Carlsbad City Council
May 7, 2024

CA Review __AF__

Meeting Date: May 7, 2024

To: Mayor and City Council

From: Scott Chadwick, City Manager

Staff Contact: Nicole Piano-Jones, Program Manager
[email protected], 442-339-2191

Subject: Fiscal Year 2024-25 Annual Action Plan for the Community Development Block Grant Program

Districts: All

Recommended Actions

1. Hold a public hearing; and

2. Adopt a resolution approving the Community Development Block Grant Program Fiscal Year 2024-25 Annual Action Plan for submission to the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development.

Executive Summary
The city receives Community Development Block Grant funds from the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD) each year. These grants are intended to help the city provide decent housing and a suitable living environment and to expand economic opportunities, principally for low- and moderate-income people.

The City Council must adopt a Community Development Block Grant annual action plan each year for the city to receive the funding. The action plan is then submitted to HUD for its review and final approval. The action plan identifies goals, projects, and funding allocations for the city’s annual entitlement grant of $518,215 for the 2024-25 fiscal year, of which 15% – approximately $78,000 – can be used for direct services to address homelessness. The action plan assesses community development needs, identifies six priority goals and outlines strategies to help the city meet those goals.

The Housing Commission met and reviewed the Community Development Block Grant FY 2024- 25 funding recommendations on March 14, 2024. The commission approved a resolution (Exhibit 2) approving the FY 2024-25 funding recommendations for incorporation in the FY 2024-25 Annual Action Plan and recommended that the City Council approve the plan (Exhibit 1, Attachment A).

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Explanation & Analysis
Overview
The federal Community Development Block Grant Program provides Carlsbad with a reliable source of funding for programs intended to improve the lives of their low- and moderate- income residents in Carlsbad.

The Fiscal Year 2024-25 Annual Action Plan covers the fifth year of the city’s five-year Consolidated Plan, which assesses community development needs, identifies six priority goals and outlines strategies to help the city meet those goals. The City Council approved the following priorities for the Community Development Block Grant funds on Jan. 14, 2020:

Priority 1: Increase and preserve affordable housing opportunities for low- and moderate-income households
Priority 2: Prevent and reduce homelessness
Priority 3: Strengthen support services for residents with special needs Priority 4: Improve and provide facilities to serve lower-income persons Priority 5: Provide fair housing services to residents
Priority 6: Plan and administer the Community Development Block Grant program On Oct. 17, 2023, the City Council confirmed the priorities and authorized staff to issue a notice of funding availability and accept applications for FY 2024-25 Community Development Block Grant funds. (Resolution No. 2023-124) The application period was approximately eight weeks. from Nov. 17, 2023-Jan. 12, 2024. Six applications were received from outside non-profit agencies for various services and projects. A brief summary of each application is located in this report, and the full applications are provided as Exhibit 4.

The action plan being submitted for the City Council’s approval details how the city intends to use its Community Development Block Grant funds to try to achieve the council approved goals.

The full plan is included as Exhibit 1, Attachment A, and a funding summary is provided as Exhibit 3.

For FY 2024-25, the City of Carlsbad will receive an estimated annual entitlement grant of $518,215. The estimated funding allocations are as follows:

Funding allocation breakdown
Public service activities (15% max) $77,732
Program administration and fair housing (20% max) $103,643 Affordable housing and facility improvement activities $336,840 FY 2024-25 entitlement grant $518,215
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Summary of funding - public services
The CDBG funding available for public services is limited and heavily regulated, with significant reporting and monitoring requirements. The city received four applications for public services activities, totaling $195,386, which exceeded the estimated available amount by $117,654.

Because the CDBG funding available for public services is such a low amount ($77,732), but requires a high administrative burden, city staff recommend that CDBG funding be used to fund fewer service contracts, but in higher amounts, rather than spreading the limited resources to all applicants.

City staff recommend allocating funding for two contracts for emergency rental assistance, which are essential prevention components of the city’s Homelessness Action Plan. This activity is well suited for CDBG reporting, because the screening of potential clients already provides the data necessary for CDBG reporting.

Considering the limited funding available for public services, city staff made their recommendations based on the following criteria:
• Services that are identified in the Homelessness Action Plan • Services located in the City of Carlsbad
• Organizations that have a strong capacity to adhere to strict administrative requirements of federal funding
Funding fewer agencies, two or three, with meaningful amounts is a recommended practice due to the time-intensive process required to monitor each contract and activity.

Of the four non-profit agencies requesting CDBG funds for public services programs, staff are recommending Brother Benno’s and Catholic Charities not be funded through the CDBG program, but through other funding alternatives identified in the Homelessness Action Plan’s Funding Plan. Staff’s recommended approach still funds homeless services projects at the FY 2023-24 level with other funding sources and does not increase the amount dedicated for direct homeless services from the General Fund.

Summary of funding requests

ORGANIZATION PROGRAM FY 2024-25

REQUEST
FY 2024-25

RECOMMENDED
Brother Benno Rent/utility assistance/motel
vouchers/substance abuse $20,000 $0*
Catholic Charities La Posada de Guadalupe
shelter $25,000
$0*
Community
Resource Center
Homelessness prevention for
Carlsbad residents $77,732 $21,765
Interfaith
Community Services
Rental assistance, emergency
support, basic needs $72,654 $55,967
TOTALS $195,386 $77,732
*Both Brother Benno and Catholic Charities are to receive $10,000 from the city’s General Fund for these programs under the Homelessness Action Plan’s Funding Plan.

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Brother Benno
Brother Benno Foundation is requesting CDBG funds to prevent and reduce homelessness in Carlsbad through provision of rental/utility assistance, motel vouchers and a substance abuse recovery program. The Brother Benno Foundation was incorporated in 1983 and is located in Oceanside.

Funding request $20,000
CDBG funding to budget Requested CDBG funds = 19% program budget Consolidated Plan priority Prevent and reduce homelessness Anticipated outcome 35 households
Recommendation Do not fund with CDBG. This program was approved for funding through the city’s General Fund as part of the
Homelessness Funding Plan, approved by the City Council in November 2023. Staff recommend considering funding only as a back-up project if program income funding becomes
available.

Catholic Charities
Catholic Charities is requesting CDBG funds to support ongoing operations at La Posada de Guadalupe. La Posada is the only emergency shelter located in the City of Carlsbad, which serves men experiencing homelessness. In addition to providing overnight shelter year-round, the La Posada shelter provides daily meals, laundry facilities and supportive services including case management and employment training. Catholic Charities was incorporated in 1974, with central offices in San Diego, and shelter located in Carlsbad.

Funding request $25,000
CDBG funding to budget Requested CDBG funds = 2.1% program Consolidated Plan priority Prevent and reduce homelessness Anticipated outcome 90 sheltered persons
Recommendation Do not fund with CDBG. This program was approved for Permanent Local Housing Allocation funding as part of the Homelessness Funding Plan. Staff recommend considering
funding only as a back-up project if program income
funding becomes available.

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Community Resource Center
The Community Resource Center is requesting CDBG funds to support its homelessness prevention and supportive social services for Carlsbad residents. The services it offers include rental or utility late payments, late fees, landlord mediation/advocacy, onetime rental assistance, security or utility deposits, bridge housing motel vouchers, employment assistance (transportation) or assistance with other costs related to a household’s ability to prevent homelessness. Community Resource Center was incorporated in 1979, with offices in Encinitas and Carlsbad.

Funding request $ 77,732
CDBG funding to budget Requested CDBG funds = 6.5% program budget Consolidated Plan priority Prevent and reduce homelessness Anticipated outcome 25 low-income households with case management, rental assistance, and other supportive services
Recommendation Fund p art of request with $21,765 in CDBG funds. This program was approved for CDBG funds as part of the
Homelessness Funding. The Homelessness Funding Plan
also approved General Fund money, Permanent Local
Housing Allocation funds
1 and HUD funds for the
Community Resource Center for a rapid rehousing
program.

Interfaith Community Services
Interfaith Community Services is requesting CDBG funds for supportive services to include housing stabilization and navigation, basic needs assistance and employment readiness for lower-income Carlsbad households. Interfaith was incorporated in 1979, with offices located throughout North County, including Carlsbad.

Funding request $72,654
CDBG funding to budget Requested CDBG funds = 10% program budget Consolidated Plan priority Prevent and reduce homelessness Anticipated outcome 20 low-income households rental assistance, 200 low- income individuals with basic needs
Recommendation Fund part of request with $55,967 in CDBG funds. This program was approved for CDBG funds as part of the
Homelessness Funding Plan. The Homelessness Funding
Plan also approved General Fund money and Housing
Trust funds to Interfaith Community Services for its
Carlsbad Service Center, which provides housing
assistance programs.

1 The state’s Permanent Local Housing Allocation provides funding to local governments for housing-related projects and programs that address their community’s unmet housing needs.

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Summary of funding - program administration and fair housing The city received one application from a non-profit agency for providing fair housing services2.

ORGANIZATION PROGRAM FY 2024-25

REQUEST
FY 2024-25

RECOMMENDED
Legal Aid Society of San Diego Fair housing services $25,000 $25,000 City of Carlsbad Program administration $78,643 $78,643 TOTALS $103,643 $103,643

Legal Aid Society San Diego
Legal Aid Society of San Diego is requesting CDBG funds to support its fair housing program. The proposed fair housing program provides comprehensive legal services regarding fair housing, education outreach, counseling, fair housing testing and representation and enforcement of the Fair Housing Act and related state laws. The society was incorporated in 1953 and has offices in San Diego, Oceanside and San Marcos. LASSD currently provides fair housing services for the City of Carlsbad. Based upon satisfactory performance with the current provider and positive feedback from community partners and residents staff recommend maintaining the contract.

Summary of funding – affordable housing & facility improvements One application was received from an outside agency. A total of $336,840 is available within this category.

ORGANIZATION PROJECT FY 2024-25

REQUEST
FY 2024-25

RECOMMEND
Casa de Amparo Facility improvements $100,000 $100,000 City of Carlsbad Affordable Housing Program $236,840 $236,840 TOTALS $336,840 $336,840

2 The federal Fair Housing Act ensures that people are protected from discrimination on the basis of protected classes (such as race, gender and national origin) when renting or purchasing a home, when applying for a mortgage, seeking housing assistance or engaging in other housing-related activities. Fair housing services include educating residents and housing providers about their rights and obligations under the Fair Housing Act. Fair housing service providers receive fair housing complaints from residents and housing providers and mediate and/or refer cases depending upon the case. Services also include random testing within the rental market to determine if testers experience disparate treatment based upon a protected class.

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Casa de Amparo
Casa de Amparo is requesting CDBG funds to complete a parking lot and landscaping project to its building in San Marcos. Casa de Amparo is a California community care licensed short-term residential services program for youth and adolescents from ages 12-18. Casa de Amparo also operates a transitional housing program for young adults ages 18-24. Casa de Amparo was founded in 1978 and has a campus in San Marcos that serves all of San Diego County, including Carlsbad.

Funding request $ 100,000
CDBG funding to budget Requested CDBG funds = 100% project budget Consolidated Plan priority Improve and provide facilities to serve lower income persons
Anticipated outcome 150 yout h, approximately 2% from Carlsbad Recommendation Fund full request

City of Carlsbad Affordable Housing Resale Program
The City of Carlsbad Housing and Homeless Services Department is requesting funds to support the Affordable Housing Resale Program. The program was first approved by the City Council in 2020 and is designed to help qualified lower income households purchase city-owned residential units at an affordable price.

Funding request $236,840
CDBG funding to budget This program is funded by CDBG and the city’s Housing Trust Fund
Consolidated Plan priority Incre ase and preserve affordable housing Anticipated outcome Approximately one at-risk affordable resale unit purchased for resale to eligible low-income homebuyer
Recommendation Fund $236,840 toward the city’s Affordable Housing Resale Program and city-owned affordable rental housing rehabilitation needs.

Program income and back-up projects
Some CDBG-funded activities generate program income, such as the city’s Affordable Housing Resale Program, which purchases affordable housing to be resold to qualified buyers. The average amount of program income received annually varies, with a five-year average of $438,302. CDBG regulations allow up to 15% of any program income received during the fiscal year to be allocated to public services, and up to 20% allocated to program administration.

Program income must be allocated in the same manner as entitlement funds and comply with all CDBG regulations.

As a proactive measure to ensure the timely expenditure of funds, staff recommend allocating the program income at the beginning of the fiscal year along with the approval of the FY 2024- 25 CDBG Annual Action Plan, rather than waiting until the program income is received and then having to go through the process of amending the FY 2024-25 CDBG Annual Action Plan mid- year.

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Staff recommend using the program income received during FY 2024-25 as follows:
• Up to 15% for public services activities found in the funding summary (Exhibit 3) • Up to 20% for administration and fair housing activities • The remaining program income received during FY 2024-25 to go to the Affordable Housing Fund
Once enough program income is received, it will be allocated according to the priority list shown in Exhibit 3. Based on the projected amount of program income, staff anticipate enough program income will be received to fund the first 1-2 priority projects.

As an additional measure, staff are recommending including back-up projects in the FY 2024-25 CDBG Annual Action Plan. These back-up projects would be considered if additional funding becomes available, or if approved projects or programs are not making progress in a timely fashion. Back-up projects are projects having been identified as CDBG-eligible, meeting at least one priority of the city’s consolidated plan for CDBG funds and ready-to-fund and likely to be completed in a short period of time. Staff recommend funding as back-up projects city-wide projects that would bring city facilities and infrastructure into compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act.

Lastly, because the final FY 2024-25 CDBG award is not known as of writing of this report, staff are proposing the following adjustments:
• If the FY 2024-25 grant is more or less than anticipated, adjustments will be made to reflect a proration over all the approved public service activities at 15% of grant funding, to comply with the CDBG program funding limits. • If the FY 2024-25 grant is more or less than anticipated, adjustments will be made to reflect 20% of entitlement funding to approved program administration activities. • If the FY 2024-25 grant is more or less than anticipated, adjustments will be made to reflect the available entitlement funding for the Affordable Housing Fund.

Community Engagement
As a recipient of federal Community Development Block Grant funds, the city must allow for public participation in the grant funding and reallocation process. The city’s Citizen Participation Plan for the CDBG program describes the ways in which the city will meet those public participation requirements.

In accordance with that plan, this public hearing required a 10-day public notice period. The draft FY 2024-25 CDBG Annual Action Plan also required a notice announcing a 30-day public review period. Staff published the notice for these requirements in the Coast News and on the city’s website on April 5, 2024.

Past and current subrecipients of CDBG funds and city departments were directly notified of the draft FY 2024-25 CDBG Annual Action Plan availability for public comment.

All comments received during the public hearing will be included in the final plan as part of the citizen participation section.

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Fiscal Analysis
The Community Development Block Grant program is a fully funded federal program and is separate from the city’s General Fund. The program operates on a reimbursement basis, in which grant funds are expended for approved activities and then reimbursed from the U.S.

Department of Housing and Urban Development.

Next Steps
The FY 2024-25 Community Development Block Grant Annual Action Plan will be submitted to HUD by the statutory requirement of May 17, 2024, 45 days before the beginning of new fiscal year. Funding agreements with the organizations that are to receive the grants will be executed after HUD has committed funding.

Environmental Eva luation
This action does not require environmental review because it does not constitute a project within the meaning of the California Environmental Quality Act under Public Resources Code Section 21065 in that it has no potential to cause either a direct physical change in the environment or a reasonably foreseeable indirect physical change in the environment.

