Visalia City Council
March 16, 2026

Visalia City Council
Meeting Agenda - Final
Mayor Brett Taylor
Vice Mayor Liz Wynn
Council Member Steve Nelsen
Council Member Emmanuel Hernandez Soto
Council Member Brian Poochigian
Visalia City Council
707 W. Acequia
Visalia, CA 93291
Monday, March 16, 2026 7:00 PM City Council Chambers

ROLL CALL
CALL TO ORDER WORK SESSION - 4:00 PM (Unless otherwise noted)

PUBLIC COMMENTS
Citizens are now invited to comment on issues within the jurisdiction of the Visalia City Council and items listed on the Closed Session agenda. The Council asks that you keep your comments concise and positive. Creative criticism, presented with appropriate courtesy, is welcome. Each speaker will be allowed three minutes, and a timer will notify you when your time is expired. Please begin your comments by stating and spelling your name and providing your city of residence.

WORK SESSION AND ACTION ITEMS (as described)

1. Capital Improvement Program - Continue review of select fiscal year 2026/27 and 2027/28 Capital Improvement Program Budgets and future capital projects. Funds to be reviewed are Gas Tax, SB1, Measure R Local & Regional, Transportation Impact Fees, Landscape & Lighting, State Transportation and NE Capital Improvement.
25-0540

2. Measure N 10-year plan and proposed two-year budget - Review the proposed 10-year plan (2027-2037) and approve the 2026/27 & 2027/28 proposed budget.
25-0718

3. Prohousing Designation Program discussion - Receive an overview presentation on the California Department of Housing and Community Development Prohousing Designation Program,
discuss the City of Visalia’s potential standing in meeting the application requirements, and provide direction on the filing of an application.
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4. Cannabis Ordinance Discussion - Receive and review draft Cannabis Ordinance, draft cannabis business application and selection process, and provide staff with direction on changes to these documents, and authorize an amendment to the existing HdL contract to assist staff in a fee nexus study to set all applicable fee amounts for the cannabis business program by appropriating $12,000 from the General Fund for this contract amendment. This item is scheduled for the Work Session; if not completed, it may be continued during the Regular Session portion of this meeting. 25-0675

5. New City Website Update - First look at website and details on launch. This item is scheduled for the Work Session; if not completed, it may be continued during the Regular Session portion of this meeting.
25-0711
ADJOURN TO CLOSED SESSION - 6:00 PM (Or, immediately following Work Session)
CALL TO ORDER REGULAR SESSION - 7:00 PM
PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE LED BY: California Cadet Corps, 427th Pioneer Battalion at Mt Whitney High School
INVOCATION LED BY: Jeremy Van Nieuwenhuyzen of Central Valley Christian Schools

PUBLIC COMMENTS
This is the time for general public comment on issues within the jurisdiction of the Visalia City Council. Each speaker tonight may speak for up to 3 minutes during this general comment period on a matter that is not on this agenda.

The public may also make one comment for up to 3 minutes prior to the consideration of the Consent Calendar, and immediately before any regular agenda item is heard. The Council asks that you keep you comments concise and positive. Creative criticism, presented with appropriate courtesy, is welcome.

Each speaker will be allowed three minutes and a timer will notify you when your time is expired. Please begin your comments by stating and spelling your name and providing your city of residence.

ITEMS OF INTEREST

CONSENT CALENDAR

2 Visalia City Council Meeting Agenda - Final March 16, 2026 Consent Calendar items are considered routine and will be enacted in one motion.

This is the time for members of the public to provide public comment on an item on the Consent Calendar. Comments will not be taken individually by the public if an item is pulled by a Council Member. Each speaker is allowed up to 3 minutes, and a timer will notify you when your time is expired. Please begin your comments by stating and spelling you name and providing your city of residence.

1. Authorization to read ordinances by title only. 25-0692

2. Amendment and extension to the operations and management agreement for Plaza Park Raceway - Authorize the City Manager to execute an amendment and extension to the Operations and Management Agreement with One Four Promotions for Plaza Park Raceway.
25-0017

3. Approve Developer Reimbursement Agreement and
appropriate of funds - Authorize the City Manager to execute the reimbursement agreement associated with Sycamore Heights Subdivision located at the northeast corner of Akers Street and Ferguson Avenue; and further authorize the additional
appropriation of $297,931.92 from the Transportation Impact Fee Fund.
25-0671

4. Record Final Parcel Map - Request authorization to record the final parcel map for Tentative Parcel Map No. 2024-09, located along the north side of East Roosevelt Avenue, approximately 200 feet east of North Vista Street; authorize the intention and formation of Open Space District No. 26-01 (Resolution Nos. 2026-09 and 2026-10 required).
25-0672

5. Housing Element annual progress report for calendar year 2025 - Adoption of a resolution accepting the Housing Element annual progress report for calendar year 2025 and finding that it satisfies the city’s reporting requirements to the state. 25-0673

6. Authorize purchase of replacement Solid Waste commercial delivery trucks - Approve the purchase of two (2) solid waste commercial delivery trucks from Ray Gaskin Service in the amount not to exceed $226,770.14 and appropriate an additional $118,270.14 from the Solid Waste Enterprise Fund.
25-0690

7. Appropriation of State Transit and Intercity Rail Capital Program (TIRCP) funding - Authorize the appropriation of $1,246,000 from the Transit Capital Fund for funding allocated from the State Transit and Intercity Rail Capital Program for the project approval and environmental document phase of the Cross Valley Express project.
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8. Water Conservation - Stage 2 - Consider reauthorization of Stage 2 of the Visalia Water Conservation Ordinance and adopt Resolution 2026-15.
25-0710

9. Grant Award - Adoption of Resolution No. 2026-14 accepting a grant award in the amount of $2,000,000 from the Board of State and Community Corrections Board of the California Violence Intervention and Prevention authorize the City Manager to execute the grant agreement documents and appropriate a total of $2,000,000.
25-0714

10. Notice of completion - Authorize the filing of a notice of completion for the traffic signal improvements at the intersection of St. Johns Parkway and Burke Street.
25-0684

11. Award contract for emergency culvert replacement - Authorize the City Manager to award an emergency construction contract to Dawson-Mauldin, LLC for the Evans Ditch culvert replacement on Conyer Street project, in the amount of $435,070 and authorize the appropriation of $590,000 from the Gas Tax (111) fund.
25-0716

12. Authorization to purchase computers - Authorize the City Manager to enter into a purchase agreement with Dell to purchase replacement computers utilizing the National Association of Procurement Officials (NASPO) ValuePoint competitively bid agreement in the amount of $719,000 and appropriate $185,300 from various funds.
25-0619
REGULAR ITEMS AND PUBLIC HEARINGS (Items continued from the Work Session, if any)
Comments related to regular Items and Public Hearing Items are limited to three minutes per speaker, for a maximum of 30 minutes per item. The Mayor may reasonably limit or extend the public comment period to preserve the Council's interest in conducting efficient, orderly meetings.

1. Appeal - A Public Hearing to consider an appeal of the Planning Commission’s approval of Condition of Approval No. 3 of Resolution No. 2025-71, requiring the drive-thru hours of operation to cease at 10:00 P.M. every day of the week for Conditional Use Permit No. 2025-32, which was a request to construct a 4,130 square foot building with a drive-thru to operate from 6:00 A.M. to 2:00 A.M. seven days a week. The site is located at the southeast corner of West Caldwell Ave and South Stonebrook Street in the C-R (Regional Commercial) zone (APN: 122-390-002).
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2. Fire Department rates and fees - Modification to Fire Department’s inspection-related rates and fees schedule to adjust fees to a current rate and to simplify the fee structure to accommodate the City’s new business license software.
25-0682

CLOSED SESSION REPORT

ADJOURNMENT

UPCOMING CITY COUNCIL MEETINGS

1. Upcoming City Council Meetings
Monday, April 6, 2026 @ 7:00 p.m. at 707 W. Acequia
Thursday, April 20, 2026 @ 7:00 p.m. at 707 W. Acequia
Note: Meeting dates and times are subject to change, check posted agenda for correct details. In compliance with the American Disabilities Act, if you need special assistance to participate in meetings contact 713-4512.

Written materials relating to an item on this agenda submitted to the Council after distribution of the agenda are available for public inspection in the Office of the City Clerk, 220 N. Santa Fe Street, Visalia CA 93292, during normal business hours.
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Staff Report
Visalia City Council
707 W. Acequia
Visalia, CA 93291
File #: 25-0540 Agenda Date: 3/16/2026 Agenda #: 1.

Agenda Item Wording:

Capital Improvement Program - Continue review of select fiscal year 2026/27 and 2027/28 Capital Improvement Program Budgets and future capital projects. Funds to be reviewed are Gas Tax, SB1, Measure R Local & Regional, Transportation Impact Fees, Landscape & Lighting, State Transportation and NE Capital Improvement.

Prepared by: Nichol Ritchie, Finance Manager [email protected], (559) 713-4379; Renee Nagel, Finance and Technology Director [email protected], (559) 713-4375.

Department Recommendation: It is recommended that the City Council receive this third Capital Improvement Program (CIP) presentation and provide directions as appropriate. Council is scheduled to take a motion on the CIP budget with the operating budget in June 2026. No formal action is required or requested at this time.

Summary:

The Capital Improvement Program (CIP) represents a comprehensive six-year planning document that outlines the City’s proposed capital investments in infrastructure, facilities, and equipment. The first two fiscal years (FY 2026/27 and FY 2027/28) are proposed for adoption and appropriation, while the subsequent four years are included for long-range planning purposes to provide transparency regarding anticipated infrastructure needs, funding capacity, and future project timing.

Only the first two years of the CIP will be appropriated in the proposed two-year budget and therefore warrant the greatest level of review.

This CIP includes proposed capital projects that address regulatory requirements, street maintenance and rehabilitation, traffic signal improvements, corridor capacity enhancements, and development-related transportation infrastructure. These investments support the continued maintenance and improvement of the City’s transportation network and help accommodate future growth while maintaining safe and efficient travel throughout the community.

Background Discussion:

Capital Review Process:

This item represents Council’s initial opportunity to review a focused portion of the City’s proposed Capital Improvement Plan for Fiscal Years 2026/27 and 2027/28. The CIP is being presented in a series of meetings from February through April 2026 to allow for a more detailed and manageable review of projects by funding category and infrastructure type.

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term infrastructure needs, funding sustainability, and the potential impacts of future development and regulatory requirements. Amounts shown in the outer years are not appropriated within the two-year budget and are subject to change based on funding availability, grant awards, development activity, and updated master plans.

Staff have prepared a detailed PowerPoint presentation summarizing the proposed capital projects within the identified funds discussed below. CIP project managers will be available during the presentation to provide technical information, respond to Council questions, and clarify project scope, funding sources, and implementation timelines.

To assist Council in its review, staff recommends the following:
· Staff will present a summary of proposed project appropriations by fund. · It is recommended that Council review the proposed capital projects included within the identified funds and provide direction to staff by either tentatively concurring with the proposed appropriations or requesting revisions, prioritization adjustments, or additional information on specific projects.
· No formal action is required this evening. At Council’s direction, staff will incorporate any requested changes and return with updated information, if needed, at subsequent CIP review meetings.
· Upon completion of the review process, a finalized Capital Improvement Plan document will be prepared and included with the City’s Operating Budget for formal adoption in June 2026.

The Capital Improvement Plan includes capital projects and equipment purchases of $10,000 or more. Capital projects are budgeted separately from the operating budget using separate capital funds. This separation provides greater transparency into long-term infrastructure investments and ensures that one-time capital costs do not distort ongoing operating expenditure or service-level analysis.

Funds For Review
The eight funds to be reviewed today include one impact fee and several special revenue funds. • Impact Fee funds hold revenue from fees imposed upon new development to pay for infrastructure improvements necessary to accommodate growth. These funds may only be used for the purchase or construction of new or expanded infrastructure related to the growth from development.
• Special Revenue Funds collect money that must be used for a specific purpose and provide accountability and transparency to taxpayers and rate payers requiring funding to be spent for an intended purpose.

Transportation Funding included in this report represents the primary revenue sources available to the city for the construction, improvement, and maintenance of public roadways and related transportation infrastructure. Funding sources include Gas Tax, SB1 Road Maintenance and Rehabilitation funds, Measure R Local and Regional funds, Transportation Impact Fees, State Transportation funds, Landscape and Lighting District funds, and Northeast Capital Improvement funds.

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These revenues are primarily used to support the ongoing maintenance and rehabilitation of Visalia’s street network, traffic signal systems, and transportation infrastructure, as well as to construct new roadway improvements needed to accommodate future growth and development within the city.

The only transportation capital funding excluded from this item is street maintenance funded by Measure N, which is subject to additional budget requirements. Measure N proposed budget items is being presented to Council tonight in a separate agenda item.

The Public Opinion Annual Survey has shown consistently over the years that maintenance of City roads, traffic signs, and signals is a high priority for the citizens of Visalia. The Pavement Management System (PMS) is used to prioritize and schedule the maintenance of Visalia's streets.

New construction of City infrastructure, including roads, is driven by development, and the funds to be discussed tonight include projects which have been based upon projections of growth and development in the City of Visalia. Construction of new, and improvement of existing street infrastructure, supports and encourages new development.

The Funds to be discussed in today's meeting are listed in Table 1: Capital Budget Funds for Review March 16, 2026. The table shows the funds and the total recommended capital appropriation for each budget year.

Table 1: Capital Budget Funds for Review - March 16, 2026 Fund Name Fund #
Proposed
2026-27
Proposed
2027-28
Planning
2028-32
Gas Tax 111 4,034,700 3,728,700 20,618,100
SB1 Road Maintenance & Rehabilitation113 5,403,600 3,900,000 17,028,400 Measure R Local 131 3,800,585 2,529,200 17,961,450
Measure R Regional 133 - 5,000,000 5,000,000
Transportation Impact Fee 241 7,846,250 11,464,400 67,352,250 Landscape & Lighting 273 945,000 745,000 4,140,000
State Transportation 281 275,000 1,833,300 1,100,000
NE Capital Improvement 291 468,700 25,600 805,700
Total Projects $22,773,835 $29,226,200 $134,005,900
Several projects are funded by multiple funds; however, each fund only shows its contribution to the project. Projects that include funding from multiple funds will list each fund’s contribution in the project description. Below is a description of each fund and highlights of proposed projects. A detail project list, by fund, is included in Attachment A.

Gas Tax - Fund 111
This fund receives the local portion of state excise taxes on gasoline and diesel fuel which is distributed to cities under sales and excise taxes-sections 2103-2107.5 on the sale of transportation fuels of the California Streets and Highways Code which are levied by the State. Gas Tax funds may Visalia City Council Page 3 of 11 Printed on 3/12/2026
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be used for construction, improvements, and maintenance of public streets and roadways.

Gas Tax funding is programmed to preserve and maintain the City’s existing street infrastructure and to support ongoing transportation system reliability throughout the city. Projects funded through Gas Tax revenues typically include pavement rehabilitation, traffic signal improvements, traffic calming measures, and other roadway maintenance activities that extend the useful life of existing infrastructure.

Gas Tax funding also supports the replacement of specialized streets maintenance equipment used by the Streets Division to perform pavement preservation and roadway maintenance activities. Most projects for construction and improvement of city streets are programmed with Measure R, Transportation Impact Fees and other State and Federal grant programs which are typically housed in the State Transportation Fund (281).

S81-Road Maintenance and Rehabilitation Act (RMRA) - Fund 113 This fund, which was established under Section 2032(H)(2) of the Streets and Highway Code with the adoption of SB1, provides funding to address maintenance of local streets and roads. Eligible uses include road maintenance and rehabilitation, safety projects, railroad grade separations, complete street components, and traffic control devices. Projects eligible for SB1 funding are required to be identified in detail and adopted through local government resolutions prior to receiving state funds. SB1 funding has allowed the city to begin addressing deferred maintenance within its transportation infrastructure and supports long-term rehabilitation of priority roadway corridors identified through the City’s Pavement Management System (PMS).

For the FY 2026/27 and FY 2027/28 budget periods, SB1 funding is programmed for several roadway rehabilitation projects throughout the city to increase structural strength and extend the service life of the city streets. In addition to these corridor projects, this fund has three projects proposed in the two -year budget. The two largest projects are listed below:
· Acequia & Center Rehabilitation ($3.7M): This project is to rehabilitate the pavement on Acequia and Center Street from Willis to Santa Fe. This consists of areas of a dig outs, full reconstruction, and a grind and overlay. In addition to these improvements the project will also upgrade existing curb ramps to meet current ADA and PROWAG guidelines. Lastly, the project will incorporate some traffic signal improvements at intersections throughout the corridor.
· Annual Pavement Rehabilitation - SB1 ($3.9M): The SB1 program continues to fund the Annual Pavement Rehabilitation Program, which rehabilitates various streets throughout Visalia based on priority rankings established through the Pavement Management System.

Street rehabilitation is done to improve the ride quality, add structural strength, and extend the life expectancy of a street. This project is a longer lasting and important maintenance project for City streets that will be coordinated with the Public Works Department and Engineering through analysis from Pavement Management System.

Measure R Local - Fund 131
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one-third of all Measure R revenues for local transportation projects. These funds may be expended on transportation improvements as determined by each local jurisdiction and with the Measure R Expenditure Plan administered by the Tulare County Transportation Authority.

The Measure R Local fund proposes 18 projects, with 14 requesting appropriations in the 2-year portion of the budget. These projects include roadway widening projects, corridor rehabilitation, traffic signal improvements, and neighborhood connectivity enhancements. These projects support improvements to the City’s transportation network, enhance traffic safety and mobility, and provide infrastructure needed to accommodate future growth.

These projects coordinate with other transportation funding sources to maximize available funding and deliver larger infrastructure improvements throughout Visalia.

The two largest projects are listed below:
· Shirk Street Widening - Walnut to Noble ($2M): This project includes widening of Shirk Street from two lanes to four lanes with a center median, including installation of master storm trunk line, ditch culvert extension, curb and gutter, pavement, bike lanes, street lighting, utility pole relocations, median landscaping improvements. The project is necessary to alleviate traffic congestion, support future development, and improve overall corridor capacity and safety within the City's transportation network. This project is multi-funded for a total of $21 million.
o $4.8M from Measure R Local, includes prior funding of $131K o $1M from Measure R Trailways
o $5M from Measure R Regional, includes prior funding of $727K o $2.5M from Storm Sewer Construction, including prior funding of $241K o $43K from Wastewater Trunkline prior funding
o $4.8M from Transportation Impact Fee, includes prior funding of $1.3M. · Traffic Signal Modifications - Lovers Lane and Walnut Ave ($1.6M): This project includes traffic signal modifications and associated improvements at Lovers Lane and Walnut Avenue to accommodate future roadway widening and increased traffic demands generated by new developments in the area. Improvements will include installation of additional signal heads, pole modifications, and adjustments to signal timing and configuration. The city is responsible for implementing signal improvements to maintain operational efficiency and safety at the intersection between Lovers Lane and McAuliff St. Multi-funded project total of $3.8m. o $1.1M from Transportation Impact in prior year funding o $1.6M from Measure R Local, including $725K prior year funding o $275K from State Transportation
Measure R Regional - Fund 133
This fund receives monies from the regional portion of the Measure R one-half cent transportation sales tax approved by voters of Tulare County in November of 2006. Regional projects in Tulare County collectively receive one-half of all Measure R revenues. The Tulare County Transportation Authority (TCTA) administers the Measure R Expenditure Plan, which establishes how these funds may be allocated for regional transportation improvements. Measure R Regional funding supports larger transportation infrastructure projects that provide mobility benefits beyond a single jurisdiction.

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and enhancing safety along major transportation corridors.

Measure R Regional is proposing 2 projects, with 1 requesting appropriations in the 2-year portion of the budget discussed below.
· Shirk/SR 198 Improvements ($5M): This project includes the design and construction of corridor and interchange improvements along Shirk Road in the vicinity of SR-198, including traffic signal installation at Shirk Street and SR-198 ramp intersections and roadway improvements along the east side of Shirk Street from the westbound on/off ramps to Walnut Avenue. Improvements will address capacity constraints, enhance safety, and improve circulation in a high-growth area. Work includes roadway improvements along the east side of Shirk Street from the westbound on/off ramp to Hillsdale. This project is multi-funded for a total of $6.6 million.
o $450K from Measure R Local, including prior year funding of $336K o $450K from Transportation Impact Fee’s Fund, including prior year funding of $336K o $5M from Measure R Regional
Transportation Impact Fees (TIF) - Fund 241
This fund is derived from developer fees collected at the time of building permit issuance or, if requested by the developer, at the time of occupancy. These funds may only be used for the construction of new street improvements and expansion of transportation facilities required to support growth as included in the Circulation Element of the City's General Plan.

TIF Program: When the City approves a development project, it commits to providing the necessary community-wide public improvements, including transportation infrastructure, needed to support that development. In establishing development impact fees, staff evaluates the infrastructure needs identified in the General Plan and its Circulation Element to determine the cost of improvements necessary to accommodate future growth. Impact fees serve as the funding source of last resort and are intended to ensure that new development contributes its proportionate share toward the cost of infrastructure improvements required to support growth.

To balance the Transportation Impact Fee Fund for the proposed two-year budget, projects were deferred to the outer years. Staff is currently working with a Consultant on a nexus study to increase the impact fees and will be brought back to in June 2026.

This fund is proposing 20 projects, with 14 requesting appropriations in the 2-year portion of the budget. The two largest projects requested in the two years is listed below:
· Linwood Street Extension - North of Riggin ($3.6M): This project includes the design and construction for the extension of Linwood Street north of Riggin Ave. The roadway will be located within & along the westerly portion of the current Modoc Basin footprint w/a signalized connection at Riggin Ave & extend north across Modoc Ditch. Construction of Linwood St. alignment north of Riggin Ave up to Modoc Ditch to accommodate access to the Tier II Urban Development Boundary north of the Modoc Basin. This project will build the extension of Linwood St with a signalization connection at Riggin Ave & extend north up to Modoc Ditch.

This project will coordinate with and follow the Linwood St Embankment Project. Contingent upon development in the North. This project is multi-funded for total of $5.7 million.

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o $464K FY 2026/27 from Transportation Impact for (Design), includes prior year funding of $300K
§ $3.2M FY 2027/28 for (Construction)
o $182K FY 2026/27 from Storm Sewer for (Design)
§ $1.2M FY 2027/28 for (Construction)
o $50K FY 2026/27 from Wastewater Trunkline for (Design) § $344K FY 2027/28 for (Construction)
· Riggin Widening - Roben & Akers ($2.6M): This project includes curb & gutter, pavement, medians, streetlights, and other infrastructure such as fire hydrants and drainage inlets. Also, includes relocation of SCE facility. Construction of this segment will help to complete the 4- lane arterial from Hwy 63 to Hwy 99 on Riggin Avenue, providing a major East-West corridor along the North side of Visalia. Construction contingent upon federal grant funding from state/federal grant funds which need an additional $3 million. This project is multi-funded for a total $7.6 million.
o $390K from Measure R Regional
o $5.6M from Transportation Impact Fee
o $1.6M from the State Transportation fund
o $4.8M from Transportation Impact Fee, including prior year funding of $1.3M.

Landscape and Lighting - Fund 273
This fund receives property tax assessments on properties located within each Landscape and Lighting (L&L) District and is used for the maintenance and improvement of community landscaping, lighting, and related infrastructure within those districts. Funds may only be used within each individual L&L District for costs identified in the engineer's report prepared at the time the district was established.

The 6-Year Capital Plan includes projects for eligible street maintenance and enhancements for L&L districts with available funding that include landscaping, sidewalk repair, and irrigation controller replacements. The operating portion of this fund which provides for the regular maintenance of the L&L districts will be brought to Council in June along with the operating budget. In 2005, newly formed L&L Districts began to include street maintenance in their engineer’s reports and assessment amounts. Based upon the street maintenance schedule included in the individual L&L’s engineer’s reports, reclamite, crack seal, overlay, and cape seal projects are proposed during the 2-year portion of the CIP budget.

All L&L’s which include street maintenance also include an automatic inflation of the annual assessment amount. The cash balance of each L&L is evaluated annually and automatic increases only take effect if they are found to be necessary. Street maintenance projects for individual L&L’s will be grouped together annually and combined with other like projects for bidding to achieve any available economies of scale.

State Transportation - Fund 281
This fund is derived from one-quarter cent of statewide sales tax collected and returned to each County in accordance with the Local Transportation Development (LTD) Act. These funds are administered locally through the Tulare County Association of Governments (TCAG). The primary use of these funds is to support public transit services. After transit funding requirements are met, Visalia City Council Page 7 of 11 Printed on 3/12/2026 powered by Legistar™ 12
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use of these funds is to support public transit services. After transit funding requirements are met, remaining revenues and discretionary funds may be used for local street and road purposes, including bicycle and pedestrian facilities improvements.

Transportation-related grants funds awarded to the City of Visalia may also be accounted for within this fund. These monies are restricted and must be used only for eligible transportation projects in accordance with the requirements of their individual funding sources. The State Transportation fund includes four proposed projects in the 6-Year Capital Plan with three projects proposed to receive appropriations in the 2-year budget. These projects support transportation infrastructure improvements throughout the city. Projects included in the two-yar portion of the Capital Improvement Plan represent a combination of transportation system improvements and infrastructure projects supported by State Transportation Funding sources administered through TCAG.

NE Capital Improvement - Fund 291
This fund is derived from fees paid by developers, builders, and subdividers for projects located withing the Northeast Specific Plan area. These funds are used to construct infrastructure improvements necessary to support development within the Northeast area of the City, including transportation improvements, storm drainage facilities, parks, landscaping, and other amenities identified in the Northeast Specific Plan.

Projects included in the Capital Improvement Plan for this fund support infrastructure necessary to accommodate growth and development within the Northeast planning area.

This fund is proposing 2 projects and is in the 2-year portion of the budget. These projects support the continued development of infrastructure and community amenities necessary to accommodate growth within the Northeast Specific Plan area. The largest project requested in this fund is the following:
· Road 148 improvement - Houston to Murray: This project includes the design and construction of approximately 0.61 miles of roadway improvements to establish a north-south arterial corridor. The project includes roadway construction, trail improvements, drainage facilities, and other associated infrastructure necessary to support development in the surrounding area.

Each Funds proposed projects is listed in detail in Attachment A.

Next Capital Funds to be Reviewed
As mentioned earlier, Capital Funds will be presented to Council during the months of February through May. This allows Council to conduct their review of the proposed CIP budget in manageable groupings. Funds listed at prior Council meetings are listed in Table 2: Capital Funds Reviewed.

The table shows the date the funds were reviewed by Council.

Table 2: Capital Funds Reviewed

FUND DESCRIPTION FUND DESCRIPTION
231 Wastewater Trunkline 132 Measure R Bike/Trail
232 Sewer Connection 211 Recreation Facilities
401 Building Safety 221 Storm Sewer
406 Animal Services 222 Storm Sewer Deficiency
411 Ait 224 Gd WtRh
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FUND DESCRIPTION FUND DESCRIPTION
231 Wastewater Trunkline 132 Measure R Bike/Trail
232 Sewer Connection 211 Recreation Facilities
401 Building Safety 221 Storm Sewer
406 Animal Services 222 Storm Sewer Deficiency
411 Airport 224 Ground Water Recharge
431 Wastewater 261 Waterway Construction
441 Solid Waste 481 Storm Sewer Maintenance
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The proposed presentation schedule is listed below in Table 3: Capital Funds to be reviewed by Council in future Council Sessions.

Table 3: Capital Funds Reviewed at Prior Council Session

FUND DESCRIPTION FUND DESCRIPTION
103 Corp Yard Impact Fee 001 General Fund
401 Building Safety (Changes) 012 Police Unclaimed Funds 501 Fleet Maintenance 105 Police Impact Fees
502 Vehicle Replacement 106 Fire Impact Fee
503 Measure T Police Vehicle Replace 157 Baseball
504 Measure T Fire Vehicle Replace 413 Convention Center 505 Measure N Vehicle Replace 621 Narcotics Forfeiture
511 Information Services
*311 CDBG
*141 Measure N
* These funds will be reviewed seperately from the Capital Budget process according to the requirements of the individual funding, but will be included in the final budget document for informational purposes.
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Fiscal Impact:

The Capital Improvement Plan is presented as a six-year planning document, with FY 2026/27 and FY 2027/28 proposed for adoption and appropriation, and the remaining four years are provided for long-term planning purposes only. The attached financial schedules (Attachment A) provide a comprehensive summary of each fund, including beginning cash balances, projected revenues, operating expenditures, proposed capital expenditures, and estimated ending fund balances over the six-year planning forecast. These projections are based on current revenue trends, adopted fee Visalia City Council Page 9 of 11 Printed on 3/12/2026
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structures, development activity assumptions, grant funding availability, and known capital project commitments.

Revenue projections used in the CIP are based on current trends in gas tax allocations, Measure R transportation sales tax revenues, development activity projections, adopted fee structures, anticipated grant funding, and other restricted transportation revenue sources. Expenditure projections reflect currently identified capital improvement needs, project cost estimates, and known capital project commitments.

For the two-year proposed budget period, total recommended capital appropriations across the funds under review are as follows:

FY 2026/27: $22.8M
FY 2027/28: $29.2M
These appropriations support a variety of transportation infrastructure improvements, roadway rehabilitation projects, traffic signal improvements, growth-related transportation infrastructure, and related capital investments necessary to maintain and enhance the City’s transportation network. in addition to the projects proposed for appropriation in the two-year budget period, an additional $134M in CIP projects are identified in the outer planning years to reflect anticipated future infrastructure needs and long-term capital planning; however, these amounts are not appropriated and are subject to change based on funding availability, project prioritization, and Council direction during future budget cycles.

Several of the proposed capital projects are multi-funded and leverage a combination of impact fees and special revenue sources, and grant funding. In such cases each fund included in this report reflects only its proportional share of the total project cost, consistent with the City’s capital budgeting practices and nexus requirements.

Operating and maintenance impacts associated with the proposed capital projects are expected to be minimal in the near term and, where applicable, are incorporated into the respective operating budgets of the departments responsible. Certain infrastructure improvements may result in incremental maintenance obligations; however, these costs will be evaluated and addressed through the City’s annual operating budget process.

