Attachment A - Resolution No. 25-008 (2025-2026 Annual Action Plan)

ATTACHMENT A
Resolution No. 25-008

RESOLUTION NO. 25-008

A RESOLUTION OF THE COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF VICTORVILLE ADOPTING THE FISCAL YEAR 2025 - 2026 ANNUAL ACTION PLAN; APPROVING SUBMISSION TO THE U.S. DEPARTMENT OF HOUSING AND URBAN DEVELOPMEN T (HUD) FOR

APPLICATION OF COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT BLOCK GRANT (C DBG) AND HOME INVESTMENT PARTNERSHIP (HOME) PROGRAM FUNDS; A ND HEREBY

AUTHORIZING THE CITY MANAGER TO SIGN ALL IMPLEMENTING DOCUMENTS

REQUIRED BY HUD

WHEREAS, the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD) requires all jurisdictions that receive federal ent itlement funds to prepare a five year Consolidated Plan and Annual Action Plans; and

WHEREAS, the City of Victorville’s five year Conso lidated Plan is a comprehensive, long term planning document that focuses limited re sources on community needs and priorities, and ensures that the City’s Federally funded programs function in a coordinated manner; and

WHEREAS, 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

WHEREAS, the City of Victorville has prepared a Co nsolidated Plan in accordance with Federal regulations for program years 2022 – 2 026 beginning July 1, 2022 through June 30, 2027; and

WHEREAS, the City of Victorville has prepared an A nnual Action Plan in accordance with Federal regulations for the 2025 – 2026 fiscal year beginning July 1, 2025 through June 30, 2026; and

WHEREAS, 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 $1,373,412 in Community Development Block Grant Program and approximately $509,649 in HOME In vestment 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 2025-2026 Annual Action Plan, which is attached to this Resolution as Exhibit A; 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 2025-2026 Annual Ac tion Plan will allow the City of Victorville to receive the financial assistance provided for under the Federal CDBG and HOME programs; and

WHEREAS, after hearing all testimony presented, the City Council votes to approve the 2025-2026 Annual Action Plan, which is attached to this Resolution as Exhibit A.

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

SECTION 1. The proposed 2025-2026 Annual Action Plan attached hereto is approved for submission to HUD.

SECTION 2. The City’s allocation of 2025-2026 Home Investment Partnership Program (HOME) funds of $300,000 to Victor Valley Domestic Violence, $82,237 to the Senior Home Repair Program, $76,447 to a Community Housing Development Organization (CHDO), and $50,965 to program administration is he reto approved for submission to HUD by the Town of Apple Valley as Lead Agency of t he 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 th e subject documents as required by HUD, as well as complete any necessary documentatio n, including all certifications, funding agreements, and grant application forms con tained therein needed to complete submittal of the approved 2025-2026 Annual Action Plan to HUD.

SECTION 4. The City of Victorville’s annual budget for Fiscal Year 2025-2026 shall reflect additional revenue and expenditures in the amount of approximately $1,373,412 (CDBG - City Org. 2813025) in Fiscal Year 2025-2026 Federal CDBG allocations, approximately $509,649 (HOME – City Org. 2823027) in Fiscal Year 2025-2026 Federal HOME allocations, and $15,000 (CDBG-CV3 – City Org. 2813025) in reallocated CDBG- CV funding from Fiscal Year 2023-2024.

SECTION 5. This Resolution shall take effect immedi ately upon its adoption.

Resolution No. 25-008

Exhibit A

Annual Action Plan
2025
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City of Victorville

DRAFT ACTION PLAN
FISCAL YEAR 2025 - 2026

CITY OF VICTORVILLE

PLANNING DEPARTMENT
14343 CIVIC DRIVE
P.O. BOX 5001
VICTORVILLE, CA 92393-5001

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TABLE OF CONTENTS

SECTION PAGE

Executive Summary
AP-05 Executive Summary ..............................................................................................3 PR-05 Lead and Responsible Agencies ............................................................................7 AP-10 Consultation ..........................................................................................................8 AP-12 Participation .........................................................................................................21

Expected Resources .....................................................................................................................24

AP-15 Expected Resources ...............................................................................................24

Annual Goals and Objectives .....................................................................................................27

AP-20 Annual Goals and Objectives ................................................................................27 AP-35 Projects .................................................................................................................29 AP-38 Project Summary ...................................................................................................30 AP-50 Geographic Distribution .......................................................................................40 AP-75 Barriers to affordable housing .............................................................................41 AP-85 Other Actions ........................................................................................................43

Program Specific Requirements .................................................................................................46

AP-90 Program Specific Requirements ...........................................................................46

TABLES

Table 1 - Responsible Agencies .......................................................................................7 Table 2 – Agencies, groups, organizations who participated .........................................10 Table 3 – Other local/regional/federal planning efforts .................................................19 Table 4 – Citizen Participation Outreach ........................................................................22 Table 5 – Expected Resources – Priority Table ...............................................................24 Table 6 – Goals Summary ................................................................................................27 Table 7 – Project Information .........................................................................................29 Table 8 – Geographic Distribution ..................................................................................40

Annual Action Plan
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Executive Summary
AP-05 Executive Summary - 91.200(c), 91.220(b)

1. Introduction
The City of Victorville’s Community Development Block Grant (CDBG) program is authorized by the Housing and Community Development Act of 1974, which provides eligible entitlement communities with annual grant allocations that can be used to provide decent housing, sui table living environments, and expanded economic opportunities, principally for low- and moderate-income persons. The City became an entitlement community in 1997.

The City’s Home Investment Partnership (HOME) grant is authorized under Title II of the Cranston - Gonzales National Affordable Housing Act of 1990. HOME funds are required to be used for affordable housing activities. In 2003, the City formed a HOME conso rtium with the Town of Apple Valley (the “HOME Consortium”) in order to meet the threshold of obtaining HOME entitlement status with the Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD), which results in an annual allocation of funds to both communities.

Pursuant to Section 24 CFR Part 91, HUD has established regulations that set forth the Consolidated Plan process. The Consolidated Plan (ConPlan) is designed to help states and local jurisdictions to assess their affordable housing and community developmen t needs, market conditions, and to make data -driven, place-based investment decisions. The Consolidated Plan, 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 co nsortium in the ConPlan. Pursuant to this regulation, on April 19, 2022, the City of Victorville adopted the 2022-2026 Consolidated Plan, including the required consortium component.

The Consolidated Plan 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 Consolidated Plan. Each year, grantees must submit an updated Action Plan describing the specific planned uses for the HUD entitlement funds. This FY 25 -26 Annual Action Plan represents the Fourth Program Year of the 2022 -2026 Consortium Consolidated Plan and was presented and approved by the Victorville City Council on May 6, 2025.

2. Summarize the objectives and outcomes identified in the Plan This could be a restatement of items or a table listed elsewhere in the plan or a reference to another location. It may also contain any essential items from the housing and homeless needs assessment, the housing market analysis or the strategic plan.

