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-- DRAFT -- 2025-2029 ConPlan & FY 2025-2026 Annual Action Plan Page 25 of 90 NA-50 Non-Housing Community Development Needs - 91.415, 91.215 (f) Describe the jurisdiction’s need for Public Facilities: The City places importance on public facility improvements, particularly in areas such as parks and recreation, neighborhood centers, senior and youth centers, walkway accessibility, and street reconstruction. Developing and maintaining parks and recreational areas is essential for promoting public health and fostering community engagement. Neighborhood centers need investment to support social interaction, educational programs, and community services, acting as hubs for community engagement. Enhancing and expanding senior centers is crucial to addressing the needs of the growing senior population by offering health and wellness programs, social activities, and support services. Additionally, comprehensive youth programs and facilities are needed to support the development and well-being of young residents through educational, recreational, and extracurricular activities. Addressing these needs will create a more vibrant, inclusive, and resilient community that meets the diverse needs of all residents. How were these needs determined? The need for improved public facilities was identified through a blend of community feedback, demographic studies, and an analysis of existing infrastructure conditions. Residents shared their concerns and suggestions during surveys, public forums, and meetings, which provided valuable insights. Describe the jurisdiction’s need for Public Improvements: The City has internally prioritized certain public improvements that enhance residents' quality of life. Key areas include upgrading ADA accessibility by retrofitting sidewalks and public buildings, investing in green infrastructure for climate resilience, and developing new parks, community centers, and updating libraries in underserved neighborhoods. Other priorities are improving street lighting for crime prevention, creating youth and violence prevention programs, and enhancing transportation safety through better infrastructure and safer bus stops. Addressing these needs will create a more inclusive, safe, and resilient community. How were these needs determined? Data analysis, a priority needs survey, ongoing meetings with Public Works Department staff and area social service locations, and public meetings determined public facility improvement needs and priorities. Describe the jurisdiction’s need for Public Services: The City’s need for public services is multifaceted, addressing both immediate and long-term community challenges. There is a critical need to expand emergency shelter capacity by opening more shelters and establishing permanent supportive housing programs for homeless individuals. Individuals and families may also be considered at risk of homelessness if they live in housing that exhibits characteristics of instability and increased risk of displacement. This includes households experiencing severe rent burden (paying more than 50% of income on rent), residing in units with unsafe or uninhabitable conditions, or lacking a formal lease or legal tenancy protections. Those facing imminent eviction, foreclosure, or displacement due to redevelopment, rising rents, or no-fault eviction notices are also included. Additionally, households with recent utility shut-offs, survivors of domestic violence or human trafficking, individuals aging out of foster care, and those exiting institutions without stable housing arrangements qualify. Individuals or families with a history of homelessness, especially those who have cycled in and out of shelters or unstable housing, are also at heightened risk and may be eligible for