While approximately $7.37M in project funding is initially supported by the General Fund in current year for the City Inclusive Park, these costs are anticipated to be fully offset by grant funding and other external revenue sources. As a result, no net long-term General Fund impact is anticipated for the proposed CIP projects included in this review. The identified funding sources consist primarily of restricted transportation revenues, voter-approved sales tax revenues, development-related impact fees, and other dedicated infrastructure funding sources. Overall, the proposed CIP represents a coordinated investment in the City’s transportation infrastructure and supports the continued maintenance rehabilitation, and expansion of the City’s roadway network necessary to accommodate existing transportation needs and anticipate future growth.

No appropriation or budget action will result from this review item. The final CIP will be presented for adoption and appropriation with the City’s Operating Budget in June 2026.

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File #: 25-0540 Agenda Date: 3/16/2026 Agenda #: 1.

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No motion is requested or required at this time.

Environmental Assessment Status: N/A
CEQA Review: N/A
Deadline for Action: 3/16/2026
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Attachment A - Summary of proposed Capital Projects by Fund Attachment B - Directory of Map Points and Maps
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Attachment A: Summary of Proposed Capital Projects by Fund Attachment A: Summary of Proposed Capital Projects by Fund 3-16-26 Fund Name Fund #
Proposed
2026-27
Proposed
2027-28
Planning
2028-32
Gas Tax 111 4,034,700 3,728,700 20,618,100
SB1 Road Maintenance & Rehabilitation 113 5,403,600 3,900,000 17,028,400 Measure R Local 131 3,800,585 2,529,200 17,961,450
Measure R Regional 133 - 5,000,000 5,000,000
Transportation Impact Fee 241 7,846,250 11,464,400 67,352,250 Landscape & Lighting 273 945,000 745,000 4,140,000
State Transportation 281 275,000 1,833,300 1,100,000
NE Capital Improvement 291 468,700 25,600 805,700
Total Projects $22,773,835 $29,226,200 $134,005,900
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Attachment A: Summary of Proposed Capital Projects by Fund The following pages contain a detailed listing of the capital project requests for review by the fund including a summary of cash flow for each. 2026-27 2027-28 2028-29 2029-30 2030-31 2031-32
Beginning Cash Balance 543,300 115,400 10,900 (63,300) 101,400 (880,400) Gas Tax Apportionment (Sections 2105, 2106, 2107, 2107.5) 2,645,000 2,671,500 2,698,200 2,711,700 2,714,400 2,714,400 Gas Tax Swap (Prop 42) (Sections 2103) 1,370,300 1,390,900 1,404,800 1,418,800 1,433,000 1,447,300 Gas Tax Stp-Str Hwy Exchange (RSTP Funds) 900,000 900,000 900,000 900,000 900,000 900,000 Misc + Interest Earnings 155,800 145,800 100,000 80,000 80,000 80,000 Services Provided - Signal Lights (70,000) (70,000) (70,000) (70,000) (70,000) (70,000) Services Provided - Street Lights (500,000) (500,000) (500,000) (500,000) (500,000) (500,000) Services Provided - Traffic Maintenance (163,200) (166,500) (169,800) (173,200) (176,700) (180,200) Services Provided - Street Sweeping (683,300) (697,000) (710,900) (725,100) (739,600) (754,400) Other Services Provided/Allocations (47,800) (50,500) (51,500) (52,500) (53,600) (54,700) Capital Improvements - New Construction, Improvements and Administration (2,124,700) (1,617,000) (1,695,000) (1,445,000) (2,519,300) (6,898,800) Capital Improvement - Street Maintenance (1,910,000) (1,910,000) (1,980,000) (1,980,000) (2,050,000) (2,050,000) Capital Improvements - Vehicle and Equipment Replacements or Additions 0 (201,700) 0 0 0 0 Total Resources Available for Future Projects 115,400 10,900 (63,300) 101,400 (880,400) (6,246,800) # Project Description (100 word limit) Dept
Project #
(or "new")
Budget
Impact
Map
Ref 2026-27 2027-28 2028-29 2029-30 2030-31 2031-32
Projects for New Construction, Improvements and Administration:
1 Upgrade Traffic Signal Controllers: This project will replace obsolete traffic signal controllers with newer Model 2070 controllers that provide enhanced processing capability and compatibility with the City's which possesses updated processing and capacity for integration into the traffic management system. Originally, 127 controllers required replacement with 43 controllers remaining to be upgraded. This project supports improved traffic flow, safety, and long-term system efficiency throughout the City's signal network. Funding will upgrade the remaining controllers over the course of two years starting FY 24-25. Includes prior year funding of $282k from Gas Tax (111). Eng CP0285 - - N/A 50,000 2 Calibration of Pavement Management Plan: This project provides consultant services to re-survey the City's street network and update data within the existing Pavement Management Program (PMP). The work includes roadway condition assessments, database updates, and city-wide regulatory sign inventory. Updated data will support deflection testing and database development to further aid in proper maintenance planning, prioritization of rehabilitation projects, and long-term asset management. The collected Information is used to update GIS maps with new streets added to the network and Public Works uses the data for maintenance. Eng CP0703 - - N/A 552,200 3 Johnson St at Mill Creek Culvert Replacement: Project includes the design and construction for the replacement of the Mill Creek box culvert at Johnson Street and the overlying street structural section. Project will replace the existing structure in-kind.

Project total of $2.16m. Eng New - - B26 450,700 1,711,100 4 Willis St at Mill Creek Culvert Replacement: Project includes the design and construction for the replacement of the Mill Creek box culvert at Willis Street and the overlying street structural section. Project will replace the existing structure in-kind. Project total of $2.16m. Eng New - - B25 450,700 1,711,100
5 Annual Traffic Counts, Survey, and Supplemental Services: Ongoing project supports traffic monitoring activity, speed survey & supplemental engineering services to assist staff with traffic analysis and to relieve vehicle congestion. Data collected is used to evaluate intersection performance, identify traffic trends, and support signal timing optimization. The program also helps maintain school zones and traffic calming efforts by providing reliable data for decision-making. Annual traffic counts ensure appropriate traffic control measures are implemented and support economic development, roadway planning, and coordinated traffic signal operations citywide. Eng CP8101 - - N/A 65,000 65,000 65,000 65,000 65,000 75,000 Gas Tax - 111 (2370)
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Fund Description: This fund includes monies derived from Sections 2103, 2105, 2106, 2107 and 2107.5 of the Streets and Highways Code. These revenues come from special taxes (excise taxes) on the sale of transportation fuels which are levied in addition to the state sales tax. Allocations are generally distributed on the basis of population and registered vehicles. This fund also receives money from the State Highway Fund that is distributed to each region based on population and road miles. Funds are to be used only for construction, improvements and maintenance of streets and roads.

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Attachment A: Summary of Proposed Capital Projects by Fund # Project Description (100 word limit) Dept Project #
(or "new")
Budget
Impact
Map
Ref 2026-27 2027-28 2028-29 2029-30 2030-31 2031-32
Projects for New Construction, Improvements and Administration: (Continued) 6 Neighborhood Traffic Maintenance: The program funds the installation of traffic calming devices in residential neighborhoods when established criteria are met, in accordance with the City's Neighborhood Traffic Management Program (NTMP). The program addresses resident concerns related to speeding, traffic volumes, and neighborhood safety. Traffic calming measures may include signage, striping, or other approved devices designed to improve livability and enhance neighborhood quality of life.

The (NTMP) provides a structured process for neighborhood requests and prioritizes projects based on documented traffic conditions and safety needs. Eng CP8282 - - N/A 30,000 30,000 30,000 7 Traffic Calming Services & Software: This project provides professional services and software tools to support daily traffic management and transportation planning activities. Services include the procurement and implementation of traffic calming and traffic analytics software capable of aggregating and analyzing data such as vehicle speed, traffic volumes, and roadway performance across arterial, collector, and local streets. The platform will enable staff to monitor traffic counts, validate speed complaints, conduct corridor analysis, support federal and state reporting requirements, and streamline data visualization and organization. This investment enhances the City's ability to proactively address traffic safety concerns and implement datadriven traffic calming strategies. Eng New - - N/A 17,000 8 Annual Roadway Preliminary Engineering: This project is for preliminary engineering and design work needed for potential roadway capital projects and ancillary engineering work such as improvement standards and standard specifications, providing an operating budget for preliminary work on future projects involving grants and routine items that may not be captured in a specific capital improvement project. Eng CP9699 - - N/A 175,000 175,000 100,000 100,000 100,000 100,000 9 Annual Developer Reimbursements: This CIP provides reimbursement for eligible public infrastructure improvements constructed within the public right-of-way by private developers. Reimbursements are issued in accordance with approved development agreements and City policies. This project supports timely delivery of infrastructure while ensuring consistency with City standards. Ongoing maintenance of completed improvements is funded through separate City CIP programs and operational budgets, ensuring long-term sustainability of reimbursed assets. Eng CP9207 - - N/A 70,000 70,000 70,000 70,000 70,000 70,000 10 Annual Bike Plan Implementation: This annual project will implement the most recent Bike Plan, which includes striping bike lanes and adding signs to improve safety for bicyclists, as well as improvement of traffic flow for vehicles and bikes. These improvements support recommendations from the City's adopted Active Transportation Plan (ATP). Where applicable with other roadway CIP's, these funds will be used to implement bike lanes. Streets & Traffic CP9923 - - N/A 30,000 30,000 30,000 30,000 30,000 30,000 11 Road Rehabilitation - RSTP: Regional Surface Transportation Program (RSTP) funds are exchanged to State Highway Exchange funds and distributed based on population. This CIP is to account for the estimated amount of State Highway Account funds to be received. Funds may be used for the rehabilitation and preservation of public roads subject to the eligibility criteria under the Surface Transportation Program. Eng CP0753 - - N/A 900,000 900,000 900,000 900,000 900,000 12 Street Light Replacement - St Johns Parkway: Replacement of the deteriorating overhead street light poles on St. John's Parkway from McAuliff to Burke. Twenty-six (26) wooden decorative streetlights on St John's Parkway between Burke and McAuliff are deteriorating and are becoming a safety issue. This project would upgrade the poles to current City standard marbleize poles with dual mast arms including replacement of conduit as needed. Project will include the relocation of five (5) electrical meter boxes for these overhead lights. Construction planned to be built in three (3) phases over three (years); FY 27/28, FY 28/29, and FY 29/30. Multi funded project total $1.4m from $1.1m Gas Tax (111) and $216k MR Local (131). Eng CP0708 - - B30 27,700 330,000 530,000 250,000 13 Stevenson Mill Creek Culvert Replacement: Design and construction for the replacement of the Mill Creek Box Culvert at Stevenson St and the overlying street structural section. Project will replace the existing structure in-kind. Existing sewer main may need to be lowered. Multi funded project total of $2m from $1.9m Gas Tax - State Highway Exchange Funds (111) and $189k WWTP (431). Eng New - - B2 957,000
14 Garden Street Settlement Repair: (Construction) Project will address the road and sidewalk subsidence on Garden Street between Main St and Center Ave by removing the impacted asphalt and sidewalk, excavating the poorly compacted fill material on either side of the Mill Creek Culvert, backfilling with engineered fill, and installing new pavement, curb, gutter, and sidewalk.

Subsidence around the Mill Creek culvert on Garden St has been a known issue for many years, but the issue has become more visible recently. The settlement of the pavement and sidewalk is due to poorly compacted fill material adjacent to the culvert installed prior to standardized backfill and compaction requirements. Total Project $870k. $120k design in prior year budget FY 2025/26 using Measure N Funds (141) and $750k from Gas Tax (111). Roads CP0802 B24 750,000 15 West St Mill Creek Culvert Replacement: Design and construction for the replacement of the Mill Creek Box Culvert at West St and the overlying street structural section. Project will replace the existing structure in-kind. Existing sewer main may need to be lowered. Multi funded project total of $2.4m from $2.2m Gas Tax (111) and $207k WWTP (431). Eng New - - B3 452,900 1,719,400 Gas Tax - 111 (2370) - Continued
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Budget
Impact
Map
Ref 2026-27 2027-28 2028-29 2029-30 2030-31 2031-32
Projects for Street Maintenance throughout the City:
16 Annual Stop Sign Installation: Annual stop signs installation contract for arterial/collector intersections. As traffic volumes increase in the city, various intersections meet the California Manual of Uniform Traffic Control Devices (MUTCD) criteria for stop signs. When criteria are met, stop signs should be installed in a timely manner. Roads CP0037 $ N/A 25,000 25,000 25,000 25,000 25,000 25,000 17 Annual Traffic Signal Optimization Project (TSOP): This project is to optimize the traffic signal operations along various corridors within the city. The optimization of the traffic signals will minimize traffic delays and as a result reduce vehicle emissions. This is part of the traffic management system to aid the flow of traffic along the city corridors. Eng CP0193 - - N/A 30,000 30,000 30,000 30,000 30,000 30,000 18 Annual Street Name Sign Replacement: Annual replacement of Street Name Signs (SNS) to bring them into compliance with correct design and reflectivity per the Manual on Uniform Traffic Control Devices (MUTCD). SNS's are a means of direction for emergency services. This will allow replacement of SNS's citywide to maintain visibility for first responders to prevent slowing down response times. This will also standardize the SNS's citywide making the manufacturing and replacing process easier for the city and subcontractors. The city has 8,000 SNS's and an average of 1,000 SNS's will be replaced annually. Roads CP0406 - - N/A 80,000 80,000 80,000 80,000 80,000 80,000 19 Annual Battery Backup Maintenance: Annual replacement of existing and new batteries to ensure traffic signals (TS) remain operational in an emergency due to electricity loss. There are 140 TS in the City, with approximately 70% of them installed with battery backup systems. Backup power service allows each traffic signal to operate during power outages to provide safety for motorists. Each signal controller requires 4 batteries when replaced, with a lifespan of 4-6 years per battery. Roads CP0407 - - N/A 30,000 30,000 30,000 30,000 30,000 30,000 20 Annual Traffic Signal Maintenance: Replacement of aging traffic signal cabinets, existing in-pavement vehicle detection with video detection and other minor upgrades to existing signalized intersections. As the existing equipment fails or is damaged, replacement of existing traffic signal cabinets allows for use of new equipment as the City's Intelligent Transportation System expands. Allows for the attachment of a battery backup system during power outages. Replacement of existing in-pavement vehicle detection with video detection allows for greater flexibility for pavement repair and modifications to the lane configurations. Roads CP0550 - - N/A 100,000 100,000 100,000 100,000 100,000 100,000 21 Annual Overhead Street Light Upgrade: Upgrade approximately 500 Overhead Street Lights from High Pressure Sodium to LED over the next 5-7 years. The overhead LEDs are more energy efficient and provide better visual aid to first responders. Also, Edison and Caltrans lights have already been upgraded with LEDs. This project will provide consistency throughout the city. In addition, the current High Pressure Sodium lights require frequent replacement of ballasts and ignitors that are becoming difficult to procure. Roads CP0705 - - N/A 50,000 50,000 50,000 50,000 50,000 50,000 22 Annual Pave Outs: Restore pavement that has been cut away during replacement of damaged curb and gutter, and approach ways that are not adjacent property owners’ responsibilities. This will improve environmental conditions and maximize use of roadways throughout the City. Pavement preservation and rehabilitation are essential in maintaining the largest City asset, public roadways. Without these funds, the roadways will deteriorate causing poor riding conditions. Roads CP9094 - - N/A 25,000 25,000 25,000 25,000 25,000 25,000 Gas Tax - 111 (2370) - Continued
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Budget
Impact
Map
Ref 2026-27 2027-28 2028-29 2029-30 2030-31 2031-32
Projects for Street Maintenance: Continued
23 Annual Traffic Striping: The existing pavement markings need to be repainted to follow the California Manual of Uniform Traffic Control Devices (MUTCD). This repainting of the pavement markings will provide delineation of travel lanes, turn lanes, crosswalks, curb markings and other pavement markings on the roadways throughout the City. Roads CP9226 - - N/A 200,000 200,000 220,000 220,000 240,000 240,000 24 Annual Pavement Overlay: This is a cost-effective way to extend the useful life of a street with asphalt in minor stages of deterioration. a street with asphalt in minor stages of deterioration. Provides additional structure and strength to existing asphalt, as well as a smoother and safer traveling surface. Pavement preservation and rehabilitation are essential in maintaining the largest City asset, public roadways. Without these funds, the roadways will deteriorate causing poor riding conditions.

Roads CP9525 N/A 850,000 850,000 900,000 900,000 950,000 950,000 25 Annual Dig Outs: Remove and replace isolated, deteriorated pavement on various city streets. This will improve the quality of city streets, reduce pothole patching, delay the need for costly reconstruction and possibly reduce claims from damage to vehicles. Pavement preservation and rehabilitation are essential in maintaining the largest City asset, public roadways. Without these funds, the roadways will deteriorate causing poor riding conditions. Roads CP9508 - - N/A 100,000 100,000 100,000 100,000 100,000 100,000 26 Annual Pothole Patching: Patch portions of pavement, temporarily, with an asphalt cold mix. Pothole patching is an effective and fast method of preventative maintenance on small portions of pavement that have deteriorated due to water penetration into the base. Pavement preservation and rehabilitation are essential in maintaining the largest City asset, public roadways. Without these funds, the roadways will deteriorate causing poor riding conditions. Roads CP9515 - - N/A 300,000 300,000 300,000 300,000 300,000 300,000 27 Annual Replace Traffic Signs: Replace regulatory, warning, and guide traffic signs that do not meet the reflectivity compliance based on the Manual of Uniform Traffic Control Devices (MUTCD). Includes contracting services of signs for blank purchases, fabrications, refurbishments, and recycling of old signs. This funding is only for City owned traffic signs. Roads CP9555 - - N/A 120,000 120,000 120,000 120,000 120,000 120,000 Projects for Vehicle and Equipment Replacements or Additions:
28 Replace Ingersol Rand Roller - EQ Asphalt Compactor Ing Budget Year / Unit / Year / Age / Hours
2027-28 / 314855 / 1999 / 29 / 1,111 Roads New - - N/A 201,700 $ 4,034,700 $ 3,728,700 $ 3,675,000 $ 3,425,000 $ 4,569,300 $ 8,948,800 Notes: Multi-funded means this is only this fund's portion of the total amount budgeted. These projects are funded from multiple sources and the full budget is shown in the "Multi-Fund 301".

The Budget Impact column shows the estimated annual impact of the project on the operating budget for maintenance once completed or purchased. - - No Annual Maintenance Costs (or no increase over existing cost) $$$ $ Annual Maintenance cost is $5,000 or less $$$$ $$ Annual Maintenance costs is $5,000 to $25,000
Capital Improvement Total:

Gas Tax - 111 (2370) - Continued
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2026-27 2027-28 2028-29 2029-30 2030-31 2031-32
Beginning Cash Balance 2,246,700 1,013,300 1,233,400 0 169,800 264,400 SB1 - Road Maintenance and Rehabilitation 3,900,000 3,900,000 3,900,000 3,900,000 3,900,000 3,900,000 Interest Earnings 275,000 225,000 200,000 175,000 100,000 100,000 Operating and Allocations (4,800) (4,900) (5,000) (5,200) (5,400) (5,600) Capital Improvements (5,403,600) (3,900,000) (5,328,400) (3,900,000) (3,900,000) (3,900,000) Total Resources Available for Future Projects 1,013,300 1,233,400 0 169,800 264,400 358,800 # Project Description (100 word limit) Dept Project #
(or "new")
Budget
Impact
Map
Ref 2026-27 2027-28 2028-29 2029-30 2030-31 2031-32
1 Riggin Rehabilitation: This project is to rehabilitate the pavement on Riggin Avenue from Demaree Street to Mooney Boulevard. This consists of areas of a 2.5’ overlay, dig outs, and a grind and overlay. In addition to these improvements the project will also upgrade some of the existing curb ramps to meet current ADA and PROWAG guidelines. Lastly, the project will incorporate some traffic signal improvements at intersections throughout the corridor. Eng New - - B20 1,732,300
2 Acequia & Center Rehabilitation: This project is to rehabilitate the pavement on Acequia and Center Street from Willis to Santa Fe. This consists of areas of a dig outs, full reconstruction, and a grind and overlay. In addition to these improvements the project will also upgrade existing curb ramps to meet current ADA and PROWAG guidelines.

Lastly, the project will incorporate some traffic signal improvements at intersections throughout the corridor.

Eng CP0601 - - B22 3,671,300
3 Annual Pavement Rehabilitation-SB1: Rehabilitation of various streets throughout the City of Visalia based on priority list established by the Pavement Management System (PMS). Street rehabilitation is done to improve the ride quality, add structural strength, and extend the life expectancy of a street. This project is a longer lasting and important maintenance project for City streets that will be coordinated with the Public Works Department through analysis from Pavement Management System. Eng CP0290 - - N/A 3,900,000 3,900,000 3,900,000 3,900,000 4 Whitendale Ave Road Rehab - Whitendale Ave Road Rehab from Mooney Blvd to Court Street. This project is to rehabilitate the pavement on Whitendale Street from Mooney Boulevard to Court Street. This consists of areas of a dig outs, full reconstruction, and a grind and overlay. In addition to these improvements the project will also upgrade existing curb ramps to meet current ADA and PROWAG guidelines. Lastly, the project will incorporate some traffic signal improvements at intersections throughout the corridor. Eng CP0760 - - D6 5,328,400 $ 5,403,600 $ 3,900,000 $ 5,328,400 $ 3,900,000 $ 3,900,000 $ 3,900,000 Notes: Multi-funded means this is only this fund's portion of the total amount budgeted. These projects are funded from multiple sources and the full budget is shown in the "Multi-Fund 301".

The Budget Impact column shows the estimated annual impact of the project on the operating budget for maintenance once completed or purchased. - - No Annual Maintenance Costs (or no increase over existing cost) $$$ $ Annual Maintenance cost is $5,000 or less $$$$ $$ Annual Maintenance costs is $5,000 to $25,000
SB1 Road Maintenance and Rehabilitation Act - 113 (2390) 2026/27 - 2031/32 Capital Improvement Program
Fund Description: This fund was established under section 2032(H)(2) of the Streets and Highway Code with the adoption of SB1. The Road Maintenance and Rehabilitation Act (RMRA) addresses maintenance on the local street and road system. Funding may be spent on road maintenance and rehabilitation, safety projects, railroad grade separations, complete street components, and traffic control devices.

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Beginning Cash Balance 637,200 1,451,915 3,528,015 (2,503,185) (1,288,335) 1,641,265 Measure R Local Funding 4,213,300 4,255,400 4,298,000 4,341,000 4,384,400 4,428,200 Investment Earnings 450,000 400,000 350,000 300,000 250,000 250,000 Allocations (48,000) (50,100) (51,600) (53,100) (54,700) (56,300) Capital Improvements (3,800,585) (2,529,200) (10,627,600) (3,373,050) (1,650,100) (2,310,700) Total Resources Available for Future Projects 1,451,915 3,528,015 (2,503,185) (1,288,335) 1,641,265 3,952,465 # Project Description (100 word limit) Dept Project #
(or "new")
Budget
Impact
Map
Ref 2026-27 2027-28 2028-29 2029-30 2030-31 2031-32
1 Miscellaneous Pedestrian Improvements: Provides miscellaneous pedestrian accessibility improvements citywide, including installation of curb ramps, sidewalks, and related infrastructure to improve pedestrian mobility and safety.

Improvements will address gaps in the pedestrian network, eliminate accessibility barriers, and enhance connectivity between key destinations and corridors. The project will support compliance with ADA accessibility standards and may include preliminary engineering, design and construction as funding becomes available. These improvements also help the city to leverage grant opportunities by providing local match funding and advancing shovel-ready pedestrian safety projects. for grants as they become available. Eng CP0558 - - N/A 150,000 150,000 150,000 150,000 150,000 150,000 2 Mill Creek Parkway - Lovers Lane to McAuliff:Includes data collection, traffic analysis, and design to evaluate operational safety improvements along Mill Creek Parkway and associated intersections, including McAuliff Street and Lovers Lane/Mill Creek Parkway. The study will assess potential lane reconfigurations, intersection control treatments, and corridor improvements to address traffic growth and future development. Planned improvements may include striping modifications, signal coordination, and replacement of outdated infrastructure. The project supports long-term corridor capacity safety and mobility while aligning with planned roadway widening and regional transportation planning efforts. Design Phase (2024/25) and construction Phase (2025/26) intersection control treatment which may include traffic signal; Cape seal along Mill Creek Parkway; Striping Mill Creek Parkway to convert from 2 lanes to 4-lanes and planned replacement of existing wooden median lights. Multi funded project total of $3.6m. $637k from Measure R Local (131) including $2m prior year funding, and $275k from LTF Funds (281-LTF) prior year funding. Eng CP0658 $ B28 637,200
3 Shirk and Ferguson Traffic Signal: Install traffic signal at Shirk and Ferguson including design and construction. The current all-way stop intersection meets the traffic signalization criteria defined by the California Manual on Uniform Control Devices (MUTCD) as determined through the data collected with the Annual Traffic Data Collection Contract.

Based on MUTCD traffic signal warrant analysis and the City of Visalia traffic signalization procedures, the intersection of Shirk and Ferguson meets the criteria for a traffic signal. Multi-funded project total of $932k from $269K LTF (281) prior year and $175K Measure R Local (131) including $490k prior year funding. Eng CP0529 $ A14 174,635 4 Shirk/SR 198 Improvements: Design and construction of corridor and interchange improvements along Shirk Road in the vicinity of SR-198, including traffic signal installation at Shirk Street and SR-198 ramp intersections and roadway improvements along the east side of Shirk Street from the westbound on/off ramps to Walnut Avenue. Improvements will address capacity constraints, enhance safety, and improve circulation in a high-growth area. Work includes roadway improvements along the east side of Shirk Street from the westbound on/off ramp to Hillsdale Multi funded project total of $6.6m. $450k from Measure R Local (131) including prior year funding of $336k, $450k from Transportation Impact (241) including prior year funding of $336k, and $5m from Measure R Regional (133).

Eng CP0630 $ A13 66,200 383,300
Measure R Local - 131 (2410)
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Fund Description: This fund receives monies from the local portion of the Measure R ½ cent Transportation Sales Tax approved by voters of Tulare County in November of 2006. Local agencies collectively receive 1/3 of all Measure R revenues for local projects. These funds are to be expended in accordance with the Measure R expenditure plan as administered by the Tulare County Transportation Authority (TCTA).

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Impact
Map
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5 Shirk Street Widening - Walnut to Noble: Widening of Shirk Street from two lanes to four lanes with a center median, including installation of master storm trunk line, ditch culvert extension, curb and gutter, pavement, bike lanes, street lighting, utility pole relocations, median landscaping improvements. The project is necessary to alleviate traffic congestion, support future development, and improve overall corridor capacity and safety within the City's transportation network. Multi funded total of $21m. $4.8m from MR Local (131) including prior year funding of $131K, $1m from Measure R Trailways (132), $5m from Measure R Regional (133) including prior year funding of $727k, $2.5m from Storm Sewer Construction (221) including prior year funding of $241k, $43k from prior year funding from Wastewater Trunkline (231), and $4.8m from Transportation Impact Fee (241) including prior year funding of $1.3m.

Eng CP0656 $ C4 2,026,450 2,800,000
6 Highland Community Connectivity: This project improves multimodal connectivity and safety within the Highland area by enhancing pedestrian, bicycle, and vehicular access between schools, parks, and key neighborhood destinations.

Improvements may include intersection enhancements, infrastructure upgrades, bike lanes and traffic calming measures at strategic locations to support safe routes and neighborhood circulation. This project is partially funded through an Active Transportation Program (ATP) grant and State ATP funds, with additional local matches of $5.47m.

Multi funded project total $6.4m. $900k from Measure R Local (131) and $5.4m from State-ATP (281) prior year funding. Eng CP0801 - - B31 250,000 653,000
7 Rd 148 from Tulare Ave to Caldwell Ave: Design and construction of approx. 8,800 ft (1.6 mi.) of Rd148, including segments of Tulare Ave & Walnut Ave. This will be a 4-lane, north-south arterial along the Rd148 alignment, in coordination with Caltrans, SCE, the Railroad, and adjacent facilities. Project includes design, right of way, relocation of SCE poles; a signalized railroad crossing; Class 1 multi-use path; new culvert crossing at Cameron Creek. Walnut to Caldwell segment is in Tier 3 of the Gen Plan. Construction will occur in phases; FY 28/29 Ph 1 Tulare to Walnut, FY 30/31 Ph 2 Walnut to RR, and FY 31/32 Ph 3 RR to Caldwell. Project total of $36m. $1.1m from Measure R Trailways (132), $1.5m from MR Local (131) including prior year funding of $681k, $25.8m from TIF (241) including prior year funding of $686k, $2.4m from Storm Sewer Construction (221), and $4.8m from Wastewater Trunkline (231). Eng CP0526 $$$ D2 57,700 272,200 138,900 197,500 205,700 8 Accessibility Upgrades & Barrier Removal: This project will provide funding to address identified accessibility issues in the public right-of-way to help ensure the City complies with Federal and State requirements. CIP complies with the City's existing ADA Transition Plan and is a critical component to implementing upcoming revisions to the transition plan. Costs shown are sufficient to improve 4 curb ramps at one intersection every other year. However, funds from this CIP can be used to address smaller concerns, or can be combined with a larger multi-funded, street improvement project located in identified areas of concern. Eng CP0292 - - N/A 48,200 267,000 267,000 9 NW Quadrant At-Grade Railroad Crossing: Study to determine location for new at-grade crossing (possibly Linwood St, Chinowth St, or Preston/Roeben St) & abandonment of existing crossing to accommodate development in NW quadrant. Includes installation of new pavement, curb, gutter, sidewalk, traffic signal, railroad warning devices, signage and striping, and upgrade of railroad tracks at recommended location. Also includes public outreach, abandonment of existing RR crossing and moderate updates to two adjacent intersections north & south of new crossing. FY24/25 Preliminary Engineering & Environmental, PS&E, Right of Way and Permitting. FY27/28 Construction. Multi funded project total of $7.1m. $2.5m from Measure R Local (131) including $340k prior year funding and $3.7m from Transportation Impact Fees (241) including $623k prior year funding. Eng CP0524 $ A17 217,400 2,244,300 10 Plaza Dr & Facility Connectivity: Install City owned fiber optic connectivity to the existing airport facilities, Animal Control Center, and WWTP utilizing existing communication conduit and installing new conduit. The fiber optic cable will connect to the Walnut Ave SIC & Connectivity project and extend the City's ITS to the north side of Hwy-198 at Crowley Ave and Plaza Dr to allow for other connections to the traffic signal along Plaza Dr. Construction contingent upon grant funding from state/federal grant funds. Multi funded project total of $1.7m from $340k Airport (411), $25k IS (511), $75K from Measure R (131) with prior year funding $100k, prior year funding of $430K WWTP (431) and $1.16m prior year funding from State Transportation (281-CMAQ). Eng CP0664 - - A4 75,000 Measure R Local - 131 (2410) - Continued
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Attachment A: Summary of Proposed Capital Projects by Fund # Project Description (100 word limit) Dept Project #
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11 Laura Avenue at Garden Street Improvements: This project will Install curb, gutter, and asphalt along improvements along Laura Avenue near the intersection of Laura Avenue and Garden Street to address roadway deficiencies and improve circulation. A portion of Garden Street is currently encroaching into the public right-of-way and will be removed by others as part of coordinated improvements. The project will widen Laura Avenue to accommodate twoway traffic and include new curb and gutter to enhance roadway function, drainage, and safety. These improvements support localized standards within the corridor. Eng New - - D7 100,000 255,000 12 Traffic Signal Modifications at Lovers Lane and Walnut Ave: This project includes traffic signal modifications and associated improvements at Lovers Lane and Walnut Avenue to accommodate future roadway widening and increased traffic demands generated by new developments in the area. Improvements will include installation of additional signal heads, pole modifications, and adjustments to signal timing and configuration. The city is responsible for implementing signal improvements to maintain operational efficiency and safety at the intersection between Lovers Lane and McAuliff St. Multi-funded project total of $3.8m. $1.1m from Transportation Impact (241) prior year funding, $1.6m from Measure R Local (131) including $725k prior year funding and $275k from State Transportation (281).

