........................................................................ 9 PR-05 Lead & responsible agencies ......................................................................................................9 Needs Assessment ........................................................ 43 NA-05 Overview .............................................................................................................................................. 43 NA-10 Housing Needs Assessment ..................................................................................................... 45 NA-50 Non-Housing Community Development Needs ....................................................... 54 Housing Market Analysis ............................................ 62 MA-05 Overview .............................................................................................................................................. 62 MA-10 Number of Housing Units ......................................................................................................... 67 MA-15 Housing Market Analysis: Cost of Housing ..................................................................... 72 MA-45 Non-Housing Community Development Assets ....................................................... 76 MA-60 Broadband Needs of Housing occupied by Low- and Moderate-Income Households ........................................................................................................................................................ 85 MA-65 Hazard Mitigation, Victorville ................................................................................................. 87 Strategic Plan .................................................................. 89 SP-05 Overview ............................................................................................................................................... 89 SP-10 Geographic Priorities ...................................................................................................................... 91 SP-25 Priority Needs ..................................................................................................................................... 92 SP-35 Anticipated Resources ................................................................................................................. 98 SP-40 Institutional Delivery Structure ............................................................................................. 101 DRAFT Consolidated Plan VICTORVILLE ii

SP-45 Goals Summary .............................................................................................................................. 105 SP-65 Lead based paint Hazards ....................................................................................................... 107 SP-70 Anti-Poverty Strategy ................................................................................................................. 109 SP-80 Monitoring ........................................................................................................................................... 111 2022-2023 Action Plan .................................................113 AP-15 Expected Resources ...................................................................................................................... 113 AP-20 Annual Goals and Objectives ................................................................................................. 115 AP-35 Projects ................................................................................................................................................. 117 AP-38 Project Summary ........................................................................................................................... 119 AP-50 Geographic Distribution ........................................................................................................... 129 AP-85 Other Actions................................................................................................................................... 130 AP-90 Program Specific Requirements .........................................................................................133

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Executive Summary
ES-05 EXECUTIVE SUMMARY
Introduction
The City of Victorville is a growing and vibrant community conveniently located between Los Angeles and Las Vegas. Incorporated in 1962, the City has grown from 8,110 residents in an area of 9.7 acres to over 128,000 residents in 74.16 acres. The City has long been part of essential transportation corridors, including Route 66 and Interstate 15. Pride of place is evident in the clean air, mountain vistas and big skies, and pride of people is evident in the strong entrepreneurial spirit, and commitment to neighbors through volunteerism. Victorville has evolved and experienced significant growth in population and economic activity in the last 60 years.

The City of Victorville prepared the 2022-2026 Consolidated Plan, with select analyses required to receive federal Community Development Block Grant (CDBG) funds. The Consolidated Plan provides the U nited States Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD) with a comprehensive assessment of the City’s housing and community development needs and outlines the City’s priorities, objectives, and strategies for the investment of CDBG and HOME Investment Partnership (HOME) Consortium funds to address these needs over the next five years, beginning July 1, 2022, and ending June 30, 2027.

The City of Victorville and the Town of Apple have formed the Apple Valley-Victorville Consortium. Thi s strategy enables the City and Town to access HOME Investment Partnership (HOME) funds and make more affordable housing resources available to residents. Apple Valley serves as the lead agency for coordinating the Co nsortium’s Consolidated Planning process and submission. Each jurisdiction is responsible for administering its own CDBG program, while the Town of Apple Valley administers the HOME program for both jurisdictions. HOME objectives and goals are determined by both jurisdictions through an extensive analysis of housing needs for low er income residents, as specified by the program regulations. Each jurisdiction is also responsible for preparing its own Annual Action Plan and Consolidated Annual Perf ormance Evaluation Report (CAPER).

The City and Consortium receive CDBG and HOME funds from HUD on a formula basis each year, and in turn, awards grants and loans to nonprofit, for -profit, public organizations, and residents for programs and projects in fu rtherance of this Plan.

These programs provide for a wide range of eligible activities to address the needs of Victorville residents.

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Community Development Block Grant (CDBG)
The Housing and Community Development Act of 1974 created the CDBG Program with three primary objectives against which HUD evaluates the Consolidated Plan and the City’s performance. Those primary objectives are decent housing, suitable living environments, and expanded economic opportunities for low - and moderate- income persons. The CDBG regulations require each activity meet one of the following national objectives:
• Benefit low- and moderate-income persons; or
• Aid in the prevention or elimination of slums and blight; or • Meet other community development needs having a particular urge ncy (usually the result of a natural disaster).

HOME Investment Partnerships (HOME)
The Cranston-Gonzalez National Affordable Housing Act of 1990 created the HOME program to expand the supply of affordable housing for low - and moderate-income households. Often used in partnership with local nonprofit housing development organizations, the HOME program can support a wide range of affordable housing activities, including building, buying, and/or rehabilitating rental and housing ownership to low- and moderate-income people. Additionally, HOME funds are used to fund the City’s Senior Home Repair Program.

For the 2022 -2023 Program Year, it is es timated the City will receive $ 1,447,740 of CDBG funds and it is estimated the Consortium will receive $783,168 in HOME funds.

When combined with available prior year resources, the 202 2-2023 Action Plan allocates $1,683,386 of CDBG funds, and $538,967 of HOME funds to program activities listed below that will be implemented from July 1, 2022, to June 30, 2023.

2022-2023 CDBG Public Service Activities
Assistance League of Victor Valley: Operation School Bell $23,639 Child Advocates of San Bernardino County $10,000
Family Assistance Program $11,820
Greater Hope Foundation for Children $19,699
High Desert Homeless Services $31,515
Inland Fair Housing and Mediation Board $28,000
Millionaire Mind Kids $10,000
Moses House Ministries $20,369
Partners Against Violence $15,760
Rock'n Our Disabilities Foundation $22,720
Victor Valley Domestic Violence $23,639

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2022-2023 CDBG & HOME Capital Activities
High Desert Homeless Services $300,000
Route 66 Victor Valley Revitalization $150,000
Victor Valley Community Services Council $34,000
City of Victorville – Blight Abatement $104,000
City of Victorville – Code Enforcement $250,000
City of Victorville – Demolition $175,145.72
City of Victorville – Planning: Residential Rehabilitation Program $200,000 City of Victorville – Public Works – Graffiti Abatement *$0.00 City of Victorville – Planning – Senior Home Repair Program (HOME) $131,561 Hughes Training and Development (HOME) $272,665
* Program will be funded up to requested $12,500 in surplus allocation of funds 2022-2023 Program Administration Activities
CDBG Program Administration $289,548
HOME Program Administration $26,948
Summary of the objectives and outcomes identified in the Plan needs assessment Overview
The priority needs and goals identified in the Plan are based on analysis of information including the results of the City’s Resident and Stakeholder Surveys and the housing and community development data elements required by HUD in the online Consolidated Plan system (eCon Planning Suite). Data supplied by HUD includes the 2013-2017 American Community Survey (ACS) 5 -Year Estimates and the Comprehensive Housing Affordability Strategy (CHAS) covering the same period .

Other sources of information used to identify needs and establish priorities were obtained through consultation with local nonprofit agencies and cited publicly available data.

In consideration of community input and available data, the five priority needs listed below are established as part of this Plan:
• Supportive services for the homeless and those at risk of homelessness • Human services
• Housing programs
• Accessibility and mobility
• Economic Development
Consistent with HUD’s national goals for the CDBG and HOME programs to provide decent housing opportunities, maintain a suitable living environment and expand economic opportunities for low - and moderate-income residents, the priority needs listed above will be addressed over the next five years through the implementation of DRAFT Consolidated Plan VICTORVILLE 5

activities aligned with the following measurable goals included in the Strategic Plan section of this Plan:

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Goal Name Category Need(s) Addressed Goal Outcome
Indicator

1. Provide suitable
living
environments for
residents
- Affordable
Housing
Homeless
- Non-Homeless
Special Needs
- Non-Housing
Community
Development
- Supportive services
for the homeless and
those at risk of
homelessness
- Human services
Public service
activities for low/
moderate income
housing benefit:
17,490 people, 2,500
households, 135
structures

2. Decent and
affordable
housing for
consortia
residents
Affordable
Housing
Housing programs Homeowner
housing
rehabilitation: 300
household housing
units

3. Expand access to
essential services
and amenities
Non-housing
community
development
Accessibility and
mobility
Economic
Development

Public Facility of
Infrastructure other
than Low /
Moderate-Income
Housing Benefit:
500 people
Businesses – 10
business
Table 1 - Strategic Plan Summary
Evaluation of past performance
The investment of HUD resources during the 201 7-2021 Program Years resulted in measurable accomplishments that contributed to positive outcomes for Victorville residents. Together with other federal, state and local investments, HUD resources allowed the City of Victorville and its partners to:
• Preserve and improve the existing housing stock.
• Provide fair housing services.
• Provide quality supportive services to elderly residents and those with disabilities.
• Provide support services such as battered and abused spousal programs and referral and case management services to people with special needs. • Contribute to the well -being of individuals, families, and neighborhoods by providing a wide array of public services to Victorville residents; and • Support a continuum of services in support of City and County efforts to end homelessness.

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There were some delays to construction projects toward the end of the five-year cycle due to the coronavirus pandemic (COVID-19). To limit spread of COVID-19 and protect City staff and residents from the virus in person interactions were suspended limiting the City’s ability to conduct job walks or enter construction contracts. Construction projects resumed in 2021-2022.

Summary of citizen participation process and consultation process The Consolidated Plan regulations at 24 CFR Part 91 provide the citizen participation and consultation requirements for the development of the Consolidated Plan. Chief among those requirements is the need to consult with the Continuum of Care (CoC) to address homelessness , Public Housing Authorities (PHA), business leaders, civic leaders and public or private agencies that address housing, health, social service, victim services, employment, or education needs of low -income individuals and families, homeless individuals an d families, youth and/or other persons with special needs. Information supplied by these community stakeholders, together with the data supplied by HUD resulted in a well -informed planning document that reflects the housing, community and economic development needs and priorities for the City of Victorville over the next five years.

From October 2021 through April 2022, the City’s Planning Department held a community meeting, two public hearings, a public meeting, focus groups and surveys to afford citizens and local and regional organizations representing low - and moderate-income residents the maximum feasible opportunity to provide input on the housing and community development needs of the City. The resident and stakeholder surveys solicited input from re sidents and employees working in Victorville. The questionnaire polled respondents about the level of need in thei r experience for various types of improvements that could potentially be addressed with CDBG and HOME resources. The focus groups were organized by interest group:
food banks and homeless services; youth and education services; public servicers; veterans, elderly and disables services; and faith-based organizations. The community meetings and were publicly noticed.

Summary of public comments
A community meeting and two public hearing were held to receive comments on the housing and community development needs. The community meeting was held on November 17, 2021, at 10 am and 6 pm. The public hearings were held on February 15, 2022, and April 19, 2022 at 6 pm Participants were encouraged to join remotely via the video conferencing application Zoom.

A public meeting to discuss applications received in response to the City’s Notice of Funding Availability (NOFA) for 2022-2023 CDBG funds was held before the Victorville Community Development and Planning Grants Subcommittee on March 3, 2022.

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The City of Victorville received two written comments and 12 participants spoke at the February 15 public hearing. All comments were accepted and entered into the record.

A summary of these comments may be found in Appendix B.

Summary of comments or views not accepted and the reasons for not accepting them
All comments and views received by the City in the development of the Consolidated Plan were accepted and taken into consideration in the development of the Consolidated Plan.

Summary
Examination of 201 3-2017 American Community Survey (ACS) 5 -Year Estimates and the 2013-2017 Comprehensive Housing Affordability Strategy (CHAS) data, in addition to local data, as well as consultation with citizens and stakeholders revealed five high priority needs to be addressed through the investment of an anticipated $ 7.1 million of CDBG and $3.9 million HOME Consortium funds over the five -year period of the Consolidated Plan. The investment of CDBG and HOME funds in eligible activities shall be guided principally by the three goals of the Strategic Plan. Activities submitted for consideration in response to any solicitation or Notice of Funding Availability (NOFA) process must conform with one of the four Strategic Plan strategies and the associated action-oriented, measurable goals to receive consideration for CDBG or HOME Consortium funding.

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The Process
PR-05 LEAD & RESPONSIBLE AGENCIES

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 VICTORVILLE Planning Development
HOME Administration –
Lead Agency
Apple Valley Housing & Community
Development
HOME Administration –
Participating Jurisdiction
Victorville Planning Department
Table 2– Responsible Agencies
Narrative
The 2022-2026 Consolidate Plan for the Apple Valley -Victorville Consortium and the City of Victorville was prepared by MDG Associates, Inc. under contract to the respective jurisdictions. The Town of Apple Valley serves as the lead agency for coordinating the Consolidated Planning and submission process and administers the HOME program for both jurisdictions. The City of Victorville is a participating jurisdiction in the Consortium. The City’s Planning Department is the lead agency responsible for administering its CDBG program and shall be responsible for all grants planning, management, and monitoring duties necessary to comply with HUD regulations and City policy throughout the implementation of the Consolidated Plan and each of the five Annual Action Plans and Consolidated Annual Performance and Evaluation Reports (CAPER).

In the development of this Consolidated Plan, the City implemented a comprehensive citizen participation and consultation process and conducted a needs assessment and market analysis to ide ntify levels of relative need regarding affordable housing, homelessness, special needs, and community development. This information was gathered through consultation with public officials and local agencies, public outreach and community meetings, review of demographic and economic data, and housing market analysis.

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Consolidated Plan Public Contact Information
Alejandro Jauregui, Senior Planner
City of Victorville
Planning Department
14343 Civic Drive, Victorville, CA 92392
(760) 955-5132

Orlando Acevedo, Director
Town of Apple Valley
Business Development and Communications
14955 Dale Evans Parkway, Apple Valley, CA 92307
(760) 240-7915

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PR-10 Consultation - 91.100, 91.110, 91.200(b), 91.300(b), 91.215(l) and 91.315(l)

1. Introduction
In the preparation of the Consolidated Plan, the City consulted with public and private departments and agencies and social service and non- profit organizati ons to understand the community’s needs and available resources. The City met with several department representatives to provide information about the Consolidated Plan and its processes. Department staff provided input on how CDBG resources could be used and leveraged to provide services. Focus group participants highlighted the priority needs in general terms and specific to the population.

Other jurisdictions within the region were contacted and consulted, including the Town of Apple Valley. As the HOME Consortium lead agency, the Town of Apple Valley held joint community meetings as well as strategy sessions to determine priority use of HOME funding over the next 5 years. During the joint consultation process, the Consortium provided detailed informat ion about the Con solidate Plan and HOME program, the Consortiums distribution of funds and current projects using HOME funds.

The City of Victorville recognizes Victorville residents are the center of and partners in the development of the Consolidated Plan. The Citizen Participation Plan establishes a means by which citizens, public agencies and other interested parties can actively participate in the development of the Consolidated Plan, Annual Action Plan and the Consolidated Annual Performance and Evaluation Report.

Opportunities to participate in the planning process were provided throughout.

Special effort was made to engage low-income persons. City efforts to make opportunities for engagement known include:
• Public notices printed in the local newspaper in English and Spanish. • Public notices posted on the City’s website in English and Spanish. • Public notices posted at community facilities including library in English and Spanish.
• Web-based surveys links were shared widely through the City’s social media accounts and blast and direct email and hard copies were available at the City Planning Department.
• Stakeholder meetings were targeted to specific groups; especially those of people with disabilities, disadvantaged youths, homeless people.

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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 recognizes the importance of careful coor dination and alignment among various service providers to maximize the effectiveness of the CDBG program. As a result, during the development of this Consolidated Plan, the City consulted with organizations that provide assisted housing, health services and other community - focused programs. Outreach efforts included surveys, invitations to community meetings, and follow-up in-person interviews where appropriate.

The City further recognizes the importance of continued coordination and alignment during the upcoming five -year planning period with these organizations and agencies. The City will reinforce these partnerships through the implementation of the NOFA process for CDBG funds each year and through technical assistance provided to subrecipients.

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 To help prevent homelessness and protect at- risk populations the City supports and participates in the San Bernardino County Continuum of Care System and the San Bernardino County Homeless Partnership. The City plans to fund CoC member, High Desert Homeless Ser vices, over the 5 -year planning period to assist in 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.

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
The City is not a direct recipient of ESG funding. However, it is a participating jurisdiction in the CoC and works closely with the homeless provider system to create funding policies and procedures for ESG.

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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 1 Agency/Group/Organization Rock’n Our Disabilities
Agency/Group/Organization
Type
Services - Disabilities
What section of the Plan was
addressed by Consultation?
Non-Homeless Special Needs
How was the
Agency/Group/Organization
consulted and what are the
anticipated outcomes of the
consultation or areas for
improved coordination?
To obtain a comprehensive assessment of the needs
and priorities within the community, the
Consolidated Plan process included consultation
with Consortium residents, service providers and
selected department s from each member
jurisdiction. Engagement was conducted through
surveys, community meetings and focus group
interviews.
2 Agency/Group/Organization Orenda Foundation's Veterans Project Agency/Group/Organization
Type
Services - Homeless Veterans
What section of the Plan was
addressed by Consultation?
Homelessness Needs - Veterans
Economic Development
How was the
Agency/Group/Organization
consulted and what are the
anticipated outcomes of the
consultation or areas for
improved coordination?
To obtain a comprehensive assessment of the needs
and priorities within the community, the
Consolidated Plan process included consultation
with Consortium residents, service providers and
selected departments from each member
jurisdiction. Fo cus groups were conducted with
nearly 30 organizations representing special needs
populations, affordable housing and economic
development. Key one- one-one interviews were
also conducted A complete list of organizations is
provided as an attachment.
3 Agency/Group/Organization Victor Valley Family Resource Center Agency/Group/Organization
Type
Assisted Housing
What section of the Plan was
addressed by Consultation?
Housing Need Assessment
Non-Homeless Special Needs
Market Analysis
Anti-poverty Strategy
How was the
Agency/Group/Organization
To obtain a comprehensive assessment of the needs
and priorities within the community, the

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consulted and what are the
anticipated outcomes of the
consultation or areas for
improved coordination?
Consolidated Plan process included consultation
with Consortium residents, service providers and
selected departments from each member
jurisdiction. Engagement was con ducted through
surveys, community meetings and focus group
interviews.
4 Agency/Group/Organization City of Victorville
Agency/Group/Organization
Type
Services-Homeless
What section of the Plan was
addressed by Consultation?
Housing Need Assessment
Homelessness Strategy
Homeless Needs - Chronically homeless
Homeless Needs - Families with children
Homelessness Needs - Veterans
Homelessness Needs - Unaccompanied youth
Anti-poverty Strategy
How was the
Agency/Group/Organization
consulted an
d what are the
anticipated outcomes of the
consultation or areas for
improved coordination?
To obtain a comprehensive assessment of the needs
and priorities within the community, the
Consolidated Plan process included consultation
with Consortium residents , service providers and
selected departments from each member
jurisdiction. Focus groups were conducted with
nearly 30 organizations representing special needs
populations, affordable housing,
and economic
development. Key one- one-one interviews were
also conducted A complete list of organizations is
provided as an attachment.
5 Agency/Group/Organization High Desert Second Chance Food Bank Agency/Group/Organization
Type
Services-Homeless
What section of the Plan was
addressed by Consultation?
Housing Need Assessment
Homelessness Strategy
Homeless Needs - Chronically homeless
Homeless Needs - Families with children
Homelessness Needs - Veterans
Homelessness Needs - Unaccompanied youth

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How was th e
Agency/Group/Organization
consulted and what are the
anticipated outcomes of the
consultation or areas for
improved coordination?
To obtain a comprehensive assessment of the
needs and priorities within the community, the
Consolidated Plan process include d
consultation with Consortium residents, service
providers and selected departments from each
member jurisdiction. Engagement was
conducted through surveys, community
meetings and focus group interviews.
8 Agency/Group/Organization Inland SoCal 211+ (United Way) Agency/Group/Organization
Type
Services-Homeless
What section of the Plan
was addressed by
Consultation?
Housing Need Assessment
Homelessness Strategy
Homeless Needs - Chronically homeless
Homeless Needs - Families with children
Homelessness Needs - Veterans
Homelessness Needs - Unaccompanied youth
Non-Homeless Special Needs
Anti-poverty Strategy
How was the
Agency/Group/Organization
consulted and what are the
anticipated outcomes of the
consultation or areas for
improved coordination?
To obtain a comprehensive assessment of the
needs and priorities within the community, the
Consolidated Plan process included
consultation with Consortium residents, service
providers and selected departments from each
member jurisdiction. Focus groups were
conducted with nearly 30 organizations
representing special needs populations,
affordable housing, and economic
development. Key one- one-one interviews
were also conducted A complete list of
organizations is provided as an attachment.
10 Agency/Group/Organization Apple Valley PAL
Agency/Group/Organization
Type
Services-Children
What section of the Plan
was addressed by
Consultation?
Housing Need Assessment
Homeless Needs - Families with children
Homelessness Needs - Unaccompanied youth
Anti-poverty Strategy
How was the
Agency/Group/Organization
To obtain a comprehensive assessment of the
needs and priorities within the community, the

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consulted and what are the
anticipated outcomes of the
consultation or areas for
improved coordination?
Consolidated Plan process included
consultation with Consortium residents, service
providers and selected departments from each
member jurisdiction. Focus groups were
conducted with nearly 30 organizations
representing special needs populations,
affordable housing, and economic
development. Key one- one-one interviews
were also conducted A complete list of
organizations is provided as an attachment.
11 Agency/Group/Organization Catholic Charities - San Bernardino Agency/Group/Organization
Type
Services-Housing
What section of the Plan
was addressed by
Consultation?
Housing Need Assessment
Homelessness Strategy
Homeless Needs - Chronically homeless
Homeless Needs - Families with children
Homelessness Needs - Veterans
Anti-poverty Strategy
How was the
Agency/Group/Organization
consulted and what are the
anticipated outcomes of the
consultation or areas for
improved coordination?
To obtain a comprehensive assessment of the
needs and priorities within the community, the
Consolidated Plan process included
consultation with Consortium residents, service
providers and selected departments from each
member jurisdiction. Engagement was
conducted through surveys, community
meetings and focus group interviews.
12 Agency/Group/Organization Legal Aid of San Bernardino Agency/Group/Organization
Type
Services-Fair Housing
What section of the Plan
was addressed by
Consultation?
Housing Need Assessment
Non-Homeless Special Needs
Market Analysis
Anti-poverty Strategy
How was the
Agency/Group/Organization
consulted and what are the
anticipated outcomes of the
consultation or areas for
improved coordination?
To obtain a comprehensive assessment of the
needs and priorities within the community, the
Consolidated Plan process included
consultation with Consortium residents, service
providers and selected departments from each
member jurisdiction. Focus groups were

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conducted with nearly 30 organizations
representing special needs populations,
affordable housing, and economic
development. Key one- one-one interviews
were also conducted A complete list of
organizations is provided as an attachment.
13 Agency/Group/Organization Western University
Agency/Group/Organization
Type
Mental Health Agency/Facility
What section of the Plan
was addressed by
Consultation?
Non-Homeless Special Needs
How was the
Agency/Group/Organization
consulted and what are the
anticipated outcomes of the
consultation or areas for
improved coordination?
To obtain a comprehensive assessment of the
needs and priorities within the community, the
Consolidated Plan process included
consultation with Consortium residents, service
providers and selected departments from each
member jurisdiction. Engagement was
conducted through surveys, community
meetings and focus group interviews.
14 Agency/Group/Organization No Drugs America
Agency/Group/Organization
Type
Services-Children
What section of the Plan
was addressed by
Consultation?
Homelessness Needs - Unaccompanied youth
Non-Homeless Special Needs
How was the
Agency/Group/Organization
consulted and what are the
anticipated outcomes of the
consultation or areas for
improved coordination?
To obtain a comprehensive assessment of the
needs and priorities within the community, the
Consolidated Plan process included
consultation with Consortium residents, service
providers and selected departments from each
member jurisdiction. Focus groups were
conducted with nearly 30 organizations
representing special needs populations,
affordable housing, and economic
development. Key one- one-one interviews
were also conducted A complete list of
organizations is provided as an attachment.

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15 Agency/Group/Organization Assistance League of Victor Valley Agency/Group/Organization
Type
Services-Children
What section of the Plan
was addressed by
Consultation?
Homeless Needs - Families with children
Homelessness Needs - Unaccompanied youth
Non-Homeless Special Needs
Anti-poverty Strategy
How was the
Agency/Group/Organization
consulted and what are the
anticipated outcomes of the
consultation or areas for
improved coordination?
To obtain a comprehensive assessment of the
needs and priorities within the community, the
Consolidated Plan process included
consultation with Consortium residents, service
providers and selected departments from each
member jurisdiction. Engagement was
conducted through surveys, community
meetings and focus group interviews.
17 Agency/Group/Organization Inland SoCal United Way
Agency/Group/Organization
Type
Services-Elderly
What section of the Plan
was addressed by
Consultation?
Housing Need Assessment
Public Housing Needs
Non-Homeless Special Needs
Anti-poverty Strategy
How was the
Agency/Group/Organization
consulted and what are the
anticipated outcomes of the
consultation or areas for
improved coordination?
To obtain a comprehensive asses sment of the
needs and priorities within the community, the
Consolidated Plan process included
consultation with Consortium residents, service
providers and selected departments from each
member jurisdiction. Engagement was
conducted through surveys, commu nity
meetings and focus group interviews.
18 Agency/Group/Organization A Greater Hope
Agency/Group/Organization
Type
Foster Care Agency/Facility
What section of the Plan
was addressed by
Consultation?
Housing Need Assessment
Homeless Needs - Families with children
Homelessness Needs - Unaccompanied youth
Non-Homeless Special Needs
How was the
Agency/Group/Organization
To obtain a comprehen sive assessment of the
needs and priorities within the community, the

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consulted and what are the
anticipated outcomes of the
consultation or areas for
improved coordination?
Consolidated Plan process included
consultation with Consortium residents, service
providers and selected departments from each
member jurisdiction. Focus groups were
conducted with near ly 30 organizations
representing special needs populations,
affordable housing, and economic
development. Key one- one-one interviews
were also conducted A complete list of
organizations is provided as an attachment.
19 Agency/Group/Organization Combat Veteran Motorcycle Association Agency/Group/Organization
Type
Services - Homeless Veterans
What section of the Plan
was addressed by
Consultation?
Housing Need Assessment
Homelessness Needs - Veterans
Anti-poverty Strategy
How was the
Agency/Group/Organization
consulted and what are the
anticipated outcomes of the
consultation or areas for
improved coordination?
To obtain a comprehensive assessment of the
needs and priorities within the community, the
Consolidated Plan process included
consultation with Consortium residents, service
providers and selected departments from each
member jurisdiction. Engagement was
conducted through surveys, community
meetings and focus group interviews.
20 Agency/Group/Organization Inland SoCal United Way
Agency/Group/Organization
Type
Services-Children
What section of the Plan
was addressed by
Consultation?
Housing Need Assessment
Homeless Needs - Families with children
Homelessness Needs - Unaccompanied youth
Non-Homeless Special Needs
How was the
Agency/Group/Organization
consulted and what are the
anticipated outcomes of the
consultation or areas for
improved coordination?
To obtain a comprehensive assessment of the
needs and priorities within the community, the
Consolidated Plan proce ss included
consultation with Consortium residents, service
providers and selected departments from each
member jurisdiction. Focus groups were
conducted with nearly 30 organizations
representing special needs populations,
affordable housing, and economic

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development. Key one -one-one interviews
were also conducted A complete list of
organizations is provided as an attachment.
21 Agency/Group/Organization APPLE VALLEY
Agency/Group/Organization
Type
Other government - Local
What section of the Plan
was addressed by
Consultation?
Housing Need Assessment
Lead-based Paint Strategy
Public Housing Needs
Homelessness Strategy
Homeless Needs - Chronically homeless
Homeless Needs - Families with children
Homelessness Needs - Veterans
Homelessness Needs - Unaccompanied youth
Non-Homeless Special Needs
Economic Development
Market Analysis
Anti-poverty Strategy
How was the
Agency/Group/Organization
consulted and what are the
anticipated outcomes of the
consultation or areas for
improved coordination?
To obtain a comprehensive assessment of the
needs and priorities within the community, the
Consolidated Plan process included
consultation with Consortium residents, service
providers and selected departments from each
member jurisdiction. Engagement was
conducted through surveys, community
meetings and focus group interviews.
22 Agency/Group/Organization A Core Solution
Agency/Group/Organization
Type
Services-Housing
What section of the Plan
was addressed by
Consultation?
Housing Need Assessment
Market Analysis
Anti-poverty Strategy
How was the
Agency/Group/Organization
consulted and what are the
anticipated outcomes of the
consultation or areas for
improved coordination?
To obtain a comprehensive assessment of the
needs and priorities within the community, the
Consolidated Plan process included
consultation with Consortium residents, service
providers and selected departments from each
member jurisdiction. Focus groups were
conducted with nearly 30 organizations
representing special n eeds populations,

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affordable housing, and economic
development. Key one- one-one interviews
were also conducted A complete list of
organizations is provided as an attachment.
24 Agency/Group/Organization High Desert Community Foundation Agency/Group/Organization
Type
Business Leader, Financial backer
What section of the Plan
was addressed by
Consultation?
Non-Homeless Special Needs
Economic Development
Market Analysis
Anti-poverty Strategy
How was the
Agency/Group/Organization
consulted and what are the
anticipated outcomes of the
consultation or areas for
improved coordination?
To obtain a comprehensive assessment of the
needs and priorities within the community, the
Consolidated Plan process included
consultation with Consortium residents, service
providers and selected departments from each
member jurisdiction. Focus groups were
conducted with nearly 30 organizations
representing special needs populations,
affordable housing, and economic
development. Key one -one-one interviews
were also conducted A complete list of
organizations is provided as an attachment.
25 Agency/Group/Organization Set Free Church
Agency/Group/Organization
Type
Faith-based Organization
What section of the Plan
was addressed by
Consultation?
Homelessness Strategy
Homeless Needs - Chronically homeless
Homeless Needs - Families with children
Homelessness Needs - Veterans

Non-Homeless Special Needs
How was the
Agency/Group/Organization
consulted and what are the
anticipated outcomes of the
consultation or areas for
improved coordination?
To obtain a comprehensive assessment of the
needs and priorities within the community, the
Consolidated Plan process included
consultation with Consortium residents, service
providers and selected departments from each
member jurisdiction. Engagement was
conducted through surveys, community
meetings and focus group interviews.