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The Consolidated Plan addresses the needs, priorities, goals, and allocation strategies for CDBG and HOME funding for program years July 1, 2022 to June 30, 2027.

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 American Community Survey (ACS) 5 -Year Estimates and the Comprehensive Housing Affordability Strategy (CHAS). 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 inclusive of employment opportunities 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 activities aligned with the following measurable goals included in the Strategic Plan section of this Plan.

3. Evaluation of past performance
This is an evaluation of past performance that helped lead the grantee to choose its goals or projects.

The City is responsible for ensuring compliance with all rules and regulations associated with the CDBG and HOME entitlement grant programs. The City’s annual Action Plan and Consolidated Annual Performance Evaluation Report (CAPER) provide details about t he goals, projects and programs completed by the City. The City’s Planning Department staff is tasked with the administration of the HUD grant funds and to ensure the City and its subrecipients are implementing activities effectively and that those activities align with the City’s overall strategies and goals.

The City evaluates the performance of subrecipients providing public services on a quarterly basis.

Subrecipients are required to submit quarterly progress reports, which include participant/beneficiary data, outputs, activities as well as data on outcome measures specific to each project. Prior to the start of the program year, outcome measures are developed collaboratively by the subrecipient and the City, ensuring that they are aligned with the City's overall goals and strategies. The City utilizes the quarterly Annual Action Plan
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reports to review progress towards annual goals and works with subrecipients to adjust annual goals as needed.

In addition to the quarterly review of progress reports, the City typically conducts annual monitoring of all subrecipients to ensure compliance with program -specific and crosscutting federal regulations (e.g. non-discrimination, equal access, employment, contracting, environmental review, etc.). Subrecipient monitoring provides another opportunity to review progress towards overall goals and strategies and to ensure that the programs implemented by subrecipients are compliant with both federal regulations and City requirements. Technical assistance workshops and one -on-one meetings are offered to potential applicants and once are awarded to the subrecipients. Turn-over in subrecipient staff has occurred frequently as of last, due to key employees retiring. City staff meets with new staff members to provide assistance and ensure success of their programs and timely expenditure of the grant funds.

4. Summary of Citizen Participation Process and consultation process Summary from citizen participation section of plan.

As part of the Action Plan preparation and adoption process, citizens of the City of Victorville are afforded an opportunity to provide input on housing and community development needs; issues and problems affecting very-low and low income persons; to learn about various programs available and the expected amount of assistance provided; to assist in the development of local project proposals by giving input to project selections and fundi ng distributions; and to participate in the implementation of funded activities. Through implementation of the Citizen Participation Plan, and pursuant to HUD rules and regulations (Section 104(a)(3) of the Housing and Community Development Act of 1974, as amended, and further augmented by program regulations under 24 CFR Part 91, Subpart B), a 30-day comment period is provided prior to the adoption of the Action Plan.

The 30-day public comment period, for review of the FY 2025 -2026 draft Action Plan, commenced on March 21, 2025 and will end on April 21, 2025 . A public notice was published in Valleywide Newspaper on March 21, 2025 announcing the review period, as well as the notices being posted at the City library and various City buildings. The Action Plan was made available for public review on the City’s website:
https://www.victorvilleca.gov/government/city-departments/development/planning/housing- programs-425.

It was also available for review by requesting copies by telephone, fax, or e-mail.

To broaden public participation in the development of the Action Plan, including outreach to minorities and non-English speaking persons, statements regarding the availability of special accommodations for non-English speaking persons and those with disabilities were printed on all written materials pertaining to development of the Annual Action Plan. Notices were published in both English and Spanish.

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The City of Victorville encourages citizen participation, with an emphasis on participation by persons of very low and low income, as well as residents of target neighborhoods and/or neighborhoods which are eligible by definition under the Housing and Community Development Act of 1974, as amended. In order to reach as many participants as possible, the City notifies community organizations and agencies which advocate for persons of very low and low income, concerning participation and needs assessment opportunities and the availability of funds and programs. The City also contacted its local homeless shelter and other non -profit agencies, and entities representing the disabled population to encourage participation from their clients.

5. Summary of public comments
This could be a brief narrative summary or reference an attached document from the Citizen Participation section of the Con Plan.

At the March 6 , 2025 public hearing, 1 9 public service agencies provided testimony to the need of additional programs for food insecure residents and children. Additionally, the need for programs that provide support services to homeless individuals, residents at risk of homelessness with rental/mortgage/utility assistance and those facing domestic and dating violence. Mental health services and facilities are of great need in the High Desert as well.

6. Summary of comments or views not accepted and the reasons for not accepting them The needs mentioned during the formal public hearings and City Council meetings throughout the planning process were taken into consideration when selecting programs to be funded in FY 2025- 2026.

All public comments and views received were accepted and taken into consideration in making funding recommendations.

7. Summary
The City of Victorville recognizes the need for coordination and collaboration between local governments, non-profits, and provider agencies in dealing with the challenges facing low - and moderate -income families. The City, its elected officials and community stakeholders work diligently to provide Victorville residents the resources in order to live healthy, safe and productive lives. By partnering with agencies that offer a diverse type of services, the City can meet the needs of its residents and its overall Consolidated Plan goals.

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PR-05 Lead & Responsible Agencies - 91.200(b)

1. Agency/entity responsible for preparing/administering the Consolidated Plan 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 Department
HOME Administrator – Lead Agency Apple Valley Housing and Community Development
HOME Administrator – Participating
Jurisdiction
Victorville Planning Department
Table 1 – Responsible Agencies

Narrative
The City of Victorville is in a Consortium with the Town of Apple Valley for its HOME funds. 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). The Town of Apple Valley acts as the lead agency and is responsible for the preparation of the five-year Consolidated Plan. Each jurisdiction is responsible for preparing its own CDBG Action Plans.

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

Silvia Urenda, Housing and Community Development Supervisor Town of Apple Valley
14955 Dale Evans Parkway
Apple Valley, CA 92307
(760) 240-7000
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AP-10 Consultation - 91.100, 91.200(b), 91.215(l)

1. Introduction
In the preparation of the Consolidated Plan, the City consulted with public and private departments, agencies, social service and non-profit organizations to understand the community’s needs and available resources. The City met with several department rep resentatives 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. Funding recommendations for FY 2025 -2026 were based on the needs identified during the Consolidated Plan process.

The City of Victorville recognizes that its residents are at the heart of, and essential partners in, the development of the Consolidated Plan. The Citizen Participation Plan outlines a framework for ensuring that residents, public agencies, and other stak eholders can actively engage in the creation of the Consolidated Plan, the Annual Action Plan, and the Consolidated Annual Performance and Evaluation Report (CAPER). This plan provides meaningful opportunities for input, feedback, and collaboration, ensuring that the voices of the community are integral to shaping the city’s development priorities and the effective use of federal resources.