Exhibits

1. City Council resolution

2. Housing Commission Resolution No. 2024-203

3. Funding summary

4. Community Development Block Grant funding applications May 7, 2024
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RESOLUTION NO. 2024-093

A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF CARLSBAD,

CALIFORNIA, APPROVING THE COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT BLOCK GRANT PROGRAM FISCAL YEAR 2024-25 ANNUAL ACTION PLAN FOR SUBMISSION TO THE U.S. DEPARTMENT OF HOUSING AND URBAN DEVELOPMENT WHEREAS, the primary objective of the federal Community Development Block Grant {CDBG) Program is to develop viable urban communities through the provision of improved living environments, expansion of economic opportunity and decent housing. Grant funds received through the program are intended to principally serve persons of low and moderate income; and WHEREAS, the CDBG program is a fully funded federal program and is separate from the city's General Fund; and
WHEREAS, to be eligible for CDBG funds, the applicant jurisdiction must adopt an Annual Action Plan, which must be reviewed and approved by the Department of Housing and Urban Development; and
WHEREAS, on March 14, 2024, the Housing Commission reviewed the FY 2024-25 Community Development Block Grant program funding requests, and adopted a resolution recommending that the City Council approve the recommendations for FY 2024-25 Community Development Block Grant program funding to include in the FY 2024-25 Annual Action Plan; and WHEREAS, the City Council of the City of Carlsbad, California has considered the city's Annual Action Plan for the period July 1, 2024, through June 30, 2025, as required for the city's CDBG program ("fiscal year 2024-25 CDBG Annual Action Plan"); and
WHEREAS, the draft fiscal year 2024-25 CDBG Annual Action Plan {Attachment A) was released for a 30-day public review period which began on April 8, 2024 and concluded on May 7, 2024; and WHEREAS, public comments from the public review period and the public hearing on May 7, 2024, if any, have been addressed through written response and included in the fiscal year 2024-25 CDBG Annual Action Plan; and
WHEREAS, the City Council of the City of Carlsbad, Californi a has taken all testimony into account in considering the fiscal year 2024-25 CDBG Annual Action Plan, as required for the city's CDBG program; and
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Exhibit 1
WHEREAS, the City Council of the City of Carlsbad, California, approves the fiscal year 2024-25 CDBG Annual Action Plan and authorizes submittal of the city's CDBG program to the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development; and
WHEREAS, the City of Carlsbad is committed to continuing to provide a suitable living environment and to expand economic opportunities for the city's low-income residents as is outlined in the Plan.

NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED by the City Council of the City of Carlsbad, California, as follow s:

1. That the above recitations are true and correct.

2. That the fiscal year 2024-25 CDBG Annual Action Plan (Attachment A) is hereby approved by the City Council.

3. That, on the city's behalf, the City Manager, or designee, is authorized to submit the city's fiscal year 2024-25 CDBG Annual Action Plan to the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development for approval and to execute all appropriate related documents for the submission.

PASSED, APPROVED AND ADOPTED at a Regular Meeting of the City Council of the City of Carlsbad on the 7th day of May, 2024, by the following vote, to wit:

AYES:

NAYS:

ABSTAIN:

ABSENT:

BLACKBURN, BHAT-PATEL, ACOSTA, BURKHOLDER, LUNA.

NONE.

NONE.

NONE.

SHERRY FREISINGER, City Clerk
{SEAL)
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Attachment A
Fiscal Year 2024-25
Draft Annual Action Plan
Carlsbad, CA
Prepared By:

Housing Services Division
City of Carlsbad
1200 Carlsbad Village Drive
Carlsbad, CA 92008
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Annual Action Plan
2024
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Executive Summary
AP-05 Executive Summary - 91.200(c), 91.220(b)

1. Introduction
As an entitlement jurisdiction under the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD), the City of Carlsbad (“City”) receives federal funds in proportion to its population size, concentration of poverty, and other socioeconomic and demographic data. To receive such funds, the City of Carlsbad must submit a Consolidated Plan every five years to HUD and an Annual Action Plan each year. The Annual Action Plan document is the city’s plan to carry out the expenditure of funds as approved by the City Council. This year the Annual Action Plan covers the Fiscal Year (FY) 2024-2025.

2. Summarize the objectives and outcomes identified in the Plan HUD’s Office of Community Planning and Development maintains the following approaches to developing viable communities: (1) providing decent housing; (2) providing a suitable living environment; and (3) expanding economic opportunity. The city established the following priorities for the 2020-2025 Consolidated Plan period to achieve HUD’s vision:
• Priority 1: Increase and preserve affordable housing opportunities for low-and-moderate income households.
• Priority 2: Prevent and reduce homelessness.
• Priority 3: Strengthen support services for residents with special needs. • Priority 4: Improve and provide facilities to serve lower income persons. • Priority 5: Provide fair housing services to residents. • Priority 6: Plan and administer the CDBG program.

These priorities represent the diverse needs of the city which emerged through the Consolidated Plan community engagement and development process. This process includes qualitative and quantitative data gathered through citizen participation, market analysis, and assessment of needs. As a result, affordable housing was identified as the top priority of residents who participated in the Community Needs Survey and was echoed by individuals who participated in the community meetings. Carlsbad is one of the least affordable cities in North County San Diego; the identification of affordable housing as a top priority by residents reflects this lived reality. Homelessness in the city is directly related to the high cost and lack of housing available thus preventing and reducing homelessness is a top priority as well.

Affordable housing and serving the homeless population continue to be the top priorities that the city continues to work on. The goals identified above address the uses of CDBG funds in Carlsbad and will be leveraged by other funding sources.

3. Evaluation of past performance
The city has successfully implemented housing, homelessness, and public facilities activities in the previous Action Plan cycle, impacting the lives of thousands of LMI residents. It is anticipated the May 7, 2024
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city and its partners will continue to have an impact on residents through collaborative efforts. The following represent some of the achievements in the previous Action Plan:

• Resale of eight affordable housing units serving eight LMI households • Approximately 89 Carlsbad residents served through fair housing services • Approximately 65 Carlsbad residents served through the homeless overnight shelter • Approximately 24 youth assisted through facility improvement project • Approximately 75 senior households assisted through facility improvement project • Partnered with approximately 5 community partners to provide funding for services assisting approximately 1,066 Carlsbad residents served through homelessness prevention public services

Full program outcomes are reported on an annual basis through Consolidated Annual Performance Evaluation Reports (CAPERs). These reports are provided to the general public for public comment and posted on the city’s website for public access.

4. Summary of Citizen Participation Process and consultation process The city’s community participation process was informed by the Citizens Participation Plan (CPP), which guides the implementation of a community engagement process and notification of community meetings and public hearings. To facilitate as much community participation as possible, the city held one Housing Commission meeting, one public hearing at the City Council (one more planned in May 2024), and consulted with various organizational stakeholders including community planners, businesses, community advocates, and other city departments.

In October 2023, the City Council approved amendments to the city’s Citizen and Community Participation Plan including sunsetting the CDBG Advisory Committee and transferring the duties of reviewing CDBG funding recommendations to the Housing Commission.

5. Summary of public comments
Across all events the general public was invited to speak and participate on the Annual Action Plan and no comments were received.

6. Summary of comments or views not accepted and the reasons for not accepting them All comments or views would have been accepted and responded to.

7. Summary
The city’s Action Plan sets forth the actions, activities, and funding levels for the program period of 2024-2025 and satisfies the statutory requirements for receiving CDBG funds.

More than merely meeting requirements, however, the city is committed to providing every opportunity for residents and stakeholders in Carlsbad to participate in the Action Plan May 7, 2024
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process and expanding opportunities for its LMI populations to thrive. This Action Plan and the associated community engagement process are indicative of that commitment.

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PR-05 Lead & Responsible Agencies - 91.200(b)

1. Agency/entity responsible for preparing/administering the Consolidated Plan The following are the agencies/entities responsible for preparing the Consolidated Plan and those responsible for administration of each grant program and funding source.

Agency Role Name Department/Agency
CDBG Administrator CARLSBAD Housing & Homeless Services Department Table 1 – Responsible Agencies

Narrative
The City of Carlsbad, Housing & Homeless Services Department is the lead agency responsible for the preparation and administration of the Consolidated Plan, corresponding Annual Action Plans and Consolidated Annual Evaluation Reports and the CDBG program. The County of San Diego is lead agency for HOME Investment Partnership funding, which the city utilizes as a member of the County’s HOME Consortium.

Consolidated Plan Public Contact Information
Nicole Piano-Jones
Program Manager
City of Carlsbad
1200 Carlsbad Village Drive
Carlsbad, CA 98008
(442) 339-2191
[email protected]

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AP-10 Consultation - 91.100, 91.200(b), 91.215(l)

1. Introduction
The City of Carlsbad has long communicated and collaborates with many governmental and nongovernmental agencies in the region to address the needs of the city’s LMI population. The city’s formalized collaborative efforts include:

• Member of the County of San Diego’s HOME Consortium
• Supporter of Alliance for Regional Solutions, North County San Diego’s collaborative network of homelessness service providers
• Participant in the Community Development Block Grant Administrators meetings • Member of the San Diego Regional Alliance for Fair Housing (SDRAFFH) • Staff works closely with the County of San Diego Health and Human Services Agency as well as nonprofit health and mental health providers

Other nongovernmental agencies the city works closely with include but are not limited to: Interfaith Community Services, Women’s Resource Center, Brother Benno, Community Resource Center, and Meals on Wheels. The city encourages agencies to work together to leverage resources and prevent duplication of services for the betterment of the people being served.

The city’s CDBG program also consults with the Housing Commission and CDBG Citizens Advisory Committee to inform and enhance the coordination of projects/activities, approaches, and strategies of the CDBG program. The city is committed towards working with additional and new stakeholders to improve efficiencies, discuss new approaches, and build more partnerships.

Provide a concise summary of the jurisdiction’s activities to enhance coordination between public and assisted housing providers and private and governmental health, mental health and service agencies (91.215(l)).

The City of Carlsbad serves as the city’s public housing agency whereby the Section 8 Rental Assistance Program is implemented and administered daily. The city actively participates in a variety of coalitions made up of affordable housing and community development coordinators from all 18 incorporated cities and various nonprofit organizations in the San Diego region. These strong partnerships result coordination of activities, sharing of information, and jointer operation of specific HUD programs. These coalitions include: CDBG Coordinators Group; County of San Diego HOME Consortium; Regional Continuum of Care Council; California Finance Officers’ Group; California Association of Housing Authorities; National Association of Housing Redevelopment Officials; Housing Authorities within the County of San Diego; participating cities in the First -Time Homebuyer Program; and notably, the city engages and contributes as a member of the San Diego Regional Alliance for Fair Housing (www.sdfairhousing.org). Also included is the San Diego Housing Federation, made up of affordable housing organizations and lenders that sponsor programs and activities in partnership with the County of San Diego and cities in the region.

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Describe coordination with the Continuum of Care and efforts to address the needs of homeless persons (particularly chronically homeless individuals and families, families with children, veterans, and unaccompanied youth) and persons at risk of homelessness.

The City of Carlsbad is an active member of the San Diego Regional Continuum of Care Council (RCCC) which is a large cooperative community group consisting of representatives of the 18 cities within the County of San Diego, nonprofit homeless providers and other interested parties. The RCCC regularly meets to identify gaps in homeless services, establish funding priorities, and to pursue an overall systemic approach to addressing homelessness. The RCCC makes recommendations for allocation of funds available under the Emergency Shelter Grants (ESG) program. The representatives seek ways to improve collaboration and share scarce resources. The consensus approach from service providers is to emphasize prevention of homelessness first, then transitional housing and support services for individuals and families, and finally support for chronically homeless individuals.

Facilities in proximity to Carlsbad serving this population include the Brother Benno Foundation providing transitional housing for men in recovery from substance abuse, the Women’s Resource Center which provides emergency safe shelter for victims of domestic violence, Catholic Charities’ La Posada de Guadalupe men’s shelter which targets homeless men, Community Resource Center which provides emergency safe shelter for victims of domestic violence, and Casa de Amparo which provides targeted support for children and youth who have been removed from their homes by Child Protective Services.

Describe consultation with the Continuum(s) of Care that serves the jurisdiction’s area in determining how to allocate ESG funds, develop performance standards for and evaluate outcomes of projects and activities assisted by ESG funds, and develop funding, policies and procedures for the operation and administration of HMIS The City of Carlsbad does not receive ESG (Emergency Shelter Grant) funds from HUD.

The Regional Continuum of Care Consortium (RCCC) coordinates efforts to address homeless in the San Diego region and is the HUD designated Continuum of Care (CoC) for the region. The RCCC manages the application for, receipt and distribution of federal and other grant funds.

The Regional Task Force on the Homeless (RTFH) was selected by the RCCC to manage the region’s homeless management information system (HMIS). This system coordinates the region’s AHAR efforts and is working to combine data from multiple consortium area systems into one data warehouse. The HMIS produces quarterly and annual reports that assist in monitoring key indicators to assess needs and progress on strategic goals pertaining to homelessness. In 2010, a Data Advisory Committee was created to provide community-based oversight, system evaluation, and comprehensive HMIS planning.

2. Agencies, groups, organizations and others who participated in the process and consultations
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Table 2 – Agencies, groups, organizations who participated 1 Agency/Group/Organization CDBG Advisory Committee
Agency/Group/Organization Type Civic Leaders
Business and Civic Leaders
What section of the Plan was addressed
by Consultation?
Community Development
Briefly describe how the
Agency/Group/Organization was
consulted. What are the anticipated
outcomes of the consultation or areas for
improved coordination?
This advisory group comprised of civic leaders was asked to take the needs of the community into consideration and think about how the needs could be served with the funding that is available. Participation from this advisory group provided staff with insight into the needs of the city and where there additional improvement should be focused on. Staff met with the advisory group on three different occasions and invited the general public to participate in the discussion.
2 Agency/Group/Organization City of Carlsbad
Agency/Group/Organization Type Other government - Local Community Development Financial Institution
What section of the Plan was addressed
by Consultation?
Homeless Needs - Chronically homeless
Homeless Needs - Families with children
Homelessness Needs - Veterans
Homelessness Needs - Unaccompanied youth
Homelessness Strategy
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Briefly describe how the
Agency/Group/Organization was
consulted. What are the anticipated
outcomes of the consultation or areas for
improved coordination?
City staff with specialties in affordable housing and homeless services were consulted to ensure that programs and activities align with the community needs. 3 Agency/Group/Organization Carlsbad Housing Agency
Agency/Group/Organization Type PHA
What section of the Plan was addressed
by Consultation?
Public Housing Needs
Briefly describe how the
Agency/Group/Organization was
consulted. What are the anticipated
outcomes of the consultation or areas for
improved coordination?
The Carlsbad Housing Authority was consulted to ensure enhanced coordinated with services and potential collaboration.

Identify any Agency Types not consulted and provide rationale for not consulting In addition to the agencies listed the city consulted with the CDBG local administrators group comprised of the other local jurisdiction in the San Diego County. The city also consulted with and outreached to past, present, and potential future local service providers to understand the challenges facing non-profits and the accomplishments from the past year to understand what can be done or should be done with CDBG assistance.

No agency or service was turned away for comments or participation.

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Other local/regional/state/federal planning efforts considered when preparing the Plan Table 3 - Other local / regional / federal planning efforts Name of Plan Lead Organization How do the goals of your Strategic Plan overlap with the goals of each plan? Continuum of Care Regional Continuum of
Care The city's homeless needs are addressed by the CoC strategy.

Ten Year Plan to End
Homelessness
Regional Continuum of
Care The city's homeless needs are addressed by the Ten-Year Plan to End Homelessness.

City of Carlsbad Housing Element City of Carlsbad Aligns with the strategic plan goal of continuing to create affordable housing units.

City of Carlsbad General Plan City of Carlsbad Aligns with the strategic plan goal of improving the quality of life for the city's low- and moderate-income community.

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1. Summary of citizen participation process/Efforts made to broaden citizen participation Summarize citizen participation process and how it impacted goal-setting

Citizen participation is one of the most important components of the Action Plan process. To solicit public input during the development of this Action Plan, the City of Carlsbad held one CDBG Advisory Committee meeting for residents, local housing and services providers, as well as community stakeholders.

The first public hearing before the City Council was also held on October 17, 2023, to approve the funding plan and reaffirm the Consolidated Plan Priorities. The second and final public hearing for the approval of the FY 202 4-25 program year will be held on May 7, 202 4. A public meeting was also held on March 14, 2024, by the Housing Commission.

A public notice for the Oct. 1 7, 2023, public hearing was published on Sept. 15, 202 3. The public notice for the Mar. 14, 202 4, Housing Commission meeting was published on Mar. 8, 2024. The last public notice was published on Apr. 5, 2024, for the final public hearing for the adoption of the Annual Action Plan on May 7, 2024.

Citizen Participation Outreach
Table 4 – Citizen Participation Outreach
Mode of
Outreach
Target of
Outreach
Summary of
response/ attendance
Summary of
comments received
Summary of comments
not accepted
and reasons
Public
Meeting
Non-Targeted/
Broad
Community
Public service providers were in
attendance and spoke. No members
from the general public spoke.

All comments were received. All comments were
received.

Public
Hearing
Non-Targeted/
Broad
Community
The general public was invited to
listen and participate. Although many
residents attended the public hearings
no members provided comments.

No comments received. No comments were
received.