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26 Agency/Group/Organization Lutheran Social Services of So Cal Agency/Group/Organization
Type
Services-Homeless
What section of the Plan
was addressed by
Consultation?
Housing Need Assessment
Homelessness Strategy
Homeless Needs - Chronically homeless
Homeless Needs - Families with children
Homelessness Needs - Veterans
Homelessness Needs - Unaccompanied youth
Anti-poverty Strategy
How was the
Agency/Group/Organization
consulted and what are the
anticipated outcomes of the
consultation or areas for
improved coordination?
To obtain a comprehensive assessment of the
needs and priorities within the community, the
Consolidated Plan process included
consultation with Consortium residents, service
providers and selected departments from each
member jurisdiction. Focus groups were
conducted with nearly 30 organizations
representing special needs populations,
affordable housing, and economic
development. Key one- one-one interviews
were also conducted A complete list of
organizations is provided as an attachment.
27 Agency/Group/Organization Inland Housing & Mediation Board Agency/Group/Organization
Type
Services-Fair Housing
What section of the Plan
was addressed by
Consultation?
Housing Need Assessment
Market Analysis
How was the
Agency/Group/Organization
consulted and what are the
anticipated outcomes of the
consultation or areas for
improved coordination?
To obtain a comprehensive assessment of the
needs and priorities within the community, the
Consolidated Plan process included
consultation with Consortium residents, service
providers and selected departments from each
member jurisdiction. Engagement was
conducted through surveys, community
meetings and focus group interviews.
28 Agency/Group/Organization Family Assistance Program
Agency/Group/Organization
Type
Services-Disabilities; Services-Homeless

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What section of the Plan
was addressed by
Consultation?
Housing Need Assessment
Homelessness Strategy
Homeless Needs - Chronically homeless
Homeless Needs - Families with children
Homelessness Needs - Veterans
Homelessness Needs - Unaccompanied youth
Non-Homeless Special Needs
Anti-poverty Strategy
How was the
Agency/Group/Organization
consulted and what are the
anticipated outcomes of the
consultation or areas for
improved coordination?
To obtain a comprehensive assessment of the
needs and priorities within the community, the
Consolidated Plan process included
consultation with Consortium residents, service
providers and selected departments from each
member jurisdiction. Focus groups were
conducted with nearly 30 organizations
representing special needs populations,
affordable housing, and economic
development. Key one- one-one interviews
were also conducted A complete list of
organizations is provided as an attachment.
29 Agency/Group/Organization Moses House Ministries
Agency/Group/Organization
Type
Services-Employment; Services-children under
5 What section of the Plan
was addressed by
Consultation?
Non-Homeless Special Needs
Economic Development
Anti-poverty Strategy
How was the
Agency/Group/Organization
consulted and what are the
anticipated outcomes of the
consultation or areas for
improved coordination?
To obtain a comprehensive assessment of the
needs and priorities within the community, the
Consolidated Plan process included
consultation with Consortium residents, service
providers and selected departments from each
member jurisdiction. Engagement was
conducted through surveys, community
meetings and focus group interviews.
30 Agency/Group/Organization Victor Valley Community Services Council Agency/Group/Organization
Type
Services-Elderly; Services-Disabilities
What section of the Plan
was addressed by
Consultation?
Housing Need Assessment
Non-Homeless Special Needs

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How was the
Agency/Group/Organization
consulted and what are the
anticipated outcomes of the
consultation or areas for
improved coordination?
To obtain a comprehensive assessment of the
needs and priorities within the community, the
Consolidated Plan process included
consultation with Consortium residents, service
providers and selected departments from each
member jurisdiction. Focus groups were
conducted with nearly 30 organizations
representing special needs populations,
affordable housing, and economic
development. Key one -one-one interviews
were also conducted A complete list of
organizations is provided as an attachment.
31 Agency/Group/Organization TOAV Park and Recreation
Agency/Group/Organization
Type
Services-Children
What section of the Plan
was addressed by
Consultation?
Housing Need Assessment
Homelessness Needs - Unaccompanied youth
Non-Homeless Special Needs
How was the
Agency/Group/Organization
consulted and what are the
anticipated outcomes of the
consultation or areas for
improved coordination?
To obtain a comprehensive assessment of the
needs and priorities within the community, the
Consolidated Plan process included
consultation with Consortium residents, service
providers and selected departments from each
member jurisdiction. Engagemen t was
conducted through surveys, community
meetings and focus group interviews.
32 Agency/Group/Organization St. John of God Health Care Services Agency/Group/Organization
Type
Services-Homeless
What section of the Plan
was addressed by
Consultation?
Housing Need Assessment
Homelessness Strategy
Homeless Needs - Chronically homeless
Homeless Needs - Families with children
Homelessness Needs - Veterans
Homelessness Needs - Unaccompanied youth
Anti-poverty Strategy
How was the
Agency/Group/Organization
consulted and what are the
anticipated outcomes of the
To obtain a comprehensive assessment of the
needs and priorities within the community, the
Consolidated Plan process included
consultation with Consortium residents, service

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consultation or areas for
improved coordination?
providers and selected departments from each
member jurisdiction. Focus groups were
conducted with nearly 30 organizations
representing special needs populations,
affordable housing, and economic
development. Key one- one-one interviews
were also conducted A complete list of
organizations is provided as an attachment.
33 Agency/Group/Organization Feed My Sheep
Agency/Group/Organization
Type
Services-Homeless; Other
What section of the Plan
was addressed by
Consultation?
Housing Need Assessment
Lead-based Paint Strategy
Homelessness Strategy
Homeless Needs - Chronically homeless
Homeless Needs - Families with children
Homelessness Needs - Veterans
Homelessness Needs - Unaccompanied youth
Non-Homeless Special Needs
Anti-poverty Strategy
How was the
Agency/Group/Organization
consulted and what are the
anticipated outcomes of the
consultation or areas for
improved coordination?
To obtain a comprehensive assessment of the
needs and priorities within the community, the
Consolidated Plan process included
consultation with Consortium residents, service
providers and selected departments from each
member jurisdiction. Engagement was
conducted through surveys, community
meetings and focus group interviews.
34 Agency/Group/Organization High Desert Homeless Services Agency/Group/Organization
Type
Hmls/Formerly Hmls Resident (ESG Grantees);
Services - Homeless Veterans
What section of the Plan
was addressed by
Consultation?
Housing Need Assessment
Homelessness Strategy
Homeless Needs - Chronically homeless
Homeless Needs - Families with children
Homelessness Needs - Veterans
How was the
Agency/Group/Organization
consulted and what are the
anticipated outcomes of the
In order to obtain a comprehensive assessment
of the needs and priorities within the
community, the Consolidated Plan process
included consultation with Consortium

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consultation or areas for
improved coordination?
residents, service providers and selected
departments from each member jur isdiction.

Focus groups were conducted with nearly 30
organizations representing special needs
populations, affordable housing, and economic
development. Key one- one-one interviews
were also conducted A complete list of
organizations is provided as an attachment.
36 Agency/Group/Organization Greater Hope Foundation for Children Agency/Group/Organization
Type
Child Welfare Agency
What section of the Plan
was addressed by
Consultation?
Housing Need Assessment
Homeless Needs - Families with children
Homelessness Needs - Unaccompanied youth
Non-Homeless Special Needs
How was the
Agency/Group/Organization
consulted and what are the
anticipated outcomes of the
consultation or areas for
improved coordination?
To obtain a comprehensive assessment of the
needs and priorities within the community, the
Consolidated Plan process included
consultation with Consortium residents, service
providers and selected departments from each
member jurisdiction. Focus groups were
conducted with nearly 30 organizations
representing special needs populations,
affordable housing, and economic
development. Key one- one-one interviews
were also conducted A complete list of
organizations is provided as an attachment.
37 Agency/Group/Organization Spectrum/ Charter Communications Agency/Group/Organization
Type
Broadband ISP
What section of the Plan
was addressed by
Consultation?
Economic Development
Market Analysis
How was the
Agency/Group/Organization
consulted and what are the
anticipated outcomes of the
consultation or areas for
improved coordination?
To obtain a comprehensive assessment of the
needs and priorities within the community, the
Consolidated Plan process included
consultation with Consortium residents, service
providers and selected departments from each
member jurisdiction. Engagement was

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conducted through surveys, community
meetings and focus group interviews.
38 Agency/Group/Organization San Bernardino County Homeless Partnership Agency/Group/Organization
Type
Continuum of Care; Regional Organization
What section of the Plan
was addressed by
Consultation?
Housing Need Assessment
Homelessness Strategy
Homeless Needs - Chronically homeless
Homeless Needs - Families with children
Homelessness Needs - Veterans
Homelessness Needs - Unaccompanied youth
Non-Homeless Special Needs
Anti-poverty Strategy
How was the
Agency/Group/Organization
consulted and what are the
anticipated outcomes of the
consultation or areas for
improved coordination?
To obtain a comprehensive assessment of the
needs and priorities within the community, the
Consolidated Plan process included
consultation with Consortium residents, service
providers and selected departments from each
member jurisdiction. Focus groups were
conducted with nearly 30 organizations
representing special needs populations,
affordable housing, and economic
development. Key one- one-one inte rviews
were also conducted A complete list of
organizations is provided as an attachment.
39 Agency/Group/Organization City of Victorville
Agency/Group/Organization
Type
Emergency Management Agency; Local
Government
What section of the Plan
was addressed by
Consultation?
Housing Need Assessment
Market Analysis
Anti-poverty Strategy
How was the
Agency/Group/Organization
consulted and what are the
anticipated outcomes of the
consultation or areas for
improved coordination?
To obtain a comprehensi ve assessment of the
needs and priorities within the community, the
Consolidated Plan process included
consultation with Consortium residents, service
providers and selected departments from each
member jurisdiction. Engagement was
conducted through survey s, community
meetings and focus group interviews.

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40 Agency/Group/Organization Department of Housing and Urban Development
Agency/Group/Organization
Type
Federal Government
What section of the Plan
was addressed by
Consultation?
Lead-based Paint Strategy
Economic Development
Anti-poverty Strategy
How was the
Agency/Group/Organization
consulted and what are the
anticipated outcomes of the
consultation or areas for
improved coordination?
To obtain a comprehensive assessment of the
needs and priorities within the community, the
Consolidated Plan process included
consultation with Consortium residents, service
providers and selected departments from each
member jurisdiction. Focus groups were
conducted with nearly 30 organizations
representing specia l needs populations,
affordable housing, and economic
development. Key one- one-one interviews
were also conducted A complete list of
organizations is provided as an attachment.
41 Agency/Group/Organization City of Victorville
Agency/Group/Organization
Type
Floodplain Management Agency; Water
District/Agency
What section of the Plan
was addressed by
Consultation?
Housing Need Assessment
Market Analysis
How was the
Agency/Group/Organization
consulted and what are the
anticipated outcomes of the
consultation or areas for
improved coordination?
To obtain a comprehensive assessment of the
needs and priorities within the community, the
Consolidated Plan process included
consultation with Consortium residents, service
providers and selected departments from each
member jurisdiction. Engagement was
conducted through surveys, community
meetings and focus group interviews.
42 Agency/Group/Organization Housing Authority County of San Bernardino Agency/Group/Organization
Type
Public Housing Authority
What section of the Plan
was addressed by
Consultation?
Housing Need Assessment
Public Housing Needs
Economic Development

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Market Analysis
Anti-poverty Strategy
How was the
Agency/Group/Organization
consulted and what are the
anticipated outcomes of the
consultation or areas for
improved coordination?
To obtain a comprehensive assessment of the
needs and priorities within the community, the
Consolidated Plan process included
consultation with Consortium residents, service
providers and selected departments from each
member jurisdiction. Focus groups were
conducted with nearly 30 organizations
representing special needs populations,
affordable housing, and economic
development. Key one -one-one interviews
were also conducted A complete list of
organizations is provided as an attachment.
43 Agency/Group/Organization Victor Valley Global Medical Center Agency/Group/Organization
Type
Services-Health; Health Agency
What section of the Plan
was addressed by
Consultation?
Non-Homeless Special Needs
Anti-poverty Strategy
How was the
Agency/Group/Organization
consulted and what are the
anticipated outcomes of the
consultation or areas for
improved coordination?
To obtain a comprehensive assessment of the
needs and priorities within the community, the
Consolidated Plan process included
consultation with Consortium residents, service
providers and selected departments from each
member jurisdiction. Engagement was
conducted thr ough surveys, community
meetings and focus group interviews.
44 Agency/Group/Organization Foothill AIDS Project
Agency/Group/Organization
Type
Services-HIV/AIDS
What section of the Plan
was addressed by
Consultation?
Non-Homeless Special Needs
How was the
Agency/Group/Organization
consulted and what are the
anticipated outcomes of the
consultation or areas for
improved coordination?
To obtain a comprehensive assessment of the
needs and priorities within the community, the
Consolidated Plan proce ss included
consultation with Consortium residents, service
providers and selected departments from each
member jurisdiction. Focus groups were

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conducted with nearly 30 organizations
representing special needs populations,
affordable housing, and economic
development. Key one- one-one interviews
were also conducted A complete list of
organizations is provided as an attachment.
45 Agency/Group/Organization High Desert Detention Center Agency/Group/Organization
Type
Public Funded Institution
What section of the Plan
was addressed by
Consultation?
Homelessness Strategy
Non-Homeless Special Needs
How was the
Agency/Group/Organization
consulted and what are the
anticipated outcomes of the
consultation or areas for
improved coordination?
To obtain a comprehensive assessment of the
needs and priorities within the community, the
Consolidated Plan process included
consultation with Consortium residents, service
providers and selected departments from each
member jurisdiction. Engagement was
conducted thr ough surveys, community
meetings and focus group interviews.
46 Agency/Group/Organization BLM, Barstow Field Office
Agency/Group/Organization
Type
Public Land Agency
What section of the Plan
was addressed by
Consultation?
Non-Homeless Special Needs
Economic Development
Market Analysis
Anti-poverty Strategy
How was the
Agency/Group/Organization
consulted and what are the
anticipated outcomes of the
consultation or areas for
improved coordination?
To obtain a comprehensive assessment of the
needs and priorities within the community, the
Consolidated Plan process included
consultation with Consortium residents, service
providers and selected departments from each
member jurisdiction. Focus groups were
conducted with nearly 30 organizations
representing special needs populations,
affordable housing, and economic
development. Key one- one-one interviews
were also conducted A complete list of
organizations is provided as an attachment.

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47 Agency/Group/Organization Coachella Valley Housing Coalition Agency/Group/Organization
Type
Housing
What section of the Plan
was addressed by
Consultation?
Housing Need Assessment
Homelessness Strategy
Homeless Needs - Chronically homeless
Homeless Needs - Families with children
Homelessness Needs - Veterans
Homelessness Needs - Unaccompanied youth
Non-Homeless Special Needs
How was the
Agency/Group/Organization
consulted and what are the
anticipated outcomes of the
consultation or areas for
improved coordination?
To obtain a co mprehensive assessment of the
needs and priorities within the community, the
Consolidated Plan process included
consultation with Consortium residents, service
providers and selected departments from each
member jurisdiction. Engagement was
conducted throu gh surveys, community
meetings and focus group interviews.
48 Agency/Group/Organization CA HCD
Agency/Group/Organization
Type
State Government
What section of the Plan
was addressed by
Consultation?
Housing Need Assessment
Homelessness Strategy
Homeless Needs - Chronically homeless
Homeless Needs - Families with children
Homelessness Needs - Veterans
Homelessness Needs - Unaccompanied youth
Market Analysis
How was the
Agency/Group/Organization
consulted and what are the
anticipated outcomes of the
consultation or areas for
improved coordination?
To obtain a comprehensive assessment of the
needs and priorities within the community, the
Consolidated Plan process included
consultation with Consortium residents, service
providers and selected departments from each
member jurisdiction. Focus groups were
conducted with nearly 30 organizations
representing special needs populations,
affordable housing, and economic
development. Key one- one-one interviews
were also conducted A complete list of
organizations is provided as an attachment.

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Table 3– Agencies, groups, organizations who participated Identify any Agency Types not consulted and provide rationale for not consulting
No agency type was excluded from the final stakeholder list.

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
County of San
Bernardino
The County of San Bernardino is a Continuum of Care
applicant and conducts homeless counts, surveys of the
homeless population, and strategic planning to end
homelessness. Consistent with the goals of the CoC, the City of Victorville’s Strategic Plan will provide support to nonprofits that meet the social services needs of the City residents with an emphasis on the homeless.

Housing
Elements
City of Victorville
/ Town of Apple
Valley
Based on the Regional Housing Needs Allocation (RHNA)
set forth by the State of California, The Housing Element is the City's chief policy document for the development of affordable and market rate housing. Consistent with this policy document, the City will maintain and enhance the quality of existing residential ne ighborhoods and
promote and encourage fair housing opportunities for all economic segments of the community, regardless of age,
sex, ethnic background, physical condition, or family size.

Table 4– 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)) As a Consortium, the Town of Apple Valley and the City of Victorville coordinate housing and community development strategies among the jurisdictions. The Consortium and City collaborate with State and local agencies such as jurisdictions in the San Bernardino County Homeless Partnership (S BCHP); t he California Department of Housing and Community Development regarding the periodic update of the Housing Elements ; and neighboring jurisdictions and the County for any partnering opportunities to address housing and community development needs in the region.

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income needs are meet, issues are comprehensively evaluated and thoroughly addressed. Aside from these partnerships, other departments within the City are involved in collaborating and cooperating with state and federal entities in planning efforts.

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 In preparation for the Consolidated Plan the City followed the established processes of the Citi zen Participation Plan to ensure broad community engagement . At each step the City worked to ensur e low- and moderate-income residents, members of minority groups, agencies involved in the provision of services to these populations, and others who are dire ctly impacted by the programs and activities supported by the Consolidated Plan programs had the opportunity to be actively involved. The Citizen Participation Plan, Consolidated Plan, Action Plan, C onsolidated Annual Performance and Evaluation Report (C APER) and the Assessment of Fair Housing Choice are posted on the City website at:
https://www.victorvilleca.gov/government/city-
departments/development/planning/grant-programs/2022-2027-consolidated-plan and a hard copy will be available for review in the City Planning Department for 30 days from March 21 to April 19, 2022.

To assist in identification of priority needs citizens were engaged through community meetings, surveys, public hearings, and individual meetings. Citizens wh o participated in the process received extensive information about the Consolidated Plan, citizen participation process, HUD requirements for an entitlement City, the amount of funding the City anticipates receiving and how those funds can be used by the City. Residents were given the opportunity to provide City staff with their input on the prioritization of community needs. Each of these efforts, including review of HUD Data and relevant policy documents, assisted the City in its goal setting efforts.

Two publicly noticed meetings were held at different stages in the development of the Consolidated Plan. The community meeting on November 17, 2021, and the public hearing February 15, 2022. Twelve residents spoke at the February meeting and two written comments were received. All comments were accepted and entered into the record. A summary of these comments may be found in Appendix B.

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of the City. The surveys solicited input from residents and employees working in Victorville. The questionnaire polled respondents about the level of need in their neighborhoods for various types of improvements which could potentially be addressed using federal funds, such as CDBG and HOME allocations. The electronic survey was made available on the City’s website and across its social media platforms.

It was also made available in hard copy at the City’s Planning Department. The survey was available in English and in Spanish, as recommended in the Citizen Participation Plan. The resident survey received 25 responses and the stakeholder survey received four responses.

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Citizen Participation Outreach
Mode of
Outreach
Target of
Outreach
Summary of
response/
attendance
Summary of
Comments
received
Summary
of
comments
not
accepted
and
reasons
URL (If applicable)
1 Newspape
r Ad
Non-targeted/
broad
community
English
Speaking
Non-English
Speaking -
Specify other
language:

Spanish
Newspaper ad
published
November 5,
2021, in the
Daily Press
announcing
two
Community
Meetings to
receive input
on the
preparation of
the City's 2022-
2026
Consolidated
Plan and the
2022-2023
Action Plan.

No
comments
were
received.

Not applicable.

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Mode of
Outreach
Target of
Outreach
Summary of
response/
attendance
Summary of
Comments
received
Summary
of
comments
not
accepted
and
reasons
URL (If applicable)
2 Public
Meeting
Non-targeted/
broad
community

Publicly
noticed
Community
Meeting on
November 15,
2021 at 10:00
a.m. and 6:00
p.m. at the
Victorville
Activity Center,
15075 Hesperia
Road,
Victorville, CA
92395
Residents in
attendance
received a
presentatio
n on the
Consolidate
d Plan and
discussed
housing and
community
developmen
t needs with
City Staff.

All
comments
were
accepted.

Not applicable.

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4 Internet
Outreach
Non-
targeted/broa
d community
The Resident
Survey was
available online
and in paper
format at the
Planning
Department
from
November 17 to
January 14,
2022. The City
advised
residents and
stakeholders of
the availability
of the survey via
email to
stakeholders,
posting on the
City websi te,
Facebook,
Twitter,
announcement
s at City Council
meetings, and
during the
Community
Meetings.

The purpose
of the survey
was to allow
all residents
the
opportunity
to provide
their
assessment
of the level
of need in
Victorville
for a variety
of housing ,
community,
and
economic
developmen
t activities.

In total, 25
residents
completed
the survey. A
summary of
all survey
responses is
provided in
Appendix B.

All survey
responses
were
accepted.
https://forms.office.com/r/x6XvJ4c1dr
5 Newspape
r Ad
Non-targeted/
broad
community
Newspaper ad
published
February 4,
2022 in the
Daily Press
No public
comments
were
received.

No
comments
were
received.
https://www.victorvilleca.gov/government/agend
as/-fsiteid-1

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Mode of
Outreach
Target of
Outreach
Summary of
response/
attendance
Summary of
Comments
received
Summary
of
comments
not
accepted
and
reasons
URL (If applicable)
English
Speaking
Non-English
Speaking -
Specify other
language:

Spanish
announcing
Public Hearing
to receive input
on the
preparation of
the City's 2022-
2026
Consolidated
Plan and the
2022-2023
Action Plan.

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6 Public
Hearing
Non-
targeted/broa
d community
A public
hearing was
held before the
Victorville City
Council on
February 15,
2022, in the
Victorville City
Council
Chamber and
live via Zoom to
receive input
on the highest
priority
housing,
community
and economic
development
needs in
Victorville. This
meeting took
place prior to
the publication
of the draft
2022-2026
Consolidated
Plan
for public
review and
comment.
12 verbal
and two
written
comments
were
delivered. 11
comments
were in
support of
CDBG
public
services
application
submitted
and one was
identifying
the need for
affordable
housing.

Not
applicable.

All
comments
were
accepted.

Not applicable.
7 Newspape
r Ad
Non-targeted/
broad
community
Newspaper ad
published on
March 21 2022
in the Daily
Press

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Spanish
announcing
the availability
of the draft
2022-2026
Consolidated
Plan, draft
2022-2023
Annual Action
Plan, and draft
Victorville
Analysis of
Impediments,
of Fair Housing
Choice for a 30-
day public
review and
comment
period to
include a
public hearing
before the
Victorville City
Council on
April 19, 2020.

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Mode of
Outreach
Target of
Outreach
Summary of
response/
attendance
Summary of
Comments
received
Summary
of
comments
not
accepted
and
reasons
URL (If applicable)
8 Public
Hearing
Non-
targeted/broa
d community
Public hearing
before the
Victorville City
Council on April
19, 2022, to
receive
comments on
the draft 2022-
2026
Consolidated
Plan, draft
2022-2023
Annual Action
Plan, and draft
Victorville
Analysis of
Impediments
to Fair Housing
Choiceprior to
adoption an d
submission to
HUD.

To be
determined
.

To be
determine
d

https://www.victorvilleca.gov/government/agend
as/-fsiteid-1
Table 5– Citizen Participation Outreach

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Needs Assessment
NA-05 OVERVIEW
Needs Assessment Overview
The Consolidated Plan Needs Assessment examines housing, homelessness, non - homeless special needs, and non- housing community development needs. The housing needs assessment section evaluates household income, tenure (renter or owner), housing cost as a function of household income, disproportionate need amongst racial and ethnic groups and public housing needs. The homeless needs assessment examines the sheltered and unsheltered homeless population in San Bernardino County to inform Apple Valley -Victorville’s strategy to address homelessness during the next five years. The non-homeless special needs assessment section evaluates the needs of people who are not homeless, but due to various reasons need services. This population includes elderly, frail elderly, severe mentally ill, developmentally disabled, and physically disabled persons, persons with alcohol or other drug addictions, persons with HIV/AIDS, victims of human trafficking, persons with posttraumatic stress disorder (PTSD) and victims of domestic violence. The non- housing community development needs assessment section discusses the need for public facilities, public infrastructure improvements and public services to benefit low- and moderate-income residents.

Methodology
To assess community needs, the Town of Apple Valley and City of Victorville examined data, held community meetings and focus groups, conducted a survey of residents and stakeholders, and consulted with experts and local stakeholders. The Needs Assessment primarily relies on the following sources of data:
• American Community Survey (ACS), 2013-2017, 5-year estimates • Comprehensive Housing Affordability Strategy (CHAS), 2013 -2017, 5 -year estimates
• 2020 Point-In-Time Homeless Count

The 2013-2017 ACS 5-year estimates and the 2013-2017, 5-year estimates were the most recent available complete datasets supplied through the United States Department of Housing and Urban Development’s (HUD) Con Planning Suite planning framework.

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Consolidated Plan Focus Groups and Surveys for Residents and Stakeholders
The Apple Valley- Victorville Consortium held five virtual focus groups over the period of three days in mid -December 2021. The focus groups were promoted by the cities and facilitated by MDG. The five groups were as follows:

1. Food Banks and Homeless Services,

2. Education and Youth Services,

3. Public Services,

4. Veterans, Elderly and Disabled Services, and

5. Faith Based Organizations.

Some organizations participated in multiple focus groups because they serve multiple constituencies. In total, 29 unique people participated in the focus groups, excluding the facilitator and organizers.

Apple Valley and Victorville residents and stakehol ders had the opportunity to respond to the 2022-2026 Consolidated Plan survey to rate the need and/or to identify highest priority need for public facilities, infrastructure, and services, housing facilities and services, business services. The tabulation of survey results from the 111 Apple Valley and 25 Victorville residents and four community stakeholders who responded to the surveys are integrated throughout the Needs Assessment (NA) and Market Assessment (MA) of Consolidated Plan and can be found in the following sections:
• Housing facility and service results – NA-10 Housing Needs Assessment, • Public facility, infrastructure, and service results – NA-50 Non -Housing and Community Development Needs,
• Discrimination in housing results – MA-40 Barriers to Affordable Housing, • Business service results – MA-45,
• Internet access, cost, type, and speed – MA-60 Broadband Needs of Housing Occupied by Low- and Moderate-Income Households, and
• Disaster preparedness results – MA-65 Hazard Mitigation.

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NA-10 HOUSING NEEDS ASSESSMENT
Summary of Housing Needs
For the City of Victorville, the income levels are divided by different AMI levels corresponding with HUD income definitions as follows:
• 0-30 percent AMI: extremely low-income – just over 16 percent of all households; • 30-50 percent AMI: low-income – almost 15 percent of all households; • 50-80 percent AMI: moderate-income – just over 18 percent of all households; • 80-100 percent AMI: medium -income – approximately 10 percent of all households; and
• Greater than 10 0 percent AMI: upper- income – about 40 percent of all households.

The most common household type in Victorville is small family. About 49 percent of specific household types earn less than 80 percent AMI, with the highest rates of occurrence among households with one or more children 6 years of age or younger or 62 years of age or older.

Figure 1
Data Source: 2013-2017 CHAS

According to ACS data in Table 6 - Housing Needs Assessment Demographics - Victorville, Victorville’s population grew by 19 percent during the period between 2009 and 2017, increasing in number from 102,666 to 121,720 people. During this time, the number of households increased by 13 percent from 28,842 to 32,630 and the median

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household income decreased from $51,372 to $47,895. According to the 2017 data, approximately 60 percent of all households in Victorville earn less than 100 percent of Area Median In come (AMI) and 49.3 percent of all households earn less than 80 percent of AMI.

Victorville
Demographics Base Year: 2009 Most Recent Year: 2017 % Change Population 102,666 121,720 19%
Households 28,842 32,639 13%
Median Income $51,372.00 $47,895.00 -7%
Table 6 - Housing Needs Assessment Demographics - Victorville Data Source: 2005-2009 ACS (Base Year), 2013-2017 ACS (Most Recent Year) Table 7 - Total Households Table - Victorville – presents the number of different household types in Victorville for different levels of income. Small family households consist of two-to-four family members, while large family households have five or more persons.

Number of Households Table
Victorville
0-30%
AMI
>30-50%
AMI
>50-80%
AMI
>80-100%
AMI
>100%
AMI
Total Households 5,365 4,840 5,890 3,350 13,185
Small Family Households
(2 – 4 people) 2,510 2,340 2,780 1,435 7,045
Large Family Households
(5 or more people) 745 850 1,220 900 2,870
Household contains at least
one person 62-74 years of age 765 1,185 1,240 595 2,825 Household contains at least
one-person age 75 or older 515 565 640 215 790
Households with one or more
children 6 years old or
younger
1,740 1,430 1,720 779 3,335
Table 7 - Total Households Table - Victorville
Data Source: 2013-2017 CHAS

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Figure 2: Households with extremely low-income and severe housing cost burden

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Figure 3: Households with low-income and severe housing cost burden

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Figure 4: Households with moderate income and severe housing cost burden

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Figure 5: Population Asian alone (not Hispanic)

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Figure 6: Population Black/ African American alone (not Hispanic)

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Figure 7: Population Hispanic origin (any race)

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Figure 8: Population White alone (not Hispanic)

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NA-50 NON-HOUSING COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT
NEEDS
Describe the jurisdiction’s need for Public Facilities.

The City of Victorville was incorporated in 1962. It has grown from 8,110 residents in an area of 9.7 acres to over 128,000 residents in 74.16 acres. It has evolved and experienced significant growth in population and economic activity since incorporation. While new facilities and amenities continue to be added, older facilities require rehabilitation to address the changing needs of the community.

The City of Victorville has invested significan tly in community facilities. According to the City’s website, it provides a library, golf course, two activity, two community, and a sport center and 18 parks. Maintaining and expanding these amenities requires significant financial investment.

Responses to the Resident and Stakeholder Surveys and focus groups give insight into the needs and priorities of those who live and work in Victorville. Residents responded there is a high level of need and the highest priority for homeless facilities and youth centers. In focus groups private facilities offering youth and family programming, such as a YMCA, and a performing arts center were identified as needs.

CDBG public facility projects that meet CDBG eligibility requirements, align with a Strategic Plan goal and address a CDBG National Objective will be considered for funding in the five Annual Action Plans. The Strategic Plan includes a goal to improve public facilities and infrastructure to benefit low - and moderate-income people or those presumed under HUD reg ulations to be low - and moderate-income, such as elderly people and adults with disabilities . Some of the types of facilities and infrastructure that may require rehabilitation during the next five years include, but are not limited to community centers, senior centers, parks and recreational facilities.

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How were these needs determined?
The needs identified for public facilities were determined through Community Meetings, responses from the Consolidated Plan Survey and consultation with City officials. Over the next five years Victorville’s Strategic Plan will continue to prioritize additional or improved public facilities to enhance or maintain the high level of services and amenities available to residents.

Figure 9: Resident Survey

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Figure 10: Resident Survey

Figure 11: Stakeholder Survey
Describe the jurisdiction’s need for Public Improvements.

Infrastructure such as streets, sidewalks, curbs, gutters, storm drains, sewers, driveway approaches, pedestrian crossing, and streetlights in CDBD target areas or to support a project that benefits an identifiable segment of the population comprised of low - and moderate-income residents or residents presumed under HUD regulations to be low- and moderate -income must be developed and maintained. Infrastructure improvements are included as part of the Strategic Plan goal concerning City of Victorville Public Facilities Improvements should the need arise to modify existing infrastructure or install new infrastructure.

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Responses to the Resident Survey show public infrastructure improvements to streets/ alleys, drainage, and high-speed internet infrastructure represent the greatest combined high and moderate levels of need. The highest priority infrastructure improvements are high- speed internet, street lighting, street/ alley improvements and tree planting.

