Antioch Council to Consider Approving Public Financing for 3 Low-Income Apartment Projects

The council will also discuss lawsuits, violence prevention services, and appointments to a new General Plan Advisory Committee.

Apr. 12, 2026 at 12:24am

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A fractured, abstract painting of an apartment building or housing complex in warm, earthy tones, conveying the concept of affordable housing initiatives in the city of Antioch.Antioch's push for more affordable housing options takes shape in a series of new low-income apartment projects backed by public financing.Brentwood Today

The Antioch City Council will hold public hearings to consider approving conduit financing bonds for three low-income apartment projects, as well as discuss staff contracts, lawsuits, and make appointments to the new General Plan Advisory Committee during their upcoming meeting.

Why it matters

The approval of public financing for these low-income housing projects is a significant step in addressing the city's affordable housing needs. Additionally, the discussions around lawsuits and violence prevention services highlight Antioch's efforts to balance public safety and community well-being.

The details

The council will consider approving conduit financing bonds for three low-income apartment projects: Hillcrest Summit Apartments, Buchanan Crossings, and Lakeview Center. They will also discuss joining a joint powers authority for Green Stormwater Infrastructure, spending $500,000 for violence prevention services, and $1.6 million for residential street resurfacing. The council will also make appointments to the Antioch Police Oversight Commission and the new General Plan Advisory Committee.

  • The council meeting will be held on Tuesday, April 14, 2026.
  • The Closed Session meeting will begin at 5:30 p.m., followed by the regular council meeting at 7:00 p.m.

The players

Antioch City Council

The governing body of the City of Antioch, responsible for making decisions on city matters.

Dawn Merchant

Antioch City Finance Director, acting as City Manager in place of Bessie Scott who is on vacation.

California Resources Pipeline Corporation

The company that owns the gas pipeline running through Antioch, which is the subject of an ongoing lawsuit with the city.

Jayson Robinson

A former student who filed a lawsuit against the city, water park, and school district after nearly drowning in 2019.

Monserrat Cabral

Antioch Public Safety & Community Resources Director.

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What they’re saying

“Transforming Public Safety Through Leadership Development, Healing-Centered Support, Violence Reduction Fellowships and Training”

— Advance Peace, Organization Description

“Evident Change has served as the City's evaluation partner under CalVIP-4, providing critical support in program implementation tracking, participant outcome analysis, trend identification, and compliance with California Board of State and Community Corrections (BSCC) reporting requirements.”

— Monserrat Cabral, Antioch Public Safety & Community Resources Director

What’s next

The judge in the case against the city, water park, and school district will decide on Tuesday whether or not to allow Jayson Robinson out on bail.

The takeaway

This council meeting highlights Antioch's efforts to address affordable housing, public safety, and community development through initiatives like low-income housing projects, violence prevention programs, and updates to the city's General Plan. The discussions around lawsuits and infrastructure investments also demonstrate the city's commitment to balancing various stakeholder interests.