Eng CP0521 $ D8 1,644,600
13 Battery Backup System Traffic Signals: This project provides the installation of Battery Backup System (BBS) at selected traffic signals at various locations throughout the city. Intersections are selected from a priority list based on traffic volumes. The BBS will allow each traffic signal to operate during power outages to provide safety to motorists.

With a BBS, the traffic signal will be able to detect when there is a disruption to the power supply and immediately switch over to the emergency BBS. Implementation will be coordinated with the City's Emergency Vehicle Preemption program to improve system reliability and emergency response efficiency. Eng CP0226 $ N/A 170,000 170,000 170,000 14 Design & Construction - Major Street Rehab - Conyer St & Giddings St: Design and construction for the rehabilitation of Conyer Street from Walnut Avenue to Main Street and Giddings Street from Whitendale Avenue to Murray Avenue.

Project will include rehabilitating the existing pavement, upgrading the traffic signals with video detection cameras, repairing damaged curb and gutter, constructing sidewalks, upgrading existing curb ramps to meet American with Disabilities Act (ADA) standards, and restriping to add buffered Class 2 bike lanes throughout. Construction is contingent upon receiving a state/federal grant. Multi funded project total of $5.4m. $2.5m from Measure R Local (131) including prior year funding of $369k and $2.5m from pending grant funding from (281). Eng CP0552 - - D5 2,526,250 15 Akers St & Ferguson Ave Improvements: Widen Ferguson Ave approx. 700 ft from Akers St to match existing curb on north bound of Akers St; widen Akers St approx. 350 ft from Ferguson Ave to match existing curb from 1-lane to 2- lanes including bike lane. Improvements include relocation of existing utility poles on NE side of Ferguson Ave, relocation of NE traffic signal, reconstruction of four ADA ramps, roadway improvements to Ferguson Ave from Akers St to Kent St, and a bike lane on Akers St from Ferguson Ave to Riggin Ave. Multi funded project total of $4.1m. $2m from Measure R Local (131) and $2m from Transportation Impact (241). Eng New $ A6 784,850 1,285,950 16 Annual Traffic Control Signal Installation: This project will allow for construction of one traffic signal per year as identified by the data collected with the Annual Traffic Data Collection contract. The data will be analyzed to determine which intersections meet the traffic signal criteria as defined by the California Manual on Uniform Traffic Control Devices. Future funds will address one intersection per year. Based on MUTCD warrant analysis and City of Visalia systems. Multi-funded annual project from $275k LTF (281) and $675k Measure R Local (131). Eng New $ N/A 675,000 675,000 675,000 675,000 Measure R Local - 131 (2410) - Continued
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Attachment A: Summary of Proposed Capital Projects by Fund # Project Description (100 word limit) Dept Project #
(or "new")
Budget
Impact
Map
Ref 2026-27 2027-28 2028-29 2029-30 2030-31 2031-32
17 Santa Fe Street & Oakhurst Street Improvements / K Avenue: This project includes installation of new sidewalks, curb and cutter, and associated frontage improvements along K Avenue between Santa Fe Street and Oakhurst Street to enhance pedestrian accessibility and drainage continuity. Improvements will address gaps in pedestrian infrastructure, ADA accessibility, and support safer neighborhood connectivity. The project also provides needed continuity for drainage and supports ongoing efforts to upgrade substandard roadway segments withing developed areas of the city. Project total of $1.4m. Eng New - - D9 360,600 1,110,000 18 Rd148 from Houston Ave to Murray Ave: Design & construction of approx. 3,200 lf (0.61 mi.) of Road 148, from Houston Ave. to Murray Ave. This will be a 4-lane, north-south arterial along the Rd148 alignment will include construction of the corresponding 10' wide Class 1 trail along the west side, along the SCE towers. Project will include design, environmental (CEQA & NEPA), right of way, Caltrans coordination, and state/federal permitting due to new culvert crossing Mill Creek. Development in east Visalia, around SR 198, requires another north/south arterial. Project total of $16.3m from $671K Measure R Trailways (132), $3.7m from Parks & Rec (211) including prior year funding of $415k, $8.8m from Transportation Impact (241) including prior year funding of $1.3m, $525k from Storm Sewer Construction (221), $506k from Wastewater Trunkline (231), $1.1m from Measure R Local (131), and $1m from Northeast Capital (291). Eng CP0525 $$ B9 155,500 23,600 953,200 $ 3,800,585 $ 2,529,200 $ 10,627,600 $ 3,373,050 $ 1,650,100 $ 2,310,700 Notes: Multi-funded means this is only this fund's portion of the total amount budgeted. These projects are funded from multiple sources and the full budget is shown in the "Multi-Fund 301".

The Budget Impact column shows the estimated annual impact of the project on the operating budget for maintenance once completed or purchased. - - No Annual Maintenance Costs (or no increase over existing cost) $$$ $ Annual Maintenance cost is $5,000 or less $$$$ $$ Annual Maintenance costs is $5,000 to $25,000
Capital Improvement Total:

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Attachment A: Summary of Proposed Capital Projects by Fund 2026-27 2027-28 2028-29 2029-30 2030-31 2031-32
Beginning Cash Balance 11,712,300 11,950,450 8,518,450 (1,782,300) (23,042,300) (24,978,400) Transportation Impact Fees 7,162,500 7,312,500 7,678,100 8,062,000 8,303,900 8,553,000 Interest Earnings 1,000,000 800,000 633,600 100,000 50,000 50,000 Operating Expenditures and Allocations (78,100) (80,100) (82,500) (85,000) (87,600) (90,200) Capital Improvements (7,846,250) (11,464,400) (18,529,950) (29,337,000) (10,202,400) (9,282,900) Total Resources Available for Future Projects 11,950,450 8,518,450 (1,782,300) (23,042,300) (24,978,400) (25,748,500) Additional Information: A nexus study is currently being conducted and will be brought to Council in June 2026 to potentially increase fees. To balance the fund in the two years proposed, projects were deferred to outer years. # Project Description (100 word limit) Dept Project #
(or "new")
Budget
Impact
Map
Ref 2026-27 2027-28 2028-29 2029-30 2030-31 2031-32
1 Annual Developer Reimbursement: Provides reimbursement to developers for additional costs incurred when constructing required arterial & collector streets with their development. Additional cost is the difference between “development requirement" & requirement to accommodate for future development in area. Project cost based upon current agreements, estimates of future projects and estimated completion dates. To implement the Circulation Element. Funded 100% from Transportation Impact Fee.

Eng CP9130 - - N/A 2,000,000 2,000,000 1,100,000 1,100,000 1,100,000 1,100,000 2 Annual Transportation Impact Fee (TIF) Administration: This CIP funds staff time used to update the circulation element and to implement the transportation impact fee program. The supplies used by staff are budgeted under a separate City CIP. This CIP also funds public assets constructed in the public right of way. The continued and ongoing maintenance of the improvements completed under this CIP is maintained by a separate City CIP. Eng CP9633 - - N/A 10,000 10,000 10,000 10,000 10,000 10,000 3 Santa Fe Street-Houston to Riggin (DESIGN): This project will develop plans, specs and estimate for construction of a 4-lane, northsouth, arterial along the old Santa Fe Railroad alignment where City owns ROW and tracks have been removed. Project also includes environmental review (CEQA and NEPA), public outreach and construction easement acquisition. Public outreach and coordination will be required due to the established neighborhoods on both sides of the corridor. Construction easements will be necessary for block wall construction during the future street construction project. The block wall will stretch along the entire length of Houston to Riggin (approx. 5,000 feet). Eng CP0714 - - B21 646,300 4 Kelsey St Modoc Culvert: Construct a Culvert crossing at Kelsey Street over the Modoc Ditch between Riggin Avenue and Riverway Avenue. This project includes culvert construction and associated infrastructure improvements, with curb, gutter and paving to be completed in coordination with adjacent industrial development. This culvert crossing is a critical is identified in the General Plan Circulation Element and is a critical component to improving access, circulation, and connectivity within the industrial park and surrounding growth areas. Total project cost of $880k. Eng New - - A18 227,900 652,900 5 Rd 148 from Tulare Ave to Caldwell Ave: Design and construction of approx. 8,800 lf (1.6 mi.) of Rd148, including segments of Tulare Ave & Walnut Ave. This will be a 4-lane, north-south arterial along the Rd148 alignment, in coordination with Caltrans, SCE, the Railroad, and adjacent facilities. Project includes design, right of way, relocation of SCE poles; a signalized railroad crossing; Class 1 multi-use path; new culvert crossing at Cameron Creek. Walnut to Caldwell segment is in Tier 3 of the Gen Plan. Construction will occur in phases; FY 28/29 Ph 1 Tulare to Walnut, FY 30/31 Ph 2 Walnut to RR, and FY 31/32 Ph 3 RR to Caldwell. Project total of $36m. $1.1m from Measure R Trailways (132), $1.5m from MR Local (131) including prior year funding of $681k, $25.8m from TIF (241) including prior year funding of $686k, $2.4m from Storm Sewer Construction (221), and $4.8m from Wastewater Trunkline (231).

Eng CP0526 $$$ D2 1,111,500 1,591,700 7,510,100 3,832,100 5,449,000 5,675,500 6 Rd148 from Houston Ave to Murray Ave: Design & construction of approx. 3,200 lf (0.61 mi.) of Road 148, from Houston Ave. to Murray Ave. This will be a 4-lane, north-south arterial along the Rd148 alignment will include construction of the corresponding 10' wide Class 1 trail along the west side, along the SCE towers. Project will include design, environmental (CEQA & NEPA), right of way, Caltrans coordination, and state/federal permitting due to new culvert crossing Mill Creek. Development in east Visalia, around SR 198, requires another north/south arterial. Project total of $16.3m from $671K Measure R Trailways (132), $3.7m from Parks & Rec (211) including prior year funding of $415k, $8.8m from Transportation Impact (241) including prior year funding of $1.3m, $525k from Storm Sewer Construction (221), $506k from Wastewater Trunkline (231), $1.1m from Measure R Local (131), and $1m from Northeast Capital (291). Eng CP0525 $$ B9 27,000 204,700 7,316,000 Transportation Impact Fee - 241 (2520)
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Fund Description: This fund is derived from fees collected at the time of building permit issuance. Funds can be used only for new street improvements and expansion of transportation infrastructure related to growth.

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Attachment A: Summary of Proposed Capital Projects by Fund # Project Description (100 word limit) Dept Project #
(or "new")
Budget
Impact
Map
Ref 2026-27 2027-28 2028-29 2029-30 2030-31 2031-32
7 Rd 148 - St Johns Parkway to Houston Ave: Design and construction of approximately 0.3 miles of a four-lane north-south arterial roadway to support continued development in east Visalia. The project includes environmental documents (CEQA & NEPA), right-ofway, Caltrans coordination, and construction of Class 1 multi-use trail along the corridor. This segment is a critical component in establishing an additional north-south arterial connection near SR-198 to accommodate future traffic demand and growth. Project total of $5m. $256K from Measure R Trailways (132), $4.7m from Transportation Impact (241), and $130k from Storm Sewer Construction (221). Eng New $$ B17 641,400 96,000 3,960,500 8 Linwood Street Extension (North of Riggin): Design and construction for the extension of Linwood Street north of Riggin Ave. The roadway will be located within & along the westerly portion of the current Modoc Basin footprint w/a signalized connection at Riggin Ave & extend north across Modoc Ditch. Construction of Linwood St. alignment north of Riggin Ave up to Modoc Ditch to accommodate access to the Tier II Urban Development Boundary north of the Modoc Basin. This project will build the extension of Linwood St with a signalization connection at Riggin Ave & extend north up to Modoc Ditch. This project will coordinate with and follow the Linwood St Embankment Project. Contingent upon development in the North. Multi funded project total of $5.7m including FY 25/26 PS&E $300k funding from Transportation Impact Fee (241). FY 26/27 PS&E total from $464k Transportation Impact Fee (241), $182k Storm Sewer Construction (221), $51k Wastewater Trunkline (231); FY 27/28 Construction $4.7m total from $3.2m Transportation Impact Fee (241), $1.2m Storm Sewer Construction (221), and $344k Wastewater Trunkline (231). Eng CP0715 $ A6 463,900 3,162,200 9 Shirk Street Widening - Walnut to Noble: Widening of Shirk Street from two lanes to four lanes with a center median, including installation of master storm trunk line, ditch culvert extension, curb and gutter, pavement, bike lanes, street lighting, utility pole relocations, median landscaping improvements. The project is necessary to alleviate traffic congestion, support future development, and improve overall corridor capacity and safety within the City's transportation network. Multi funded total of $21m. $4.8m from MR Local (131) including prior year funding of $131K, $1m from Measure R Trailways (132), $5m from Measure R Regional (133) including prior year funding of $727k, $2.5m from Storm Sewer Construction (221) including prior year funding of $241k, $43k from prior year funding from Wastewater Trunkline (231), and $4.8m from Transportation Impact Fee (241) including prior year funding of $1.3m. Eng CP0656 $ C4 2,026,450 2,800,000
10 Shirk/SR 198 Improvements - Design and construction of corridor and interchange improvements along Shirk Road in the vicinity of SR-198, including traffic signal installation at Shirk Street and SR-198 ramp intersections and roadway improvements along the east side of Shirk Street from the westbound on/off ramps to Walnut Avenue. Improvements will address capacity constraints, enhance safety, and improve circulation in a high-growth area. Work includes roadway improvements along the east side of Shirk Street from the westbound on/off ramp to Hillsdale Multi funded project total of $6.6m. $450k from Measure R Local (131) including prior year funding of $336k, $450k from Transportation Impact (241) including prior year funding of $336k, and $5m from Measure R Regional (133). Eng CP0630 $ A13 66,200 383,300
11 Shirk Street Widening Over Mill Creek: This project constructs a 330-foot culvert extension at the Mill Creek crossing between Hillsdale Avenue and School Avenue and includes extension of the existing storm drain line and associated infrastructure. The improvements are required to support the planned widening of Shirk Street and to ensure adequate stormwater conveyance capacity in the corridor while accommodating future traffic and development demands. Multi funded project total of $5.5m. $339k from Measure N (141) prior year funding, $4.9m from Transportation Impact (241) including prior year funding of $4.2m, and $325k from Storm Sewer (221) including prior year funding of $140k. Eng CP0305 $ A11 723,900 12 East Side Regional Park (ESRP) On-Site Streets & Site Layout: Preliminary engineering and design of internal circulation streets and supporting infrastructure; including McKinley Ave. (4,400 LF) and Villoy Ave. (3,000 LLF) within the East Side Regional Park area, including utilities (water, sewer, gas, and electric), roadway alignments, drainage improvements, lighting, and parking analysis. The project also updates the site master plan to guide long-term facility placement and phased park development while supporting coordinated infrastructure planning. Excludes design of play fields, buildings, and other public recreation facilities. Construction budgeted in FY 29/30, construction schedule to be further refined. Multi funded project total of $24m. $1.5m from Measure R Trailways, $16.8m from Parks & Rec (211) including prior year funding of $1.9m, $5.5m from Transportation Impact (241) including prior year funding of $621k, and $307k from Wastewater Trunkline (231).

Eng CP0668 $$$ B10 528,300 4,314,300
13 Riggin Widening - Roeben-Akers: This project includes curb & gutter, pavement, medians, streetlights, and other infrastructure such as fire hydrants and drainage inlets. Also, includes relocation of SCE facility. Construction of this segment will help to complete the 4- lane arterial from Hwy 63 to Hwy 99 on Riggin Avenue, providing a major East-West corridor along the North side of Visalia.

Construction contingent upon federal grant funding from state/federal grant funds which need an additional $3m. Multi funded project total of $7.6m. $390k Prior Year funding from Measure R Regional (133), $5.7m from Transportation Impact (241) including prior year funding of $3m, and $1.6m from the State Transportation (281) fund. Possibly receiving $3m from potential grant.

Eng CP0628 $ A15 2,639,700
Transportation Impact Fee - 241 (2520) - Continued
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Budget
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Map
Ref 2026-27 2027-28 2028-29 2029-30 2030-31 2031-32
14 Modoc Basin/Linwood Embankment:

Modoc Basin Trail: Construct approximately 3900 ft of 10' - 12' wide trail around Modoc basin landscaped with native trees and shrubs following City of Visalia Urban forestry standards, for use by the surrounding community. Includes solar lighting, benches, trash receptacles, and trail signage. A chain link fence will also be constructed around the Modoc basin according to the city standards D42. The addition of this trail to the Modoc Basin will serve as a future connection to the larger bicycle infrastructure throughout the city. Project total of $2.8m includes prior year funding of $2.2m. Maintenance cost estimated to be $44k per year.

Linwood Street Embankment: Design and construction for the embankment of the future extension of Linwood Street north of Riggin Avenue. The embankment will be approximately located within and along the westerly portion of the current Modoc Basin footprint.

Establishment and rough grading of the Linwood Street alignment north of Riggin Avenue is needed to accommodate access to the Tier II Urban Development Boundary north of the Modoc Basin. This project will build up the embankments and rough grades in preparation for the future extension of Linwood Street with preliminary engineering.

Modoc Basin Improvements: Define the ultimate basin footprint and configuration with preliminary and engineering design for the Modoc basin in 24/25, and construction beginning 27/28. Includes a Geotechnical report and study to determine how the conceptual two compartment basin can serve as both recharge and flood control. Grading and Construction of the Modoc Basin ultimate footprint will accommodate flood control purposes for Tier II Urban Development around and north of the Modoc Basin. Multi funded project total of $1.4m from $717k Ground Water Recharge (224) and $717k Storm Sewer Construction (221). Eng CP0797 $ A7 97,300 15 Ben Maddox Widening: Widen Ben Maddox from Center Ave to Goshen Ave. Project includes widening Ben Maddox to full 110 ft, 4 lane divided arterial. Improvements include paving, curb, gutter, sidewalk, ADA ramps, streetlights, landscaping and irrigation conduit.

Project will require coordination with utilities to relocate poles, property owners to relocate and install drive approaches, and acquire ROW. ROW acquisition is required from multiple property owners along Ben Maddox. Total project cost of $4.6m. Eng New - - B29 2,088,900 2,497,400 16 NW Quadrant At-Grade Railroad Crossing: Study to determine location for new at-grade crossing (possibly Linwood St, Chinowth St, or Preston/Roeben St) & abandonment of existing crossing to accommodate development in NW quadrant. Includes installation of new pavement, curb, gutter, sidewalk, traffic signal, railroad warning devices, signage and striping, and upgrade of railroad tracks at recommended location. Also includes public outreach, abandonment of existing RR crossing and moderate updates to two adjacent intersections north & south of new crossing. FY24/25 Preliminary Engineering & Environmental, PS&E, Right of Way and Permitting.

FY27/28 Construction. Multi funded project total of $7.1m. $2.5m from Measure R Local (131) including $340k prior year funding and $3.7m from Transportation Impact Fees (241) including $623k prior year funding. Eng CP0524 $ A17 3,684,300 17 Goshen Widening (North): Widen north half of Goshen Avenue from Ben Maddox to Burke Street. Project includes widening Goshen to full 84 ft, 2 lane collector. Improvements include paving, curb, gutter, sidewalk, ADA ramps, streetlights, landscaping and irrigation conduit. Project will require coordination with utilities to relocate poles, property owners to relocate and install drive approaches, and acquire ROW. Total project cost of $1.6m. Eng New - - B27 551,800 1,083,400 18 Akers St & Ferguson Ave Improvements: Widen Ferguson Ave approx. 700 ft from Akers St to match existing curb on north bound of Akers St; widen Akers St approx. 350 ft from Ferguson Ave to match existing curb from 1-lane to 2-lanes including bike lane.

Improvements include relocation of existing utility poles on NE side of Ferguson Ave, relocation of NE traffic signal, reconstruction of four ADA ramps, roadway improvements to Ferguson Ave from Akers St to Kent St, and a bike lane on Akers St from Ferguson Ave to Riggin Ave. Multi funded project total of $4.1m. $2m from Measure R Local (131) and $2m from Transportation Impact (241).

Eng New $ A6 784,850 1,285,950
19 Santa Fe Street - Houston to Riggin (Construction): Construct a 4-lane, north-south, arterial along old Santa Fe Railroad. Includes, grading, new structural section, curb and gutter, a storm drain system, median, street lighting, striping, landscaping and irrigation, and block wall installation. Construction also includes single box culvert (100' long) over Modoc Ditch, upgrading signal at the Riggin intersection, signalized pedestrian crosswalk at the Modoc Ditch Trail crossing, and interconnect conduit for entire length of the project. Project contingent upon grant funding from state/federal grant. Multi funded project total of $15m. $7.5m from Transportation Impact Fee (241) and $7.5m from pending grant funding from (281). Eng New $$ B21 7,518,150 20 Visalia Parkway Sanitary Sewer Trunkline - Santa Fe to Lovers Lane: Design and construction of a new 30" sanitary sewer trunkline along the Visalia Parkway (Ave. 276) alignment between Santa Fe St and Lovers Lane. Project includes purchase of Right of Way (ROW), new trunkline at a depth of approximately 17-feet, new 60" manholes, clearing & grubbing, demolition, sheet & shoring, and some bores under existing creeks and ditches. Design FY 29/30; RW FY 30/31; Construction FY 31/32. Trunkline will serve parcels in Tier 3. Total project cost of $14.6m from $12m Wastewater Trunkline (231), and $2.6m Transportation Impact (241).

Eng New - - D1 2,560,000
$7,846,250 $11,464,400 $18,529,950 $29,337,000 $10,202,400 $9,282,900 Notes: Multi-funded means this is only this fund's portion of the total amount budgeted. These projects are funded from multiple sources and the full budget is shown in the "Multi-Fund 301".

The Budget Impact column shows the estimated annual impact of the project on the operating budget for maintenance once completed or purchased. - - No Annual Maintenance Costs (or no increase over existing cost) $$$ $ Annual Maintenance cost is $5,000 or less $$$$ $$ Annual Maintenance costs is $5,000 to $25,000
Capital Improvement Total:

Transportation Impact Fee - 241 (2520) - Continued
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Attachment A: Summary of Proposed Capital Projects by Fund 2026-27 2027-28 2028-29 2029-30 2030-31 2031-32
Streets Beginning Cash Balance 8,048,000 8,382,000 8,920,545 8,998,658 9,471,361 9,613,678 Streets Maintenance Assessments 909,000 913,545 918,113 922,703 927,317 931,953 Landscape Maintenance Assessments for Capital 370,000 370,000 370,000 370,000 245,000 245,000 Capital Improvements (945,000) (745,000) (1,210,000) (820,000) (1,030,000) (1,080,000) Total Resources Available for Future Projects 8,382,000 8,920,545 8,998,658 9,471,361 9,613,678 9,710,631 # Project Description (100 word limit) Dept Project #
(or "new")
Budget
Impact
Map
Ref 2026-27 2027-28 2028-29 2029-30 2030-31 2031-32
1 Annual Reclamite Landscape & Lighting Districts: Placement of a petroleum-based emulsion to rejuvenate drying and worn pavement surfaces. As part of the implementation of the Pavement Management System, the Pavement Management Plan and field review has identified candidate streets for the Reclamite treatment. Treatment is a cost-effective method to extend the good condition of a street for a longer duration prior to a more extensive and expensive pavement treatment technique. Pavement preservation and rehabilitation are essential in maintaining the City's largest assets: public roadways. Without these funds, the roadways will deteriorate causing poor riding conditions.

Streets &
Traffic CP8358 - - N/A 200,000 0 410,000 20,000 300,000 350,000 2 Annual Crack Seal in Landscape and Lighting Districts: Placement of rubber type-based product in cracked pavement to reduce water penetration, helping to maintain the structural strength of the asphalt and limit degradation, reduce potholes and prevent cracks from getting larger. Pavement preservation and rehabilitation is essential in maintaining the largest City assets, public roadways. Without these funds, the roadways will deteriorate causing poor riding conditions.

Streets &
Traffic CP0089 - - N/A 75,000 75,000 80,000 80,000 85,000 85,000 3 Annual Street Maintenance - L&L Districts: Pavement overlay patching is an effective and fast method of preventative maintenance on smaller portions of pavement that have deteriorated. Pavement preservation and rehabilitation is essential in maintaining the largest City assets, public roadways. Without these funds, the roadways will deteriorate causing poor riding conditions and ultimately leave the City liable.

Streets &
Traffic New - - N/A 300,000 300,000 350,000 350,000 400,000 400,000 4 Irrigation Controller Replacement Program - This project is to replace outdated and no longer support currently used controllers throughout City L&L's with new Hunter and Toro controllers that can be monitored online. Urban Forestry CP0718 - - N/A 125,000 125,000 125,000 125,000 5 Annual Landscape and Lighting District Enhancement Project: This project would complete landscape enhancement projects within landscape districts with adequate funding and in need of irrigation restoration and/or plant material replacement.

Urban
Forestry CP0716 - - N/A 100,000 100,000 100,000 100,000 100,000 100,000 6 Pocket Park Amenity Repair and Replacement Project - This project will complete repairs and replacement of Pocket Park amenities such as benches, tables, and playground equipment that have been damaged or become too old to repair.

Urban
Forestry New - - N/A 100,000 100,000 100,000 100,000 100,000 100,000 7 Landscape and Lighting District Sidewalk Repair Project: This project will identify and repair sidewalk locations that need repair, what type of repair, and will plot locations on GIS mapping. Funding requested is projected to complete necessary repairs but will be reassessed in next 2-year budget process.

Urban
Forestry CP0717 - - N/A 45,000 45,000 45,000 45,000 45,000 45,000 $ 945,000 $ 745,000 $ 1,210,000 $ 820,000 $ 1,030,000 $ 1,080,000 Notes: Multi-funded means this is only this fund's portion of the total amount budgeted. These projects are funded from multiple sources and the full budget is shown in the "Multi-Fund 301".

The Budget Impact column shows the estimated annual impact of the project on the operating budget for maintenance once completed or purchased. - - No Annual Maintenance Costs (or no increase over existing cost) $$$ $ Annual Maintenance cost is $5,000 or less $$$$ $$ Annual Maintenance costs is $5,000 to $25,000
Capital Improvement Total:

Landscape and Lighting - 273 (2730)
2026/27 - 2031/32 Capital Improvement Program
Fund Description: Funding from property tax assessments on property owned within each Landscape and Lighting (L&L) District for maintenance of common areas, street maintenance and landscaping. Funds to be used only within each individual L&L District for costs included in the engineer's report prepared at the time of the creation of each L&L. Increases in the assessment amount paid by each property owner or changes to the approved expenditures must be voted upon by the owner's of the property located within each L&L.

Cash Balance Summary
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Attachment A: Summary of Proposed Capital Projects by Fund 2026-27 2027-28 2028-29 2029-30 2030-31 2031-32
Beginning Cash Balance 34,500 34,500 34,500 34,500 34,500 34,500 LTD (Local Transportation Development Funds) 275,000 275,000 275,000 275,000 275,000 275,000 Other Grant Funding:

STBGP - (Surface Transportation Block Grant Program) 1,308,300 Other Grant Funding (Various) 250,000
Capital Improvements (275,000) (1,833,300) (275,000) (275,000) (275,000) (275,000) Total Resources Available for Future Projects 34,500 34,500 34,500 34,500 34,500 34,500 # Project Description (100 word limit) Dept Project #
(or "new")
Budget
Impact
Map
Ref 2026-27 2027-28 2028-29 2029-30 2030-31 2031-32
1 Riggin Widening - Roeben-Akers: Project includes curb & gutter, pavement, medians, streetlights, and other infrastructure such as fire hydrants and drainage inlets. Also, includes relocation of SCE facility. Construction of this segment will help to complete the 4-lane arterial from Hwy 63 to Hwy 99 on Riggin Ave, providing a major East-West corridor along the North side of Visalia. Construction contingent upon federal grant funding from state/federal grant funds which need an additional $3m.

