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Council of San Benito County Governments Measure A Authority Airport Land Use Commission Service Authority for Freeways and Expressways

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AGENDA REGULAR MEETING

COUNCIL OF SAN BENITO COUNTY GOVERNMENTS

DATE: Thursday, September 16, 2021 4:00 p.m. LOCATION: Via-Zoom

Attendance at the COG meeting is closed to the public per Executive Order N-29-20. The public may join meeting by Zoom: https://zoom.us/join per the instructions provided at the end of the agenda: Meeting ID: 863-8793-0514

DIRECTORS: Chair Ignacio Velazquez, Vice Chair Mary Vazquez Edge, Rolan Resendiz, Bob Tiffany, and Peter Hernandez Alternates: San Benito County: Kollin Kosmicki

City of San Juan Bautista: Scott Freels; City of Hollister: Rick Perez Ex Officio: Caltrans District 5 Persons who wish to address the Board of Directors must complete a Speaker Card and give it to the Clerk prior to addressing the Board. Those who wish to address the Board on an agenda item will be heard when the Chairperson calls for comments from the audience. Following recognition, persons desiring to speak are requested to advance to the podium and state their name and address. After hearing audience comments, the Public Comment portion of the agenda item will be closed. The Opportunity to address the Board of Directors on items of interest not appearing on the agenda will be provided during Section E. Public Comment. 4:00 P.M. CALL TO ORDER

A. Pledge of Allegiance

B. Roll Call

C. Verification of Certificate of Posting

D. NOTICE OF TEMPORARY PROCEDURES FOR COUNCIL OF GOVERNMENTS BOARD MEETINGS *(Please see Zoom instructions at the end of the agenda)

Pursuant to California Governor Gavin Newsom’s Executive Order N-29-20 issued on March 17, 2020, relating to the convening of public meetings in response to the COVID-19 pandemic. Additionally, members of the COG Board are allowed to attend the meeting via teleconference and to participate in the meeting to the same extent as if they were present.

E. Public Comment (Opportunity to address the Board on items of interest on a subject matter within the jurisdiction of the Council of Governments and not appearing on the agendas. No action may be taken unless provided by Govt. Code Sec. 54954.2 Speakers are limited to 3 minutes.)

F. Executive Director’s Report

G. Caltrans Report/Correspondence – Eades



H. Board of Directors’ Reports

CONSENT AGENDA:

(These matters shall be considered as a whole and without discussion unless a particular item is removed from the Consent Agenda. Members of the public who wish to speak on a Consent Agenda item must submit a Speaker Card to the Clerk and wait for recognition from the Chairperson. Approval of a consent item means approval as recommended on the Staff Report.)

1. APPROVE Council of Governments Draft Meeting Minutes Dated August 19, 2021 – Gomez

2. RECEIVE Construction Projects Report – Caltrans District 5

3. ADOPT Resolution 2021-08 Approving Projects for Funding and Authorizing the Executive Director to Apply for and Accept FY 2021-22 California State of Good Repair Program Funds Totaling $96,116 – Valentine

REGULAR AGENDA:

4. APPOINT Members to the Measure G Citizens Oversight Committee as Required by COG Ordinance No. 2018-01 – Lezama

5. RECEIVE Presentation on the 6th Cycle Regional Housing Needs Allocation and DISCUSS Potential Methodology for Distribution – Gilbert