News Paper
Ad
Non-Targeted/
Broad
Community
n/a No comments were received from
public notices published on Sept. 15,
2023, Mar. 14, 2024, and Apr. 5, 2024.

Appendix 2 contains
Citizen participation
materials.

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Expected Resources
AP-15 Expected Resources - 91.420(b), 91.220(c)(1,2)
Introduction
A number of housing and community development resources are currently available in the city. They include:
• Community Development Block Grant (CDBG) funds
• Community Development Block Grant Coronavirus federal funds (CDBG-CV) • General funds
• HUD Section 108
• HUD Housing Choice Voucher Program (through the Carlsbad Housing Authority) • State Housing and Community Development (HCD) housing funds • State transportation funds
• Carlsbad Affordable Housing Trust Fund
• American Rescue Plan

Anticipated Resources
Program Source
of
Funds
Uses of Funds Expected Amount Available Year 1 Expected Amount Available Remainder
of ConPlan
Narrative Description
Annual
Allocation:

Program
Income:

Prior Year
Resources:

Total:

CDBG public
-
federal

Admin/
Planning
Public
Improv.

Public
Services
Acquisition
$518,215 $519,000 $0 $1,037,215 $0 If the city continues to receive approx. $500,000
CDBG funds annually, approx.
$2,500,000 will be available
for the 5-year Con Plan
period not including program
income.

FY 2020 award $536,522
FY 2021 award $527,154
FY 2022 award $501,113
FY 2023 award $545,490
FY 2024 award $518,215
anticipated
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Explain how federal funds will leverage those additional resources (private, state and local funds), including a description of how matching requirements will be satisfied

While CDBG program does not require matching funds, CDBG funds offer excellent opportunities to leverage private, local, state, and other federal funds to allow for the provision of public service activities. For example, many state housing programs have scoring criteria that reward applicants who have matching funds. In the past, Carlsbad has been extremely successful in garnering matching infrastructure and transportation funds, and it will continue to seek such opportunities in the future. The city is currently looking at HCD’s Permanent Local Housing Allocation funding and how CDBG can be leveraged with the PHLA program.

If appropriate, describe publicly owned land or property located within the jurisdiction that may be used to address the needs identified in the plan

As the housing crisis has worsened in California, utilizing publicly owned land for affordable housing development has become an increasingly popular policy solution. In recent years the State of California has taken several actions to make state and local lands available for affordable housing development, including:

• An executive order to make excess state land available for affordable housing (Executive Order N-06-19) • Connecting affordable housing developers to local surplus land and strengthening enforcement of the Surplus Lands Act (AB 1486, Ting, 2019)
• Requiring cities and counties to inventory and report surplus and excess local public lands to include in a statewide inventory (AB 1255, Robert Rivas, 2019)

For its part, the city regularly reviews its real estate portfolio and assesses if properties are being put to best use. The city’s recently adopted General Plan Housing Element includes a program to evaluate and re-designate city-owned sites appropriate for residential use to address the housing needs of lower and moderate-income residents over the next eight years.

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Annual Goals and Objectives
AP-20 Annual Goals and Objectives - 91.420, 91.220(c)(3)&(e) Goals Summary Information
Table 6 – Goals Summary
Goal Name Start
Year
End
Year Category Geographic
Area Needs Addressed Funding Goal
Outcome
High
Priority
Increase & preserve
affordable housing
2024 2025 Affordable Housing Citywide
benefit
Increase
Affordable Housing
CDBG: Appendix 1 for
funding priority
Households
High
Priority
Prevent & reduce
homelessness
2024 2025 Homeless Services Citywide
benefit
Prevent & Reduce
Homelessness
CDBG: Appendix 1 for
funding priority
Persons
Medium
Priority
Supportive Services for
LMI & Special Needs
2024 2025 Non-Homeless Special
Needs
Citywide
benefit
Social Services LMI
& Special Needs
CDBG: Appendix 1 for
funding priority
Persons
Medium
Priority
Improve Facilities 2024 2025 Non-Housing Community
Development
Citywide
benefit
Public
Improvements
CDBG: Appendix 1 for
funding priority
Persons
Medium
Priority
Provide Fair Housing 2024 2025 Non-Housing Community
Development
Citywide
benefit
Fair Housing CDBG: Appendix 1 for
funding priority
Persons
Low
Priority
Program
Administration
2024 2025 N/A Citywide
benefit
N/A CDBG: Appendix 1 for
funding priority
N/A

Goal Descriptions
1 Goal Name Increase and preserve affordable housing
Goal Description Increase and preserve affordable housing opportunities for low -and-moderate income households 2 Goal Name Prevent and reduce homelessness
Goal Description Prevent and reduce homelessness
3 Goal Name Supportive Services for LMI and Special Needs Goal Description Strengthen support services for the residents with special needs 4 Goal Name Improve Facilities
Goal Description Improve and provide facilities to serve lower income persons 5 Goal Name Provide Fair Housing
Goal Description Provide fair housing services to residents May 7, 2024
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AP-35 Projects - 91.420, 91.220(d)
Introduction
For FY 2024-25, the City of Carlsbad anticipates receiving $518,215 in CDBG funding. Based upon the expected closing dates for three affordable resale program units, staff anticipates that the City will receive approximately $519,000 in program income.

Because the final FY 2024-25 CDBG award is not known as of writing of this Action Plan, the following adjustments are being proposed:
- If the FY 2024-25 grant is more or less than anticipated, adjustments will be made to reflect a proration over all the approved public service activities at fifteen (15) percent of grant funding, to comply with the CDBG program funding limits. - If the FY 2024-25 grant is more or less than anticipated, adjustments will be made to reflect twenty (20) percent of entitlement funding to approved program administration activities. - If the FY 2024-25 grant is more or less than anticipated, adjustments will be made to reflect the available entitlement funding for the Affordable Housing Fund.

PROGRAM INCOME & BACK-UP PROJECTS
Fund up to 15% of program income received during FY 2024-25 to recommended activities found in Appendix 1, fund up to 20% of program income during FY 2024-25 to approved CDBG funded administration and fair housing activities, and the remaining program income received during FY 2024- 25 to approved CDBG funded affordable housing activities.

Back-up projects are projects having been identified as CDBG eligible, meeting at least one Consolidated Plan Priority, and intended to be ready-to-fund and complete in a short period of time. Back-up projects are only to be considered only if additional funding becomes available or if approved projects or programs are not proceeding in a timely fashion. For FY 2024-25, consider projects that would bring city facilities and infrastructure into compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act as back-up projects.

Table 7 – Project Information
# Project Name FY 2024 CDBG Funding
1 Catholic Charities See Appendix 1 for funding priority 2 Interfaith Community Services See Appendix 1 for funding priority 3 Community Resource Center See Appendix 1 for funding priority 4 Brother Benno See Appendix 1 for funding priority
5 Legal Aid Society of San Diego See Appendix 1 for funding priority 6 Carlsbad Housing Fund See Appendix 1 for funding priority 7 City Administration See Appendix 1 for funding priority 8 Casa de Amparo See Appendix 1 for funding priority
9 Back-up Projects – ADA Compliance See narrative – funded amount TBD

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Describe the reasons for allocation priorities and obstacles to addressing underserved needs

The City of Carlsbad is limited in its ability to meet all of the housing needs of lower income households.

However, a sincere effort will be made to combine various city resources to meet as much of the top needs as financially feasible within the Action Plan time period, as well as the overall needs identified in the FY 2020-25 Consolidated Plan.

During this time the COVID-19 pandemic is moving towards an endemic, the CDBG subrecipients indicated that they continue to serve higher-risk populations. Those populations include persons experiencing homelessness, seniors over the age of 60, and persons with disabilities. The city’s CDBG subrecipients are experiencing increased needs related to food insecurity, emergency financial assistance for housing, and short-term shelter. Within these needs, there has been an increase in case management required, crisis intervention, and helping clients navigate various systems to connect to benefits. Additionally, the city’s fair housing services provider has seen an increase in requests for fair housing assistance due to confusion regarding the rights of tenants and homeowners with mortgages in relationship to the new eviction moratoriums.

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Project Summary Information

1 Project Name Catholic Charities
Target Area Citywide benefit
Goals Supported Prevent and reduce homelessness.

Needs Addressed Prevent and Reduce Homelessness
Funding CDBG: See Appendix 1 for funding priority
Description La Posada De Guadalupe is a 7-day, 24-hour alcohol- and drug-free facility in Carlsbad.

The program is designed to provide services for homeless men in San Diego County. La Posada provides 50 emergency shelter beds for men and 50 farmworker beds. In the winter months La Posada increases its emergency shelter beds from 50 to 60 beds.

Target Date 6/30/2025
Estimate the number and type of families
that will benefit from the proposed activities
90 individuals
Location Description 2476 Impala Drive Carlsbad, CA 92010 Planned Activities FY 2024 CDBG funds will be spent on salaries/wages 2 Project Name Interfaith Community Services
Target Area Citywide benefit
Goals Supported Prevent and reduce homelessness.

Needs Addressed Prevent and Reduce Homelessness
Funding CDBG: See Appendix 1 for funding priority
Description Low-income Carlsbad residents will benefit from the supportive programs including emergency rental assistance, basic needs and employment assistance services.

Target Date 6/30/2025
Estimate the number and type of families
that will benefit from the proposed activities
20 families for rental assistance, 200 individuals with basic needs and employment assistance
Location Description Carlsbad Service Center, 5731 Palmer Way Suite A, Carlsbad, CA 92010 Planned Activities Rental assistance to prevent or immediately reverse homelessness, basic needs such as emergency food and hygiene kits and employment assistance. 3 Project Name Community Resource Center
Target Area Citywide benefit
Goals Supported Prevent and reduce homelessness
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Needs Addressed Prevent and reduce homelessness
Funding CDBG: See Appendix 1 for funding priority
Description CRC’s programs include a domestic violence emergency shelter, hotline and prevention/education outreach, a Therapeutic Children’s Center, professional counseling, legal advocacy, food and nutrition distribution center, homelessness prevention and rental and housing assistance. CRC’s programs are designed to assist participants to successfully navigate their paths of safety, stability & self-sufficiency.

Target Date 6/30/2025
Estimate the number and type of families
that will benefit from the proposed activities
25 persons
Location Description 1065 Carlsbad Village Drive
Planned Activities Homeless prevention through emergency rental assistance and wrap around services 4 Project Name Brother Benno
Target Area citywide benefit
Goals Supported Prevent and reduce homelessness.

Needs Addressed Prevent and reduce homelessness.

Funding CDBG: See Appendix 1 for funding priority
Description Brother Benno's serves the neediest in North County San Diego, including Carlsbad residents. The agency operates two shelters for women, a twelve-step residential recovery program-for men, and a hot meal and emergency food distribution program.

Target Date 6/30/2025
Estimate the number and type of families
that will benefit from the proposed activities
35 individuals
Location Description 3260 Production Avenue Oceanside, CA 92058 Planned Activities The proposed program will assist direct program costs and case management services 5 Project Name Legal Aid Society of San Diego
Target Area Citywide benefit
Goals Supported Provide Fair Housing
Needs Addressed Fair Housing
Funding CDBG: See Appendix 1 for funding priority
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Description LASSD will provide fair housing services to all Carlsbad residents. LASSD promotes housing opportunities for all persons regardless of race, religion, sex, family size, familial status, ancestry, national origin, color, or disability. LASSD will provide direct assistance to those in need in particular during the pandemic when residents are in need of advice and guidance on eviction moratoriums and recent changes to the law.

Target Date 6/30/2025
Estimate the number and type of families
that will benefit from the proposed activities
146 persons
Location Description 100 E San Marcos Blvd, Ste 308, San Marcos, CA 92069 Planned Activities Funds will be used to provide fair housing services for residents including advocacy, education, and mediation
6 Project Name City of Carlsbad, Carlsbad Housing Fund
Target Area Citywide benefit
Goals Supported Increase and preserve affordable housing Needs Addressed Affordable Housing
Funding CDBG: See Appendix 1 for funding priority
Description The City of Carlsbad established a Housing Fund for the purpose of developing affordable housing for lower -income households and/or purchasing affordable and market-rate housing units to be resold to low-income households. Activities include purchasing existing affordable units as they become available, acquisition of vacant land or underutilized land for new development, other property acquisition for affordable housing purposes, including housing for the homeless, support existing rental units with rehabilitation efforts, and/or partnerships with an affordable housing developer for property acquisition for low-income affordable housing development.

Target Date 6/30/2025
Estimate the number and type of families
that will benefit from the proposed activities
Households to be determined based on the housing activity described above.

Location Description Carlsbad, Citywide
Planned Activities Utilize funds to acquire existing affordable units or market rate condominiums to be resold to low-income households, acquire vacant or underutilized land for new development, support existing rental units with rehabilitation efforts, and/or partnerships with affordable housing developers for property acquisition for low- income affordable housing development.

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7 Project Name Program Administration
Target Area Citywide benefit
Goals Supported Increase & preserve affordable housing - Prevent & reduce homelessness.

Supportive Services for LMI & Special Needs - Improve Facilities - Provide Fair Housing Needs Addressed Planning and Administration
Funding CDBG: See Appendix 1 for funding priority
Description The Housing Services Division administers the city's CDBG funded programs.

Target Date 6/30/2025
Estimate the number and type of families
that will benefit from the proposed activities
citywide
Location Description citywide
Planned Activities admin, planning, record keeping, monitoring, financial tracking 8 Project Name Casa de Amparo
Target Area Citywide benefit
Goals Supported Improve and provide facilities to serve lower income persons.

Needs Addressed Fair Housing
Funding CDBG: See Appendix 1 for funding priority
Description Casa de Amparo is requesting CDBG funds for facility improvement project to their facility, located in San Marcos, CA. Casa de Amparo is a California Community Care Licensed Short-Term Residential Services program for youth and adolescents from ages 12-18. Casa de Amparo also operates a transitional housing program for young adults ages 18-24. Casa de Amparo was founded in 1978 and has a campus in San Marcos, CA which serves all the San Diego County, including Carlsbad.

Target Date 6/30/2025
Estimate the number and type of families
that will benefit from the proposed activities
150 youth, of which approximately 2% are from Carlsbad
Location Description 325 Buena Creek Rd, San Marcos, CA Planned Activities Funds will be used to complete a parking lot and landscaping project to their facility. 9 Project Name Back-up Project – ADA Compliance
Target Area Citywide benefit
Goals Supported Improve Facilities
Needs Addressed Public improvements
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Funding CDBG: Back-up project only. To be funded in the event that funds become available through excess program income or other projects experience delay and/or cancel Description Projects located city-wide that are shovel ready and bring the facility into compliance with Americans with Disabilities Act.

Target Date 6/30/2025
Estimate the number and type of families
that will benefit from the proposed activities
Based upon project(s) - to be determined
Location Description City-wide
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AP-50 Geographic Distribution - 91.420, 91.220(f)
Description of the geographic areas of the entitlement (including areas of low-income and minority concentration) where assistance will be directed
Through the city's inclusionary Housing program, the city intends to develop lower-income affordable housing units throughout Carlsbad, thereby reducing the impact of housing on any one area. City staff will be responsible for initiating or facilitating the development this housing through agreements with local for-profit and non-profit housing developers (including agreements to provide city assistance) and through managing/monitoring the affordability of these housing units in future years. City resources for the provision, construction, or improvements to public services or facilities to meet the community development needs will also be distributed throughout the city. Carlsbad will consider the allocation of resources to public service organizations located outside of the city limits in those instances where such public services provide adequate access to Carlsbad residents.

Geographic Distribution
Target Area Percentage of Funds

Table 8 - Geographic Distribution

Rationale for the priorities for allocating investments geographically There are currently no targeted areas within the city where CDBG funds are focused towards. CDBG funds are targeted towards Carlsbad residents who are low-income meeting eligibility requirements of the program. Recipients of these federal funds reside throughout the city.

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AP-85 Other Actions - 91.420, 91.220(k)
Introduction
Priority Needs established in the FY 2020-2025 Five-Year Consolidated Plan, which form the basis for establishing objectives and outcomes in the FY 2023-2024 Action Plan, are as follows:

High Priority
• Increase and Preserve Affordable Housing
• Prevent and Reduce Homelessness
Medium Priority
• Provide Supportive Services to Low Income and Special Needs Groups • Facility Improvements
• Provide Fair Housing Services to Residents
Low Priority
• Planning and Administration

Actions planned to address obstacles to meeting underserved needs Limited financial resources are the biggest obstacle to meeting underserved needs in Carlsbad. The city's policy is to leverage, to the maximum extent feasible, the use of funds available in providing public services and affordable housing. The city supports the use of CDBG and Housing Trust funds for development activities and "gap financing" by private and non -profit entities to develop affordable housing.