Multi funded project total of $7.6m. $390k Prior Year funding from Measure R Regional (133), $5.7m from Transportation Impact (241) including prior year funding of $3m, and $1.6m from the State Transportation (281) fund. Possibly receiving $3m from potential grant.

Eng CP0628 $ A15 1,558,300
2 Traffic Signal Modifications at Lovers Lane and Walnut Ave: This project includes traffic signal modifications and associated improvements at Lovers Lane and Walnut Avenue to accommodate future roadway widening and increased traffic demands generated by new development in the area. Improvements will include installation of additional signal heads, pole modifications, and adjustments to signal timing and configuration. The city is responsible for implementing the signal improvements to maintain operational efficiency and safety at the intersection. between Lovers Lane and McAuliff St. Multifunded project total of $3.8m. $1.1m from Transportation Impact (241) prior year funding, $1.6m from Measure R Local (131) including $725k prior year funding and $275k from State Transportation (281). Eng CP0521 $ D8 275,000 3 Annual Traffic Control Signal Installation: This project will allow for construction of one traffic signal per year as identified by the data collected with the Annual Traffic Data Collection contract. The data will be analyzed to determine which intersections meet the traffic signal criteria as defined by the California Manual on Uniform Traffic Control Devices. Future funds will address one intersection per year. Based on MUTCD warrant analysis and City of Visalia systems. Multi-funded annual project from $275k LTF (281) and $675k Measure R Local (131). Eng New $ N/A 275,000 275,000 275,000 275,000 4 Mill Creek Parkway - Lovers Lane to McAuliff: Includes data collection, traffic analysis, and design to evaluate operational safety improvements along Mill Creek Parkway and associated intersections, including McAuliff Street and Lovers Lane/Mill Creek Parkway. The study will assess potential lane reconfigurations, intersection control treatments, and corridor improvements to address traffic growth and future development. Planned improvements may include striping modifications, signal coordination, and replacement of outdated infrastructure. The project supports long-term corridor capacity safety and mobility while aligning with planned roadway widening and regional transportation planning efforts. Design Phase (2024/25) and construction Phase (2025/26) intersection control treatment which may include traffic signal; Cape seal along Mill Creek Parkway; Striping Mill Creek Parkway to convert from 2 lanes to 4-lanes and planned replacement of existing wooden median lights. Multi funded project total of $3.6m. $637k from Measure R Local (131) including $2m prior year funding, and $275k from LTF Funds (281-LTF) prior year funding. Eng CP0658 $ B28 275,000 $275,000 $1,833,300 $275,000 $275,000 $275,000 $275,000 Notes: Multi-funded means this is only this fund's portion of the total amount budgeted. These projects are funded from multiple sources and the full budget is shown in the "Multi-Fund 301".

The Budget Impact column shows the estimated annual impact of the project on the operating budget for maintenance once completed or purchased. - - No Annual Maintenance Costs (or no increase over existing cost) $$$ $ Annual Maintenance cost is $5,000 or less $$$$ $$ Annual Maintenance costs is $5,000 to $25,000
State Transportation - 281 (2810)
2026/27 - 2031/32 Capital Improvement Program
Fund Description: This fund is derived from 1/4 cent of statewide sales tax collected and returned to each County in compliance with the Local Transportation Development Act. First priority of funds is public transit (buses); remaining monies, as well as various discretionary revenues, may be used for road and street purposes, including bike/pedestrian facilities. This fund also receives monies from Tulare County Association of Government (TCAG), State Transportation Improvement Program (STIP), and Congestion Mitigation and Air Quality (CMAQ). These monies are to be used only for approved transportation projects.

Cash Balance Summary
Capital Improvement Total:
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Attachment A: Summary of Proposed Capital Projects by Fund

2026-27 2027-28 2028-29 2029-30 2030-31 2031-32
Beginning Cash Balance 984,400 555,600 572,500 615,900 (145,500) (100,300) Revenues (Fees and Interest) 41,100 43,800 44,700 45,600 46,500 47,400 Services Provided/Allocations (1,200) (1,300) (1,300) (1,300) (1,300) (1,300) Capital Improvements (468,700) (25,600) 0 (805,700) 0 0 Total Resources Available for Future Projects 555,600 572,500 615,900 (145,500) (100,300) (54,200) # Project Description (100 word limit) Dept Project #
(or "new")
Budget
Impact
Map
Ref 2026-27 2027-28 2028-29 2029-30 2030-31 2031-32
1 Rd148 from Houston Ave - Murray Ave: Design & construction of approx. 3,200 ft (0.61 mi.) of Road 148, from Houston Ave. to Murray Ave. This will be a 4-lane, north-south arterial along the Rd148 alignment will include construction of the corresponding 10' wide Class 1 trail along the west side, along the SCE towers. Project will include design, environmental (CEQA & NEPA), right of way, Caltrans coordination, and state/federal permitting due to new culvert crossing Mill Creek. Development in east Visalia, around SR 198, requires another north/south arterial. Project total of $16.3m from $671K Measure R Trailways (132), $3.7m from Parks & Rec (211) including prior year funding of $415k, $8.8m from Transportation Impact (241) including prior year funding of $1.3m, $525k from Storm Sewer Construction (221), $506k from Wastewater Trunkline (231), $1.1m from Measure R Local (131), and $1m from Northeast Capital (291). Eng CP0525 $$ B9 168,700 25,600 805,700 2 City Inclusive Park: Development of an inclusive community park funded primarily through the State of California Prop 68 Grant Program. Original amount from Prop 68 grant funding was $7,829,352 and $51,000 to be absorbed by Parks & Rec, however due to inflationary construction cost increases since the original 2021 application. This project currently reflects a $1.9M shortfall that staff is actively evaluating. The park will provide accessible recreational amenities and community space in the Oak Street corridor between Burke St. and Imagine U Children's Museum, supporting equity, accessibility, and neighborhood revitalization goals. Project total of $9.7m from $7.8m State grant and $1.6m Parks & Rec (211) including $51k prior year funding and $300k from NE Capital Improvement (291). Eng CP0595 - - B19 300,000 $468,700 $25,600 $ - $805,700 $ - $ -
Notes: Multi-funded means this is only this fund's portion of the total amount budgeted. These projects are funded from multiple sources and the full budget is shown in the "Multi-Fund 301".

The Budget Impact column shows the estimated annual impact of the project on the operating budget for maintenance once completed or purchased. - - No Annual Maintenance Costs (or no increase over existing cost) $$$ $ Annual Maintenance cost is $5,000 or less $$$$ $$ Annual Maintenance costs is $5,000 to $25,000
Capital Improvement Total:

NE Capital Improvements - 291 (2570)
2026/27 - 2031/32 Capital Improvement Program
Fund Description: This fund is derived from fees paid by developers builders, and subdividers for project located int he Northeast Specific Plan Area to fund the construction of storm drain facilities, parks, bike paths, medians, block walls, landscaping, and amenities identified in the Northeast Specific Plan.

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37 Visalia City Council
Staff Report
Visalia City Council
707 W. Acequia
Visalia, CA 93291
File #: 25-0718 Agenda Date: 3/16/2026 Agenda #: 2.

Agenda Item Wording:

Measure N 10-year plan and proposed two-year budget - Review the proposed 10-year plan (2027-2037) and approve the 2026/27 & 2027/28 proposed budget.

Agenda Date: 03/16/2026
Prepared by: Renee Nagel, Finance and Technology Director,559-713-4375, [email protected], Amee Swearingen, Budget Analyst, 559-713-4170, [email protected]
Department Recommendation: Review the proposed 2027-2037 10-year plan for Measure N and approve the 2026/27 & 2027/28 proposed budget.

Summary:

Measure N has been able to enhance the City by adding and equipping 57 essential positions, growing youth services, and improving streets, parks, trails, and buildings over the last nine fiscal years. Next fiscal year completes the original plan. The proposed new 10-year plan is a continuation of current services and continues to add additional resources.

Background Discussion:

In November of 2016, the voters of Visalia passed a ½ cent Sales Tax Override, Measure N also known as Visalia Essential City Services Measure. Sales Tax from Measure N provides essential city services such as police, fire, and recreation, as well as maintenance of parks, trails, and roads. The measure uses a detailed, 10-year plan which includes hiring of personnel, construction of capital projects and equipment purchases.

As part of the measure, Council adopted an Accountability Ordinance (Ordinance 16-21) to establish accountability measures as outlined:

Revenue Requirements:
· 10% of budgeted revenues must be maintained in an Uncertainty Fund. This money can only be accessed during a fiscal emergency;
· 10% of budgeted revenues must be deposited into the following two categories:
o 2% into Youth Programs
o 8% into Maintenance and Emerging Needs
Expenditure Requirements:
· Tax money shall not be used for debt service payments; · The annual expenditure plan must be approved by Council after the following process has occurred:

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o City Manager makes a recommendation to City Council and makes changes as requested by Council;
o Staff receives comments and recommendation by Sales Tax Oversight Board; o Staff conducts two public hearings at regular Council Meetings to consider expenditure plan.

Sales Tax Oversight Board:

The Oversight Board will consist of 11 members that are appointed by Council and various organizations that will serve two-year terms. Members may be reappointed to serve up to two additional two-year terms (total of 3 terms).

Annual Procedural Review:

Each year the City shall provide an annual Independent accountants’ aeport on Applying agreedupon procedures to account for the tax revenues received and expenditures made to ensure consistency with the program guidelines and expenditure plans. This report was recently presented to Council in January 2026 with the City’s financial statements for FY 24/25.

Effectiveness Reviews:

The ballot measure ordinance requires an effectiveness review every eight years from the operative date of the ordinance. The operative date is April 1, 2017; thus, the first review must occur on or before April 1 every 8 years. The first effectiveness review was presented to Council on March 17,2025 and was approved to continue for another 8 years (2033).

Current 10-Year Plan:

The plan is currently in the 9th year and has had amendments throughout the years to add additional staff, programs and capital. The final year of the original plan is FY 26/27 and is the first year of the upcoming two-year budget that is currently being prepared. A new plan will need to be approved to allow the second year of the proposed budget (FY 27/28) to be appropriated. Below is the current amended 10-year plan’s elements broken out by category.

Essential Services
Police:
· Hired personnel and purchased the required equipment & vehicles for the following positions:
o 29 Police Officers
o 4 Community Service Officers
o 11 Professional Staff
· Implemented the body worn camera program and continue to fund with Measure N Streets:
· Funds approximately $4 million annually which totaled $39.5 million over the 10 year plan. · Completed the Downtown Street Light Replacement Project totaling $9.2 million.

Fire:
· Funded personnel and purchased the following equipment & vehicles:

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o Funded 1 Administrative Captain and 1 Deputy Chief
o Purchased Ladder Truck
o Purchased Mobile Aire Truck
· Constructed Station 56 located on Lovers Lane
· Design and Construct Station 51
· Implemented Paramedic Squad Program which consisted of hiring personnel & purchasing equipment & vehicles for the following positions:
o 6 Paramedics
o 1 EMS Coordinate
Parks and Recreation:
· Hired Personnel and purchased essential equipment & vehicles for the following positions:
o 1 Landscape Inspector
o 1 Park Maintenance Technician
o 1 Park Maintenance Worker
o 1 Recreation Coordinator
· Funded additional maintenance for a total of $2.2 million over 10 years. Each category received approximately $55 thousand annually:
o Trailway maintenance
o Tree maintenance
o Building maintenance
o Parks maintenance
Maintenance & Emerging Needs 8%
· Funded deferred building maintenance totaling $6.3 million over the last nine years.

Youth 2%
· Set aside $2.4 million for youth programs. Of this $1.2 was spent over the last 9 years:
o Manual Hernandez Clubhouse
o Funded grants for youth programs
o Funding for the PAL League Activities
Uncertainty Fund Balance
· Maintained the Uncertainty Fund at 30% of operating expenditures. As of June 30, 2025, the amount was $3.1 million.
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· A new policy was adopted in June 2024 that changes the calculation to be the same as the General Fund Reserve which is 30% of operating expenditures from 10% of budget revenues.

Proposed New 10-Year Plan:

The new proposed 10-year plan continues with the original intent of the plan to provide essential city services and maintenance of parks, trails and roads. The plan will continue to fund everything that is in the current 10-year plan plus add additional full-time employees, capital and increase maintenance funding. Below are the additional items being proposed to add by category.

Essential Services
Police:
· Hire personnel and purchase the required equipment & vehicles for the following positions:
o 7 Police Officers
o 2 Community Service Officers
o 2 Professional Staff
Streets:
· Annual street maintenance of $4 million increasing by .05% annually.

Fire:
· Design and Construct Station 57
· Purchase Station 57 engine
· Hire 3 of the required 9 full-time employees for Station 57 Parks and Recreation:
· Annual Trailway, Tree, Building and Parks maintenance increasing 2% annually:

Maintenance & Emerging Needs 8%
· Building maintenance of $1.1 to $1.5 million annually · Remainder of the 8% of budget revenues to fund emerging needs Youth 2%
· Fund a total of 2% of budgeted revenues for Police and Recreation youth programs Uncertainty Fund Balance
· Maintain the Uncertainty Fund at 30% of operating expenditures.

The cost associated with the next 10-year plan which includes the current staffing, current programs, capital, and proposed additional expenditures is shown in Table 1: Measure N Next 10 Year Plan Projection.

Table 1: Measure N Next 10 Year Plan Projection
Year 11 Year 15 Year 20
2027-28 2031-32 2036-37 Total Comments
Measure N Total Revenues
Sales Tax 20,173,600 22,595,200 26,194,000 230,241,900
Interest & Misc Earnings 855000 925400 840400 8647400
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Year 11 Year 15 Year 20
2027-28 2031-32 2036-37 Total Comments
Measure N Total Revenues
Sales Tax 20,173,600 22,595,200 26,194,000 230,241,900
Interest & Misc Earnings 855,000 925,400 840,400 8,647,400 Total Revenues 21,028,600 23,520,600 27,034,400 238,889,300 Essential Services
Revenues
Sales Tax 18,156,200 20,335,700 23,574,600 207,217,700
Interest & Misc Earnings 600,000 649,400 535,700 5,855,600 Total Revenues 18,756,200 20,985,100 24,110,300 213,073,300 Expenditures
Police
Continued Expenses From 1st 10 Yrs 9,356,600 10,648,600 12,621,100 108,937,100 44 Employees Personnel - Police Officers 173,600 571,400 1,462,600 7,485,200 7 New Employees Personnel - Professional Staff 115,700 352,100 542,400 3,236,900 4 New Employees New Personnel Equipment 9,000 10,900 79,400
New Body Cam/in-Car 4,600 4,900 36,200
New Vehicles 109,000 179,400 987,800
Fire
Continued Expenses From 1st 10 Yrs 2,119,900 2,321,300 2,790,400 23,895,100 9 Employees Station 57 15,100,000
Engine 57 1,500,000
Station 57 Personnel 774,200 1,522,200 3 New Employees
Streets Capital 4,020,000 4,100,000 4,205,000 41,115,000 Increase .05% annually Parks & Recreation
Continued Expenses From 1st 10 Yrs 628,900 695,700 822,000 7,126,600 4 Employees Trailway Maintenance 61,200 66,200 73,100 669,800 Increased 2% annually Tree Maintenance 61,200 66,200 73,100 669,800 Increased 2% annually Building Maintenance 61,200 66,200 73,100 669,800 Increased 2% annually Parks Maintenance 61,200 66,200 73,100 669,800 Increased 2% annually State Sales Tax Fees 237,200 256,600 283,200 2,595,600
Total Expenditures 17,019,300 19,405,700 23,793,300 216,296,300 2% Youth - Police & Rec
Revenues
Sales Tax 403,500 451,900 523,900 4,604,900
Interest 51,000 55,200 60,900 558,100
Total Revenues 454,500 507,100 584,800 5,163,000
2% Youth - Police & Rec Exp 403,500 451,900 523,900 4,604,900 8% Maintenance & Emerging Needs
Revenues
Sales Tax 1,613,900 1,807,600 2,095,500 18,419,300
Interest 204,000 220,800 243,800 2,233,700
Total Revenues 1,817,900 2,028,400 2,339,300 20,653,000 Expenditures
Building Maintenance 1,500,000 1,200,000 1,200,000 12,000,000 Emerging Needs 561,900 607,600 895,500 6,867,300
Total Expenditures 2,061,900 1,807,600 2,095,500 18,867,300 Visalia City Council Page 5 of 12 Printed on 3/12/2026
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8% Maintenance & Emerging Needs
Revenues
Sales Tax 1,613,900 1,807,600 2,095,500 18,419,300
Interest 204,000 220,800 243,800 2,233,700
Total Revenues 1,817,900 2,028,400 2,339,300 20,653,000 Expenditures
Building Maintenance 1,500,000 1,200,000 1,200,000 12,000,000 Emerging Needs 561,900 607,600 895,500 6,867,300
Total Expenditures 2,061,900 1,807,600 2,095,500 18,867,300 The proposed plan was established in order to be balanced, with the forecasted revenues covering expenditures. Sales Tax revenue was forecasted conservatively by growing 2.5% in the first two years and then growing 3% every year after that. Staff was conservative with ongoing expenditures but still able to add personnel and increase annual maintenance. The new fire station (Station 57) is using cash from fund balance. If revenues are higher and/or expenditures are lower then the plan, the annual budget can be amended to add one-time capital projects or increase the annual street maintenance. Staff encourage street maintenance to be high on the list to receive additional revenues as available due to streets maintenance receiving a lesser percentage increase annually than the other categories. Costs associated with street maintenance is growing due to new development and rising costs. Like the first plan, elements can be moved forward or pushed out based on needs.

The detailed sheet showing each year of the plan and when elements are added is included as Attachment A.
2026-2027 & 2027-2028 Proposed Budget
To ensure that the Measure N budget will be adopted with the rest of the City funds in June; staff is presenting the recommended fiscal year 2026/27 & 2027/28 budgets to start the approval process.

FY 2026/27 is the last year of the current 10-year plan and is budgeted according to the plan. FY 2027/28 reflects the first year of the proposed 10-year plan. If Council makes changes to the proposed plan tonight, staff will adjust the budget to reflect the changes.

The budget includes the amended expenditure plan as shown in Table 2 - 2026/27 Proposed Measure N Plan (Year 10). The recommended budget for the 2026/27 budget is $39.6 million. This budget does not include any expenditures for the Emerging Needs category which will be brough back to Council and the Oversight Committee once a policy and/or plan has been established.

Table 2
2026/27 Proposed Measure N Amended Plan (Year 10)
Police 29 Police Officers 5,321,400 2% Youth Programs
15 Professional Staff 2,317,900 Youth Programs 393,600
2 Police Cars & Equipment 217,000
1 Replace Wrecked Vehicle 91,500 8% Maintenance & Emerging Needs Operating Expenses 1,087,400 Building Maintenance 1,500,000 Body Cameras 515,300 Emerging Needs* -
9,550,500 Total 1,500,000
Roads Street Maintenance 4,000,000 Vehicle Replacement
Replace Wrecked Vehicle 17,500
2 Park Maintenance Emp. 223,300
1 Urban Forest Emp. 118,000 Grand Total39,582,800
1 Recreation Coordinator 134,900
Trailsway Maintenance 60,000
Tree Maintenance 60,000
Building Maintenance 60,000
New Park Maintenance 60,000
Operating Expenses 127,100 843,300
DtChifAdiCt&
Parks
& Rec
*Note: Emerging Needs money will not be
appropriated until staff returns to Council with a
recommended policy/plan.

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Police 29 Police Officers 5,321,400 2% Youth Programs
15 Professional Staff 2,317,900 Youth Programs 393,600
2 Police Cars & Equipment 217,000
1 Replace Wrecked Vehicle 91,500 8% Maintenance & Emerging Needs Operating Expenses 1,087,400 Building Maintenance 1,500,000 Body Cameras 515,300 Emerging Needs* -
9,550,500 Total 1,500,000
Roads Street Maintenance 4,000,000 Vehicle Replacement
Replace Wrecked Vehicle 17,500
2 Park Maintenance Emp. 223,300
1 Urban Forest Emp. 118,000 Grand Total39,582,800
1 Recreation Coordinator 134,900
Trailsway Maintenance 60,000
Tree Maintenance 60,000
Building Maintenance 60,000
New Park Maintenance 60,000
Operating Expenses 127,100 843,300
Fire 9
Deputy Chief, Admin Capt, &
Sqaud Staffing 1,659,300
Operating Expenses 387,000
Additional Appropriation Station
51 21,000,000
23,046,300
Other State Fees, Audits, Accounting 231,600
231,600
Essential Serivces Total 37,671,700
Parks
& Rec
*Note: Emerging Needs money will not be
appropriated until staff returns to Council with a
recommended policy/plan.

In FY 2026/27, the plan adds 1 professional staff and 2 police officers for the Police Department. The budget for these positions includes equipment and vehicles. In addition, staff is requesting three additional amendments to the plan.

The first amendment is to replace a 2021 patrol unit (212664) that was involved in a front- end collision resulting in a total loss in March 2024. The replacement cost is $109,000. Staff is requesting to appropriate $109,000. This vehicle is multi-funded with $91,500 being funded from Measure N Essential Services Fund and $17,500 from the Measure N Vehicle Replacement Fund.

Second amendment is to add an additional appropriation of $21 million for the construction of Fire Station 51. If the costs come in lower than estimated, any remaining funds will go back to fund balance. The construction contract is anticipated to be awarded in fall of 2026.

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Third amendment is adding back the building maintenance project in the Maintenance and Emerging Needs Fund (8%). As outlined in the plan, the building maintenance project was funded in the first five years and was not funded in years 6-10. Staff recommends funding the building maintenance project in FY 2026/27 for $1.5 million. This project was originally established to replace and update facilities that are funded by the General Fund. Unfortunately, the 5 years of funding was not enough to cover the high costs to replace/repair roofs, replace HVACs, and repair facilities.

The recommended budget for FY 2027/28 is $19.2 million as shown in Table 3 - 2027/28 Proposed Measure N Plan (Year 11).

Table 3
2027/28 Proposed Measure N Amended Plan (Year 11)
Police 30 Police Officers 5,721,300 2% Youth Programs
16 Professional Staff 2,515,600 Youth Programs 403,500
1 Police Cars & Equipment 122,600
Operating Expenses 1,114,900 8% Maintenance & Emerging Needs Body Cameras 527,800 Building Maintenance 1,500,000
10,002,200 Emerging Needs* -
Ttl 1
500000
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Police 30 Police Officers 5,721,300 2% Youth Programs
16 Professional Staff 2,515,600 Youth Programs 403,500
1 Police Cars & Equipment 122,600
Operating Expenses 1,114,900 8% Maintenance & Emerging Needs Body Cameras 527,800 Building Maintenance 1,500,000
10,002,200 Emerging Needs* -
Total 1,500,000
Roads Street Maintenance 4,020,000
2 Park Maintenance Emp. 233,200
1 Urban Forest Emp. 123,100 Grand Total 19,156,500
1 Recreation Coordinator 141,300
Trailsway Maintenance 61,200
Tree Maintenance 61,200
Building Maintenance 61,200
New Park Maintenance 61,200
Operating Expenses 131,300
873,700
Fire 9
Deputy Chief, Admin Capt, &
Sqaud Staffing 1,719,500
Operating Expenses 400,400
2,119,900
Other
State Fees, Audits, Accounting 237,200 237,200
Essential Serivces Total 17,253,000
Parks
& Rec
*Note: Emerging Needs money will not be
appropriated until staff returns to Council with a
recommended policy/plan.

In FY 2027/28, the plan adds 1 professional staff and 1 police officer for the Police Department. The budget for these positions includes equipment and vehicles. All other expenditures increased based on estimated costs and growth per the proposed plan.

Measure N Sales Tax
Measure N sales tax is projected to be higher than the plan as shown in Table 4 - Measure N Sales Tax Projections. This large difference is due to several reasons: the plan being conservative, Visalia continuing to have growth in commercial and residential development, higher cost of goods which increases sales tax, and new regulations on how sales tax is collected and paid from e-commerce purchases.

The table also shows a spike in sales tax in FY 20/21 & FY 21/22 due to the multi-year COVID stimulus money that the Federal Government issued. This one-time money lead to a decrease in FY 22/23 and 23/24 which allowed the sales tax to realign. Last fiscal year, Measure N sales tax Visalia City Council Page 9 of 12 Printed on 3/12/2026
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increased by 1.8% and is projected to have growth of 2.5% for FY 25/26, 26/27 and 27/28.

Table 4
Measure N Sales Tax Projection
20/21
Original
Plan
20/21
Actuals
21/22
Original
Plan
21/22
Actuals
22/23
Original
Plan
22/23
Actuals
23/24
Original
Plan
23/24
Actuals
24/25
Original
Plan
24/25
Actuals
25/26
Original
Plan
25/26
Projected
26/27
Original
Plan
26/27
Proposed
Sales Tax 11.5 16.9 11.7 19.7 11.9 19.5 12.2 18.4 12.4 18.7 12.7 19.2 12.7 19.7 Difference 5.4 8.0 7.6 6.2 6.3 6.5 7.0
In order to meet the requirements of tracking revenues and expenditures by categories, Measure N is tracked in 5 separate funds. Essential Services, 2% Youth Programs, 8% Maintenance and Emerging Needs, Economic Uncertainty, and Vehicle Replacement. Table 5 - Measure N Fund Balance Summary, shows each fund’s projected ending cash for both years based on the proposed 2 -year budget.

Table 5
Measure N Fund Balance Summary
2026/27 - Year 10 Beginning Cash
Projected
Revenues Expenditures Transfer Ending Cash
Essential Services 25,494,977 18,463,500 37,671,700 (288,960) 5,997,817 8% Maint & Emerging Needs 6,296,307 1,774,500 2,038,800 6,032,007 2 % Youth Programs 1,723,160 443,600 393,600 1,773,160
Measure N Operating Funds 33,514,444 20,681,600 40,104,100 13,802,984 Economic Uncertainty 3,647,550 288,960 3,936,510
Vehicle Replacement 2,104,002 333,300 17,500 2,419,802
Measure N Total 39,265,996 21,014,900 40,121,600 288,960 20,159,296 2027/28 - Year 11 Beginning Cash
Projected
Revenues Expenditures Transfer Ending Cash
Essential Services 5,997,817 18,756,200 17,253,000 (217,260) 7,283,757 8% Maint & Emerging Needs 6,032,007 1,817,900 2,061,900 5,788,007 2 % Youth Programs 1,773,160 454,500 403,500 1,824,160
Measure N Operating Funds 13,802,984 21,028,600 19,718,400 14,895,924 Economic Uncertainty 3,936,510 217,260 4,153,770
Vehicle Replacement 2,419,802 343,300 2,763,102
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2026/27 - Year 10 Beginning Cash
Projected
Revenues Expenditures Transfer Ending Cash
Essential Services 25,494,977 18,463,500 37,671,700 (288,960) 5,997,817 8% Maint & Emerging Needs 6,296,307 1,774,500 2,038,800 6,032,007 2 % Youth Programs 1,723,160 443,600 393,600 1,773,160
Measure N Operating Funds 33,514,444 20,681,600 40,104,100 13,802,984 Economic Uncertainty 3,647,550 288,960 3,936,510
Vehicle Replacement 2,104,002 333,300 17,500 2,419,802
Measure N Total 39,265,996 21,014,900 40,121,600 288,960 20,159,296 2027/28 - Year 11 Beginning Cash
Projected
Revenues Expenditures Transfer Ending Cash
Essential Services 5,997,817 18,756,200 17,253,000 (217,260) 7,283,757 8% Maint & Emerging Needs 6,032,007 1,817,900 2,061,900 5,788,007 2 % Youth Programs 1,773,160 454,500 403,500 1,824,160
Measure N Operating Funds 13,802,984 21,028,600 19,718,400 14,895,924 Economic Uncertainty 3,936,510 217,260 4,153,770
Vehicle Replacement 2,419,802 343,300 2,763,102
Measure N Total 20,159,296 21,371,900 19,718,400 217,260 21,812,796 Measure N Economic Uncertainty Fund
The Measure N policy for the economic uncertainty fund was amended last fiscal year to be 30% of operating expenditures instead of 10% of budgeted revenues. The balance of the uncertainty fund is $1.2 million as of June 30, 2025.

Budget Process
Staff is recommending for Council to approve the next 10-year plan and the two-year budget. If approved by Council, staff will present both items to the Measure N Oversite Committee for comments and will return to Council to conduct two public hearings. Any changes made to the new 10-year plan will be incorporated in the budget recommendation.

Fiscal Impact including annual maintenance and operating costs: None Prior Council Action: N/A
Alternatives: N/A
Recommended Motion (and Alternative Motions if expected):

I move to approve the proposed 2027-2037 Measure N Plan and the fiscal year 2026-27 & 2027-28 budgets and continue with the Measure N expenditure approval process.