6. DISCUSS Highway 25 Expansion Project Environmental Review Alternatives and Project Schedule – Gilbert

Adjourn to COG Meeting on October 21, 2021. Agenda Deadline is Tuesday, October 5, 2021 at 12:00 p.m. In compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), if requested, the Agenda can be made available in appropriate alternative formats to persons with a disability. If an individual wishes to request an alternative agenda format, please contact the Clerk of the Council four (4) days prior to the meeting at (831) 637-7665. The Council of Governments Board of Directors meeting facility is accessible to persons with disabilities. If you need special assistance to participate in this meeting, please contact the Clerk of the Council’s office at (831) 637-7665 at least 48 hours before the meeting to enable the Council of Governments to make reasonable arrangements to ensure accessibility. ZOOM INSTRUCTIONS: Members of the public are encouraged to participate in Board meetings in the following ways: 1. Remote Viewing Members of the public who wish to watch the meeting can view the meeting online through Zoom. Instructions for participating via Zoom are included below. 2. Written Comments & Email Public Comment Members of the public may submit comments via email by 5:00 PM. on the Wednesday prior to the Board meeting to the Secretary at [email protected]. Regardless of whether the matter is on the agenda. Every effort will be made to provide Board Members with your comments before the agenda item is heard. 3. Council of Governments Board meeting Zoom Instructions for remote Participants: Three ways to attend zoom meetings: 1) over the phone, 2) on a web browser, or 3) through the Zoom Smart Device Application. Each meeting will have a meeting ID, which is a unique number associated with an instant or scheduled meeting.



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Agenda Item: _____

SAN BENITO COUNTY COUNCIL OF GOVERNMENTS

REGULAR MEETING (Zoom Platform)

August 19, 2021 at 4:00 P.M.

MINUTES MEMBERS PRESENT: Chair Ignacio Velazquez, Rolan Resendiz, Peter Hernandez, Alternate Scott Freels, Alternate Kollin Kosmicki; Ex Officio, Orchid Monroy-Ochoa, Caltrans District 5 MEMBERS ABSENT: Vice Chair Mary Vazquez Edge; Bob Tiffany STAFF PRESENT: Administrative Services Specialist, Norma Rivera; Transportation Planner, Regina Valentine; Transportation Planner, Veronica Lezama; Office Assistant, Griselda Arevalo; Deputy County Counsel, Shirley Murphy CALL TO ORDER: Chair Velazquez called the meeting to order at 4:00 P.M. Administrative Services Specialist Norma Rivera called the roll call and confirmed a quorum was established. A. PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE Director Kosmicki led the pledge of allegiance.

B. ROLL CALL

C. CERTIFICATE OF POSTING Motion made to acknowledge Certificate of Posting: Motion: Rolan Resendiz Second: Kollin Kosmicki Administrative Services Specialist Rivera called the roll call vote. Director Resendiz voted yes, Director Hernandez voted yes, Director Kosmicki voted yes, Director Freels voted yes; Chair Velazquez voted yes. Motion carried: 5/0 Yes: Velazquez, Resendiz, Hernandez, Alt. Kosmicki, Alt. Freels No: None Recused: None Abstention: None Absent: Vazquez Edge, Tiffany

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D. NOTICE OF TEMPORARY PROCEDURES FOR COUNCIL OF GOVERNMENTS BOARD

MEETINGS

Pursuant to California Governor Gavin Newsom’s Executive Order N-29-20 issued on March 17, 2020, relating to the convening of public meetings in response to the COVID-19 pandemic. Additionally, members of the COG Board can attend the meeting via teleconference and to participate in the meeting to the same extent as if they were present. Chair Velazquez reminded members of the public that an overview of temporary procedures (Zoom etiquette) for COG meetings was attached to the agenda. E. PUBLIC COMMENT: Valerie Egland addressed the Board. Acknowledged correspondence received from Steve Rosati. F. EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR’S REPORT: Veronica Lezama (Transportation Planner) for Mary Gilbert

(Executive Director). Transportation Planner Veronica Lezama provided an update on COG’s areas of primary focus which included: Project Development, Outreach & Coordination, and Transportation Planning. Regarding Project Development: COG staff submitted a proposal to Caltrans for the State Route 156/US101 Park & Ride Lot Renovation project. Under the County Express Public Transit Program, staff announced the launch of two new services (Tripper Service and Mobility on Demand) aimed at improving transit mobility and accessibility for our residents. Please visit GoCountyExpress.org for more information. Ms. Lezama acknowledged Transportation Planner Regina Valentine and MV Transportation for implementing these new innovative services. Regarding Outreach & Coordination: COG staff is moving forward with finalizing the first COG mailer-community update, which will go out to County residents at the end of August. COG staff will be presenting Measure G Citizen’s Oversight Committee member applications to the COG Board for consideration of appointment at their September meeting. Lastly, COG staff met with Congressman Panetta’s new Transportation Director on COG’s regional priorities. Regarding Transportation Planning: COG staff is continuing their efforts in updating the long-range Regional Transportation Plan and Traffic Impact Fee Program. Staff will be providing updates to the COG Board over the next several months. F. Caltrans District 5 Report: Orchid Monroy-Ochoa, Acting North Branch Chief