Actions planned to foster and maintain affordable housing In order to foster and maintain affordable housing for lower income households, the city will use CDBG funds to assist with the development of affordable multi -family housing. The city also fosters development of affordable housing through implementation of its Inclusionary Housing Ordinance, which requires that 15 percent of all housing units constructed in city be affordable to lower and moderate-income households. For projects proposing seven units or less, a fee is collected and deposited into the city' s Housing Trust Fund to be used to foster and maintain affordable housing.

Actions planned to reduce lead-based paint hazards
The Residential Lead Based Paint Hazard Reduction Act of 1992 (Title X) emphasizes prevention of childhood lead poisoning through housing -based approaches. This strategy requires jurisdictions to focus on implementing practical changes in older housing to protect children from lead hazards. The city has identified two primary strategies to reduce lead -based paint hazards in Carlsbad to be carried out during the FY 2020-2025 Consolidated Plan period.

Strategy 1: Integrate lead hazard evaluation and reduction activities into all housing programs.

Currently, many federal programs have requirements for evaluating and reducing lead hazards. For those State and local housing and community development programs, the city will pursue the following activities to evaluate and reduce lead hazards:
• Require inspection for and abatement of lead-based paint hazards as a requirement of all residential rehabilitation programs when children under the age of seven reside in the dwelling unit and have been identified with elevated blood levels; • Include lead-based paint hazard abatement as an eligible activity for funding under the city's CDBG program and include minimum lead-based paint abatement requirements to housing quality standards which must be met; and
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• Provide all eligible applicants of housing programs, with information regarding lead-based paint.

Strategy 2: Support the development of comprehensive health programs for the screening of children for lead Poisoning and a follow-up on those identified as lead poisoned. In accordance with Center for Disease Control (CDC} guidelines, all children found to have elevated blood levels (above 20 micrograms per deciliter) should both be provided with public health management services and be tested every three months. The County of San Diego's Department of Health Services currently provides this service.

The city encourages the abatement of lead -based paint hazards once a child under the age of seven is identified as having elevated blood levels. CDBG funds may be used to help the city or other organizations in developing a comprehensive approach to lead-poisoning prevention.

Actions planned to reduce the number of poverty-level families The city currently has various programs and policies in place to help reduce the number of households with incomes below the poverty line. These policies and programs aim to improve coordination and collaboration among city departments; and nonprofit agencies which provide health and social services, employment training, legal assistance, and other support services for low -income persons. The city will pursue the following programs during FY 2024-25 to reduce poverty in Carlsbad:

1. Inclusionary Housing Ordinance

2. Housing Reserve Fund

3. Affordable Housing Trust Fund

4. Section 8 Vouchers

5. Village Revitalization Partnership Program

6. Economic Development Strategic Plan

Actions planned to develop institutional structure
There are many organizations within the County of San Diego that provide housing or supportive services to Carlsbad residents. These agencies tend to be smaller organizations with many using volunteers. The city will continue to encourage greater efforts to make use of available housing, social service and mental and other health care resources. The city can also help strengthen the housing and service delivery system by helping to educate such organizations and agencies regarding the resources that are available.

Actions planned to enhance coordination between public and private housing and social service agencies
The city proposes to strengthen, coordinate and integrate the governmental institution, non -profit and private delivery systems discussed in the FY 2020 -25 Consolidated Plan and FY 202 4-25 Action Plan through on -going "strategy and development" meetings between city staff, private developers, non - profit organizations and various financial institutions. Through these meetings, the city will continue to identify the constraints to affordable housing and develop/implement programs to mitigate them. The key to successful development of affordable housing for lower -income households in Carlsbad is communication, flexibility, and adequate funding. The city will communicate openly with private developers and service providers as well as make every effort to maintain the flexibility in policies and/or ordinances necessary to create public/private housing development partnerships.

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Program Specific Requirements
AP-90 Program Specific Requirements - 91.420, 91.220(l)(1,2,4) Introduction
Community Development Block Grant Program (CDBG)
Reference 24 CFR 91.220(l)(1)
Projects planned with all CDBG funds expected to be available during the year are identified in the Projects Table. The following identifies program income that is available for use that is included in projects to be carried out.

1. The total amount of program income that will have been received before the start of the next program year and that has not yet been reprogrammed Approx.
$519,000

2. The amount of proceeds from section 108 loan guarantees that will be used during the year to address the priority needs and specific objectives identified in the grantee's strategic plan

3. The amount of surplus funds from urban renewal settlements

4. The amount of any grant funds returned to the line of credit for which the planned use has not been included in a prior statement or plan.

5. The amount of income from float-funded activities
Total Program Income Approx.
$519,000

Other CDBG Requirements

1. The amount of urgent need activities

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Appendix 1

CDBG FY 2024-25 FUNDING SUMMARY

Priority Projects – Program Income. A maximum of 15% of all program income received during FY 2024-25 will be allocated to public services activities in the following order and amount:

1. Community Resource Center up to $55,967

2. Interfaith Community Services up to $21,765

3. Brother Benno up to $10,000

4. Catholic Charities up to $25,000

PUBLIC SERVICES
Organization Activity Anticipated
Outcome Requested Recommendation
Brother Benno Rent/Utility Assistance/Motel
Vouchers/Substance Abuse 35 persons $20,000 $0 CDBG Program Income Priority
Catholic Charities La Posada de Guadalupe Shelter 90 sheltered men $25,000 $0 CDBG Program Income Priority
Community Resource Services Homelessness Prevention 25 households $77,732 $21,765 CDBG + Program Income Priority
Interfaith Community Services Rental Assistance, Emergency Support, Basic Needs 220 households $72,654 $58,823 CDBG + Program Income Priority
Subtotal: $195,386 $77,732

ADMINISTRATION & FAIR HOUSING
Organization Activity Anticipated
Outcome Requested Recommendation
City of Carlsbad Program Administration Overall
administration $78,643 $73,643
Legal Aid Society of San Diego Fair Housing Services 146 households $25,000 $25,000 Subtotal: $103,643 $103,643

AFFORDABLE HOUSING & FACILITY IMPROVEMENTS
Organization Activity Anticipated
Outcome Requested Recommendation
City of Carlsbad Affordable Housing Fund
One at-risk
affordable housing
resale purchase
$236,840 $236,840
Casa de Amparo Facility Improvements 150 youth served, approx. 2% Carlsbad $100,000 $100,000
Subtotal: $336,840 $336,840
TOTAL: $635,869 $518,215
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Appendix 2
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Meeting Date: March 14, 2024

To: Housing Commission
From: Christian Gutierrez, Housing Services Manager

Staff Contact: Nicole Piano-Jones, Senior Program Manager [email protected], 442-339-2191
Subject: Community Development Block Grant FY 2024-25 Funding Recommendations

District: All
Recommended Action
Adopt a resolution approving the funding recommendations to incorporate into the FY 2024-25 Annual Action Plan and recommending that the City Council approve the FY 2024-25 Annual Action Plan for Community Development Block Grant (CDBG).

Executive Summary
The city receives Community Development Block Grant funds from the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD) each year. These grants are intended to help the city provide decent housing and a suitable living environment, and to expand economic opportunities, principally for low- and moderate-income people.

For FY 2024-25 the City of Carlsbad will receive an estimated annual entitlement grant of $518,215, of which $77,732 estimated available for public service activities, $103,643 estimated available for program administration and fair housing services, and $336,840 estimated available for affordable housing and facility improvement activities.

On Oct. 17, 2023, the City Council adopted Resolution No. 2023-124 which confirmed priorities and authorized staff to issue a notice of funding availability and accept applications for FY 2024- 25 CDBG funds. The application period was approximately eight weeks from Nov. 17, 2023 – Jan. 12, 2024. A total of six applications were received from outside non-profit agencies for various services and projects. A brief summary of each application is located in this report and full applications are provided as Exhibit 2.

On Oct. 17, 2023, the City Council approved Resolution No. 2023-264 which amended the city’s Citizen Participation Plan to formally sunset the Community Development Block Grant Citizen’s Advisory Committee and transfer the responsibilities of reviewing the Community Development Block Grant funding applications to the Housing Commission. Therefore, this FY is the first year for which the Housing Commission will be reviewing CDBG funding requests.

HOUSING COMMISSION
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Staff Report
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Staff has prepared recommendations for each request which are found within this Staff Report and Exhibit 1, Attachment A. The staff recommendations are based upon alignment with the stated goals in the City Council approved Five-Year Strategic Plan, Community Development Block Grant Consolidated Plan and the Carlsbad Homelessness Action Plan. Staff recommendations are also based upon capacity to adhere to strict administrative requirements of federal funding, physical location of organization and overall impact to Carlsbad residents.

Explanation & Analysis
Federal program restricts the amounts of funds available for public services and administration.

For FY 2024-25 the amount available for public services is $77,732. The city received four applications for public services activities, totaling $195,386, which exceeds the estimated available amount by $117,654. Based on the limited resources available for public services, city staff is making recommendations based on the following criteria:

Services that are identified in the Homelessness Action Plan are the highest priority.

Services that are identified to receive other funding in Homelessness Funding Plan will be considered for CDBG funding as a back-up in the event additional CDBG funding becomes available.

Services located in the City of Carlsbad are the highest priority.

Organizations that have a strong capacity to adhere to the strict administrative requirements of federal funding. While a grant for public services is an important community benefit, federal requirements are a high bar for smaller organizations.

Funding fewer agencies (2-3) with meaningful amounts is a recommended practice due to the high administrative requirements to oversee and monitor each contract and activity. Staff does not recommend spreading the limited resources to all applicants.

While there are many valuable community service applicants, it is not feasible to support all applicants with funding.

PUBLIC SERVICES
Four non-profit agencies have requested FY 2024-25 CDBG funds for public services programs.

Each request is summarized in the below table and narrative.

ORGANIZATION PROGRAM FY 2023-24
AWARD
FY 2024-25

REQUEST
FY 2024-25 STAFF

RECOMMENDATION
Brother Benno
Rent/Utility
Assistance/Motel
Vouchers/Substance Abuse
$0 CDBG
$10,000
Other
$20,000 $0 CDBG – fund as
back-up project
Catholic Charities La Posada de Guadalupe
Shelter
$0 CDBG
$200,000
Other
$25,000 $0 CDBG – fund as
back-up project
Community Resource
Center
Homelessness Prevention
Carlsbad Residents $23,000 $77,732 $21,765
Interfaith Community
Services
Rental Assistance,
Emergency Support, Basic
Needs
$58,823 $72,654 $55,967
TOTALS $81,826 $195,386 $77,732
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Brother Benno
Brother Benno Foundation is requesting CDBG funds to prevent and reduce homelessness in Carlsbad through provision of rental/utility assistance, motel vouchers and a substance abuse recovery program. The Brother Benno Foundation was incorporated in 1983 and is located in Oceanside.

Funding request: $20,000
CDBG leveraging: Requested CDBG funds = 19% program budget Consolidated Plan Priority: Prevent and reduce homelessness Anticipated outcome: 35 households
Staff recommendation: Do not fund with CDBG. This service is an identified program in the Homelessness Action Plan. Staff recommends
considering funding only as a back-up project if funding becomes available. This program was approved for funding through the city’s General Fund as part of the Homelessness Funding Plan, approved by the City Council in November 2023.

Catholic Charities
Catholic Charities is requesting CDBG funds to support ongoing operations at La Posada de Guadalupe. La Posada is the only emergency shelter located in the City of Carlsbad, which serves men experiencing homelessness. In addition to providing overnight shelter year-round, La Posada shelter provides daily meals, laundry facilities and supportive services including case management and employment training. Catholic Charities was incorporated in 1974, with central offices in San Diego, and shelter located in Carlsbad.

Funding request: $25,000
CDBG leveraging: Requested CDBG funds = 2.1% program budget Consolidated Plan Priority: Prevent and reduce homelessness Anticipated outcome: 90 sheltered persons
Staff recommendation: Do not fund with CDBG. This service is an identified program in the Homelessness Action Plan. Staff
recommends considering funding only as a back-up project if funding becomes available. This program was approved for Permanent Local Housing Allocation funding as part of the Homelessness Funding Plan, approved by the City
Council in November 2023.

Community Resource Center
Community Resource Center (CRC) is requesting CDBG funds to support their homelessness prevention and supportive social services for Carlsbad residents. Services offered includes rental or utility arrears, late fees, landlord mediation/advocacy, onetime rental assistance, security or utility deposits, bridge housing motel vouchers, employment assistance (transportation), or assistance with other costs related to household’s ability to prevent homelessness. Community Resource Center was incorporated in 1979, with offices in Encinitas and Carlsbad.

Funding request: $77,732
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Consolidated Plan Priority: Prevent and reduce homelessness Anticipated outcome: 25 low-income households with case management, rental assistance, and other supportive services
Staff recommendation: Fund – partial request with CDBG at $21,765. This service is an identified program in the Homelessness Action Plan.

Staff recommends partial CDBG funding for this project.

This program was approved for CDBG funds as part of the Homelessness Funding Plan, approved by the City Council in November 2023. The Homelessness Funding Plan also
approved General Funds, Permanent Local Housing
Allocation funds and HUD funds to the Community
Resource Center for a rapid rehousing program.

Interfaith Community Services
Interfaith Community Services (Interfaith) is requesting CDBG funds to supportive services will
include housing stabilization and navigation, basic needs assistance and employment development. Interfaith was incorporated in 1979, with offices located throughout North County, including Carlsbad.

Funding request: $72,654
CDBG leveraging: Requested CDBG funds = 10% program budget Consolidated Plan Priority: Prevent and reduce homelessness Anticipated outcome: 20 low-income households rental assistance, 200 low- income individuals with basic needs
Staff recommendation: Fund – partial request with CDBG at $55,967. This service is an identified program in the Homelessness Action Plan.

Staff recommends partial CDBG funding for this project.

This program was approved for CDBG Funds as part of the Homelessness Funding Plan, approved by the City Council in November 2023. The Homelessness Funding Plan also
approved General Funds and Housing Trust funds to
Interfaith Community Services for their Carlsbad Service Center which provides housing assistance programs.

PROGRAM ADMINISTRATION & FAIR HOUSING
The city received one application from outside non-profit agency for provision of fair housing services.

ORGANIZATION PROGRAM FY 2023-24
AWARD
FY 2024-25

REQUEST
FY 2024-25

RECOMMEND
Legal Aid Society of San
Diego Fair Housing Services $23,000 $25,000 $25,000
City of Carlsbad Program Administration $86,098 $78,643 $78,643 TOTALS $109,098 $103,643 $103,643
Legal Aid Society San Diego
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enforcement of the Fair Housing Act and related State laws. LASSD was incorporated in 1953 and has offices in San Diego, Oceanside and San Marcos.

Funding request: $25,000
CDBG leveraging: Requested CDBG funds = 2% program budget Consolidated Plan Priority: Provide fair housing services to residents Anticipated outcome: 146 households
Staff recommendation: Fund – full request. This organization is currently providing Fair Housing Services for Carlsbad residents and has
performed well.

AFFORDABLE HOUSING & FACILITY IMPROVEMENTS
One application was received from an outside agency. A total of $336,840 is available within this category.

ORGANIZATION PROJECT FY 2023-24
AWARD
FY 2024-25

REQUEST
FY 2024-25

RECOMMEND
Casa de Amparo Facility Improvements $0 $100,000 $100,000 City of Carlsbad Affordable Housing
Program $354,569 $236,840 $236,840
TOTALS $354,569 $336,840 $336,840
Casa de Amparo
Casa de Amparo is requesting CDBG funds to complete a parking lot and landscaping project to their facility, located in San Marcos, CA. Casa de Amparo is a California Community Care Licensed Short-Term Residential Services program for youth and adolescents from ages 12-18.

Casa de Amparo also operates a transitional housing program for young adults ages 18-24. Casa de Amparo was founded in 1978 and has a campus in San Marcos, CA which serves all the San Diego County, including Carlsbad.

Funding request: $100,000
CDBG leveraging: Requested CDBG funds = 100% project budget Consolidated Plan Priority: Improve and provide facilities to serve lower income persons
Anticipated outcome: 150 youth, approximately 2% from Carlsbad Staff recommendation: Fund – full request. This organization is currently providing Fair Housing Services for Carlsbad residents and has
performed well.