Throughout the planning process, numerous opportunities for participation were made available. Special attention was given to ensuring the active involvement of low-income individuals. The City took deliberate steps to raise awareness of these engagement opportunities, including:
• 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 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(l)).

The City acknowledges the critical need for coordinated efforts and alignment among service providers to enhance the impact of the CDBG program. As part of the development process for the 2022 -2026 Consolidated Plan, the City engaged with organizations that offer assisted housing, health services, and other community -oriented programs. Outreach activities included surveys, invitations to community meetings, and, when necessary, follow-up in-person interviews.

The City will reinforce these partnerships through the implementation of the Notice of Funding Availability (NOFA) process for CDBG funds each year and through technical assistance provided to subrecipients.

Funding recommendations for 2025 -2026 include p roviders of mental health services, services for disabled individuals, senior and youth services.

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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 Homeless Partnership’s Interagency Council on Homelessness (ICH). The ICH is the policy making body for the Homeless Provider Network (HPN). The goal of the network is to advocate for the homeless and those at- risk of becoming homeless residing in the County of San Bernardino. The HPN provides a forum and environment where collaborative public and private programs can work to improve the current delivery of services and fill identified gaps in services for the homeless and those at risk of becoming homeless.

In December 2023 the City of Victorville celebrated the grand opening of the Wellness Center, a 170 bed, low barrier-to entry, housing first approach homeless campus. The facility includes 110 separate unit rooms, which vary in size including single, double and family units. The center includes community spaces, a dog kennel, a community garden, an industrial kitchen and recreational sports courts. The center sits on eight acres with hopes of expansion of permanent supportive housing.

The city retained the services of two nonprofits to operate the Wellness Center, those include Hope the Mission and Symba Center. Hope the Mission will serve as the shelter operator of the Wellness Center.

Their services will include client intake coordination, hygiene services, laundry, meals, security, janitorial services, transportation, and peer engagement. Symba Center, a local non -profit, will provide wraparound services including recuperative care, medical and behavioral health services, job readin ess and placement, financial literacy, case management, housing navigation, and substance -use-disorder counseling.

On December 12, 2024, the Wellness Center celebrated its one- year anniversary. The Wellness Center achieved a major milestone, housing over 100 individuals since inception, providing unsheltered residents with much-needed interim housing and wraparound support services with a medical and recuperative care clinic on site. The Wellness Center also hosted its first on-campus resource fair, providing clients with valuable services addressing mental and physical well being as well as legal obstacles.

The City also participates in the coordination of the yearly Homeless Point in Time Count (PITC) with the San Bernardino County Office of Homeless Services. The Point in Time Count occurred on January 2 3, 2025. Results from the count have not been published or announced as of the submission of this document.

Describe consultation with the Continuum(s) of Care that serves the jurisdiction’s area in determining how to allocate ESG funds, develop performance standards for and evaluate outcomes of projects and activities assisted by ESG funds, and develop funding, policies and procedures for the operation and 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. Agencies, groups, organizations and others who participated in the process and consultations
1 Agency/Group/Organization Feed My Sheep in the High Desert Agency/Group/Organization
Type
Services – Homeless; Other – Food Bank
What section of the Plan was
addressed by Consultation?
Homelessness Strategy
Homeless Needs - Chronically homeless
Homeless Needs - Families with children
Homelessness Needs - Veterans
Homelessness Needs - Unaccompanied youth
Anti-poverty Strategy
Briefly describe how the
Agency/Group/Organization was
consulted. 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 Annual Action Plan process included consultation with Consortium residents, service providers and selected departments from each
member jurisdiction. Engagement was conducted through
public hearings and workshops.
2 Agency/Group/Organization Orenda Veterans Project, Inc.

Agency/Group/Organization
Type
Services - Homeless Veterans
What section of the Plan was
addressed by Consultation?
Homelessness Needs - Veterans
Homelessness Strategy
Briefly describe how the
Agency/Group/Organization was
consulted. 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 Annual Action Plan process included consultation with Consortium residents, service providers and selected departments from each
member jurisdiction. Engagement was conducted through
public hearings and workshops.
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
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Briefly describe how the
Agency/Group/Organization was
consulted. 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 Annual Action Plan process included consultation with Consortium residents, service providers and selected departments from each
member jurisdiction. Engagement was conducted through
public hearings and workshops.
4 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
Briefly describe how the
Agency/Group/Organization was
consulted. 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 Annual Action Plan process included consultation with Consortium residents, service providers and selected departments from each
member jurisdiction. Engagement was conducted through
public hearings and workshops.
5 Agency/Group/Organization A Better Way
Agency/Group/Organization
Type
Services-Victims of Domestic Violence
What section of the Plan was
addressed by Consultation?
Housing Need Assessment
Homelessness Strategy
Homelessness Needs - Unaccompanied youth
Non-Homeless Special Needs
Briefly describe how the
Agency/Group/Organization was
consulted. 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 Annual Action Plan process included consultation with Consortium residents, service providers and selected departments from each
member jurisdiction. Engagement was conducted through
public hearings and workshops.
6 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
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Briefly describe how the
Agency/Group/Organization was
consulted. 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 Annual Action Plan process included consultation with Consortium residents, service providers and selected departments from each
member jurisdiction. Engagement was conducted th rough
public hearings and workshops.
7 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
Briefly describe how the
Agency/Group/Organization was
consulted. 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 Annual Action Plan process included consultation with Consortium residents, service providers and selected departments from each
member jurisdiction. Engagement was conducted through
public hearings and workshops.
8 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
Briefly describe how the
Agency/Group/Organization was
consulted. 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 Annual Action Plan process included consultation with Consortium residents, service providers and selected departments from each
member jurisdiction. Engagement was conducted through
public hearings and workshops.
9 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
Annual Action Plan
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Briefly describe how the
Agency/Group/Organization was
consulted. 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 Annual Action Plan process included consultation with Consortium residents, service providers and selected departments from each
member jurisdiction. Engagement was conducted through
public hearings and workshops.
10 Agency/Group/Organization High Desert Homeless Services Agency/Group/Organization
Type
Hmls/Formerly Hmls Resident (ESG Grantees); Services –
Transitional aged youth
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
Briefly describe how the
Agency/Group/Organization was
consulted. 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 Annual Action Plan process included consultation with Consortium residents, service providers and selected departments from each
member jurisdiction. Engagement was conducted through
public hearings and workshops.
11 Agency/Group/Organization Christ the Solid Rock LMEC Agency/Group/Organization
Type
Services-Employment
What section of the Plan was
addressed by Consultation?
Non-Homeless Special Needs
Economic Development
Anti-poverty Strategy
Briefly describe how the
Agency/Group/Organization was
consulted. 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 Annual Action Plan process included consultation with Consortium residents, service providers and selected departments from each
member jurisdiction. Engagement was conducted through
public hearings and workshops.
12 Agency/Group/Organization Community Health Action Network Agency/Group/Organization
Type
Services-Housing, Homeless
What section of the Plan was
addressed by Consultation?
Housing Need Assessment
Homeless Needs - Families with children
Annual Action Plan
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Homelessness Needs - Unaccompanied youth
Anti-poverty Strategy
Briefly describe how the
Agency/Group/Organization was
consulted. 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 Annual Action Plan process included consultation with Consortium residents, service providers and selected departments from each
member jurisdiction. Engagement was conducted through
public hearings and workshops.
13 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
Briefly describe how the
Agency/Group/Organization was
consulted. 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 Annual Action Plan process included consultation with Consortium residents, service providers and selected departments from each
member jurisdiction. Engagement was conducted through
public hearings and workshops.
14 Agency/Group/Organization Rolling Start, Inc.