Acting North Branch Chief, Orchid Monroy-Ochoa reported on the Clean California Initiative and the Interregional Transportation Strategic Plan. Caltrans District 5 is actively recruiting two designated work crews for the Clean California Initiative. One crew will be established in Santa Maria and will service the surrounding southern region. The other crew will be established in Salinas and will service the northern region. Stakeholders are invited to participate in two upcoming workshops for the Clean California Grant Program on September 1, 2021, from 8:30am-12:30 p.m. and October 7, 2021, from 8:30am-12:30 p.m. Caltrans is looking for public input on the vision, goals, strategies, and priorities outlined in the Interregional Transportation Strategic Plan. The public comment period is open until September 10,

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2021. Public workshops will be held in August for the public to provide their input on the draft plan: August 24: Workshop on the Interregional Transportation Strategic Plan (10:00-11:00am)

August 26: Workshop on the Interregional Transportation Strategic Plan (10:00-11:00am) Chair Velazquez inquired if the Highway 156 Improvement Project was still on target to begin in late fall. Ms. Monroy-Ochoa reported that utility relocation is ongoing and anticipated to continue through October 2021. Advertisement for the project is expected to begin in the fall of 2021. There is also going to be public outreach which will include construction of both the Highway 156 Project and the roundabout at Highway 25 and Highway156. An inner agency team will be established to discuss project construction issues that may arise and to coordinate efforts between the agencies and emergency personnel. G. Board of Directors’ Reports: None CONSENT AGENDA:

1. APPROVE Council of Governments Draft Meeting Minutes Dated June 17, 2021 – Gomez

2. RECEIVE Construction Projects Report – Caltrans District 5

3. APPROVE Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) with the Santa Barbara County Association of Governments (SBCAG), Association of Monterey Bay Area Governments (AMBAG), Transportation Agency for Monterey County (TAMC), San Luis Obispo Council of Governments (SLOCOG), and Santa Cruz County Regional Transportation Commission (SCCRTC), collectively referred to as the “CENTRAL COAST COALITION” for Federal Legislative Assistance – Lezama

There was no public comment on the Consent Agenda.

Director Freels recused himself from Item 1. Motion made to approve the Consent Agenda: Motion: Rolan Resendiz Second: Kollin Kosmicki Administrative Services Specialist Rivera called the roll call vote. Director Resendiz voted yes, Director Kosmicki voted yes, Director Hernandez voted yes, Director Freels voted yes on Items 2 and 3, Chair Velazquez voted yes. Motion carried: 5/0 Yes: Velazquez, Resendiz, Hernandez, Alt. Kosmicki, Alt. Freels No: None Recused: Freels(Item 1) Abstention: None Absent: Vazquez Edge, Tiffany

REGULAR AGENDA:

4. Approve Contract with TJKM for the Preparation of the SR 156 Multimodal Enhancement Study for an Amount Not to Exceed $199,220.00 – Lezama

Received presentation from Transportation Planner, Veronica Lezama on the SR 156 Multi-Modal Enhancement Study.

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Public Comment: Valerie Egland addressed the COG Board. Motion made to approve Item 4: Motion: Rolan Resendiz Second: Kollin Kosmicki Administrative Services Specialist Rivera called the roll call vote. Director Resendiz voted yes, Director Kosmicki voted yes, Director Hernandez voted yes, Director Freels voted yes, Chair Velazquez voted yes. Motion carried: 5/0 Yes: Velazquez, Resendiz, Hernandez, Alt. Kosmicki, Alt. Freels No: None Recused: None Abstention: None Absent: Vazquez Edge, Tiffany 5. RECEIVE Presentation on Funding for Regional Transportation Projects – Gilbert

Staff recommended continuing item 5 to a future COG meeting.

