Lodi Improvement Committee - January 13, 2026
Lodi Improvement Committee
Regular Meeting - January 13, 2026
Date: Tuesday, January 13, 2026
Time: 6:00 PM
Location: Carnegie Forum, 305 West Pine Street, Lodi, CA
Contact: Kari Chadwick, Community Development Program Specialist | (209) 333-6711 | LICcomments@lodi.gov
Meeting Overview
The Lodi Improvement Committee convenes to support the City's implementation of its five-year Consolidated Plan, coordinate community efforts to improve Lodi's quality of life and appearance, and create action items to implement annual goals and activities. This meeting will cover CDBG funding updates, regular business items, and determine topics for upcoming meetings.
Agenda Items
1. Roll Call
Official attendance record for committee members.
2. Approval of Minutes – December 9, 2025
Review and approval of the previous regular meeting minutes.
Previous Meeting Highlights (December 9, 2025):
- Attendees: Chair Davis, Members Castro, Hill, Sharma, and Tran (Member Geralis absent)
- Minutes Approved: November 11, 2025 minutes approved with Members Castro, Hill, Sharma, and Chair Davis voting aye; Member Tran abstaining
- CDBG Clarification: Discussion on differences between Public Services (direct community services) and Public Facilities (nonprofit facility improvements)
- Annual Activities Review: Initial discussion on reevaluating 2024-25 Annual Activities to create new 2026-2027 Activities
- Special Presentation: Santa Claus shared information about Special Olympics support and special needs children programming; generated committee interest in planning future events for special needs children
3. Public Comments – Non-Agenda Items
Public comment period for matters not on the agenda. Each speaker limited to 5 minutes; individuals may appear once during this section.
Public Comment Submission Methods:
- In-person: Carnegie Forum (open per CDPH and CalOSHA guidelines)
- Email: LICcomments@lodi.gov (received by 3 hours before meeting)
- Mail: Community Development Department, P.O. Box 3006, Lodi, CA 95241
- Hand Delivery: 221 W. Pine Street, Lodi, CA 95240 (received by 3 hours before meeting)
- Virtual: View and listen via Facebook.com/CityofLodi/
4. Community Development Block Grant (CDBG) Updates
Comprehensive review of CDBG funding allocations, program implementation, and fiscal updates for the current and closing program years.
2025-26 CDBG Program Year Overview
The City of Lodi received a CDBG award of $655,037 for the 2025-26 program year. This represents the second of five annual action plans for the 2024-28 CDBG period. The allocation follows the city's guideline of distributing 40 percent of the annual award (net of administrative costs) to community-based organizations (CBOs), with the remainder allocated to city projects. HUD imposes a 15 percent cap on funds spent for public services.
Fund Distribution (2025-26 Budget):
| Category | Amount | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Capital Projects | $405,000 | Includes project cost and activity delivery/admin costs |
| CBO Projects | $98,000 | Subject to 15% HUD cap |
| Administration | $130,000 | Subject to 20% HUD cap; includes fair housing activities |
| Total Allocated | $633,000 | $22,037 carry over to 26-27 FY Capital Projects |
Application Results
The city received four applications for capital projects requesting over $419,000 and is recommending partial funding of one application. Notably, the City of Lodi Graffiti Abatement Program will receive $15,000 from Administration funding, as it was determined the program could no longer be funded under Capital Projects. Three Lodi Improvement Committee members served on an ad hoc committee that met on April 24, 2025, to score Public Service funding applications.
2025-26 Approved Fund Allocations (City Council Approved June 18, 2025)
Program Administration
| Program | Amount |
|---|---|
| Planning and Administration | $95,000 |
| San Joaquin Fair Housing – Fair Housing Services | $20,000 |
| Graffiti Abatement | $15,000 |
City Service Programs
| Program | Amount |
|---|---|
| Graffiti Abatement Program (Public Services Funds) | $15,000 |
CBO Service Programs
| Organization & Program | Amount |
|---|---|
| Community Partnership for Families – Family Resource Center | $29,500 |
| PREVAIL – Propel Program | $16,000 |
| Second Harvest Food Bank – Food Assistance | $10,000 |
| LOEL Senior Center – Meals on Wheels | $10,000 |
| The Salvation Army – Hope Harbor Operations | $17,500 |
City Capital Project Programs
| Project | Amount |
|---|---|
| Public Works Project | $235,000 |
CBO Capital Project Programs
| Organization & Project | Amount |
|---|---|
| Lodi House – Walnut Street Project | $23,000 |
| DCDC/HACSJ – Salas Park | $130,000 |
| The Salvation Army – Security Project | $17,000 |
Important Note: Public Services applications are on a rolling 2-year cycle and will not be provided this year.
