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HomeMy WebLinkAbout8.4 CDBG Grant RecommendL~~~ OF DUB~ti r~\~i~~~ `` C~ // ~~~rroR~ STAFF REPORT CITY C L E R K DUBLIN CITY COUNCIL File # ^©®0-©© DATE: February 2, 2010 TO: Honorable Mayor and City Councilmembers FROM: Joni Pattillo, City Manager SUBJEC Community and CDBG Grants Committee Recommendations for the Use of CDBG Funds for Fiscal Year 2010-2011 Prepared By: Gay/ene Burkett, Administrative Aide EXECUTIVE SUMMARY: To accomplish the Fiscal Year 2009-2010 City Council high priority goal of "developing a procedure to combine the Community Development Block Grant (CDBG) and the Community Support Grant process", the grant application process was changed this year. The grant application process included the requirement for agency presentations before the Community and CDBG Grants Committee. On January 12, 2010, the Community and CDBG Grants Committee, made up of Vice Mayor Hildenbrand and Councilmember Hart, held a public meeting and reviewed information provided by Staff and received agency presentations on CDBG applications for funding (Attachments 1 and 2). The Committee supported Staff's funding recommendations as outlined in the Staff Report. FINANCIAL IMPACT: In Fiscal Year 2009-2010, the CDBG Grants totaled $81,509. Actual funding for Fiscal Year 2010-2011 may be different as funding allocations from the Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD) will not be known until mid-February or March of 2010. These funds will be reimbursed by the Alameda County Housing and Community Development Department. For planning purposes, the City has traditionally used current Fiscal Year allocations. RECOMMENDATION: Staff recommends that the City Council: 1) Receive Staff presentation; 2) Approve the Community and CDBG Grants Committee's recommendation to fund the following agencies; 3) Direct Staff to submit applications to the Alameda County Department of Housing and Community Development (HCD) for $81,509 in CDBG funding for Fiscal Year 2010-2011 ^ Axis Community Health $ 4,844 ^ Bay Area Community Services $ 6,557 ^ Open Heart Kitchen $ 10,000 Page 1 of 7 ITEM NO. •y' r~ ^ Senior Support Program of the Tri-Valley $ 11,594 ^ Spectrum Community Services -Meals on Wheels $ 6,469 ^ Tri-Valley Haven Domestic Violence/Homeless Shelter $ 15,000 ^ Housing Rehabilitation (required by the County) $ 15,018 ^ Annual Contribution toward Sojourner House $ 5,427 ^ Program Administration $ 6,600 TOTAL: $ 81,509 and 4) Should there be a decrease or an increase in CDBG allocations; Staff recommends that the percentage of the decrease or increase be distributed evenly across all of the programs that do not have mandatory set contributions up to the maximum funding request by each agency. Should the increase exceed the maximum funding requests, Staff recommends placing any remaining funds into the Housing Rehabilitation Program which is run by the County of Alameda Department of Housing and Community Development and offers Dublin residents paint grants, accessibility grants for grab bars and handicap ramps and major rehabilitation loans to homes that need new roofs, kitchen and bathroom upgrades, energy conservation upgrades and normal maintenance to older homes. Submitted By Community Development Director r Re 'ew By Assistant City Manager Page 2 of 7 DESCRIPTION: To accomplish the Fiscal Year 2009-2010 City Council high priority goal of "developing a procedure to combine the Community Development Block Grant (CDBG) and the Community Support Grant process" (Goal II-B-5), the grant application process was changed this year. The following actions were taken: • On October 6, 2009, the City Council created a Community and CDBG Grants Committee ("Committee") designed to provide policy guidance and direction to Staff on the annual Community and CDBG Grants program. • On October 22, 2009, the first Committee meeting was held. Due to the established Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD) guidelines for the Community Development Block Grant (CDBG} process, it was decided that the Community Support Grant open application process would occur during the same time period as the CDBG open application period. • The Request for Proposal was advertised three times, November 13th, 23`d and December 7th, 2009 for CDBG grant applications, with an open application period set between November 16 and December 16, 2009. Information about the Community Support Grant application process was released concurrently. • On November 3 and 10, 2009, City Staff held informational meetings with community organizations to discuss the changes regarding the process far submitting applications for the CDBG and Community Support Grant funding for Fiscal Year 2010-2011. Overall, the response to combining the processes was positive. • The application period for both grant programs ran simultaneously from November 16 to December 16, 2009. • On January 12, 2010 a public meeting was held before the Committee to review applications from agencies for the CDBG and Community Support Grants. At the conclusion of the January 12th 2010 meeting, the Committee concurred with Staff's recommendations as outlined later in the Staff Report. This Staff Report will address the Community Development Block Grant applications and recommendations only. The City Council will consider the Committee's funding recommendations for Community Support Grants at the Goals and Objectives/Budget Study Session on February 24, 2010. Page 3 of 7 ANALYSIS: During this year's application cycle, the City of Dublin received ten (10) applications for the use of Fiscal Year 2010-2011 CDBG funds as follows: 1. Axis Community Health is seeking grant support for the provision of direct medical services for income qualified Dublin residents. 2. Bay Area Community Services is seeking grant support for the Valley Creative Living Center which serves adults with psychiatric disabilities. 3. Community Resources for Independent Living is seeking grant support to provide Housing Services for persons with disabilities and seniors with limitations. 4. Lions Center for the Blind is seeking funds to develop a Program to assist blind and visually impaired Dublin residents. 5. Open Heart Kitchen is seeking grant support for their Hot Meals and Weekend Box Lunch Programs. 6. Senior Support is seeking grant support for Case Management services for homebound seniors. 7. Spectrum Community Services is seeking grant support for the Meals on Wheels Program. 8. Tri-Valley Haven is seeking grant support for Homeless and Domestic Violence Shelters & Services. 9. Tri-Valley Housing Opportunity Center is seeking grant support to provide financial and housing education and individual counseling to Dublin residents. 10.Tri-Valley YMCA is seeking grant support to purchase chairs for their new adult day- care Program. In addition to the above applications, the City of Dublin has 3 commitments for the use of CDBG funds: 1. Sojourner House - a homeless shelter for women and families. The City entered into a 10-year Jurisdictional Participation Agreement with the City of Livermore for the purchase and rehabilitation of Tri-Valley Haven's Sojourner House Family Crisis Center. The City will provide funding for the 9th year of the City's 10-year commitment. 