Helping Transform a Community:Shady Lane Mobilehome Park Revitalization
One of the most rewarding parts of our work is seeing a project move from planning to reality. Recently, the RSG team had the privilege of attending the groundbreaking celebration for the redevelopment of Shady Lane Mobilehome Park in Thermal, California, where we proudly served as the relocation consultant. Like many aging mobilehome communities, Shady […]
RSG’s Real Property Services Help Communities Thrive in Difficult Times
As federal and state funding streams shrink and public budgets tighten, communities are being challenged to do more with less. Strategic use of real estate assets can be an effective tool not only to generate sales proceeds, but also to catalyze economic development, advance community goals, and unlock longterm value. RSG partners with nearly four […]
Need Help with Rent Stabilization? We’ve Got You Covered!
Looking for ways to protect renters and promote housing stability in your community? Or already have a rent stabilization program but need support? Are questions emerging in your community about rent stabilization as a potential policy tool? RSG has partnered with cities across California to create and improve rent stabilization ordinances, establish the administrative infrastructure […]
Preparing Cities to Win at ICSC
For many communities, this is the most concentrated retail attraction opportunity of the year. The question is not whether you are attending. The question is whether you are fully prepared to convert meetings into meaningful outcomes. Consider: ICSC is a significant investment of time and public resources. Preparation determines return. RSG’s team includes seasoned ICSC veterans who have […]
Menifee CEDS: Designed with Purpose, Destined for Prosperity
RSG is proud to have partnered with the City of Menifee on the successful completion of their five-year Comprehensive Economic Development Strategy! This visionary roadmap will guide strategic growth and investment in a rapidly growing and forward-thinking city. RSG applauds Menifee’s leadership and staff for valuing the needs of its residents, workforce, and businesses, and […]
January California Budget
The new year has given us already a lot to talk about for communities. Today we want to highlight some of the news from Governor Newsom’s final budget proposal in his tenure, as well as share some thoughts on the proposed $10 Billion Affordable Housing Bond Act, both of which are unfolding over the next […]
We’re excited to share a happy update!
Tara Broughton, formerly Tara Matthews, was recently married to Tremayne Broughton. Please join us in congratulating Tara on this wonderful milestone. Moving forward, for any signature requests or formal correspondence, please use the name Tara Broughton. You may also update your records to reflect her new email: Tbroughton@rsgsolutions.com Thank you, and we appreciate your continued partnership.
2025 Legislation of Interest
It’s time for RSG’s annual California Legislative e-blast! The budget was no doubt a significant topic of focus and some programs and proposals are still on the backburner, but there are important housing, economic development, and LAFCO matters for our clients to consider: Housing – Governor Newsom signed 45 housing bills into law this year; […]
HUD DEI Scrutiny
By RSG Principals Jim Simon and Tara Matthews We want to bring to your attention a recent development from HUD that may impact your HUD funded programs and related documents. HUD recently required a grantee to revise and resubmit their Consolidated Plan within just 24 hours due to concerns related to Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion […]
Update to the 2025-26 State Budget
By RSG Principals Jim Simon and Tara Matthews As we approach the halfway mark on 2025, Governor Newsom has released the May Revision to his proposed 2025–26 State Budget. The update reflects California’s shifting fiscal realities, continued revenue uncertainty, increased construction costs, and a limited number of new program proposals. We wanted to share a few highlights […]