City of Carlsbad Affordable Housing Resale Program
The City of Carlsbad Housing and Homeless Services Department is requesting funds to support the Affordable Housing Resale Program. The program was first approved by the City Council in 2020 and is designed to help qualified lower income households purchase city-owned residential units at an affordable price.

Funding request: $236,840
CDBG leveraging: This program is funded by CDBG and the city’s Housing Trust Fund
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Anticipated Outcome: Approximately one at-risk affordable resale unit purchased for resale to eligible low-income homebuyer
Staff recommendation: Fund $236,840 towards the city’s Affordable Housing Resale Program and city-owned affordable rental housing rehabilitation needs.

PROGRAM INCOME & BACK-UP PROJECTS
Some CDBG-funded activities generate program income. Program income must be allocated in the same manner as entitlement funds and comply with all CDBG regulations. The average amount of program income received from FY 2018 – FY 2022 was $438,302. CDBG regulations allow up to 15% of program income received during the fiscal year to be allocated to public services and up to 20% allocated to program administration. Using the average as an example, up to $65,745 in program income could be allocated to public services and $87,660 allocated to program administration. The remaining program income could be allocated to affordable housing activities, including the city’s Affordable Housing Resale Program and repair and rehabilitation to city-owned affordable housing rental housing.

Staff recommendation: Fund up to 15% of program income received during FY 2024-25 to staff recommended activities found in Exhibit 2, fund up to 20% of program income during FY 2024-25 to approved CDBG funded administration and fair housing
activities, and the remaining program income received
during FY 2024-25 to approved CDBG funded affordable
housing activities.

Back-up projects are projects having been identified as CDBG eligible, meeting at least one Consolidated Plan Priority, and intended to be ready-to-fund and complete in a short period of time. Back-up projects are only to be considered only if additional funding becomes available or if approved projects or programs are not proceeding in a timely fashion.

Staff recommendation: Consider city-wide projects that would bring city facilities and infrastructure into compliance with the Americans
with Disabilities Act (ADA) as back-up projects.

Fiscal Analysis
The Community Development Block Grant program is a fully funded federal program and is separate from the city’s General Fund. The program operates on a reimbursement basis, in which grant funds are expended for approved activities and then reimbursed from the U.S.

Department of Housing and Urban Development.

Next Steps
Housing & Homeless Services staff will include the Housing Commission’s decision in the draft FY 2024-25 Annual Action Plan and make available for public review and comment for a 30-day period. The City Council will be asked to consider the FY 2024-25 Annual Action Plan at a public hearing in May 2024 before submittal to HUD by the statutorily required deadline.

Environmental Evaluation
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section 21065 in that it has no potential to cause either a direct physical change in the environment or a reasonably foreseeable indirect physical change in the environment.

Exhibits

1. Housing Commission resolution

2. Community Development Block Grant FY 2024-25 Applications March 14, 2024 Item #1 Page 7 of 58
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RESOLUTION NO. 2024-003

A RESOLUTION OF THE HOUSING COMMISSION OF THE CITY OF CARLSBAD,

CALIFORNIA, RECOMMENDING THAT THE CITY COUNCIL APPROVE THE RECOMMENDATIONS FOR FY 2024-25 COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT BLOCK GRANT PROGRAM FUNDING TO INCLUDE IN THE FY 2024-25 ANNUAL

ACTION PLAN
Exhibit 1
WHEREAS, the Housing Commission of the City of Carlsbad, California held a noticed public meeting to obtain public input and review and consider applications for Community Development Block Grant funds; and
WHEREAS, on Oct. 17, 2023, the City Council adopted Resolution No. 2023-264 approving amendments to the city's Citizen Participation Plan, which formally sunsetted the Community Development Block Grant Citizen's Advisory Committee and transferred the responsibilities of reviewing the Community Development Block Grant funding applications to the Housing Commission; and
WHEREAS, on Nov. 14, 2023, the City Council adopted Resolution No. 2023-277 approving the Homelessness Action Plan Funding Plan which includes programs and estimated funding levels with potential funding sources for Fiscal Year 2024-25; and
WHEREAS, on Oct. 17, 2023, the City Council adopted Resolution No. 2023-265 authorizing staff to solicit proposals for programs and projects not to exceed the estimated FY 2024-25 Community Development Block Grant award; and
WHEREAS, the availability of funding applications were publicly noticed and applications accepted for a period of approximately eight weeks; and, WHEREAS, four applications were received for public services exceeding the estimated available funds by $117,654, one application received for fair housing services and one application received for a facility improvement project within the estimated available funds; and, WHEREAS, the Commission requested that the data demonstrating prior year accomplishments of the Community Development Block Grant funded activities be presented to the Housing Commission prior to the review of new funding recommendations; and, WHEREAS, the Housing Commission has taken all testimony into account .

NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED by the Housing Commission of the City of Carlsbad, California, as follows:

1. That the above recitations are true and correct.

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2. The Housing Commission recommends that the City Council approve the FY 2024-25 Community Development Block Grant funding recommendations for incorporation in the FY 2024-25 Annual Action Plan as reflected in Attachment A.

PASSED, APPROVED AND ADOPTED at a Regular Meeting of the Housing Commission of the City of Carlsbad on the 14th day of March, 2024, by the following vote, to wit :

AYES: Collins, Chang, Berger.

NAYS:

ABSTAIN:

ABSENT:

None .

Ydigoras.

Horton .

MANDY MILLS, Director
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Attachment A
CDBG FY 2024-25 FUNDING SUMMAR Y

PUBLIC SERVICES
Organization Activity Anticipated Requested Staff Recommendation Outcome Brother Benno Rent/Utility Assistance/Mote l 35 persons $20,000 $0 CDBG Program Income Vouchers/Substance Abuse Priority
Catholic Charities La Posada de Guadalupe Shelter 90 sheltered men $25,000 $0 CDBG Program Income Priority
Community Resource Services Homelessness Prevention 25 households $77,732 $21,765 CDBG + Program Income Priority
Interfaith Community Services Rental Assistance, Emergency 220 households $72,654 $58,823 CDBG + Program Support, Basic Needs Income Priority
Subtotal: $195,386 $77,732

ADMINISTRATION & FAIR HOUSING
Organization Activity Anticipated Requested Staff
Outcome Recommendation
City of Carlsbad Program Administration Overall $78,643 $73,643 administration Legal Aid Society of San Diego Fair Housing Services 146 households $25,000 $25,000 Subtotal: $103,643 $103,643

AFFORDABLE HOUSING & FACILITY IMPROVEMENTS
Organization Activity Anticipated Requested Staff
Outcome Recommendation
One at-risk
City of Carlsbad Affordable Housing Fund affordable housing $236,840 $236,840 resale purchase
Casa de Amparo Facility Improvements 150 youth served, $100,000 $100,000 approx. 2% Carlsbad Subtotal: $336,840 $336,840
TOTAL: $635,869 $518,215
Priority Projects - Program Income. A maximum of 15% of all program income received during FY 2024-25 will be allocated to public services activities in the following order and amount:

1. Community Resource Center up to $55,967

2. Interfaith Community Services up to $21,765

3. Brother Benno up to $10,000

4. Catholic Charities up to $25,000
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APPLICANT INFORMATION
Organization Name:

The Brother Benno Foundation, Inc. Federal Unique Entity Identification Number
Address: 3260 Production Ave, Oceanside CA 92058 Contact Phone:

Contact person/title: Joe McDev itt Contact email:

Exhibit 2
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QUP1 MZ75RZV3
(858) 583-9560
joe .mcdevitt .carlsbad@gmail .com
Organization Type: .:L Nonprofit □For - profit LJLocal public agencvlJ State public agency )ther (Please specify}
Please describe the mission/purpose of organization:

To carry on the ministry of Brother Benno with love and compassion . To feed the hungry, to give drink to the thirsty , to shelter the homeless , to clothe the naked, to comfort the sick and support people recovering from addiction.

Please provide the organization date of incorporation and number of years providing proposed program/project?
Date of incorporation : July 15, 1983. 40 years providing the proposed program/project.

Please describe the organization staff positions directly responsible for the proposed program and their qualifications and experience:
1) Substance Abuse Recovery Program : Jim Schlemmer , Jan Roberts - Certified CAOC Counselors each with over 10 years experience leading a recovery program for up to 42 participants:
2) Rental/Utility Assistance, Issuance of Motel Vouchers : Darryl Harris/Dennis Pinnick - Caseworkers each with over 14 years experience leading an Outreach Team that aids homeless persons/extremely low income households to avoid the risk of homelessness, apply for transitional housing, seek mental health/subs tance abuse care and other supportive services.

Please indicate your agency's level of experience with the CDBG program:

LJ No or little experience (up to 1 year of using CDBG funds) □ Some experience (2 to 3 years of using CDBG funds)
□ Moderate experience (4 to 5 years of using CDBG funds} [l] Considerable experience (more than 5 years of using CDBG funds}

PROJECT/PROGRAM INFOMATION
Please provide implementation schedule for proposed project or program, including important steps such as hiring staff, obtaining bids, acquiring property, etc. If project involves property acquisition or construction, include plans, scope of work, cost estimates, or other applicable documents in appendices.

Brother Senna's substance abuse recovery program , rental/utility assistance program, and motel voucher program are well established programs , staffed with experienced Certified Alcohol & Drug Counselors (CADC) and qualified Outreach Community caseworkers . All needed facilities and management personnel , including support functions, are in place to fully support these programs.

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Describe steps already completed or to be completed to initiate project. These may include community support, staffing, securing an appropriate location, marketing, and networking.

No further steps are required to to be completed to continue with Brother Benno's substance abuse recovery program, rental/utility assistance program, and motel voucher program. The programs are fully staffed with experienced personnel, key partnerships are in place with government agencies and other charity organizations, all needed facilities are in place, and management personnel and support functions are engaged.

Describe the program's timeline with dates and times, including the earliest possible start dates, end dates, and milestones as applicable.

Brother Senna's substance abuse recovery program , rental/utility assistance program, and motel voucher program are all ongoing programs. Program milestones include monthly reports and weekly meeting s with management reviewing key metrics and any corrective action s identified to meet program objectives.

Describe the work to be performed, including the activities to be undertaken or the services to be provided and the goals and objectives of the program/project:
1) Renta l/utility assistance to extremely low-income households, including seniors and families with children , to avoid the risk of being evicted and becom ing homeles s or losi ng utility services . Objec tive: Renta l Assistance to 1 O househo lds. Utili ty Assistance to 1 O househo lds. 2) Motel Vouchers to shelter homeless persons (sen iors, disabl ed, families, persons recovering from surgery). Objective : 5 househo lds assisted 3) 26 week Substance Abuse Recovery program , participants from the First Step House (detox cente r) in Carlsbad, extremely low-income Carlsbad residents or homeless persons in Carlsbad. Objective: 20 participants graduating from the 26 week program, are emp loyed and have housing.

How accessible or convenient is the proposed program/project to Carlsbad residents? {Please be specific such as direct services to client's home, transportation provided to and from facility, or relation to public transportation.)
Rental/utility assistance is provided five days a week from 8am to 4pm at our Oceanside Center. Daily appointments are available , bus passes offered .

Transportation and aid from caseworkers are provided to Carlsbad homeless persons sheltered under motel vouchers. The Substance Recovery Program provides, at no cost, all food needs, housing , clothing, transportation over a 26 week period for Carlsbad residents/home less persons at our 7 recovery homes.

Does your agency focus its activities on populations with special needs? If yes, please specify population {Homeless households, persons with disabilities, persons with substance abuse, veterans, farmworkers, seniors, children, etc.)
We assist primarily extremely low-income individuals and households. Over 200 homeless persons are served breakfast and lunch bags each day, with 110 plus households receiving food boxes each day. Approx 4,500 receive assistance each year: 70% of individuals and households are senior persons (50 years or older), 28% are female headed households,16% are disabled persons, over 40% are Hispanic, and 18% are Black Americans. We assist Native American Reservations.

Please describe how low-and-moderate income persons will benefit from the proposed program/project.

Rental assistance prevents families from being evicted and assuming a risk of homelessness. The payment of utilities. especially to seniors with fixed incomes, will prevent the loss of utility service. Our Substance Abuse Recovery program. serving up lo 42 participants. aids men and women in their recovery from alcohol /drug abuse.

Upon graduating from our program, each participant is employed and housed. They continue to participate in our sober living program to support a life of sobriety.

What is the approximate percentage of your clients that have annual family incomes in each of the following ranges: {Percentages should add to 100%)
85 % of clients are at 30 percent or below of t he area median income 15 % of clients are between 31 and 50 percent of the area median income. % of clients are between 51 and 80 percent of the area median incom e % of clients are above 80 percent of the area median income Housing & Homeless Services
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Please indicate the number of clients benefiting from the proposed activity and the percentage that are Carlsbad residents.

Persons of which 100 % are Carlsbad residents
Does your organization charge recipients for the provided services? lLJ No I j Yes (Please specify) $
How does your organization provide language access to recipients with less than proficient English? Brother Benno's is fortunate to have volunteers on site who are fluent in Spanish.

How will recipients' information be collected and documented? All recipient's inform ation i s e ntere d in our Mission Tracke r D ata base. From this database, Brot her B enno's has access to info rmation and repo rts s tating the income level, race/e th nicity, age, address, fem ale head ed household, disability, numb er of famil y mem bers a nd a record o f the variou s types of assista nce.

How will the outcomes be measured, collected, and documented? 1) Motel Vouchers (Emergency shelter for homeless persons/families). rental/utility assistance- Case notes are entered in the Mission Tracker database for each person/household receiving assistance. Accounting tracks each expenditure . Monthly management reports are reviewed at the Department and Executive Director level. 2) Substance Abuse Recovery Program - Status report reviewed monthly - number of participants entering the program, progress in completing the program, including continued assistance for participants leaving the program.

Describe collaboration with other agencies, such as the County Continuum of Care and other non-profit organizations and/or agencies to form a cohesive approach in serving the low income and most vulnerable populations.

Brother Benno's is partnered with the S.D. County Dept. of Homeless Solutions & Equitable Communi ties (HSEC) Homeless Services Team with caseworkers, clinical social workers and benefits specialists at our Hub Center, TrueCare Mobile Health Clinic at our Hub Center, Catholic Charities under long term grants, San Diego Food Bank, North County Food Bank, Food Donation Connection, City of Oceanside's Homeless Outreach Team. Humanity Showers at our facility, TURN Mental Health Systems at our Hub Center, Interfaith Community Services at our Hub Center and Extended Opportunities Programs and Services (EOPS) at Palomar/MiraCosta Colleges.

FINANCIAL INFORMATION
I CDBG Grant Request: 1 $20000 Total Project/Program Cost: I $ 101662 Did you receive any of the following sources of funding from the City of Carlsbad within the last two fiscal years (2022-2023 and 2023-2024) for the proposed program/project? CDBG lLJ Yes No
Community Activity Fundin g
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Yes □ No
General Fund s Yes □ No
Oth er (specify) : n Yes n No
If you have received federal funds, including CDBG funds, in previous years, have program violation findings ever been made against your agency/organization? If yes, please explain nature of finding(s) and how finding(s) has been addressed by your organization.

None
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Did you receive any federal funds, including CDBG funding from other cities? If so, please describe source, year(s), and amounts.

Source Amount
- City of Carlsbad General Funds 2023-202d $ 10000
- CDBG 2022-2023 City of Carlsbad $10,073
- NRP County of San Diego 3/16/2021 $ 20000

PROPOSED BUDGET
Category /Item CDBG Request Other Sources Total
Wages/Salaries $ 10000 $ 75662 $ 85662
Personnel Benefits $ 0 $ 0 $0
Materials and Supplies $ 0 $ 0 $ 0
Rent and Utilities $ 0 $ 0 $0
Direct Program Expenses $ 0 $ 0 $0
Mileage $ 0 $ 0 $0
Other: Rental/Utilit:t/Motel Assist $ 10000 $ 6000 $ 16000 TOTAL $ 20000 $81 662 $101662
Please further describe "Other Sources" from previous table.

Category /Item Other Sources Describe source and whether funding is secured or anticipated
Wages/Salaries $ 75662 Grants secured and ongoing monthly donations from the community Personnel Benefits $0
Materials and Supplies $0
Rent and Utilities $0
Direct Program Expenses $0
Mileage $0
Other: RenUUtility/Motel Assistance $ 6000 Grants secured and ongoing monthly donations from the community TOTAL $81662
If your project or program requires ongoing funding, please describe how the program or project will continue to be funded.