2. Housing Rehabilitation -this Program is run by the County of Alameda Department of Housing and Community Development and offers Dublin residents paint grants, accessibility grants for grab bars and handicap ramps and major rehabilitation loans to homes that need new roofs, kitchen and bathroom upgrades, energy conservation upgrades and normal maintenance to older homes. This program typically has a waiting list of Dublin residents. Page 4 of 7 3. Administration -the City receives reimbursement up to $6,600 for administration of the Community Development Block Grant Program. Two of the applications received, the Lions Center for the Blind and the Tri-Valley YMCA, were new requests to the City and are not recommended for funding. The Lions Center for the Blind request is a new program and the application did not address the fundamental aspects of how the program would function for Dublin residents. The Tri-Valley YMCA request to purchase chairs is not an eligible use of CDBG funds. Staff has reviewed the proposed activities of the service providers to ensure the activities are in compliance with CDBG guidelines. As a requirement of funding, the City performs an annual site monitoring visit to each agency to review files and ensure compliance with HUD guidelines. Community and CDBG Grants Committee Review: The Committee held a public meeting on January 12, 2009. At the meeting, the Committee received a report from Staff and heard presentations by the agencies. The Committee stated that the services offered by the various agencies covered a wide range and were important services for Dublin residents. The Committee indicated that they were pleased with the amount of information provided by Staff and the agencies and supported Staff's recommendation for CDBG funding. Two applications stated above, submitted by CRIL and the Tri-Valley Housing Opportunity Center, were moved by the Committee, as recommended by Staff, to receive Community Support Grant funding through the City's Affordable Housing Fund. Both of these organizations offer housing services to Dublin residents. Under the guidelines of the City's Affordable Housing Fund, housing services offered to residents at or below 120% of the area median income are eligible uses of Affordable Housing Funds; therefore, the Committee indicated that supporting those services from the Housing Fund were appropriate uses of the money. The following table shows the agencies that applied for CDBG funds, approved funding for Fiscal Year 2009-10, the agency's funding request for Fiscal Year 2010-11, and Staff's recommendations and the Committee's recommendations for Fiscal Year 2010-11 funding. Approved Funding Staffs Standing Organizations Funding Amount for Request for Recommendation Committee Recommendations 2009-2010 2010-2011 FY 2010-2011 Current Service Providers Axis Communit Health $3,588 $5,000 $4,844 $4,844 Bay Area Community $4 857 $7 500 $6 557 $6 557 Services , , , , O en Heart Kitchen $9,614 $10,000 $10,000 $10,000 Senior Su ort $8,588 $15,000 $11,594 $11,594 S ectrum $5,407 $6,469 $6,469 $6,469 Tri-Valle Haven $14,366 $15,000 $15,000 $15,000 Sub-Total $46,420 $58,969 $54,464 $54,464 Page 5 of 7 Organizations Approved Funding Amount for 2009-2010 Funding Request Tor 2010-2011 Staff's Recommendation FY 2010-2011 ( Standing Committee Recommendations New Applicants Lion Center for the Blind -0- $20,000 -0- -0- YMCA -0- $7,508 -0- -0- Sub i otal -a- $27,308 -a- -0- Current Commitments Sojourner House* $ 5,427 $ 5,427 $5,427 $5,427 Housin Rehabilitation* $14,406 $14,406 $15,018 $15,018 Administration $ 6,600 $ 6,600 $6,600 $6,600 Sub-Total $26,433 $26,433 $27,045 $27,045 Applicants Funded 2009-2010 Community Resource of Inde endent Livin $3,588 $5,086 -0- -0- Kidango, Inc.* $5,068 -0- -0- -0- Sub-Total $8,656 $5,086 -0- -0- Grand Total $81,509 $117,996 $81,509 581,509 x Capital Improvement Projects Next Steps: Following the City Council's action on how the City's CDBG project funds will be distributed; the approved applications will be submitted to the Urban County CDBG Program. When Alameda County reviews and approves Dublin's project applications, a Program Agreement between the City and the County will be drafted, which the City Council will be requested to authorize. The final City-County Program Agreement will be submitted to HUD before July 1, 2010. The County of Alameda Housing and Community Development (HCD), fiscal agent for the Urban County CDBG Program, has not yet received the Fiscal Year 2010-2011 CDBG funding allocation figures from HUD for distribution to the Urban County Cities. For planning purposes, when the amount is unknown, the City typically uses the same total funding amount that was allocated the previous year. Past experience has shown that the HUD budget for CDBG funds will be different than the amount allocated in Fiscal Year 2009-2010. Should there be a decrease or an increase in CDBG allocations, Staff recommends that the percentage of the decrease or increase be distributed evenly across all the programs that do not have mandatory set contributions up to the maximum funding request by each agency. Staff recommends placing any remaining funds into the Housing Rehabilitation Program. NOTICING REQUIREMENTS/PUBLIC OUTREACH: Extensive public outreach was conducted as summarized in the Staff Report. The Request for Proposal was advertised three times, November 13th 23`d and December 7th, 2009 t'Gl~. C 6 UI % ATTACHMENTS: 1. January 12, 2010 Community and CDBG Grants Committee Staff Report without Attachments or Exhibits (Attachments and Exhibits can be reviewed in the Community Development Department) 2. Draft minutes from the January 12, 2010 Community and CDBG Grants Committee meeting K:\CDBG\2010-2011\CC SR 2-2-10 - Rewmmendations.doc Page 7 of 7 STAFF REPORT ~+~~ COMMUNITY SUPPORT AND COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT BLOCK GRANT CITY COUNCIL STANDING COMMITTEE DATE: January 12, 2010 TO: Vice Mayor Hildenbrand and Councilmember Hart FROM: Joni Pattillo, City Manager SUBJEC Community Development Block Grant (CDBG) and Community Support Grant Funding Requests for Fiscal Year 2010-2011 Prepared By: Gaylene Burkett, Admin' tive Aide and Amy Cunningham, Budget Manager EXECUTIVE SUMMARY: Staff has reviewed the Fiscal Year 2010-2011 applications received during the Request for Proposal period, November 16 through December 16, 2009. CDBG applications have been ranked according to rating criteria approved by the City Council in April 2009. Community Support Grant applications were reviewed for compliance with the submittal requirements and deadline for submittal. There is not currently an established rating criterion for the Community Support Grants. 