2024-25 CDBG Program Year Status (Closing as of June 30, 2025)
Staff and subrecipients are actively working to close out the 2024-25 program year and prepare the Consolidated Annual Performance Evaluation Report (CAPER).
2024-25 Program Allocations:
Program Administration
| Program | Amount |
|---|---|
| Planning and Administration | $102,000 |
| San Joaquin Fair Housing – Fair Housing Services | $18,000 |
City Service Programs
| Program | Amount |
|---|---|
| Graffiti Abatement Program (Public Services Funds) | $15,000 |
CBO Service Programs
| Organization & Program | Amount |
|---|---|
| PREVAIL – Propel Program | $10,000 |
| LOEL Senior Center – Meals on Wheels | $10,000 |
| Second Harvest Food Bank – Food Assistance | $10,000 |
| Community Partnership for Families – Family Resource Center | $25,000 |
| The Salvation Army – Hope Harbor Operations | $20,000 |
City Capital Project Programs
| Project | Amount |
|---|---|
| Parks and Recreation | $215,000 |
| Graffiti Abatement | $15,000 |
CBO Capital Project Programs
| Organization & Project | Amount |
|---|---|
| DCDC/HACSJ – Salas Park | $160,000 |
5. Regular Business
A. Determine Topics for Upcoming Meetings
The committee will establish discussion topics and agenda items for future meetings.
- February 2026: Topic to be determined
- March 2026: Topic to be determined
Previously Suggested Topics for Future Consideration:
- Animal Shelter programs
- Lodi Adopt-A-Child for Play Lodi
- Programs and ideas for preteen and teenage children
- Parks and Recreation needs, particularly assistance for children participating in sports and ensuring adequate coaching availability
- Special needs children programming (following December Santa Claus presentation)
6. Committee Comments and Staff Announcements
Time allocated for committee members and staff to share announcements or comments on non-agenda items, with a 5-minute limit per speaker.
7. Adjournment to Special Meeting
Following the regular meeting, the Lodi Improvement Committee will adjourn to a Special Meeting in the Large Conference Room to discuss and reevaluate annual activities and task assignments for the calendar year 2026.
Committee Purpose and Responsibilities
The Lodi Improvement Committee serves three primary functions:
- CDBG Oversight: Supports staff in implementing the City's five-year Consolidated Plan, including conducting outreach, providing feedback on program processes, and making recommendations to the City Council on funding and project priorities
- Quality of Life Enhancement: Maintains and improves the quality of life and appearance of Lodi through coordinated efforts involving a broad spectrum of the community
- Strategic Planning: Creates and implements annual goals and activities to advance the committee's mission
Fiscal Information
2025-26 HUD Annual Allocation: $655,037
2026-27 Annual Allocation: To be determined (anticipated release: April/May 2026)
Meeting Access and Participation
How to Participate
- In-Person: Carnegie Forum, 305 West Pine Street, Lodi (open per CDPH and CalOSHA guidelines)
- Virtual: Live view and listen at Facebook.com/CityofLodi/
- Email Submissions: LICcomments@lodi.gov (received by 3 hours before meeting)
- Mail: Community Development Department, P.O. Box 3006, Lodi, CA 95241
- Hand Delivery: 221 W. Pine Street, Lodi, CA 95240 (by 3 hours before meeting)
Accessibility and Accommodations
Disability Accommodations
If you require disability-related modifications or accommodations, contact the Community Development Department at least 72 hours prior to the meeting date.
Language Services
Language interpreter requests must be received at least 72 hours in advance to help ensure availability.
Spanish: Solicitudes de interpretación de idiomas deben ser recibidas por lo menos con 72 horas de anticipación a la reunión para ayudar a asegurar la disponibilidad.
Contact Information
Kari Chadwick
Community Development Program Specialist
Telephone: (209)
333-6711
Email: LICcomments@lodi.gov
Document Availability
All staff reports and written documentation relating to agenda items are available for public inspection at:
Community Development Department
221 W. Pine Street
Lodi, CA 95240
Agendas and staff reports are also posted on the City's website at www.lodi.gov
The agenda is available in appropriate alternative formats for persons with a disability, as required by Section 202 of the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990 (42 U.S.C. Sec. 12132).
References and Information Sources
- Lodi Improvement Committee Regular Agenda Packet, January 13, 2026. City of Lodi Community Development Department.
- Staff Report: CDBG Updates and Regular Business. Jennifer Rhyne, Neighborhood Services Manager. January 13, 2026.
- Minutes of December 9, 2025 Regular Meeting. Lodi Improvement Committee.
- Government Code Section 54954.2(a) - California Public Records Act Requirements for Agenda Posting
- Government Code Section 54954.3(a) - Public Comment Procedures
- Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990, Section 202 (42 U.S.C. Sec. 12132)
- City of Lodi Community Development Department: www.lodi.gov
- City of Lodi Official Facebook: facebook.com/CityofLodi/