Agency/Group/Organization
Type
Services - Disabilities
What section of the Plan was
addressed by Consultation?
Non-Homeless Special Needs
Briefly describe how the
Agency/Group/Organization was
consulted. 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 Annual Action Plan process included consultation with Consortium residents, service providers and selected departments from each
member jurisdiction. Engagement was conducted through
public hearings and workshops.
15 Agency/Group/Organization God’s hand Extended
Agency/Group/Organization
Type
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
Briefly describe how the
Agency/Group/Organization was
consulted. 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 Annual Action Plan process included consultation with Consortium residents, service providers and selected departments from each
member jurisdiction. Engagement was conducted through
public hearings and workshops.
16 Agency/Group/Organization Burning Bush
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
Briefly describe how the
Agency/Group/Organization was
consulted. 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 Annual Action Plan process included consultation with Consortium residents, service providers and selected departments from each
member jurisdiction. Engagement was conducted through
public hearings and workshops.
17 Agency/Group/Organization Sunrise Church of California 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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Briefly describe how the
Agency/Group/Organization was
consulted. 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 Annual Action Plan process included consultation with Consortium residents, service providers and selected departments from each
member jurisdiction. Engagement was conducted through
public hearings and workshops.
18 Agency/Group/Organization Symba Center
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
Briefly describe how the
Agency/Group/Organization was
consulted. 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 Annual Action Plan process included consultation with Consortium residents, service providers and selected departments from each
member jurisdiction. Engagement was conducted through
public hearings and workshops.
19 Agency/Group/Organization US Elite non-profit Mathematics Tutoring Agency/Group/Organization
Type
Services-Children
What section of the Plan was
addressed by Consultation?
Non-Homeless Special Needs

Briefly describe how the
Agency/Group/Organization was
consulted. 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 Annual Action Plan process included consultation with Consortium residents, service providers and selected departments from each
member jurisdiction. Engagement was conducted through
public hearings and workshops.
20 Agency/Group/Organization Upwards Care, Inc.

Agency/Group/Organization
Type
Services-Children
What section of the Plan was
addressed by Consultation?
Non-Homeless Special Needs

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Briefly describe how the
Agency/Group/Organization was
consulted. 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 Annual Action Plan process included consultation with Consortium residents, service providers and selected departments from each
member jurisdiction. Engagement was conducted through
public hearings and workshops.
21 Agency/Group/Organization Victorville Senior Citizens Club Agency/Group/Organization
Type
Services-Seniors
What section of the Plan was
addressed by Consultation?
Non-Homeless Special Needs
Disability

Table 2 – Agencies, groups, organizations who participated

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Identify any Agency Types not consulted and provide rationale for not consulting Every effort was made to engage a diverse range of service providers through multiple outreach methods, including virtual meetings and email blasts, to encourage input and participation throughout the planning process. Staff is confident that all key agencies were consulted during this process and can confirm that no critical agency was intentionally excluded from the consultation and participation efforts.

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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 Homeless
Count and Survey Report 2024
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
neighborhoods 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.

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2022 Annual Report Housing Authority of the County
of San Bernardino
The Housing Authority of the
County of San Bernardino
(HACSB) assists low-income
households to attain safe and
stable housing through a variety
of rental assistance programs
funded by the U.S. Department
of Housing and Urban
Development (HUD). Through
these programs, approximately
24,000 people are served, most
of whom are seniors, individuals
with disabilities, veterans, and
children
Table 3 - Other local / regional / federal planning efforts

Narrative
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 (SBCHP); the California Department of Housing and Community Development regarding the periodi c 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.

The City’s collaborative planning efforts with governmental, nonprofit, and private entities strategically address the needs of low- and moderate-income residents, ensuring that issues are thoroughly evaluated and effectively resolved. In addition to these partnerships, various City departments work closely with state and federal agencies to further enhance planning and coordination efforts.

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AP-12 Participation - 91.401, 91.105, 91.200(c)

1. Summary of citizen participation process/Efforts made to broaden citizen participation Summarize citizen participation process and how it impacted goal-setting

The City of Victorville recognizes that Victorville residents are partners in the development and execution of the Action Plan. The Citizen Participation Plan (CPP) establishes a means by which citizens, public agencies and other interested parties can actively participate in the development of consolidated planning documents, including the Action Plan.

Guided by the Citizen Participation Plan (CPP), Victorville actively sought community involvement and offered residents various opportunities to participate in the development of the Annual Action Plan.

Citizens were encouraged to provide input throughout the entire planning process, from the creation of the Action Plan to reviewing the draft document. These opportunities w ere made available through publications, postings, and public hearings. Outreach efforts were specifically designed to engage diverse populations, including individuals with disabilities, special needs groups, and limited English -speaking residents. Notices were printed in both English and Spanish to ensure accessibility.

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Citizen Participation Outreach

Sort
Orde
r
Mode of
Outreach
Target of
Outreach
Summary o
f
response/a
ttendance
Summary
of
comment
s received
Summary of
comments
not
accepted
and reasons
URL (If applicable)
1 Public
hearing
notice # 1
Communi
ty
stakehold
ers

Communi
ty
residents,
including
limited
English-
speaking
residents,
specificall
y Spanish
speaking
residents
A public
hearing
notice for
March 4,
2025 was
published
in the Daily
Press
Newspaper
on
February
23, 2024 in
English and
Spanish.

The public
hearing
notice was
posted on
the City’s
website,
the
Victorville
library and
Hook
Community
Center.

No
comments
were
received
No
comments
were
received
https://www.victorvilleca
.gov/government/city-
departments/developme
nt/planning/housing-
programs-425.

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Citizen Participation Outreach

Sort
Orde
r
Mode of
Outreach
Target of
Outreach
Summary o
f
response/a
ttendance
Summary
of
comment
s received
Summary of
comments
not
accepted
and reasons
URL (If applicable)
2 Public
Hearing #
2 notice
and 30-
day
comment
period for
Action
Plan
Communi
ty
stakehold
ers

Communi
ty
residents,
including
limited
English-
speaking
residents,
specificall
y Spanish
speaking
residents
A public
hearing
notice and
30-day
comment
period for
2025-2026
Action Plan
was
published
in the Daily
Press
Newspaper
on March
21, 2024 in
English and
Spanish.