1 The Standing Committee will hear Staff and organization presentations and make funding recommendations for consideration by the full City Council. FINANCIAL IMPACT: In Fiscal Year 2009-2010, the CDBG Grants totaled $81,509. Actual funding for Fiscal Year 2010-2011 may be different as funding allocations from the Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD) will not be known until mid-February or March. These funds will be reimbursed to the City by Alameda County Housing and Community Development Department. In Fiscal Year 2009-2010, the Community Support Grant funding cap is $120,000. Community Support Grants are supported entirely by the City's General Fund. RECOMMENDATION: Staff recommends that the Standing Committee: 1) Receive Staff presentation; 2) Receive CDBG applicant presentations; 3) Receive Community Support Grant applicant presentations; 4) Discuss funding options; and 5) Support Staff's recommendation for CDGB and C mmunity Support Grants; or provide alternate directi n for funding. /1 '/r ~- fr1 ~~~. Su ~ tted By Jeri am Submitted by Amy Cunningham iewed Cris Foss Community Development Director Budget Manager Assistant City Manager COPY TO: Grant Applicants______________________________________________________ATTACHMENT 1 r~___ ~ _rn ~~ ~~ BACKGROUND: The following is a brief overview of actions taken to accomplish the Fiscal Year 2009-2010 City Council high priority goal of developing a procedure to combine the Community Development Block Grant (CDBG) and the Community Support Grant processes into one, in anticipation of Dublin becoming an entitlement City in the coming years. • On October 6, 2009, the City Council created a City Council Standing Committee designed to provide policy guidance and direction on the City Council's major initiatives for this Fiscal Year. • On October 22, 2009, the first Standing Committee meeting was held. Due to strict established guidelines for the CDBG process as dictated by the Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD), it was decided that the Community Support Grant open application process would occur during the same time period as the CDBG open application period. • In early November, a Request for Proposal was advertised for CDBG, with an open application period set between November 16 and December 16, 2009. Information about the Community Support Grant application process was released concurrently. • On November 3 and 10, 2009, City Staff held informational meetings with community organizations to discuss the changes regarding the process for submitting applications for the CDBG and Community Support Grant funding for Fiscal Year 2010-2011. Overall, the response to combining the processes was positive. • On November 16, 2009, the application period for both grant programs opened. CDBG Background: Community Development Block Grant (CDBG) funds are provided by the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD). The City of Dublin works with Alameda County's Urban CDBG Program to allocate funds and with HUD to assure that all CDBG-funded activities are in compliance with federal regulations. The City of Dublin has participated in Alameda County's Urban-County CDBG Program since 1982. The Cities of Dublin, Albany, Emeryville, Newark, and Piedmont, which do not have a minimum population of 50,000 residents, make up the Urban County Cities. During the current Fiscal Year (FY 2009-2010), the City of Dublin received $81,509 in CDBG funding. Every year the County dedicates a percentage of each Urban County City's CDBG funding allocation to the County of Alameda's Housing Rehabilitation Program. This Program is available for residents within each of the respective Urban County Cities as well as` the unincorporated County. In addition, the County may limit each Urban County City to only 15% of the CDBG allocation for service-based organizations and projects. The County's past practice has been to review all applications received from each Urban County City to determine if the overall request for service-based projects exceeds the 15% limit. The County of Alameda Housing and Community Development (HCD), fiscal agent for the Urban County CDBG Program, has not yet received the 2010-2011 CDBG funding allocation figures from HUD for distribution to the Urban County Cities. For planning purposes, when the amount is unknown, the City typically uses the same total funding amount that was allocated Page 2 of 9 ~ ~~~ the previous year. Past experience has shown that the HUD budget for CDBG funds will less than the amount allocated in Fiscal Year 2010-2011, with the exception of the current fiscal year (FY 2009-2010) where the total allocation increased by approximately $1,000. Should there be a decrease or an increase in CDBG allocations; Staff recommends that the percentage of the decrease or increase be distributed evenly across all the programs that do not have mandatory set contributions up, to the maximum funding request by each agency. CDBG funds are ultimately Federal funds, therefore, strict reporting and monitoring for compliance is required. To comply with the County's CDBG timelines, the City Council Standing Committee's CDBG funding recommendations must be considered at the City Council meeting on February 2, 2010. Community Support Grant Background: This will mark the fourth fiscal year of a City Council approved Community Support funding process. There are several key elements that make up this process: 1) a standardized grant application packet; 2) a requirement that grant applicants make presentations outlining services provided to the Community and discuss how the additional City funding would further benefit Dublin residents and businesses; and 3) the establishment of a maximum request per project of $25,000 and a funding cap of $120,000 for the Fiscal Year 2010-2011 Budget process. As discussed above, the City Council high priority goal of combining the CDBG and Community Support Grant processes began this year in anticipation of the City becoming a CDBG Entitlement City in the future. Merging of the two processes resulted in changes to the Community Support Grant process; most significantly, the application timeline for the Community Support Grant process was accelerated to match the timelines required for the CDBG process. Additionally, the City Council Standing Committee, instead of the full City Council, will hear organization presentations this year. The City Council will consider the Standing Committee's funding recommendations for Community Support Grants at the Goals and Objectives/Budget Study Session on February 24, 2010. City Council recommended Community. Support Grant funding requests will be included for final consideration as higher service levels in the Fiscal Year 2010-2011 Preliminary Budget, with final grant awards to be confirmed as part of the City Council Budget Study Session held in June 2010. Outreach Efforts As in past years, there were many points of contact with organizations as part of the CDBG and Community Support Grant application processes. These outreach and education efforts included: • Notification letter to all prior grant recipients outlining changes to the grant process and inviting them to an informational meeting to discuss the overall grant programs and key changes to the processes for FY 2010-2011; • Two informational meetings held in early November 2009 for both CDBG and Community Support Grant applicants with approximately twenty total potential applicants in attendance; Page3of9 i~~ • Notification letters to prior CDBG and Community Support Grant applicants announc g opening of funding application period commencing November 16, 2009 with deadline of December 16, 2009; • Announcements on City website about open application period with links to CDBG and Community Support Grant applications; • Letter to FY 2010-2011 CDBG and Community Support Grant applicants providing information about mandatory presentation date/time and presentation guidelines. Each organization will be provided three (3) minutes to highlight the success or impact of past funding; the need for this funding request; and the number of Dublin residents served by the program/project. The City Council Standing Committee has allocated an additional two (2) minutes for questions and answers. ANALYSIS CDBG During this year's application cycle, the City of Dublin received ten (10) applications for the use of Fiscal Year 2010-2011 CDBG funds. Two of the applications, Tri-Valley YMCA and the Lions Center for the Blind, received are new requests to the City; the remaining