Environmental Assessment Status: N/A
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CEQA Review: N/A
Deadline for Action: 06/30/2026
Attachments: Attachment 1 - Measure N 10-Year Plan (2027-2037) Strategic Goal: Indicates which City Strategic Goal(s) this item supports. Check all that apply. ☒
Economic
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Organizational
Excellence
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2027-28 2028-29 2029-30 2030-31 2031-32 2032-33 2033-34 2034-35 2035-36 2036-37 Measure N Total Revenues 2.5% 2.5% 3% 3% 3% 3% 3% 3% 3% 3% Sales Tax 20,173,600 20,677,900 21,298,200 21,937,100 22,595,200 23,273,100 23,971,300 24,690,400 25,431,100 26,194,000 Interest & Misc Earnings 855,000 872,100 889,500 907,300 925,400 943,900 787,100 802,800 823,900 840,400 Total Revenues 21,550,000 21,028,600 22,187,700 22,844,400 23,520,600 24,217,000 24,758,400 25,493,200 26,255,000 27,034,400 Essential Services
Revenues
Sales Tax 18,156,200 18,610,100 19,168,300 19,743,400 20,335,700 20,945,800 21,574,200 22,221,400 22,888,000 23,574,600 Interest & Misc Earnings 600,000 612,000 624,200 636,700 649,400 662,400 500,000 510,000 525,200 535,700 Total Revenues 19,222,100 18,756,200 19,792,500 20,380,100 20,985,100 21,608,200 22,074,200 22,731,400 23,413,200 24,110,300 Expenditures
Police
Salary and Benefits 7,947,600 7,945,300 8,223,400 8,511,200 8,809,100 9,117,400 9,436,500 9,766,800 10,108,600 10,462,400 44 Employees Operating Expenditures 1,114,900 1,148,300 1,182,700 1,218,200 1,268,100 1,319,500 1,372,500 1,427,100 1,483,300 1,527,800 Body Cameras/Tazers 527,800 538,400 549,200 560,200 571,400 582,800 594,500 606,400 618,500 630,900 Capital - Vehicles - - - - - - - - - -
Personnel - Sworn 173,600 179,700 365,700 378,500 571,400 771,100 977,800 1,191,700 1,413,100 1,462,600 7 New Employees Personnel - Non Sworn 115,700 222,300 230,100 238,200 352,100 364,400 377,200 390,400 404,100 542,400 4 New Employees New Personnel Equipment 9,000 - 9,900 - 10,900 11,500 12,100 12,700 13,300 New Body Cam/in-Car 4,600 - 4,900 - 4,900 5,100 5,500 5,600 5,600 New Vehicles 109,000 55,000 115,600 - 179,400 126,400 130,200 134,100 138,100 Fire
Salary and Benefits 1,719,500 1,687,200 1,746,300 1,807,400 1,870,700 1,936,200 2,004,000 2,074,100 2,146,700 2,221,800 9 Employees Operating Expenditures 400,400 412,400 424,800 437,500 450,600 464,100 478,000 507,300 537,500 568,600 Station 57 1,100,000 14,000,000
Engine 57 1,500,000
Station 57 Personnel 748,000 774,200 3 New Employees
Streets Capital 4,020,000 4,040,000 4,060,000 4,080,000 4,100,000 4,121,000 4,142,000 4,163,000 4,184,000 4,205,000 Increased .05% annually Parks and Recreation
Salary and Benefits 497,600 494,200 511,500 529,400 547,900 567,100 586,900 607,400 628,700 650,700 4 Employees Operating Expenditures 131,300 135,200 139,300 143,500 147,800 152,200 156,800 161,500 166,300 171,300 Trailway Maintenance 61,200 62,400 63,600 64,900 66,200 67,500 68,900 70,300 71,700 73,100 Increased 2% annually Tree Maintenance 61,200 62,400 63,600 64,900 66,200 67,500 68,900 70,300 71,700 73,100 Increased 2% annually Building Maintenance 61,200 62,400 63,600 64,900 66,200 67,500 68,900 70,300 71,700 73,100 Increased 2% annually Parks Maintenance 61,200 62,400 63,600 64,900 66,200 67,500 68,900 70,300 71,700 73,100 Increased 2% annually Downtown Street Lights - - - - - - - - - -
State Sales Tax Fees 237,200 241,900 246,700 251,600 256,600 261,700 266,900 272,200 277,600 283,200 Total Expenditures 17,349,500 17,253,000 18,064,500 18,415,300 19,405,700 22,670,500 34,816,500 21,601,500 23,160,200 23,793,300 EOY Surplus/(Deficit) 1,872,600 1,503,200 1,728,000 1,964,800 1,579,400 (1,062,300) (12,742,300) 1,129,900 253,000 317,000 Measure N -10 Year Plan (Years 11-20)
50 2027-28 2028-29 2029-30 2030-31 2031-32 2032-33 2033-34 2034-35 2035-36 2036-37 Beginning Cash 5,997,817 7,283,757 9,113,127 10,655,247 12,481,687 13,828,527 12,557,427 (400,933) 501,147 294,217 EOY Surplus/(Deficit) 1,503,200 1,872,600 1,728,000 1,964,800 1,579,400 (1,062,300) (12,742,300) 1,129,900 253,000 317,000 Prior Year Capital Roll Over
Transfer to Uncertainty Fund 217,260 43,230 185,880 138,360 232,560 208,800 216,060 227,820 459,930 230,730 Ending Cash Balance 7,283,757 9,113,127 10,655,247 12,481,687 13,828,527 12,557,427 (400,933) 501,147 294,217 380,487 Uncertanity Fund Balance 3,933,120 3,976,350 4,162,230 4,300,590 4,533,150 4,741,950 4,958,010 5,185,830 5,645,760 5,876,490 30% Operating Expenditures 2% Youth - Police & Rec
Beginning Cash 1,773,160 1,824,160 1,876,160 1,929,160 1,983,260 2,038,460 2,094,760 2,152,160 2,210,660 2,270,360 Revenue
Sales Tax 403,500 413,600 426,000 438,700 451,900 465,500 479,400 493,800 508,600 523,900 Interest 51,000 52,000 53,000 54,100 55,200 56,300 57,400 58,500 59,700 60,900 2% Youth - Police & Rec Exp 403,500 413,600 426,000 438,700 451,900 465,500 479,400 493,800 508,600 523,900 Ending Cash Balance 1,824,160 1,876,160 1,929,160 1,983,260 2,038,460 2,094,760 2,152,160 2,210,660 2,270,360 2,331,260 8% Maintenance & Emerging Needs
Beginning Cash 6,032,007 5,788,007 5,996,107 6,208,407 6,424,907 6,645,707 6,870,907 7,100,607 7,334,907 7,573,907 Revenue
Sales Tax 1,613,900 1,654,200 1,703,900 1,755,000 1,807,600 1,861,800 1,917,700 1,975,200 2,034,500 2,095,500 Interest 204,000 208,100 212,300 216,500 220,800 225,200 229,700 234,300 239,000 243,800 Expenditures
Building Maintenance 1,500,000 1,100,000 1,100,000 1,100,000 1,200,000 1,200,000 1,200,000 1,200,000 1,200,000 1,200,000 Emerging Needs 561,900 554,200 603,900 655,000 607,600 661,800 717,700 775,200 834,500 895,500 Prior Year Capital Roll Over
Ending Cash Balance 5,788,007 5,996,107 6,208,407 6,424,907 6,645,707 6,870,907 7,100,607 7,334,907 7,573,907 7,817,707 Blue = New/Changing items
51 Visalia City Council
Staff Report
Visalia City Council
707 W. Acequia
Visalia, CA 93291
File #: 25-0699 Agenda Date: 3/16/2026 Agenda #: 3.

Agenda Item Wording:

Prohousing Designation Program discussion - Receive an overview presentation on the California Department of Housing and Community Development Prohousing Designation Program, discuss the City of Visalia’s potential standing in meeting the application requirements, and provide direction on the filing of an application.

Agenda Date: 03/16/2026
Prepared by:

Brandon Smith, Principal Planner, [email protected], (559) 713-4636; Margie Perez, Housing Specialist, [email protected], (559) 713-4460; Paul Bernal, Planning and Community Preservation Director, [email protected], (559) 713-4025; Department Recommendation:

Receive the staff report and presentation, and provide staff with comments and/or direction on whether to proceed with filing an application for the City of Visalia to receive a Prohousing Designation with HCD. If staff receives direction to file an application, then the City Council will need to provide additional input and direction on which additional Prohousing policies staff shall pursue and complete in order to achieve the total score of 30 points, or more for a jurisdiction to be eligible for a “bonus award” in the Prohousing Incentive Program.

Summary:

The purpose of this work session is to provide the City Council with an overview of the California Department of Housing and Community Development (HCD) Prohousing Designation Program, and to seek direction on whether to file an application in order to receive this “Designation”. Benefits of receiving a “Prohousing Designation” include earning additional scoring points in many state funding programs, and access to the Prohousing Incentive Program (PIP) which offers exclusive, additional non-competitive funding to assist jurisdictions to assist with implementing housing policies. A Prohousing Designation supports the City’s strategic goals of demonstrating economic strength, displaying organizational excellence, and pursuing infrastructure and growth.

The work session will further provide City Council with staff’s assessment of the City’s eligibility for achieving a Prohousing Designation based on how it fares in meeting the application’s scoring criteria. Upon an initial assessment of the scoring criteria, staff has found that the City complies with several Prohousing Policies and is close to reaching the minimum 30 points necessary for a complete application. Regardless, the City will need to furnish additional items, with support from the City Council, to have a complete application. An overview on what additional items could be considered is discussed in further detail under the “Application Scoring Criteria - Achieving 30 Points or More” section below.

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A Prohousing Designation allows jurisdictions to receive funding points for competitive state affordable housing funding opportunities and to apply to the Prohousing Incentive Program (PIP) funds. PIP is intended to reward Prohousing designated local governments with additional funding to accelerate affordable housing production and preservation. A jurisdiction based on Visalia’s population is eligible for a base award amount of $750,000, with an additional bonus award of up to $500,000 for a total of $1,250,000.

Background Discussion:

What is the Prohousing Designation Program?
The Prohousing Designation Program (PDP, or Program) was created by the California State Legislature through the 2019-2020 Budget Act. The Program seeks to reward jurisdictions for going above and beyond what is required by state housing laws toward accelerating housing production.

Jurisdictions who seek to achieve the Prohousing Designation must demonstrate through their application into the program how they promote vibrant and inclusive communities through land use and zoning reforms.

The policies, concepts, and standards that direct HCD’s review and consideration toward Prohousing include the following:
· The jurisdiction’s actions to facilitate the planning, approval, or construction of a variety of housing types (e.g., increasing zoned capacity for supply, facilitating affordability for all income levels, removing regulatory barriers to development, and streamlining approval). · The jurisdiction’s accomplishment of integrated planning and development consistent with the state planning priorities and/or the regional transportation plan. · The jurisdiction’s meaningful actions to foster communities with adequate, affordable, and accessible housing and transportation infrastructure.
· The jurisdiction’s collaboration with public entities to align policies and programs, and with private entities to implement policies and to leverage funding and other resources. · The jurisdiction’s compliance with established housing law and recent housing reform statutes (e.g., the Housing Accountability Act, the Streamlined Ministerial Approval Process).

What are the Benefits of Receiving a Designation?
Receiving a designation earns jurisdictions, and their affordable housing development partners, additional scoring points in many state competitive funding programs that supports projects like the Lofts at Fort Visalia, Rancho Colegio, and Crescent Meadows senior housing project (indicated by *), including:
· Affordable Housing & Sustainable Communities (AHSC) * · Infill Infrastructure Grant (IIG) *
· Local Partnership Program (LPP)
· Solutions for Congested Corridors (SCCP)
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· Transit and Intercity Rail Capital Program (TIRCP)
· Transformative Climate Communities (TCC) (could be beneficial for Visalia) · State Homeownership Super NOFA (could be beneficial for Visalia) Additionally, the Prohousing Incentive Program (PIP) offers exclusive, additional funding to designated jurisdictions to assist them in implementing Prohousing Policies. The PIP is currently in Round 4 of its Notice of Funding Availability (NOFA).

A jurisdiction based on Visalia’s population is eligible for a base award amount of $750,000 with an additional Bonus Award of up to $500,000. For the purpose of calculating the Bonus Award, a jurisdiction’s Prohousing Designation score will be multiplied by 10,000. For example, an applicant with a score of 35 points will be eligible to receive up to a $350,000 Bonus Award in addition to the base award (maximum $500,000). Thus, it would be beneficial for the City of Visalia to submit an application with more than 30 scoring points (i.e. up to 50 points); however, doing so may require the City to commit toward complying with and completing more actions that demonstrate meeting Prohousing policies.

What can be Funded with PIP?
Eligible applicants must use award funds towards planning or implementation activities related to housing and community development, limited to the following activities (pursuant to Health and Safety Code Section 50470(b)(2)(D)):

1. The predevelopment, development, acquisition, rehabilitation, and preservation of multifamily, residential live-work, rental housing that is affordable to extremely low-, very low-, low-, and moderate-income households, including necessary operating subsidies.

2. Affordable rental and ownership housing that meets the needs of a growing workforce earning up to 120 percent of area median income, or 150 percent of area median income in high-cost areas.

3. Matching portions of funds placed into local or regional housing trust funds.

4. Matching portions of funds available through the Low- and Moderate-Income Housing Asset Fund.

5. Capitalized reserves for services connected to the creation of new permanent supportive housing, including, but not limited to, developments funded through the Veterans Housing and Homelessness Prevention Bond Act of 2014.

6. Assisting persons who are experiencing or at risk of homelessness, including providing rapid rehousing, rental assistance, navigation centers, emergency shelters, and the new construction, rehabilitation, and preservation of permanent and transitional housing.

7. Accessibility modifications.

8. Efforts to acquire and rehabilitate foreclosed or vacant homes.

9. Homeownership opportunities, including, but not limited to, down payment assistance.

10. Fiscal incentives or matching funds to local agencies that approve new housing for extremely low-, very low-, low-, and moderate-income households.

For Example, in 2024, as part of Round 3 of the NOFA, the County of Tulare who was awarded a Prohousing Designation received $1.1 million in PIP funds and utilized their PIP towards first-time homeowner assistance. Other jurisdictions have used PIP towards affordable housing development, Visalia City Council Page 3 of 10 Printed on 3/12/2026
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homeowner assistance. Other jurisdictions have used PIP towards affordable housing development, local housing trust match funding, and homeless development and operational activities.

The following are City of Visalia projects or programs that could be funded with its PIP allocation:
· Affordable housing development (i.e., 2nd phase of the Crescent Meadows senior-citizen affordable housing development to be developed by Self-Helf Enterprises). · Visalia Navigation Center operational assistance.*
· Eden House operational assistance.*
· Warming Center operational assistance.*
· An emergency shelter development and/or operational assistance.* · Tenant-based rental assistance for people experiencing or at-risk of homelessness. · Updates to general plans, community plans, specific plans, local planning related to implementation of sustainable communities’ strategies.
· Updates to zoning ordinances.
· Environmental analyses that eliminate the need for project-specific review. · Local process improvements that expedite local planning and permitting. * Operational assistance may include the following costs: personnel, leasing/rent, utilities, facility maintenance, telephone, internet, supplies, equipment, janitorial services, security, and/or client assistance.

Does the City Need to Re-Apply Each Year?
A Prohousing Designation expires three years from the first day of January following the date of that jurisdiction’s designation. For example, if Visalia were issued a designation on April 15, 2026, it will remain in effect through December 31, 2029, and expires on January 1, 2030.

Application Requirements
A Prohousing Designation Program Application Template is included as Attachment 1 to this staff report, and an application checklist is found on page 4 of the application.

The following are the major components of the application:
· Resolution: A duly adopted and certified formal resolution for the Prohousing Designation Program. (A sample form for this formal resolution is found in Attachment 1, Appendix 1.) · Self-Scoring Sheet: [Some of the Prohousing Policies are briefed further in the next section below.] The jurisdiction completes the Self-Scoring Sheet which demonstrates that the candidate jurisdiction follows Prohousing Policies across all four categories in a manner that adds to 30 or more points. The scoring sheet must indicate if an implementation program of the Prohousing Policy has already been enacted or is proposed, documentation that the implementation program has been implements, and the applicable number of points and Enhancement Category points. (See Appendix 3 for the Self-Scoring Sheet and the Sample Self-Scoring Sheet.)
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the treatment of unhoused individuals camping on public property, consistent with the United States Interagency Council on Homelessness’ “7 Principles for Addressing Encampments” (June 17, 2022) (A template that assists jurisdiction with describing its position and practices is found in Attachment 1, Appendix 5.)
· Public Participation: The jurisdiction must confirm that it has conducted a 30-day diligent public participation process before submitting an application for formal review and initiating the 60- day review period by HCD. A jurisdiction may provide a draft application to HCD for preliminary review, and follow up with public participation. Outreach would be directed to all segments of the community but must include representation of lower-income and special needs households, for-profit and non-profit developers, and special needs service providers.

Outreach would entail providing the draft application and any supporting documentation to the public and noticing of the meeting where the City Council intends to submit a Prohousing application. The 30-day public participation process includes a public hearing for members of public to provide public comment on the draft Prohousing application at the start of the 30 days. (A checklist confirming that a jurisdiction complies with this requirement is found in Attachment 1, Appendix 6.)
Application Scoring Criteria - Achieving 30 Points or More Points are tallied by a jurisdiction being compliant with multiple Prohousing Policies grouped into four categories. In total there are 48 Policies with each policy having different point values, cumulating 74 points possible. Additional points can be claimed if an Enhancement Factor is cited where the policy is part of a “unified, multifaceted strategy to promote multiple planning objectives such as efficient land use, climate change solutions, and/or hazard mitigation.” Jurisdictions can also elect to propose a new policy and then have a two-year implementation timeframe to complete it.

Staff currently believes that it can score, if HCD concurs, approximately 24 points from existing and enacted efforts. A full list of the Prohousing Policies that the City can claim points on is included as Attachment 2. Following are just a few of the policies that the City can claim points on:
· 1H Zoning or other land use designation methods to allow for residential or mixed uses in one or more non-residential zones. (1 point) Response: The City’s D-MU and C-MU “mixed use” zones both allow residential uses including, in certain circumstances, by right. · 2D Establishment of permitting processes that take less than four months to complete.

Policies under this category must address all approvals necessary to issue building permits. (2 points) Response: The City’s goal and demonstrated practice is to take less than four months to issue a building permit on a by right use.
· 3A Waiver or significant reduction of development impact fees for residential development with units affordable to Lower-Income Households. (3 points) Response: Self-Help Enterprises received impact fee credits (for infill development) for the Lofts at Fort Visalia and impact fee deferrals for Rancho Colegio.
· 4H Directed residual redevelopment funds to accelerate the production of affordable housing. (1 point) Response: Residual redevelopment funds are used to accelerate affordable housing production like the Lofts and Majestic Gardens.

It should be noted that it is beneficial for the City to find and identify more scoring opportunities, beyond the 30-point minimum, in order to be eligible for up to a $200,000 additional Bonus Award in PIP funds, as explained above.

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Therefore, in an effort to explore and potentially achieve more than 30 points, should the City Council direct staff to proceed with filing an application, staff seeks additional input and direction from City Council on which additional Prohousing Policies which contribute to the acceleration of housing production staff shall pursue and complete to be eligible for a Bonus Award.

Following is a list of potential Policies that the City could pursue. The list below represents 26 additional points from potential policies which, combined with the City’s established policies, could potentially achieve 50 points. Please note, as part of the application process, HCD and staff will need to discuss how the City meets the policies to achieve the points allocated per section. Further documentation may be required to demonstrate compliance through this process. · 1C Designate additional sufficient site to accommodate 125 to 149 percent of Visalia’s current RHNA allocation, by total and income category. These additional sites must be identified in the Jurisdiction’s housing element adequate sites inventory. (2 points) Staff Review: City staff has reviewed the potential requirements needed to achieve these points based on the City’s current RHNA allocation as identified in Visalia’s current Housing Element Table 71 “Adequacy of Residential Site Inventory” table. Based on the undertaking and time allocated to ensuring Visalia has enough sites to accommodate Visalia’s RHNA allocation, staff conclude the work needed to identify additional sites to meet the 125 to 149 percent threshold cannot be pursued given the resources needed to analyze additional potential sites for RHNA purposes. Staff concludes there are other policies listed where points can be obtained to meet the 30 point threshold.
· 1D Density bonus programs that allow additional density for additional affordability beyond minimum statutory requirements. (2 points)
Staff Review: Under state density bonus law, a project that qualifies under these provisions can achieve an increase of 50% of the units allowed per the City’s density ranges. Visalia processed two recent projects that sought a density bonus, Demaree/Houston and Caldwell/Lovers Lane, with only one project proceeding with development at this time. At this time, staff would not recommend increasing additional density beyond the state requirements. · 1E Increasing allowable density in low-density, single-family residential areas beyond the requirements of state Accessory Dwelling Unit Law, and in a manner that exceeds the requirements of SB 9. (2 points)
Staff Review: State law already permits an ADUs and JADUs to be developed by-right in single-family residential areas, in addition to the primary residential unit. Furthermore, developments under SB 9 allow for up to four dwelling units if developed under the provisions of SB 9. Staff conclude that the number of units already permitted under ADU law or SB 9 is sufficient, and increasing the number of units beyond state law would be excessive for residential areas. Staff concludes there are other policies listed where points can be obtained to meet the 30 point threshold.
· 1F Eliminating minimum parking requirements for residential development as authorized by state law; adopting vehicular parking ratios that are less than the relevant ratio thresholds in state law; or adopting maximum parking requirements at or less than ratios pursuant to state law. (2 points)
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certain residential developments is already considered if the project meets affordability provisions such as senior housing, but a reduction to all residential parking ratios cannot be adequately considered at this time.
· 2A Establishment of ministerial approval processes for multiple housing types, including, for example, single-family, multifamily and mixed-use housing. (3 points) Staff Review: City of Visalia already has ministerial approval processes for certain limited types of multifamily, up to 80 units, and mixed-use housing, when adding units to existing mixed uses. Pursuant to the March 2nd work session item, staff will prepare a subdivision streamlining ordinance which will establish a streamlined process for single-family residential subdivision maps. With inclusion of this proposed policy and an anticipated completion date, Staff believes that it now supports this policy.
· 2E Absence or elimination of public hearings for projects consistent with zoning and the general plan. (2 points)
Staff Review: Similar to policy 2A, pursuant to the March 2nd work session item, the subdivision streamlining ordinance will in certain circumstances eliminate public hearings for subdivision entitlements consistent with zoning and the general plan. With inclusion of this proposed policy and an anticipated completion date, Staff believes that it now supports this policy.
· 2F Priority permit processing or reduced plan check times for homes affordable to LowerIncome Households. (2 points) Staff Review: If supported by council, staff can update its internal policy to reduce the target completion date for plan check review of deed restricted affordable units, for example, from 30 to 20 calendar days. Doing so reallocates staff resources to complete plan checks more expediently and should not compromise staff’s ability to perform a thorough plan check. · 2G Establishment of consolidated or streamlined permit processes that minimize the levels of review and approval required for projects, and that are consistent with zoning regulations and the general plan. (1 point)
Staff Review: The City’s site plan review process could arguably be seen to comply with this policy since it entails review by all city divisions and departments for compliance with respective regulations and policies, including zoning regulations. Compliance with this policy, therefore, may simply require consultation with state and directing to the existing municipal code regarding site plan review.
· 2J Priority permit processing or reduced plan check times for ADUs/JADUs or multifamily housing. (1 point)
Staff Review: Similar to policy 2F, staff can update its internal policy to reduce the target completion date for planned check review of ADUs/JADUs, for example, from 30 to 20 calendar days, or for its pre-approved ADU, for example, from 20 to 15 days. Doing so reallocates staff resources to complete plan checks more expediently and should not compromise staff's ability to perform a thorough plan check. · 3B Adoption of policies that result in less restrictive requirements than state law to reduce barriers for property owners to create ADUs/JADUs. Examples of qualifying policies include, but are not limited to, development standards improvements, permit processing improvements, dedicated ADU/JADU staff, technical assistance programs, and pre-approved Visalia City Council Page 7 of 10 Printed on 3/12/2026
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improvements, dedicated ADU/JADU staff, technical assistance programs, and pre-approved ADU/JADU design packages. (2 points)
Staff Review: Planning staff already provides technical assistance to the public regarding ADU/JADU development requirements. In addition, the City has a “Permit-Ready ADU Program”, which allows property owners to select from a variety of ADU plans which have been pre-approved. Staff seeks Council direction on exploring with HCD to see if the City’s current ADU program is eligible for points under 3B.
· 3C Adoption of other fee reduction strategies, including fee deferrals and reduced fees for housing for persons with special needs. (1 point)
Staff Review: The City already allows deferral of fees as detailed in the City’s municipal code for certain impact fees (ex., traffic, sewer, storm, etc.). Staff seeks Council direction on exploring with HCD to see if the City’s current fee deferral program is eligible for a point under 3C.
· 3H Adoption of ordinances that reduce barriers, beyond existing law, for the development of housing affordable to Lower-Income Households. (1 point) Staff Review: Similar to policy 2A and 2E, pursuant to the March 2nd work session item, the subdivision streamlining ordinance will, in certain circumstances, eliminate public hearings for subdivision entitlements consistent with zoning and the general plan. With inclusion of this proposed policy and an anticipated completion date, staff believes that it now supports this policy.
· 4E A comprehensive program that complies with the Surplus Land Act and that makes publicly owned land available for affordable housing, or for multifamily housing projects with the highest feasible percentage of units affordable to Lower Income Households. A qualifying program may utilize mechanisms such as land donations, land sales with significant writedowns, or below-market land leases. (2 points) Staff Review: When opportunities present themselves, the city has made publicly owned land available for affordable housing to organizations and entities expressing interest, as was done with the old lumberyard site in 2019 that ultimately developed as the Lofts at Fort Visalia.

However, surplus land sales have seldom been implemented in Visalia, and the city would need to be cautious towards authoring a program that would not put the city between a rock and a hard place if affordable housing may not be considered the highest and best use for a property. Implementation of this policy may require a lengthier discussion up front and extensive consultation with the city attorney’s office and Finance Department staff on the merits of such a program.
· 4G Prioritization of local general funds to accelerate the production of housing affordable to Lower-Income Households. (2 points)
Staff Review: Although presented as an option to City Council, general funds are regularly used for a variety of city investments and are seldom used for housing production. One recent exception has been single-family residences constructed by Self-Help Enterprises on NW 5th Ave. Unless directed by Council, this may otherwise be viewed as a significant shift in practice.
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· Enhancement Factor 6 Rezoning and other policies that result in a net gain of housing capacity while concurrently mitigating development impacts on or from Environmentally Sensitive or Hazardous Areas. (1 point)
Staff Review: The City has two locations that could meet the intent of this enhancement factor.

These sites could further be discussed with HCD staff.

Please note that Council can direct staff to consider all or some of the policies listed above that may help in achieving the necessary points for an application submittal that seem reasonable and achievable based on internal practices the City already implements but may not be codified or written in policy that will help in demonstrating to HCD that the City of Visalia is a Prohousing community.

Examples of procedures already implemented include our commitments to building permit review timelines for housing projects.

What Additional Actions are Required by the City Council to File Application? The City Council would need to adopt a formal resolution for the Prohousing Designation Program (a sample form for this formal resolution is found in Attachment 1, Appendix 1). Proceeding with filing the application would require the consideration and adoption of a formal resolution, to be considered as a future agendized item.

Fiscal Impact including annual maintenance and operating costs: There is no cost in filing an application. If the City files and is awarded a Prohousing Designation, the City will be eligible to receive funding through the Prohousing Incentive Program, potentially gaining up to $1.25 million in additional funds per annual application.

Prior Council Action: N/A
Alternatives: N/A
Recommended Motion (and Alternative Motions if expected):

Receive the staff report and presentation and direct staff to proceed with filing the application with HCD.

Environmental Assessment Status: None required. This is an informal stall report, and the direction by Council to file an application and to consider which additional Prohousing Policies that staff shall pursue and complete do not constitute a project unto itself that requires environmental review.

CEQA Review: None.

Deadline for Action: 03/16/2026
Attachments:

1. Prohousing Designation Program Application Template

2. Draft City of Visalia Point Tally on Prohousing Policy Scoring Sheet

3. Prohousing Designation Program presentation slides prepared by HCD

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Prohousing Designation Program Application
State of California
Governor Gavin Newsom
Tomiquia Moss, Secretary
Business, Consumer Services and Housing Agency
Gustavo Velasquez, Director
Department of Housing and Community Development
Megan Kirkeby, Deputy Director
Division of Housing Policy Development
651 Bannon Street
Sacramento, CA 95811
Website: http://www.hcd.ca.gov/planning-and-community-development/prohousingdesignation-program Email: [email protected]
February 2025
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Prohousing Designation Program Application Package
Instructions
The applicant is applying for a Prohousing Designation under the Prohousing Designation Program (“Prohousing” or “Program”), which is administered by the Department of Housing and Community Development (“Department”) pursuant to Government Code section 65589.9.

The Program creates incentives for Jurisdictions that are compliant with State Housing Element Law and that have enacted Prohousing Policies. These incentives will take the form of additional points or other preference in the scoring of applications for competitive housing and infrastructure programs. The administrators of each such program will determine the value and form of the preference.

In order to be considered for a Prohousing Designation, the applicant must accurately complete all sections of this application, including any relevant appendices. The Department reserves the right to request additional clarifying information from the applicant.

This application is subject to Government Code section 65589.9 and to the regulations (Cal.

Code Regs., tit. 25, § 6600 et seq.) adopted by the Department in promulgation thereof (“Regulations”). All capitalized terms in this application shall have the meanings set forth in the Regulations.

All applicants must submit a complete, signed application package to the Department, in electronic format, in order to be considered for a Prohousing Designation. Please direct electronic copies of the completed application package to the following email address:

[email protected].

A complete application will include all items identified in the Application Checklist.

In relation to Appendix 1, the Formal Resolution for the Prohousing Designation Program, please use strikethrough and underline if proposing any modifications to the text of the Resolution. Please be aware, any sustentative deviations from the Formal Resolution may result in an incomplete application and will likely be subject to additional internal review and potential delays.

Appendix 2, the Proposed Policy Completion Schedule, applies only if an application includes proposed policies.

Appendix 3, Self-Scoring Sheet and Sample Self-Scoring Sheet, includes a blank template to be completed by the applicant as part of the application, as well as a Sample Self-Scoring Sheet with an example of how this template may be completed.

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Appendix 5 provides a sample template to assist applicants with confirming the treatment of homeless encampments within the jurisdiction is consistent with USICH’s “7 Principles for Addressing Encampments.”
Appendix 6 provides a checklist to confirm that a Diligent Public Participation Process was conducted.

Appendix 7 is where the applicant will include any additional information and supporting documentation for the application.