Brother Benno's is on track to meet fiscal year revenue budget objectives through grants and community donations .

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CERTIFICATION
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I, the undersigned, do hereby attest that the above information is true and correct to the best of my knowledge.

Member, Board of Directors 1/11/2024
Title Date
Signature Title Date
NOTE: Applications must include a resolution from your organization's Board of Directors authorizing the person(s) signing above to submit funding applications and to enter into funding agreements if selected.

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APPLICANT INFORMATION
Organization Name:

Catholic Chari ties Diocese of San Diego (CCOSD)
Federal Unique Entity
Identification Number
Address: 3888 Paducah Drive San Diego. CA 92117 Contact Phone:

Contact person/title: Appaswamy "Vino" Pajanor, CEO Contact email:
{ City of
Carlsbad
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619-323-2842
[email protected]
Organization Type: ✓ ~ onpro fit □For- p rofi t
rbth er (Please specify)
lJLocal public agencvLJ State public agency
Please describe the mission/purpose of organization:

Catholic Charities Diocese of San Diego (CCDSD) exists to exemplify the scriptural values of mercy and hospitality by witnessing the gospel message contained in "Mallhew 25:"; to advocate for a just society by calling individuals and institutions to action on behalf of the poor, the vulnerable and the marginalized; and to acknowledge the sacredness of the human person by accompanying those we serve on their journey toward achieving lheir full potential as persons created in the image and likeness of God.

Please provide the organization date of incorporation and number of years providing proposed program/pro ject?
CCOSO was established in 1919; it began as a small offic e in Downtown San Diego. Since then. CCOSD has become one or the most impactful agenci es in San Diego and Imperial Countries. CCOSD consists of over 20 prog rams tha t fall into fol¥ major areas: Homeless Services, Communily Services , Refugee Services , and mmigration Serv ices. CCDSO filed for inoorporation on February 12, 1974, launching itself as an independent non•profil organization . CCDSO created lhe La Posada De Guadalupe Wen's Sheller in 1992 and has provided services to Homeless Men and Farmworkers for the pasl 32 years.

Please describe the organization staff positions directly responsible for the propo sed progr am and their qualifications and experience:

Casev«1rker1Coaches level I, II, Ill, IV, and a Kitchen Coak. The Oirecklr of Homeless Services has an extensive background in counseling and advocacy, emphasizing p1oviding services with a lrauma-info,med approach. She has been with !he agency far fifteen years, overseeing programs for unsheltered individuals. She graduated from lhe Stale University of New YorltCollege at Oswego wilh a Bachelor of Aris in Psychology. The Program Manager has experience providing case management and Rapid Rehousing services and is also knowledgeable about commercial kitchen operations, making him uniquely qualified for lhis position. A Senior Program Manager also supports La Posada with over seven years o( experience wi'1 an emphas:is on connecting people with hOUSing and employn,enl. She is bilingual and has a bachetor's degree from 0,egon Stale University and an assodale deg ee from San Diego City OJUege. All staff are lrained in trauma-informed care, and all th'ee management team members ere proficient in reading trauma-informed teams. All staff' are also _.ained in de-escalation, hcnn reduction, housing first, and low-banier service detive1y.

Please indicate your agency's level of experience with the CDBG program:

LJ No or litt le experie nce (up to 1 year of using CDBG fund s) □ Some experience (2 to 3 years of using CDBG funds)
□ Moder ate experience (4 to 5 years of using CDBG fund s) [l] Considerable experience (more than 5 years of using CDBG funds)

PROJECT/PROGRAM INFOMATION
Please provide implementation schedule for proposed project or program, including important steps such as hiring staff, obtaining bids, acquiring property, etc. If project involves property acquisition or construction, include plans, scope of work, cost estimates, or other applicable documents in appendices.

La Posada opened in 1992 with the mission to provide a safe, supportive, clean environment and opportunities to empower men with few or no resources to begin or continue working toward housing stability and self-sufficiency. La Posada is an emergency housing program for men experienc ing homelessness, offering year-round shelter and comprehensive wrap-around support. The program remains the only short-term housing program for unsheltered single men in the City of Carlsbad and the entire North Coastal Region.

La Posada provides three daily meals, laundry and hygiene facilities, a mailing address, clothing, and onsite supportive services, including case management, , translation and interpretation, and recreation. Onsite support services are provided in English and Spanish, and residents work with case managers to set goals. The services include referrals to off-site employment, job training, and medical services from trusted partners and service providers. Through the staff and inter-agency partners, residents are linked to long-term support designed to end the cycle of homelessness and provide a path to housing stability.

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Describe steps already completed or to be completed to initiate project. These may include community support, staffing, securing an appropriate location, marketing, and networking.

Not applicable, the proposed project is not requesting funds for construction, rehabilitation , property acquisit ion, or construction-related activities. La Posada is a program that has been operated continuously for 32 years .

Describe the program's timeline with dates and times, including the earliest possible start dates, end dates, and milestones as applicable.

Not applicable , the proposed project is not requesting funds for construction , rehabilitation , property acquisition , or construction-related activ ities . La Posada is a program that has been operated continuously for 32 years.

Describe the work to be performed, including the activities to be undertaken or the services to be provided and the goals and objectives of the program/project:

La Posada pro-.iides services for participants as a ~whore," meaning they come for one service but are connecled to others that meet their needs. Helping the participant often starts with something as simple as a warm shower and a clean change of clothes. Being able to provide our participants with lhe confidence that comes wilh feeling dean is often the first step many need to start their joumey to self-sufficiency. The shelter pro\lides three meals daily and a packed lunth lo participants working in agriculture fields throughout the day. La Posada's goal starts Wth addressing these seemingly small but impactful goals. Feeling clean and having a nutritious meal leads to a good night's rest, which leads lo our residents feeling refreshed and safe, leading to discussions on haN they became unshekered, the goals they want to achieve, and how we can help them get to the future they see themselves.

La Posada intends to assist unsheltered single men in San Diego County exit homelessness with the tools and resources to remain independent and sclf•suff:cient. We want to provide unshelered men with a safe p(ace to stay while helping them address the varying issues and barriers that got them to the place they are today. In 2022, LP served 186 men and assisted 47 men in obtaining permanent housing. They were provided with 70,201 supportive services, including meals,assistanceobtaining an identification card and birth certificates. travel directions, and help with lal.Wldry.

How accessible or convenient is the proposed program/project to Carlsbad residents? (Please be specific such as direct services to client's home, transportation provided to and from facility, or relation to public transportation.)
La Posada addresses homelessness that encompasses San Diego, Coastal North County, and portions of North County Inland. The program's service area is one inclusive of men whose daily lives cross city boundaries and intersect with public and private services bounded by Interstate 5 and 15, a tenitory in this is no longer true now that the Rescue Mission Navigation Center is open in Carlsbad. for unhoused men. La Posada is located just two miles north of Palomar Airport Road and a one.quarter mile east of El Camino Real. Major bus routes run within a five.minute walk from the facilities, giving clients access lo the entire regioo. All men residing al La Posada have access to the facility's full range of services and the cooperative services of partner organizations in the Altiance for Regional Solutions, the county's coordinated entry system, and other regional colaborations.

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Does your agency focus its activities on populations with special needs? If yes, please specify I
population (Homeless households, persons with disabilities, persons with substance abuse, veterans, farmworkers, seniors, children, etc.)
La Posada addressed the goals enumerated in the Draft Consolidated Plan by providing temporary housing for men experiencing homelessness, along with comprehensive supportive services and referral to assistance accessing long-term housing. From the Consolidated Plan, the program addresses the following priorities specifically.

Please describe how low-and-moderate income persons will benefit from the proposed program/project.

CCOSO focuses on the unhou sed men in North County and other areas of San Diego. All the participants are low income and our team works with each indiv idual on goals to help them move to self-sufficienc y. With our trauma-informed case management we are able to addre ss the barriers each participant races. Working with the participants on their individuals goals and an appropriate timeline we work with the men to help them move from being unhoused to securing income and housing.

What is the approximate percentage of your clients that have annual family incomes in each of the following ranges: (Percentages should add to 100%)
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Please indicate the number of clients benefiting from the proposed activity and the percentage that are Carlsbad residents.

Persons of which 37.5 % are Carlsbad residents
Does your organization charge recipients for the provided services? lLJ No l J Yes (Please specify) $
How does your organization provide language access to recipients with less than proficient English? CCDSD employs team members who are proficient in various languages with the understanding that English is not everyone's primary language.

We want to meet everyone with a low-barrier mindset, and being unable to communicate with our team can be one of those barriers. CCDSD is dedicated to ensuring that all our program participants have the opportunity to access communication that can be vital to their success .

How will recipients' information be collected and documented? CCOSD measures dlent metrics via scrHning tools and cl ala entry lnlo Clarily, the homei.ss manag9ffltnllnformation syslem for San Diego County's Conlinuum d Care. Al men al LP complele a "'"1Prthensille lnlake process flat collecis relevanl demograph~ and service needs data. The Intake process «insists ol completing a standard. comprehensiile assessment lo identify barriers and d1auenges IO h011Sing slab lit)' and sell-sufficiency and'- development ol a unique dltnl ldenllte,, which is Shared in regional daiabasas. The 10181 assessment creates and informs an lndiYiduaized service p1an Wilh specific goals IO rri.ligateor alleviate the person's homelessness. Casewo,ker,ICoaches lrack and measure each resident's progress Iowan:! self.ldenllffed goals by keeping paper and etecltonic rwcotds.

CCDSD actively pa11icipates ln Alia nee fat Reiiional Sok1lions.Nort1 Counf)', lhe MMIS, and CES for San Diego Counly Conlnuum d Care, adherhg lo al ,eco,d colectlon, ll"ackinsJ, and repor1niituldellnes far !he region. Through Clariy, t,e local HMIS, la Posada staff enters al HUD and CoC-mandaled client lnformalion IO support the local Coe requirtmenls. Which Is Yitai br fulu,e federal alocallons to fund hOmefess services In t,e region. Furthennore. data colledon. documentation, and eva.,.alion are crllk:al b cienl arid program suce.en. The dOCtlmentafonassisls slaffin coaching, helpe-lg them tack dienl p.rogress loWardsgaals and adjustacwrdingly. $1affmustpromply enterdernagraphlc inforn,ation and case management noces inlo lhe HMIS within one business day from c:olection, How will the outcomes be measured, collected, and documented? Outoomes are tracked by documenting services provided in residents' files and entering information into Clarity and internal tracking systems-the Program Manager and CompUance Coordinator review documenlation for accuracy and completeness.

The CDBG contract will be assigned a grant number. and a contract folder will be set up. The contract will be assigned to a Grants Accountant responsible for maintaining the file, moniloring the expenditures of the funds. tracktng outstanding balances due, preparing invoices, reporting lo the Directors on the spending, and contacting the funder regarding payment All pub We oontracts are managed by federal single audit standards, the terms and condilions of 0MB Uniform Guidance{2.CFR.200), and aU otherrefevantguidelines for the adninistration of pub We funds. Each contract file is reviewed and updated monthly by the Controner, Grants Accountant, and Program Director. The Controll8l reviews al bllllng and expense records to ensure they are being spent wi1h fidelity to the terms of each grant conlract. After the month is reconciled. the Control!erprepares a monthly Grants Receivabfe aging report for the Chief of Finance for inclusion in the monthly reports to the Finance Commitlee. Financial reports are also reviewed by the Director of Homeless Services and la Posada Program Manager monthly.

Describe collaboration with other agencies, such as the County Continuum of Care and other non-profit organizations and/or agencies to form a cohesive approach in serving the low income and most vulnerable populations.

Engaging in partnerships is a critical component of the program and client success. Partnerships aHON the agency to leverage resources and fill service gaps lo ensure that men experiencing homelessness can make meaningful progress toward their housing and self~sufficiency goals. Key partnerships include:
1, Interfaith Community Services: provides employment ser,,ices and support, including resume development assistance, employment opportunities, and financial lileracy classes.

2. Veteran Community Services: assists veteran residents with deposits and rental assistarce creating access to permanent housing and securing public enl~lements.

3. Exodus Recovery provides behavioral health services for residents.

4. Community Resource Center provides rental assistance for residents who meet their ellgibnity criteria

5. Pacffic Ridge Middle School: 8th and 12th-grade students visit La Posada monthly lo host activilies and Olganize donation drives.

6. North County Health Systems: provide HIV and Hepatitis C tesling available to residents every month.

FINANCIAL INFORMATION
CDBG Grant Request: $2s,ooo Total Project/Program Cost: $ 1, 156,662 Did you receive any of the following sources of funding from the City of Carlsbad within the last two fiscal years (2022-2023 and 2023-2024) for the proposed program/project? CDBG ✓ Yes No ;:::::=
□ Community Activi ty Funding Yes No
-General Funds ~ Yes □ No
Other (specify): Yes n No
If you have received federal funds, including CDBG funds, in previous years, have program violation findings ever been made against your agency/organization? If yes, please explain nature of finding(s) and how finding(s) has been addressed by your organization .

No.

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Did you receive any federal funds, including CDBG funding from other cities? If so, please describe source, year(s), and amounts.

Source Amount
_ ARS $ 160,000
- PAS $64,280
- $

PROPOSED BUDGET
Category /Item CDBG Request Other Sources Total
Wages/Salaries $5,000 $617,585 $622,585
Personnel Benefits $1,400 $139,193 $140,593
Materials and Supplies $ $ $20235
Rent and Utilities $8,600 $76,572 $85,172
Direct Program Expenses $10,000 $33,562 $43,562
Mileage $ $ $
Other: $ $ $
TOTAL $25,000 $887,147 $912,147
Please further describe "Other Sources" from previous table.

Category/Item Other Sources Describe source and whether funding is secured or anticipated
Wages/Sa la ries $617,585 ARS, PAS, donations and private grants Personnel Benefits $139,193 ARS, PAS, donations and private grants Materials and Supplies $
Rent and Utilities $76 ,572 ARS, PAS, donations and private grants Direct Program Expenses $33,562 ARS, PAS, donations and private grants Mileage $
Other: $
TOTAL $887,147
If your project or program requires ongoing funding, please describe how the program or project will continue to be funded.

La Posada will require futwe funding. and the Philanthropy team at CCOSO is writing grants for both pubOi: and private funding sources. CCOSO atso has three appeats thrOUghoul the year that hetp wilh monetary donations for al the programs.

Securing both public: and private ~ants w• support La Posada and help sustain lhe program. CCOSO Is a4so lhe recipient of a $2 mlllon grant from the City a( Catfsbad lo expand the buikllng lo lnctude women and children. Curren•y. CCOSO is working to start a feaslbillty studylo look at the 0,1rrent strudures and how an expansion wll be possibht. Wllh a possible expansion at La Posada there will be more funding opportunilies avalable to support unhoused women and children.

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EXECUTIVE SUMMARY
In addition to your Community Development Block Grant funding application, please complete the following supplemental questionnaire.

THEME: A theme was not selected for this funding year. Preference will be given to the applications which specifically address the Consolidated Plan Priorities however applications for unrelated services are eligible for submission.

ORGANIZATION:

1. In 250 words or less, please describe how your organization will be using the requested funds.

Catholic Charities Diocese of San Diego (CCDSD) will use the requested funds in our CDBG Carlsbad application to offset La Posada staff salaries, supplies, utilities, and food purchased for the residents. The salaries for employees at La Posada are one of the most significant expenses; the staff consists of trauma-informed case managers who provide the best resources for the residents staying at La Posada. The shelter is open 24/7, with 50 beds for men experiencing homelessness and 50 beds for farmworkers, and it needs to be staffed around the clock to support the residents.

2. Attach an Excel budget showing the specific line-item breakdown on how you arrived at the funding request.

Please see the Attached Excel Budget.

3. Describe how your organization will be able to advance your program if you do not receive the entire funding request. What is your funding threshold before you can no longer provide the intended services or supplies you are seeking? CCDSD is working diligently to find new funding sources to support our homeless shelter programs. La Posada has been running in a deficit. Due to this deficit, the Finance Department has been working with the Director of Homeless Services and the manager to look at the budget line items and take a deeper look, analyzing the expenses and where the program can cut costs. The Board overseeing CCDSD has also monitored the homeless shelters and programs. Unfortunately, the only option to significantly change the budget is to reduce beds at La Posada. This is something that the organization takes very seriously. The need for shelters and services to help people experiencing March 14, 2024 Item #1 Page 21 of 58
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homelessness only increases every year. The cost of running the shelter also increases as utilities alone have significantly increased this year.