requests are applicants that the City ultimately funded in FY 2009-2010. Staff is not recommending funding for one prior year applicant, Community Resources for Independent Living, and the two new application requests. Below is further discussion of these three applications. Staff reviewed the CDBG applications and rated them according to the following approved criteria: • Organization and Management -Evaluates the agency's ability to run and manage its operations; • Needs and Benefits -Assesses if the request meets the targeted population, goals and/or policies established by HUD guidelines; • Funding and Budget-- Evaluates the agency's ability to leverage funds, reviews fees and current audits. Staff has reviewed past program performance and new proposed activities of the service providers to ensure the activities are in compliance with CDBG guidelines. As a requirement of funding, the City performs an annual site monitoring visit to each agency to review files and ensure compliance with HUD guidelines. If the agency received funding in Fiscal Year 2008- 2009, the results of the site monitoring visits are included on the cover page for that agency in Attachment A. Below is a chart listing the applications received, funding requests and Staff's recommendations for Fiscal Year 2010-2011: Organizations Funding Request for 2010-2011 Staff Recommendation r; FY 2010-2 011 Axis Community Health $5,000 _ _ $4,844 Ba Area Community Services $7,500 $6,557 Open Heart Kitchen $10,000 $10,000 Senior Support $15,000 $11,594 Spectrum $6,469 $6,469 Tri-Valley Haven $15,000 $15,000 Page 4 of 9 Funding Request Staff ~ Organizations for 2010-2011 Recommendation FY 2010-2011 New Re nests ~ 'Lions Center for the Blind $20,000 -0- Tri-Valley YMCA _ $7.,508 -0- Recommended Transfe r to Communi Su ort Grant _ `Community Resources for Independent $5,086 -0- Livin CRIL Tri-Valley Housing- Opportunity Center $25,000 -0- (TVHOC) In an effort to reduce the volume of paper used for duplication of this report, application attachments (such as tax documents, organization bylaws and administrative policies, etc.) are not included, but are available for review at City offices if desired. All applicants have submitted the necessary supporting documentation in their application attachments. The first new request is from the Tri-Valley YMCA seeking funds to purchase sixty (60) chairs for the adult day care program located at Nielsen Elementary School in Dublin. Staff was informed by HCD that CDBG funds could not be used to purchase chairs that are not permanently affixed as requested by the YMCA; therefore, this application has been deemed ineligible for CDBG funding. The second new request was submitted by the Lion's Center for the Blind seeking funds for a Program entitled Dublin Insight. The goals of Dublin Insight are to provide education , opportunities for blind and visually impaired citizens through orientation and mobility instruction, computer instruction, employment services, living skill assistance, and vision assessments. City Staff verified that the Program is a start-up project. A location to provide the services in Dublin or the Tri-Valley has not been identified. In addition, the application was not clear as to how many Dublin residents may actually benefit from this program, although verbal conversations indicated between 50 to 400 Dublin residents could receive services. Market and outreach strategies for this program were not identified in the application. Given the limited amount of CDBG funds, Staff is not recommending funding for this start-up program. Community Resources for Independent Living (CRIL) provides an array of services to individuals with various disabilities, including housing assistance. The City has awarded the organization CDBG funding for the past several years to support these activities. CDBG guidelines mandate the monitoring and auditing of grant recipient services. During the City's recent monitoring of CRIL's case files it was noted that the organization had not maintained compliance with HUD mandated reporting requirements, such as disability and income verification and case-file management. Staff is currently working with CRIL to address these reporting issues. At this time, the Standing Committee could consider funding CRIL's Housing Service Program through a transfer to the Community Support Grant process. If this option is chosen, Staff recommends supporting the program through the City's Inclusionary Zoning In-Lieu Fee Fund (Affordable Housing Fund). Housing services are allowable expenses per the City's Zoning Ordinance, Section 8.68.080 A. More about this option is discussed below. Staff recommends transferring the CDBG application from Tri-Valley Housing Opportunity Center (TVHOC) in the amount of $25,000, for the Family Stability and Home Linkage Program, Z~ Page 5 of 9 to the Community Support Grant program. This transfer would allow for the organization to`i5e ~ supported through the City's Affordable Housing Fund. The City's support of TVHOC has historically been provided through the Affordable Housing Fund. Depending on how the Committee allocates Fiscal Year 2010-2011 funds, it is anticipated that there will be funds remaining (approximately $612) that can be allocated to the Housing Rehabilitation Program which is administered by the County. This Program provides income qualified Dublin residents with funds for accessibility improvements, in addition to major rehabilitation loans up to $60,000. Currently, there is a waiting list for these services. In addition to the above requests, the City has a 10-year commitment to provide funding for $5,427 to the City of Livermore per the Jurisdictional Participation Agreement entered into for the rehabilitation of Tri-Valley Haven's Sojourner House Family Crisis Center. This will be the ninth year of the City's 10-year commitment to pay this amount to the City of Livermore. Of the ten CDBG applications received, Staff recommends funding six of those programs through the CDBG process. The programs as recommended meet the CDBG program's national objectives of benefiting income qualified persons, homeless persons or persons with disabilities; and all qualify as eligible uses of CDBG funds. The City does not recommend CDBG funding for CRIL, Lion's Center for the Blind and the YMCA as previously noted. It is recommended that CRIL and TVHOC be transferred to the Community Support Grant process. The CDBG application packets (Attachment 1) are provided in the order listed in the above table (with the exception of the two applications that are recommended transfers to the Community Support Grant process). If an agency has been funded in the previous fiscal year, it will be noted on the coversheet how much money was funded to that agency. If there are new applicants, the previously funded amount will be listed as zero. Community Support Grants During this year's Community Support Grant application cycle, the City of Dublin received twelve (12) project applications from ten (1~0) organizations. Two organizations, Axis Community Health and Dublin Partners in Education, submitted applications for two projects. Upon Staff review, all applications were deemed complete. Attachment 2 of the Staff Report includes a summary sheet for FY 2010-2011 funding requests; indication about the organization's compliance with application requirements; and Staff funding recommendations. Similar to the format for CDBG applications, the summary sheet is followed by a cover sheet for each application