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Application Checklist
Yes No
Application Information ☐ ☐
Certification and Acknowledgement ☐ ☐
The Legislative Information form is completed. ☐ ☐
The Threshold Requirements Checklist is completed. ☐ ☐
A duly adopted and certified Formal Resolution for the Prohousing Designation Program is included in the application package. (See Appendix 1 for the Formal Resolution for the Prohousing Designation Program form.)
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If applicable, the Proposed Policy Completion Schedule is completed. (See Appendix 2.)
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The Self-Scoring Sheet is completed. (See Appendix 3 for the SelfScoring Sheet and the Sample Self-Scoring Sheet.) ☐ ☐
One-page summary describing consistency with the 7 Principles for Addressing Encampments is completed. (See Appendix 5 for a template to assist.)
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The checklist confirming that a Diligent Public Participation process was conducted. (See Appendix 6 for the template.)
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Additional information and supporting documentation (Applicant to provide as Appendix 7.)
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Application Information
Applicant (Jurisdiction):

Applicant Mailing Address:

City:

ZIP Code:

Website:

Authorized Representative Name
Authorized Representative Title:

Phone:

Email:

Contact Person Name:

Contact Person Title:

Phone:

Email:

Total Self-Score (Based on Appendix 3):
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CERTIFICATION AND ACKNOWLEDGMENT
As authorized by the Formal Resolution for the Prohousing Designation Program (Resolution No. ), which is attached hereto and incorporated by reference as if set forth in full, I hereby submit this full and complete application on behalf of the applicant.

I certify that all information and representations set forth in this application are true and correct.

I further certify that any proposed Prohousing Policy identified herein will be enacted within two (2) years of the date of this application submittal.

I acknowledge that this application constitutes a public record under the California Public Records Act (Gov. Code, § 6250 et seq.) and is therefore subject to public disclosure by the Department.

Signature: __________________________________________
Name and Title: ______________________________________
Date: _______________________________________________
Legislative Information
District Number Legislators Name(s)
State
Assembly
District
State
Senate
District
Applicants can find their respective State Senate representatives at https://www.senate.ca.gov/, and their respective State Assembly representatives at https://www.assembly.ca.gov/
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Threshold Requirements Checklist
The applicant meets the following threshold requirements in accordance with Section 6604 of the Regulations:

Yes No
The applicant is a Jurisdiction. ☐ ☐
The applicant has adopted a Compliant Housing Element. ☐ ☐ The applicant has submitted or will submit a legally sufficient Annual Progress Report prior to designation.
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The applicant has completed or agrees to complete, on or before the relevant statutory deadlines, any rezone program or zoning that is necessary to remain in compliance with Government Code sections 65583, subdivision (c)(1), and 65584.09, subdivision (a), and with California Coastal Commission certification where appropriate. ☐ ☐
The applicant is in compliance, at the time of the application, with applicable state housing law, including, but not limited to those included in Government Code section 65585, subdivision (j); laws relating to the imposition of school facilities fees or other requirements (Gov. Code, § 65995 et seq.); Least Cost Zoning Law (Gov. Code, § 65913.1); Permit Streamlining Act (Gov. Code, § 65920 et seq.); and provisions relating to timeliness of CEQA processing by local governments in Public Resources Code sections 21080.1, 21080.2, and 21151.5(a). ☐ ☐
The applicant further acknowledges and confirms that its treatment of homeless encampments on public property complies with and will continue to comply with the constitutional rights of persons experiencing homelessness and that it has submitted a one-page summary to the Department demonstrating how the applicant has enacted best practices in their jurisdiction related to the treatment of unhoused individuals camping on public property, consistent with United States Interagency Council on Homelessness’ “7 Principles for Addressing Encampments,” (June 17, 2022 update), hereby incorporated by reference. ☐ ☐
The applicant has duly adopted and certified, by the applicant’s governing body, a Formal Resolution for the Prohousing Designation Program, which is hereby incorporated by reference. (A true and correct copy of the resolution is included in this application package.) ☐ ☐
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Scoring Criteria
Category 1: Favorable Zoning and Land Use
Category Prohousing Policy Description Points
1A Sufficient sites, including rezoning, to accommodate 150 percent or greater of the current or draft RHNA, whichever is greater, by total and income category. These additional sites must be identified in the Jurisdiction’s housing element adequate sites inventory, consistent with Government Code section 65583, subdivisions (a)(3) and (c)(1). 3 1B Permitting missing middle housing uses (e.g., duplexes, triplexes, and fourplexes) by right in existing low-density, single-family residential zones in a manner that exceeds the requirements of SB 9 (Chapter 162, Statutes of 2021, Gov. Code, §§ 65852.21, 66411.7). 3 1C Sufficient sites, including rezoning, to accommodate 125 to 149 percent of the current or draft RHNA, whichever is greater, by total and income category. These points shall not be awarded if the applicant earns three points pursuant to Category (1)(A) above. These additional sites must be identified in the Jurisdiction’s housing element adequate sites inventory, consistent with Government Code section 65583, subdivisions (a)(3) and (c)(1).
2 1D Density bonus programs that allow additional density for additional affordability beyond minimum statutory requirements (Gov. Code, § 65915 et seq.).
2 1E Increasing allowable density in low-density, single-family residential areas beyond the requirements of state Accessory Dwelling Unit Law, (Gov. Code, §§ 65852.2, 65852.22) (e.g., permitting more than one converted ADU; one detached, new construction ADU; and one JADU per single-family lot), and in a manner that exceeds the requirements of SB 9 (Chapter 192, Statutes of 2021, Gov. Code, §§ 65852.21, 66411.7). These policies shall be separate from any qualifying policies under Category (1)(B).
2 1F Eliminating minimum parking requirements for residential development as authorized by Government Code section 65852.2; adopting vehicular parking ratios that are less than the relevant ratio thresholds at subparagraphs (A), (B), and (C) of Gov. Code section 65915, subdivision (p)(1); or adopting maximum parking requirements at or less than ratios pursuant to Gov. Code section 65915, subdivision (p).
2 1G Zoning or incentives that are designed to increase affordable housing development in a range of types, including, but not limited to, large family units, Supportive Housing, housing for transition age foster youth, and deep affordability targeted for Extremely Low-Income Households in all parts of the Jurisdiction, with at least some of the zoning, other land use designation methods, or incentives being designed to increase affordable housing development in higher resource areas shown in the TCAC/HCD Opportunity Map, and with the Jurisdiction having confirmed that it considered and addressed potential environmental justice issues in adopting and implementing 2 68
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this policy, especially in areas with existing industrial and polluting uses.
1H Zoning or other land use designation methods to allow for residential or mixed uses in one or more non-residential zones (e.g., commercial, light industrial). Qualifying non-residential zones do not include open space or substantially similar zones.
1 1I Modification of development standards and other applicable zoning provisions or land use designation methods to promote greater development intensity. Potential areas of focus include floor area ratio, height limits, minimum lot or unit sizes, setbacks, and allowable dwelling units per acre. These policies must be separate from any qualifying policies under Category (1)(B) above.
1 1J Establishment of a Workforce Housing Opportunity Zone, as defined in Government Code section 65620, or a Housing Sustainability District, as defined in Government Code section 66200.
1 1K Establishment of an inclusionary housing program requiring new developments to include housing affordable to and reserved for lowand very low-income households, consistent with the requirements of AB 1505 (Chapter 376, Statutes of 2017, Gov. Code, § 65850.01). 1 1L Other zoning and land use actions not described in Categories (A)-(K) of this section that measurably support the Acceleration of Housing Production.
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Category 2: Acceleration of Housing Production Timeframes Category Prohousing Policy Description Points
2A Establishment of ministerial approval processes for multiple housing types, including, for example, single-family, multifamily and mixed-use housing.
3 2B Acceleration of Housing Production through the establishment of streamlined, program-level CEQA analysis and certification of general plans, community plans, specific plans with accompanying Environmental Impact Reports (EIR), and related documents. 2 2C Documented practice of streamlining housing development at the project level, such as by enabling a by-right approval process or by utilizing statutory and categorical exemptions as authorized by applicable law, (e.g., Pub. Resources Code, §§ 21155.1, 21155.4, 21159.24, 21159.25; Gov. Code, § 65457; Cal Code Regs., tit. 14, §§ 15303, 15332; Pub. Resources Code, §§ 21094.5, 21099, 21155.2, 21159.28).
2 2D Establishment of permitting processes that take less than four months to complete. Policies under this category must address all approvals necessary to issue building permits.
2 2E Absence or elimination of public hearings for projects consistent with zoning and the general plan.
2 2F Priority permit processing or reduced plan check times for homes affordable to Lower-Income Households.
2 2G Establishment of consolidated or streamlined permit processes that minimize the levels of review and approval required for projects, and that are consistent with zoning regulations and the general plan. 1 2H Absence, elimination, or replacement of subjective development and design standards with objective development and design standards that simplify zoning clearance and improve approval certainty and timing.
1 2I Establishment of one-stop-shop permitting processes or a single point of contact where entitlements are coordinated across city approval functions (e.g., planning, public works, building) from entitlement application to certificate of occupancy.
1 2J Priority permit processing or reduced plan check times for ADUs/JADUs or multifamily housing.
1 2K Establishment of a standardized application form for all entitlement applications.
1 2L Documented practice of publicly posting status updates on project permit approvals on the internet.
1 2M Limitation on the total number of hearings for any project to three or fewer. Applicants that accrue points pursuant to category (2)(E) are not eligible for points under this category.
1 2N Other policies not described in Categories (2)(A)-(M) of this section that quantifiably decrease production timeframes or promote the streamlining of approval processes.
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Category 3: Reduction of Construction and Development Costs Category Prohousing Policy Description Points
3A Waiver or significant reduction of development impact fees for residential development with units affordable to Lower-Income Households. This provision does not include fees associated with the provision of housing affordable to Lower-Income Households (e.g., inclusionary in lieu fees, affordable housing impact fees, and commercial linkage fees).
3 3B Adoption of policies that result in less restrictive requirements than Government Code sections 65852.2 and 65852.22 to reduce barriers for property owners to create ADUs/JADUs. Examples of qualifying policies include, but are not limited to, development standards improvements, permit processing improvements, dedicated ADU/JADU staff, technical assistance programs, and pre-approved ADU/JADU design packages.
2 3C Adoption of other fee reduction strategies separate from Category (3)(A), including fee deferrals and reduced fees for housing for persons with special needs. This provision does not include fees associated with the provision of housing affordable to Lower-Income Households (e.g., inclusionary in lieu fees, affordable impact fees and commercial linkage fees).
1 3D Accelerating innovative housing production through innovative housing types (e.g., manufactured homes, recreational vehicles, park models, community ownership, and other forms of social housing) that reduce development costs.
1 3E Measures that reduce costs for transportation-related infrastructure or programs that encourage active modes of transportation or other alternatives to automobiles. Qualifying policies include, but are not limited to, publicly funded programs to expand sidewalks or protect bike/micro-mobility lanes, creation of on-street parking for bikes, transit-related improvements, or establishment of carshare programs. 1 3F Adoption of universal design ordinances pursuant to Health and Safety Code section 17959.
1 3G Establishment of pre-approved or prototype plans for missing middle housing types (e.g., duplexes, triplexes, and fourplexes) in lowdensity, single-family residential areas. 1 3H Adoption of ordinances that reduce barriers, beyond existing law, for the development of housing affordable to Lower-Income Households. 1 3I Other policies not described in Categories (3)(A)-(H) of this section that quantifiably reduce construction or development costs. 1 71
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Category 4: Providing Financial Subsidies
Category Prohousing Policy Description Points
4A Establishment of a housing fund or contribution of funds towards affordable housing through proceeds from approved ballot measures.
2 4B Establishment of local housing trust funds or collaboration on a regional housing trust fund, which include the Jurisdiction’s own funding contributions. The Jurisdiction must contribute to the local or regional housing trust fund regularly and significantly. For the purposes of this Category, “regularly” shall be defined as at least annually, and “significant” contributions shall be determined based on the impact the contributions have in accelerating the production of affordable housing.
2 4C Demonstration of regular use or planned regular use of funding (e.g., federal, state, or local) for preserving assisted units at-risk of conversion to market rate uses and conversion of market rate uses to units with affordability restrictions (e.g., acquisition/rehabilitation).

For the purposes of this category, “regular use” can be demonstrated through the number of units preserved annually by utilizing this funding source.
2 4D Provide grants or low-interest loans for ADU/JADU construction affordable to Lower- and Moderate-Income Households.
2 4E A comprehensive program that complies with the Surplus Land Act (Gov. Code, § 54220 et seq.) and that makes publicly owned land available for affordable housing, or for multifamily housing projects with the highest feasible percentage of units affordable to Lower Income Households. A qualifying program may utilize mechanisms such as land donations, land sales with significant write-downs, or below-market land leases.
2 4F Establishment of an Enhanced Infrastructure Financing District or similar local financing tool that, to the extent feasible, directly supports housing developments in an area where at least 20 percent of the residences will be affordable to Lower-Income Households. 2 4G Prioritization of local general funds to accelerate the production of housing affordable to Lower-Income Households.
2 4H Directed residual redevelopment funds to accelerate the production of affordable housing.
1 4I Development and regular (at least biennial) use of a housing subsidy pool, local or regional trust fund, or other similar funding source sufficient to facilitate and support the development of housing affordable to Lower-Income Households.
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4J Prioritization of local general funds for affordable housing. This point shall not be awarded if the applicant earns two points pursuant to Category (4)(G).
1 4K Providing operating subsidies for permanent Supportive Housing. 1 4L Providing subsidies for housing affordable to Extremely Low-Income Households.
1 4M Other policies not described in Categories (4)(A)-(L) of this section that quantifiably promote, develop, or leverage financial resources for housing affordable to Lower-Income Households.
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Enhancement Factors
The Department shall utilize enhancement factors to increase the point scores of Prohousing Policies. An individual Prohousing Policy may not use more than one enhancement factor.

Each Prohousing Policy will receive extra points for enhancement factors in accordance with the chart below.

Category Prohousing Policy Description Points
1 The policy represents one element of a unified, multi-faceted strategy to promote multiple planning objectives, such as efficient land use, access to public transportation, housing affordable to Lower-Income Households, climate change solutions, and/or hazard mitigation.
2 2 Policies that promote development consistent with the state planning priorities pursuant to Government Code section 65041.1. 1 3 Policies that diversify planning and target community and economic development investments (housing and non-housing) toward placebased strategies for community revitalization and equitable quality of life in lower opportunity areas. Such areas include, but are not limited to, Low Resource and High Segregation & Poverty areas designated in the most recently updated TCAC/HCD Opportunity Maps, and disadvantaged communities pursuant to Health and Safety Code sections 39711 and 39715 (California Senate Bill 535 (2012).
1 4 Policies that go beyond state law requirements in reducing displacement of Lower-Income Households and conserving existing housing stock that is affordable to Lower-Income Households. 1 5 Rezoning and other policies that support intensification of residential development in Location Efficient Communities.
1 6 Rezoning and other policies that result in a net gain of housing capacity while concurrently mitigating development impacts on or from Environmentally Sensitive or Hazardous Areas.
1 7 Zoning policies, including inclusionary housing policies, that increase housing choices and affordability, particularly for Lower-Income Households, in High Resource and Highest Resource areas, as designated in the most recently updated TCAC/HCD Opportunity Maps.
1 8 Other policies that involve meaningful actions towards Affirmatively Furthering Fair Housing outside of those required pursuant to Government Code sections 65583, subdivision (c)(10), and 8899.50, including, but not limited to, outreach campaigns, updated zoning codes, and expanded access to financing support.
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Self-Scoring Sheet Instructions
The Department shall validate applicants’ scores based on the extent to which each identified Prohousing Policy contributes to the Acceleration of Housing Production. The Department shall assess applicants’ Prohousing Policies in accordance with statutory requirements and the Regulations.

The Department shall further assess applicants’ Prohousing Policies using the following four scoring categories: Favorable Zoning and Land Use, Acceleration of Housing Production Timeframes, Reduction of Construction and Development Costs, and Providing Financial Subsidies. Applicants shall demonstrate that they have enacted or proposed at least one policy that significantly contributes to the Acceleration of Housing Production in each of the four categories. A Prohousing Designation requires a total score of 30 points or more across all four categories.

Instructions
Please utilize one row of the Self-Scoring Sheet for each Prohousing Policy. • Category Number: Select the relevant category number from the relevant Scoring Criteria list in this application. Where appropriate, applicants may utilize a category number more than once. • Concise Written Description of Prohousing Policy: Set forth a brief description of the enacted or proposed Prohousing Policy.
• Enacted or Proposed: Identify the Prohousing Policy as enacted or proposed. For proposed Prohousing Policies, please complete Appendix 2: Proposed Policy Completion Schedule. • Documentation Type: For enacted Prohousing Policies, identify the relevant documentary evidence (e.g., resolution, zoning code provisions). For proposed Prohousing Policies, identify the documentation which shows that implementation of the policy is pending.
• Web Links/Electronic Copies: Insert the Web link(s) to the relevant documentation or indicate that electronic copies of the documentation have been attached to this application as Appendix 7. • Points: Enter the appropriate number of points using the relevant Scoring Criteria list in this application. • Enhancement Category Number (optional): If utilizing an enhancement factor for a particular Prohousing Policy, enter the appropriate category number using the relevant Scoring Criteria list in this application. • Enhancement Points (optional): If utilizing an enhancement factor for a particular Prohousing Policy, enter the point(s) for that Prohousing Policy.
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Appendix 1: Formal Resolution for the Prohousing Designation Program Formal Resolution for the PROHOUSING Designation Program RESOLUTION NO. [INSERT RESOLUTION NUMBER]

A RESOLUTION OF THE GOVERNING BODY OF
[INSERT THE NAME OF THE CITY OR COUNTY] AUTHORIZING APPLICATION TO

AND PARTICIPATION IN THE PROHOUSING DESIGNATION PROGRAM WHEREAS, Government Code section 65589.9 established the Prohousing Designation Program (“Program”), which creates incentives for jurisdictions that are compliant with state housing element requirements and that have enacted Prohousing local policies; and WHEREAS, such jurisdictions will be designated Prohousing, and, as such, will receive additional points or other preference during the scoring of their competitive Applications for specified housing and infrastructure funding; and
WHEREAS, the California Department of Housing and Community Development (“Department”) has adopted regulations (Cal. Code Regs., tit. 25, § 6600 et seq.) to implement the Program (“Program Regulations”), as authorized by Government Code section 65589.9, subdivision (d); and
WHEREAS, the [INSERT THE NAME OF THE CITY OR COUNTY] (“Applicant”) desires to submit an Application for a Prohousing Designation (“Application”).

THEREFORE, IT IS RESOLVED THAT:

1. Applicant is hereby authorized and directed to submit an Application to the Department.

2. Applicant acknowledges and confirms that it is currently in compliance with applicable state housing law.

3. Applicant acknowledges and confirms that it will continue to comply with applicable housing laws and to refrain from enacting laws, developing policies, or taking other local governmental actions that may or do inhibit or constrain housing production.

Examples of such local laws, policies, and actions include moratoriums on development; local voter approval requirements related to housing production; downzoning; and unduly restrictive or onerous zoning regulations, development standards, or permit procedures. Applicant further acknowledges and confirms that the Prohousing Policies in its Application comply with its duty to Affirmatively Further Fair Housing pursuant to Government Code sections 8899.50 and 65583. Applicant further acknowledges and confirms that its general plan is in alignment with an adopted sustainable communities strategy pursuant to Public Resources Code sections 21155- 21155.4. Applicant further acknowledges and confirms that its policies for the treatment of homeless encampments on public property comply do and will continue to comply with the Constitution and that it has enacted best practices in its jurisdiction 76 that are consistent with the United States Interagency Council on Homelessness’ “7 Principles for Addressing Encampments” (June 17, 2022, update).

4. If the Application is approved, Applicant is hereby authorized and directed to enter into, execute, and deliver all documents required or deemed necessary or appropriate to participate in the Program, and all amendments thereto (the “Program Documents”).

5. Applicant acknowledges and agrees that it shall be subject to the Application, the terms and conditions specified in the Program Documents, the Program Regulations, and any and all other applicable law.

6. [INSERT THE TITLE OF THE APPLICANT’S AUTHORIZED
SIGNATORY] is authorized to execute and deliver the Application and the Program Documents on behalf of the Applicant for participation in the Program.

PASSED AND ADOPTED this day of , 2024, by the following vote:

AYES: [Insert #] NOES: [Insert #] ABSENT: [Insert #] ABSTAIN: [Insert #] The undersigned, [INSERT NAME AND TITLE OF SIGNATORY] of Applicant, does hereby attest and certify that the foregoing is a true and full copy of a resolution of the Applicant’s governing body adopted at a duly convened meeting on the date above-mentioned, and that the resolution has not been altered, amended, or repealed.

SIGNATURE: DATE:

NAME: TITLE:
77 Appendix 2: Proposed Policy Completion Schedule
Category
Number
Concise Written Description of
Proposed Policy
Key Milestones and
Milestone Dates
Anticipated
Completion
Date
Notes
78 Appendix 3: Self-Scoring Sheet and Sample Self-Scoring Sheet Self-Scoring Sheet
Category
Number
Concise Written
Description of
Prohousing Policy
Enacted or
Proposed
Documentation Type
(e.g., resolution,
zoning code)
Insert Web
Links to
Documents or
Indicate that
Electronic
Copies are
Attached as
Appendix 7
Points Enhancement
Category
Number
Enhancement
Points
Total Points
Sample Self-Scoring Sheet
Note: This is a Sample Self-Scoring Sheet; an actual submission may include more specificity when an applicant completes the “Concise Written Description of Prohousing Policy.” Category
Number
Concise Written
Description of
Prohousing Policy
Enacted or
Proposed
Documentation
Type (e.g.,
resolution, zoning
code)
Insert Web
Links to
Documents or
Indicate that
Electronic
Copies are
Attached as
Appendix 7
Points Enhancement
Category
Number
Enhancement
Points
Total Points
1B Permitted missing
middle housing uses by
allowing duplexes and
triplexes by right in
existing low-density,
single-family residential
zones beyond what is
required by SB 9.

E Zoning code Electronic
copy attached
3 6 1 4
1C Sufficient sites to
accommodate 131
percent of the current
RHNA with rezoning by
P Resolution Electronic
copy attached
2 1 2 4
79 Category
Number
Concise Written
Description of
Prohousing Policy
Enacted or
Proposed
Documentation
Type (e.g.,
resolution, zoning
code)
Insert Web
Links to
Documents or
Indicate that
Electronic
Copies are
Attached as
Appendix 7
Points Enhancement
Category
Number
Enhancement
Points
Total Points
total or income
category.
1D Density bonus program
exceeds statutory
requirements by 12
percent.

E Zoning code Electronic
copy attached
2 2
1F Eliminated parking
requirements for
residential development
as authorized by
Government Code
section 65852.2.

E Zoning code Electronic
copy attached
2 2
1G Zoning that that is
designed to increase
affordable housing for a
range of types and for
extremely low-income
households.

E Zoning code Electronic
copy attached
1 1 2 3
1H Modified development
standards/other
applicable zoning
provisions to allow for
residential uses in nonresidential zones (light
industrial).

E Zoning code Electronic
copy attached
1 1 2 3
1L Other zoning and land
use actions that
measurably support the
Acceleration of Housing
Production.

P Resolution Electronic
copy attached
1 1
2B Streamlined programlevel CEQA analysis
and certification of
general plans,
E Zoning code Electronic
copy attached
2 2
80 Category
Number
Concise Written
Description of
Prohousing Policy
Enacted or
Proposed
Documentation
Type (e.g.,
resolution, zoning
code)
Insert Web
Links to
Documents or
Indicate that
Electronic
Copies are
Attached as
Appendix 7
Points Enhancement
Category
Number
Enhancement
Points
Total Points
community plans,
specific plans with
accompanying
Environmental Impact
Reports (EIR), and
related documents.
2G Consolidated permit
processes that
minimize the levels of
review and approval
required for projects.

E Zoning code Electronic
copy attached
1 1
2I Established a one-stopshop permitting
process.

P Resolution Electronic
copy attached
1 1 2 3
2N Other actions that
quantifiably decrease
production timeframes.

E Zoning code Electronic
copy attached
1 1
3A Waiver of residential
development impact
fees.

E Zoning code Electronic
copy attached
3 3
3B Adopted policies that
result in less restrictive
requirements than
Government Code
sections 65852.2 and
65852.22.

P Resolution Electronic
copy attached
2 1 2 4
3E Measures that reduce
costs for transportationrelated infrastructure.

E Zoning code Electronic
copy attached
1 1
3I Other actions that
quantifiably reduce
construction or
development costs.

E Zoning code Electronic
copy attached
1 1
81 Category
Number
Concise Written
Description of
Prohousing Policy
Enacted or
Proposed
Documentation
Type (e.g.,
resolution, zoning
code)
Insert Web
Links to
Documents or
Indicate that
Electronic
Copies are
Attached as
Appendix 7
Points Enhancement
Category
Number
Enhancement
Points
Total Points
4A Local housing trust
funds.

E Zoning code Electronic
copy attached
2 2
4C Regular use of funding
for preserving assisted
units at-risk of
conversion to marketrate uses.

E Zoning code Electronic
copy attached
2 2 1 3
4E Establishes a program
that complies with the
Surplus Land Act and
offers below-market
land leases for
affordable housing.

E Zoning code 2 2
4G Prioritization of local
general funds for
affordable housing.

E Zoning code 2 2
4M Other actions that
leverage financial
resources for housing.

E Zoning code 1 1
TOTAL 33 12 45
82 Appendix 4: Examples of Prohousing Policies with Enhancement Factors If a Prohousing Policy incorporates any of the enhancement factors specified in the Scoring Criteria Enhancement Factors chart, it will receive extra points as indicated therein. Examples of such qualifying Prohousing Policies include the following:

Category 1: Favorable Zoning and Land Use
• Rezoning sufficient sites to accommodate 150 percent or greater of the Regional Housing Needs Allocation by total or income category, including sites in Location Efficient Communities.
• Rezoning sufficient sites to accommodate 150 percent or greater of the Regional Housing Needs Allocation by total or income category, including sites in High Resource and Highest Resource areas (as designated in the most recently updated TCAC/HCD Opportunity Maps).
• Rezoning to accommodate 125 to 149 percent of the Regional Housing Needs Allocation in downtown commercial corridors or other infill locations. • Expanding density bonus programs to exceed statutory requirements by 10 percent or more in Location Efficient Communities.
• Reducing or eliminating parking requirements for residential development as authorized by Government Code section 65852.2 in Location Efficient Communities. • Increasing allowable density in low-density, single-family residential areas beyond the requirements of state Accessory Dwelling Unit Law in High Resource and Highest Resource areas (as designated in the most recently updated TCAC/HCD Opportunity Maps).
• Modification of development standards and other applicable zoning provisions to promote greater development intensity in downtown commercial corridors or other infill locations.
• Coupling rezoning actions with policies that go beyond state law requirements in reducing displacement of lower-income households and conserving existing housing stock that is affordable to lower-income households.

Category 2: Acceleration of Housing Production Timeframes • Ministerial approval processes for multifamily housing in High Resource and Highest Resource areas (as designated in the most recently updated TCAC/HCD Opportunity Maps).
• Streamlined, program-level CEQA analysis and certification of specific plans in Location Efficient Communities.
• Documented practice of streamlining housing development at the project level in downtown commercial corridors and other infill locations. • Expedited permit processing for housing affordable to lower-income households in High Resource and Highest Resource areas (as designated in the most recently updated TCAC/HCD Opportunity Maps).
83 Category 3: Reduction of Construction and Development Costs • Fee waivers for affordable housing in High Resource and Highest Resource areas (as designated in the most recently updated TCAC/HCD Opportunity Maps). • Fee waivers or reductions for higher density housing in downtown commercial corridors or other infill locations.
• Measures that reduce costs and leverage financial resources for transportation-related infrastructure or programs in Low Resource and High Segregation & Poverty areas (as designated in the most recently updated TCAC/HCD Opportunity Maps). • Adoption of universal design ordinances to increase housing choices and affordability for persons with disabilities in High Resource and Highest Resource areas (as designated in the most recently updated TCAC/HCD Opportunity Maps). • Permitting innovative housing types, such as manufactured homes, recreational vehicles or park models, in High Resource and Highest Resource areas (as designated in the most recently updated TCAC/HCD Opportunity Maps).

Category 4: Providing Financial Subsidies
• Targeting local housing trust funds to acquisition or rehabilitation of existing affordable units, or to affordable units at risk of converting to market rate uses, in Low Resource and High Segregation & Poverty areas (as designated in the most recently updated TCAC/HCD Opportunity Maps).
• Marketing grants and other financial products for ADUs/JADUs in High Resource and Highest Resource areas (as designated in the most recently updated TCAC/HCD Opportunity Maps).
• Utilizing publicly owned land for affordable housing in High Resource and Highest Resource areas (as designated in the most recently updated TCAC/HCD Opportunity Maps).
• Establishment of an Enhanced Infrastructure Financing District or similar local financing tool in a Low Resource or High Segregation & Poverty area (as designated in the most recently updated TCAC/HCD Opportunity Maps). • Directing residual redevelopment funds or general funds to conservation or preservation of affordable housing in areas at high risk of displacement. 84 Appendix 5: Homeless Encampment Template
Subchapter 6.6 Prohousing Designation Program requires applicants to confirm that its treatment of encampments on public property complies with and will continue to comply with the constitutional rights of persons experiencing homelessness. An application must include a one-page summary demonstrating how the applicant has enacted best practices in their jurisdiction related to the treatment of unhoused individuals camping on public property, consistent with the United States Interagency Council on Homelessness’ “7 Principles for Addressing Encampments (June 17, 2022). The following template and certification are included to help jurisdictions meet this threshold.
• Principle 1: Establish a Cross-Agency, Multi-Sector Response to Encampments – Describe how system partners (name partners) work together to prioritize health and safety both for residents and unsheltered individuals. (350 characters max) • Principle 2: Engage Encampment Residents to Develop Solutions – Describe street outreach efforts to engage with encampment residents to find alternative shelter, housing, and service options using the housing first approach before an existing encampment is closed. (350 characters max)
• Principle 3: Conduct Comprehensive and Coordinated Outreach – Describe multidisciplinary connection strategies and linkages to resources and permanent housing solutions that is customized to individual needs. If applicable, describe how the jurisdiction uses the coordinated entry system to connect individuals to resources and permanent housing. (350 characters max)
• Principle 4: Address Basic Needs and Provide Storage – Describe efforts to meet basic needs, health, safety, and access to storage (timeframes) for people experiencing unsheltered homelessness while creating clear pathways to permanent housing. (350 characters max)
85 • Principle 5: Ensure Access to Shelter or Housing Options – Describe how low barrier resources to housing and supportive services are communicated to encampment residents. Include how strategies involve alternative measures to criminalization, focusing on service engagement and harm reduction. (350 characters max) • Principle 6: Develop Pathways to Permanent Housing and Supports – Describe Housing First strategies emphasizing low barriers, a harm-reduction model, and services to support people obtaining permanent housing more efficiently. Identify efforts to align federal, state, and local funding/programs to provide clear pathways to permanent housing. (350 characters max)
• Principle 7: Create a Plan for What Will Happen to Encampment Sites After Closure – Describe plans for former encampment spaces (long-term solutions to prevent encampments from reoccurring). Include efforts to emphasize safety, accessibility, and inclusivity that improve infrastructure. Example: Communities can include curb cuts to increase mobility access and enhanced lighting to encourage safety. (350 characters max) Certification and Authorization:

Signature of Authorized Representative Date
86 Appendix 6: Public Participation Checklist
Pursuant to Sections 6601, 6602, and 6605, applicants are required to demonstrate how they have engaged in a “Diligent Public Participation Process.” Please complete this checklist, and sign, to confirm that the applicant has complied with this requirement. Attach and reference any comments you received during the process.