The public
hearing
notice was
posted on
the City’s
website,
the
Victorville
library, and
Hook
Community
Center.

To date,
no
comments
have been
received.

No
comments
were
received
https://www.victorvilleca
.gov/government/city-
departments/developme
nt/planning/housing-
programs-425.

Table 4 – Citizen Participation Outreach
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Expected Resources
AP-15 Expected Resources - 91.420(b), 91.220(c)(1,2)
Introduction
The funding resources below will support the City’s efforts to end homelessness, rehabilitate and maintain affordable housing, serve special need populations, and provide public services.

Anticipated Resources
Program Source
of
Funds
Uses of Funds Expected Amount Available Year 1 Expected Amount
Available
Remainder
of ConPlan
$
Narrative
Description Annual
Allocation:
$
Program
Income:
$
Prior Year
Resources:
$
Total:
$
CDBG Federal Admin and
Planning
Economic
Development
Housing
Public
Improvement
Public
Services
1,373,412 0.00 15,000
(CDBG-
CV)
1,388,412 $1,440,000 These funds
will be used
to fund
capital
improvement
projects as
well as public
service
activities that
directly
benefit low
to moderate-
income
residents.

Table 5 - Expected Resources – Priority Table

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 that funded projects/programs provide matching funds. However, it is common for CDBG funded construction projects to include the use of non-federal funds.

If appropriate, describe publically 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 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, Annual Action Plan
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interim housing, and wraparound support services that will be available to both occupants of the center and community residents. The Wellness Center was developed on 8 acres of City owned property located in the north side of the City. The Wellness Center opened in December 2023.

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.

The final annual allocations for CDBG and HOME funds have not been released by HUD and previous years funding has been subject to increases and/or decreases based upon the final allocations, contingency measures should in place to address adjustments that may be needed should final HUD awards differ from the anticipated allocations being considered. In order to ensure a contingency plan is included in the 2025- 2026 Annual Action Plan and reduce the need for unnecessary CPD Grant Subcommittee meetings, City staff proposes the following contingency measures should CDBG/HOME annual allocations be adjusted in the future by HUD.

CDBG Contingency Measures
Funding Increase
• Fund Administration to the Maximum 20% of total allocation. • Fund Public Service to the Maximum 15% of total allocation. o Disperse evenly between subrecipients that were not
recommended for allocations over $10,000, not to exceed total requested amount.
• Fund Construction to the Minimum 65% of total allocation. o Disperse evenly between Home Safe (Rolling Start, Inc.), Senior and Disabled Home Repair (Victor Valley Community Services Council), and Residential Rehabilitation (City of Victorville) programs, not to exceed total requested amount.

Funding Decrease
• Fund Administration to the Maximum 20% of total allocation. • Fund Public Service to the Maximum 15% of total allocation. o Reduce evenly among awarded projects.
• Fund Construction to the Minimum 65% of total allocation. o Reduce evenly among awarded projects.
• Review all funding recommendations via an Annual Action Plan Substantial Amendment should actual allocations be reduced by more than 25% as compared to anticipated funding.

HOME Contingency Measures
Funding Increase • Fund Administration to the Maximum 10% of total allocation.

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• Fund CHDO to the required 15% of total allocation.
• Fund Housing Activities to the Minimum 75% of total allocation. o Disperse in full to Senior Home Repair Program.

Funding Decrease
• Fund Administration to the Maximum 10% of total allocation. • Fund CHDO to the required 15% of total allocation.
• Fund Housing Activities to the Minimum 75% of total allocation. o Reduce evenly among awarded projects.
• Review all funding recommendations via an Annual Action Plan Substantial Amendment should actual allocations be reduced by more than 25% as compared to anticipated funding.

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Annual Goals and Objectives
AP-20 Annual Goals and Objectives - 91.420, 91.220(c)(3)&(e) Goals Summary Information
Sort
Order
Goal Name Start
Year
End
Year
Category Geographic
Area
Needs
Addressed
Funding Goal Outcome
Indicator
1 Provide
suitable living
environments
for residents
2022 2026 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:
$206,012
Public service
activities other
than low/
moderate
income housing
benefit: 500
people, 10
households
2 Decent and
affordable
housing for
consortia
residents
2022 2026 Affordable
Housing
Citywide Housing
Programs
CDBG:
$431,908
Homeowner
housing
rehabilitation:
60 household
housing units
(five-year goal);
12 housing
units annually

3 Expand access
to essential
services and
amenities
2022 2026 Non-housing
community
development
Citywide Accessibility
and mobility
Economic
Development
CDBG:
916,000
Public Facility
or
Infrastructure
other than Low
/ Moderate-
Income
Housing
Benefit: 10
people;
Businesses: 10
business
4 Administration 2022 2026 All Citywide All CDBG:
$274,682

Table 6 – Goals Summary

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Goal Descriptions
Goal Name Goal Description
1 Goal Name Provide suitable living environments for residents Goal
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 Enf orcement (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, and ; code enforcement activit y to improve neighborhood aesthetics and values.

2 Goal Name Decent and affordable housing for consortia residents Goal
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 stakeholders to develop a wide range of housing development. 3 Goal Name Expand access to essential services and amenities Goal
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.

4 Goal Name Administration
Goal
Description
Provide for the timely and compliant administration of the CDBG 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 are fully allocated to goals.

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Introduction
# Project Name Amount
1 Assistance League of Victor Valley $ 15,000.00 2 Child Advocates of San Bernardino County $ 10,000.00 3 Christ the Solid Rock LMEC $ 10,000.00 4 Community Health Action Network $ 15,000.00 5 High Desert Second Chance - Food Collaborative $ 40,000.00 6 High Desert Second Chance - Veteran and Senior Program $ 10,000.00 7 Inland Fair Housing and Mediation Board $ 24,000.00 8 Moses House Ministries $ 20,000.00
9 Orenda Veterans Project, Inc. $ 7,000.00 10 Partners Against Violence $ 10,000.00 11 Rock'n Our Disabilities Foundation - Arts and Recreation Program $ 10,000.00 12 Victor Valley Domestic Violence $ 20,000.00 13 COV - Planning Department - Motel Voucher $ 10,012.00 14 COV - Planning Department - Vehicle Program $ 20,000.00 15 Rolling Start, Inc. $ 20,000.00
16 Victor Valley Community Services Council $ 20,000.00 17 Victorville Senior Citizens Club $ 100,000.00 18 COV - Code Compliance - Code Enforcement $ 250,000.00 19 COV - Economic Development - Façade Improvement Program $ 300,000.00 20 COV - Planning - Residential Rehabilitation Program $ 127,730.00 21 COV - Public Works - LMAD 3 Beautification Program $ 74,988.00 22 CDBG Administration $ 274,682.00
Table 7 – Project Information

Describe the reasons for allocation priorities and any obstacles to addressing underserved needs
The primary challenge in addressing the needs of Victorville's most underserved groups—specifically low- income families, seniors, youth, and the homeless —is the limited availability of funding for both public and private agencies that provide essential services.