The mission of CCDSD is to shelter the homeless; therefore, as an organization, we are doing everything we can to increase funding and support for the shelter. We recently partnered with the City of Carlsbad to possibly expand the shelter and increase the physical size of La Posada to accommodate more shelter beds. This will allow us to increase the number of people experiencing homelessness we can help by providing shelter for women and children. The team at CCDSD is working on finding additional funding sources and has begun planning the expansion. With the expansion, the budget for La Posada will also increase, almost tripling to provide the best services and staff to run the program.

Currently, the per-bed cost at Catholic Charities is $72. The two primary funding sources for La Posada are currently CDBG grants and our partnership with Alliance for Reginal Solutions. The funding provided is $8.64 per bed. This drastic difference is one of the reasons La Posada is in a deficit situation.

Another unique partnership CCDSD is currently working with is Valdivia Farms. Valdivia Farms was founded in 2017 and is a farm of fruits and vegetables. Valdivia Farms partnered with CCDSD in 2022 to provide shelter for some farmworkers working at the farm. This partnership provides a small income for La Posada, helping offset the cost of shelter site. Valdivia Farms also provides economic
support to the City of Carlsbad, and we are excited to be working with an organization that supports the community.

Catholic Charities understands that the need to provide shelter and services to individuals experiencing homelessness is critical in San Diego. We will continue to provide the services we are capable of and work to expand these services to help more individuals. We are very proud that 40% of the men who come to La Posada leave our shelter for permanent housing. The hope is that our success rate will help attract other funding and support for the shelter.

4. Does your organization charge a fee for accessing your services or supplies? If so, please describe the rational for this fee.

Catholic Charities does not charge a fee for accessing our services.

5. Will the funding of this program with a CDBG grant allows you to receive a matching grant from another organization? If so, where would those funds come from, and how much would that grant be in dollars?

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The funding for La Posada from the CDBG grant possibly being used as a matching grant for another organization is something that our Philanthropy Department is looking into.

Currently, the focus is finding other public and private grants to support La Posada, and they do not need a match. The team is exhausting all avenues for financial support of La Posada and will continue to look for new opportunities.

6. If your funding is approved, how many Carlsbad residents will you be able to assist?

When funding is approved, Catholic Charities estimates that we will be able to help 90 Carlsbad residents experiencing homelessness.

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APPLICANT INFORMATION
Organization Name: Casa de Amparo Federal Unique Entity Identification Number
Address: 325 Buena Creek Rd.,ri Contact Phone:

Contact person/title: Heather Jenkins, Direci! Contact email:
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(760) 566-3582
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Organization Type: z Nonprofit □For-profit lJLocal public agencylJ State public agency )ther (Please specify)
Please describe the mission/purpose of organization:

Casa de Amparo's mission is to support those affected by and at risk of child abuse and neglect throuoh a ranoe of proorams and services that promote healino orowth and healthy relationships.

Please provide the organization date of incorporation and number of years providing proposed program/project?
1978, 45 years
Please describe the organization staff positions directly responsible for the proposed program and their qualifications and experience:

The Chief Executive Officer and the Maintenance Supervisor, who maintains Casa de Amparo's buildings and grounds, will lead the project. The Maintenance Supervisor has 3-5 years of facilities maintenance and aeneral reoairs exoerience and comoleted annrooriate backaround screeninas.

Please indicate your agency's level of experience with the CDBG program:

LJ No or little experience (up to 1 year of using CDBG funds) □ Some experience (2 to 3 years of using CDBG funds)
□ Moderate experience (4 to 5 years of using CDBG funds) 0 Considerable experience (more than 5 years of using CDBG funds)

PROJECT/PROGRAM INFOMATION
Please provide implementation schedule for proposed project or program, including important steps such as hiring staff, obtaining bids, acquiring property, etc. If project involves property acquisition or construction, include plans, scope of work, cost estimates, or other applicable documents in appendices.

To implement Casa de Amparo's San Marcos campus parking lot improvement project, including landscaping and asphalt replacement, we will obtain three project quotes by the end of June 2024.

Following receipt of all quotes, the CEO and Maintenance Supervisor will select the preferred vendor to complete the improvements. The project will then begin based on the availability of the selected vendor.

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Describe steps already completed or to be completed to initiate project. These may include community support, staffing, securing an appropriate location, marketing, and networking.

Following parking lot improvement plans at Casa de Amparo's Oceanside campus, the CEO and Maintenance Supervisor agreed upon the need for parking lot improvements at the San Marcos campus. Vendors are currently being identified to obtain project quotes from.

Describe the program's timeline with dates and times, including the earliest possible start dates, end dates, and milestones as applicable.

Following the receipt of three project quotes by the end of June 2024, the project may begin any month following based on vendor availability. We aim for the project to be completed by the end of Fall 2024.

Describe the work to be performed, including the activities to be undertaken or the services to be provided and the goals and objectives of the program/project:

The project will begin with a site assessment. In collaboration with the selected project vendor, we will ensure that all appropriate permits and compliance guidelines are obtained/followed.

Necessary demolition/excavation of currently problematic areas of the parking lot will occur.

Asphalt installation and landscapino will then beoin followed bv a final inspection at completion.

How accessible or convenient is the proposed program/project to Carlsbad residents? (Please be specific such as direct services to client's home, transportation provided to and from facility, or relation to public transportation.)
Because Casa de Amparo is a residential mental and behavioral health treatment center for youth who have experienced severe abuse and neglect, our facilities are not open to the general public.

Does your agency focus its activities on populations with special needs? If yes, please specify population (Homeless households, persons with disabilities, persons with substance abuse, veterans, farmworkers, seniors, children, etc.)
Casa de Amparo serves youth-young adults (ages 12-25) who are wards of Child Welfare Services or County Probation and removed from their homes due to child abuse and neglect.

Please describe how low-and-moderate income persons will benefit from the proposed program/project.

All Casa de Amparo beneficiaries, including those accessing the San Marcos parking lot, are classified as low-income persons by the County of San Diego.

What is the approximate percentage of your clients that have annual family incomes in each of the following ranges: (Percentages should add to 100%)
100 % of clients are at 30 percent or below of the area median income % of clients are between 31 and 50 percent of the area median income. % of clients are between 51 and 80 percent of the area median income % of clients are above 80 percent of the area median income Housing & Homeless Services
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Please indicate the number of clients benefiting from the proposed activity and the percentage that are Carlsbad residents.

Persons of which Q__% are Carlsbad residents
Does your organization charge recipients for the provided services? l{J No LJ Yes (Please specify)$
How does your organization provide language access to recipients with less than proficient English? 100% of current recipients are English-speaking or dual-language. We have 18 Spanish-speaking staff and two Vietnamese-speaking staff. All program materials can be translated to Spanish if needed bv a resident.

How will recipients' information be collected and documented? Casa de Amparo collects and documents recipients' information using San Diego County's Social Solutions' Efforts to Outcomes (ETO) database, as well as a customized and confidential internal database. The ETO svstem tracks demoaraohic and oroaram oroaress information for recioients.

How will the outcomes be measured, collected, and documented? Casa de Amparo monitors program recipients' progress using the California Child and Adolescent Needs and Strengths (CANS) assessment and multi-disciplinary tool, which monitors outcomes of services and measures a child's needs, strengths, behavioral/emotional development, decision-makinQ, life functioninQ, risk behaviors, and support system resources.

Describe collaboration with other agencies, such as the County Continuum of Care and other non-profit organizations and/or agencies to form a cohesive approach in serving the low income and most vulnerable populations.

Casa de Amparo works most closely with San Diego County Child Welfare Services and has established over 35 partnerships with local community organizations that work in concert to support program recipients with coordinated and unduplicated services. Recipients access both on-campus and external community resources multiple times per week.

FINANCIAL INFORMATION
I CDBG Grant Request: I $100,000.00 Total Project/Program Cost: I $ Did you receive any of the following sources of funding from the City of Carlsbad within the last two fiscal years (2022-2023 and 2023-2024) for the proposed program/project?_ CDBG LiJ Yes No
Community Activity Funding
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Yes □ No
General Funds Yes □ No
Other (specify): Yes n No
If you have received federal funds, including CDBG funds, in previous years, have program violation findings ever been made against your agency/organization? If yes, please explain nature of finding(s) and how finding(s) has been addressed by your organization.

Program violation findings have not been made against Casa de Amparo for CDBG funds in previous vears.

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Did you receive any federal funds, including CDBG funding from other cities? If so, please describe source, year(s), and amounts.

Source Amount
- City of San Marcos $18,306.24 (2023)
- County of San Diego $100,000.00 (2023)
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PROPOSED BUDGET
Category /Item CDBG Request Other Sources Total
Wages/Salaries $ $ $
Personnel Benefits $ $ $
Materials and Supplies $ $ $
Rent and Utilities $ $ $
Direct Program Expenses $100,000.00 $ $100,000.00
Mileage $ $ $
Other: $ $ $
TOTAL $100,000.00 $ $100,000.00
Please further describe "Other Sources" from previous table.

Category /Item Other Sources Describe source and whether funding is secured or anticipated
Wages/Salaries $
Personnel Benefits $
Materials and Supplies $
Rent and Utilities $
Direct Program Expenses $
Mileage $
Other: $
TOTAL $
If your project or program requires ongoing funding, please describe how the program or project will continue to be funded.

Casa de Amparo's San Marcos campus parking lot improvement project will not require ongoing fundina.

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CERTIFICATION
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I, the undersigned, do hereby attest that the above information is true and correct to the best of my knowledge.

Chief Executive Officer 1/12/2024
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NOTE: Applications must include a resolution from your organization's Board of Directors authorizing the person(s) signing above to submit funding applications and to enter into funding agreements if selected.

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Housing & Homeless Services
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Casa de Amparo

EXECUTIVE SUMMARY
Founded in 1978 by a local San Diego County group of women concerned about domestic violence and the welfare of children, Casa de Amparo envisions a community where child abuse and neglect are not tolerated, and where child abuse awareness and prevention are priorities. As a major force in the field of child abuse prevention, we partner with the greater San Diego community and beyond to ensure that children and their families receive unique and innovative services for healing, for stopping child mistreatment of any kind, and for ending generational cycles of abuse.

With the mission to support those affected by and at risk of child abuse and neglect through a range of programs and services that promote healing, growth, and healthy relationships, Casa de Amparo delivers services via two primary programs: Residential Services and New Directions, as well as provides supplementary therapeutic programming and activities for all youth served.

As a California Community Care Licensed Short-Term Residential Therapeutic Program (STRTP), our Residential Services program provides trauma-informed, intensive residential care to youth dependents of Child Welfare Services and wards from county probation. The program serves youth and adolescents ages 12-18 from various ethnic backgrounds, as well as homeless and LGBTQIA youth and youth with disabilities, who have been impacted by Adverse Childhood Experiences (ACES) and trauma, including severe neglect, domestic violence, gang activity, substance abuse, and/or exposure to violence in the community. Additionally, we serve girls with special health care needs, who are pregnant and/or parenting, and/or involved in or at risk of involvement in commercial sexual exploitation (CSE). This component of the program provides the girls with a designated space to experience pregnancy and motherhood in home-like cottages separate from our other on-site residential cottages. We provide 24-hour supervised care for all residents, including medical treatment, meals, transportation, recreation, counseling, life skills (including money management) and social skills development, education coordination, and case management.

Our New Directions transitional housing program serves adolescents and young adults ages 18- 25 who are transitioning from the foster care system, including those who are pregnant and/or parenting, and equips them with the necessary skills and resources to successfully transition to independent living. Supports include intensive case management; stable housing with subsidized rent (off-site from Casa de Amparo's campus); furnishings and basic necessities; support for overall medical and mental health; employment, education, and career planning; money management; life skills training; relationship mediation; monthly gift cards for groceries and transportation; emancipation funds available upon high school graduation; optional matched personal savings program; and parenting skill-building for residents with children.

Casa de Amparo I FY 2024/2025 CDBG Application for City of Carlsbad 1 Attachment 2
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KEY STAFF
Mike Barnett, BA, Chief Executive Officer has been in office since March 2022. He has over 30 years of professional experience in the public and private sectors. Barnett was commissioned as a San Diego County deputy sheriff in 1992 and rose through the ranks, leading teams of all sizes across multiple disciplines. In 2017 he was appointed as the Sheriffs chief deputy and second-in­ command. As the Undersheriffhe commanded the 4,500-employee organization with a budget of just under $1 billion. He oversaw the medical and mental health care needs of thousands of people in county institutions and was responsible for providing the full scope of police services to almost one million people in San Diego County. He was also responsible for providing regional support including jail and courts systems, a nationally accredited crime laboratory, along with aviation, and emergency services to the San Diego region. He is passionate about our mission and previously served on the board of Casa de Amparo. Mike is a graduate of San Diego State University.

Gerardo Gonzales holds Casa de Amparo's Maintenance Supervisor position and is responsible for the comprehensive oversight of the maintenance department, leading a team and managing various tasks to ensure the organization's facilities and equipment are well-maintained. This includes directing and evaluating maintenance staff, overseeing project management and delegation of assignments, monitoring vendors' compliance with agency policies, serving as the agency Safety Officer, and ensuring adherence to regulations and standards. Gonzales also coordinates emergency response efforts, manages maintenance project budget and expenditures, schedules and executes maintenance tasks, collaborates with various departments for special events, and ensures the completion of checklists for facilities, equipment, kitchen, vehicles, and preventive maintenance. Additionally, Gonzales oversees grounds maintenance, monitors water systems, coordinates resident apartment repairs, and ensures compliance with local agreements and regulations. Regular participation in meetings and collaboration with volunteers are also part of Gonzales' role.

BUDGET & TIMELINE
Casa de Amparo respectfully requests $100,000.00 to improve the parking lot at our San Marcos, CA campus. The project will include asphalt replacement and landscaping in the parking lot. This capital investment will enable our program participants and staff to use the parking lot more safely, and it will offer the campus a more welcoming aesthetic upon participants' arrival. Following the receipt of three project quotes from local vendors by the end of June 2024, Casa de Amparo will select one vendor to begin and complete the project. The estimated cost of the project will include initial site assessment and planning, preparing the parking lot for the necessary improvements, replacement of the entire parking lot's asphalt, and landscaping in and around the area. We aim to have the project completed by the end of Fall 2024. Once complete, and with proper care and maintenance, the new parking lot is expected to last at least 25-30 years.

Casa de Amparo I FY 2024/2025 CDBG Application for City of Carlsbad 2 Attachment 2
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APPLICANT INFORMATION
Organization Name: Federal Unique Entity
Identification Number
Address: Contact Phone:

Contact person/title: Contact email:

Organization Type: Nonprofit For-profit Local public agency State public agency Other (Please specify)
Please describe the mission/purpose of organization:

Please provide the organization date of incorporation and number of years providing proposed program/project?
Please describe the organization staff positions directly responsible for the proposed program and their qualifications and experience:

Please indicate your agency's level of experience with the CDBG program:

No or little experience (up to 1 year of using CDBG funds) Some experience (2 to 3 years of using CDBG funds)
Moderate experience (4 to 5 years of using CDBG funds)
Considerable experience (more than 5 years of using CDBG funds)

PROJECT/PROGRAM INFOMATION
Please provide implementation schedule for proposed project or program, including important steps such as hiring staff, obtaining bids, acquiring property, etc. If project involves property acquisition or construction, include plans, scope of work, cost estimates, or other applicable documents in appendices.

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DocuSign Envelope ID: 5702D01F-CC83-4CBA-8DE8-A17622028B8C Community Resource Center (CRC) MNJKA8UN9JG3
650 2nd Street, Encinitas, CA 92024 760-230-6318
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Community Resource Center's mission is to help our neighbors create paths to healthy food, stable homes and safe relationships .

CRC was incorporated on 11/26/79 and is now in its 45th year of operation.

Rebecca Nussbaum , Chief Program Officer, will have program oversight responsibility. She joined Communi ty Resource Center in 2006. Rebecca holds a regional leadership position with the San Diego Domestic Violence Council, serving on the Executive Team. She is also active at the state level, serving on the Board of Directors for the California Partnership to End Domestic Violence. Rebecca holds a Bachelor of Arts in psychology from the University of California, San Diego and a Master of Ms in nonprofit leadership and management from the University of San Diego.