Regulation Text Explanation Yes No
Outreach through a
variety of methods and
languages to ensure
access to the public
process and provide
opportunities for public
input.

Applicant should use methods such as newspaper
ads, email, social media, fliers, etc., to inform the
public that an application has been drafted and
posted for public comment. Language access
should reflect languages spoken in your local
community and should be available in multiple
languages in print media or upon request for digital
media.
☐ ☐
Specific effort to engage
all segments of the
community, including
individuals or
representatives of lowerincome and special
needs households, forprofit and non-profit
developers, and special
needs service providers.

Individuals and organizations representing lowerincome and special needs households, for-profit and non-profit developers, and special needs
service providers should be engaged, informed of,
and offered an opportunity to comment on the
application. Outreach lists utilized for Housing
Element compliance would suffice.
☐ ☐
Availability of the draft
document to the public,
including notification to
interested parties and all
segments of the
community, for thirty (30)
calendar days and
subsequent versions for
seven (7) calendar days.

Applicants should post the application in print and
digital forms, collect comments, and incorporate
those comments into the application if necessary.

Making the application available to the public could
be satisfied by posting the application online and/or
announcements through other mediums (e.g., local
newspapers) so long as these forums include
diverse segments of the community, including
individuals or representatives of lower-income and
special needs households, for-profit and non-profit
developers, and special needs service providers.
☐ ☐
Public hearings and
informative meetings.

For the purposes of satisfying this requirement, a
City Council or Board of Supervisors meeting
informing the public of the jurisdiction's intent to
submit a Prohousing Designation Program
application, in addition to any subsequent meetings
necessary to make revisions in response to public
comment, will satisfy this requirement.
☐ ☐
87 Consideration of
comments, including
incorporation of
comments into a
jurisdiction's application
and Prohousing Policies
as appropriate.

Provide all comments received with a description
of how the comment was incorporated into the
application. If the comment is not appropriate for
incorporation, please describe why.
☐ ☐
Certification and Authorization:

Signature of Authorized Representative Date
88 Appendix 7: Additional Information and Supporting Documentation 89 Draft Prohousing Designation Scoring Sheet
City of Visalia
Category Prohousing Policy Description Possible Points Actual Points Possible
Additional
Points
Y/N & Comments
1A
Sufficient sites, including rezoning, to accommodate 150 percent or greater of the current or draft RHNA, whichever is greater, by total and income category. These additional sites must be identified in the Jurisdiction’s housing element adequate sites inventory, consistent with Government Code section 65583, subdivisions (a)(3) and (c)(1).
3 No. City has 124% per Table 71.
1B
Permitting missing middle housing uses (e.g., duplexes, triplexes, and fourplexes) by right in existing low-density, single-family residential zones in a manner that exceeds the requirements of SB 9 (Chapter 162, Statutes of 2021, Gov. Code, §§ 65852.21, 66411.7).
3 No, but see Category 1E.
1C
Sufficient sites, including rezoning, to accommodate 125 to 149 percent of the current or draft RHNA, whichever is greater, by total and income category. These points shall not be awarded if the applicant earns three points pursuant to Category (1)(A) above. These additional sites must be identified in the Jurisdiction’s housing element adequate sites inventory, consistent with Government Code section 65583, subdivisions (a)(3) and (c)(1).
2 2
Maybe. Would need to add 1% of sites (+/- 120 units).

This could be attainable if City really scours parcels. Pro = it doesn't change City procedures. City should ask HCD if it can get credit for units issued in 6th cycle.
1D Density bonus programs that allow additional density for additional affordability beyond minimum statutory requirements (Gov. Code, § 65915 et seq.). 2 2 Maybe. Needs Council approval. 1E
Increasing allowable density in low-density, single-family residential areas beyond the requirements of state Accessory Dwelling Unit Law, (Gov. Code, §§ 65852.2, 65852.22) (e.g., permitting more than one converted ADU; one detached, new construction ADU; and one JADU per single-family lot), and in a manner that exceeds the requirements of SB 9 (Chapter 192, Statutes of 2021, Gov. Code, §§ 65852.21, 66411.7). These policies shall be separate from any qualifying policies under Category (1)(B).
2 2
Maybe. Potentially more likely than missing middle
housing. Might be able to allow one additional ADU Per GC 66314.
1F
Eliminating minimum parking requirements for residential development as authorized by Government Code section 65852.2; adopting vehicular parking ratios that are less than the relevant ratio thresholds at subparagraphs (A), (B), and (C) of Gov. Code section 65915, subdivision (p)(1); or adopting maximum parking requirements at or less than ratios pursuant to Gov. Code section 65915, subdivision (p).
2 2 Maybe. Needs Council approval.
1G
Zoning or incentives that are designed to increase affordable housing development in a range of types, including, but not limited to, large family units, Supportive Housing, housing for transition age foster youth, and deep affordability targeted for Extremely Low-Income Households in all parts of the Jurisdiction, with at least some of the zoning, other land use designation methods, or incentives being designed to increase affordable housing development in higher resource areas shown in the TCAC/HCD Opportunity Map, and with the Jurisdiction having confirmed that it considered and addressed potential environmental justice issues in adopting and implementing this policy, especially in areas with existing industrial and polluting uses.
2 No. May occur with future Housing Element programs if supported by CIty.
1H
Zoning or other land use designation methods to allow for residential or mixed uses in one or more non-residential zones (e.g., commercial, light industrial). Qualifying non-residential zones do not include open space or substantially similar zones. 1 1 Yes. D-MU and C-MU zones allow residential.
1I
Modification of development standards and other applicable zoning provisions or land use designation methods to promote greater development intensity. Potential areas of focus include floor area ratio, height limits, minimum lot or unit sizes, setbacks, and allowable dwelling units per acre. These policies must be separate from any qualifying policies under Category (1)(B) above. 1 1 Yes. Section 17.12.135.

Category 1: Favorable Zoning and Land Use

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1J
Establishment of a Workforce Housing Opportunity Zone, as defined in Government Code section 65620, or a Housing Sustainability District, as defined in Government Code section 66200.
1 No. Never been considered.
1K
Establishment of an inclusionary housing program requiring new developments to include housing affordable to and reserved for low- and very low-income households, consistent with the requirements of AB 1505 (Chapter 376, Statutes of 2017, Gov. Code, § 65850.01).
1 No. Needs Council approval.
1L Other zoning and land use actions not described in Categories (A)-(K) of this section that measurably support the Acceleration of Housing Production. 1 ? Total 21 2 8
Category Prohousing Policy Description Possible Points Actual Points Points per 2026 Update Y/N & Comments
2A Establishment of ministerial approval processes for multiple housing types, including, for example, single-family, multifamily and mixed-use housing. 3 3 Currently being considered for Subdivision & Parcel Maps.

City already has ministerial for MFR and mixed-use. See also 2E and 3H.
2B
Acceleration of Housing Production through the establishment of streamlined, program-level CEQA analysis and certification of general plans, community plans, specific plans with accompanying Environmental Impact Reports (EIR), and related documents.
2 2
Carleton Acres Specific Plan has 1000s of units approved through EIR.
2C
Documented practice of streamlining housing development at the project level, such as by enabling a by-right approval process or by utilizing statutory and categorical exemptions as authorized by applicable law, (e.g., Pub. Resources Code, §§ 21155.1, 21155.4, 21159.24, 21159.25; Gov. Code, § 65457; Cal Code Regs., tit. 14, §§ 15303, 15332; Pub. Resources Code, §§ 21094.5, 21099, 21155.2, 21159.28).
2 2
The City has given Statuatory Exemptions to the 3 Maracor projects & several infoll projects. Review State law.
2D
Establishment of permitting processes that take less than four months to complete.

Policies under this category must address all approvals necessary to issue building permits.
2 2 Yes, but needs to be documented.
2E Absence or elimination of public hearings for projects consistent with zoning and the general plan. 2 2
See also 2A and 3H. Currently being considered for
Subdivision & Parcel Maps.
2F Priority permit processing or reduced plan check times for homes affordable to Lower-Income Households. 2 2
Possibly, but must figure out how. Would have little impact on City codes.
2G
Establishment of consolidated or streamlined permit processes that minimize the levels of review and approval required for projects, and that are consistent with zoning regulations and the general plan.
1 1
Maybe. Perhaps building permit review. Must be
discussed internally.
2H
Absence, elimination, or replacement of subjective development and design standards with objective development and design standards that simplify zoning clearance and improve approval certainty and timing.
1 1 Yes. SFR adopted. MFR in 2026.
2I
Establishment of one-stop-shop permitting processes or a single point of contact where entitlements are coordinated across city approval functions (e.g., planning, public works, building) from entitlement application to certificate of occupancy. 1 1 Yes. Site Plan Review.
2J Priority permit processing or reduced plan check times for ADUs/JADUs or multifamily housing. 1 1
Maybe, for pre-approved ADUs. Also see 2F. Perhaps
review times for pre-approved ADUs can be reduced.
2K Establishment of a standardized application form for all entitlement applications. 1 1 Yes, debuted in 2025. 2L Documented practice of publicly posting status updates on project permit approvals on the internet. 1 1 Yes, Planning Division TSM and MFR. 2M
Limitation on the total number of hearings for any project to three or fewer.

Applicants that accrue points pursuant to category (2)(E) are not eligible for points under this category.
1 1 Yes, but needs to adopt policy
2N Other policies not described in Categories (2)(A)-(M) of this section that quantifiably decrease production timeframes or promote the streamlining of approval processes. 1 ? Category 2: Acceleration of Housing Production Timeframes

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Total 21 11 9
Category Prohousing Policy Description Possible Points Actual Points Points per 2026 Update Y/N & Comments
3A
Waiver or significant reduction of development impact fees for residential development with units affordable to Lower-Income Households. This provision does not include fees associated with the provision of housing affordable to LowerIncome Households (e.g., inclusionary in lieu fees, affordable housing impact fees, and commercial linkage fees).
3 3
Yes. SHE received an impact fee credits for the Lofts and impact fee deferrals for Rancho Colegio. See Affordable Housing Infill Incentive Program.
3B
Adoption of policies that result in less restrictive requirements than Government Code sections 65852.2 and 65852.22 to reduce barriers for property owners to create ADUs/JADUs. Examples of qualifying policies include, but are not limited to, development standards improvements, permit processing improvements, dedicated ADU/JADU staff, technical assistance programs, and pre-approved ADU/JADU design packages.
2 2
Maybe. Only pre-approved ADU plans. Would need to
discuss further.
3C
Adoption of other fee reduction strategies separate from Category (3)(A), including fee deferrals and reduced fees for housing for persons with special needs. This provision does not include fees associated with the provision of housing affordable to Lower-Income Households (e.g., inclusionary in lieu fees, affordable impact fees and commercial linkage fees).
1 1
May occur with 2026 HE Programs if supported by City.

The TIF Infill Credit Criteria & Downtown Business District Credit could qualify. The City already allows deferrals. 3D
Accelerating innovative housing production through innovative housing types (e.g., manufactured homes, recreational vehicles, park models, community ownership, and other forms of social housing) that reduce development costs. 1 No.
3E
Measures that reduce costs for transportation-related infrastructure or programs that encourage active modes of transportation or other alternatives to automobiles.

Qualifying policies include, but are not limited to, publicly funded programs to expand sidewalks or protect bike/micro-mobility lanes, creation of on-street parking for bikes, transit-related improvements, or establishment of carshare programs. 1 No, not likely.
3F Adoption of universal design ordinances pursuant to Health and Safety Code section 17959. 1 No, but check with Building.
3G
Establishment of pre-approved or prototype plans for missing middle housing types (e.g., duplexes, triplexes, and fourplexes) in low-density, single-family residential areas.
1 No.
3H Adoption of ordinances that reduce barriers, beyond existing law, for the development of housing affordable to Lower-Income Households. 1 1 See also 2A and 2E. Currently being considered for
Subdivision & Parcel Maps. May occur with future Housing Element programs.
3I Other policies not described in Categories (3)(A)-(H) of this section that quantifiably reduce construction or development costs. 1 ?
Total 12 3 4
Category Prohousing Policy Description Possible Points Actual Points Points per 2026 Update Y/N & Comments
4A Establishment of a housing fund or contribution of funds towards affordable housing through proceeds from approved ballot measures. 2 No.
4B
Establishment of local housing trust funds or collaboration on a regional housing trust fund, which include the Jurisdiction’s own funding contributions. The Jurisdiction must contribute to the local or regional housing trust fund regularly and significantly. For the purposes of this Category, “regularly” shall be defined as at least annually, and “significant” contributions shall be determined based on the impact the contributions have in accelerating the production of affordable housing. 2 No. Does CDBG / HOME count? No, a local housing trust fund is separate from CDBG and HOME funds.

Category 3: Reduction of Construction & Development Costs Category 4: Providing Financial Subsidies

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4C
Demonstration of regular use or planned regular use of funding (e.g., federal, state, or local) for preserving assisted units at-risk of conversion to market rate uses and conversion of market rate uses to units with affordability restrictions (e.g., acquisition/rehabilitation). For the purposes of this category, “regular use” can be demonstrated through the number of units preserved annually by utilizing this funding source.
2 2
Yes. The City has affordability restrictions to prevent converting to market rate.
4D Provide grants or low-interest loans for ADU/JADU construction affordable to Lowerand Moderate-Income Households. 2 No, but discuss with Self-Help if they have any ideas. They might do this elsewhere.
4E
A comprehensive program that complies with the Surplus Land Act (Gov. Code, § 54220 et seq.) and that makes publicly owned land available for affordable housing, or for multifamily housing projects with the highest feasible percentage of units affordable to Lower Income Households. A qualifying program may utilize mechanisms such as land donations, land sales with significant write-downs, or below-market land leases.
2 2
Maybe. May occur with future Housing Element programs if supported by City.
4F
Establishment of an Enhanced Infrastructure Financing District or similar local financing tool that, to the extent feasible, directly supports housing developments in an area where at least 20 percent of the residences will be affordable to LowerIncome Households. 2 EIFDs are being considered for commercial, but not
housing.
4G Prioritization of local general funds to accelerate the production of housing affordable to Lower-Income Households. 2 2
General Funds paid for 2 NW 5th Ave lots to develop
affordable single-family homes sold to low-income first-time homebuyers. However, General Funds were only used
once to accelerate the production of affordable housing with the NW 5th Avenue project. This is not the norm
4H Directed residual redevelopment funds to accelerate the production of affordable housing. 1 1
Yes, residual redevelopment funds are used to accelerate affordable housing production like the Lofts and Majestic Gardens.

HCD confirmed that Category 4 is not restricted to local funds, state and federal funds are acceptable. (see HCD email)
4I
Development and regular (at least biennial) use of a housing subsidy pool, local or regional trust fund, or other similar funding source sufficient to facilitate and support the development of housing affordable to Lower-Income Households. 1 1
Yes, annually the City dedicates HOME funds for the
development of affordable housing LI households.

HCD confirmed that Category 4 is not restricted to local funds, state and federal funds are acceptable. (see HCD email)
4J Prioritization of local general funds for affordable housing. This point shall not be awarded if the applicant earns two points pursuant to Category (4)(G). 1 No. 4K Providing operating subsidies for permanent Supportive Housing. 1 1 Yes. The City provides operating subsidies for Permanent Supportive Housing via ERF and HOME TBRA.

HCD confirmed that Category 4 is not restricted to local funds, state and federal funds are acceptable. (see HCD email)
4L Providing subsidies for housing affordable to Extremely Low-Income Households. 1 1 Yes, The City provides subsidies for extremely low-income households via ERF and HOME TBRA.

HCD confirmed that Category 4 is not restricted to local funds, state and federal funds are acceptable. (see HCD email)

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4M
Other policies not described in Categories (4)(A)-(L) of this section that quantifiably promote, develop, or leverage financial resources for housing affordable to LowerIncome Households.1 1 All our affordable housing developments promote, develop, and leverage financial resources for affordable housing or LI households.

HCD confirmed that Category 4 is not restricted to local funds, state and federal funds are acceptable. (see HCD email)
Total 20 7 4
Category Prohousing Policy Description Possible Points Actual Points Points per 2026 Update Y/N & Comments
1 The policy represents one element of a unified, multi-faceted strategy to promote multiple planning objectives, such as efficient land use, access to public transportation, housing affordable to Lower-Income Households, climate change solutions, and/or hazard mitigation.
2 2
Policies that promote development consistent with the state planning priorities pursuant to Government Code section 65041.1. 1
3 Policies that diversify planning and target community and economic development investments (housing and non-housing) toward place-based strategies for community revitalization and equitable quality of life in lower opportunity areas. Such areas include, but are not limited to, Low Resource and High Segregation & Poverty areas designated in the most recently updated TCAC/HCD Opportunity Maps, and disadvantaged communities pursuant to Health and Safety Code sections 39711 and 39715 (California Senate Bill 535 (2012).
1 4
Policies that go beyond state law requirements in reducing displacement of LowerIncome Households and conserving existing housing stock that is affordable to Lower-Income Households.
1 5
Rezoning and other policies that support intensification of residential development in Location Efficient Communities. 1
6 Rezoning and other policies that result in a net gain of housing capacity while concurrently mitigating development impacts on or from Environmentally Sensitive or Hazardous Areas.
1 1 Santa Fe/Beech & Riggin/Linwood are rezones.
7 Zoning policies, including inclusionary housing policies, that increase housing choices and affordability, particularly for Lower-Income Households, in High Resource and Highest Resource areas, as designated in the most recently updated TCAC/HCD Opportunity Maps.
1 8
Other policies that involve meaningful actions towards Affirmatively Furthering Fair Housing outside of those required pursuant to Government Code sections 65583, subdivision (c)(10), and 8899.50, including, but not limited to, outreach campaigns, updated zoning codes, and expanded access to financing support. 1 1
We have an active Fair Housing contract with CSET to
conduct outreach, campaign, and provide education on fair housing resources.

Total 9 1 1
Total 83 24 26
Required Points 30 Green indicates "Yes" responses
Actual Points 24 Yellow indicates "Maybe" responses
Difference 6
Enhancement Factors

Prohousing Designation Program

ACCELERATING HOUSING PRODUCTION
California Department of Housing and Community Development 95 PROHOUSING

DESIGNATION
Created by the Legislature
through the 2019-2020 Budget
Act, the Prohousing Designation
and Incentive Programs seek to:

1. Increase housing
opportunities throughout
California and address the
state's housing crisis

2. Offer flexibility in achieving
Designation (many pathways
through scoring)
Over the counter process & in- house TA
96 WHY BE
PROHOUSING?
Receive priority processing
and additional funding points when
applying for select grant programs: • Affordable Housing & Sustainable Communities Program
• Infill Infrastructure Grant Program • Transformative Climate Communities
• Solutions for Congested Corridors • Local Partnership Program • Transit and Intercity Rail Capital Program
• Sustainable Transportation
Planning Grant Program
Also receive eligibility for the
Prohousing Incentive Program 97

PROHOUSING PRINCIPLES
Increase
development
capacity and
variety
Streamline
housing
process
Planning
consistent with
state priorities
Collaborate to
align policies
and programs
Promote
equitable
communities
98 (as of April 2025)
Prohousing Designated Jurisdictions

1. Alameda

2. Berkeley

3. Brea

4. Citrus Heights

5. Crescent City

6. El Cerrito

7. Emeryville

8. Eureka

9. Fairfield

10. Fontana

11. Healdsburg

12. Long Beach

13. Los Altos

14. Los Angeles

15. Los Angeles County

16. Moreno Valley

17. Mountain View

18. Napa

19. Needles

20. Oakland

21. Petaluma

22. Pinole

23. Placer County

24. Rancho Cordova

25. Rancho Cucamonga

26. Redwood City

27. Richmond

28. Riverside

29. Rohnert Park

30. Roseville

31. Sacramento

32. Sacramento County

33. Salinas

34. San Diego

35. San Diego County

36. San Francisco

37. San Leandro

38. San Luis Obispo

39. San Luis Obispo County

40. Santa Cruz

41. Santa Monica

42. Santa Rosa

43. Sonoma County

44. South Lake Tahoe

45. South San Francisco

46. Stockton

47. Tulare County

48. Ukiah

49. Walnut Creek

50. West Hollywood

51. West Sacramento

52. Windsor

53. Yuba County
99 APPLICATION PROCESS
• Submit existing and proposed policies related to housing development, with supporting documentation
• Minimum one policy per topic area
• 30 points required out of 154 possible points
• HCD has 60 days to review your application then provide feedback • Proposed Policies must be completed within two years of applications submittal • Designation expires 3 years from the January 1st following your designation award date.

Favorable
Zoning and
Land Use
Acceleration of
Housing
Production
Timeframes
Reduction of
Construction
and
Development
Costs
Providing
Financial
Subsidies
Enhancement
Points
100

THRESHOLD REQUIREMENTS
Compliant
housing element
and annual
progress reports
All current
cycle rezones
complete –
per Gov Code
65583(c)(1)
Compliance
with all relevant
housing laws,
including no
active HAU
violations
Compliance with
7 Principles for
Addressing
Encampments
Signed Formal
Resolution
Diligent Public
Participation
Process
Current on all
Housing Element
Commitments
101

PUBLIC PARTICIPATION
• Applicants must complete a "diligent" public participation process that includes outreach to all segments of the community
• "Diligent" means:
• Outreach through a variety of methods and languages – (ex. outreach through email lists used for the Housing Element is appropriate)
• Includes effort to engage individuals or representatives of lowerincome and special needs households and other stakeholders • Posting the complete Prohousing application (including scoring criteria and thresholds) for minimum of 30 days
• Following HCD's review, if substantive changes are required, subsequent versions must be posted for 7 days
• The application must be part of a public hearing or informative meeting, presenting at a Council or BoS meeting at the start of the 30 days is appropriate
• Consider comments and incorporate
as needed
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7 PRINCIPLES FOR HOMELESS
ENCAMPMENTS • Submit a summary confirming
treatment of homeless encampments
and how will comply with the
constitutional rights of persons
experiencing homelessness
• Best practices must be consistent with
the United States' Interagency Council
on Homelessness: "7 Principles for
Addressing Encampments
"
• Template available in Appendix 5 of
the application
• HCD is providing technical assistance
to local governments
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30 point
minimum
Minimum 1
item per
category
Favorable zoning and
land use
Accelerate housing
production
timeframes
Reduce construction
and development
costs
Provide financial
subsidies
Enhanced
scoring
• Demonstrates
policies aligned
with Principles
• Additional points
per scoring item

SCORING REQUIREMENTS
104

FAVORABLE ZONING AND LAND USE
Rezones sufficient sites to accommodate 150% or more of regional housing needs by total and income category
Permits missing middle (duplex, triplex, four-plex, etc.) housing uses
Eliminates parking requirements, and establishes parking maximums
+3
+3
+2
105

ACCELERATING PRODUCTION TIMEFRAMES
Establishes ministerial approval processes for a variety of housing types
Documents practice of streamlining housing development
Priority permit processing for ADUs, multifamily, affordable housing +3
+2
+1
106

REDUCING CONSTRUCTION & DEVELOPMENT COSTS
Provides impact fee waivers or reduction
Promotes innovative housing types that reduce costs
Reduces transportation-related infrastructure costs
Provides pre-approved or prototype plans for missing middle housing types
+3
+1
+1
+1
107

PROVIDING FINANCIAL SUBSIDIES
Local Housing Trust Funds
ADU grants and Low Interest Loan Programs
Land Donations Through Surplus Land
Program
Enhanced Infrastructure Financing Districts
+2
+2
+2
+2
108

ENHANCED SCORING
Applicants may seek to add enhancement
points for any one category
• Only one enhancement per category (ex.

Enhancement #1 for category 1A)
• Jurisdictions must provide a description of
how their policies meet enhancement
criteria
Enhancements range from:
• #1. A policy or program representing one
element of a unified, multi-faceted strategy
to promote multiple planning objectives.
to
• #8. Policies that involve meaningful actions
towards Affirmatively Furthering Fair
Housing.
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BEST PRACTICES (RURAL)
• City of Needles Category 1E: Going above
ADU law by permitting up to five ADUs byright.
• City of Crescent City Category 2D: Maintains
a streamlined permitting review and
processing that does not exceed four
months.
• City of Ukiah Category 4H: Created the
Housing Services Division to administer
federal, state, and local housing
development programs.
110

BEST PRACTICES
(SUBURBAN)
• City of Emeryville Category 1A: Identified 19 sites to exceed their Regional Housing Needs
Assessment by 203%. Locations
prioritize enhancing connectivity and livability.
• City of Walnut Creek Category 1D: Adopted the
Community Benefits program, provides
opportunities to developers to receive
greater height limits, FAR, & density bonuses
• City of Salinas Category 3D: Approved modular
construction for a 50-unit affordable housing
development for low-income households in the first
project to utilize modular construction methods on
the Central Coast.
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BEST PRACTICES (URBAN)
• City of Riverside Category 2C: Public Permit Portal
streamlines development projects without visiting
City Hall. Applicants remotely submit permit
applications, electronic plans, pay fees, track
progress, complete permit issuance, and schedule
and receive inspection results.
• City of Redwood City Category 3B: Pre-approved
ADU construction plans with over-the-counter
approval within a week.
• City of Santa Monica Category 4B: Directs general
sales tax funds from a 2016 voter initiative into
its Housing Trust Fund to create new affordable
housing projects.
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Monitoring and Revocation (Purpose)
• The Department shall monitor Prohousing Designations on an ongoing basis and may revoke a Prohousing Designation at any time for:
• Failing to enact or implement a proposed Prohousing Policy • Failing to facilitate the planning, approval, or construction of a variety of housing types
• Failing to implement integrated planning and development consistent with state planning priorities
• Failing to meets its obligations to Affirmatively Further Fair Housing • Failing to comply with state housing law
• Failing to take action or has taken action inconsistent with a housing element
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Monitoring and Revocation (Process)
• The Department shall notify the Jurisdiction within 30 days, in writing, of any review that it commences
• Jurisdiction will have 30 days to respond and include a schedule of corrective action • The Department shall issue a preliminary finding to the jurisdiction within 75 days of its notification of review • Preliminary findings will include: a preliminary determination that a violation has been made, a corrective action plan, and deadline to comply
• Deadline to comply shall be no later than 90 days from the preliminary finding • Jurisdiction will respond within 30 days of notification of the preliminary finding • The Department shall issue a final determination within 75 days of the deadline for the jurisdiction’s response to the preliminary finding • Final determination shall state whether the violation has been resolved and, if not, that the jurisdiction’s designation has been revoked
• Jurisdictions may reapply to the program after remedying the violations identified in the final determination
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Thank you for your time and we look forward to
assisting you develop your jurisdiction’s application!
If you have any questions regarding the Prohousing Designation Program (PDP), please contact [email protected].

FAQ and other technical assistance materials available at https://www.hcd.ca.gov/planningand-community-development/prohousing-designation-program Subscribe to HCD’s Email Signup to be notified of any program updates 115
What is the
Prohousing
Incentive
Program?
116

PROHOUSING INCENTIVE (PIP)

PROGRAM
PIP is intended to reward Prohousing
jurisdictions with additional funding to
accelerate affordable housing
production and support preservation
117
PIP Overview • Designed to reward Prohousing designated local governments with funding to support housing policies and programs • Eligible uses: predevelopment and development of affordable housing, accessibility modification,
homeownership opportunities, assisting person
experiencing or at risk of homelessness and much
more
• Jurisdictions that have not received PIP funding in the past will be prioritized in new rounds
• On June 12, 2023, HCD announced 18 jurisdictions to
receive more than $33 million as part of the first round of Prohousing Incentive Pilot Program Funding
• On August 1, 2024, PIP Round 2 awarded over $15 million to 19 jurisdictions 118
PIP Program Requirements
• Eligible Applicants may submit a PIP application
simultaneously with the PDP application, or after submitting the PDP application Threshold
• Similar uses as Permanent Local Housing Eligible Uses Allocation (PLHA) and SB 2 Planning Grant • Geographic Categories Award Amounts • Base + Bonus Awards *PIP Awards cannot be made until Prohousing Designation is conferred
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Awardees
Round 1
• Southern California
• City of San Diego: $5,000,000
• City of Riverside: $2,440,000
• County of San Diego: $2,400,000
• City of Los Angeles: $4,900,000
• City of Needles: $445,000
• Bay Area
• City of Emeryville: $575,000
• City of Redwood City: $890,000
• City of Oakland: $2,390,000
• City of El Cerrito: $620,000
• San Joaquin Valley
• City of Stockton: $2,370,000
• City of Fresno: $2,064,891.45

PIP DISTRIBUTION
• Sacramento Area
• City of Sacramento: $2,500,000
• City of West Sacramento: $970,000
• Yuba County: $960,000
• City of Rancho Cordova: $960,000
• City of Roseville: $1,610,000
• Central Coast
• City of Salinas: $1,650,000
• North State and Sierra Nevada
• City of Ukiah: $455,000
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Awardees
Round 2
• Southern California
• City of Santa Monica: $1,000,000
• City of West Hollywood: $750,000
• City of Brea: $660,000
• City of Rancho Cucamonga: $1,150,000
• City of Fontana: $1,090,000
• Bay Area
• City of Pinole: $650,000
• City of Berkeley: $1,250,000
• City of Rohnert Park: $670,000
• City of Healdsburg: $560,000
• City of South San Francisco: $890,000
• City of Mountain View: $870,000
• City of Petaluma: $840,000
• City of Fairfield: $774,253.08

PIP DISTRIBUTION
• Sacramento Area
• City of Citrus Heights: $960,000
• City of South Lake Tahoe: $620,000
• Central Coast
• City of Santa Cruz: $500,000
• City of San Luis Obispo: $750,000
• North State and Sierra Nevada
• City of Crescent City: $650,000
• City of Eureka: $630,000
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Project Examples
City of Rohnert Park
Financial incentive of $670,000 for
predevelopment and/or development of
affordable housing in Downtown.