which summarizes the organization's request. Cover sheets and applications are provided in the order appearing on the summary sheet. ,. Page 6 of 9 The following requests were received for Fiscal Year 2010-2011: ~~ao Funding ~ Staff Request ,Recommendation i O,rganization FY 2010-2.011... L FY 2010-2011 Axis Community Health - Health Care Access $9,000 $9,000 Chabot-Las Positas Community College District - Tri-Valle One-Sto Career Center $15,000 $15,000 Child Care Links - ' Communit Service Project $18,500 $18,500 Community Resources for Independent Living (CRIL) - O erations $11,925 $11,925 Dublin Partners in Education - O erations $15,000 $15,000 Dublin San Ramon Services District - Low Income Resident Pa ment Assistance $25,000 $0 Eden Information & Referral - Alameda Coun 2-1-1 $10,000 $10,000 Eden Council for Hope and Opportunity (ECHO) - aI Assistance Pro~c. ram _ Rent $6,180 $6,180 _ New Re uests _ ~ _ Axis Community Health (New Project) - Automated Patient Messa in $4,000 $4,000 Dublin Partners in Education (New Program) - "Dollars for Scholars Bowl-A-Rama" $5,000 $5,000 Hope Hospice (New Organization) - O erations $15,000 $15,000 Pacific Chamber Symphony (New Request) - "Music is Fun" Assembly Program $12,000 $12,000 '~ Rnrnmmpnriprl Transfers frnm_t:RF3G Community Resources for Independent Living (CRIL)- Housin Services $5,086 $3,588 Tri-Valley Housing Opportunity Center - - Low Income Pa ment Assistance $25,000 $25,000 Similar to the CDBG applications, Community Support Grant application attachments (such as tax returns, certificate of insurance, etc.) are not included, but are available for review at City offices if desired. All applicants have submitted the necessary supporting documentation in their application attachments. Two organizations have applied for grant funding through both the CDBG and Community Support Grants processes: • Axis Community Health (two Community Support Group and one CDBG applidation); and • CRIL (one Community Support and one CDBG application). Three new projects were submitted for consideration as part of the FY 2010-2011 funding process, details of these projects are further discussed in the attached exhibits: • Axis Community Health -Automated Patient Messaging; • Dublin Partners in Education -New Fundraiser "Dollars for Scholars Bowl-A-Rama"; • Hope Hospice -Grief Support Center Operations. Page 7 of 9 ~ ~~ One organization, Dublin San Ramon Services District (DSRSD), is not recommended for funding through the Community Support Grant process. DSRSD has requested $25,000 to create a Payment Assistance Program for Low Income Residents of Dublin. DSRSD presented a similar application to the City Council during the FY 2009-2010 funding process. At that time, concerns about the sustainability of funding such a project through the City were expressed by City Councilmembers; however, there was interest in partnering with DSRSD to secure other funding sources (such as through the State) to support creation of this program. Eden Council for Hope and Opportunity (ECHO) is requesting $6,180 for its Rental Assistance Program. As in past years, Staff recommends that this program be supported through the City's Affordable Housing Fund instead of through the General Fund. The Pacific Chamber Symphony has submitted an application for $12,000 to support the "Music is Fun" Assembly Program for Dublin Elementary Schools. The last year this organization received funding was FY 2007-2008 ($7,000). In FY 2008-2009, Pacific Chamber Symphony was not awarded funding due to significant competition; and in FY 2009-_2010 the organization did not submit an application. Although Staff is not recommending funding for CRIL's CDBG application, as mentioned above, it is possible to fund CRIL's housing services through the Community Grant process, if desired. The City has not had concerns about CRIL meeting the Community Support Grant reporting requirements in the past. If transferred to the Community Support Grant program, it is recommended that CRIL's housing services be supported through the Affordable Housing Fund in the amount of $3,588, similar to the amount awarded to the organization through the CDBG process in Fiscal Year 2009-2010. (As CRIL's Community Support Grant application is specific to funding organization operations, this application does not qualify for funding through the Affordable Housing Fund.) It is further recommended that a CDBG application from Tri-Valley Housing Opportunity Center (TVHOC) in the amount of $25,000, for the Family Stability and Home Linkage Program, be transferred to the Community Support Grant program and be supported through the City's Affordable Housing Fund. The City's support of TVHOC has historically been provided through the Affordable Housing Fund. In total $150,193 in funding requests are recommended for inclusion in the Community Support Grant program for FY 2010-2011. General Fund support to organizations is recommended at $115,425; and Affordable Housing Fund support is recommended at $34,768. The Community Support Grant application packets (Attachment 2) are provided in the order lis"ted in the table above. If an agency was funded in the prior fiscal year, the funding level will be noted on the coversheet. The previously funded amount column will list "n/a" for al{ .new grant programs. ' Page8of9 ~~~o ACTION REQUIRED Staff recommends the Standing Committee take the following actions: • Receive Staff presentation; • Receive CDBG applicant presentations; • Receive Community Support Grant applicant presentations; • Discuss funding options; and • Support Staffs recommendation for CDGB and Community Support Grants; or provide alternate direction for funding. ATTACHMENTS: 1. CDBG Application Summary Sheet with applications and rating sheets: A. Axis Community Health B. Bay Area Community Services C. Open Heart Kitchen D. Senior Support E. Spectrum F. Tri-Valley Haven G. Lion Center for the Blind H. Tri-Valley YMAC 2. Community Support Grant Summary with cover sheets and grant applications: A. Axis Community Health B. Chabot-Las Positas Community College District C. Child Care Links D. Community Resources for Independent Living (CRIL) E. Dublin Partners in Education F. Dublin San Ramon Services District G. Eden Information & Referral H. Eden Council for Hope and Opportunity (ECHO) I. Axis Community Health -new project J. Dublin Partners in Education -new project K. Hope Hospice -new project L. Pacific Chamber Symphony M. Community Resources for Independent Living (CRIL) - CDBG transfer N. Tri-Valley Housing Opportunity Center -CDBG transfer Page 9 of 9 Iflc~2~ DRAFT ~~~ ~V \~/~: ~ D~ T~ COMMUN/TYAND CDBG GRANTS COMM/TTEE M/NOTES JANUARY 12, 2010 CALL TO ORDER A meeting of the Community and CDBG Grants Committee ("Committee") was held on January 12, 2010 in the Dublin City Council Chambers, 100 Civic Plaza, Dublin. Vice Mayor Kasie Hildenbrand called the meeting to order at 1:31 p.m. ATTENDEES Kasie Hildenbrand, Vice Mayor; Kevin Hart, Councilmember ;Joni Pattillo, City Manager; Jeri Ram, Community Development Director; Amy Cunningham, Sr. Analyst ;John Lucero, Housing Specialist; Gaylene Burkett, Housing Assistant; and, Taryn Gavagan, Recording Secretary. PUBLIC MEETING Vm. Hildenbrand opened the floor for public comment. There were no comments. Gaylene Burkett, Housing Assistant, presented a brief summary of the background & analysis for both Grant processes, as well as a brief summary of the Committee's involvement, as stated in the Staff Report. Ms. Burkett briefly