How were these needs determined?
The needs identified fo r public infrastructure improvements were determined in consultation with the City and Town residents, City of Victorville Public Works Departments, Community Services Departments, and affordable housing developers.

Figure 12: Resident Survey

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Figure 13: Resident Survey
Describe the jurisdiction’s need for Public Services.

1. Those in need of public services are diverse and numerous. The homeless and non-homeless special needs populations are described in the Consolidated Plan Needs Assessment sections 40 and 45. Focus group s with nonprofit service providers shed light on the current and daily challenges faced by homeless and non- homeless special needs populations in Apple Valley and Victorville. Most focus group participants believed the priority needs facing their community are as follows:Supportive services for the homeless and those as risk of homelessness,

2. Human services, and

3. Accessibility and mobility.

Participants shared the types of prog ramming they believed would most effectively address those needs as well as the gaps in homeless and youth services delivery systems. A handful of programming areas were identified across the focus groups.

Those areas are as follows:

1. Mental and behavioral health services, especially for children

2. Community support for youth and families in the form of youth programming, in the arts, the consequences of underage substance use, and positive attitudes and behaviors to prevent violence

3. Transportation, including paved roads and sidewalks and electric bike share

4. Education on public services and changing eligibility, service providers and resources available to service providers. Throughout the focus groups there was a recurring theme around the need for centralizat ion and formalization of networks.

The input from the focus groups is supported by the resident and stakeholder survey results. The top three highly and moderately needed public services and highest priority public services as indicated in the Resident Su rvey are the same: homeless,

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mental health, and youth services. Mental health services and homeless emergency shelter were identified as the top two highest needed public services by the stakeholder survey.

How were these needs determined?
Public service needs are driven by the City’s desire to ensure high quality services are provided to maintain residents’ quality of life and to promote the well- being of all residents — particularly low- and moderate -income residents including youth, seniors, and people with special needs. These needs were determined based on contributions from focus groups, and resident and stakeholder surveys.

The Apple Valley- Victorville Consortium held five virtual focus groups over the period of three days in mid -December 2021. The focus groups were promoted by the cities and facilitated by MDG. The five groups were as follows:

1. Food Banks and Homeless Services,

2. Education and Youth Services,

3. Public Services,

4. Veterans, Elderly and Disabled Services, and

5. Faith Based Organizations.

These groups spoke directly to the need for specific services and the needs of homeless and non- homeless special needs populations. Some organizations participated in multiple focus groups because they serve multiple constituencies. In total, 29 unique people participated in the focus groups, excluding the facilitator and organizers.

Responses to the Resident Survey are presented in Figures 7, 8 and 9. As a result of the citizen participation and consultation process and in consideration of the local nonprofits the City of Victorville considers public services benefitting low - and moderate-income residents a high priority in their respective Strategic Plans.

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Figure 14: Resident Survey

Figure 15: Resident Survey

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Figure 16: Stakeholder Survey

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Housing Market Analysis
MA-05 OVERVIEW
Housing Market Analysis Overview
This section of the Consolidated Plan evaluates housing market conditions in the Town of Apple Valley and City of Victorville independently as well as the Apple Valley- Victorville Consortium as a whole. The analysis includes housing supply, demand, condition, and cost. Apple Valley’s housing stock primarily consists of single -family detached residential dwellings (76 percent) and three -bedroom units (71 percent).

Victorville’s housing stock primarily consists of single -family detached residential dwellings (79 percent) and three-bedroom units (79 percent).

From December 2017 to December 2021, median home value in Apple Valley increased 53 percent from $ 252,000 to $ 386,000, and the median home value in Victorville increase 59 percent from $246,000 to $391,000, according to Zillow Home Value Index. As of 2017, the most common rental unit size in Apple Valley was two- bedrooms and in Victorville was three -bedrooms. During the December 2017 to December 2021 period, median monthly rent for a two-bedroom unit in Apple Valley increased 55 percent from $ 896 to $1,385, and the median monthl y rent for three - bedroom unit in Victorville increased 42 percent from $1,299 to $1,850, as reported by Zumper, a rental listing aggregator . As a result, Apple Valley and Victorville households have become increasingly cost-burdened. Data from 2013-2017 shows an insufficient number of housing units affordable to people with incomes less than 80 percent of AMI.

Tables 10 and 11 of the Needs Assessment section of the Consolidate d Plan show 74 percent of households (19,649 households) in the Apple Valley-Victorville Consortium earning 0-80 percent of AMI, are cost burdened— meaning households paying more than 30 percent of their income for housing — and 9,515 (41 percent) households are considered severely cost burdened, meaning they pay more than 50 percent of their income for housing. Of the severely cost burdened households earning 0-80 percent of AMI , more than two thirds are renters. Of those severely cost burdened renter households, 94 percent (6,255 households) earn less than 50 percent of AMI and are considered the most at risk of becoming homeless.

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Figure 17
Data Source: 2013-2017 ACS
Five year estimates from the ACS and CHAS were evaluated to determine if a geographic concentration of housing problems, racial and ethnic minorities, and low- income households exist in the Victorville. The spatial units under consideration are census tracts. A concentration is defined as ten percent over the rate at which any of the circumstances identified above occur throughout the City as a whole. The thresholds are as follows:
• Low-income households 59.7 percent,
• One or more housing problem 39.2 percent, and
• Racial and ethnic minorities 82.6 percent
As seen in the concentration maps in the section there are multiple census tracts which exceed the thresholds identified above. Notably there are two census tract which exceed all three thresholds.

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Figure 18: Concentration of households with low-income

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Figure 19: Concentration of households with multiple housing problems

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Figure 20: Concentration of racial and ethnic minorities

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MA-10 NUMBER OF HOUSING UNITS
Introduction
According to 201 3-2017 ACS data, Victorville 79 percent of the housing stock is comprised of single -family detached housing (one -four units). Multifamily housing (five or more units) accounts for only two percent and one percent of total housing units in Victorville. This is the smallest portion of housing stock for Victorville.

Most owner -occupied housing units in Victorville are comprised of larger units containing three or more bedrooms (85 percent and 91 percent, respectively). There is more diversity of unit size in rental housing stock between two- and three-bedroom units in Victorville. The tables below indicate the number of residential properties in the City by property type, unit size and tenure.

City of Victorville
Property Type Number %
1-unit detached structure 27,950 79%
1-unit, attached structure 400 1%
2-4 units 1,935 5%
5-19 units 2,260 6%
20 or more units 1,545 4%
Mobile Home, boat, RV, van, etc. 1,485 4%
Total 35,757 100%
Table 8 – Residential Properties by Unit Number

Figure 21
Data Source: 2013-2017 ACS

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City of Victorville

Owners Renters
Number % Number %
No bedroom 150 1% 250 2%
1 bedroom 90 1% 1,130 7%
2 bedrooms 1,365 8% 3,749 25%
3 or more bedrooms 15,865 91% 10,035 66%
Total 17,470 100% 15,155 100%
Table 9 – Unit Size by Tenure
Data Source: 2013-2017 ACS

Figure 22
Describe the number and targeting (income level/type of family served) of units assisted with federal, state, and local programs.

As of fall 2021, the City of Victorville monitors a total of 12 affordable housing projects, which were constructed or rehabilitated with federal subsidy contracts, received tax credits, and /or were financed by Redevelopment Agency (RDA) funds. The 12 projects consist of a total of 1,346 units, all but five of which are restricted to extremely/very low, low- and moderate-income households (under State HCD guidelines).

Like all places in the State of California, Victorville is challenged by a lack of resources to address its affordable housing needs due to the dissolution of all the State’s redevelopment agencies.

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Provide an assessment of units expected to be lost from the affordable housing inventory for any reason, such as expiration of Section 8 contracts.

HUD requires the City to analyze federal, state and locally assisted housing units that may be lost from the City’s affordable housing stock. The expiration of affordability restrictions on government assisted rental units is the typical reason that affordable units convert to market rate and are “lost.” Much of the housing at -risk of conversion from affordable housing to market rate housing is predominantly reserved for lower income households.

Use restrictions, as defined by state law, means any federal, state, or local statute, regulation, ordinance or contract which as a condition of receipt of any housing assistance, including a rental subsidy, mortgage subsidy, or mortgage insurance , to an assisted housing development, establishes maximum limitations on tenant income as a condition of eligibility for occupancy.

Conversion Risk
Table 10: Subsidized Housing provides an inventory of affordable housing developments in Victorville, including funding sources, number of units, target populations, and earliest date of conversion to market- rate housing. Analysis shows, for the period ending May 2021 no units in either jurisdiction were at high risk of converting to market rate housing.

City of Victorville
Project/Address
Total
Subsidized
Units
Type of Subsidy Date of
Conversion
Rodeo Drive Apts. 99 Section 8, FHA 2065
Sherwood Villa Apts. 101 Section 8, FHA 2069
Northgate Village Apts. 68 Section 8, State, RDA 2060
Village Oak Apts. 116 Section 42 Tax Credit Units 2054
Northside Commons 82 Section 42 Tax Credit Units 2057
Kimberly Park Apts. 132 Section 42 Tax Credit Units 2034 Impressions at Valley Center 99 RDA, HOME, CTAC Perpetuity Village at Victorville 79 CTAC 2061
Casa Bella Family Apts. 286 CTAC 2063
Rodeo Meadows 48 CTAC/ RDA 2057
Rancho Seneca Apts. 200 CSCDA Bonds 2067
Desert Haven 31 NSP 2075
Table 10 – Subsidized Housing
Data Source: 2021-2029 Housing Element
Preservation and Replacement Options
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affordable housing stock, they may consider preserving the existing assisted units or facilitating the development of new units. Each negotiation to pre serve affordable units is unique in the sense that each project’s ownership interests, and economic needs will vary, and the jurisdiction’s resources may be insufficient to preserve all expiring units. Depending on the circumstances of each project that includes at- risk units, different options may be used to preserve or replace the units.

Does the availability of housing units meet the needs of the population? The current availability of housing units in the Apple Valley -Victorville Consortium does not meet the needs of the population. The re is a significant need for additional rental housing units — particularly zero, one-bedroom units, and those affordable to households earning less than 50 percent of AMI. According to the data discussed in the Needs Assessment, the most common housing problems in the Consortium are cost burden and overcrowding. There are 6,255 renter households who earn less than 50 percent of AMI that are severely cost burdened paying more than 50 percent of their income for housing costs (Table 11). Overcrowding, having more than 1.01 people per room, excluding bathrooms, porches, foyers, hal ls, or half -rooms, impacts 2,148 low- and moderate -income households in the Apple Valley -Victorville Consortium, almost 76 percent of whom are renters (Table 12).

Describe the need for specific types of housing.

Of the 2,150 renter households in the Apple Valley-Victorville Consortium who earn less than 50 percent of AMI and are severely cost burdened paying more than 50 percent of their income for housing costs:
• 3,305 are small, related households with four or fewer members • 1,135 are large, related households with five or more members • 880 are elderly households with one or more members over age 62 • 935 are other/single person households
This breakdown by tenure, income, cost burden and household type indicate a need for additional affordable zero - and one -bedroom rental units in the Apple Valley - Victorville Consortium.

Discussion
For decades, California’s housing market has been among the most expensive in the country, and those conditions persist in 2021 . Renting can take up a considerable amount of income, while purchasing a home may be out of reach for individuals. To afford median rent for a three -bedroom unit as of December 2021, a Victorville household needs to earn $38.54 per hour or work 119 hours pe r week at minimum wage of $13 per hour, which equates to about three full time jobs. These calculations were made using the same method as the National Low-Income Housing Coalition in

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the Out if Reach series and using median rents from Zumper a rental list ing aggregator. Median rents are far greater than fair market rents and more accurately reflect the experience low- and moderate-income households are facing.

Figure 23
Data Source: 2021 Zumper Research (accessed 2/4/2022) and State of CA Minimum Wage Data

As noted in the City of Victorville’s 2021-2029 Housing Element, it is the City’s goal to encourage development of different housing types to meet the City’s different needs.

Over the next eight years the City will strive to meet the following housing goals:
• Maximize land utilization for residential development, • Preserve existing housing stock,
• Encourage more affordable housing units,
• Maximize solution for those experiencing or at risk of homelessness, • Encourage homeownership,
• Improve quality of life and promote placemaking, and
• Affirmatively further fair housing.

Through these efforts, the City will strive to maintain a healthy community that encourages family stability and economic growth.

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MA-15 HOUSING MARKET ANALYSIS: COST OF HOUSING
Introduction
One of the most important factors in evaluating a community’s housing market is the cost of housing and whether the housing is affordable to households who live there or would like to live there. If housing costs are relatively high in comparison to household income, a correspondingly high prevalence of housing cost burden and overcrowding will typically occur.

Table 11 – Rental Housing Cost Estimates – and Table 12 – Cost of Housing – indicate the median home value and contract rent (not including utility or other assoc iated costs). These values are self-reported by residents through the U.S. Census American Community Survey. However, in looking at more current housing sales and rental market data – the cost of housing has risen tremendously over the past five years.

According to Zumper, a rental listing aggregator, median rents for two- and three- bedroom units have increased from December 2017 to 2021. The 2017 average rents reported by Zumper significantly exceeded the median contract rent as reported by the ACS 2013-2017 estimates in the Cost of Housing table below.

Figure 24
Data Source: 2017-2021 Zumper Research (accessed 2/4/2022) Median home values have increased significantly since the last Consolidated Planning process. In 2017, according to ACS data, median home values in Victorville were d 31 percent below what they had been in 2009, prior to the mortgage -backed securities housing foreclosure crisis. By 2019, according to the same source, housing prices had still not rebounded to 2009 levels. According to the Zillow Home Value Index housing values increased 59 percent in Victorville from December 2017 to 2021, from $483,000 to $676,000, according to the Zillow Home Value Index. Based on this more current data, home values have exceeded 2009 amounts.

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Figure 25
Data Source: 2017-2021 Zillow Data

City of Victorville
Average Rent/ Unit Type Oct. 2017 Oct. 2021 Percent Change 2-bedroom $838 $1,455 74%
3-bedroom $1,299 $1,850 42%
Table 11 – Rental Housing Cost Estimates
Data Source: Zumper Research (accessed 2/4/2022)

City of Victorville
Cost of Housing Base Year: 2009 Most Recent Year: 2017 % Change Median Home Value $259,000 $177,600 -31%
Median Contract Rent $869 $995 14%
Table 12 – Cost of Housing
Data Source: 2005-2009 ACS (Base Year), 2013-2017 ACS (Most Recent Year) Is there sufficient housing for households at all income levels? Housing cost burden and severe housing cost burden data from section NA -10 indicate there is an insufficient supply of affordable housing units in the Apple Valley- Victorville Consortium. Quantifying the number of additional affordable housing units needed to eliminate or significantly reduce cost burden and severe cost burden is complicated because there is no guarantee a household of a particular income level will occupy a unit affordable at their income level – even if the unit is available in the open marketplace.

There is an apparent need for 7,065 additional housing units affordable to households’ earning 0 -30 percent of AMI. At the 0 -50 percent of AMI level, there are 5,775 affordable units and 16,115 households in this income category – a shortfall o f 10,340 units. At the 0-80 percent of AMI level, there are 26,175 affordable units and 26,685 households in this income category – a surplus of 6,515 units. This is according to 2013- 2017 CHAS data concerning the supply of housing units in the City that are affordable

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to households earning at or below 30, 50, 80 and 100 percent of AMI and 2013-2017 ACS data on household income.

How is affordability of housing likely to change considering changes to home values and/or rents?
Rental housing costs have increased steadily over the past five years – creating more pressure on extremely low -income households. According from Zumper (Table 11 – Rental Housing Cost Estimates ), a rental listing aggregator, average rents for a two- bedroom unit in Victorville increased from $838 to $1,455 on average, an increase of 74 percent and three-bedroom rents increased from $1,299 to $1,850 an increase of 42 percent over the last five years. These rents represent a significant burden for low- and moderate-income households struggling to remain housed. Home values increased significantly as well. In Victorville, from December 2017 to 2021 according to sales data supplied by Zillow (Figure 15), home values increase from $246,000 to $391,000, a rate of 59 percent. Based on this information and barring significant regional and national changes in economic conditions, the price of housing in Victorville is forecast to continue increasing during the period of the 2022-2026 Consolidated Plan.

How do HOME rents / Fair Market Rent compare to Area Median Rent? How might this impact your strategy to produce or preserve affordable housing?
HOME rents, Fair Market rents, and Market rents were compared to median contract rents from 2019 to determine the financial impact on operating income. To produce or preserve affordable rental housing units that carry a minimum HOME affordability period of 20 years, significant levels of subsidy are required.

For Victorville the low HOME and market rate rent closest to the median contract rent was for four - and two-bedroom units. The foregone rent over a 20 -year period for a four-bedroom unit at low HOME rates was $5,040. The foregone rent over a 20 -year period for a two -bedroom unit at market rate was $14,160. Notably, a quarter of occupied rental units in the Town are two -bedroom and nine percent are one - bedroom and efficiency units. The high concentration of larger rental units may drive up the median rental contract and drive down the rental rate per square foot.

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Data Source: 2019 ACS, HUD Fair Market Rent 2019, 2019 Zumper Research,

Discussion
Economic expansion over the last decade and a lag in production of new housing units in Southern California have created a housing economy that is over -burdened.

As a result, Apple Valley and Victorville households have become increasingly cost - burdened. Data from 201 3-2017 shows an insufficient number of housing units affordable to people with incomes less than 50 percent of AMI. Considering the scarcity of land and monetary resources available to create new affordable housing units, housing affordability is expected to remain a significant challenge in the next five years.

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MA-45 NON-HOUSING COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT
ASSETS
Introduction
Non-housing community development needs includ e economic development and improvements to public facilities . Special economic development activities must meet a National Object ive by addressing low - or moderate-income residents, slum/ blight, or urgent need and be an eligible activity per 24 CFR 570.203. Public facilities assisted with CDBG must serve low - and moderate -income residents or those residents presumed by HUD to be low- and moderate-income. Such facilities include senior centers, community centers, facilities for victims of domestic violence, facilities for treatment of persons with HIV/AID S, and ADA improvements to public facilities throughout the City. During the implementation of the 2022 -2026 Strategic Plan, Victorville will use CDBG funds to develop the local economy and address these needs and provide a suitable living environment for low- and moderate-income people.

To expand economic opportunities for low - and moderate -income people and provide a pathway out of poverty, the Strategic Plan and the 2022-2023 Annual Action Plan includes public services. These projects include getting clothing to school aged children, homeless shelter operations, providing behavioral health care to foster youth and their foster families, and exercise, cooking, and art classes for people with special needs.

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Economic Development Market Analysis
Victorville
Business by Sector Number
of
Workers
Number
of Jobs
Share of
Workers

Share
of
Jobs

Jobs
less
workers
Agriculture, Mining, Oil & Gas
Extraction 450 22 1% 0% -1%
Arts, Entertainment,
Accommodations 4,615 4,335 14% 18% 4%
Construction 2,280 402 7% 2% -5%
Education and Health Care Services 7,122 6,981 22% 29% 7% Finance, Insurance, and Real Estate 1,288 902 4% 4% 0%
Information 552 564 2% 2% 0%
Manufacturing 3,091 1,579 10% 7% -3%
Other Services 1,106 618 3% 3% 0%
Professional, Scientific,
Management Services 1,886 876 6% 4% -2%
Public Administration 0 0 0% 0% 0%
Retail Trade 5,145 5,828 16% 24% 8%
Transportation and Warehousing 3,144 1,077 10% 4% -6%
Wholesale Trade 1,616 760 5% 3% -2%
Total -- -- --
Table 13 - Business Activity
Data Source: 2013-2017 ACS (Workers), 2017 Longitudinal Employer-Household Dynamics (Jobs)

Victorville
Labor Force
Total Population in the Civilian Labor Force 47,705
Civilian Employed Population 16 years and over 40,920
Unemployment Rate 14.2%
Unemployment Rate for Ages 16-24 29.48%
Unemployment Rate for Ages 25-65 7.35%
Table 14 - Labor Force
Data Source: 2013-2017 ACS

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Victorville
Occupations by Sector Number of People
Management, business and financial 6,425
Farming, fisheries and forestry occupations 2,025
Service 5,690
Sales and office 10,800
Construction, extraction, maintenance and repair 4,320
Production, transportation and material moving 3,095
Table 15 – Occupations by Sector
Data Source: 2013-2017 ACS

Victorville
Travel Time Number Percentage
< 30 Minutes 20,720 55%
30-59 Minutes 8,955 24%
60 or More Minutes 7,910 21%
Total 37,585 100%
Table 16 - Travel Time
Data Source: 2013-2017 ACS

Victorville
Educational Attainment In Labor Force
Civilian
Employed
Unemployed Not in Labor
Force
Less than high school graduate 4,585 1,125 5,620
High school graduate (includes
equivalency) 9,645 1,405 6,785
Some college or Associates degree 14,290 1,420 7,165
Bachelor's degree or higher 5,830 460 1,320
Table 17 - Educational Attainment by Employment Status (Population 16 and Older) Data Source: 2013-2017 ACS

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Victorville
Age
18–24
yrs
25–34
yrs
35–44
yrs
45–65
yrs
65+ yrs
Less than 9th grade 230 530 1,180 2,240 2,030
9th to 12th grade, no diploma 1,750 2,240 2,670 2,465 1,225 High school graduate, GED, or
alternative 3,930 6,120 4,765 6,945 2,865
Some college, no degree 4,755 6,110 4,320 6,845 2,835
Associates degree 580 2,540 895 2,270 955
Bachelors degree 260 1,280 1,465 2,065 690
Graduate or professional degree 10 655 720 1,480 375
Table 18 - Educational Attainment by Age
Data Source: 2013-2017 ACS

Victorville
Educational Attainment Median Earnings in the Past 12 Months Less than high school graduate $22,535
High school graduate (includes equivalency) $27,870
Some college or Associates degree $30,925
Bachelor's degree $47,680
Graduate or professional degree $61,560
Table 19 – Median Earnings in the Past 12 Months by Educational Attainment Data Source: 2013-2017 ACS
Based on the Business Activity table above, what are the major employment sectors within your jurisdiction?
According to 2017 Longitudinal Employer Household Dynamics (LEHD) data, the top five major private employment sectors in Victorville are education and health care services (6,981 jobs), retail trade (5,828 jobs), arts, entertainment, accommodations (4,335 jobs), transportation and warehousing (1,077), and construction (402 jobs).

U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics’ current employment data for San Bernardino County, selected for top industries, by number of jobs in Victorville offers a picture of employment trends over time. As seen in Figure 17 employment growth in transportation, warehousing and utilities appears to have been uninterrupted by COVID-19. All other top employing industries in V ictorville show a decrease in employment when COVID -19 hit. For the education and health services industry, which was experiencing a period of rapid growth, the decline in jobs was real, but set the industry back about a year. Arts and entertainment, tourism, and retail have been severely impacted by the pandemic throughout the country. These employment sectors had been steady since 2015 and in 2019 employment decreased significantly.

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Figure 27
Data Source: 2015-2020 County Employment by Industry CA EDD

Describe the workforce and infrastructure needs of the business community
The business community in Victorville relies largely on a skilled workforce. Residents of Victorville identified employment training as the greatest need and highest priority in the city. Employers across all sectors, and especially those for which Victorville is a destination location or part of a larger logistics chain such as arts, entertainment and accommodations and manufacturing, require a well -functioning transportation system.

Figure 28: Resident Survey

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Figure 29: Resident Survey

Figure 30: Stakeholder Survey
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.

The coronavirus pandemic has had a major and sustained impact on all sectors of the economy. It has both highlighted and increased the need for fast, reliable, and secure internet has increased across all sectors of the economy.

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In response to the COVID -19 pandemic, Congress passed the Coronavirus Aid, Relief, and Economic Security (CARES) Act. The Act authorized $.2.2 trillion to prevent, prepare for, and respond to the COVID -19 pandemic. The City of Vi ctorville received $1,527,782 in CARES Act CDBG funds. These funds assisted households to make emergency rent, mortgage, and utility payments and to help small businesses prepare and respond to the virus.

Additionally, the City of Victorville received $33 ,500,000 in Federal American Rescue Plan Act funds. The first tranche of 16.75 million was received in June 2021 and the second tranche will be released in June 2022. City staff identified the following eligible activities and funding for each one:

Housing and Homelessness - $6 Million
o Outreach Programs
o Wellness Center Facility
Community Improvements - $9 Million
o Utility Assistance Program
o Self-Cleaning Restrooms
o Improve Public Facilities
Broadband - $8 Million
o WiFi at Victorville Parks and Community Centers
o New Infrastructure
Community & Small Business Recovery - $4 Million
o Hiring Bonuses
o Hazard Pay for Essential Workers
Water/Sewer/Storm Drain - $6 Million
o Water Well Maintenance/Repairs
o Reservoir Refurbishment
The first implemented program using ARPA funds was the City’s Past Due Utility Program, which assisted residents with their past due water bills. For 2022-2023 ARPA funds will be used to funds utility assistance programs, rental and mortgage assistance programs and food banks administered by non-profit organizations.

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How do the skills and education of the current workforce correspond to employment opportunities in the jurisdiction?
Most employees in Victorville’s civilian labor force have some post-secondary education, almost 42 percent of the employed labor force has some college or Associates degree . Generally . T he skills and education of the current workforce correspond to the employment opportunities in Victor ville; however, the jobs and opportunities do not correspond to the number of available workers . In 2017, there were only two employment sectors where there were more jobs than workers. More than half the working population in Victorville travel more than half an hour to work.

Figure 31
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.

The San Bernardino County Workforce Development Board provides strategic direction and relationships for the WDC. San Bernardino County Workforce Development Centers (WDC) are the primary source of workforce training available to residents of Victorville. The WDC is operated by America’s Job Centers of California.

The City of Victorville work with the San Bernardino County WCD and employers to secure on-the-job training when appropriate.

Victor Valley College (VVC) is a p ublic community college located in Victorville and serving Victorville, Hesperia, Apple Valley, Phelan and Adelanto. It is part of the

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California Community College System. VVC offers over Certificates in over 100 vocational subjects. The College is an important partner in educating and training the local workforce.

Does your jurisdiction participate in a Comprehensive Economic Development Strategy?
Yes, the City of Victorville participated in development of the San Bernardino County 2019 CEDS.

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 City of Victorville’s CDBG program will support local economic growth by meeting extremely low-, low- and moderate-income and homeless residents where they are to improve quality of life and better position for access and engagement in economic opportunities. This will be achieved by supporting local nonprofit ser vice providers, including housing services, and support of the development and preservation of affordable housing.

Discussion
The highly contagious nature of COVID-19 and the scale of illness and death has had significant ripple effects on the economy. In the spring of 2020, unemployment rates in the United States reached the highest levels since the United States Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS) began recording this data. According to the BLS, unemployment rates peaked at 14.2 percent in San Bernardino County and 17 percent in Victorville in April 2020. Those rates have fallen to 5.2 and 8.2 percent, respectively, as of December 2021, unemployment is still above pre -pandemic levels. Health and safety guidelines and requirements continue to change as the co ronavirus evolves and the scientific community learns more about the virus. Employers and workers are required to constantly learn and reevaluate changing situations.

Another indication of the negative economic impact of the pandemic is the year over year decrease in California of personal consumption expenditures of over four percent from 2019 to 2020, as calculated by the Department of Commerce’s Bureau of Economic Analysis (BEA). The BEA calculated San Bernardino County’s gross domestic product which inc rease from $96.7 million in 2019 to $97 million in 2020.

State level calculations, which are more current, show the negative economic impact cause by the pandemic. According to the BEA, in 2020, California GPD fell for the first time in ten years.

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MA-60 BROADBAND NEEDS OF HOUSING OCCUPIED

BY LOW- AND MODERATE-INCOME HOUSEHOLDS
Describe the need for broadband wiring and connections for households, including low- and moderate-income households and neighborhoods.

Broadbandnow.com is a widely used source of information about internet availability throughout the county and reports Victorville residents have several options for broadband internet service. According to Federal Communications Commission (FCC) three percent of consumers only have access to one or fewer wired internet providers at their address and the average download speed is almost 194 megabits per second (mbps). The responses to the Resident Survey show a relatively low rate of connectivity given the FCC data. This could be due to the small sample size of the survey.

Figure 32:Resident Survey
Describe the need for increased competition by having more than one broadband Internet service provider serve the jurisdiction.

According to the FCC, 97 percent of Victorville has access to at least two wired internet providers at their address. Throughout the City , residents are serviced by multiple internet service providers who offer high speed internet. Providers include, Spectrum, Viasat, HughesNet, Frontier Communications, T -Mobile, and Ultra. According to the Resident Survey, most pay $50 to $100 per month for internet service provided by Spectrum or Frontier.

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Figure 33:Resident Survey

Figure 34: Resident Survey

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MA-65 HAZARD MITIGATION, VICTORVILLE
Describe the jurisdiction’s increased natural hazard risks associated with climate change.

The City of Victorville’s Hazard Mitigation Plan has been approved by Cal OES, FEMA, and City Council. The Plan is based on extensive research and community engagement and intended to mitigate the effects of natural disasters and return to “the norm” soone r, while also building back better so the community is more advantageously positioned for future disasters. Such planning is required by FEMA to receive federal disaster mitigation funds.

Through multivariate analysis Victorville’s risks were quantified and ranked. Across 13 hazards, four were ranked as high. From greatest to least those risks are Earthquake/ Seismic, Flash Flood, Climate Change, Dam Inundation, Drought, Power Failure/ PSPS, Terrorism, Pandemic, Pipeline Rupture HAZMAT Release, Extreme Heat, High Winds/ Severe Storm, Aviation Accident, Fire/ Wildfire.

Victorville’s mitigation goals are as follows:
• Goal 1: Protect life, property, and reduce potential injuries from natural, technological, and human- caused hazards, including catastrophic threats posed by the DWR owned Cedar Springs Dam and the USACE owned Mohave Forks Dam which are high hazard dams and a major earthquake hazard. • Goal 2: Improve public understanding of and support for the need for hazard mitigation measures.
• Goal 3: Promote disaster resistance for Victorville’s natural, existing, and future built environment.
• Goal 4: Strengthen partnerships and collaboration to implement hazard mitigation activities.
• Goal 5: Enhance the City’s ability to effectively and immediately respond to disasters.

Describe the vulnerability of housing occupied by low- and moderate- income households to these risks.

Most of the respondents to the Resident Survey feel somewhat prepared for a disaster (Figure 25: Resident Survey.). Low- and moderate-income residents and special needs populations are especially vulnerable to the risks of c limate-related hazards. The residences of low - and moderate -income households are more often in worse condition and thus are more susceptible to external weather conditions such as extreme heat. Likewise, elderly residents are at a greater risk during extreme weather events such as extreme heat events.

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Figure 35: Resident Survey

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Strategic Plan
SP-05 OVERVIEW
The Strategic Plan is a guide for the City of Victorville to establish its housing, community and economic development priorities, strategies, and goals for the investment of Community Development Block Grant (CDBG) funds from HUD over the next five years, beginning July 1, 2022, and ending June 30, 2026. The priority needs and goals established in this Strategic Plan are based on analysis of information including the results of the City’s 2022 Resident and Stakeholder Surveys, focus groups, and housing and community development data elements required by HUD in the online Consolidated Plan system (the eCon Planning Suite) from the 2013-2017 American Community Survey (ACS) 5 -Year Estimates and the Comprehensive Housing Affordability Strategy (CHAS) covering the same period. Additional sources of information used to identify needs and establish priorities were obtained through consultation with local nonprofit agencies involved in the development of affordable housing and the delivery of public services to low - and moderate -income people, persons with special needs and those at risk of homelessness.