City of Citrus Heights
Partnership with Habitat for Humanity to
design, develop, and construct 26 new
single-family units for very low- and lowincome families.

City of Santa Monica
Allocation of $1,000,000 towards
preventing homelessness through shortterm rental assistance for vulnerable renters.

PIP DISTRIBUTION
City of Mountain View
Allocation of funds for architectural drawings,
design/engineering/green building consulting,
environmental consulting, local permit fees, and
administration costs for a housing project.

City of San Luis Obispo
Allocation of $750,000 from Affordable Housing
Fund to support affordable housing construction,
prioritizing the Transitions Mental Health
Association Palm Street Studios project.
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PROHOUSING PROGRAM INFORMATION
• Technical Assistance is currently being provided through [email protected].
• FAQs are available at https://www.hcd.ca.gov/planning-and-communitydevelopment/prohousing-designation-program. • Subscribe to HCD’s Email Signup to be notified of any program updates. 123
Prohousing Designation
Discussion
City Council
March 16, 2026
Planning & Housing Divisions
124
Introduction
• State HCD offers a Prohousing Designation Program to incentivize jurisdictions that go above and beyond and use innovative ways to increase housing opportunities. • Prohousing is completely optional and offers non-competitive funding to be used toward housing development or assistance programs.
• Staff finds that Visalia is close to reaching the minimum requirements for a complete application.
• Staff is seeking Council’s direction whether to proceed with filing an application. 125
What is Prohousing?
The Prohousing Designation Program was created through 2019-2020 Legislature.

Receiving a Designation offers two primary incentives:

1. Gives additional scoring points in many state competitive funding programs, which have supported projects like The Lofts at Fort Visalia, Rancho Colegio & Crescent Meadows.

2. Access to the Prohousing Incentive Program (PIP), a non-competitive funding program to assist jurisdictions with implementing Prohousing Policies.

PIP is currently in Round 4 of its NOFA.
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Funding Available Through PIP
Base Award Amount: $750,000
+
*Bonus Award: up to $500,000, equal to a jurisdiction’s Prohousing Designation Score x 10,000 =
Maximum Possible: $1,250,000
*Visalia could receive a minimum $1,050,000, based on the minimum required score of 30, but is eligible to receive a maximum of $1,250,000 if its Prohousing Designation score is 50+. 127
Project Activities that can be funded with PIP
• Affordable housing development (i.e., Crescent Meadows Phase 2) • Visalia Navigation Center operational assistance
• Eden House operational assistance
• Warming Center operational assistance
• An emergency shelter development and/or operational assistance • Tenant-based rental assistance for people experiencing or at-risk of homelessness Operational assistance may include the following costs: personnel, leasing/rent, utilities, facility maintenance, telephone, internet, supplies, equipment, janitorial services, security, and/or client assistance. 128
City Activities that can be funded with PIP
• Updates to general plans, community plans, specific plans, local planning related to implementation of sustainable communities’ strategies.
• Updates to zoning ordinances.
• Environmental analyses that eliminate the need for project-specific review. • Local process improvements that expedite local planning and permitting. 129
Application Requirements
• Resolution – Adopted prior to filing
• Self-Scoring Sheet
• Demonstrating compliance with Prohousing Policies
• Must score 30 points minimum
• Statement of Practices Towards Homeless Encampments
• Template provided in Appendix of Prohousing application • Public Participation – 30-day diligent public participation process with public hearing 130
Scoring – Visalia complies with the following Prohousing Policies Category 1: Favorable Zoning and Land Use
1H Zoning or other land use designation methods to allow for residential or mixed uses in one or more non-residential zones (e.g., commercial, light industrial). 1I Modification of development standards and other applicable zoning provisions or land use designation methods to promote greater development intensity. 131
Scoring – Visalia complies with the following Prohousing Policies Category 2: Acceleration of Housing Production Timeframes 2B Acceleration of Housing Production through the establishment of streamlined, programlevel CEQA analysis and certification of … specific plans with accompanying EIRs 2C Documented practice of streamlining housing development at the project level, such as by enabling a by-right approval process or by utilizing statutory and categorical exemptions 2D Establishment of permitting processes that take less than four months to complete. Policies under this category must address all approvals necessary to issue building permits. 132
Scoring – Visalia complies with the following Prohousing Policies Category 2: Acceleration of Housing Production Timeframes (continued) 2H Absence, elimination, or replacement of subjective development and design standards with objective development and design standards
2I Establishment of one-stop-shop permitting processes
2K Establishment of a standardized application form for all entitlement applications. 2L Publicly posting status updates on project permit approvals on the internet. 2M Limitation on the total number of hearings for any project to three or fewer.* *An internal policy must be adopted
133
Scoring – Visalia complies with the following Prohousing Policies Category 3: Reduction of Construction & Development Costs 3A Waiver or significant reduction of development impact fees for residential development with units affordable to Lower-Income Households.
134
Scoring – Visalia complies with the following Prohousing Policies Category 4: Providing Financial Subsidies
4C Demonstration of regular use or planned regular use of funding (e.g., federal, state, or local) for preserving assisted units at-risk of conversion to market rate uses and conversion of market rate uses to units with affordability restrictions (e.g., acquisition/rehabilitation). 4H Directed residual redevelopment funds to accelerate the production of affordable housing. 4I Development and regular (at least biennial) use of a housing subsidy pool, local or regional trust fund, or other similar funding source sufficient to facilitate and support the development of housing affordable to lower-income households.
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Scoring – Visalia complies with the following Prohousing Policies Category 4: Providing Financial Subsidies (continued)
4K Providing operating subsidies for permanent supportive housing. 4L Providing subsidies for housing affordable to extremely low-income households. 4M Other policies that quantifiably promote, develop, or leverage financial resources for housing affordable to lower-income households.

Visalia’s affordable housing developments promote, develop, and leverage financial resources for affordable housing or low-income households. 136
Scoring – Visalia complies with the following Prohousing Policies Enhancement Factors
8 Other policies that involve meaningful actions towards Affirmatively Furthering Fair Housing outside of those required pursuant to State law, including, but not limited to, outreach campaigns, updated zoning codes, and expanded access to financing support.

Visalia has an active fair housing contract with CSET to conduct outreach, campaign, and provide education on fair housing resources.

Total Score is 24 Points based on City’s compliance with all preceding Policies 137
Additional Prohousing Policies to achieve 30 points or more Category 1: Favorable Zoning and Land Use
1C Designate additional sufficient site to accommodate 125 to 149 percent of Visalia’s current RHNA allocation, by total and income category. (2 points)
1D Density bonus programs that allow additional density for additional affordability beyond minimum statutory requirements. (2 points)
1E Increasing allowable density in low-density, single-family residential areas beyond the requirements of state Accessory Dwelling Unit Law and SB 9 requirements. (2 points) 1F Eliminating minimum parking requirements; adopting vehicular parking ratios less than thresholds in state law, or maximum parking requirements at or less than ratios in state law. (2 points) 138
Additional Prohousing Policies to achieve 30 points or more Category 2: Acceleration of Housing Production Timeframes 2A Establishment of ministerial approval processes for multiple housing types, including, for example, single-family, multifamily and mixed-use housing. (3 points) 2E Absence or elimination of public hearings for projects consistent with zoning and the general plan. (2 points)
Note: Commission and Council have directed staff to proceed with 2A and 2E at work sessions held February 9 and March 2.
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Additional Prohousing Policies to achieve 30 points or more Category 2: Acceleration of Housing Production Timeframes (continued) 2F Priority permit processing or reduced plan check times for homes affordable to lower-income households. (2 points)
2G Establishment of consolidated or streamlined permit processes that minimize the levels of review and approval required for projects, and that are consistent with zoning regulations and the general plan. (1 point)
2J Priority permit processing or reduced plan check times for ADUs/JADUs or multifamily housing. (1 point)
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Additional Prohousing Policies to achieve 30 points or more Category 3: Reduction of Construction & Development Costs 3B Adoption of policies that result in less restrictive requirements than state law to reduce barriers for property owners to create ADUs/JADUs. (2 points)
3C Adoption of other fee reduction strategies, including fee deferrals and reduced fees for housing for persons with special needs. (1 point)
3H Adoption of ordinances that reduce barriers, beyond existing law, for the development of housing affordable to Lower-Income Households. (1 point)
Note: Commission and Council directed staff to proceed with 3H at work sessions held February 9 and March 2.
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Additional Prohousing Policies to achieve 30 points or more Category 4: Providing Financial Subsidies
4E A comprehensive program that complies with the Surplus Land Act and that makes publicly owned land available for affordable housing, or for multifamily housing projects with the highest feasible percentage of units affordable to lower income households. A qualifying program may utilize mechanisms such as land donations, land sales with significant write-downs, or below-market land leases. (2 points)
4G Prioritization of local general funds to accelerate the production of housing affordable to lower-income households. (2 points)
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Additional Prohousing Policies to achieve 30 points or more Enhancement Factors
6 Rezoning and other policies that result in a net gain of housing capacity while concurrently mitigating development impacts on or from Environmentally Sensitive or Hazardous Areas. (1 point)
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OTHER BENEFITS

1. Provides opportunities to streamline and
prioritize processing of ADU permits.

2. Provides increased opportunities for affordable
housing.
144

RECOMMENDED MOTION
• Direct staff to proceed with filing an application.
• If directed to proceed, then also provide direction
on types / categories that staff will pursue.
145
Questions
&
Discussion
146
Visalia City Council
Staff Report
Visalia City Council
707 W. Acequia
Visalia, CA 93291
File #: 25-0675 Agenda Date: 3/16/2026 Agenda #: 4.

Agenda Item Wording:

Cannabis Ordinance Discussion - Receive and review draft Cannabis Ordinance, draft cannabis business application and selection process, and provide staff with direction on changes to these documents, and authorize an amendment to the existing HdL contract to assist staff in a fee nexus study to set all applicable fee amounts for the cannabis business program by appropriating $12,000 from the General Fund for this contract amendment. This item is scheduled for the Work Session; if not completed, it may be continued during the Regular Session portion of this meeting.

Agenda Date: 03/16/2026
Prepared by:

Devon Jones, Economic Development Manager, [email protected], (559) 713-4190; Paul Bernal, Planning and Community Preservation Director, [email protected], (559) 713-4025; Jim Koontz, City Attorney
Department Recommendation:

Receive the staff report and presentation on the draft Cannabis Ordinance, City’s Cannabis Business Application, and selection process and provide staff with any input or necessary changes to these documents prior to considering the ordinance and related material for adoption at a future City Council meeting.

In addition, staff recommends the City Council amend the existing sole source contract with HdL to assist staff in preparing a cannabis fee nexus study to determine all applicable processing fee amounts for the cannabis business program, by appropriating $12,000 from the General Fund for this contract amendment. Please note during the preparation of the cannabis ordinance, cannabis application and selection process, staff noted that no fee had been identified/adopted via a nexus study to charge applicants if/when an ordinance were to become adopted.

Summary:

The consultant, HdL, along with staff and the City Attorney’s office, have prepared the draft Cannabis Ordinance (Chapter 4.04) based on input and feedback provided by City Council and Planning Commission in past work session meetings. The draft Cannabis Ordinance is currently worded to establish the number of businesses permitted to operate in the City of Visalia at zero; however, the draft ordinance effectively establishes the regulatory framework for such businesses to operate when Council elects to proceed with permitting such businesses to operate within the City of Visalia at a future date. This is based on prior direction from Council during work session discussions.

Furthermore, the storefront and non-storefront retail cannabis business application and selection processes for potential adoption by separate resolution have also been drafted per prior input received from Council. These processes are unique from the other cannabis business application processes (distributor, manufacturer, microbusiness, processor, delivery only medical marijuana retail, and testing laboratory) because these are the only two business license types that are proposed to have restricted amounts. In both cases, Council input thus far has suggested three Visalia City Council Page 1 of 9 Printed on 3/12/2026
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proposed to have restricted amounts. In both cases, Council input thus far has suggested three licenses per type.

Both the draft ordinance and draft application and selection processes are presented this evening for review before coming back to Council for formal adoption later this year. Additionally, the draft Zoning chapter (Chapter 17) edits indicating zones where such cannabis businesses are to be allowed to operate and definitions of such uses is provided for review as well. Important to note is that retail storefront buffer requirements are established in the Cannabis Ordinance itself.

Lastly, staff request the Council amend the existing sole source contract with HdL to assist staff in preparing a cannabis fee nexus study to determine all applicable fee amounts for administering the cannabis business program. During the preparation of the ordinance and related application and processing material, it became apparent that a fee nexus study had not been contemplated as there are several associated fees with the licensing process and City staff will need the assistance of HdL to accurately assess all costs associated with eventual implementation of a Cannabis Business License program.

The contract amendment request requires City Council authorization to appropriate $12,000 from the General Fund. Once a draft fee schedule is determined, staff will present to Council for review and adoption by separate resolution.

New Draft Cannabis Business Ordinance - Chapter 4.04:

The draft Cannabis Business Ordinance establishes the regulatory framework for commercial cannabis activities within the City of Visalia. The ordinance is crafted based on input from Council and recommendations from staff and the consultant. Highlights of language included in the Cannabis Business Ordinance are as follows:

Chapter 4.04.410 (see Attachment 1: Draft Ordinance)
- Hour restrictions of 9:00 A.M. to 9:00 P.M. for retail storefront and non-storefront and delivery services but no stated restrictions on other types of uses beyond retail. Hour restrictions for delivery only medical marijuana retail would follow state law only, which currently restricts from 6:00 A.M. to 10:00 P.M.

Chapter 4.04.170 (see Attachment 1: Draft Ordinance)
- Annual terms to expire June 30th to align with the City’s regular business tax term.

Chapter 4.04.100 (see Attachment 1: Draft Ordinance)
- Limit number of cannabis business licenses at this time to zero. Council may change this at any time after ordinance adoption by resolution.

Chapter 4.04.340 (see Attachment 1: Draft Ordinance)
- Sensitive uses and buffer sizes for retail storefront buffer:
o 600 foot buffer from existing:
§ Churches
§ Parks - not to include open space land use, trails or conservation easements § Schools - K-12, public and private
§ State licensed day care facilities
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§ “Youth centers”
o 100 foot buffer from all residential zoning
Chapter 4.04.130 (see Attachment 1: Draft Ordinance)
- Application and selection process to be codified by separate resolution.

Chapter 4.04.180 (see Attachment 1: Draft Ordinance)
- The City Manager is authorized to make all decisions concerning the issuance of renewal licenses.

Chapter 4.04.250 (see Attachment 1: Draft Ordinance)
- Similarly, appeals will be heard by an appointee designated by the City Manager.

Rescind Chapter 5.66:

Based on the adoption of the Cannabis Ordinance, staff is noting that Chapter 5.66 (which pertains to state mandate to permit delivery only medical marijuana retail businesses as a result of SB 1186) would effectively be outdated, and no longer valid. To reduce confusion and be more efficient and simplified for both staff and potential businesses, provisions in Chapter 5.66 are now incorporated into Chapter 4.04. This will also require some minor edits to Ch. 8.64 to be consistent as well.

Updates to Chapter 17 (Zoning):

In addition to the ordinance changes as noted above, updates to Chapter 17 (Zoning) are required and will be reviewed by Planning Commission before coming to Council for formal adoption. As identified in Attachment 4, the proposed edits that will be reviewed by Planning Commission include:

Chapter 17.25 Zone Use Matrix (see Attachment 4: Draft Zoning ordinance update) - Permitted commercial cannabis businesses includes:
o Retail storefront and non-storefront.
o Cultivation: Only the ‘Processor’ sub license type which consists of businesses “that only trim, sift, cure, dry, grade, package or label cannabis.” Given Visalia could offer a competitive location to conduct such activities without the potential concerns of the other cultivation use types (water consumption), this type will be considered. o Manufacturing.
o Distribution.
o Testing laboratory.
o Microbusiness: Only to include ‘Processor’ Cultivation sub license type and only nonstorefront Retail use type. Only zoning to consider for Microbusiness use type will be Light Industrial or Industrial.
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on prior direction from Council):
o Retail storefront:
§ Conditionally Permitted in Regional Commercial (C-R), Commercial Mixed Use (CMU), and Service Commercial (C-S)
§ However, retail storefronts will not be allowed in the Microbrewery/Microwinery Overlay District (i.e., East Downtown area)
o Non-storefront retail will be conditionally permitted in Light Industrial (I-L) and Industrial (I) zones and specifically in the Visalia Industrial Park Overlay area only. This overlay area will encompass the appropriately zoned property mainly found west of Shirk Street but including the properties along Shirk between Doe Avenue and Grove Avenue. o All other use types that may be allowed in I-L or I zones shall also be restricted to this Visalia Industrial Park Overlay.
§ Distributors, Manufacturers, Microbusiness, and Processors o Testing Laboratories will be conditionally permitted in Commercial Mixed Use (C-MU), Professional/Administrative Office (O-PA), Business Research Park (BRP), and I-L and I zones.
o Delivery Only Medical Marijuana Retail will remain permitted by right in the I-L and I zones in order to be in compliance with SB 1186.

Business Application and Selection Process Resolution:

The following structure and required information materials for retail storefront and retail non-storefront cannabis business applications are as follows (see Attachments 2 and 3):
- Commercial Cannabis Business Application
- Financial Responsibility, Indemnity and Consent to Inspection Terms Agreement - Agreement on Limitations of City’s Liability, and Certifications, Assurances, Warranties, and Indemnification to City
- Property Owner Consent/Landlord Affidavit
- Proof Property Ownership or Lease Agreement/Letter of Intent to Lease - Proof of insurability from an Insurance Company
- Zoning Verification Application
- Application Zoning Verification Letter
- Application fee
- Require background checks
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Application Evaluation and Review
- Business Plan
o Includes various elements of typical business plans, including in this case, items such as owner qualifications, past performance, budgets and pro forma, proof of capitalization, description of operations.
o Requires demonstration of proof of capitalization in the form of documentation of cash or other liquid assets on hand, letters of credit, or other equivalent assets along with full budget for construction and operation.
- Location and Neighborhood Compatibility Plan
o Should include elements typical for the City’s site plan review submittals but also how the potential business will proactively address and respond to any neighborhood complaints or concerns (odor control plan, managing traffic, waste management plan, etc.) in order to address neighborhood compatibility.
- Safety and Security Plan
o Should consider all possible fire, medical and hazardous situations, as well as all access control, inventory control, cash handling procedures. Complete policy/procedures manuals are not required at this point in the application process however, a great deal of review of the eventual requirements will need to be evident and detail will need to be provided at this stage.
- Community Benefits Plan
o Based on prior input from Council and similar forms of development agreement requirements in the area, staff is recommending a minimum cash value of $50,000 or 1% of annual gross receipts, whichever is greater, annually. Here are some examples of what other jurisdictions have required in the area:
§ City of Tulare and Valley Pure: One-time payment of $100,000 and annual payments of $50,000 for various projects, plus the annual tax rate. § City of Tulare and Token Farms: 2% of its sales annually to a local nonprofit plus annual tax rate.
§ City of Porterville and City Culture Cannabis Club: yearly sum of $30,000.00 or 1% of Owner’s annual gross receipts, whichever amount is greater. § City of Porterville and Haven: yearly sum of $30,000.00 or 1% of Owner’s annual gross receipts, whichever amount is greater.
§ City of Lemoore and NHC Lemoore: Initial licensing fee of $200,000 (unless skate park and splash pad required relocation, in which it was $350,000), annual license fee of $12,860, $24,000 annually in charitable donations in the city, plus annual tax rate.
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§ City of Lemoore and Valley Pure: any business license fees as part of cannabis program, 5% annual tax rate (“Revenue Raising Fee”) to be renegotiated every 3 years, and their fair share of skate park and splash pad relocation project (50%). - Staff is recommending disqualifying applicants if they have had a local cannabis business license suspended or revoked.

Lottery Selection (Merit based selection versus Lottery based selection):

Staff and the consultant, HdL, recommend the selection processes for any such Cannabis related business/use that may require limiting the number of licenses issued (e.g., retail storefront) should ultimately be done via a lottery draw method. This process is recommended in an effort to reduce exposure and risk to potential litigation and to best streamline the lengthy appeals process common with unselected applicants. Although Council expressed support for the “lottery” selection method, but noted their interest in measures to ensure quality applicants for the lottery process resulted in quality cannabis business operators, staff is confident the application and selection process and cannabis business ordinance guidelines presented will best result in quality operators being eligible for selection while also mitigating risk of lengthy appeal processing and litigation.

As drafted, the process includes thorough application requirements and thorough quality assurance review for submitted applications. Doing so establishes a rigorous up-front process to identify qualified firms for the lottery draw method while also keeping the process open to all qualified applicants. In addition, there are requirements applicable during the post selection process, or business establishment stage, to help ensure qualified firms are selected. Some of those requirements for retail storefront licensees include:
- All licensees will need to go through Site Plan Review. - Public hearing will occur with the Conditional Use Permit hearing with planning commission. - Selected applicants will have 12 months to acquire Conditional Use Permit, any other entitlements (if applicable), and any necessary building permits and begin construction. o Cannabis business renewal licenses will not be provided to licensees who do not meet this timeframe.
- Selected applicants will also have 24 months to acquire their Certificate of Occupancy for their cannabis business or risk license revocation.
- Additionally, a Cannabis Business License cannot be transferred or otherwise sold within the first 5 years of the date of issuance of the License.
o Further, the owner of a Cannabis Business License shall not transfer ownership or control of the license to another person or entity unless and until the transferee obtains an amendment to the license from the City Manager stating that the transferee is now the licensee. Such an amendment may be obtained only if the transferee files an application with the City Manager in accordance with the provisions of the ordinance as though the transferee were applying for an original Cannabis Business License. The proposed transferee’s application shall be accompanied by a transfer fee to be determined and the transferee’s application will be treated as a new application.

Establishing Cannabis Program Fee Schedule:

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be ready to begin accepting cannabis business interest in the City of Visalia, staff requires Council authorization to amend the existing sole source contract with HdL to assist in a fee nexus study to determine all applicable fee amounts for administering the cannabis business program. There are several associated fees with the licensing process and staff will need the assistance of HdL to accurately assess all costs associated with eventual implementation of a Cannabis Business License program.

This requires City Council authorization to appropriate $12,000 from the General Fund for this contract amendment. Once a draft fee schedule is determined, staff will present to Council for review and adoption by separate resolution.

Cannabis Application Process Request
Should Council desire at this time to start allowing such businesses to operate within the City, instead of passing the ordinance with number of cannabis licenses set at zero, staff would also request an amendment to the existing sole source contract with HdL to provide application submittal and review, and license review services to assist the City with quality assurance in the application processing and licensee selection process. HdL would host an online portal for cannabis businesses to submit license applications and collect application fee payments. In addition to hosting the online portal, HdL would provide ongoing technical support to cannabis applicants seeking to access and/or submit materials through the portal and review all cannabis business license application materials for completeness. Once the opportunity for submitting applications closes, the City would be provided online access to the submitted materials for the purpose of reviewing the applications for completeness. This amendment would require an estimated appropriation of an additional $120,000 from the General Fund for these additional services. Given the attached cost estimate from HdL, bases total cost on number of applications submitted this estimate assumes 30 retail storefront and retail non-storefront applications in total.

Next Steps:
- 1st reading of the Cannabis Business Ordinance at a future Council meeting. o As mentioned above, this will include rescinding 5.66 and also adopting a zoning text amendment following Planning Commission review
- Adopt a resolution establishing the application and selection process for both storefront and non-storefront retail cannabis business license applications given these are the only licenses to be limited.
- Adopt a resolution to set all applicable cannabis program fees following work with HdL. - When Council wishes to allow cannabis business licenses to be eligible for issuance, staff will return with a separate resolution at that time. Additionally, staff will require the authority to contract with a consultant to assist with the application review and submittal, license review and overall quality assurance.

Fiscal Impact: $12,000 from General Fund to amend existing sole source contract with HdL to assist in preparing a fee nexus study to determine all applicable fees for cannabis business program.

Prior Council Action:
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business ordinance and corresponding business application and selection review process. · On May 5, 2025, Council provided initial input on draft cannabis business ordinance and corresponding business application and selection review process. · On March 3, 2025, Council authorized staff to proceed with drafting a cannabis business ordinance for adoption but during the adoption process, set the number of businesses permitted to operate in the City to zero effectively establishing the regulatory framework for such businesses but not yet permitting such businesses to operate and amend the existing contract with HdL to include the additional scope of work totaling $24,600 and appropriate an additional $5,000 from the General Fund.
· On July 15, 2024, Council adopted an amended Resolution 2024-24 to place a cannabis tax measure on the November 2024 general election ballot.
· On June 17, 2024, Council conducted the second reading and adoption of Ordinance No. 2024-06, adding Chapter 3.14 (Cannabis Business Tax) to Title 3 of the Visalia Municipal Code to establish a tax on cannabis business activities within the city. · On June 3, 2024, Council conducted the first reading of Ordinance No. 2024-06, adding Chapter 3.14 (Cannabis Business Tax) to Title 3 of the Visalia Municipal Code to establish a tax on cannabis business activities within the city and adopted Resolution 2024-24 to place a cannabis tax measure on the November 2024 general election ballot. · On May 20, 2024, Council authorized staff to present an ordinance to include a local cannabis tax measure for voter consideration on the Tulare County November 2024 General Election ballot.
· On May 6, 2024, Council authorized staff to continue working with HdL to develop a local cannabis tax measure and ballot language to be included on the November 2024 ballot and appropriated $20,000 from the general fund for the development of tax measure informational materials.
· On November 20, 2023, Council conducted the second reading and adoption of Ordinance No. 2023-13 for Zoning Text Amendment No. 2023-02, a request by the City of Visalia to amend Visalia Municipal Code Chapter 17.25, add Section 17.32.167, amend Chapter 8.64, and add Chapter 5.66 in order to address upcoming state mandated changes as a result of the passage of SB 1186, and to establish objective standards for permitting delivery only medical marijuana retail establishments within the City of Visalia. · On November 11, 2023, Council authorized the City Manager to award a contract to HdL Companies for an amount not to exceed $35,000, with a total budget of $40,000. · On November 6, 2023, the City Council authorized the City Manager to award a contract to FM3 Research for an amount not to exceed $39,500, with a total budget of $45,000. · On July 17, 2023, Council directed staff to initiate a zoning ordinance update to implement reasonable zoning regulations in response to SB 1186 and hire a consultant, via a sole source contract, to assist staff with the preparation of a potential tax measure specifically for cannabis sales for the 2024 general election and to identify potential revisions to cannabis regulations in Visalia.

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this additional service, and authorize staff to amend the Draft Cannabis Business Ordinance to enable cannabis businesses to apply for necessary licenses to operate within the City.

Recommended Motion (and Alternative Motions if expected):

I move to authorize staff to amend the existing sole source contract with HdL to provide assistance with the preparation of a fee nexus study to determine all applicable fee amounts in the City’s cannabis business program and appropriate $12,000 from the General Fund for this contract amendment.

Environmental Assessment Status: N/A
CEQA Review: N/A
Deadline for Action: 3/16/2026
Attachments:
- Attachment 1: Draft Ordinance
- Attachment 2: Draft Application Procedures - Retail storefront - Attachment 3: Draft Application Procedures - Retail non-storefront - Attachment 4: Draft Zoning ordinance update
- Attachment 5: Staff presentation
- Map 1: Final buffer map
- Map 2: Visalia Industrial Park Overlay
- HdL additional services cost estimate
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ORDINANCE NO.

AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF VISALIA AMENDING CHAPTER 4.04 TO TITLE 4 OF THE VISALIA MUNICIPAL CODE, ENTITLED “COMMERCIAL CANNABIS ACTIVITY”
THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF VISALIA DOES ORDAIN AS FOLLOWS:

SECTION 1. Chapter 5.66 of the Visalia Municipal Code is hereby rescinded in its entirety.

SECTION 2. Title 4 of the Visalia Municipal Code is hereby amended to add Chapter 4.04 as follows:

CHAPTER 4.04

COMMERCIAL CANNABIS ACTIVITY

4.04.010 Title

4.04.020 Purpose and Intent

4.04.030 Legal Authority

4.04.040 Commercial Cannabis Activities Prohibited Unless Specifically Authorized by this Chapter

4.04.050 Compliance with State and Local Laws and Regulations

4.04.060 Definitions

4.04.070 Cannabis Business License Required to Engage in Cannabis Business Activity

4.04.080 Evidence of Cannabis Owners and/or Employees Background Check Required

4.04.090 Personnel Prohibited from Holding a License or from Employment with a Cannabis Business Licensee

4.04.100 Maximum Number and Type of Authorized Cannabis Businesses Licensed

4.04.110 Community Benefits

4.04.120 City’s Reservation of Rights

4.04.130 Procedure Guidelines and Review Criteria to Evaluate Cannabis Business Applications

4.04.140 Exercise of a Cannabis Business License

4.04.150 Scope of Approval

4.04.160 Reapplying for a Cannabis Business License

4.04.170 Term of a Cannabis Business License.

4.04.180 Renewal of Cannabis Business Licenses

4.04.190 Existing Cannabis Business Licensees.

4.04.200 Revocation of Licenses

4.04.210 Effect of State License Suspension
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