At the federal level, entitlement grants have not kept pace with inflation, resulting in a reduction of available funds to address the growing needs within the City. Coupled with rising inflation, stagnant incomes, and an increasing demand for services amo ng low-income and special needs populations, the scarcity of financial resources remains a significant barrier to meeting the needs of Victorville’s underserved residents.

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Project Summary Information
1 Project Name Assistance League of Victor Valley - Operation School Bell Target Area Citywide
Goals Supported Provide suitable living environments for residents Needs Addressed Human services
Funding CDBG: $15,000
Description The program provides new school clothes to underprivileged children from Victorville.

Students from pre -kindergarten through 12th grade are invited to shopping events where the children can pick out clothes and shoes. Each participant is given a hygiene kit.

Target Date 6/30/2026
Estimate the
number and type of
families that will
benefit
100 children will be assisted
Location Description 22021 Outer Highway 18, Apple Valley, CA 92308 Planned Activities Clothing for school aged children
2 Project Name Child Advocates of San Bernardino County Target Area Citywide
Goals Supported Provide suitable living environments for residents Needs Addressed Human services
Funding CDBG: $10,000
Description The program trains adult volunteers to become advocates for high -risk foster youth.

The C.A.S.A. advocates have legal authority to advocate for services, education, academic support, in the courtroom and healthcare systems. Advocates are assigned to a youth and commit to an eighteen-month period.

Target Date 6/30/2026
Estimate the
number and type of
families that will
benefit
10 youth will be assisted
Location Description 20601 CA Hwy. 18 Ste. 193, Apple Valley, CA 92307 Planned Activities Advocate representation for foster youth and wards of the state 3 Project Name Christ the Solid Rock LMEC
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Target Area Citywide
Goals Supported Provide suitable living environments for residents Needs Addressed Need to increase economic development and employment opportunities Funding CDBG: $10,000
Description Provide job training and employment services program to individuals 17 – 25 years of age. Vocational training in CNA, medical assistant, medical billing, and public safety officer.

Target Date 6/30/2026
Estimate the
number and type of
families that will
benefit
20 people will be assisted
Location Description 14075 Hesperia Road, Ste. 101, Victorville, CA 92395 Planned Activities Support training cost.
4 Project Name Community Health Action Network
Target Area Citywide
Goals Supported Provide suitable living environments for residents Needs Addressed Housing programs
Funding CDBG: $15,000
Description Provide utility assistance for income qualified Victorville residents. Up to $400 will be paid towards delinquent bill.

Target Date 6/30/2026
Estimate the
number and type of
families that will
benefit
85 people will be assisted
Location Description 15000 7th St., Ste. 208-G, Victorville, CA 92395 Planned Activities Emergency utility assistance
5 Project Name High Desert Second Chance – Food Collaborative Target Area Citywide
Goals Supported Provide suitable living environments for residents Needs Addressed Human services
Funding CDBG: $40,000
Description Centralized food bank providing support to over 65 feeding agencies. Provide 70% fresh produce, 20% shelf stable food and 10% refrigerated products.

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Target Date 6/30/2026
Estimate the
number and type of
families that will
benefit
25,000 people will be assisted
Location Description 16666 Smoke Tree #B-3, Hesperia, CA 923945 Planned Activities Centralized food bank
6 Project Name High Desert Second Chance – Senior and Veteran Program Target Area Citywide
Goals Supported Provide suitable living environments for residents Needs Addressed Human services
Funding CDBG: $10,000
Description Provide healthy food items to homebound seniors and veterans facing food insecurity.

Target Date 6/30/2026
Estimate the
number and type of
families that will
benefit
2,500 people will be assisted
Location Description 16666 Smoke Tree #B-3, Hesperia, CA 923945 Planned Activities Centralized food bank
7 Project Name Inland Fair Housing and Mediation Board
Target Area Citywide
Goals Supported Provide suitable living environments for residents Needs Addressed Housing programs
Funding CDBG: $24,000
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 viol ations 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 6/30/2026
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Estimate the
number and type of
families that will
benefit
185 people will be assisted
Location Description 3175 Sedona Court, Ste. 2, Ontario, CA 91764 Planned Activities Fair Housing Services
8 Project Name Moses House Ministries
Target Area Citywide
Goals Supported Provide suitable living environments for residents Needs Addressed Human Services
Funding CDBG: $20,000
Description 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 to make sure basic needs are met. Services include case management, transportation, employment development and life skills classes.

Target Date 6/30/2026
Estimate the
number and type of
families that will
benefit
1,250 people will be assisted
Location Description 14281 7th Street, Victorville, CA 92395 Planned Activities Referral and emergency resources for families 9 Project Name Orenda Veterans Project, Inc.

Target Area Citywide
Goals Supported Provide suitable living environments for residents Needs Addressed Housing programs and supportive services for the homeless and those at risk of homelessness
Funding $7,000
Description Provides transitional housing and support services to homeless veterans.

Target Date 6/30/2026
Estimate the
number and type of
families that will
benefit
Six veterans will be assisted
Location Description 9625 Locust Ave., Apple Valley, CA 92308 Planned Activities Provide transitional housing
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10 Project Name Partners Against Violence
Target Area Citywide
Goals Supported Provide suitable living environments for residents Needs Addressed Human services
Funding CDBG: $10,000
Description Provide victims of sexual assault 24/7 crisis intervention services, court accompaniment, prevention education and safety information. Provide support and counseling to children and youth victims at schools.

Target Date 6/30/2026
Estimate the
number and type of
families that will
benefit
185 people will be assisted
Location Description 444 N. Arrowhead Ave., Ste. 101, San Bernardino, CA 92401 Planned Activities Crisis intervention services
11 Project Name Rock’n Our Disabilities Foundation
Target Area Citywide
Goals Supported Provide suitable living environments for residents Needs Addressed Human services
Funding CDBG: $11,000
Description Arts/recreation programs for families and individuals with special needs offer recreational activities and community events for families with special needs to include physical fitness classes, arts and crafts, painting, dance, basketball, karate, swimming, and Saturday camps.

Target Date 6/30/2026
Estimate the
number and type of
families that will
benefit
75 people will be assisted
Location Description 13558 Palm Street, Hesperia, CA 92345 Planned Activities Exercise, cooking and art classes for people with special needs 12 Project Name Victor Valley Domestic Violence
Target Area Citywide
Goals Supported Provide suitable living environments for residents Needs Addressed Human services
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Funding CDBG: $20,000
Description Provide critical mental health counselling services to victims of domestic violence and their children. The counseling services are essential for addressing the trauma experienced by survivors.