presented Attachment 1 and its Exhibits. She stated that Staff is recommending transferring Community Resources for Independent Living and Tri-Valley Housing Opportunity Center from Community Development Block Grant ("CDBG") to the Community Support Grant ("CSG") for consideration. Amy Cunningham, Senior Analyst, presented a brief summary of the CSG and outreach process for both Grant processes, as stated in the Staff Report. Ms. Cunningham briefly presented Attachment 2 and its Exhibits. She stated the CSG presentations will follow the order as stated on the Agenda, except for Dublin San Ramon Services District who will be presenting last. The Committee had no questions. Vm. Hildenbrand stated the order of presentations, with Dublin San Ramon Services District presenting last, and briefly summarized the meeting's Agenda. Sue Compton, representing Axis Community Health ("Axis"), briefly presented Axis' services and requested 2010-2011 CDBG funding for continued support of medical visits. Page 1 of 10 Attachment 2 -~~~ DRAFT DRAFT Cm. Hart and Ms. Compton confirmed that eight Dublin residents received services in the first quarter of 2009-2010. Vm. Hildenbrand had no questions but stated that Axis is a great benefit to the community. Kelly Johnson, representing Bay Area Community Services -Valley Creative Learning Center ("BAGS"), briefly presented BAGS' services and requested 2010-2011 CDBG funding for continued support of their Rehabilitation Program in the Tri-Valley. Cm. Hart had no questions and stated that he feels there is definitely a need for BAGS' services. Vm.Hildenbrand and Ms. Johnson clarified that BAGS served nine Dublin residents last year and plan to serve at least the same amount this next year. Linda McKeever, representing Open Heart Kitchen, briefly presented Open Heart Kitchen's services and requested 2010-2011 CDBG funding for continued support of their Hot Meal and Weekend Boxed-Lunch Program. Vm. Hildenbrand asked if there were any particular qualifications for individuals receiving the boxed lunches. Ms. McKeever replied that no qualifications are required; however, Open Heart Kitchen does conduct surveys on a weekly basis to find out the income levels of participants. Vm. Hildenbrand and Ms. McKeever confirmed that Open Heart Kitchen has an open-door policy and individuals are not denied a meal. Ms. McKeever stated that the amount of food prepared is based on the number of participants served the previous week. Vm. Hildenbrand stated that she appreciates that individuals are able to take food home for their families, as sometimes not everyone in a family is able to make it to the site to receive a meal. Ms. McKeever stated that Open Heart Kitchen's focus is to ensure everyone in a family is fed. Marlene Petersen, representing Senior Support of the Tri-Valley ("Senior Support"), briefly presented Senior Support's services and requested 2010-2011 CDBG funding for continued support of their Case Management Program. The Committee had no questions. Annemarie Parrish, representing Spectrum Community Services ("Spectrum"), briefly presented Spectrum's services and requested 2010-2011 CDBG funding for continued support of their Meals on Wheels Program. Vm. Hildenbrand confirmed that Spectrum is serving 35 seniors and asked if Ms. Parrish had seen an increase in seniors seeking services. Ms. Parrish replied that they have seen an increase; however, due to budget constraints, Spectrum is not able to serve many more than 35 seniors. Page 2 of 10 DRAFT I D~D Ms. Compton, again representing Axis, briefly presented Axis' services and requested 2010-2011 CSG funding for continued support of their health care services for the uninsured and low-income Dublin residents. Cm. Hart asked if Axis works out of the Dublin Library. Ms. Compton replied yes. Cm. Hart asked how Axis advertises their services. Ms. Compton replied that Axis does find it difficult to advertise as most of their clients do not read the newspaper or watch television. She stated that 85% of their clients are referred by word- of-mouth. She further stated that Axis does have employees who provide marketing outreach to the public, have contact with other social service providers, and provide multi-lingual services. Ms. Compton stated that working out of the Dublin Library also helps to advertise their services. Cm. Hart asked if Axis is reaching only Dublin residents through the Library. Ms. Compton replied that Axis visits many Tri-Valley libraries and reaches residents all over the Tri-Valley; however, mostly Dublin residents are encountered at the Dublin Library. Vm. Hildenbrand asked if Axis provides brochures to those who don't have insurance. Ms. Compton replied yes. She stated that Axis provides brochures specific to different types of clients as well as on-site school counseling services. Sheri Burns, representing Community Resources for Independent Living ("CRIL"), briefly presented CRIL's services and requested 2010-2011 CDBG funding for continued support of their Housing Assistance Program. Ms. Burns stated that CRIL has faced a challenge in obtaining additional income verification from clients, which is required under the CDBG Alameda County Department of Housing and Urban Development funding. She stated that CRIL is currently working with City of Dublin Staff to review other ways to fund CRIL's valuable service and appreciates Staff's efforts helping CRIL correct the problem. Cm. Hart asked for clarification in regards to trouble obtaining additional income verification from clients. Ms. Burns stated that as part of the CDBG funding requirements, clients are required to submit verification of low or very-low income status, such as social security award letters, Medi-Cal letters, or proof that they are receiving income-supportive services. She stated that clients have difficulty bringing in such verification and are not denied services, but asked to self-certify and submit their verification soon after. She further stated that calls and visits to clients are made, however, not all clients respond. Ms. Ram stated that because of the challenges Staff is having with the documentation, Staff is concerned that the City would have complications with the CDBG funding. She stated that Staff Page 3 of 10 ~ ~I~zo DRAFT DRA T came up with a solution to transfer CRIL's funding to the CSG so the City can continue to fund CRIL's valuable services while Staff continues to work out the documentation issues. She further stated that CRIL could apply for CDBG funding next year. Ms. Ram stated that there are certain services CRIL provides in relation to housing which would enable the City to help fund CRIL through the Housing In-Lieu Fee fund, using the CSG process. Ms. Ram clarified that CRIL would be requesting funding through the CSG process; however, it would be funded through the Housing In-Lieu Fee fund. Kathy Manhan and Melissa Ponchard, representing Lions Center for the Blind ("The Center"), briefly presented The Center's services and requested 2010-2011 CDBG funding for support of their services for the blind. Ms. Ponchard stated that The Center does not currently have any residents from Dublin using their services. Cm. Hart asked if The Center has attempted to market Dublin residents. Ms. Ponchard replied no because residents of Dublin have not registered on their database. Vm. Hildenbrand asked if The Center markets specifically to other Tri-Valley cities like Livermore and Pleasanton. Vm. Hildenbrand stated that Dublin residents may not be aware of The