There was consensus from the COG Board to continue Item 5 to a future meeting.

There was no public comment. There being no further business to discuss, Director Resendiz motioned to adjourn at 4:18 p.m. Motion seconded by Director Kosmicki. Administrative Services Specialist Rivera called the roll call vote. Director Resendiz voted yes, Director Kosmicki voted yes, Director Hernandez voted yes, Director Freels voted yes, Chair Velazquez voted yes. Motion carried: 5/0 Yes: Velazquez, Resendiz, Hernandez, Alt. Kosmicki, Alt. Freels No: None Recused: None Abstention: None Absent: Vazquez Edge, Tiffany

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PROJECT UPDATE – SAN BENITO COUNTY PREPARED FOR THE SEPTEMBER 16, 2021 SAN BENITO COUNTY COUNCIL OF GOVERNMENTS MEETING

CONSTRUCTION PROJECTS

Project

Location/Post Mile (PM)

Description Construction

Timeline Construction

Cost Funding Source

Project

Manager (Resident Engineer)

Contractor Comments

1. None

None

None None None None None None None

PROJECTS IN DEVELOPMENT

Project Location/Post Mile

(PM) Description

Construction Timeline

Construction Cost

Funding Source

Project Manager

Phase Comments

2.

Highway 25 Curve Alignment

Restoration (1H810)

Near Hollister, just north of San Benito

Lateral

(PM 18.8/19.1)

Curve restoration

Begin in Fall 2021

$4.3 million SHOPP Terry

Thompson PA&ED

Project is in final design and right of way.

3. Highway 25 Expressway

Conversion Project (48540)

Near Hollister and Gilroy in SBt & SCL

Counties

(PM SBt 51.5 to SCL 2.6)

Conversion of 2-lane

conventional highway to a

4-lane expressway

N/A N/A Local Terry

Thompson PA&ED

Kick off of the environmental document will begin in Summer/Fall 2021.

4. Highway 25/156

Roundabout (1J480_)

Intersection of SR 25/156, north of

Hollister

(PM 54.048)

Construct Roundabout

Fall 2021-Winter 2022

$10.7 million SHOPP Aaron Henkel

PS&E/RW

Ready to List was finalized June 4, 2021. Construction award anticipated for Fall 2021.

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PROJECTS IN DEVELOPMENT (CONTINUED)

Project Location/Post Mile

(PM) Description

Construction Timeline

Construction Cost

Funding Source

Project Manager

Phase Comments

5. Highway 156

Improvement Project (34490)

In and near San Juan Bautista, from The

Alameda to slightly east of Fourth Street

(PM 3.0/R8.2)

Construct four-lane

expressway

Summer 2021 - Summer

2023 $60 million STIP/Local

Terry Thompson

PS&E/RW

PG&E began utility relocations on May 3. Advertisements for the project will begin in Fall 2021. Construction contract award is anticipated to begin in October 2021, with main roadway work beginning Dec 2021/Jan 2022.

6. U.S 101 Southbound Connector Extension

In San Benito County 3.0 miles West of San

Juan Bautista at SR-156 and U.S. Route 101

Extend westbound

connector an additional 1800 feet

and construct a ramp meter

TBD TBD Minor A Terry

Thompson PA&ED

To improve freeway efficiency, the eastbound State Route 156 to southbound U.S. Route 101 connector in San Benito County shall be extended and a ramp meter installed to regulate the rate at which vehicles enter the freeway. This is a new project and further information on its schedule and cost estimates will be determined during preliminary engineering.