In consideration of community input and available data, the five priority needs listed below are established as part of this Strategic Plan.
• Supportive services for the homeless and those at risk of homelessness • Human services
• Housing programs
• Accessibility and mobility
• Economic Development
Consistent with HUD’s national goals for the CDBG and HOME programs to provide decent housing opportunities, maintain a suitable living environment and expand economic opportunities for low- and moderate-income residents, the priority needs listed above will be addressed over the next five years through the implementation of CDBG- and HOME -funded activities aligned with the following nine measurable Strategic Plan goals as elaborated in Section SP-45:

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Goal Name Category Need(s) Addressed Goal Outcome
Indicator

2. Decent and
affordable
housing for
consortia
residents
Affordable
Housing
Housing programs Homeowner
housing
rehabilitation: 300
household housing
units

3. Expand access to
essential services
and amenities
Non-housing
community
development
Accessibility and
mobility
Economic
Development

Public Facility of
Infrastructure other
than Low /
Moderate-Income
Housing Benefit:
500 people
Businesses – 10
business
Table 20 - Strategic Plan Summary
Historically, the City of Victorville has used CDBG funding to support activities that meet one of the aforementioned goals or similar goals established in the prior Consolidated Plan. Over the next five years, the City will continue to support public services through CDBG public service grants and other local funds that meet the goals of this Strategic Plan.

The City has established the following priority ranking system for housing and community development activities to be funded over the next five years:
• High Priority: Activities meeting a high priority Strategic Plan Goal are expected to be funded during the 2022-2026 period.
• Low Priority: Activities meeting a low priority Strategic Plan Goal may be considered for funding if sufficient funds are available after high priority activities are funded, up to but not exceeding the five -year goal outcome indicator set forth in this Strategic Plan.

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SP-10 GEOGRAPHIC PRIORITIES
Describe the basis for allocating investments geographically within the jurisdiction (or within the EMSA for HOPWA)
According to data from the 2013-2017 American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates in HUD’s eCon Planning Suite for the Consolidated Plan, the City's household median income is $ 47,895. Evaluation of maps generated through HUD's Community Planning and Development mapp ing system (CPD Maps) reveals one Census Tract, the majority of which falls outside of the City limits, where the median income is less than 50 percent of AMI, it is above 50 percent of AMI in the remaining census tracts.

HUD allows CDBG grantees to implement certain activities such as initial construction or expansion of community facilities and infrastructure that benefit certain neighborhoods or villages (but not the entire City) provided the entire service area for the facility or infrastructure is pri marily residential and where at least 51 percent of residents are low- and moderate-income. In the majority of Census Tracts in Victorville over 51 percent of residents earn less than 80 percent of AMI. According to CPD maps, there are five Census tracts (98.00, 99.04, 99.05, 99.12, and 99.13) within Victorville City limits where over 49 percent of household incomes exceed 80 percent of AMI.

The Consortia will use a place-based strategy to distribute funding. It is the Consortia’s intent to fund construction activities in the areas most directly affected by the needs of low-income residents and those with other special needs. Where appropriate the Annual Action Plan will direct investment geographically to an area benefit neighborhood. The area benefit cate gory is the most used national objective for activities benefitting a residential neighborhood. An area benefit activity is one that benefits all residents, where at least 51 percent are low- and moderate-income. Public infrastructure improvements are an area benefit activity when they are in a predominantly low- and moderate-income neighborhood.

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SP-25 PRIORITY NEEDS
Priority Need Supportive services for the homeless and those at risk of homelessness
Priority Level High
Population Extremely Low-;
Large Families; Families with Children; Elderly
Chronically homeless; Individuals; Families with Children; Mentally Ill; Chronic Substance Abuse; Veterans; Persons with HIV/AIDS, Victims of Domestic Violence; Unaccompanied Youth;
Geographic
Areas
Citywide
Associated
Goals
Provide suitable living environments for residents
Description The City of Victorville holds this as a high priority and will support CDBG public service activities which help prevent homelessness and support efforts for a structured path to stable housing for individuals and families who become homeless. This priority will be addressed with CDBG and other public funds along with
contributions from the private sector.

Basis for
Relative
Priority
According to the 2020 Point-In Time Count, there were 2,842 people living in homelessness, the majority (2,365) of whom were unsheltered. Across all focus group s the need for wrap around homeless services and facilities were identified as a high priority need. The homeless service providers and food bank focus group spoke directly to the expansive and complicated needs of those who are homeless and at risk of homelessness. Homeless services were identified by residents in the 2022 Consolidated Plan survey and in consultation with community stakeholders as both in high need and a high priority.

Priority Need Human services
Priority Level High
Population Extremely Low; Low; Moderate,
Large Families; Families with Children; Elderly; Public Housing Residents

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Elderly; Frail Elderly; Persons with Mental Disabilities; Persons with Physical Disabilities; Persons with Developmental Disabilities; Persons with Alcohol of Other Addictions; Persons with HIV/ AIDS and their Families; Victims of DV; Non -Housing Community Development
Geographic
Areas Citywide
Associated
Goals
Provide suitable living environments for residents
Description The City of Victorville holds this as a high priority and will support CDBG public service activities which help support individuals and families with individual and group development. This priority will be addressed with CDBG and other public funds along with
contributions from the private sector.

Basis for
Relative
Priority
The City of Victorville’s Strategic Plan for calls for a range of services for low - and moderate -income residents and those with special needs as a high priority. The top four highly needed and highest priority public services, excluding homeless services, according to the 2022 Consolidated Plan Resident Survey, are as follows: mental health, youth services, and services for abused and neglected children. The need for public services will be addressed with CDBG and other public funds along with contributions from the private sector. These results were echoed by participants in five focus groups: homeless services and food banks, education and youth services, public services, veterans, elderly and disabled services, and faith-based organizations.

Throughout San Bernardino County, including Victorville, maintaining mental health, and appropriate services for youth including abandoned and neglected children is a high priority. - Nearly 17 percent of San Bernardino Count y residents had mental illness in 2017, and only about eight percent received mental health services, according to the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services Substance Abuse and Mental
Health Services Administration (SAMHSA).
- population, including ch ildren will have PTSD at some point in their lives. Applying those rates to the 121, 000 residents of the Victorville, approximately 7,303 suffer from PTSD.
- In Victorville children under the age of six are present in 4,890 households with incomes below 80 percent of AMI.

The National Center reports an estimated six percent of the

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Priority Need Housing programs
Priority Level High
Population Extremely Low; Low; Moderate
Large Families; Families with Children; Elderly; Public Housing Residents
Elderly; Persons with Physical Disabilities; Victims of Domestic Violence
Geographic
Areas Citywide
Associated
Goals Decent and affordable housing for consortia residents.

Description Preservation and creation of new affordable housing is necessary to meet the housing needs in Victorville and the Apple Valley - Victorville Consortium. Preservation of the physical and functional integrity of existing housing units occupied by low - and moderate- income households is a cost -effective way to invest limited resources to retain existing housing units already affordable to low- and moderate-income households in the community. Create new housing affordable to extremely low -, low- and mo derate-income households through development of subsidized rental housing.

Basis for
Relative
Priority
There are tens of thousands of households in the Apple Valley - Victorville consortium that experience housing cost burden and need more affordable housi ng. Almost 39 percent of the Apple Valley-Victorville consortium households that earn less than 50 percent of AMI are renters who experience a severe cost burden, making these households the most at risk of homelessness.

Furthermore, for 16,115 households earning below 50 percent of AMI there are only 5,775 affordable units in the consortium. According to ACS and CHAS data, 19,649 households earning less than 80 percent of AMI are cost burdened— meaning those households pay more than 30 percent of income for housing costs and 10,980 households are severely cost burdened — meaning they pay more than 50 percent of income for housing costs.

As the City's housing stock ages, a growing percentage of housing units may need rehabilitation to allow them to remain safe and habitable. Low- and moderate -income homeowners , as well a s owners of multi-family properties, may not be financially positioned to properly maintain their investments. Homeowners and renters who have fixed incomes may struggle to keep up their homes and be unable afford an increase to their rent.

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The age and condition of Victorville’s housing stock is an important indicator of potential rehabilitation needs. Almost 79 percent of housing in the Apple Valley -Victorville consortium has been constructed since 1980. Commonly, housing over 30 years of age needs some form of major rehabilitation, such as roof replacement, foundation work and plumbing systems. Housing over 20 years of age will generally exhibit deficiencies in terms of paint, weatherization, heating / air -conditioning systems, hot water heaters and finish plumbing fixtures.

According to CHAS data showing the year housing units were built categorized by owner and renter tenure:
• Built 2000 or later 12,190 or about 37 percent of the 32,975 owner-occupied housing units;
• Built 1980 -1999 15,245 or 46 percent of the 32,975 -owner occupied housing units;
• Built 2000 or later 6,735 or approximately 29 percent of the 23,575 renter-occupied housing units; and
• Built 1980 -1999 10,475 or 50 percent of the 23,575 renter occupied housing units.

In the Apple Valley -Victorville consortium, of units constructed before 1980 occupied by households earning below 80 percent of AMI, about 46 percent (5,425 households) are renters and 20 percent (2,389 households) are owners.

Throughout the Apple Valley -Victorville Consortium and in Victorville specifically residents and stakeholders expressed need for housing services and expanded/ improved types of housing through focus groups and surveys. Focus group participants voices the overall need for affordable housing and the specific needs for senior housing, rental rehab, and utility assistance. The surveys show a high need for the following housing services: rehab program
encompassing energy efficient improvements and general rehab as well as code enforcement. The surveys show affordable rental housing and senior housing are in the top three highest priority and most highly needed types of housing facilities
Priority Need Accessibility and mobility
Priority Level High
Population Extremely Low; Low; Moderate
Large Families; Families with Children; Elderly
Elderly; Frail Elderly; Persons with Physical Disabilities

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Table 21 – Priority Needs Summary
Narrative (Optional)
The City will incorporate the above goals along with specific needs identified through community engagement in considering funding applications f or each of its five Action Plans covered by the 2022-2026 Consolidated Plan.

Pursuant to CDBG regulations, all projects must meet one of three national objectives set forth by the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD): (1) Benefit low- and moderate-income households, (2) Aid in the elimination/ prevention of slum and blight, or (3) Meet and urgent need (catastrophic events). Pursuant to HOME regulations, HOME funds are specifically focused on affordable housing activities and may be used to develop and support affordable rental housing and homeownership opportunities. Recommended project for funding should be Geographic
Areas
Citywide;
Associated
Goals
Expand access to essential services and amenities; Economic Development
Description Develop and support efforts to improve mobility in the community; identify and remove barriers that impede accessibility; support transit systems, mass and specialized, that enable residents to access destination for employment, edu cation, and other essential purposes; support collaborative efforts to improve community and regional transit.

Economic Development activities will include commercial rehabilitation, which includes exterior improvements and code compliance; micro-enterprise development to include training and technical assistance and other support services to increase the capacity of grantees to carry out microenterprise activities; water and sewer projects.

Basis for
Relative
Priority
Focus group participants voiced the need for improved mobility within the city and access to points beyond the city.

Based on the results of the Consolidated Plan Resident Survey and input from community workshops and consultations, the City of Victorville places a low priority on employment training and loans/ grants to small businesses owned and operated by low - and moderate-income residents as a pathway out of poverty. This priority will be addressed with CDBG and other public funds along with contributions from the private sector.

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consistent with addressing the needs identified, and priority strategies developed, in each five-year Consolidated Plan.

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SP-35 ANTICIPATED RESOURCES
Introduction
During the five-year period of the Consolidated Plan from July 1, 2022, to June 30, 2026, the City of Victorville anticipates investing an estimated $7,133,580 of CDBG funds to support the goals of this Strategic Plan. The annual allocation of CDBG is subject to federal appropriations and changes in demographic data used in HUD’s formulas . It is anticipated for the 2022-2023 Program Year the City will receive $1,447,740 in CDBG funds.

Program Uses of Funds
Expected Amount Available Year 1 Expected
Amount
Available
Remainder
of Con
Plan
Narrative
Description Annual
Allocation
Program
Income
Prior Year
Resources Total
CDBG
Acquisition
Admin and
Planning
Economic
Development
Housing
Public
Improvements
Public
Services
$1,447,740 TBD $272,115 $1,719,855 $5,790,960
Based on
2021-2022
FY
allocation
from HUD.

Table 22- Anticipated Resources
Explain how federal funds will leverage those additional resources (private, state and local funds), including a description of how matching requirements will be satisfied.

The City of Victorville is a HOME Consortium member with the Town of Apple Valley.

The Consortium is expected to receive HOME funding which can be lev eraged with CDBG funding if used for affordable housing. The City of Victorville will leverage HOME funding if future projects are presented during the next five years. The HOME program requires a 25 percent match based on fund expenditure. The HOME statute provides a reduction of the matching contribution requirement under three conditions: 1) Fiscal distress; 2) Severe fiscal distress, and 3) Presidentially declared major disasters covered under the Stafford Act. The Consortium has been identified by HUD as a severely fiscally distressed jurisdiction and has been granted a 100 percent match reduction for the fiscal year 2021 -2022. The Consortium expects this designation to occur in 2022-2023 as well.

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Depending on the financing structure of a given activity, it may be advantageous for the City to use CDBG funds to leverage appropriate state, local and private resources, including but not limited to those listed below.

Federal Resources
• American Rescue Plan Act (ARPA)
• Continuum of Care (CoC) Program
• HUD Veterans Affairs supportive Housing (HUD-VASH)
• Supportive Housing for the Elderly (Section 202)
• Supportive Housing for Persons with Disabilities (Section 811) • Housing Opportunities for Persons with AIDS (HOPWA)
• Youthbuild
• Federal Low-Income Housing Tax Credit Program
State Resources
• State Low-Income Housing Tax Credit Program
• Homekey
• Building Equity and Growth in Neighborhoods Program (BEGIN) • CalHome Program
• Multifamily Housing Program (MHP)
• Housing Related Parks Grant
• CalHFA Single and Multi-Family Program
• Mental Health Service Act (MHSA) Funding
Local Resources
• San Bernardino County CoC
• Housing Authority of San Bernardino County (HASBC)
• Southern California Home Financing Authority (SCHFA)
• City of Victorville General Fund
Private Resources
• Federal Home Loan Bank Affordable Housing Program Community Reinvestment Act Programs United Way Funding Private Contributions

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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.

Over the past year, City staff has been pursuing the development of a navigation center campus, called the “Wellness Center,” to be located at 16902 First Street, a City owned property, in accordance with City Council direction at the August 18, 2020, meeting to continue with the land use entitlement process and securing of funding for the project.

Discussion
Assuming continued level funding of the CDBG program, the City expects to spend approximately $ 7,238,700 of CDBG funds on housing, community development, public facilities, infrastructure and neighborhood services activities that promote a suitable living environment between July 20 22 and June 2026. It is anticipated that approximately $4.7 million of this will be spent on construction and housing projects and that $1 million will be spent on public services. Anticipated projects include:
• Housing rehab,
• Public Facilities Improvements (including fire suppression.), and • Public Services.

Assuming the continued funding level of the CDBG program, the City may allocate CDBG funds for economic opportunity activities to support the development and expansion of local small businesses during this next Consolidated Planning cycle through its Office of Economic Development with its microenterprise assistance program.

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SP-40 INSTITUTIONAL DELIVERY STRUCTURE
Table 24- Institutional Delivery Structure – provides an overview of the institutional structure through which the City of Victorville will carry out its Consolidated Plan including private industry, nonprofit organizations, and public institutions.

Responsible Entity Responsible Entity
Type
Role Geographic Area
Served
Victorville Government Economic
Development
Homelessness
Non-homeless
special needs
Ownership
Planning
Rental
neighborhood
improvements
public facilities
public services
Jurisdiction
Apple Valley Government Economic
Development
Homelessness
Non-homeless
special needs
Ownership
Planning
Rental
neighborhood
improvements
public facilities
public services
Jurisdiction
San Bernardino
County Continuum
of Care
Continuum of care Homelessness
Planning
Other
Housing Authority of
the County of San
Bernardino County
PHA Homelessness
Public Housing
Rental
Region
Inland Fair Housing
and Mediation Board
Ownership
Rental
Region
Table 23- Institutional Delivery Structure

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Assess of Strengths and Gaps in the Institutional Delivery System The institutional delivery system in Victorville is high-functioning and collaborative— particularly the relationship between local government and the nonprofit sector comprised of a network of capable non- profit organizations that are delivering a full range of services to residents. The primary gap in the delivery system is inadequate resources to address all documented needs. As a result, even projects with a high priority may have to wait to be funded as listed institutions continue to seek additional funding sources.

Availability of services targeted to homeless persons and persons with HIV and mainstream services
Homelessness Prevention
Services
Available in the
Community
Targeted to
Homeless
Targeted to
People with HIV
Homelessness Prevention Services
Counseling/Advocacy X X X
Legal Assistance X X X
Mortgage Assistance X X X
Rental Assistance X X X
Utilities Assistance X X X
Street Outreach Services
Law Enforcement X X X
Mobile Clinics X X X
Other Street Outreach
Services X X X
Supportive Services
Alcohol & Drug Abuse X X X
Child Care X X X
Education X X X
Employment and
Employment Training X X X
Healthcare X X X

HIV/AIDS X X X
Life Skills X X X
Mental Health
Counseling X X X
Transportation X X X
Table 24 - Homeless Prevention Services Summary

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Describe how the service delivery system including, but not limited to, the services listed above meet the needs of homeless persons (particularly chronically homeless individuals and families, families with children, veterans and their families, and unaccompanied youth)
The City of Victorville works jointly with the Town of Apple Valley as a consortium to provide housing to their jurisdictions. Together, they participate in the San Bernardino County’s Continuum of Care (COC), which provides funding and a network of resources for homeless abatement. The COC provides emergency shelter, supportive services, transitional and permanent housing. Victorville commits s taff to the COC planning and implementation process and provides the COC Steering Committee critical information regarding the types of resources and programs Victorville currently funds to assist the homeless.

Describe the strengths and gaps of the service delivery system for special needs population and persons experiencing homelessness, including, but not limited to, the services listed above.

The Apple Valley -Victorville Consortium has a long track record of successful partnerships among public and pri vate sector entities. The delivery system for the HUD grant program is no exception. Communication and cooperation is strong between the Consortium the San Bernardino County Homeless Coalition, including partner agencies, and the Housing Authority of the C ounty of San Bernardino . City staff continues to work closely with the other organizations to improve regulatory compliance, monitoring, cooperation and partnerships among agencies and technical capacity of organizations involved in project delivery.

The s ingle most significant gap in the service delivery system remains the lack of available funding to support local programs in Victorville and the Consortium for special needs populations and persons experiencing homelessness. In Victorville, this funding is limited to 15 percent of the annual allocation of CDBG funds. The City is not a direct recipient of Emergency Solutions Grant (ESG) funds; therefore, most of the HUD funding to address homelessness is available through the San Bernardino County Continuum of Care. State funding has been reduced with several years of fiscal challenges for the State of California and City funds for this purpose are limited. It has been difficult to accommodate increasing levels of need in the community and increases in the cost of providing services to homeless and special needs populations.

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Provide a summary of the strategy for overcoming gaps in the institutional structure and service delivery system for carrying out a strategy to address priority needs.

To address the lack of resources necessary to fully address the needs of special needs populations and persons experiencing homelessness, the City continues to work with its nonprofit service providers to explore alternate funding sources and encourages the identification of alternate revenue streams.

The City of Victorville is undertaking several initiatives to address homelessness and housing instability. In December 2021, the City announced it was awarded a $28 million Homekey award from the California Department of Housing and Community Development for the construction and operational support of its Wellness Center Campus. The campus is a critical component of the City’s strategy to reduce homelessness. Combining a low-barrier emergency shelter, recuperative care facility, medical clinic, interim housing, and wraparound support services. Construction is expected to begin in 2022.

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SP-45 GOALS SUMMARY
Goal Name Time
Period Category Geographic
Area
Needs
Addressed Funding Goal Outcome
Indicator
Goal 1
Provide suitable
living
environments
for residents
2022 –
202620
27 Affordable
Housing
Homeless
Non-
Homeless
Special
Needs
Non-Housing
Community
Development
Citywide Supportive
services for
the homeless
and those at
risk of
homelessnes
s
Human
services
CDBG:
$4,731,534
Public
service
activities for
low/
moderate
income
housing
benefit:
17,490
people, 2,500
households,
135
structures
Description: Support the development of “one stop” resource centers to assist homeless persons to acquire the necessary documentation and consultation (mental and physical health, nutrition, job skills training, identification, social security and disability benefits, etc.) to achieve reentry into employment and housing; food and nutrition services; utility assistance; support for the Homeless Outreach Proactive Enforcement (HOPE) program; support public safety efforts; provide resource directories for all available services; and encourage collaboration between agencies, faith-based organizations and other stakeholder to unify services.

Goal 2
Decent and
affordable
housing for
consortia
residents
2022 –
2026
Affordable
Housing
Citywide Housing
programs
CDBG:
$987,656

Homeowner
housing
rehabilitation
: 100
household
housing
units

Description: Transitional shelters; affordable housing for multi-family, single family, veterans; rehabilitation owner-occupied and rental; down payment assistance; code enforcement activity to improve neighborhood aesthetics and values; reduce overcrowding in occupied properties; consider establishing rent control for affordability; encourage collaboration between public agencies, developers, investors and other stakeholder to develop a wide range of housing development.

Goal 3
Expand access
to essential
services and
amenities
2022 –
2026
Non-housing
community
development
Citywide Accessibility
and mobility
Economic
Development
CDBG:
$500,000
Public
Facility of
Infrastructur
e other than
Low /
Moderate-
Income
Housing

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Goal Name Time
Period Category Geographic
Area
Needs
Addressed Funding Goal Outcome
Indicator
Description: Develop and support efforts to improve mobility within the community and to points outside of the community, from expansion of paved sidewalks and streets to partnerships with public and privately-owned shared transportation services from buses to cars, to bikes and scooters.

Economic Development activities will include commercial rehabilitation, which includes exterior improvements and code compliance; micro -enterprise development to include training and technical assistance and other support services to increase the capacity of grantees to carry out microenterprise activities; water and sewer projects.

Benefit: 500
people
10 businesses
assisted
Goal 4
Administration
2022 -
2026
All Citywide All CDBG:
$1,447,74
0 N/A
Description: Provide for the timely and compliant administration of the CDBG, ESG, and HOME programs in accordance with HUD policy and federal regulations. HUD requires the City to represent Administration funds as a “goal” within the Strategic Plan so that the sources of funds (refer to Section SP-35) are fully allocated to goals.

Table 25 – Goals Summary
Estimate the number of extremely low-income, low-income, and moderate-income families to whom the jurisdiction will provide affordable housing as defined by HOME 91.315(b)(2)
State law required jurisdictions to provide for their share of regional housing needs.

As part of the Regional Housing Needs Assessment (RHNA) the Southern California Association of Governments (SCAG) determines the housing growth needs by income category for the cities within its jurisdiction, which include the City of Victorville. RHNA determination for the City of Victorville for the 2021-2029 period is to provide adequate sites for the construction of 8,165 new dwelling units. Of these new units, 1,735 should be affordable to very low-income, 1,136 should be affordable to low income, and 1,504 should be affordable to moderate-income households.

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SP-65 LEAD BASED PAINT HAZARDS
Actions to address LBP hazards and increase access to housing without LBP hazards.

The Residential Lead Based Paint Hazard Reduction Act of 1992 (Title X) emphasizes prevention of childhood lead poisoning through housing -based approaches. This strategy requires the City to implement programs that protect children living in older housing from lead hazards.

Overall, the City has a relatively new housing stock . Therefore, lead -based paint hazards are not an extensive issue in Victorville. According to ACS data, about 79 percent Victorville’s housing stock was built after 1979, when the use of lead -based paint was outlawed, meaning that the residents of these homes should not be at risk of lead-based paint hazards. Only those units constructed prior to January 1, 1978, are presumed to have the potential to contain lead- based paint. In these units, the best way to have reasonable assurance that lead-based paint hazards are not present is to have the painted surfaces tested.

According to the City of Victorville Residential Rehabilitation Program, a typical lead- based paint screening survey costs approximately $5 00 to $1,000 . To reduce lead - based paint hazards, the City of Victorville takes the following actions:
• Include lead testing and abatement procedures, as required, in all residential rehabilitation activities falling under Strategic Plan Goal No. 2 for units built prior to January 1, 1978.
• Educate residents on the health hazards of lead-based paint through brochures and encourage screening children for elevated blood-lead levels. • Disseminate brochures about lead hazards through organizations such as the Inland Fair Housing Council and the City’s residential rehabilitation activities.

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

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How are the actions listed above integrated into housing policies and procedures?
In accordance with federal regulation the Town of Apple Valley and the City of Victorville have established policies regarding the identification of lead -based paint (LBP) hazards. Housing build prior to 1978 must undergo lead- based paint testing prior receiving funding for rehabilitation. If deteriorated lead-based paint surfaces are found, they must be stabilized during the rehabilitation of the property. Abatement must be performed by a certified lead- based paint assessor prior to the issuance of the Notice of Completion. The Cons ortia will continue to maintain policies and procedures to increase assess to housing without LBP hazards. CDBG and HOME funding is not provided until it is determined properties are free of LBP hazards.

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SP-70 ANTI-POVERTY STRATEGY
Jurisdiction Goals, Prog rams and Policies for reducing the number of Poverty-Level Families.

Poverty continues to be a significant challenge in Victorville and the Consortium .

According to the 2013-2017 American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates, there are 26,480 Victorville residents living below the poverty level. Of these residents, 9.479, over a quarter, are children under the age of 18.

To meaningfully address this challenge, each of the goals included in the 2022 -2026 Strategic Plan is aligned to support activities promoting the availability of affordable housing and provide essential services that directly benefit low - and moderate - income residents. In the implementation of the Strategic Plan, the City will prioritize funding for activities that most effectively address these goals over the next five years.

This strategy will emphasize using CDBG funds to help individuals and families rise out of poverty to long-term self-sufficiency.

The implementation of CDBG activities meeting the goals established in this Strategic Plan will help to reduce the number of poverty-level families by:
• Supporting a continuum of housing and public service programs to prevent and eliminate homelessness.
• Supporting expansion of housing affordable to low - and moderate -income households through development of new and preservation of existing housing. • Supporting public services for low - and moderate-income residents including the elderly, veterans, those with special needs and those at -risk of homelessness offered by nonprofit organizations receiving CDBG funds; and • Support access to services, employment center, and amenities and mobility within the city and to surrounding areas.
• Promoting economic opportunity for low - and moderate -income residents through workforce training and small business assistance.

In addition to these local efforts, mainstream state and federal resources also contribute to reducing the number of individuals and families in poverty. Federal programs such as the Earned Income Tax Credit and Head Start provide a pathway out of pove rty for families who are ready to pursue employment and educational opportunities. In California, the primary programs that assist families in poverty are CalWORKS, CalFresh (formerly food stamps) and Medi-Cal. Together, these programs provide individuals and families with employment assistance, subsidy for food, medical care, childcare, and cash payments to meet basic needs such as housing,

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nutrition and transportation. Other services are available to assist persons suffering from substance abuse, domestic violence, and mental illness.

How are the Jurisdiction poverty reducing goals, programs, and policies coordinated with this affordable housing plan?
Victorville’s Strategic Plan goals are aligned to benefit low - and moderate -income residents and to reduce the number of poverty-level families. For example, the goal of decent and affordable housing for families earning less than 30, 50 and 80 percent of AMI will preserve and provide additional affordable housing options for families transitioning from activities funded under the Homelessness Services goal. It will also include activities targeted to families who own their residence but lack the resources to address emergency repairs or maintain the property in compliance with City codes and standards. Addressing substandard or emergency housing conditions allows low- and moderate-income families to maintain housing stability while also guaranteeing that all economic segments of the community live in decent housing . The goal to provide suitable living environments will include funding for activities targeted to families in poverty and other low - and moderate -income households with specific service needs. Providing this range of targeted services allows children, families, seniors, and re sidents with special needs in Victorville appropriate support and resources to thrive.

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

Technical Assistance
To enhance compliance with federal program regulations, the City provides an annual Notice of F unding Availability workshop to review the Annual Action Plan goals, program requirements and available resources with potential applicants. After the Action Plan is approved, a mandatory subrecipient workshop is held to review program regulations in detail, to provide useful forms and resources for documenting compliance and to review the City’s compliance procedures and requirements.

Additionally, individualized technical assistance is provided on an as -needed basis throughout a program year.

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

Subrecipients are required to submit an audit and other documentation to establish their capacity, and any findings noted in the audit are revie wed with the applicant.

Eligible applications are then considered for funding. Once funded, desk monitoring includes ongoing review of required quarterly performance reports. For CDBG public service activities, an on-site monitoring is conducted at least once every two years or yearly, or more frequently as needed to ensure compliance. These reviews include both a fiscal and programmatic review of the subrecipient’s activities. The reviews

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determine if the subrecipient is complying with the program regulati ons and City contract. Areas routinely reviewed include overall administration, financial systems, appropriateness of program expenditures, program delivery, client eligibility determination and documentation, reporting systems, and achievement toward achieving contractual goals. Following the monitoring visit, a written report is provided delineating the results of the review and any findings of non- compliance and the required corrective action. Subrecipients normally have 30 days to provide the City with corrective actions taken to address any noted findings. Individualized technical assistance is provided, as noted above as soon as compliance concerns are identified.

For CDBG capital projects, monitoring also includes compliance with regulatory agreement requirements and may include annual monitoring to ensure renter occupied units’ household income, rent and utility allowance comply with applicable limits pursuant to the affordability covenant.

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2022-2023 Action Plan
AP-15 EXPECTED RESOURCES
During the five-year period of the Consolidated Plan from July 1, 2022, to June 30, 2026, the City of Victorville anticipates investing an estimated $7.2 million of CDBG funds to support the goals of this Strategic Plan. The annual allocation of CDBG, is subject to federal appropriations and changes in demographic data used in HUD’s formulas for each respective program.

For the 2022-2023 Program Year, the City expects to receive approximately $1,447,740 of CDBG funds. When combined with available prior year resources, the 2022-2023 Action Plan allocates about $1,683,386 of CDBG funds to program activities that will be implemented from July 1, 2022, to June 30, 2023.

HOME Housing;
rehabilitation,
construction
$538,967 TBD $0.00 $538,967 $2,160,000
Based on
2021-2022
FY
allocation
from HUD
Table 26 - Anticipated Resources
Explain how federal funds will leverage those additional resources (private, state and local funds), including a description of how matching requirements will be satisfied.

The City does not require programs/ projects to provide matching funds. However, it is common for CDBG funded cons truction projects to include the use of non -federal funds.

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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 Victorville is undertaking several initiatives to address homelessness and housing instability. In December 2021, the City announced it was awarded a $28 million Homekey award from the California Department of Housing and Community Development for the construction and operational suppo rt of its Wellness Center Campus. The campus is a critical component of the City’s strategy to reduce homelessness. Combining a low-barrier emergency shelter, recuperative care facility, medical clinic, interim housing, and wraparound support services. Con struction is expected to begin in 2022.