Center. Ms. Manhan replied that a big challenge for The Center is that they do not have a lot of funding for marketing as they are funded through the Department of Rehabilitation. She stated that The Center does interact with the senior centers within the Tri-Valley. Vm. Hildenbrand asked if The Center has visited the Dublin Senior Center. Ms. Manhan replied no; however, they do intend to visit the Dublin Senior Center. After no further questions or presentations, Vm. Hildenbrand called a 10-minute break. Vm. Hildenbrand called the meeting back to order at 2:37 PM. Vm. Hildenbrand stated that the Tri-Valley YMCA was not available to make a presentation. She clarified that as part of the CDBG process, they are not required to make a presentation. Ann King, representing Tri-Valley Haven, briefly presented Tri-Valley Haven's services and requested 2010-2011 CSG funding for continued support of their Domestic Violence Shelters. Vm. Hildenbrand stated that she appreciates the fact that Tri-Valley Haven now has a security system watching over the properties. Cm. Hart stated that law enforcement uses the Tri-Valley Haven services as referrals for many customers. Page 4 of 10 1520 DRAFT D FT Joni Pattillo, City Manager stated that the presentations were ahead of schedule and suggested another 10-minute break to prepare for the CSG presentations. Cm. Hart asked if the YMCA was expected to make a presentation to the Committee. Ms. Burkett replied that she had spoken to one of their representatives earlier in the day. She stated that they had inquired as to whether or not they should present if they were not being recommended for funding. Ms. Burkett stated that she informed them they are not required to present as they are applying for CDBG funding; however, having them present or appear was not discouraged. Vm. Hildenbrand called fora 10-minute break. Vm. Hildenbrand called the meeting back to order at 2:57 PM. Ms. Burns, again representing CRIL, briefly presented CRIL's services and requested 2010-2011 CSG funding for continued support of their Independent Living Program. Cm. Hart asked if the disaster preparedness training that CRIL offers will continue in the program. Ms. Burns replied yes. Janet Lockhart, representing Dublin Partners in Education ("DPIE"), briefly presented DPIE's services and requested 2010-2011 CSG funding for continued support of their Vocational Mentoring, Promotion of the Arts Program and Career Days. Ms. Lockhart, representing DPIE, also requested 2010-2011 CSG funding for DPIE's new fundraiser, "Dollars for Scholars Bowl-A- Rama." Vm. Hildenbrand asked for more clarification in how the Bowl-A-Rama Fundraiser works. Ms. Lockhart replied that DPIE markets to the small businesses within the community who provide services for children, such as dentists and shoe stores. She stated that for $250 the business can be a lane sponsor which enables the business to get their name put above the lane on the Fundraiser bowling night. She further stated that businesses are also being asked to donate goodie bags or supplies for goodie bags to give away at the Fundraiser. Ms. Lockart stated that DPIE is receiving a lot of small donations from businesses to help with the Fundraiser. She stated that the goal is the have three lanes of bowling for a team and to get parents to bring their kids and bowl as a family. She further stated that for $165 parents get three games of bowling, five people to a team, entries in various raffles, and shoes for every teammate. Ms. Lockhart stated that for the business community, the fundraiser gives them an opportunity to meet with the families, greet them, and/or provide their business material. Ms. Lockhart stated that DPIE is also working with the local newspaper to run afull-page ad for the Fundraiser. She stated that an end-of-January date was anticipated for the Fundraiser; however, with the current economy many businesses are unable to make such a donation. Ms. Page 5 of 10 i~ X20 DRAFT DRAFT Lockhart clarified that DPIE is looking to extend the timeline and anticipates alate-March Fundraiser. Ms. Lockhart stated that DPIE's overall goal is to become more independent and not have to request City funding through the Community Grants. She stated that the goal is to have enough permanent fundraisers in place to help support the operation of DPIE. Cm. Hart stated that he likes the fact that DPIE is giving back to the small business community. Shelia Brunson, representing Eden Council for Hope and Opportunity ("ECHO Housing"), briefly presented ECHO Housing's services and requested 2010-2011 CSG funding for continued support of the Rental Assistance Program. The Committee had no questions. Barbara Bernstein, representing EDEN Information and Referral (Eden I&R), briefly presented EDEN I&R's services and requested 2010-2011 CSG funding for continued support of their Alameda County 211 Program. Cm. Hart asked what kind of advertising is done at the Dublin schools. Ms. Bernstein replied that at the beginning of every school year, calls are made to every school to inform them of 211 services. Cm. Hart asked if other community groups have EDEN I&R information for referrals. Ms. Bernstein replied yes. She stated that EDEN I&R works very closely with public safety & fire services to ensure that the Santa Rita Jail employees and incarcerated population are aware of the 211 service. She stated that the service is helpful to inmates who are close to their release date. Vm. Hildenbrand asked if the marketing is reaching more people or if there is a greater need. Ms. Bernstein replied that she believes it is both. Melissa Span, representing Child Care Links, briefly presented Child Care Links' services and requested 2010-2011 CSG funding for continued support of their Community Services Project. Ms. Span stated that Child Care Links would like to work more closely with the City in regards to new facilities coming in so that Child Care Links could provide support before any potential problems arise as opposed to after a problem arises. The Committee had no questions. Ms. Compton, representing Axis Community Health ("Axis"), briefly presented Axis' growing need for a newer and advanced telephone system, and requested 2010-2011 CSG funding for assistance in acquiring a new Teleminder telephone system. Cm. Hart asked what the total cost is for the new system. Page 6 of 10 DRAFT i~ ~ z~ DRA T Ms. Compton replied that the total cost is approximately $40,000 which includes the system, training and software. Vm. Hildenbrand asked if the telephone system will be integrated into their computer system. Ms. Compton replied that it is not integrated into the computer system; it is integrated into their current telephone system. She stated that in approximately two years, Axis will convert to electronic health records and, at that point, the two systems can merge. Vm. Hildenbrand stated that she has heard that it is difficult to get through Axis' phone lines. Vm. Hildenbrand asked if patients walk into the office because they can't reach anyone through the phone lines. Ms. Compton replied yes. Helen Meier, representing Hope Hospice, briefly presented Hope Hospice's services and requested 2010-2011 CSG funding for support of their Grief Support Center. Vm. Hildenbrand asked how many Dublin residents were served in the last year. Ms. Meier replied that approximately 70 Dublin residents received bereavement and grief support services last year. She stated that Hope Hospice anticipates serving 45 people for bereavement in the next