Target Date 6/30/2026
Estimate the
number and type of
families that will
benefit
1,400 people will be assisted
Location Description 14114 Hesperia Road, Victorville, CA 92392 Planned Activities Provide crisis intervention, education and safety information for victims of domestic violence
13 Project Name Planning Department – Motel Voucher Program 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: $10,012
Description Provide temporary housing for homeless individuals and families while providing outreach and engagement.

Target Date 6/30/2026
Estimate the
number and type of
families that will
benefit
10 people will be assisted
Location Description 14343 Civic Drive, Victorville, CA 92392 Planned Activities Motel vouchers
14 Project Name Planning Department – Vehicle Assistance Program Target Area Citywide
Goals Supported Provide suitable living environments for residents Needs Addressed Human services
Funding CDBG: $20,000
Description The Vehicle Assistance Program will provide vehicle repair assistance for eligible clients from the Wellness Center or referred by the Homeless Outreach Team.

Vehicle repair will help homeless individuals find permanent housing, jobs or the ability to return to their place or origin.

Target Date 6/30/2026
Annual Action Plan
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Estimate the
number and type of
families that will
benefit
25 - 30 people will be assisted
Location Description Citywide
Planned Activities Assistance for vehicle repair, vehicle registration license renewal, vehicle insurance, gas, towing fees and locksmith fees.
15 Project Name Rolling Start, Inc.

Target Area Citywide
Goals Supported Provide suitable living environments for residents Needs Addressed Housing programs
Funding CDBG: $20,000
Description Provide minor home repair and modifications to residences occupied by low-income seniors and people with disabilities. Modifications include installation of ramps, tub to shower conversions, grab bars, etc.

Target Date 6/30/2026
Estimate the
number and type of
families that will
benefit
5 households
Location Description Citywide
Planned Activities Housing programs
16 Project Name Victor Valley Community Services Council - Senior and Disabled Adult Home Repairs Target Area Citywide
Goals Supported Provide suitable living environments for residents Needs Addressed Housing Programs
Funding CDBG: $20,000
Description The program performs minor repairs of health and welfare issues for senior citizens and disabled residents.

Target Date 6/30/2026
Estimate the
number and type of
families that will
benefit
CDBG Target Areas residents
Location Description Citywide
Planned Activities Housing programs
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17 Project Name Victorville Senior Citizens Club
Target Area Citywide
Goals Supported Expand access to essential services and amenities Needs Addressed Accessibility and mobility
Funding CDBG: $100,000
Description Rehabilitation of bathrooms in the center to make them ADA accessible.

Target Date 6/30/2026
Estimate the
number and type of
families that will
benefit
1 community center – over 100 senior citizens annually
Location Description 14874 S. Mojave Drive, Victorville, CA 92395 Planned Activities Rehabilitation of ADA bathrooms and resurface of parking lot. 18 Project Name Code Compliance - 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 to maintain suitable living environments for the residents. Address blighted conditions, nuisance properties, and substandard vacant properties.

Target Date 6/30/2026
Estimate the
number and type of
families that will
benefit
100 households
Location Description Citywide
Planned Activities Implementation of municipal and state housing codes 19 Project Name Economic Development - Façade Improvement Program Target Area Citywide
Goals Supported Expand economic opportunities
Needs Addressed Economic development inclusive of employment opportunities Funding CDBG: $300,000
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Description Program provides a forgivable grant to commercial property business owners to make façade improvements, correct certain code violations and make ADA improvements to commercial buildings in Old Town Victorville.

Target Date 6/30/2026
Estimate the
number and type of
families that will
benefit
3 businesses
Location Description CDBG Target Areas
Planned Activities Implementation of municipal and state housing codes 20 Project Name Planning Department - Residential Rehabilitation Program Target Area Citywide
Goals Supported Decent and affordable housing for consortia residents Needs Addressed Housing programs
Funding CDBG: $127,730
Description This program provides Victorville low-income homeowners with a loan of up to $20,000 to correct code violations and address health and safety issues.

Target Date 6/30/2026
Estimate the
number and type of
families that will
benefit
5 homes
Location Description Multiple throughout the city
Planned Activities Rehabilitation of residential units to address health and safety issues and curb appeal 21 Project Name Public Works – LMAD 3 Beautification Project Target Area Citywide
Goals Supported Decent and affordable housing for consortia residents Needs Addressed Housing programs
Funding $74,988
Description Removal of dying plants and deteriorated landscape and install zeroscape landscaping within CDBG target area. Project will save existing trees and install boulders, decomposed granite, different sized rocks and retrofitting the existing irrigation for the trees.

Target Date 6/30/2026
Annual Action Plan
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Estimate the
number and type of
families that will
benefit
Target area population
Location Description CDBG Target Areas
Planned Activities Installation of drought tolerant landscape 22 Project Name Administration
Target Area Citywide
Goals Supported Administration
Needs Addressed
Funding CDBG: $274,682
Description Provide timely and compliant administration of the CDBG program in accordance with HUD policy and federal regulations.

Target Date 6/30/2026
Estimate the
number and type of
families that will
benefit

Location Description 14343 Civic Drive, Victorville, CA 92392 Planned Activities Administration of CDBG program

Table 7 – Project Information
Annual Action Plan
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AP-50 Geographic Distribution - 91.420, 91.220(f)
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.

Geographic Distribution
Target Area Percentage of Funds
Citywide 100%
Table 8 - Geographic Distribution

Rationale for the priorities for allocating investments geographically The City is not following a limited geographic investment plan, but certain programs and projects located in CDBG Target Areas, which are areas with high percentage of low and moderate income residents, will continue to be given priority for program fundin g. For this Annual Action Plan, the City is focusing on providing economic development activities and public facility improvements in Old Town Victorville.

Discussion
Based on the Strategic Plan, the City is allocating 100 percent of its non-administrative CDBG investments for program year 2025 -2026 to projects and activities that benefit low- and moderate-income people citywide.

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AP-75 Barriers to affordable housing -91.420, 91.220(j) Introduction
Although housing costs in the High Desert have generally been lower, low incomes and high poverty rates make housing unaffordable for many residents. To address this issue, the City of Victorville plans to offer programs aimed at preserving the current housing stock and making homeownership attainable for lower- income households.

Deterioration of housing stock
Victorville’s housing stock is aging, with many properties built before 1978 potentially containing environmental hazards such as lead-based paint or asbestos. The cost of remediation and other necessary rehabilitation work to bring these units up to curre nt code standards can be prohibitively expensive for homeowners.

To address these challenges, the City will continue to fund the Senior Home Rehabilitation Program, which provides grants of up to $20,000 to homeowners aged 62 or older, or those who are permanently disabled or handicapped, to make eligible repairs, corre ct code violations, and improve health and safety conditions.