Discussion
The City of Victorville shares overall responsibility for meeting the priority needs identified in the Strategic Plan with many other organizations. The City is responsible for using CPD entitlement funds to address the needs of low- and moderate-income residents. Other City departments and organizations provide services to low - and moderate-income residents by utilizing funding from federal, state, local and private resources.

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AP-20 ANNUAL GOALS AND OBJECTIVES
Goals Summary Information
Goal Name Time
Period Category Geograp
hic Area
Needs
Addressed Funding Goal Outcome
Indicator
Goal 1
Provide suitable
living
environments
for residents
2022 –
2023
Affordable
Housing
Homeless
Non-
Homeless
Special
Needs
Non-Housing
Community
Development
Citywide Supportive
services for
the homeless
and those at
risk of
homelessness
Human
services
CDBG:
$517,161

Public service
activities for
low/ moderate
income
housing
benefit: 500
people, 10
households,
1 structure
Description: Support the development of “one stop” resource centers to assist homeless persons to acquire the necessary documentation and consultation (mental and physical health, nutrition, job skills training, identification, social security and disability benefits, etc.) to achieve reentry into employment and housing; food and nutrition services; utility assistance; support for the Homeless Outreach Proactive Enforcement (HOPE) program; support public safety efforts; provide resource directories for all available services; and encourage collaboration between agencies, faith-based organizations and other stakeholder to unify services.

Goal 2
Decent and
affordable
housing for
consortia
residents
2022 –
2023
Affordable
Housing
Citywide Housing
programs
CDBG:
$491,031

Homeowner
housing
rehabilitation:
60 household
housing units

Goal 3
Expand access
to essential
services and
amenities
2022 –
2023
Non-housing
community
development
Citywide Accessibility
and mobility
Economic
Development
CDBG:
$150,000
Public Facility
of
Infrastructure
other than Low
/ Moderate-
Income
Housing
Benefit: 10
people

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Goal Name Time
Period Category Geograp
hic Area
Needs
Addressed Funding Goal Outcome
Indicator
Description: Develop and support efforts to improve mobility within the community and to points outside of the community, from expansion of paved sidewalks and streets to partnerships with public and privately -owned shared transportation services from buses to cars, to bikes and scooters.

Businesses: 10
business

Goal 4
Administration
2022
-
2023
All Citywide All CDBG:
$289,548

Description: Provide for the timely and compliant administration of the CDBG, ESG, and HOME programs in accordance with HUD policy and federal regulations. HUD requires the City to represent Administration funds as a “goal” within the Strategic Plan so that the sources of funds (refer to Section SP-35) are fully allocated to goals.

Table 27 – Goals Summary

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AP-35 PROJECTS
Introduction
To address the high priority needs identified in the Strategic Plan, the City of Victorville will invest CDBG, funds in projects that preserve existing affordable housing, provide fair housing services, provide services to low - and moderate -income resident s including youth and seniors, provide services to residents with special needs, prevent homelessness and improve City public facilities. Together, these projects will address the needs of low- and moderate-income Victorville residents. 2022-2023 Projects

1. Operation School Bell

2. Improving the Education Outcomes of Victorville Foster Youth

3. Youth Drop in Center - Fam Spot

4. Behavioral Health Care

5. Homeless Shelter and Homeless Related Services

6. Fair Housing Services

7. MMK 21st Century Learning Education Enrichment Academies

8. Resources and Referrals for Families

9. Victims of Violence Program

10. Food and Disaster Relief Program for Disabled and Special Needs

11. Recreational/Educational/Arts Program for Special Needs

12. A Better Way

13. Fire Sprinkler System for Homeless Shelter

14. Route 66 Old Downtown Economic and Community Revitalization

15. Senior and Disabled Adult Home Repairs

16. Blight Abatement

17. Code Enforcement

18. Demolition

19. Residential Rehabilitation Program

22. Program Administration
Table 28 – Project Information

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Describe the reasons for allocation priorities and any obstacles to addressing underserved needs
Based on the Strategic Plan, the City is allocating 100 percent of its non-administrative CDBG investments for program year 2022-2023 to projects and activities that benefit low- and moderate -income people throughout the City. The primary obstacles to meeting the underserved needs of low- and moderate-income people include lack of funding from federal, state, and other local sources.

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AP-38 PROJECT SUMMARY

1 Project Name Operation School Bell
Target Area Citywide
Goals
Supported
Provide suitable living environments for residents
Needs
Addressed
Human services
Funding CDBG: $23,639
Description
Target Date 6/30/2022
Estimate the
number and
type of families
that will benefit
300 people will be assisted
Location
Description

Planned
Activities
Clothing for school aged children
2 Project Name Improving the Education Outcomes of Victorville Foster Youth Target Area Citywide
Goals
Supported
Provide suitable living environments for residents
Needs
Addressed
Human services
Funding CDBG: $10,000
Description
Target Date 6/30/2022
Estimate the
number and
type of families
that will benefit
28 people will be assisted
Location
Description

Planned
Activities
Advocate representation for foster youth and wards of the state 3 Project Name Youth Drop in Center - Fam Spot
Target Area Citywide

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Goals
Supported
Provide suitable living environments for residents
Needs
Addressed
Human services
Funding CDBG: $11,820
Description
Target Date 6/30/2022
Estimate the
number and
type of families
that will benefit
50 people will be assisted
Location
Description

Planned
Activities
After school youth program for 12- to 21-year-olds
4 Project Name Behavioral Health Care
Target Area Citywide
Goals
Supported
Provide suitable living environments for residents
Needs
Addressed
Human services
Funding CDBG: $19,699
Description
Target Date 6/30/2022
Estimate the
number and
type of families
that will benefit
110 people will be assisted
Location
Description

Planned
Activities
Provide behavioral health for foster youth and their foster families 5 Project Name Homeless Shelter and Homeless Related Services Target Area Citywide
Goals
Supported
Provide suitable living environments for residents
Needs
Addressed
Supportive services for the homeless and those at risk of homelessness
Funding CDBG: $31,515

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Description High Desert Homeless Services, Inc. assist homeless residents of the Victor Valley area and high desert by providing shelter and shelter related services, while they work towards regaining independence and a stable household. Services include but are not limited to shelter, meals, clothing hygiene items, telephone access, showers, and laundry facilities. Residents can attend life skill classes that include budgeting, parenting, computer classes, job search and resume writing. Childcare is provided to the residents while they attend the classes and search for job or permanent housing.

Additionally, the shelter provides showers including hygiene items to the homeless living on the streets. Showers are available on Mondays, Wednesdays, and Saturdays from 8:00 a.m. to 9:00 a.m.

Clothing is provided to those in need on Wednesdays and Thursdays from 1:00 p.m. to 3:00 p.m.

Target Date 6/30/2022
Estimate the
number and
type of families
that will benefit
150 people will be assisted
Location
Description
14049 Amargosa Road, Victorville, CA 92392
Planned
Activities
Homeless shelter operations
6 Project Name Fair Housing Services
Target Area Citywide
Goals
Supported
Provide suitable living environments for residents
Needs
Addressed
Human services
Funding CDBG: $28,000
Description Inland Fair Housing and Mediation Board (IFHMB) will intake and process fair housing and landlord tenant complaints for Victorville residents. Victorville residents will receive fair housing and landlord - tenant information, education, and mediation to assist in resolving complaints. Complaints of housing discrimination will be analyzed and investigated to determine if fair housing violations have occurred. In addition, IFHMB will provide technical assistance including training in fair housing to City officials and staff to bring awareness of HUD's Affirmatively Furthering Fair Housing requirements.

Target Date 6/30/2022
Estimate the
number and
type of families
that will benefit
180 people will be assisted

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Location
Description
1500 S. Haven Ave., Ste. 100, Ontario, CA 91761
Planned
Activities
Fair Housing services and landlord/tenant mediation
7 Project Name MMK 21st Century Learning Education Enrichment Academies Target Area Citywide
Goals
Supported
Provide suitable living environments for residents
Needs
Addressed
Human services
Funding CDBG: $10,000
Description
Target Date 6/30/2022
Estimate the
number and
type of families
that will benefit
100 people will be assisted
Location
Description

Planned
Activities
Free academies programs in science, technology engineering, arts and math
8 Project Name Resources and Referrals for Families
Target Area Citywide
Goals
Supported
Provide suitable living environments for residents
Needs
Addressed
Human services
Funding CDBG: $20,369
Description Moses House Ministries provides emergency and/or program intake resources and referrals to Victorville residents that are pregnant or low-income families with children under the age of five in need of resources.

Target Date 6/30/2022
Estimate the
number and
type of families
that will benefit
600 people will be assisted
Location
Description
15180 Anacapa Road, Victorville, CA 92392

Planned
Activities
Emergency resources and ongoing services to families with small children
9 Project Name Victims of Violence Program

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Target Area Citywide
Goals
Supported
Provide suitable living environments for residents
Needs
Addressed
Human services
Funding CDBG: $15,760
Description
Target Date 6/30/2022
Estimate the
number and
type of families
that will benefit
1,400 people will be assisted
Location
Description

Planned
Activities
Provide crisis intervention, education and safety information for victims of sexual assault
10 Project Name Food and Disaster Relief Program for Disabled and Special Needs Target Area Citywide
Goals
Supported
Provide suitable living environments for residents
Needs
Addressed
Human services
Funding CDBG: $10,895
Description
Target Date 6/30/2022
Estimate the
number and
type of families
that will benefit
180 people will be assisted
Location
Description

Planned
Activities
Provide food three times a week to families who provide proof of disability
11 Project Name Recreational/Educational/Arts Program for Special Needs Target Area Citywide
Goals
Supported
Provide suitable living environments for residents
Needs
Addressed
Human services
Funding CDBG: $11,825

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Description
Target Date 6/30/2022
Estimate the
number and
type of families
that will benefit
200 people will be assisted
Location
Description

Planned
Activities
Exercise, cooking and art classes for people with special needs 12 Project Name A Better Way
Target Area Citywide
Goals
Supported
Provide suitable living environments for residents
Needs
Addressed
Human services
Funding CDBG: $23,639
Description Victor Valley Domestic Violence will provide services to victims of domestic violence and their children. Services include emergency shelter, transitional housing, life skill classes, transportation, childcare and counseling.

Target Date 6/30/2022
Estimate the
number and
type of families
that will benefit
200 people will be assisted
Location
Description
14114 Hesperia, CA 92395
Planned
Activities
Support services for victims of domestic violence
13 Project Name Fire Sprinkler System for Homeless Shelter Target Area Citywide
Goals
Supported
Expand access to essential services and amenities
Needs
Addressed
Accessibility and mobility
Funding CDBG: $300,000
Description
Target Date 6/30/2022

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Estimate the
number and
type of families
that will benefit
100 people
Location
Description

Planned
Activities
Installation of fire sprinklers in shelter's administration and dorm buildings
14 Project Name Route 66 Old Downtown Economic and Community Revitalization Target Area Citywide
Goals
Supported
Expand access to essential services and amenities
Needs
Addressed

Funding CDBG: $150,000
Description
Target Date 6/30/2022
Estimate the
number and
type of families
that will benefit
10 businesses
Location
Description

Planned
Activities
Funds will be used to increase business and job opportunity 15 Project Name Senior and Disabled Adult Home Repairs
Target Area Citywide
Goals
Supported
Decent and affordable housing for consortia residents
Needs
Addressed
Housing programs
Funding CDBG: $34,000
Description The program performs repairs of health and welfare issues for senior citizens and disabled residents.

Target Date 6/30/2022
Estimate the
number and
type of families
that will benefit
50 households
Location
Description
Multiple throughout the city

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Planned
Activities
Minor home repair program to address health and safety issues 16 Project Name Blight Abatement
Target Area Citywide
Goals
Supported
Provide suitable living environments for residents
Needs
Addressed
Housing programs
Funding CDBG: $104,000
Description The Residential Compliance program is designed to assist income eligible property owners that have been cited to address existing Building or Sanitary code violations.

Target Date 6/30/2022
Estimate the
number and
type of families
that will benefit
20 structures
Location
Description
Multiple throughout the city
Planned
Activities
Abatement of illegal dumping, secure vacant structures
17 Project Name Code Enforcement
Target Area Citywide
Goals
Supported
Provide suitable living environments for residents
Needs
Addressed
Housing programs
Funding CDBG: $250,000
Description The program is designed to proactively implement municipal and State codes in order to maintain suitable living environments for the residents.

Target Date 6/30/2022
Estimate the
number and
type of families
that will benefit
100 households
Location
Description
Multiple throughout the city
Planned
Activities
Implementation of municipal and state housing codes
18 Project Name Demolition
Target Area Citywide

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Goals
Supported
Provide suitable living environments for residents
Needs
Addressed
Housing programs
Funding CDBG: $175,145.72
Description The Demolition and Abatement program removes dangerous structures and hazardous conditions along with abating illegally dumped trash and securing vacant/nuisance structures.

Target Date 6/30/2022
Estimate the
number and
type of families
that will benefit
7 structures
Location
Description
Multiple throughout the city
Planned
Activities
Demolition of unsafe structures
19 Project Name Residential Rehabilitation Program
Target Area Citywide
Goals
Supported
Decent and affordable housing for consortia residents
Needs
Addressed
Housing programs
Funding CDBG: $163,531; Any program income received during the 2022-2023 will be reallocated to the Residential Rehabilitation Program.

Description
Target Date 6/30/2022
Estimate the
number and
type of families
that will benefit
10 households
Location
Description
Multiple throughout the city
Planned
Activities
Rehabilitation of residential units to address health and safety issues and curb appeal
20 Project Name Administration
Target Area Citywide
Goals
Supported

Needs
Addressed

Funding CDBG: $289,548

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Description
Target Date 6/30/2022
Estimate the
number and
type of families
that will benefit

Location
Description

Planned
Activities

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AP-50 GEOGRAPHIC DISTRIBUTION
Description of the geographic areas of the entitlement (including areas of low-income and minority concentration) where assistance will be directed
The City of Victorville’s 2022-2026 Consolidated Plan did not identify specific areas of low-income and minority concentration. All CDBG funds will be directed toward activities benefitting low- and moderate-income residents citywide.

Target Area Percentage of Funds
Citywide 100%
Table 29 - Geographic Distribution
Rationale for the priorities for allocating investments geographically Not applicable.

Discussion
Based on the Strategic Plan, the City is allocating 100 percent of its non-administrative CDBG investments for program year 2022-2023 to projects and activities that benefit low- and moderate-income people citywide.

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AP-85 OTHER ACTIONS
Introduction
The City’s planned investment of CDBG, funds through the 2022-2023 Action Plan will address obstacles to fostering development of and maintaining existing affordable housing; evaluating and reducing lead-based paint hazards; reducing the number of families living in at or below the poverty line; developing institutional structure; and enhanced coordination among collaborative agencies and organizations.

Additionally, this section will identify obstacles to meeting underserved populations needs and propose action to overcome those obstacles.

Actions planned to address obstacles to meeting underserved needs The primary obstacles to meeting the underserved needs of low - and moderate - income people include lack of funding from federal, state and other local sources, and the high cost of housing that is not affordable to low -income people. To address this obstacle, at least in part, the City is investing CDBG funds in local nonprofit organizations to address the public service needs of those who are homeless, at risk of homelessness, or have incomes that are extremely low-, low-, or moderate.

The City will continue offering low -interest loans or emergency grants to low - and moderate-income Victorville homeowners using CDBG funds. The Residential Rehabilitation Program provides financing for home improvements necessary to ensure that residents can continue to live in quality housing that is already affordable to the occupants.

To address underserved needs, the City is allocating 100 percent of its non - administrative CDBG funds in Program Year 2022-2023 to projects and activities that benefit low- and moderate -income people or people presumed under HUD regulations to be low- and moderate-income.

The City will invest over $200,000 in Program Year 2022-2023 in support of ten unique local nonprofit organizations providing services to low - and mode rate-income households.

Actions planned to foster and maintain affordable housing During the 202 2-2023 Program Year, the City will use CDBG funds to continue preserving and maintaining existing affordable housing through the Residential Rehabilitation and the Senior and Disabled Adult Home Repairs Programs . The City will continue to participate in the Apple Valley -Victorville HOM E Consortium, an effective way of providing more housing resources to residents. Specifically, the Consortium will support the City’s Senior Housing Repair Program with HOME funds in FY 2022-2023.

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

Actions planned to reduce the number of poverty-level families The implementation of CDBG activities meeting the goals established in the Consolidated Plan-Strategic Plan and this Action Plan will help to reduce the number of poverty-level families by:
• Supporting activities that increase the supply of housing that is affordable to low- and moderate-income households;
• Supporting a continuum of housing and public service programs to prevent and eliminate homelessness;
• Supporting housing prese rvation programs that ensure low -income households have a safe, decent and appropriate place to live; and • Supporting public services through various nonprofits funded by CDBG that serve the community’s youth, seniors, families, veterans and residents with special needs.

The City will invest CDBG and HOME funds during the 2022 -2023 Program Year to address high priority needs identified in the Consolidated Plan including supportive services of the homeless and those at risk of homelessness, human services, and housing programs. The City will also invest CDBG funds to address individuals and families with special needs.

To address incidences of homelessness City will use CDBG to finance life and safety upgrades and shelter operations for High Desert Homeless Services , additionally Consortium HOME funds will finance the development of additional transitional housing beds through Hughes Training and Development . To address the needs of those with special needs the City will direct CDBG funds to Rockn’ Our Disabilities nutritional support and arts and wellness programming targeted toward those with disabilities. To address the housing needs of the elderly and those with disabilities the City and the HOME Consortium will fund housing rehab pro gram targeted to these populations.

Actions planned to develop institutional structure

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The institutional delivery system in Victorville is best represented through the collaboration between local government and an outstanding set of nonprofit organizations that carry out a diverse array of human service programs to enrich the lives of residents. These relationships are collaborative—each organization partnering with the next to ensure that all Victorville residents have the support necessary to lead fulfilling lives. Affordable housing development and preservation activities will be carried out by the City in partnership with housing developers and contractors.

Guided by the Strategic Plan, public service activities will be carried out by nonprofit organizations and City d epartments to serve low - and moderate-income residents.

The City will collaborate across departments on city -owned public facilities improvements and will partner closely with nonprofit organizations receiving capital improvement funds to ensure their projects are delivered on time, within budget, and in compliance with all federal, state, and local regulations.

Through technical assistance and the annual Notice of Funding Availability process commencing each November, the City continues to develop and expand local institutional structure by strengthening existing partnerships and leveraging the experience of organizations that previously have not participated in locally administered federal programs to expand the number of program offerings available to residents. The City consistently funds a variety of high-quality services that address underserved needs in Victorville.

Actions planned to enhance coordination between public and private housing and social service agencies
To enhance coordina tion between public and private housing and social service agencies, the City will welcome and encourage the participation of a wide variety of agencies and organizations that deliver housing and supportive services that add value to the lives of low- and moderate-income residents in Victorville.

Discussion
In the implementation of the 20 22-2023 Action Plan, the City will invest CDBG and HOME resources to address obstacles to meeting underserved needs, foster and maintain affordable housing, reduce lead-based paint hazards, reduce the number of poverty-level families, develop institutional structure, and enhance coordination between public and private housing and social service agencies.

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AP-90 PROGRAM SPECIFIC REQUIREMENTS
Introduction
In the implementation of programs and activities under the 202 2-2023 Action Plan, the City of Victorville will follow all HUD regulations concerning the use of program income, forms of investment, overall low- and moderate-income benefit for the CDBG program
Community Development Block Grant Program (CDBG)
Reference 24 CFR 91.220(l)(1)
Projects planned with all CDBG funds expected to be available during the year are identified in the Projects Table. The following identifies program income that is available for use that is included in projects to be carried out.

1. The total amount of program income that will have been received before the start of the next program year and that has not yet been reprogrammed 0

2. The amount of proceeds from section 108 loan guarantees that will be used during the year to address the priority needs and specific objectives identified in the grantee's strategic plan. 0

3. The amount of surplus funds from urban renewal settlements 0

4. The amount of any grant funds returned to the line of credit for which the planned use has not been included in a prior statement or plan 0

5. The amount of income from float-funded activities 0
Total Program Income: 0
Other CDBG Requirements

1. The amount of urgent need activities 0

2. The estimated percentage of CDBG funds that will be used for activities that benefit persons of low- and moderate-income. Overall Benefit - A consecutive period of one, two or three years may be used to determine that a minimum overall benefit of 70% of CDBG funds is used to benefit persons of low- and moderate-income. Specify the years covered that include this Annual Action Plan. 100.00%
Discussion
In the implementation of programs and activities under the 20 22-2023 Action Plan, the City of Victorville will monitor all subrecipients for compliance with HUD regulations and provide technical assistance as nec essary to ensure successful implementation. During FY 2021-2022 eight activities did not spend their entire allocation making about $272,115 available to reallocate to eligible projects during FY 2022-2023.

Exhibit B
2022 Analysis of Impediment to Fair Housing

Draft 2022 Analysis of
Impediments to Fair
Housing Choice

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VICTORVILLE CITY COUNCIL
Debra Jones
Mayor

Leslie Irving
Mayor Pro Tem

Elizabeth Becerra
Council Member

Blanca Gomez
Council Member

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Table of Contents
Executive Summary ........................................................................................................................ 1 Fair Housing Issues ......................................................................................................................... 2 Apple Valley ............................................................................................................................... 2 Victorville ................................................................................................................................... 5 Demographic Summary .................................................................................................................. 8 Segregation/Integration ................................................................................................................. 16 Analysis..................................................................................................................................... 16 Racially and Ethnically Concentrated Areas of Poverty ............................................................... 26 Analysis..................................................................................................................................... 26 Disparities in Access to Opportunity ............................................................................................ 28 Educational Opportunities ........................................................................................................ 28 Employment Opportunities ....................................................................................................... 32 Transportation Opportunities .................................................................................................... 42 Low Poverty Exposure Opportunities ....................................................................................... 49 Environmentally Healthy Neighborhood Opportunities ........................................................... 53 Patterns in Disparities in Access to Opportunity ...................................................................... 57 Disproportionate Housing Needs .................................................................................................. 58 Analysis..................................................................................................................................... 58

1 Executive Summary

The Town of Apple Valley was incorporated in 1988 and consists of 78 square miles. According to the 2020 Census, the population of the Town is approximately 76,000 people. The City of Victorville was incorporated in 1962 and encompasses 74 square miles. According to the 2020 Census, approximately 135,000 people live in the City. Since 1997, both cities have received an annual allocations of Community Development Block Grant (CDBG) funds from the U. S.

Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD).

In 2003, the Town of Apple Valley and City of Victorville formed the HOME Investment Partnership Program Consortium (the “HOME Consortium”) in order to meet the threshold of obtaining HOME entitlement status with HUD. Both the City and the Town receive CDBG and HOME funding annually. For the purpose of this Assessment to Fair Housing (AFH), the Town of Apple Valley and the City of Victorville may be collectively referenced as “Communities” and “Jurisdictions”.

As Entitlement Jurisdictions, both the City and Town are required to prepare and adopt a Consolidated Plan (Con Plan) and an Analysis of Impediments to Fair Housing (AI) to assist the Communities in identifying fair housing issues, contributing factors, and goals in order to affirmatively further fair housing. Below is a summary of the fair housing issues, significant contributing factors, and fair housing goals. Also included is an overview of the process and analysis used to identify the fair housing issues and to reach the goals.

To conduct the Analysis of Impediments for Apple Valley and Victorville, the Jurisdictions gathered and analyzed data for each jurisdiction and the region. The region is defined as the Riverside-San Bernardino-Ontario Metropolitan Statistical Area, which comprises Riverside County and San Bernardino County. The data utilized are from the U.S. Census Bureau American Community Survey (ACS), HUD’s AFFH Data and Mapping Tool, the Bureau of Labor Statistics, Inland Fair Housing and Mediation Board, and stakeholder surveys conducted as part of the Con Plan process. The data are generally from the most recent available years, with the exception of the ACS data, which are from the 2013-2017 estimates in order to align with the data utilized in the Con Plan.

Analyzed data topics include:
• Demographic
• Housing
• Segregation/ Integration
• Racially and Ethnically Concentrated Areas of Poverty • Disparities in Access to Opportunity

2 Fair Housing Issues
Apple Valley
Overview
According to the data analysis summarized in this document, Apple Valley residents in general have relatively low access to high performing schools and employment opportunities, and relatively high exposure to poverty in their neighborhoods. However, Black and Hispanic residents (especially those living below the poverty line), residents of Mexican origin, and families with children, are least likely to live in neighborhoods with high performing schools, high labor force participation, and high levels of human capital. These groups are also more likely to live in neighborhoods where they are exposed to poverty.

These challenges are all present in Census tract 0097.16, which is in the center of the jurisdiction and is defined by HUD as a racially or ethnically concentrated area of poverty (R/ECAP). Per HUD, R/ECAPs are Census tracts that meet both of the following criteria: a non-White population of 50 percent or more, and a poverty rate that exceeds 40% or a poverty rate that is three or more times the average tract poverty rate for the metropolitan area, whichever threshold is lower. Census tract 0097.16 has relatively low performing schools, low levels of labor force participation and human capital, and high levels of poverty. The analysis shows that Black residents, families with children, and residents born in Mexico disproportionately reside in this area.

Inland Fair Housing and Mediation Board is the primary organization providing fair housing assistance and support within the region. As summarized in Table 1 – Housing Discrimination Cases by Protected Class, 2011-2021 below, the most common fair housing case documented by both Apple Valley and Victorville is related to disability. The second most common issue is race and the third is sex.

3 Sex 22 25
Sexual
Orientation 1 2
Source of Income 4 16
Grand Total 235 484
Source: Inland Fair Housing and Mediation Board

Segregation
• Compared to the region and Victorville, Apple Valley has relatively few Hispanic, Limited English Proficiency, and Foreign-Born residents, and compared to Victorville, Apple Valley also has relatively few Black residents (see Table 2 – Demographics and Table 3 – Demographic Trends).
• Mexican-born residents are the only foreign-born population group present in the Census tracts in the center of the jurisdiction, including in the R/ECAP (Census tract 0097.16).

Access to Opportunities and Exposure to Adverse Community Factors:
• R/ECAPs:
o Census tract 0097.16, in the center of the jurisdiction, is classified as a R/ECAP (see Map 1). Black residents of Apple Valley disproportionately reside in the R/ECAP: while Black residents only make up 7.7% of the jurisdiction’s total population, 15.33% of the R/ECAP population is Black. Additionally, families with children and residents born in Mexico also disproportionately reside in R/ECAPs. (See Table 2 – Demographics and Table 7 – R/ECAP Demographics) • Access to high-performing schools:
o Black and Hispanic residents living below the poverty line are least likely of any racial/ethnic group to live in neighborhoods with high-performing schools (see Table 8 – Opportunity Indicators, by Race/Ethnicity).
o Among foreign-born residents, those born in Mexico appear to be least likely to live in neighborhoods with high-performing schools (see Map 7). This is related to the fact that residents born in Mexico disproportionately reside in R/ECAPs (See Table 2 – Demographics and Table 7 – R/ECAP Demographics). o Families with children appear less likely to live in neighborhoods with high- performing schools than families without children (see Map 7). This is related to the fact that families with children disproportionately reside in R/ECAPs (See Table 2 – Demographics and Table 7 – R/ECAP Demographics). • Employment opportunities:
o Black and Hispanic residents living below the poverty line are least likely to live in neighborhoods with high labor force participation and human capital (see Table 8 – Opportunity Indicators, by Race/Ethnicity).
o In the areas with the best access to employment centers and the highest levels of labor force participation and human capital, there are relatively few residents of

4 Mexican origin compared to other National Origin groups, or families with children compared to other types of families, indicating that these groups have less access to neighborhoods with employment opportunities (see Map 8 and Map 9).
• Access to transportation:
o Native Americans living below the poverty line experience the least access to public transit and the highest transportation costs of any group (see Table 8 – Opportunity Indicators, by Race/Ethnicity).
• Exposure to poverty:
o While all residents have relatively high exposure to poverty in their neighborhoods, the following groups are most likely to live in neighborhoods with relatively high exposure to poverty (this is related to the fact that these groups disproportionately reside in the R/ECAP area):
 Hispanic and Black residents (see Table 8 – Opportunity Indicators, by Race/Ethnicity).
 Mexican-born residents and families with children (see Map 12).

Housing Issues
• According to Inland Fair Housing and Mediation Board, the majority of fair housing complaints received in the jurisdiction are related to residents with a disability seeking reasonable accommodations (see Table 1 – Housing Discrimination Cases by Protected Class, 2011-2021).
• Over half of renters are cost-burdened, meaning they use more than 30% of their income to pay for housing-related costs. The percentage of all renters who are cost burdened is decreasing, however the number of cost-burdened renters is increasing (see Table 4 – Housing Trends).
• Native American, Hispanic, and Black households are significantly less likely than White, Non-Hispanic or Asian/Pacific Islander households to own their own homes (see Table 11 – Homeownership and Rental Rates by Race/Ethnicity).

Possible Future Fair Housing Concerns:
• A small but increasing proportion of the population has limited English proficiency. The main language spoken among those who speak English “less than very well” is Spanish (see Table 2 – Demographics, Table 3 – Demographic Trends, and Table 6 - Language Spoken at Home).
• The population is aging. The proportion of the population that is over age 65 is increasing (see Table 3 – Demographic Trends).
• According to the Racial/Ethnic Dissimilarity Index, while racial/ethnic segregation in Apple Valley remains low, it has been increasing since 1990, especially between White and Black residents (see Table 5 – Racial/Ethnic Dissimilarity Trends).

5 Victorville
Overview
According to the data analysis, all Victorville residents, regardless of protected class status, have relatively low access to high-performing schools, relatively low access to neighborhoods with high labor force participation and human capital, and relatively high exposure to poverty in their neighborhoods. However, there is evidence that different protected class groups face specific challenges regarding access to opportunities and exposure to adverse community factors. For example:
• Native Americans, particularly those living below the poverty line, appear to be least successful in accessing employment in Victorville. According to ACS data, Native Americans have the lowest labor force participation rate and the highest unemployment rate of any group.
• Asian/Pacific Islander residents have slightly less access to public transit and face slightly higher transportation costs, which may be related to the fact that more residents of Filipino, Indian, Vietnamese, and Korean origin live outside the areas with the best access to public transit and the lowest costs, than live inside those areas. • Hispanic residents, residents born in Mexico, and families with children disproportionately reside in racially or ethnically concentrated areas of poverty (R/ECAPs), which HUD defines as Census tracts that meet both of the following criteria:
a non-White population of 50 percent or more, and a poverty rate that exceeds 40% or a poverty rate that is three or more times the average tract poverty rate for the metropolitan area, whichever threshold is lower.

Segregation
• Mexican-born residents appear to be the predominant foreign-born group in the city’s central neighborhoods, while there appear to be higher concentrations of Asian-born residents in the southeastern Census tracts.