ACRONYMS USED IN THIS REPORT: SBt San Benito County

PA&ED Project Approval and Environmental Document STIP Statewide Transportation and Improvement ProgramPS&E Plans, Specifications, and Estimate SHOPP Statewide Highway Operation and Protection Program ROW Right of way SR State Route SB1 Senate Bill 1 SCL Santa Clara County

Agenda Item ___ Staff Report To: Council of San Benito County Governments From: Regina Valentine, Transportation Planner Telephone: (831) 637-7665 x 205 Date: September 16, 2021 Subject: Senate Bill 1 State of Good Repair Program Funds for Transit Recommendation: ADOPT Resolution 2021-08 Approving Projects for Funding and Authorizing the Executive Director to Apply for and Accept FY 2021-22 California State of Good Repair Program Funds Totaling $96,116.

Summary:

The LTA is eligible to receive a total of $96,116 in State of Good Repair funds for FY 2021-22. Adoption of Resolution 2021-08 will approve the projects identified for funding.

Financial Impact:

COG and LTA are eligible to receive a total of $96,116 of FY 2021-22 SGR Program funds for eligible transit projects. There is no local match required. Staff Analysis:

With the signing of Senate Bill 1, many new funding sources were established including the SGR Program for transit operators to fund eligible transit maintenance, rehabilitation and capital projects. Funds are distributed using the State Transit Assistance formulas, so both COG, as the RTPA, and LTA, as the transit operator, receive allocations in this program. For this reason, Caltrans is requiring both COG and LTA to submit Board resolutions approving the project list.

After reviewing LTA’s adopted Short Range/Long Range Transit Plan and 2018 Transit Asset Management Plan, staff has prepared a list of eligible SGR Program projects detailed in Exhibit A of Resolution 2021-08. At this time, staff recommends the COG Board approve the list of eligible projects for the allocation request that was due September 1, 2021.and authorize the Executive Director to apply for and accept the SGR Program funds for the list of projects when distributed by Caltrans.

Staff recommends that the Board of Directors adopt Resolutions 2021-08 to be eligible to receive a total of $96,116 for FY 2021-22 SGR Program funds.

Executive Director Review:MG Counsel Review: Yes

Attachment: Resolution 2021-08

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Agenda Item: 4

Staff Report To: Council of San Benito County Governments From: Veronica Lezama, Transportation Planner Telephone: (831) 637-7665 Date: September 16, 2021 Subject: Measure G Citizens Oversight Committee Member Appointments

Recommendation:

APPOINT Members to the Measure G Citizens Oversight Committee as Reqired by COG Ordinance No. 2018-01. .

Summary:

There are six vacancies on the Measure G Citizens Oversight Committee (Attachment 1). According to COG Ordinance 2018-01 the Committee shall be composed of San Benito County residents to oversee compliance of the Measure G transportation sales tax.

Financial Considerations: The Measure G Transportation Safety and Investment Plan Oversight Committee is a volunteer Committee and members are not compensated.

Discussion: Measure G consists of a one cent local transactions and use tax to be collected for 30 years to improve our local streets and roads, improve connectivity, and reduce congestion. Measure G also calls for an Oversight Committee

The COG Ordinance 2018-01 includes the following requirements for Oversight Committee membership:

Members of the Expenditure Plan Oversight Committee shall include, at a minimum, representatives who are residents of the City of Hollister, the City of San Juan Bautista, and the unincorporated areas of San Benito County. The Expenditure Plan Oversight Committee will fairly represent the geographical, social, cultural, and economic diversity of the County to ensure maximum benefit for road and transportation users.

