Lodi Improvement Committee (Special Agenda) - January 13, 2026
Lodi Improvement Committee
Special Agenda Meeting
Meeting Overview
This special meeting of the Lodi Improvement Committee is scheduled to convene directly following the regular meeting on January 13, 2026. The primary focus is on reviewing and updating the committee's 2026 Annual Activities Updates and Assignments, providing a strategic planning session to refine ongoing initiatives across homelessness support, youth development, community beautification, and civic engagement.
Formal Agenda Items
| Item # | Agenda Item | Description |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Roll Call | Committee attendance and quorum verification |
| 2 | LIC 2026 Annual Activities Updates and Assignments | Discussion of 2026 Annual Activities with focus on goal updates and committee member assignments |
| 3 | Comments/Announcements | Committee members and staff comments on non-agenda items (5-minute limit per speaker) |
| 4 | Adjournment | Meeting conclusion |
Strategic Focus Areas & 2026 Goals
Goal 1: Unsheltered Improvement
Owners: Lisa Hill and Lynsay Nuss
The Lodi Improvement Committee maintains active coordination with the LCOH, which provides assistance to unhoused individuals and those at risk of homelessness in Lodi.
| Task | Description | Timeline | Assignee |
|---|---|---|---|
| LCOH Meeting Attendance | Ensure at least one LIC member attends every LCOH meeting | Ongoing | Hill/Nuss |
| Point In Time (PIT) Count | Single day unsheltered person count to provide accurate data on homelessness in Lodi | January 2026 | Hill |
Goal 2: Advance Youth Programs
Owner: Lynsay Nuss
| Initiative | Status & Details | Frequency | Lead |
|---|---|---|---|
| Gang Reduction Intervention and Prevention | No special activities currently planned. Day-to-day activities have increased with school back in session. | Ongoing | Staff/Vargas |
| Monthly Updates | Progress reports on program activities and community engagement | Ongoing | Nuss |
Owners: Lyndsy Davis and Nancy Mellor
The committee is working to find or create dedicated space for youth art programs and clubs, expanding opportunities for creative expression and community engagement among young residents. Current efforts include identifying suitable facilities and establishing program frameworks.
Owner: Charles Eproson
The committee is developing a community mental health awareness event in partnership with local facilities and non-profit organizations. This ongoing initiative will provide information about mental health resources and available support services to residents.
Goal 3: Community Improvement
3A. Relationship with the ABCD Committee
Owners: Lynsay Nuss, Lyndsy Davis, and Nancy Mellor
The ABCD (Area Based Community Development) Committee empowers residents through small grants and resources for home and public space improvements. The LIC maintains coordination to ensure alignment on community development priorities.
| Activity | Description | Timeline | Lead |
|---|---|---|---|
| Program Reactivation | Attempting to reactivate ABCD program through meetings with JP Ducett | Ongoing | Nuss/Davis |
| Recruitment Efforts | Quarterly updates on committee recruitment and participation | Ongoing | Davis/Nuss |
3B. Community Recognition
Owner: All LIC Members
The LIC recognizes organizations, individuals, and property owners who have made significant improvements to the community. Members nominate candidates and attend City Council meetings where nominees are formally recognized.
| Task | Description | Timeline |
|---|---|---|
| Nomination & Presentation | Nominate, present to LIC, and recognize community improvement contributors | Ongoing |
| City Council Attendance | All LIC members attend City Council meetings where nominees are recognized | Ongoing |
3C. City Beautification
Owners: Nancy Mellor and Lisa Hill
The city beautification initiative promotes tourism and encourages community cleanliness through artistic displays, murals, and cultural installations.
3D. Carnegie Forum Handrails
Owner: Nancy Mellor
Mellor provides ongoing updates on encouraging the installation of handrails on Carnegie Forum's front steps to improve accessibility and safety for patrons.
Goal 4: Administration, Transparency, and Accountability
4A. City Council Engagement
Owner: All LIC Members
The committee provides bi-annual updates to the Lodi City Council detailing the status of goals and activities.
| Presentation | Timeline | Scope |
|---|---|---|
| First Presentation | February or March 2025 | Assist staff with information gathering; scheduled for February 11, 2025 agenda discussion |
| Second Presentation | May 2025 | Council update on goal progress and activities |
| Third Presentation | September 2025 | Council update on goal progress and activities |
4B. Public Awareness & Town Hall Meetings
Owner: All LIC Members
The committee prepares and hosts town hall public meetings (online and/or in person) providing information on:
- Current community needs
- Volunteer opportunities
- City goals and initiatives
- Recent developments regarding homelessness and affordable housing
- Animal Shelter Fostering Opportunities (coordinated by Lisa Hill)
Public Participation & Comments
Submit Public Comments
Pursuant to Government Code §54954.3(a), public comments may be directed to the legislative body concerning any item on this meeting agenda before or during consideration of that item.
Community Development Department, P.O. Box 3006, Lodi, CA 95241
Received no later than three hours prior to the meeting
Community Development Department, 221 W. Pine Street, Lodi, CA 95240
Received no later than three hours prior to the meeting
View and listen to the open session at www.facebook.com/CityofLodi/
Accessibility & Accommodations
Disability-Related Accommodations
If requested, the agenda shall be made available in appropriate alternative formats to persons with a disability, as required by Section 202 of the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990 (42 U.S.C. Sec. 12132), and the federal rules and regulations adopted in implementation thereof.
To request disability-related modification or accommodation: Contact the Community Development Department as soon as possible and at least 72 hours prior to the meeting date.
Language Interpretation Services
Language interpreter requests must be received at least 72 hours in advance of the meeting to help ensure availability. 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
Community Development Program Specialist
Telephone: (209) 333-6711
Email: LICcomments@lodi.gov
Document Information
Staff Reports & Documentation: All staff reports or other written documentation relating to each item of business referred to on the agenda are on file in the Office of the Community Development Department, located at 221 W. Pine Street, Lodi, and are available for public inspection. Agendas and staff reports are also posted on the City's website at www.lodi.gov.
The Carnegie Forum is open to the public in accordance with CDPH and CalOSHA guidelines. Special meeting will be held in the large conference room at 305 West Pine Street, Lodi.