Access to Opportunities and Exposure to Adverse Community Factors • R/ECAPs:
o Census tracts 0098 and 0099.05, along the eastern edge of the jurisdiction, are classified as R/ECAPs, as are Census tracts 0091.17 and 0091.16, which are partially within northern Victorville (see Map 1). Hispanic residents, residents born in Mexico, and families with children disproportionately reside in R/ECAPs (see Table 2 - Demographics and Table 7 – R/ECAP Demographics). • Employment opportunities:
o Native Americans, and particularly those living below the poverty line, may be least successful in accessing employment in Victorville: Native Americans have the lowest Labor Market Index value of any group, and Native Americans below

6 the poverty line have the lowest Jobs Proximity Index value of any group (see Table 8 – Opportunity Indicators, by Race/Ethnicity).
• Access to transportation:
o Asian and Pacific Islander residents have slightly less access to public transit and face slightly higher transportation costs than other groups (see Table 8 – Opportunity Indicators, by Race/Ethnicity). This disparity may be related to the fact that, as shown on Map 10 and Map 11, a larger number of residents of Filipino, Indian, Vietnamese, and Korean origin live outside the areas with the best access to public transit and the lowest costs, than live inside those areas (see Map 10 and Map 11).
• Exposure to poverty:
o While all residents have relatively high exposure to poverty in their neighborhoods, Asian and Pacific Islander residents living below the poverty line have the highest exposure to poverty (see Table 8 – Opportunity Indicators, by Race/Ethnicity).

Housing Issues
• According to Inland Fair Housing and Mediation Board, the majority of fair housing complaints received in the jurisdiction are related to residents with a disability seeking reasonable accommodations (see Table 1 – Housing Discrimination Cases by Protected Class, 2011-2021).
• Over half of renters are cost-burdened, meaning they use more than 30% of their income to pay for housing-related costs. The percentage of all renters who are cost burdened is decreasing, however the number of cost-burdened renters is increasing (see Table 4 – Housing Trends).
• Black households are significantly less likely than other households to own their own homes. Hispanic and Native American households are also less likely than White, Non- Hispanic or Asian/Pacific Islander households to be homeowners (see Table 11 – Homeownership and Rental Rates by Race/Ethnicity).

Possible Future Fair Housing Concerns:
• An increasing proportion of the population has limited English proficiency. The main language spoken among those who speak English “less than very well” is Spanish (see Table 2 – Demographic, Table 3 – Demographic Trends, and Table 6 - Language Spoken at Home).

Fair Housing Goals
Many of the fair housing issues summarized above are largely driven by private market forces over which the Community Development programs have limited control. However, both Apple

7 Valley and Victorville are firmly committed to promoting access to fair housing and affirmatively furthering fair housing through all of their programs and activities.

To promote fair housing, the following goals have been established for Apple Valley and Victorville.

Goal Program Marketing
Description Both jurisdictions shall ensure that all HUD-funded programs are marketed in high poverty areas within their jurisdiction in manners that will be accessible to residents to ensure that low-income residents and high poverty neighborhoods have best access to all program activities.

Evaluation To evaluate this goal, each jurisdiction shall maintain documentation showing that it marketed programs in areas of high poverty and conducted such marketing in a way that clearly communicated the program to the residents in those areas.

Goal Target Non-Housing Activities in Areas of High Poverty Description Both jurisdictions shall use CDBG funds to carry out non-housing activities (such as public works, public services, and economic development) in areas of high poverty. This may include carrying out activities citywide, but promoting services in those areas or electing to target activities in these areas.

Evaluation To evaluate this goal, each jurisdiction shall report in the CAPER how its activities promoted anti-poverty goals and objectives.

Goal Monitor and Apply for Federal and State Funding to Increase Community Development and Housing Activities
Description Both jurisdictions shall actively monitor new funding opportunities for additional community development and affordable housing activities. Unless there is specific justification not to apply, the jurisdictions shall apply for these funding streams.

Evaluation To evaluate this goal, each jurisdiction shall maintain a log of new Federal and State funding streams that are available to promote affordable housing and community development.

Goal Promote Fair Housing Education for Tenants and Homebuyers Description Both jurisdictions shall fund and promote fair housing training for tenants, homebuyers and potential homebuyers to ensure that residents are fully informed of their rights as it relates to housing.

Evaluation Maintain records of number of trainings conducted and training participants.

Goal Promote Fair Housing Education for Landlords and Realtors

8 Description Both jurisdictions shall fund and promote fair housing training for landlords and realtors to ensure that they understand the fair housing requirements and rights of tenants and homebuyers. .

Evaluation Maintain records of number of trainings conducted and training participants.

Goal Maintain Fair Housing Resources on Website
Description In collaboration with the fair housing provider for the jurisdiction, maintain a page on the jurisdiction website that provides access to fair housing resources and documents. Further, collaborate with the fair housing provider to promote trainings and other fair housing related events.

Evaluation Review and update webpage resources annually with support from fair housing provider and maintain documentation of promoting all trainings and events carried out by the fair housing provider in the jurisdiction.

Goal Maintain Housing and Community Development Resources List
Description Establish and maintain a list of all housing and community development resources that is updated annually. This list may include services such as grant or loan programs for reasonable modifications and access to programs such as Meals on Wheels.

Evaluation Review and update list on an annual basis.

Demographic Summary
Describe demographic patterns in the jurisdiction and region and describe trends over time (since 1990).

Table 2 – Demographics, shows demographic information for the populations of Apple Valley, Victorville, and the region. The region is defined as the Riverside-San Bernardino-Ontario Metropolitan Statistical Area, which comprises Riverside County and San Bernardino County.

Table 3 – Demographic Trends, shows similar data over time, going back to 1990.

Race/Ethnicity:

Apple Valley: As shown in Table 2, Apple Valley is a majority White, non-Hispanic jurisdiction. Just over half of Apple Valley’s population is White, non-Hispanic, approximately 35% are Hispanic, 7.7% are Black, and 3% are Asian or Pacific Islander. Over the past 30 years, Apple Valley has become less White. This trend has been driven by the growth of the Hispanic population, shown in Table 3.

9 Victorville: Victorville is a majority-minority city. Fifty-five percent of the population is Hispanic, 15% is Black, almost 4% is Asian or Pacific Islander, and 22% is White, Non- Hispanic. Over the past 30 years, Victorville’s population has increased due primarily to the growth of the Hispanic and Black populations. In 1990, the city was two-thirds White, Non- Hispanic. Since then, the White population has declined while the Black population more than quadrupled and the Hispanic population grew six-fold.

Comparison Across Jurisdictions and to the Region: Apple Valley is a majority White, Non- Hispanic jurisdiction in a majority-minority region. Apple Valley has a much smaller percentage of Hispanic residents than either Victorville or the region. Victorville’s population, which is 55% Hispanic, looks more like the region, however, Victorville has a higher percentage of Black residents than either the region or Apple Valley. Both Apple Valley and Victorville have a smaller proportion of Asian or Pacific Islander residents than the region. Over the past 30 years, all three geographies have experienced population growth driven in part by increasing numbers of Hispanic residents. In Victorville and the region, the White, Non-Hispanic population also declined over this period, while in Apple Valley, the number of White, Non-Hispanic residents increased. As a result of these trends, Victorville and the region became majority Hispanic.

Apple Valley, in comparison, continues to be majority White, Non-Hispanic.

National Origin
Apple Valley: As shown in Table 2, the main country of origin for the foreign-born population in Apple Valley is Mexico. Residents born in Mexico comprise 3.34% of the population.

Residents from El Salvador and the Philippines each represent approximately 0.87% of the population of Apple Valley. Over the past 30 years, the foreign-born population in Apple Valley has grown from 5.55% of the population to over 9%.

Victorville: As shown in Table 2, the main country of origin for the foreign-born population in Victorville is Mexico, followed by El Salvador and the Philippines. Just over 10% of the population was born in Mexico. Over the past 30 years, the foreign-born population in Victorville has grown from about 10% of the population to nearly 18%.

Comparison Across Jurisdictions and to the Region: The main country of origin for the foreign-born population in Apple Valley, Victorville, and the region is Mexico. El Salvador and the Philippines are the second and third most common nations of origin for the foreign-born population in all three areas. In all three geographies, the proportion of the population that is foreign-born has been increasing over the past 30 years, as shown in Table 3. Table 2 and Table 3 also show that Apple Valley has had, and continues to have, a relatively small proportion of foreign-born residents when compared to both Victorville and the region. In the most current year shown in Table 3 (2017), 9.29% of Apple Valley residents were born outside the U.S., compared to 17.74% of Victorville residents and 21.37% of the regional population.

Limited English Proficiency
Apple Valley:

10 As shown in Table 2, the most common language spoken among those who speak English “less than very well” in Apple Valley is Spanish.1 Over 3% of Apple Valley’s population has limited English proficiency (LEP) and uses Spanish as their primary language at home. The proportion of the population that speak English “less than very well” has been increasing over the past 30 years, as shown in Table 3.

Victorville:

The most common language spoken among those who speak English “less than very well” in Victorville is Spanish. Over 10% of Victorville’s population has limited English proficiency (LEP) and uses Spanish as their primary language at home. The proportion of the population that speak English “less than very well” has been increasing over the past 30 years, as shown in Table

3. Comparison Across Jurisdictions and to the Region:

As shown in Table 2, the most common language spoken among those who speak English “less than very well” in Apple Valley, Victorville. and the region is Spanish. Apple Valley has a smaller proportion of residents that have limited English proficiency (LEP) and use Spanish as their primary language at home, compared to Victorville and the region. In all three geographies, the proportion of the population that speak English “less than very well” has been increasing over the past 30 years, as shown in Table 3. Table 3 also shows that Apple Valley has a smaller proportion of LEP residents than either Victorville or the region, and Victorville has a slightly smaller proportion of LEP residents than the region. For the most current year shown in Table 3 (2017), 4.91% of Apple Valley residents, 12.22% of Victorville residents, and 15% of the region’s residents had limited English proficiency.

Disability
Apple Valley:

As shown in Table 2, the most common types of disabilities in Apple Valley are ambulatory difficulties (8.72% of the population has an ambulatory difficulty), followed by independent living difficulties (6.17% of the population) and cognitive difficulties (5.34% of the population).

Victorville:

The most common types of disabilities in Victorville are ambulatory difficulties (5.56% of the population has an ambulatory difficulty), followed by independent living difficulties (4.37% of the population) and cognitive difficulties (4.36% of the population).

Comparison Across Jurisdictions and to the Region:

The most significant disability types in all three geographies are the same: ambulatory, independent living, and cognitive difficulties. However, Apple Valley has higher rates of individuals living with disabilities than either Victorville or the region. Table 1 – Housing

1 The ACS does not provide 5-year estimates for all languages spoken by the population that speaks English “less than very well” after the 2011-2015 dataset. Instead, for later years, data is provided for those who speak Spanish, Other Indo-European languages, Asian and Pacific Islander languages, and Other languages. There are 1-year estimates through 2019 that provide more specificity regarding languages spoken, but these estimates are not available for Apple Valley. For this reason, Table 2 uses the AFFH data provided by HUD, which is from the 2011- 2015 ACS, with the exception of data for Spanish speakers, which is taken from the 2013-2017 ACS table S1601.

11 Discrimination Cases by Protected Class, 2011-2021, below, shows housing discrimination cases by protected class for the ten-year period between 2011-2021. These data, provided by Inland Fair Housing and Mediation Board, show the large majority of fair housing complaints received in each jurisdiction are related to residents living with a disability.

Table 1 – Housing Discrimination Cases by Protected
Class, 2011-2021
Protected Class Cases in Apple
Valley
Cases in
Victorville
Age 6 8
Ancestry
Arbitrary 3 11
Color 3
Disability 168 314
Familial Status 4 14
Marital Status 1
National Origin 3 10
Race 21 80
Religion 2 1
Sex 22 25
Sexual
Orientation 1 2
Source of Income 4 16
Grand Total 235 484
Source: Inland Fair Housing and Mediation Board

Age
Apple Valley:

As shown in Table 2, 26.35% of Apple Valley’s population is younger than 18, 56.48% are between 18-64 years old, and 17.16% are 65 years or older.

Victorville:

As shown in Table 2, 32.39% of Victorville’s population is younger than 18, 58.59% are between 18-64 years old, and 9.02% are 65 years or older.

Comparison Across Jurisdictions and to the Region:

As shown in Table 2, compared to Apple Valley and the region, Victorville has a relatively young population: Victorville has a smaller proportion of residents over the age of 65 years and a larger proportion of residents under the age of 18. Compared to the region, Apple Valley has a relatively old population. This is reflected in the data on the median age of residents: according to ACS data, the median age in Apple Valley is 37.2 years, the median age in the region is 34 years, and the median age in Victorville is 29.6. Over the past 30 years, the populations in both Apple Valley and the region have been getting older, while the population in Victorville has been getting younger. Table 3 shows that the percentage of the population that is under 18 has been

12 declining in Apple Valley and the region, and increasing in Victorville, while the opposite is true for the population aged 65 years and older in all three places.

Family Type
Apple Valley:

As shown in Table 2, in Apple Valley, the percentage of all family households that have children under the age of 18 living with them is 41.07%.

Victorville:

As shown in Table 2, in Victorville, the percentage of all family households that have children under the age of 18 living with them is 52.05%.

Comparison Across Jurisdictions and to the Region:

As shown in Table 2, Victorville has a higher proportion of families with children than the region, and the region has a higher proportion of families with children than Apple Valley. In all three geographies, the proportion of families that have children is lower than it was in 1990, as shown in Table 3.

13 Describe housing patterns in the jurisdiction and region, including tenure, cost burden, and the location of renters and owners.

Tenure
Table 4 – Housing Trends, below, shows data on housing tenure and cost burden for Apple Valley, Victorville, and the region. These data are from the 2008-2012 and 2013-2017 American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates.

Apple Valley:

In Apple Valley, the number of housing units increased by about 1,000 units, from 22,975 to 23,911, due entirely to an increase in rental housing units. The number and share of owner- occupied housing units declined over this period, however, the majority of housing remains owner-occupied (64.81% of units were owner-occupied in 2017).

Victorville:

In Victorville, the number of housing units increased by about 1,500 units, from 31,186 to 32,629, due entirely to an increase in rental housing units. The number and share of owner- occupied housing units declined over this period. While the majority of housing remains owner- occupied (53.54% of units were owner-occupied in 2017), if these trends continue, rental housing will soon comprise the majority of housing in the city.

Comparison Across Jurisdictions and to the Region:

In all three geographies, the total number of housing units is increasing, and most of the housing remains owner-occupied. Over the five-year period between 2012 and 2017, however, the number and share of owner-occupied housing decreased in all three places. Victorville has a higher share of rental housing units compared to Apple Valley and the region. Of all three places, Apple Valley has the highest homeownership rate.

Cost Burden
Apple Valley:

As of 2017, over half of renters (53.03%) in Apple Valley were cost-burdened, meaning they used more than 30% of their monthly income to pay for housing-related costs. Among

14 homeowners, slightly less than 1/3 were cost-burdened. Over the five-year period between 2012 and 2017, the number and percentage of homeowners who were cost-burdened declined. Over the same period, the number of cost-burdened renters increased slightly, however the percentage of all renters who are cost-burdened declined, due to the larger increase in the total number of renters.

Victorville:

As of 2017, over half of renters (57.16%) in Victorville were cost-burdened. Among homeowners, about 1/3 were cost-burdened. Over the five-year period between 2012 and 2017, the number and percentage of homeowners who were cost-burdened declined. Over the same period, the number of cost-burdened renters increased, however the percentage of all renters who are cost-burdened declined, due to the larger increase in the total number of renters.

Comparison Across Jurisdictions and to the Region:

In all three geographies, over half of all renters in were cost-burdened in 2017. Victorville had the highest rate of cost-burden among renters, followed by the region. Apple Valley renters were the least likely to be cost-burdened. In all three geographies, about 1/3 of homeowners were cost- burdened in 2017. Over the five-year period between 2012-2017, trends were similar across all three geographies: the number and percentage of cost-burdened homeowners decreased, perhaps reflecting the recovery from the Great Recession; and the percentage of renters who were cost- burdened decreased, however, the number of cost-burdened renter households increased.

Map 16 – Housing Tenure includes two maps showing the distribution of renter households in Apple Valley/Victorville and the region. The darker shaded areas have a higher proportion of renter households. The map of Apple Valley/Victorville shows a high concentration of renter households in two Census tracts in Apple Valley: 0097.16 in the center of the jurisdiction and 0097.10 in the southeast part of the jurisdiction. In Victorville, the Census tracts in the southeast part of the city have high concentrations of renters, as does the portion of Census tract 0091.16 that is inside Victorville’s northwest boundary. In the region, there are concentrations of renters in the southwest, as well as in Census tracts in the central and northern part of the region.

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Segregation/Integration
Analysis
Describe and compare segregation levels in the jurisdiction and region.

Identify the racial/ethnic groups that experience the highest levels of segregation. Explain how these segregation levels have changed over time (since 1990).

Table 5 – Racial/Ethnic Dissimilarity Trends shows how segregated or integrated various racial/ethnic groups are in Apple Valley, Victorville, and the region using a Dissimilarity Index, which is calculated using data from the 2010 Decennial Census. The Dissimilarity Index measures the degree to which two groups are evenly distributed across a geographic area and is commonly used for assessing residential segregation between two groups. Dissimilarity index values between 0 and 39 generally indicate high integration (low segregation), values between 40 and 54 generally indicate moderate segregation, and values between 55 and 100 generally indicate a high level of segregation.

Apple Valley:

As Table 5 shows, Apple Valley has relatively high levels of integration among White and Black, White and Hispanic, and White and Asian/Pacific Islander residents. Asian/Pacific Islander and White residents are the most integrated according to this metric, while Black and White residents are the least integrated. While integration is relatively high, over the past 30 years, Apple Valley has become more segregated, with segregation levels between Black and White residents increasing the most of any group.

Victorville:

Table 5 shows Victorville has relatively high levels of integration among the various race/ethnic groups. In Victorville, Hispanic and White residents are the most integrated and Black and White residents are the least integrated, according to this metric. Similar to Apple Valley, over the past 30 years, segregation levels have increased slightly overall. Segregation between Hispanic and White residents and between Asian or Pacific Islander and White residents increased, while segregation between Black and White residents decreased.

Comparison Across Jurisdictions and to the Region:

Apple Valley and Victorville, compared to the region, are more integrated than the surrounding jurisdictions and county. The Dissimilarity Index values show moderate levels of segregation between race/ethnic groups in the region, with Black and White residents experiencing the highest degree of segregation. Over the last few decades, as all three geographies have become less White and more Hispanic (as shown in Table 5), they have also become more segregated overall.

17 Identify areas with relatively high segregation and integration by race/ethnicity, national origin, or LEP group, and indicate the predominant groups living in each area. Discuss how patterns of segregation have changed over time (since 1990).

Map 1 – Race/Ethnicity shows the distribution of various racial/ethnic groups in Apple Valley, Victorville, and the region—each dot represents 75 people, and the various racial/ethnic groups are represented by different colored dots. Map 2 – Race/Ethnicity Trends shows the same distribution at three different points in the past: 1990, 2000, and 2010. In these maps there are no apparent concentrations or separation of colored dots within Apple Valley or Victorville, indicating that residents of different racial/ethnic groups within each jurisdiction experience high levels of residential integration and have for the past few decades. However, the maps do clearly show the higher numbers of Hispanic and Black residents (represented by blue and green dots, respectively) in Victorville compared to Apple Valley, as well as the increase in Hispanic residents in Victorville over the past 30 years.

In the region, by comparison, Map 1 shows some areas of racial/ethnic concentration that align with the dissimilarity indices showing higher levels of segregation in the region than in Apple Valley or Victorville. While the maps are somewhat hard to read at this scale, there are areas on Map 1 where orange dots (representing White, Non-Hispanic residents) are clustered with few people of other racial/ethnic groups present. Map 2 shows the changing demographics over time, with an increasing number of Hispanic residents, represented by blue dots on the map, concentrated in certain parts of the region.

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Map 3 – National Origin shows the distribution of foreign-born residents in Apple Valley, Victorville, and the region. On the maps, each dot represents 75 people, and the different colored

22 dots represent different countries of birth, for the 5 most populous groups of foreign-born residents. In Apple Valley, Mexican-born residents are present throughout the jurisdiction, however, in the Census tracts in the center of the jurisdiction they are the only foreign-born population group present. In Victorville, Mexican-born residents and residents born in the various Asian countries listed on the map are present throughout the city. However, Mexican- born residents appear to be the predominant foreign-born group in the city’s central neighborhoods, while there appear to be higher concentrations of Asian-born residents in the southeastern Census tracts. In the region, there are concentrations of residents born in Mexico in certain areas, as indicated by the dense concentrations of orange dots.

23 According to the 2015-2019 American Community Survey 5-year Estimates (ACS), shown in Table 6 - Language Spoken at Home, below, 19.4% of Apple Valley residents over the age of 5 speak a language other than English at home, including 5.9% that speak English less than “very well”. Of those who speak English less than “very well”, the largest group is of those that speak Spanish: 4.5% of Apple Valley’s population has limited English proficiency and speaks Spanish at home.

In Victorville, 38.4% of residents over the age of 5 speak a language other than English at home, including 13.9% that speak English less than “very well”. Of those who speak English less than “very well”, the largest group is of those that speak Spanish: 11.6% of Victorville’s population has limited English proficiency and speaks Spanish at home.

24 Map 4 - LEP shows the distribution of residents in Apple Valley, Victorville, and the region with Limited English Proficiency. On the maps, each dot represents 75 people, and the different colored dots represent languages spoken by individuals who speak English “less than very well,” for the 5 most common languages spoken by residents with limited English proficiency (LEP). In Apple Valley and Victorville, Spanish speakers appear to be distributed throughout the jurisdictions, while Tagalog speakers appear to live in Census tracts on the western edge of each jurisdiction. In the region, Spanish speakers seem to be concentrated in certain areas as shown by the groupings of orange dots.

25 Consider and describe the location of owner and renter occupied housing in determining whether such housing is located in segregated or integrated areas.

The analysis above shows that Apple Valley and Victorville residents of various race/ethnicity, national origin, and LEP groups generally experience relatively high levels of residential integration across the jurisdiction. The only noticeable exception in Apple Valley is Census tract 0097.16, in the center of the jurisdiction, where the only foreign-born residents are those who were born in Mexico.

Discuss whether there are any demographic trends, policies, or practices that could lead to higher segregation in the jurisdiction in the future.

According to the above analysis, Apple Valley and Victorville have become more diverse over the past few decades and there is reason to believe this trend will continue. Over the same period, segregation in Apple Valley has increased and may continue to do so as the jurisdiction diversifies further. In Victorville, segregation between Hispanic and White, and between Asian or Pacific Islander and White residents, has also increased over this period. These trends may continue if the city’s demographics continue to change. Both Apple Valley and Victorville actively evaluate policies to limit policies that may directly or inadvertently result in segregation within the jurisdictions.

26 Racially and Ethnically Concentrated Areas of
Poverty
Analysis
Identify any R/ECAPs or groupings of R/ECAP tracts within the jurisdiction.

HUD defines racially or ethnically concentrated areas of poverty (R/ECAPs) as Census tracts that meet both of the following criteria:
• a non-White population of 50 percent or more, and
• a poverty rate that exceeds 40% or a poverty rate that is three or more times the average tract poverty rate for the metropolitan area, whichever threshold is lower.

As shown in Map 1, below, in Apple Valley, Census tract 0097.16, in the center of the jurisdiction, is classified as a R/ECAP—this is shown by the pink outline. In Victorville, Census tracts 0098 and 0099.05, along the eastern edge of the jurisdiction, are classified as R/ECAPs.

Additionally, Census tracts 0091.17 and 0091.16, which are partially within northern Victorville, are also classified as R/ECAPs.

Which protected classes disproportionately reside in R/ECAPs compared to the jurisdiction and region?

27 Table 7 – R/ECAP Demographics, includes details on the race/ethn icity, family type, and national origin of residents living in R/ECAPs in Apple Valley , Victorville, and the region.

By comparing the demographic data in Table 2 - Demographics (on page 12) to Table 7, below, we can identify which protected class groups disproportionately reside in R/ECAPs— generally speaking, if the percentage of a particular class living in R/ECAPs is higher than the percentage of the total population they represent, we can say they disproportionately reside in R/ECAPs. For example, in Apple Valley, Black residents only make up 7.7% of the jurisdiction’s total population, yet 15.33% of the R/ECAP population is Black. This indicates that Black residents of Apple Valley disproportionately reside in R/ECAPs. Additionally, in Apple Valley, families with children and residents born in Mexico also disproportionately reside in R/ECAPs. In Victorville, Hispanic residents, residents born in Mexico, and families with children disproportionately reside in R/ECAPs. In the region, Black and H ispanic residents, Mexican -born residents, and families with children disproportionately reside in R/ECAPs.

Describe how R/ECAPs have changed over time (since 1990).

According to Map 2 (on pages 19 -21), which shows demographics in Apple Valley , Victorville, and the region at three different points in time (1990, 2000, and 2010), there were no R/ECAPs in Apple Valley or Victorville in 1990, but in 2000, tract 0098 in Victorville was classified as a R/ECAP . According to Map 1 (on page 26) , in 2010, tract 0098 in

28 Victorville was still a R/ECAP and three more tracts in the city were classified as R/ECAPs.

In Apple Valley, Census tract 0097.16 was classified as a R/ECAP in 2010.2 Disparities in Access to Opportunity
Educational Opportunities
Describe any disparities in access to proficient schools based on race/ethnicity, national origin, and family status.

Table 8 – Opportunity Indicators, by Race/Ethnicity includes a School Proficiency Index, which measures the proximity various racial/ethnic groups have, based on where they live, to neighborhoods with high-performing schools. School proficiency is measured using school-level data on the performance of 4th grade students on state exams. The index is based on a range of 0 to 100 with higher values indicating better proximity to high-performing schools.

Apple Valley:

In Apple Valley, there is some disparity in access to high-performing schools by race/ethnicity.

Asian/Pacific Islander residents are most likely to live in neighborhoods with high-performing schools (with an index value of 43.44), followed by White residents (41.45), Native American residents (38.99), and Hispanic residents (37.35). Black residents are least likely to live in neighborhoods with high-performing schools, with an index value of 36.35. In general, index values for all residents are relatively low, indicating access to high-performing schools is a problem for the entire jurisdiction. For the population living below the poverty line, access to high-performing schools is even more limited. Except for Native American residents living below the poverty line, who have the highest index value of any group, all other race/ethnic groups living below the poverty line have less access to high-performing schools. Black and Hispanic residents living below the poverty line have the least access, with index values of 29.28 and 29.56, respectively.

Victorville:

In Victorville, there are small disparities in access to high-performing schools by race/ethnicity.

White, Non-Hispanic residents are most likely to live in neighborhoods with high-performing schools (with an index value of 20.95), followed by Asian/Pacific Islander residents (20.07), Hispanic residents (19.4), Black residents (19.33), and Native American residents (16.47), who have the least access. The population below the poverty line has similar levels of access to high- performing schools, though Asian/Pacific Islander residents living below the poverty line have the best access of any group (23.63).

Comparison Across Jurisdictions and to the Region:

2 The 2010 version of Map 2 does not show any R/ECAPs in Apple Valley. The discrepancy between R/ECAPs shown on Map 2 and Map 1 is due to the fact that HUD uses different sources of data for these maps. More information about the data used for these maps can be found online at https://www.hud.gov/sites/dfiles/FHEO/documents/AFFH-T-Data-Documentation-AFFHT0006-July-2020.pdf

29 In the region, there are much wider disparities in the school proficiency index across racial/ethnic groups and for the population below the poverty line. Black and Hispanic residents below the poverty line have the lowest index values (25.68 and 26.74, respectively), meaning they are least likely to live in neighborhoods with high-performing schools. White and Asian/Pacific Islander residents above the poverty line have the highest index values (46.63 and

51.51, respectively) meaning they are most likely to live in neighborhoods with high-performing schools.

Compared to the region, Apple Valley’s White and Asian/Pacific Islander residents have slightly worse access to high-performing schools, while Apple Valley’s Black, Hispanic, and Native American residents have slightly better access. This also means that there is slightly less disparity in access based on race/ethnicity in Apple Valley, as compared to the region

In Victorville, in comparison both Apple Valley and the region, residents have less access to high-performing schools: However, in Victorville, there are fewer disparities by race/ethnicity as compared to the region and Apple Valley.

30 Describe the relationship between the residency patterns of racial/ethnic, national origin, and family status groups and their proximity to proficient schools.

Map 7 – Demographics and School Proficiency is a series of three maps showing the School Proficiency Index and population distribution by race/ethnicity, national origin, and family type.

The maps are shaded according to school proximity index values. The darker shaded areas are those with higher index values, indicating the presence of higher performing schools in those areas.

Apple Valley:

There are differences in school performance based on geography, with neighborhoods in the southwest of the jurisdiction having the highest performing schools, and the more central neighborhoods having the least access to high-performing schools.

The first map shows that residents of different racial/ethnic groups, represented by different colored dots, seem to be evenly distributed across Apple Valley, with no visible concentrations in areas with better or worse access to high-performing schools. The second map shows that the areas with least access to high-performing schools, which are in the center of the jurisdiction, are home to residents originally from Mexico. The other national origin groups reside in areas with better access to high-performing schools. This indicates that residents born in Mexico may have less access to high-performing schools than other groups.

The third map shows where families with children live in relation to areas with high-performing schools. The size of the circles on the map indicates the percentage of families in the area that have children living with them. The map shows that the areas with the least access to high- performing schools (in the R/ECAP in the center of the jurisdiction) also have the highest proportion of families with children (shown by the relatively large circles).

Victorville:

In Victorville, there are also differences in school performance based on geography. Census tracts in the southeast have darker shading than the rest of the city, indicating higher performing schools.

The first two maps show that residents of different racial/ethnic groups and different national origins, represented by different colored dots, do not seem to be concentrated in areas with better or worse access to high-performing schools. Similarly, the third map shows that larger circles, indicating higher proportions of families with children, do not seem to be clustered in areas with either higher or lower performing schools. All this indicates that Victorville residents of different races/ethnicities, national origins, and family types have similar levels of access to high- performing schools.

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Describe how school-related policies, such as school enrollment policies, affect a student’s ability to attend a proficient school. Which protected class groups are least successful in accessing proficient schools? Both Apple Valley and Victorville school districts strive to create and promote proficient schools across their districts. The school districts
From the above analysis, it appears that, in Apple Valley, Black and Hispanic residents living below the poverty line, as well as residents born in Mexico and families with children are more likely than other residents to live in areas with lower-performing schools, indicating that these protected class groups are least successful in accessing proficient schools. In Victorville, compared to Apple Valley and the region, all residents, regardless of race/ethnicity, national origin, or family type, have relatively low access to high-performing schools.

Employment Opportunities
Describe any disparities in access to jobs and labor markets by protected class groups.

Jobs Proximity

33 Table 8 – Opportunity Indicators, by Race/Ethnicity includes a Jobs Proximity Index, which measures the physical distance between where Apple Valley and Victorville residents of different races/ethnicities live and the location of jobs. A higher index value indicates better access to employment opportunities.

Apple Valley:

In Apple Valley, access to employment opportunities is relatively low for all groups, and those living below the poverty line have less access to employment centers. There is some disparity in access to employment centers by race/ethnicity, with Asian/Pacific most likely to live near employment centers (index value of 26.91) and Hispanic residents least likely to live near employment centers (index value of 19.57).

Victorville:

In Victorville, access to employment opportunities varies slightly by race/ethnicity. Native American residents have the best access to employment centers (with an index value of 50.68) and Asian/Pacific Islanders have the least access (index value of 34.16). For all race/ethnic groups except Native Americans, populations living below the poverty line has better access to employment centers.