In addition, the Board established the following representatives for the committee membership:

• Five members each representing their Benito County Supervisorial District of residence • One member to represent each of the following groups or interests:

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o Agriculture o Senior/Disabled Community o Industry o Trade/Labor

The Measure G Citizens Oversight Committee has six vacancies. COG recruited for applicants and received eight applications (Attachment 2). A summaryof the Measure G Committee applicants by category is included below:

Category Applicant(s)

Industry John Espinosa

Paul Scherer

Education Darlene Boyd

SBC Supervisorial District 1 Elizabeth "Betsy" Dirks

Jim Parker

Nancy Sanchez-Smith

SBC Supervisorial District 2 Jason Hopkins

SBC Supervisorial District 5 Andrew Rollins

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Executive Director Review: MG Counsel Review: N/A

Supporting Attachment(s): 1. List of Vacancies and Membership Terms

2. Summary of Applications for Vacancies

Attachment 1

Current Measure G Citizens Oversight Committee

11 Members Yellow highlight indicates vacancy

Membership Appointments

No. Category Name Residence (City, County)

Supervisorial District

Term

Expiration

1. Agriculture John Eade Unincorporated County

4 January 2022

2. Senior/Disabled Community

Judi Johnson, VICE‐CHAIR

Hollister 4 January 2022

3. Industry Jose Mario Ortega Unincorporated County

1 January 2021

4. Latinx Community

Victor Gomez, CHAIR

Hollister 4 January 2022

5. Education Darlene Boyd San Juan Bautista 2 January 2021

6. Trade/Labor Al Gonzales San Juan Bautista 2 January 2022

7. SBC District 1 Tim Burns Hollister 1

8. SBC District 2 Hamdy Abbass Hollister 2 January 2021

9. SBC District 3 Sandy Hughes Hollister 3 January 2022

10. SBC District 4 Kevin Stopper Hollister 4 January 2022

11. SBC District 5 Andrew Rollins Hollister 5 January 2021

Name of Applicant Supervisorial District Occupation & Education:

Identified Category Expertise Organizations & Activities

Statement: Reason for interest in committee membership

Darlene Boyd District 2 Experienced, retired educator Education Education 2017 City of SJB Planning Commission, 2017-2020 SBC Community Action Board

To represent the transportation interests of students, indigent and the western region of San Benito County.

Jason Hopkins District 2 Marketing and Direct Sales Supervisorial District 2 others San Benito County Republican party from 2007-Presnt , Hollister Seventh-Day Adventist Church, Non profit Groups, kids in the Park

I would like to get more involved in county and learn what going on in your road and other stuff that happen . I love help where i am need..

Paul Scherer District 4 Retired Engineer, BSEE Industry Senior Program Manager, Aerospace & Defense Industry

San Benito Parks and Recreation Commissioner District 4, Nov. 2015 to Nov 2017

To bring engineering and Program Management prospective to the process

Nancy Sanchez-Smit District 1 Construction, College Supervisorial District 1 Project management N/A To make sure that the roads serve the community properly as efficiently and economically as possible.

Jim Parker District 1 Part Time Director with Sunnyslope County Water DistrictHighest College is MBA from Santa Clara University

Supervisorial District 1 Background in procurement and project management

SSTAC for approximately 4 years Transportation is a key area of interest for me. As a former commuter to Santa Clara County and one who is interested in transit solutions this would be a very interesting potential opportunity for me.

Elizabeth "Betsy" Dirks District 1 Education Consultant - I have my BA and a teaching Credential

Supervisorial District 1 I have project management experience, I have also been on the Grand Jury for San Benito County. I currently oversee 37 individual budgets in my professional life and annually work with each budget to make sure they remain profitable.

Live Like Geno Foundation, Hollister — Founding Member & Board President2017 - PresentBenito Link, Hollister — Strategic Planning Committee2020-PresentCalifornia Democratic Party — AD 30 Delegate2017-2019Baler Education Foundation, Hollister — Board Member2015-2018Girl Scouts of America, Hollister — Troop Leader2012-2017Tremors Soccer Club, Hollister — Co-CoachFall 2015Emmaus House, Domestic Violence Shelter San Benito County — Board Member2010-2014Civil Grand Jury, San Benito County — Member2008-2009

I am interested in making sure the Measure G money is used in way that helps the traffic issues in San Benito County. I feel like the roads and traffic issues in and out of the county are one of the most significant issues facing the county today and I would like to be a part of the solution.