year. Cm. Hart stated that he appreciates the services that are provided for bereavement & grief support. Ms. Meier clarified that the Grief Support Department is primarily focused on the remaining family after a loved one has passed. She stated that Hope Hospice does also provide anticipatory grief services for families whose loved one is in Hospice Care. She further stated that those services are for adults; however, there is also a children's counselor available. Lawrence Kohl, representing Pacific Chamber Symphony ("The Symphony"), briefly presented The Symphony's services and requested 2010-2011 CSG funding for support of their Music Education Program. Cm. Hart stated that the schools definitely do not have the funding to support a music program. Vm. Hildenbrand stated that she has seen some of The Symphony's performances. She stated that they are very interactive and the kids do seem to enjoy them. Mr. Kohl stated that The Symphony believes it's important to provide fun and educational music activities, and especially to get the kids involved. Vm. Hildenbrand asked if The Symphony would be able to reach all of the Dublin schools with $12,000 and if The Symphony has made assembly appointments with schools already. Page 7 of 10 DRAFT ~~z~ D T Mr. Kohl replied that The Symphony would be able to reach all the schools with $12,000 funding. He stated that The Symphony is also in contact with the school district and all schools are interested in having the program at their school. John Alves, representing Las Positas College, Tri-Valley One Stop Career Center ("LPC Career Center"), briefly presented LPC Career Center's services and requested 2010-2011 CSG funding for continued support of their Career Center and Employment Training Services. Cm. Hart asked Mr. Alves to provide more detail of the program. Mr. Alves replied that the LPC Career Center currently has approximately 25 Dublin residents who are in advanced training. He stated the funds assist in training displaced working individuals for new career fields. Vm. Hildenbrand stated that she believes the LPC Career Center provides a valuable service. She stated that the LPC Career Center is a great benefit to the community, especially young individuals. Vm. Hildenbrand called fora 10-minute break. The meeting was called back to order at 4:00 PM. Jacqueline Rickman, representing the Tri-Valley Housing Opportunity Center ("TVHOC"), briefly presented the TVHOC's services and requested 2010-2011 CSG funding for continued support of their Family Stability and Home Linkage Program. The Committee had no questions. John Archer, representing Dublin San Ramon Services District ("DSRSD"), briefly presented DSRSD's services and requested 2010-2011 CSG funds for support of their Payment Assistance Program for water utilities. Cm. Hart asked how existing programs work in other Tri-Valley cities. Mr. Archer replied that he did not have those details; however, he believes Livermore's program is set up for low-income residents to assist with their utility payments. He stated that East Bay Municipal Utility District does have property tax money that helps with their Payment Assistance Program. Cm. Hart asked if there are any other funding sources available. Mr. Acher replied that the only extra revenue that comes in is some from cell tower business. He clarified that those funds are currently allocated towards rate stabilization. Cm. Hart asked what the anticipated need is for this program. Page 8 of 10 ~~~~ DRAFT DRAFT Mr. Archer replied that DSRSD believes the need is in the neighborhood of $100,000, although they are only requesting $25,000. Cm. Hart asked for clarification on the stipulations of the program. Mr. Archer clarified that the program would give households assistance in paying one month's water bill up to the amount of $92. Vm. Hildenbrand stated that in last year's discussion regarding a Grant application for this Program, the City Council had asked that the City and DSRSD explore the possibilities of partnering to research outside funding for the program. She asked if this was ever accomplished. NTr. Archer replied that he was aware of such a discussion but was unaware of DSRSD identifying other sources of funding. There was a brief discussion regarding the City and DSRSD working to locate outside funding for the program. Vm. Hildenbrand stated that she was not aware of any items being brought before City Council in the last year to propose ideas for the Program. Ms. Pattillo stated that she had a conversation with the General Manager of DSRSD and they have agreed to move forward with earnest discussions regarding funding for the Program. She stated that the Program does have value and the City would like to work in partnership with DSRSD to better serve the community. Vm. Hildenbrand opened the floor for public comment. After hearing no comments, Vm. Hildenbrand closed the floor for public comment. John Lucero, Housing Specialist, presented the Community Development Block Grant recommendations as stated in the Staff Report. Cm. Hart asked if there is one, consolidated list that lists all of the services and organizations supported. Ms. Pattillo replied that all of the information is available on the 211 website. Cm. Hart stated that he concurs with Staffs recommendations and believes Lions Center for the Blind needs to put forth more effort in marketing to the Dublin community. Vm. Hildenbrand confirmed with Cm. Hart that CRIL and TVHOC would be transferred to the Community Service Grants. Vm. Hildenbrand agreed with Cm. Hart and stated that Lions Center for the Blind seems to provide a wonderful service; however, it is unclear as to why other cities in the Tri-Valley are being marketed and not Dublin. She stated that a $20,000 request for four instructors seems large, especially during this economic time. She further stated that she would like to see more outreach, especially to the Dublin Senior Center, and believes that the community could greatly benefit from their services; however, more outreach needs to be done before granting funds. Page 9 of 10 DST ~°~~ Vm. Hildenbrand confirmed that she would like to move forward with Staff's recommendations. Cm. Hart thanked Staff for the organization of and thorough information in the Staff Report and applications. Ms. Cunningham presented the Community Service Grant recommendations as stated in the Staff Report. Vm. Hildenbrand confirmed with Ms. Cunningham that CRIL, TVHOC and ECHO would be funded by the Housing In-Lieu Fee Fund through the CSG process. Cm. Hart stated that he agrees with Staffs recommendation of transferring CRIL and TVHOC over to CSG. He stated that in regards to DSRSD, without a doubt the program is needed; however, he is not prepared to support DSRSD's request without proof of more effort of collaborating with the City to research outside funding sources. Vm. Hildenbrand agreed with Cm. Hart regarding DSRSD and reiterated that more effort needs to be put forth on DSRSD's part. She stated that residents do need water and the City would like to work with DSRSD to find a solution and help get the program started. Vm. Hildenbrand stated that she supports Staff's recommendations. Ms. Cunningham stated that a meeting with all organizations will be held in March to get feedback on the CDBG/CSG application process. ADJOURNMENT The meeting was adjourned at 4:36 p.m. K• 1 Combining CDBG & Community Grants 1 City Council Committees I #1 -Standing Committee I Minutes (CDBG-CSG Committee Minutes 1.12.10.doc Page 10 of 10