Comparison Across Jurisdictions and to the Region:

In both Victorville and the region, residents of all races/ethnicities, including those living below the poverty line (except for Native Americans living below the poverty line in Victorville), have better access to employment centers than residents of Apple Valley. In the region, there are also disparities in access to employment centers based on race/ethnicity. Black residents living below the poverty line have the least access to employment centers (with an index value of 41.83) and Asian/Pacific Islander residents living below the poverty line have the greatest access (with an index value of 57.38).

Labor Market
Table 8 – Opportunity Indicators, by Race/Ethnicity also includes a Labor Market Index, which measures the unemployment rate, labor-force participation rate, and percent of the population ages 25 and above with at least a bachelor’s degree, by neighborhood. A higher index value indicates that residents live in a neighborhood with higher labor force participation and human capital.

Apple Valley:

Table 8 shows that Apple Valley residents generally live in neighborhoods with low labor force participation and human capital, as indicated by the relatively low index values for all race/ethnic groups. Black and Hispanic residents living below the poverty line are least likely to live in neighborhoods with high labor force participation and human capital: they have index values of just 8.26 and 8.66, respectively. Asian/Pacific Islander residents are most likely to live in neighborhoods with high labor force participation and human capital: they have an index value of 19.83, which is still relatively low.

Victorville:

34 Table 8 shows that Victorville residents generally live in neighborhoods with low labor force participation and human capital, as indicated by the relatively low index values for all race/ethnic groups. Asian/Pacific Islander residents are most likely to live in neighborhoods with high labor force participation and human capital (with an index value of 14.63) and Native American residents are least likely to (index value of 8.94). Except for Native Americans, populations living below the poverty line are even less likely to live in neighborhoods with high labor force participation and human capital.

Comparison Across Jurisdictions and to the Region:

The population of Victorville, in comparison to Apple Valley and the region, has relatively low access to neighborhoods with high labor force participation and human capital. Apple Valley residents lag the region’s residents on this index: overall the region’s residents have better access to neighborhoods with high labor force participation and human capital than both Victorville and Apple Valley. In the region, there are significant disparities in access based on race/ethnicity.

Black and Hispanic residents living below the poverty line have the least access of any group to neighborhoods with high labor force participation and human capital (with index values of

16.85) and Asian/Pacific Islander residents have the most access (with an index value of 57.38).

How does a person’s place of residence affect their ability to obtain a job?

Map 8 – Demographics and Job Proximity is a series of three maps showing the Jobs Proximity Index and population distribution by race/ethnicity, national origin, and family type. On these maps, the areas with darker shading have higher index values, which means they are closer to areas of employment.

Apple Valley:

The maps show the northern part of Apple Valley has better proximity to jobs centers, meaning residents that live in those areas are closer to employment opportunities. Because Apple Valley is well integrated by race/ethnicity, there does not appear to be any major difference in proximity to job opportunities by race/ethnicity on the first map. However, on the second and third maps show, in the areas with the best access to employment centers there are relatively few residents of Mexican origin and families with children.

Victorville:

The maps show Census tracts in the southeast and northwest of Victorville have some of the highest jobs proximity index values, meaning residents that live in those areas are closer to employment opportunities. Because Victorville is relatively well integrated by race/ethnicity, there does not appear to be any major difference in proximity to job opportunities by race/ethnicity on the first map. Similarly, the second and third maps show that residents of different national origins and families with children are also fairly well distributed across the areas with better access to jobs.

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Map 9 – Demographics and Labor Market is a series of three maps showing the Labor Market Index and population distribution by race/ethnicity, national origin, and family type. On these maps, the areas with darker shading have higher index values, which means they have higher labor force participation and human capital.

Apple Valley:

The maps show that the northern part of Apple Valley and a Census tract on the western edge have the highest levels of labor force participation and human capital, relative to other parts of the jurisdiction. Similar to Map 8, there does not appear to be any concentration of specific race/ethnic groups in areas with higher or lower index values, however there are relatively few residents of Mexican origin and families with children in the areas with the highest levels of labor force participation and human capital.

Victorville:

The maps show that all parts of Victorville have relatively low labor market index values—there is no dark shading on the map. Certain areas of the city do have slightly higher index values, including the sparsely populated northernmost Census tract, and two Census tracts in the southwest. Similar to Map 8, there do not appear to be any concentrations of protected class groups in specific areas with higher or lower levels of labor force participation and human capital.

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Which racial/ethnic, national origin, or family status groups are least successful in accessing employment?

Table 9 – Labor Force Participation and Unemployment, below, shows 2013-2017 American Community Survey data on labor force participation rates and unemployment rates for the overall population and by race/ethnicity, disability status, and sex, in Apple Valley, Victorville, and the region. The graph below, titled COVID-19 Pandemic Impact on Unemployment Rate, shows the monthly unemployment rate for Apple Valley, Victorville, and the region in 2020 and 2021, demonstrating the impact of the COVID-19 pandemic on employment.

Apple Valley:

According to Table 9, in Apple Valley, Hispanic residents have the highest labor force participation rate (60.8%) and Black residents have the lowest (39.3%). There are also wide disparities in the unemployment rate. Asian/Pacific Islander residents have the lowest unemployment rate (8.17%), while Hispanic and Native American residents have significantly higher unemployment rates (15.2% and 19.9%, respectively). Persons living with a disability are less likely to participate in the labor force and are more likely to be unemployed than the population as a whole. Finally, women in Apple Valley are more likely to be unemployed than men.

According to Table 8, Black and Hispanic residents in Apple Valley who are living below the poverty line are least likely to live in neighborhoods with high labor force participation and

39 human capital. Additionally, Map 8 and Map 9 show that Apple Valley residents born in Mexico and families with children are less likely to live in areas with good access to job centers, high labor force participation, and high levels of human capital.

Victorville:

According to Table 9, in Victorville, Native Americans have the lowest labor force participation rate (31.7%) and the highest unemployment rate of any group (25.8%). Among other race/ethnic groups, labor force participation is nearly the same, however there are large disparities in the unemployment rates. Asian/Pacific Islander residents have the lowest unemployment rate (7.41%), followed by White residents (11.4%), Hispanic residents (15.3%), and Black residents (15.9%). Persons living with a disability are less likely to participate in the labor force and are more likely to be unemployed than the population as a whole.

According to Table 8, Native Americans have the lowest Labor Market Index value of any group, and Native Americans below the poverty line have the lowest Jobs Proximity Index value of any group. This indicates that Native Americans, and particularly those living below the poverty line, may be least successful in accessing employment in Victorville.

As shown in the graph below, during the economic shutdown initiated in response to COVID-19, unemployment in Apple Valley, Victorville, and the region increased dramatically. Victorville, in comparison to Apple Valley and the region, started off with a higher unemployment rate, reached a higher peak level of unemployment (17% in April 2020), and has maintained a higher unemployment level since then. While the unemployment rate in the region reached a higher level in April 2020 than the unemployment rate in Apple Valley (peaking at 15.2% in the region compared to 13.4% in Apple Valley), employment in the region has recovered at a faster rate than in Apple Valley. Since October 2020 the region has maintained a lower unemployment rate than Apple Valley.

40 It is very likely the COVID-19 pandemic has exacerbated racial/ethnic and gender-based unemployment disparities in Apple Valley, Victorville, and the region. While data at a local level is not yet available, national trends show wide disparities in job losses by race/ethnicity and sex.

According to the Congressional Research Service,3 across the U.S., women at every age group experienced higher increases in unemployment during the pandemic than men. The same was true for Black and Hispanic workers in comparison to White and Asian workers. The charts below show the disparities in peak unemployment rates during the pandemic by age/sex, race, and ethnicity.

3 Falk, G., Romero, P., Nicchitta, I., & Nyhof, E. (2021, August 20). Unemployment Rates During the COVID-19 Pandemic. Washington, DC: Congressional Research Service. Retrieved December 4, 2021 , from https://crsreports.congress.gov/product/details?prodcode=R46554

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Transportation Opportunities
Describe any disparities in access to transportation based on place of residence, cost, or other transportation related factors.

Access to Public Transit
Table 8 – Opportunity Indicators, by Race/Ethnicity includes a Transit Index, which measures the likelihood that residents utilize public transportation. Higher index values indicate better access to public transit in a neighborhood. Map 10 – Demographics and Transit Trips is a series of three maps showing the Transit Index and population distribution by race/ethnicity, national origin, and family type. On these maps, the areas with darker shading have higher index values, which means they are areas with better access to public transit.

Apple Valley:

As Table 8 shows, Apple Valley residents of different races/ethnicities have comparable access to public transit. Index values range from a low of 30.24 for Asian/Pacific Islanders to a high of

36.48 for Black residents. For the population below the poverty line, access to public transit is generally better, with higher index values for all groups except for Native Americans living below the poverty line, who have the lowest index value in the jurisdiction: 18.01.

As Map 10 shows, residents in the R/ECAP Census tract in the center of the jurisdiction have the best access to public transit in Apple Valley. As described previously, Apple Valley residents experience a relatively high level of residential integration across races/ethnicities, therefore Map 10 shows that there is no significant concentration of specific racial/ethnic groups in neighborhoods with greater or lesser access to public transit. However, of all national origin groups, only residents of Mexican origin live in the R/ECAP area, indicating they have better access to public transit than other national origin groups. Similarly, the R/ECAP area has a high concentration of families with children (shown by the relatively large dots on the third map), indicating those families with children have relatively good access to transit.

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As Table 8 shows, Victorville residents of different races/ethnicities have comparable access to public transit. Index values range from a low of 27.12 for Asian/Pacific Islanders to a high of

29.92 for Black residents. For the population below the poverty line, access to public transit is generally better, with higher index values for all groups except for Black residents living below the poverty line.

As Map 10 shows, Census tracts in the center of the city and in the north have the best access to public transit in Victorville (shown by the darker shading). As the first map shows, residents of different races/ethnicities are evenly distributed across the city, therefore there are no visible disparities in access to public transit by race/ethnicity. On the second map, however, which shows the distribution of residents of various national origins, there appear to be relatively few residents of Filipino, Indian, Vietnamese, or Korean origin, compared to those of Mexican origin, in the Census tracts with the most access to public transit. This indicates that Victorville residents born in these Asian countries may be less able to access public transit than other groups. Finally, the third map, which shows the distribution of families with children, does not appear to show any concentration of families with children in areas with high or low access to public transit.

Comparison Across Jurisdictions and to the Region:

Residents in Apple Valley generally have better access to public transit compared to their counterparts in Victorville. In the region, all racial/ethnic groups have better access to public transit compared to both Apple Valley and Victorville. In the region, Native Americans have the least access, with an index value of 47.70, and Asian/Pacific Islanders have the greatest access, with in index value of 55.92. Access to public transit is generally even higher for the population living below the poverty line, with Asian/Pacific Islanders living below the poverty having the highest index value (58.72).

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Transportation Costs
Table 8 – Opportunity Indicators, by Race/Ethnicity also includes a Low Transportation Cost Index, which measures the cost of transportation in a neighborhood. Higher index values indicate lower transportation costs. Transportation costs may be low in a neighborhood due to better access to public transportation, or to the density of housing, services, and employment, or to other reasons. Map 11 – Demographics and Low Transportation Cost is a series of three maps showing the Low Transportation Cost Index and population distribution by race/ethnicity, national origin, and family type. On these maps, the areas with darker shading have higher index values, which means they are areas with lower transportation costs.

Apple Valley:

As Table 8 shows, transportation costs are comparable for all racial/ethnic groups in Apple Valley. Asian/Pacific Islander residents have the highest costs, with an index value of 38, and Black residents have the lowest costs, with an index value of 40. For residents living below the poverty line, transportation costs are generally lower, with higher index values for all groups except Native Americans, who have the lowest index value in the jurisdiction: 34.19.

Map 11 shows that residents in the R/ECAP Census tract in the center of the jurisdiction have lower transportation costs than residents in other areas. The even distribution of colored dots on the first map indicates that there is no concentration of specific racial/ethnic groups in neighborhoods with higher or lower transportation costs. The second map shows that, of the various national origin groups in Apple Valley, only residents born in Mexico live in the

46 R/ECAP area. The third map shows that there is a high concentration of families with children in the R/ECAP (shown by the relatively large dot sizes in that area). These maps indicate that residents born in Mexico and families with children benefit from living in an area with lower transportation costs.

Victorville:

As Table 8 shows, transportation costs are comparable for all racial/ethnic groups in Victorville.

Asian/Pacific Islander residents have the highest costs, with an index value of 35.92, and Native American residents have the lowest costs, with an index value of 39.06. For residents living below the poverty line, transportation costs are generally lower, with higher index values for all groups except Native Americans, who have the lowest index value in the jurisdiction: 29.21.

Map 11 shows that residents living in the Census tracts in the center of the city—the area with the darkest shading—have the lowest transportation costs. Similar to Map 10, there does not appear to be a concentration of particular race/ethnic groups, or families with children, in areas with higher or lower transportation costs. However, the Census tracts shaded the darkest do appear to be areas with relatively few residents of Filipino, Indian, Vietnamese, and Korean origin, indicating those groups may face higher transportation costs relative to others.

Comparison Across Jurisdictions and to the Region:

Residents in Apple Valley and Victorville have very similar levels of access to neighborhoods with low transportation costs. In the region, index values are slightly higher for all groups compared to Apple Valley and Victorville, indicating lower transportation costs overall for residents in the region. There are no large disparities by race/ethnicity. The lowest index value is

42.13 (for White, Non-Hispanic residents) and the highest index value is 46.31 (for Hispanic residents). For the population below the poverty line, index values are higher for all racial/ethnic groups. Hispanic residents living below the poverty line have the highest index value (49.70) and White, Non-Hispanic residents living below the poverty line have the lowest index value (45.70).

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Which racial/ethnic, national origin or family status groups are most affected by the lack of a reliable, affordable transportation connection between their place of residence and opportunities?
In general, different race/ethnic groups in Apple Valley have similar levels of access to public transportation and experience similar transportation costs. The exception is Native Americans living below the poverty line, who experience the least access to public transit and the highest transportation costs of any group. Residents of Mexican origin and families with children who live in the R/ECAP area in the center of the jurisdiction appear to have relatively good access to public transit and relatively low transportation costs.

Similarly, in Victorville, different race/ethnic groups have broadly similar levels of access to public transportation and experience similar transportation costs. However, Asian/Pacific Islander residents have slightly less access to public transit and face slightly higher transportation costs. This disparity may be related to the fact that, as shown on Map 10 and Map 11, a larger number of residents of Filipino, Indian, Vietnamese, and Korean origin live outside the areas with the best access to public transit and the lowest costs, than live inside those areas.

Describe how the jurisdictions’ and region’s policies, such as public transportation routes or transportation systems designed for use personal vehicles, affect the ability of protected class groups to access transportation.

49 The Victor Valley Transit Authority (VVTA) establishes and maintains bus routes throughout the high desert communities. VVTA maintains routes that serve all communities within the region and evaluates its routes to ensure they are the most effective routes to serve the high desert communities. VVTA complements its regular bus route with programs such as its van pool program to offer subsidies to van pools for commuters traveling together.

Low Poverty Exposure Opportunities
Describe any disparities in exposure to poverty by protected class groups.

Table 8 – Opportunity Indicators, by Race/Ethnicity includes a Low Poverty Index, which measures the level of poverty in a neighborhood. Higher index values indicate less exposure to poverty in a neighborhood.

Apple Valley:

In Apple Valley, all residents have relatively high exposure to poverty. Asian/Pacific Islander residents have the lowest exposure to poverty (with an index value of 42.92), followed by White residents (39.3). Hispanic and Black residents have the highest exposure to poverty, with index values of 31.95 and 32.29, respectively. Residents living below the poverty line generally have higher exposure to poverty in their neighborhoods. The exception is Native American residents living below the poverty line, who are slightly less likely to be exposed to poverty in their neighborhoods than the overall Native American population in Apple Valley.

Victorville:

In Victorville, all residents have relatively high exposure to poverty. Asian/Pacific Islander residents have the lowest exposure to poverty (with an index value of 24.31), followed by White residents (23.43). Hispanic, Black, and Native American residents have the highest exposure to poverty, with index values of 21.57, 21.16, and 20.78, respectively. Residents living below the poverty line generally have higher exposure to poverty in their neighborhoods. In fact, Asian/Pacific Islander residents living below the poverty line have the highest exposure to poverty, with an index value of 15.92. The exception is Native American residents living below the poverty line, who are the least likely to be exposed to poverty in their neighborhoods of any group.

Comparison Across Jurisdictions and to the Region:

Victorville residents are more likely to be exposed to poverty in their neighborhoods than Apple Valley residents. Disparities in which race/ethnic groups are more likely to be exposed to poverty are similar in both places. Regionwide, residents are generally less likely to live in neighborhoods where they are exposed to poverty than either Apple Valley or Victorville, however the disparities in index values by race/ethnicity are larger. In the region, Hispanic residents have the highest exposure to poverty, with an index value of 36.39. Asia/Pacific Islander residents have the lowest exposure to poverty, with an index value of 58.83. The population living below the poverty line in the region is even more likely to be exposed to poverty in their neighborhoods, with index values significantly lower than the overall population.

50 Index values for the population below the poverty line range from 24.29 for Hispanic residents to

41.94 for Asian/Pacific Islander residents.

What role does a person’s place of residence play in their exposure to poverty?

Map 12 – Demographics and Poverty is a series of three maps showing the Low Poverty Index and population distribution by race/ethnicity, national origin, and family type. On these maps, the areas with darker shading have higher index values, which means they are areas with less exposure to poverty.

Apple Valley:

Map 12 shows that residents in neighborhoods in the northern and southeastern parts of Apple Valley have less exposure to poverty, and residents in the R/ECAP area in the center of the jurisdiction have the highest exposure to poverty. While racial/ethnic groups seem to be relatively evenly distributed across areas with both higher and lower exposure to poverty, the second and third maps show that there are relatively few residents of Mexican origin or families with children in the darkest shaded areas in the north compared to the R/ECAP area. This indicates that Mexican-born residents and families with children are more likely than other groups to be exposed to poverty in the neighborhoods where they live.

Victorville:

In Victorville, Map 12 shows that residents in the Census tracts in the central and eastern part of the city (including the two R/ECAPs) and in the R/ECAP in the northwest, are the most likely to be exposed to poverty in their neighborhoods. Given the even distribution of race/ethnic groups and families with children across the jurisdiction, there is no apparent concentration of specific race/ethnic groups or of families with children in those areas with more or less exposure to poverty. The second map in the series, which shows where residents of different national origins live, does show that there are relatively few residents of Filipino, Indian, Vietnamese, or Korean origin in those Census tracts with the highest exposure to poverty, compared to other parts of the city. This indicates that those populations are less likely to be exposed to poverty than other national origin groups.

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Which racial/ethnic, national origin or family status groups are most affected by these poverty indicators?

Table 10 – Poverty by Race/Ethnicity and National Origin, below, shows data from the 2013- 2017 American Community Survey on poverty rates by race/ethnicity and national origin.

Apple Valley:

In Apple Valley, according to the above analysis, Black and Hispanic residents are more likely to live in neighborhoods with relatively high exposure to poverty, as are residents of Mexican origin and families with children. According to Table 10, Native American residents have the highest poverty rate (31.49%), followed by Hispanic residents (24.2%), Black residents (24.07%), White residents (13.86%), and Asian/Pacific Islander residents, who have the lowest poverty rate (6.31%). Foreign-born residents of Apple Valley are less likely than native-born resident to live below the poverty line, with a poverty rate of 14.53% compared to 18.49% for native-born residents.

Victorville:

In Victorville, the above analysis indicates that all residents have a relatively high exposure to poverty in their neighborhoods. However, the analysis also indicates that Asian/Pacific Islander residents have a slightly lower risk of exposure to poverty. According to Table 10, Black residents have the highest poverty rate (32.56%), followed by Native American residents (29.58%), Hispanic residents (25.42%), Asian/Pacific Islander residents (14.43%), and White

53 residents, who have the lowest poverty rate (14.3%). Foreign-born residents of Victorville are slightly more likely than native-born resident to live below the poverty line.

Comparison Across Jurisdictions and to the Region:

Apple Valley has a slightly higher poverty rate overall (18.12%) than the region (16.82%), and Victorville has a highest rate (23.26%) of all three. In the region, there are similar disparities in poverty to Apple Valley and Victorville, with Native American, Black, and Hispanic residents more likely to live below the poverty line than Asian/Pacific Islander and White residents. In the region, like in Victorville, foreign-born residents are more likely to live below the poverty line than native-born residents.

Describe how the jurisdictions’ and region’s policies affect the ability of protected class groups to access low poverty areas.

Apple Valley:

The Town of Apple Valley relies upon the availability of Housing Choice Vouchers provided through the Housing Authority. Unfortunately, the waitlist for Apple Valley is rarely open. Further, federal funding for other housing programs is limited compared to private, market pressures on housing in the Town.

Victorville:

Access to lower poverty areas is limited to residents in Victorville because of the limited opportunities in labor, transportation and education. Further, housing has become less affordable over the past ten years – putting greater poverty pressure on hous eholds throughout the City.

Victorville is limited in providing access to low poverty areas via limited Housing Choice Vouchers and limited other funding for affordable housing and tenant based rental assistance programs.

Environmentally Healthy Neighborhood Opportunities
Describe any disparities in access to environmentally healthy neighborhoods by protected class groups.

54 Table 8 – Opportunity Indicators, by Race/Ethnicity includes an Environmental Health Index, which captures the potential exposure to harmful toxins in a neighborhood. Higher index values indicate less exposure to harmful toxins, and therefore better environmental quality, in a neighborhood. Map 13 – Demographics and Environmental Health is a series of three maps showing the Environmental Health Index and population distribution by race/ethnicity, national origin, and family type. On these maps, the areas with darker shading have higher index values, which means they are areas with less exposure to harmful toxins and therefore higher environmental quality.

Apple Valley:

As Table 8 shows, Apple Valley residents of all racial/ethnic groups, including those living below the poverty line, have relatively high access to environmentally healthy neighborhoods.

Index values for all groups in Apple Valley are in the mid-70s.

As Map 13 shows, areas in southeast Apple Valley have the highest index values, while areas in the north and northwest of the jurisdiction have the lowest index values (meaning residents in the north/northwest have less access to environmentally healthy neighborhoods than those in the southeast). The maps also show that residents of different race/ethnic groups and national origins, and families with children, are evenly dispersed throughout the areas with better and worse access to environmentally healthy neighborhoods, meaning there are no apparent disparities based on those protected classes.

Victorville:

As Table 8 shows, Victorville residents of all racial/ethnic groups have relatively high access to environmentally healthy neighborhoods. Index values for all groups in Victorville are in the high 60s. The population below the poverty line generally has slightly less access to environmentally healthy neighborhoods than the population as a whole: index values are in the mid 60s.

Map 13 shows that there is relatively uniform access to environmentally healthy neighborhoods across Victorville—most of the city has the same shading. The exceptions are one Census tract in the northwest, which has the high index value (i.e., is more environmentally healthy relative to other tracts), and two Census tracts in the center of the city—including one of the R/ECAPs— that have lower index values than other areas, meaning residents in those areas have less access to environmentally healthy neighborhoods. The maps do not show any concentration of race/ethnic groups, national origin groups, or families with children in the areas with better or worse access to environmentally healthy neighborhoods.

Comparison Across Jurisdictions and to the Region:

Residents of all races/ethnicities in both Apple Valley and Victorville experience relatively high access to environmentally healthy neighborhoods, though Apple Valley residents have slightly better access than their counterparts in Victorville. In comparison, the population in the region has much less access to environmentally healthy neighborhoods, and access varies significantly by race/ethnicity. Asian/Pacific Islander residents of the region have the least access to environmentally healthy neighborhoods, with an index value of 35.12. Asian/Pacific Islander residents living below the poverty line are slightly worse off, with an index value of 34.87, the lowest of any population group in the region. Native American and White residents in the region

55 have the most access to environmentally healthy neighborhoods of any group, with index values of 49.9 and 48.02, respectively, though they still have less access than residents of Apple Valley and Victorville.

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Which racial/ethnic, national origin or family status groups have the least access to environmentally healthy neighborhoods?

The Environmental Health Index in Table 8 and Map 13 – Demographics and Environmental Health show that there is no significant disparity in access to environmentally healthy neighborhoods by race/ethnicity, national origin, or family status.

Patterns in Disparities in Access to Opportunity
Identify and discuss any overarching patterns of access to opportunity and exposure to adverse community factors based on race/ethnicity, national origin, or familial status. Identify areas that experience an aggregate of poor access to opportunity and high exposure to adverse factors. Include how these patterns compare to patterns of segregation and R/ECAPs.

Apple Valley:

According to the above analysis, Apple Valley residents in general have relatively low access to high performing schools and employment opportunities, and relatively high exposure to poverty in their neighborhoods. However, the analysis indicates that Black and Hispanic residents (especially those living below the poverty line), residents of Mexican origin, and families with children, are least likely to live in neighborhoods with high performing schools, high labor force participation, and high levels of human capital. These groups are also more likely to live in neighborhoods where they are exposed to poverty.

These same challenges are all present in Census tract 0097.16, which is the R/ECAP tract located in the center of the jurisdiction. This part of the jurisdiction has relatively low performing schools, low levels of labor force participation and human capital, and high levels of poverty.

The analysis shows that Black residents, families with children, and residents born in Mexico disproportionately reside in this R/ECAP.

Victorville:

According to the above analysis, all Victorville residents, regardless of protected class status, have relatively low access to high-performing schools, relatively low access to neighborhoods with high labor force participation and human capital, and relatively high exposure to poverty in their neighborhoods. However, there is evidence that different protected class groups face specific challenges regarding access to opportunities and exposure to adverse community factors.

For example:
• Native Americans, particularly those living below the poverty line, appear to be least successful in accessing employment in Victorville. According to ACS data, Native Americans have the lowest labor force participation rate and the highest unemployment rate of any group.
• Asian/Pacific Islander residents have slightly less access to public transit and face slightly higher transportation costs, which may be related to the fact that more residents of

58 Filipino, Indian, Vietnamese, and Korean origin live outside the areas with the best access to public transit and the lowest costs, than live inside those areas. • Hispanic residents, residents born in Mexico, and families with children disproportionately reside in R/ECAPs.

Disproportionate Housing Needs
Analysis
Which groups experience higher rates of housing cost burden, overcrowding, or substandard housing when compared to other groups? Which groups also experience higher rates of severe housing burdens when compared to other groups?

For the 2022 Consolidated Plan (ConPlan), the Apple Valley-Victorville HOME Consortium analyzed 2013-2017 Comprehensive Housing Affordability Strategy (CHAS) data to determine if racial/ethnic groups at various income levels disproportionately experience any of the following four housing problems:
• Lacks complete kitchen facilities: Household lacks a sink with piped water, a range or stove, or a refrigerator.
• Lacks complete plumbing facilities: Household lacks hot and cold piped water, a flush toilet and a bathtub or shower.
• Overcrowding: A household is considered overcrowded if there are more than 1.01 people per room.
• Cost burden: A household is considered cost burdened if the household pays more than 30 percent of its total gross income for housing costs. For renters, housing costs include rent paid by the tenant plus utilities. For owners, housing costs include mortgage payment, taxes, insurance, and utilities.

According to the analysis in the ConPlan, at least one racial/ethnic group is disproportionately impacted by one or more of four housing problems in all income levels. Disproportionate impact means that a particular group is more likely to experience housing problems when compared to the population as a whole. As the chart below shows, among households in Apple Valley and Victorville that earn up to the area median income (0-100% of AMI), Black, Pacific Islander, and Hispanic households are more likely than other households to experience at least one of the four housing problems listed above. Eighty-three percent (83%) of Black households, 100% of Pacific Islander households, and 77% of Hispanic households experience at least one housing problem.

In comparison, 63% of White households and 69% of Asian households experience at least one housing problem.

59 Sources: 2013-2017 Comprehensive Housing Affordability Strategy, American Community Survey 2013- 2017 5- Year Estimates

The 2022 ConPlan also analyzes the disproportionate impact of severe housing problems by race/ethnicity. Similar to housing problems, severe housing problems are defined as:
• Lacks complete kitchen facilities: Household does not have a stove/oven and refrigerator. • Lacks complete plumbing facilities: Household does not have running water or modern toilets.
• Severe overcrowding: A household is considered severely overcrowded if there are more than 1.5 people per room.
• Severe cost burden: A household is considered severely cost burdened if the household pays more than 50 percent of its total income for housing costs. For renters, housing costs include rent paid by the tenant plus utilities. For owners, housing costs include mortgage payment, taxes, insurance, and utilities.

The chart below shows that, among Apple Valley and Victorville households that earn up to the area median income (0-100% of AMI), Hispanic households are more likely than others to experience at least one of the four severe housing problems listed above. Forty-six percent (46%) of Hispanic households experience at least one severe housing problem. In comparison, 31% of White households, 25% of Black households, 34% of Asian households, and 0% of Pacific Islander households experience at least one severe housing problem.

60 Sources: 2013-2017 Comprehensive Housing Affordability Strategy, American Community Survey 2013- 2017 5- Year Estimates

Which areas in the jurisdiction and region experience the greatest housing burdens? Which of these areas align with segregated areas, integrated areas, or R/ECAPs and what are the predominant race/ethnicity or national origin groups in such areas?

Map 6 – Housing Problems is a series of maps showing concentrations of households experiencing one or more housing burdens and population distribution by race/ethnicity and national origin, for Apple Valley, Victorville, and the region. On these maps, areas with darker shading have a higher percentage of households experiencing at least one housing burden.

Housing burdens in this context are the following: cost burden, defined as paying more than 30% of income for monthly housing costs including utilities; overcrowding; lacking a complete kitchen; and lacking plumbing.

Apple Valley:

The maps show that the northern and southeastern parts of Apple Valley have higher concentrations of families experiencing one or more of these housing burdens, compared to other neighborhoods. Census tract 0097.10, in the southeast, has the highest concentration of households with housing burdens. In that area, 56.48% of households have at least one of the four housing burdens.

These maps also show there is no apparent concentration of specific racial/ethnic or national origin groups in the areas with high or low concentrations of housing burdens.

Victorville:

Map 6 shows that the southeastern part of Victorville has a higher concentration of families experiencing housing burdens than most other areas of the city. In these areas, which include two R/ECAPs, over 50% of families experience at least one housing burden. Census tract 0091.16, portions of which are in northwest Victorville, over 60% of families experience at least one housing burden. This Census tract is classified as a R/ECAP. The maps do not show any

61 concentrations of specific race/ethnic or national origin groups in the areas with more housing burdens.

Region:

In the region, there are high concentrations of families experiencing one or more of these housing burdens to the near west of Apple Valley/Victorville, as well as farther to the northwest and south. Based on the scale of these maps, it is difficult to determine whether there are specific racial/ethnic or national origin groups concentrated in the areas with more housing burdens.

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64 Describe the differences in rates of renter and owner-occupied housing by race/ethnicity in the jurisdiction and region.

Table 11 – Homeownership and Rental Rates by Race/Ethnicity, below, shows the percentages of households that are renters and homeowners by race/ethnicity, for Apple Valley, Victorville, and the region.

Apple Valley:

In Apple Valley, 65% of all households own their home, however there are significant disparities by race/ethnicity. The homeownership rate for Asian/Pacific Islander residents in Apple Valley is highest, at 80%. White households have a comparable homeownership rate of 71%. However, only 54% of Native Americans and Hispanic households own their home. For Black households, the homeownership rate is even lower, at 49%.