John Espinosa District 4 Licensed Real Estate Agent Industry President of Homeowner's Association, Ashford Highlands, from 2005-2017Operations Manager Positive Light LASER Manufacturing, spent nearly 30 years managing optical and assembly line manufacturing. Also performed Property Management in the Real Estate Industry.

I was President of Ashford Highlands from 2005 to 2017. Still perform tasks to support the community.

I have always been active in my community, serving others is important to me. I requested to be on the Measure G committee before, it's something I feel my years of experience in management and cost control will benefit our community.

Andrew J. Rollins District 5 Retired Supervisorial District 5 Security & law enforcement. Pet Friends board of directors. Renewing membership

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Staff Report To: Council of San Benito County Governments From: Mary Gilbert, Executive Director Telephone: (831) 637-7665 Date: September 16, 2021 Subject: Regional Housing Needs Determination and Allocation Methodology

Recommendation: RECEIVE Presentation on the 6th Cycle Regional Housing Needs Allocation and DISCUSS Potential Methodology for Distribution

Summary:

California State Housing Element Law enacted in 1980 requires COG to develop a methodology for distributing existing and projected housing need to local jurisdictions. Housing law also sets forth a process, schedule, objectives, and factors to use in the RHNA methodology. The methodology must address allocation of housing units by jurisdiction, housing units by income group, and must address 13 housing-related factors and five statutory objectives.

The California Department of Housing and Community Development (HCD) is responsible for identifying the total number of homes for which each region in California must plan in order to meet the housing need of people across the full spectrum of income levels, from housing for very low income households all the way to market rate housing. This allocation is known as the Regional Housing Need Determination (RHND). Tom Brinkhuis, HCD staff, will provide an overview on the 6th Cycle RHND for the region at the meeting.

Financial Considerations: COG expenses for work items related to RHNA are reimbursed to COG through State housing funds.

Discussion: As part of the RHNA process, State law (Government Code 65584 et seq.) requires COG to determine each local jurisdiction’s share of the region’s future housing need. The RHNA produces regional, subregional and local targets for the amount and type of housing needed over the planning period. In spring 2021, COG began consulting with the California Department of Housing and Community Development (HCD) and the Department of Finance (DOF) regarding the total regional housing need. HCD is responsible for determining the regional housing needs total, segmented by income levels, for each of the state’s COGs.

Once HCD has provided COG its total housing determination, COG develops a methodology to allocate the housing need to all of the jurisdictions within the COG region.

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Following the presentation, the Board will discuss and provide feedback on factors to consider in developing the allocation methodology.

Staff will continue to develop a final methodology with input from the local jurisdictions before it is presented to COG for approval.


Agenda Item: 6

Staff Report To: Council of San Benito County Governments From: Mary Gilbert, Executive Director Telephone: (831) 637-7665 Date: September 16, 2021 Subject: Highway 25 Expansion Project Environmental Review Alternatives

Recommendation: DISCUSS Highway 25 Expansion Project Environmental Review Alternatives and Project Schedule

Summary:

COG and Caltrans will complete the state-required environmental review for the Highway 25 Expansion Project. Staff will present the project scope and schedule for discussion.

Financial Considerations: The project budget for the environmental and design phases is summarized in the table below:

Program Amount Type Notes

Local Partnership Program $2.5 Million State Approved and allocated

Measure G Tax Revenues $2.5 Million Local Tier I Funds

Congressional District Community Project Funding

$13 Million Federal Funding request through Congressman Panetta

Discussion: In August 2020, COG approved a phasing plan for the Highway 25 Expansion Project (Attachment 1). Phase 1 of the project will construct a new four lane expressway from San Felipe Road to Hudner lane and construct an interchange at State Route 25/156. Staff is implementing the work plan and will present the Board with the scope of work for environmental review at the meeting. The Board may provide comments and discuss opportunities to accelerate the schedule.


Supporting Attachment(s): Highway 25 Project Phasing Report

EXPANSION PROJECT

Attachment 1

Highway 25 Widening Alternatives and Project Phasing Report September 17, 2020

Prepared for COG Board Review Date Prepared: September 11, 2020

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