Additionally, the City will continue to support the Residential Rehabilitation Loan Program, which helps low- and moderate-income homeowners fix code violations, address health and safety concerns, and improve the curb appeal of their homes.

Cost Burden Housing
The availability of affordable housing units in the Apple Valley-Victorville Consortium falls short of meeting the needs of the population. There is a significant need for additional rental housing units —particularly zero- and one-bedroom units—affordable to households earning less than 50 percent of the Area Median Income (AMI). According to the Needs Assessment in the Consolidated Plan, the most prevalent housing issues in the Consortium are cost-burden and overcrowding.

Currently, 6,255 renter households earning less than 50 percent of AMI are severely cost -burdened, paying more than 50 percent of their income on housing costs. Overcrowding— defined as having more than 1.01 people per room, excluding bathrooms, porches, foyers, halls, or half-rooms—affects 2,148 low- and moderate-income households in the Apple Valley-Victorville Consortium. Nearly 76 percent of these overcrowded households are renters.

Actions it planned to remove or ameliorate the negative effects of public policies that serve as barriers to affordable housing such as land use controls, tax policies affecting land, zoning ordinances, building codes, fees and charges, growth limitations, and policies affecting the return on residential investment
The proposed actions to address barriers in FY 2025-2026 are described below:
• Expand housing repair activities, using multiple funding sources to lower the cost of home maintenance and improve housing stock.
• Invest in code enforcement activities to abate deterioration of housing stock. • Reduce lead-based paint hazards in low- and moderate-income housing units by partnering with Annual Action Plan
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the County.
• Engage in code enforcement activities to address code violations. • Continue to refer fair housing complaints to fair housing agencies. • Educate city officials and staff about fair housing issues to improve the understanding and impact of municipal laws and regulations on affordable housing through presentations and meetings facilitated by Inland Fair Housing and Mediation Board. • Implementation of the City’s HCD approved 6th Cycle Housing Element, which includes land designations to accommodate the City Regional Housing Needs Allocations as well as requirements to ensure compliance with all of California affordable housing laws and mandates. • Implement the City’s development impact fee (DIF) policy, which includes the waiver of DIF fees within the Old Town area, as well as the City’s Community Revitalization Authority (CRIA) in order to provide funding opportunities for affordable housing. • Adjust land use development standards to reduce housing construction cost.

Discussion
The City of Victorville will continue to explore innovative partnerships, seek additional funding sources, and collaborate with regional entities in comprehensive planning efforts to eliminate barriers to affordable housing and ensure fair housing choices for all residents.

Annual Action Plan
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AP-85 Other Actions - 91.420, 91.220(k)
Introduction
The City’s planned investment of CDBG funds through the 2025-2026 Action Plan will focus on addressing key obstacles to the development and maintenance of affordable housing, evaluating and reducing lead- based paint hazards, and alleviating poverty by redu cing the number of families living at or below the poverty line. The plan will also work to strengthen the institutional framework and improve coordination among collaborative agencies and organizations. Additionally, this section will identify challenges in meeting the needs of underserved populations and propose actions to overcome these barriers.

Actions planned to address obstacles to meeting underserved needs The primary obstacles to meeting the needs of low- and moderate-income individuals include limited funding from federal, state, and local sources, as well as the high cost of housing, which remains unaffordable for many low-income residents. To partially address this challenge, the City is investing CDBG funds in local nonprofit organizations that provide critical services to individuals who are homeless, at risk of homelessness, or have extremely low, low-, or moderate incomes.

The City will continue to offer low -interest loans and emergency grants to low - and moderate-income homeowners using CDBG funds. The Residential Rehabilitation Program helps finance necessary home improvements, ensuring that residents can continue to live in quality, affordable housing.

To further address underserved needs, the City will allocate 100 percent of its non -administrative CDBG funds in Program Year 2025 -2026 to projects and activities that directly benefit low- and moderate - income individuals, or groups presumed under HUD regulations to be low- and moderate-income.

In total, the City will invest over $200,000 in Program Year 2025-2026 to support 15 unique local nonprofit organizations that serve low- and moderate-income households.

Actions planned to foster and maintain affordable housing During the 2025 -2026 Program Year, the City will utilize CDBG funds to continue preserving and maintaining existing affordable housing through the Residential Rehabilitation Program and the Senior and Disabled Adult Home Repairs Programs. The City will also continue its participation in the Apple Valley-Victorville HOME Consortium, which is an effective means of increas ing housing resources for residents. Specifically, the Consortium will support the City’s Senior Home Rehabilitation Program with HOME funds in FY 2025-2026.

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 Annual Action Plan
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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 preservation 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 2025- 2026 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 Consortium HOME funds will finance the development of additional transitional housing beds through Hughes Training and Development. To address the housing needs of the elderly and those with disabilities the City and the HOME Consortium will fund housing rehab program targeted to these populations.

Actions planned to develop institutional structure
Through technical assistance and the annual Notice of Funding Availability (NOFA) process, which begins each November, the City continues to strengthen and expand the local institutional structure. This is achieved by building on existing partnerships and engaging organizations that have not previously participated in locally administered federal programs, thereby increasing the number of program offerings available to residents. The City consistently funds a diverse range of high-quality services that address the underserved needs of Victorville residents.

Actions planned to enhance coordination between public and private housing and social service agencies
To improve coordination between public and private housing and social service agencies, the City will actively encourage the participation of a diverse range of organizations that provide housing and supportive services, enriching the lives of low-and-moderate income residents in Victorville.

Discussion
In implementing the 2025 -2026 Action Plan, the City will invest CDBG and HOME resources to address Annual Action Plan
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obstacles in meeting underserved needs, promote and maintain affordable housing, reduce lead -based paint hazards, decrease the number of families living at poverty level, strengthen the institutional framework, and enhance coordination between public and private housing and social service agencies.

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Program Specific Requirements
AP-90 Program Specific Requirements - 91.420, 91.220(l)(1,2,4) Introduction
In the implementation of programs and activities under the 2025 -2026 Annual 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 $0.00

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
$0.00

3. The amount of surplus funds from urban renewal settlements $0.00

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. $15,000

5. The amount of income from float-funded activities $0.00 Total Program Income $15,000

Other CDBG Requirements

1. The amount of urgent need activities $0.00

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%

Discussion
During fiscal year 23-24 one activity did not spend their entire CDBG-CV allocation making $15,000 available to reallocate to eligible projects during FY 25-26.

Project
No.

IDIS
#
Activity Name (Description) Awarded
Amount
Total
Expenditures
Grant balance
for reallocation
CV3-
17 684 High Desert Homeless Services $ 40,000 $ 25,000 $ 15,000 Total $ 15,000

Victorville City CouncilMay 6, 2025

Victorville City Council
May 6, 2025