Victorville:

In Victorville, 54% of all households own their home and there are significant disparities by race/ethnicity. The homeownership rate for Asian/Pacific Islander residents in Apple Valley is highest, at 73%. White, Non-Hispanic households have the second highest homeownership rate, at 62%. Hispanic and Native American households have significantly lower homeownership rates, of 55% and 58%, respectively. Black households have the lowest rate of homeownership in the city: only 29% of Black households own their home.

Comparison Across Jurisdictions and to the Region:

Victorville residents in general are less likely to own their own home than residents of Apple Valley. Similar disparities by race/ethnicity are present in both jurisdictions. Black households are least likely to own their home, and Asian/Pacific Islander households, followed by White, Non-Hispanic households, are most likely to be homeowners.

In the region, the overall homeownership rate (62%) is slightly lower than Apple Valley’s but higher than Victorville’s. Disparities by race/ethnicity are also present in the region and align with the disparities present in Apple Valley and Victorville. Homeownership rates for White and Asian/Pacific Islander households are highest in the region (71% and 70%, respectively.

Homeownership rates for Black households in the region are the lowest, at 42%, which is still significantly higher than the Black homeownership rate in Victorville. The homeownership rate for Native Americans households is 52% and for Hispanic households it is 56%.

ATTACHMENT B
2022-2023 Anticipated
CDBG & HOME Funding

City of Victorville 2022-2023 Anticipated HUD Allocations CDBG Allocation
KEY CNSRTKEY NAME STA CDBG21 HOME21
063900 Victorville CA $1,447,740 $0
060108 06C226 Apple Valley CA $609,694 $804,001

Public Service (15%) – $217,161
Construction (65%) – $941,031
Administration – (20%) – $289,548
Reallocation - $269,659.43

HOME Allocation
NAME STA CNSRT Type Share ($) Share (%)
CNSRT-Apple Valley CA C226 Consortium $804,001 100.0%
Victorville CA C226 Place $538,967 67%
Apple Valley CA C226 Place $265,034 33%

Allocation - $804,001
Housing activities (75%) - $603,001
CHDO (15%) - $120,600
Administration (10%) - $80,400

Victorville – 67% = $538,967 Apple Valley – 33% = $265,034 Housing Activities - $404,226 Housing Activities - $198,774 CHDO - $80,845 CHDO - $39,756
Administration - $26,948 ($53,896/2 = 26,948) Administration - $53,452 Administration – Victorville share - $26,948

Possible CDBG Reallocation for 2022-2023

Project # Activity Name Awarded
Amount
Total
Expenditures
Grant
Balance for
Reallocation
19-17 19 High Desert Homeless Services Parking Lot $44,251.00 $596.20 $43,654.80 19-25 19 Code Enforcement $175,000.00 $168,820.60 $6,179.40 19-26 19 Demolition $75,000.00 $11,911.27 $63,088.73
20-11 20 High Desert Transitional Living Connection $10,000.00 $2,063.50 $7,936.50 20-19 20 St. John of God Working Recovery $5,000.00 $0.00 $5,000.00 20-28 20 St. John of God Reroof Project $100,000.00 $0.00 $100,000.00 20-29 20 St. John of God ADA Ramp $30,000.00 $0.00 $30,000.00 21-01 21 Cedar House Life Change Center $15,000.00 $1,200.00 $13,800.00 Total $269,659.43

ATTACHMENT C
2022-2023 Community Planning and
Development Grant Applications

ATTACHMENT D
Entitlement City Tasks &
Funding Requirements

Entitlement City Tasks & Funding Requirements
Reoccurring Entitlement City Tasks

Consolidated Plan
As a recipient of CDBG and HOME funds, the City of Victorville is required to prepare a five-year strategic plan known as the Consolidated Plan (ConPlan). The ConPlan must be prepared every three to five years. Inasmuch as the current Consolidated Plan was originally approved by the City Council in April 2017, amended in April 2020 in response to COVID-19 and associated resources, and its five- year cycle is ending on June 30, 2022, a new ConPlan has been prepared as discussed in the Staff Report.

The ConPlan describes the City in terms of its overall characteristics and focuses on areas where federal dollars can be used to improve or enhance the living environment for the residents, particularly for those of very low, low and moderate income. The ConPlan identifies priority housing and community needs and lays out the City’s five year plan to address these needs. The needs identified in the ConPlan are:

• Supportive services for the homeless and at risk;
• Human services;
• Housing programs;
• Accessibility and Mobility; and
• Economic Development.

The “ 2022-2023 Community Planning and Development Grant Subcommittee Recommendations” ( Staff Report - Attachment C) analyzes the subcommittee’s recommendations by referencing the applicable ConPlan needs the project/program will fulfill.

Annual Action Plan
The Annual Action Plan outlines how the City will allocate both CDBG and HOME funds for eligible activities that address the priority needs identified in the Consolidated Plan.

Both CDBG and HOME have specific program requirements, for example, CDBG funds must be utilized to achieve one of three national objectives: elimination of slums and blight, benefit to low and moderate income persons, and/or meet an urgent need such as a natural disaster. HOME funds must be used to preserve or increase housing opportunities for low income residents.

Analysis of Impediments
The Analysis of Impediments (AI) is a report that identifies fair housing issues in the City of Victorville and the region, contributing factors to issues, and outlines goals and strategies to address issues. The fair housing analysis in the AI focuses on patterns of integration and segregation, racially and ethnically concentrated areas of poverty, disparities in access to opportunity, and disproportionate housing needs. Other components of the AI examine publicly supported housing, disability and access, fair housing enforcement, and demographics. The AI process involves an analysis of data

provided by HUD, local data from the jurisdictions and PHAs, and feedback gathered from the community. The recommendations in the AI will be used to inform future policies in the City of Victorville that will promote fair housing choice and inclusive communities.

Program/Project Oversight and Compliance Management
As an Entitlement City, staff is responsible for oversight and compliance management for every program or project funded with Victorville’s HUD funds. These activities include fund distribution, on- site monitoring visits to all grant recipients, review of records to ensure that services were performed for eligible (low and moderate-income) participants, procurement compliance on construction projects including Davis -Bacon wage compliance, compliance with all procurement requirements, monitoring project implementation, program compliance and internal audit compliance.

Federal regulations allow that a portion of the grant allocation can be designated for staff and program administration costs (not to exceed 20% for CDBG and 10% for HOME), which fund a portion of the Community & Development Services Department – Planning Division staff.

Fiscal Year 2022-2023 Funding Requirements

CDBG Funds
The City anticipates receiving $1,447,740 in new CDBG grant funds for fiscal year 2022- 2023. An additional $2 69,659.43 from prior year CDBG funds is available for reprogramming, which is available due to remaining balances on completed projects as well as funding being redirected from projects that were in jeopardy of not meeting 3-year expenditure timelines established by HUD (Staff Report – Attachment B). While many of these proposed reprogrammed funds represent unused remainder balances, those funds with larger balances (e.g. St. John of God) have been reprogramed as the originally funded entity will be ceasing operations in Victorville.

Distributions of proposed CDBG funding disbursement are as follows:

FY 2022-2023 CDBG Allocations
Project Type Proposed
Funding Comments
Public Service Projects $217,161 Maximum allowed by HUD-15% Construction/Other Projects $1,210,690.43 * Minimum allowed by HUD-20% Administration $289,548 Maximum allowed by HUD-20%
TOTAL (2022-2023) $1,717,399.43
*Includes $269,659.43 in reallocated FY 17-18 through FY 19-20 CDBG funds

In order to qualify for CDBG funding, all eligible activities must principally benefit low and moderate-income persons. An activity will be considered to principally benefit low and moderate-income persons if it meets one or more of the following standards:

• 100% Low/Mod Income Benefit (includes public service activity) - The activity has an income eligibility requirement that limits the benefits exclusively to low and moderate-income persons.

• Area Benefit - The activity is designed to serve Low/Mod areas such as the City’s CDBG Target Areas ( Staff Report - Attachment E). In order for an area to be included in the map, at least 51% of the census track block group residents must be low and moderate income households.

• Presumed Benefit - The activity would benefit one or more of the following groups presumed to be low-income under CDBG regulations: abused children, battered spouses, the elderly, adult persons with severe disabilities, the homeless, illiterate persons, and migrant farm workers.

• 51% Low Mod Limited Clientele (not public service activities) - The activity has income eligibility restrictions and requires income verifying documentation to assure that at least 51% of the users or beneficiaries of an assisted facility are low income (e.g. the rehabilitation of a day care center serving 51% low -income households).

• Job Creation/Retention for Low -Income Population - The activity is designed to create or retain permanent jobs, a majority of which will employ low -income persons.

• Slum/Blight Elimination - The activity is designed to eliminate slum and blight as part of a comprehensive plan.

As recommended by the CPD Grant Subcommittee, all projects/programs recommended for fund allocation are eligible activities in accordance with the noted standards.

HOME Investment Partnership Program (HOME) Funds
The City is anticipated to receive $538,681.00 in HOME grant funds for fiscal year 2022- 2023. Distributions of HOME funds for activities are as follows:

HOME Allocations
Project Type Proposed
Funding Comments
Housing Projects $404,226 Maximum allowed by HUD-N/A
CHDO Projects $80,845 Minimum allowed by HUD-15%
Administration –
Victorville’s portion
$26,948.00
Maximum allowed by HUD-10% Administration – Apple Valley’s portion of Victorville’s share
$26,948.00
TOTAL (2022-2023) $538,967.00

In 2005, the City of Victorville formed a consortium with the Town of Apple Valley in order to meet the population threshold of obtaining HOME entitlement status with HUD. The successful formation of this consortium has resulted in an annual allocation of HOME funds to both communities. Without the establishment of a consortium with the Town of Apple Valley, the City of Victorville would not be eligible to receive funds directly or establish projects/programs that are tailored to meet the City’s local needs, as funds would be distributed at the behest of San Bernardino County.

Federal regulations limit the kinds of activities that the City may carry out with HOME funds. The City is required to utilize HOME grant funding to “provide decent affordable housing to lower-income households; expand the capacity of nonprofit housing providers; strengthen the ability of state and local governments to provide housing; and leverage private-sector participation.” Generally, HOME funds are required to be allocated to the following categories:

• Homeowner Rehabilitation - HOME funds may be used to assist existing owner - occupants with the repair, rehabilitation, or reconstruction of their home.

• Homebuyer Activities - Funds may be used to finance the acquisition and/or rehabilitation or new construction of homes for homebuyers.

• Rental Housing - Affordable rental housing may be acquired and/or rehabilitated, or constructed.

• Tenant-based rental assistance (TBRA ) - Financial assistance for rent, security deposits and, under certain conditions, utility deposits may be provided to tenants.

As recommended by the CPD Grant Subcommittee, all projects/programs recommended for fund allocation are eligible activities in accordance with the noted standards.

Applications, Project Types and Funding Considerations

Applications
For the fiscal year 2022-2023 funding cycle, 41 applications were received for both CDBG and HOME funds. Applications for funding were made available beginning Friday , November 19, 2021, and were due no later than Friday January 21 , 2022. Additionally, technical workshops were held on December 1, 2021 and again on January 6 , 2022 to assist potential applicant in the application process.

Project Types - Public Service Projects
Public Service Projects are defined by the population they serve and may only be funded with CDBG. Most public service projects are determined to be eligible based on the federal guidelines that presume certain groups are eligible, such as the homeless, victims of domestic violence, senior adults, certain at -risk groups such as the unemployed and youth, and low/moderate income families. CDBG regulations place a 15% cap on funds that can be allocated to Public Service Projects . This year a total of $2 17,161 is recommended to fund projects defined as Public Service Projects, which does not exceed 15% of the City’s total 2022-2023 CDBG allocation from HUD.

Project Types - Construction and Other Community Development Projects Construction and Other Community Development Projects are generally limited by their location and are funded with CDBG. A target area map is determined by the 2020 census and defines those areas where there exists a concentrated portion of the low and moderate-income population, or an area severely affected by blight. A project is eligible under this project type when it demonstrates that the immediate or target area benefits from the project or activity. This year $941,031 of the City’s total 2022- 2023 CDBG allocation from HUD is available to fund projects defined as Construction and Other Community Development Projects (Housing Projects may also be funded from this category). Additionally, $2 69,659.43 of reallocated funds from previous program years are available for reprogramming, which totals $1,210,690.43 of CDBG funds dedicated to Construction and Other Community Development Projects for the subject fiscal year as proposed.

Project Types - Housing Projects
Housing Projects may be funded with either CDBG or HOME funds. CDBG regulations limit housing activities to “providing or improving permanent residential structures, which upon completion will be occupied by low and moderate- income persons”. HOME regulations are designed to provide affordable housing to low and very -low-income households. HUD requires a minimum of 15% of the Consortium’s total HOME allocation to be reserved for CHDO activities . As proposed, the 2022- 2023 Action Plan allocates $404,226 in HOME funds and $200,000 in CDBG funds to applicable housing projects in accordance with HUD standards.

Funding Considerations
City Council Policy - On January 15, 2019, the City Council adopted the second amendment to Council Policy No. CP -94-4, which established guidelines on the policies and procedures used for the administration and utilization of various HUD and California

Department of Housing and Community Development grants. The policy states that the City Council is tasked with the responsibility of determining program and project priority as well as allocating funds each fiscal year in which grant funds are available. In order to facilitate the annual allocation of funds, the City Council designates two members of the City Council every year to serve on a Grant Subcommittee who act to:

• Determine program and project priority of each applicable grant funding source; and
• F ormulate recommendations for presentation to the City Council regarding Federal and State grant funding distribution.

Staff prepares summary tables of the applications received to assist the Grant Subcommittee in reviewing the proposed project’s compliance with the Council Policy.

After review of the applications received and in consultation with a CPD Grant Subcommittee member appointed by the City Manager, recommendations for the allocation of CDBG and HOME funding is incorporated into the subject Annual Action Plan for review and approval by the City Council. Recommendations made by the CPD Grant Subcommittee are evaluated based upon the following criteria:

• Need
• Benefit
• Organization and Administrative Capacity
• Funding
• City Council Priorities
• Collaboration
• Participation

Religious Organizations
With the passage of the President George W. Bush’s Faith-Based Initiative, HUD revised its regulations to remove barriers to the participation of faith-based organizations in HUD programs. In general, no group of applicants competing for HUD funds should be subject to greater or fewer requirements than other organizations solely because of their religious character or affiliation. However, HUD does require that organizations clearly delineate eligible a nd ineligible uses of funds. HUD’s final rule stipulates that a recipient organization may not use direct HUD funds to support inherently religious activities, such as worship, religious instruction, or proselytization.

ATTACHMENT E
CDBG Target Area Map

City Council Districts for 2020 Census & 2010 Approved CDBG Areas The City of Victorville
Printed: March 7th, 2022
Author: Brandon Krejckant - GIS Coordinator
Department: Information Technology - GIS Division
CITY COUNCIL DISTRICTS FOR 2020 CENSUS & 2010 APPROVED CDBG AREAS Disclaimer: Victorville GIS Data is made available for general reference purposes only and should not be used or relied upon without independent verification.

The most current CDGB data is 2010. The City of Victorville does not warrant data accuracy or completeness, nor will the City of Victorville accept liability of any kind in conjunction with its use.

District 2 District 4
District 1
District 3
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City of Victorville, Bureau of Land Management, Esri, HERE, Garmin, GeoTechnologies, Inc., USGS, METI/NASA, EPA, USDA Districts
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3 4
5 CDBG Areas
Victorville City Boundary
City Council Districts for 2020 Census & 2010 HUD Qualifying Household Areas The City of Victorville
Printed: March 7th,2022
Author: Brandon Krejckant - GIS Coordinator
Department: Information Technology - GIS Division
CITY COUNCIL DISTRICTS FOR 2020 CENSUS & 2010 HUD QUALIFYING HOUSEHOLD AREAS Disclaimer: Victorville GIS Data is made available for general reference purposes only and should not be used or relied upon without independent verification.

Information available is subject to change without notice. The City of Victorville does not warrant data accuracy or completeness, nor will the City of Victorville accept liability of any kind in conjunction with its use.

District 2 District 4
District 1
District 3
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0 1 2 3 40.5
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Victorville City Boundary
Item Number: 2
City Council / Board of Directors
Consent Calendar
Meeting of: April 19, 2022
Submitted By:

Brian Gengler, City Engineer

Subject:

Notice of Completion – Sewer Capacity Improvement Project C1 Recommendation:

That the Honorable City Council accept as complete and approve the Notice of Completion for Sewer Capacity Improvement Project C1.

Fiscal Impact:

This action will result in fiscal impact of $65,205.09. An additional appropriation is not required. There are sufficient funds available in the project budget to cover the planned expenses. Retention in the amount of five percent was withheld from each pay estimate.

Retention will be released after City Council approval and the recording of the Notice of Completion. This project was funded by Sewer Fund, No. 425, as part of the Capital Improvement Project Budget for Fiscal Year 2020-2021. There will be $2,518.36 remaining in the budget after the release of the retention. The budget account number is shown below.

Budget Account Number: 425-20110-77430 – Sewer Main Replacement Background:

On February 16, 2021, City Council awarded a construction contract to Christensen Brothers General Engineering, Inc., in the amount of $1,216,331.70 for the Sewer Capacity Improvement Project C1. The project scope included replacing 2,992 feet of 10- inch diameter sewer main with 15-inch diameter sewer main, and also replacing nine manholes. The location of the project was in Nisqualli Road, from approximately 300 feet to the west of Hesperia Road and ending at the sewer main that parallels the BNSF Railroad. Please refer to Attachment A, a project location map.

The purpose of this project was to increase the flow capacity of the pipe to accommodate both existing sewer flows and a projected increase in flows due to new development 2 5
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expected to occur in the City over the coming years. This project was identified in the 2016 Sewer Master Plan (SMP) as Capacity Improvement Project C1. The project was also identified in the 2018 sewer rate study.

Discussion:

The project was substantially completed at a final contract price of $1,304,101.90. Thirty- five days after the recordation of the Notice of Completion, the City can release the final retention monies withheld on this project, provided there are no claims or unreleased liens against the contract. After the filing of the Notice of Completion, a one-year warranty on the improvements will begin.

Staff remains available for any questions that the Board may have.

Attachments: A. Location Map
B. Notice of Completion

ATTACHMENT A

ATTACHMENT B

RECORDING REQUESTED BY:

CITY OF VICTORVILLE

WHEN RECORDED MAIL TO:

CITY OF VICTORVILLE
ATTN: CITY CLERK
P.O. BOX 5001
VICTORVILLE, CA 92393-5001

Recording of this document is fee-exempt under Government SPACE ABOVE THIS LINE FOR RECORDER’S USE Code Section 6103. No Documentary Transfer Tax is due on the document pursuant to Revenue Taxation Code Section 11922

PUBLIC CONTRACT

NOTICE OF COMPLETION
NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN THAT:

1. The undersigned is OWNER or agent of the OWNER of the interest or estate stated below in the property hereinafter described.

2. The FULL NAME of the OWNER is CITY OF VICTORVILLE

3. The FULL ADDRESS of the OWNER is 14343 CIVIC DRIVE, VICTORVILLE, CA 92392 A work of improvement on the property hereinafter described was COMPLETED August 30, 2021

4. The work of improvement completed is described as follows: Sewer Capacity Improvement Project C1

5. The NAME OF THE ORIGINAL CONTRACTOR, if any, for such work of improvement is Christensen Bros. General Engineering, Inc.

6. The street address of said property is Nisqualli Road, from approximately 300 feet to the west of Hesperia Road and ending at the sewer main that parallels the BNSF Railroad.

7. Assessor’s Parcel Number: n/a

8. The property on which said work of improvement was completed is in the City of VICTORVILLE, County of SAN BERNARDINO, State of CALIFORNIA.

Verification of NON-INDIVIDUAL owner: I, Brian W. Gengler, the undersigned, declare under penalty of perjury under the laws of the State of California that I am the City Engineer of the aforesaid interest or estate in the property described in the above notice; that I have read said notice, that I know and understand the contents thereof, and that the facts stated therein are true and correct.

at Victorville, California.

Date Brian W. Gengler, City Engineer

CITY OF VICTORVILLE
Item Number: 3
City Council / Board of Directors
Consent Calendar
Meeting of: April 19, 2022
Submitted By:

Brian Gengler, City Engineer

Subject:

Security Releases for Las Haciendas Tracts
Recommendation:

That the City Council:

1. Approve the release of the remaining 20% for the Faithful Performance Securities for Tract Map Nos. 16942, 16943, 16944, and 16969; and

2. Approve the release of the Labor and Materials Securities for Tract Map Nos. 16943 and 16944.

Fiscal Impact:

There is no fiscal impact resulting from this action.

Background:

Las Haciendas is a single-family housing development that is comprised of the following seven tracts: 16939, 16940, 16941, 16942, 16943, 16944, and 16969 (backbone). Las Haciendas is located north of Tawney Ridge Lane, east of Cordova Road, south of Hopland Street, and west of El Evado Road. The Developer, KB Homes (hereinafter referred to as “Developer”), was required to install public improvements, including streets, sewer, water, and storm drain, as a condition of approval. Improvement securities were required to assure the completion of the public improvements in accordance with Victorville Municipal Code (VMC) §17.64.060. 100% is collected for faithful performance and 50% is collected for labor and materials per VMC §17.64.060(b). The Developer posted bonds as security for the completion of the required public improvements.

Discussion:

The residential subdivisions within the Las Haciendas have been developed and completed. Securities have been fully and partially released within the last two years. The following securities have yet to be released:
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Tract Map No.16942
Storm Drain Faithful Performance Securities
At the December 1, 2020, City Council meeting, the completion and acceptance of the work for Tract Map No. 16942 were accepted. Therefore, 80% of the Faithful Performance security was released, the remaining 20% was kept for a guarantee period of one year per VMC §17.64.060(3). Since the twelve-month period has passed, the remaining 20% in the amount of $88,460.86 should be released.

Tract Map No. 16943
Landscape Improvements Faithful Performance Securities
At the December 1, 2020, City Council meeting, the completion and acceptance of the work for Tract Map No. 16943 were accepted. Therefore, 80% of the Faithful Performance security was released, the remaining 20% was kept for a guarantee period of one year per VMC §17.64.060(3). Since the twelve-month period has passed, the remaining 20% in the amount of $8,463.31 should be released.

Landscape Improvements Labor and Materials Securities
Pursuant to VMC §17.64.070(3), labor and material securities are released within a six- month time frame after the completion and acceptance of the work have been approved.

This bond, in the amount of $21,158.28, should now be released as the six-month period was met as of June 30, 2021.

Tract Map No. 16944
Landscape Improvements Faithful Performance Securities
At the December 1, 2020, City Council meeting, the completion and acceptance of the work for Tract Map No. 16944 were accepted. Therefore, 80% of the Faithful Performance security was released, the remaining 20% was kept for a guarantee period of one year per VMC §17.64.060(3). Since the twelve-month period has passed, the remaining 20% in the amount of $14,450.83 should be released.

This bond, in the amount of $36,127.08, should now be released as the six-month period was met as of June 30, 2021.

Tract Map No. 16969
Signage & Striping Improvements Faithful Performance Securities At the December 1, 2020, City Council meeting, the completion and acceptance of the work for Tract Map No. 16969 were accepted. Therefore, 80% of the Faithful Performance security was released, the remaining 20% was kept for a guarantee period of one year per VMC §17.64.060(3). Since the twelve-month period has passed, the remaining 20% in the amount of $9,553.40 should be released.

In conclusion, because all of the required time periods have been met, staff recommends that the City Council approve the release of the remaining 20% for the Faithful 2 5
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Performance Securities for Tract Map Nos. 16942, 16943, 16944 and 16969; and approve the release of the Labor and Materials Securities for Tract Map Nos. 16943 and 16944.

Staff remains available for any questions the Council may have.

Attachments: A. Vicinity Maps
B. Securities Table
C. Existing Securities
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Securities Table

Tract Map No. 16942

Tract Map No. 16943

Tract Map No. 16944

Faithful Performance Security
Public Improvements Storm Drain – No. 24022732
Amount of ORIGINAL Security: $442,304.28
Amount of Security CURRENTLY: $88,460.86
Amount of Security being REDUCED: $88,460.86
Amount of Security REMAINING: $0.00
Faithful Performance Security
Public Improvements Landscaping – No. 24022736
Amount of ORIGINAL Security: $42,316.56
Amount of Security CURRENTLY: $8,463.31
Amount of Security being REDUCED: $8,463.31
Amount of Security REMAINING: $0.00
Labor & Materials Security
Public Improvements Landscaping – No. 24022736
Amount of ORIGINAL Security: $21,158.28
Amount of Security CURRENTLY: $21,158.28
Amount of Security being REDUCED: $21,158.28
Amount of Security REMAINING: $0.00
Faithful Performance Security
Public Improvements Landscaping – No. 24022740
Amount of ORIGINAL Security: $72,254.16
Amount of Security CURRENTLY: $14,450.83
Amount of Security being REDUCED: $14,450.83
Amount of Security REMAINING: $0.00
Labor & Materials Security
Public Improvements Landscaping – No. 24022740
Amount of ORIGINAL Security: $36,127.08
Amount of Security CURRENTLY: $36,127.08
Amount of Security being REDUCED: $36,127.08
Amount of Security REMAINING: $0.00
Tract Map No. 16969

Developer:

KB Home Greater Los Angeles Inc., a California Corporation 36310 Inland Valley Dr.

Wildomar, CA 92595
Faithful Performance Security
Signage & Striping – No. SU5015747
Amount of ORIGINAL Security: $47,767.00
Amount of Security CURRENTLY: $9,553.40
Amount of Security being REDUCED: $9,553.40
Amount of Security REMAINING: $0.00

Attachment C
Existing Securities

Item Number: 4
City Council / Board of Directors
Consent Calendar
Meeting of: April 19, 2022
Submitted By:

Brian Gengler, City Engineer

Subject:

Security Release for Tract Map No. 16720
Recommendation:

That the City Council:

1. Approve the release of the remaining 20% for the Water and Storm Drain Faithful Performance Securities for Tract Map No. 16720; and

2. Approve the full release of the Water and Storm Drain Labor and Materials Securities for Tract Map No. 16720.

Fiscal Impact:

There is no fiscal impact resulting from this action.

Background:

Tract Map No. 16720 is located at the southeast corner of Eucalyptus Street and Mesa Linda Street. Victorville 115-Lots, also known as Legacy Homes, is the Developer and was required to install public improvements as a condition of approval. The required public improvements included water, sewer, storm drain, streets, and Landscape Maintenance Assessment District (LMAD) improvements along Eucalyptus Street.

Discussion:

At the December 1, 2020, City Council meeting, a reduction of 80% for the Water and Storm Drain Faithful Performance securities along with completion and acceptance of the work was approved. The remaining 20% of each security was kept for a guarantee period of one-year per Victorville Municipal Code (VMC) §17.64.060(3). Since the twelve-month period has passed, the remaining 20% for each security should be released. Additionally, pursuant to VMC §17.64.070(3), the labor and material securities are released within a six-month time frame after the completion and acceptance of the work has been approved. Because the six-month period was met as of June 30, 2021, the Labor and Materials Securities for water and storm drain improvements should be fully released. 2 5
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Staff remains available for any questions the Council may have.

Attachments: A. Vicinity Map
B. Securities Table
C. Securities Deposit
Attachment A
Vicinity Map

Attachment B
Securities Table

Securities Table
Developer:

Legacy Homes
1885 California St
Corona, CA 92881
Labor & Materials Security
Public Improvements Drainage – Cash Deposit
Amount of ORIGINAL Security: $2,310.00
Amount of Security CURRENTLY: $2,310.00
Amount of Security being REDUCED: $2,310.00
Amount of Security REMAINING: $0.00
Faithful Performance Security
Public Improvements Drainage – Cash Deposit
Amount of ORIGINAL Security: $4,620.00
Amount of Security CURRENTLY: $924.00
Amount of Security being REDUCED: $924.00
Amount of Security REMAINING: $0.00
Faithful Performance Security
Public Improvements Water – Cash Deposit
Amount of ORIGINAL Security: $11,220.00
Amount of Security CURRENTLY: $2,244.00
Amount of Security being REDUCED: $2,244.00
Amount of Security REMAINING: $0.00
Labor & Materials Security
Public Improvements Water – Cash Deposit
Amount of ORIGINAL Security: $5,610.00
Amount of Security CURRENTLY: $5,610.00
Amount of Security being REDUCED: $5,610.00
Amount of Security REMAINING: $0.00
$1,169,469.14 + $564,749.51 = $1,734,218.65
Attachment C
Securities Deposit

Item Number: 5
City Council / Board of Directors
Consent Calendar
Meeting of: April 19, 2022
Submitted By:

Brian Gengler, City Engineer

Subject:

Security Reduction for Tract Map No. 15896-1
Recommendation:

That the City Council approve a 60% reduction of the Faithful Performance Securities for Tract Map No. 15896-1.

Fiscal Impact:

There is not fiscal impact resulting from this action.

Background:

Tract Map No. 15896-1 (Tract 15896-1) is a 37-lot, single family subdivision located at the northwest corner of Nisqualli Road and 9th Avenue. KB Homes acquired Tract 15896- 1 from Javid Investments, LLC; Royal Investors Group, LLC; and Shayan Capital, LLC on January 16, 2020. As part of the conditions of approval, KB Homes was required to complete the outstanding street, sewer, storm drain, and Landscape Maintenance Assessment District (LMAD) Improvements.

Discussion:

KB Homes has substantially completed most of the required public improvements. Since passing all applicable inspections thus far, it is recommended that 60% of the Faithful Performance Securities be released at this time. The remaining 40% of the security will be held until the remainder of the public improvements are completed and are ready for acceptance. It will then be presented to the City Council for consideration of approval.

Therefore, staff recommends that the City Council approve a 60% reduction for the Faithful Performance Security for Tract Map No. 15896-1.

Staff remains available for any questions the City Council may have. 2 5
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Attachments: A. Vicinity Map
B. Securities Table
C. Existing Securities
Attachment A
Vicinity Map

Attachment B
Securities Table

Securities Table

Developer:

KB Home Coastal, Inc.
36310 Inland Valley Drive
Wildomar, CA 92595
Faithful Performance Security
Public Improvements – No. 0232147
Labor & Materials Security
Public Improvements – No. 0232147
Amount of ORIGINAL Security: $481,127.00 Amount of ORIGINAL Security: $257,186.00 Amount of Security CURRENTLY: $481,127.00 Amount of Security CURRENTLY: $257,186.00 Amount of Security being REDUCED: $288,676.20 Amount of Security being REDUCED: $0.00 Amount of Security REMAINING: $192,450.80 Amount of Security REMAINING: $257,186.00 Attachment C
Existing Securities

Item Number: 6
City Council / Board of Directors
Consent Calendar
Meeting of: April 19, 2022
Submitted By:

Jennifer Thompson, City Clerk

Subject:

Second Reading of Ordinance No. 2425
Recommendation:

Fiscal Impact:

There is no fiscal impact as a result of this action.

Discussion:

At the Regular City Council meeting held on April 5, 2022, the City Council, by a majority vote, voted to introduce Ordinance No. 2425, adding a new Chapter 6.37 (Mandatory Organic Waste Disposal Reduction) to Title 6 (Health and Safety) of the Victorville Municipal Code and revising subsection 16-5.11.050(a) of Title 16, Chapter 5, Article 11 (Green Building Code) of the Victorville Municipal Code This ordinance is being presented for adoption and once adopted, will become effective May 19, 2022.

Attachments: A. Ordinance No. 2425
Attachment A

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