Corrie McCoy, Chief Operating Officer, joined CRC in May 2021. She has a Bachelor of Science , Bachelor of Arts and Master in Business Administration in accounting with more than 25 years of accounting and finance experience in for-profit and nonprofit organizations , and 14 years of fund accounting in the U.S. military. She also has an expertise in process improvement and qualitative research and analysis .

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CRC has fully implemented, ongoing homelessness prevention programs in Carlsbad including City of Carlsbad Rapid Rehousing, 2023-24 CDBG grant, and an employment and benefits specialist. This 2024-25 program will be fully operational upon award and continue throughout the grant term.

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Describe steps already completed or to be completed to initiate project. These may include community support, staffing, securing an appropriate location, marketing, and networking.

Describe the program’s timeline with dates and times, including the earliest possible start dates, end dates, and milestones as applicable.

Describe the work to be performed, including the activities to be undertaken or the services to be provided and the goals and objectives of the program/project:

How accessible or convenient is the proposed program/project to Carlsbad residents? (Please be specific such as direct services to client’s home, transportation provided to and from facility, or relation to public transportation.)
Does your agency focus its activities on populations with special needs? If yes, please specify population (Homeless households, persons with disabilities, persons with substance abuse, veterans, farmworkers, seniors, children, etc.)
Please describe how low-and-moderate income persons will benefit from the proposed program/project.

What is the approximate percentage of your clients that have annual family incomes in each of the following ranges: (Percentages should add to 100%)
% of clients are at 30 percent or below of the area median income _ % of clients are between 31 and 50 percent of the area median income. % of clients are between 51 and 80 percent of the area median income % of clients are above 80 percent of the area median income March 14, 2024 Item #1 Page 32 of 58
DocuSign Envelope ID: 5702D01F-CC83-4CBA-8DE8-A17622028B8C CRC has completed everything necessary to initiate the project because the 2024-25 project will be a continuation of the successful, 2023-24 COBG program which served 9 households:
• CRC has an office in Carlsbad with resident staff providing case management services to Carlsbad residents • CRC partners with affordable housing complexes in Carlsbad including La Costa Paloma, Cassia Heights , Hunter 's Point , Glen Ridge, Laurel Tree , and Mariposa Apartments, providing outreach to low-income househok:ls and receiving referrals from apartment managers for households that are struggling to pay rent • CRC provides economically vulnerable low-income households with food programs, financial literacy and employment assistance, intensive case management, and other social services that help families remain stably housed • CRC has an ongoing Rapid Rehousing program with the City of Car1sbad • CRC has a resale store in Carlsbad available to Car1sbad residents. Participants receive household essentials and quality clothing. The community at large contributes to the efforts to support Carlsbad residents Project term will be 7/1/24 through 6/30/25.

In full alignment with the City's updated Homeless Action Plan priority to develop and maintain the city's capacity to prevent and reduce homelessness, CRC will serve 25 economically vulnerable households in Carlsbad, including domestic violence (DV) survivors and their children, who are at imminent risk of experiencing homelessness - in danger of losing their primary nighttime residence and lacking the resources or support networks needed to stabilize their housing, prioritizing seniors, veterans, and families based on each household's need. Available assistance includes assessment to determine utility of diversion as an initial strategy, rental arrears, late fees, landlord mediation/advocacy , one-time rental assistance, security deposits, utility deposij or arrears, bridge housing motel vouchers (to bridge gap between housing to housing), employment assistance (transportation), or assistance with other costs related to household's ability to prevent homelessness .

Carlsbad residents have remote access through CRC's online client assistance portal or via telephonic or in person appointments with case managers at CRC's office in Carlsbad. The office is accessible by bus or other public transportation . CRC also offers mobile case management in which case managers travel to the client's location.

The special needs populations that CRC serves are individuals and families experiencing homelessness or at risk of imminent homelessness, including those escaping domestic violence. • CRC provides ongoing food distribution and optional case management to seniors in the community. The majority of participants have at least one trauma-induced barrier to self- sufficiency and wellness sueh as substance abuse or mental health issues. • Case Managers work. with clients to address identified barriers. • Staff regularly receive training on how to provide culturally competent services for the underserved populations CRC serves. • Services are available in Spanish, to better serve the Hispanio'Latino population, which comprises approximately 39% of CRC's clients.

Low- and moderate-income residents of Carlsbad will benefit from CRC's proposed Homeless Prevention program by helping them overcome personal, economic, health and social justice barriers that threaten their ability to maintain their hOusing and avoid experiencing homelessness. The median price to rent a home greaUy exceeds median family income and disproportionately impacts women and people of color. The barrier is greater for those experiencing homelessness or at imminent risk of homelessness. Approximately 13.3% of the county's 3.3 million population have incomes below poverty level and spend nearly 70% of their income on rent. (2-1-1 San Diego 211SD).

The project will benefit and serve low-income, economically insecure Carlsbad residents who are at risk of experiencing homelessness, including survivors of domestic violence (DV). CRC's services directly focus on the City's Consolidated Plan priority to prevent and reduce homelessness by providing homeless prevention services to Carlsbad individuals and families who are on the verge of experiencing homelessness. These prevention activities will include client financial assistance, case management or counseling efforts that will result in Carlsbad residents obtaining or maintaining permanent housing. 100
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Please indicate the number of clients benefiting from the proposed activity and the percentage that are Carlsbad residents.

Persons of which % are Carlsbad residents
Does your organization charge recipients for the provided services? No Yes (Please specify) $_______
How does your organization provide language access to recipients with less than proficient English? How will recipients’ information be collected and documented? How will the outcomes be measured, collected, and documented? Describe collaboration with other agencies, such as the County Continuum of Care and other non-profit organizations and/or agencies to form a cohesive approach in serving the low income and most vulnerable populations.

FINANCIAL INFORMATION
CDBG Grant Request: $ Total Project/Program Cost: $

Did you receive any of the following sources of funding from the City of Carlsba d within the last two fiscal years (2022-2023 and 2023-2024) for the proposed program/project? CDBG
Community Activity Funding
General Funds
Other (specify):

Yes No
Yes No
Yes No
Yes No
If you have received federal funds, including CDBG funds, in previous years, have program violation findings ever been made against your agency/organization? If yes, please explain nature of finding(s) and how finding(s) has been addressed by your organization.

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Services including homelessness prevention , social services and the Food & Nutrition Center are offered in English and Spanish to better serve the Hispanic/Latino population which comprises approximately 39% of the client population. If services are needed in additional languages, staff have access to translation assistance through AT&T USA Direct In-Language Service, Google Translate, 711-TTY for participants who are hearing impaired (although we have a staff member that speaks American Sign Language), and License to Freedom, a San Diego County non-profit organization that serves immigrant DV survivors and offers translation assistance in numerous languages. CRC provides timely, meaningful access to all agency programs and activities for Limited English Proficient (LEP) persons.

CRC collects and documents beneficiary information using an intake form and documents provided by the client in person or by using CRC's secure online client portal.

The metrics and measurements for Homeless Prevention services are:
• 100% of individuals who receive prevention assistance will be offered access to CRC's case management services, financial independence counseling or housing search assistance. • 85% of all housing participants retain or exit to pennanent housing at case closure. • 80% of the total number of households who participate in integrative case management services will work with a case manager to develop a personalized self-sufficiency plan focused on eliminating barriers to self-sufficiency.

CRC uses the software Efforts to Outcomes (ETO) to track individual and programmatic progress. CRC developed key perfonnance indicators (KPI) for the organization and each program including Social Services Homeless Prevention. CRC's Data Specialist collaborates with program staff to develop program perfonnance metrics, trains staff how to collect data, and provides analysis for reporting and evaluation.

CRC works closely with Carlsbad's faith-based community through the Interfaith Shelter Network for which Pilgrim Church and Christ Presbyterian in La Costa serve as winter shelters . As noted earlier, CRC partners with affordable housing complexes in Carlsbad including La Costa Paloma, Cassia Heights, Hunter's Point, Glen Ridge, Laurel Tree and Mariposa Apartments, providing outreach to low-income households and receiving referrals from apartment managers for households that are struggling to pay rent. CRC also works collaboratively with La Posada, Interfaith Community Services and the City of Carlsbad . 77,732 1,183,783
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Did you receive any federal funds, including CDBG funding from other cities? If so, please describe source, year(s), and amounts.

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PROPOSED BUDGET
Category/Item CDBG Request Other Sources Total
Wages/Salaries $ $ $
Personnel Benefits $ $ $
Materials and Supplies $ $ $
Rent and Utilities $ $ $
Direct Program Expenses $ $ $
Mileage $ $ $
Other: ______________________ $ $ $
TOTAL $ $ $
Please further describe “Other Sources” from previous table.

Category/Item Other Sources Describe source and whether funding is secured or anticipated
Wages/Salaries $
Personnel Benefits $
Materials and Supplies $
Rent and Utilities $
Direct Program Expenses $
Mileage $
Other: ____________________ $
TOTAL $

If your project or program requires ongoing funding, please describe how the program or project will continue to be funded.

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DocuSign Envelope ID: 5702D01F-CC83-4CBA-8DE8-A17622028B8C City of Encinitas 30,000
13,650 496,102 509,752
4,505 122,764 127,269
53,085 382,115 435,200
Indirect costs 6,492 105,070 111,562
77,732 1,106,051 1,183,783
496,102 Wages, personnel benefits, direct program expenses, and indirect 122,764 will be drawn from: HUD CoC Rapid Rehousing - $248,204 (secured), Carlsbad Rapid Rehousing - $794,839 (secured)
Carsbad Encapment Resolution Funds - $147,248 - (secured) 382,115 Carlsbad Employment and Benefits Specialist-$140,000 (anticipated) Encinitas Opening Doors - $138,700 (anticipated)
indirect costs 105,070
1,106,051
CRC is funded by a diverse range of government and private grants, business and community donations, fundraising event revenue, in-kind services and food donations, and revenue from CRC Resale stores. CRC is the coastal North County leader in providing high impact stabilization services that assist families facing homelessness because of job loss or inadequate income in keeping permanent housing. These positive outcomes have resulted in long-term funding by both government and private grantors.

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CERTIFICATION
I, the undersigned, do hereby attest that the above information is true and correct to the best of my knowledge.
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Signature Title Date

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Signature Title Date

NOTE: Applications must include a resolution from your organization’s Board of Directors authorizing the person(s) signing above to submit funding applications and to enter into funding agreements if selected.

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2024 Carlsbad CDBG Executive Summary
Community Resource Center (CRC) will provide Homeless Prevention services and supportive social services for individuals residing in Carlsbad, including domestic violence (DV) survivors and their children and victims of crime or abuse. Homeless Prevention assistance is for Carlsbad households at imminent risk of homelessness - in danger of losing their primary nighttime residence and lacking the resources or support networks needed to stabilize their housing, prioritizing seniors, veterans, and families, based on each household’s need. Available assistance includes assessment to determine utility of Diversion as an initial strategy, rental or utility arrears, late fees, landlord mediation/advocacy, one- time rental assistance, security or utility deposits, bridge housing motel vouchers (to bridge gap between housing to housing), employment assistance (transportation), or assistance with other costs related to household’s ability to prevent homelessness. CRC does not charge fees to participants for any of the services described.

CRC will assist 25 Carlsbad residents with Homeless Prevention services and supportive social services. CRC estimates the annual program cost for direct assistance per client is in the range of $1,000 to $3,000, depending on client need. This year, the City provided substantial funds for homeless intervention (Carlsbad Rapid Rehousing) together with CDBG funds for homeless prevention. This request will fill a funding gap for homeless prevention assistance and is fully aligned with the City’s Homeless Action Plan strategic priority to develop and maintain the City’s capacity to prevent and reduce homelessness and its impacts on the community (emphasis added).

Please see the attached Homeless Prevention Project Budget – Program Budget HP nC Carlsbad CDBG 24.pdf. CRC will use CDBG funds provided by the City of Carlsbad to supplement or expand services. CRC does not have other funds for the proposed services but can scale the number of Carlsbad residents served to the amount awarded. CRC will continue to expand its presence in Carlsbad and continue its other activities for Carlsbad residents.

CRC has not identified any matching funding. If Carlsbad CDBG funds are granted, CRC may be able to identify the granted funds as a match for other grants where applicable, increasing the leverage and value of each grant.

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COMMUNITY RESOURCE CENTER
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TOTAL AWARD: 77,732 $
Year 1 Tota l
Salaries 13,650 $ 13,650$
Benefits 4,505 $ 4,505$
Occupancy $ $
Travel $ $
Supplies $ $
Communications & Technology $ $
Client Assistance 53,085 $ 53,085$
Total Direct Costs 71,240 $ 71,240$
Indirect Costs 6,492 $ 6,492$
Total Program Costs 77,732 $ 77,732$

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APPLICANT INFORMATION
Organization Name:

Interfaith Community Services , Inc.

Federal Unique Entity
Identification Number
Address: 550 Wes1 Washington Avenue, Escondido CA 92025 Contact Phone:

Contact person/title: Vannessa Marshall, Dir of Coastal Services Contact email:
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Please describe the mission/purpose of organization:

Interfaith Community Services (Interfaith) empowers people in need to stabilize and improve their lives through comprehensive programs, in partnership with diverse faith communities and people of compassion .

Please provide the organization date of incorporation and number of years providing proposed program/project?
Interfaith was founded in 1979 as a result of a collaboration of diverse faith communities. Interfaith became incorporated as a 501 (c)3 in August 1982 . Interfaith has operated a Carlsbad Service Center (previously Carlsbad Hiring Hall) since 2014.

Please describe the organization staff positions directly responsible for the proposed program and their qualifications and experience:

The program will be overseen by Vannessa Marshall, Director of Coastal Services. Marshall has worked at the Carlsbad Service Center (CSC) since 2015 and is pursuing a Masters in Nonprofit Management ad Leadership from the University of San Diego. Day-to-day operations will be managed by Holly Herring, Program Manager. Herring joined Interfaith in August 2023 and has specialized in Behavioral Health services in homeless outreach in the local region. Direct client services will be provided by Case Managers Lindsey Cordada and Aileen Sanchez, supported by an Intake Specialist. Cordada joined Interfaith in 2022 after previously working for a homeless shelter in the area and is pursuing a Masters degree in Social Work. Sanchez joined Interfaith in November 2023 and brings four years of experience in case management. Both are both bilingual {English/Spanish). The Intake Specialist position is open and will be filled before the contract period.

Please indicate your agency's level of experience with the CDBG program:

LJ No or little experience (up to 1 year of using CDBG funds) □ Some experience (2 to 3 years of using CDBG funds)
□ Moderate experience (4 to 5 years of using CDBG funds) ~ Considerable experience (more than 5 years of using CDBG funds)

PROJECT /PROGRAM INFOMATION
Please provide implementation schedule for proposed project or program, including important steps such as hiring staff, obtaining bids, acquiring property, etc. If project involves property acquisition or construction, include plans, scope of work, cost estimates, or other applicable documents in appendices.

Interfaith proposes to provide housing and social services at its Carlsbad Service Center to address Priority 2 (Prevent and Reduce Homelessness) and Priority 3 (Strengthen support services for lower income residents and residents with special needs} of the City's consolidated plan, as follows:
- Interfaith will prevent and reduce homelessness in Carlsbad by providing rental assistance and security deposit assistance in emergency situations to low-income households at risk of homelessness. Case managers determine eligibility and engage clients in service plan aimed at achieving lasting solutions. lnterfaith's approach emphasizes homelessness prevention first and foremost, helping people stay housed and remain out of the homelessness response system whenever possible. Staff also enter homeless residents into the Coordinated Entry System to link them with the appropriate housing resources. - Interfaith will strengthen support for low-income residents through supportive services and use of flexible funding to include emergency food supplies, transportation assistance in the form of bus passes and gas vouchers, prescription assistance, affordable health care referrals, childcare and clothing assistance, financial assistance to receive California ID cards and birth certificates, tax preparation, legal assistance, as well as CalFresh and Medi-Cal application assistance.

In addition, Interfaith will offer employment assistance and support clients with employment-related training, certifications, and supplies.

Services will initiate within 15 days of contract approval and continue throughout the CDBG grant period. All staffing, facilities, and policies are in place.

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Describe steps already completed or to be completed to initiate project. These may include community support, staffing, securing an appropriate location, marketing, and networking.

Interfaith is fully prepared to initiate the proposed CDBG project immediately upon contract execution with the City of Carlsbad. The staffing , facility space, and program policies and procedu res are in place at lnterfaith's Carlsbad Service Center to implement all project activities .

Interfaith has a strong history of working with the Carlsbad community, is an active member of regional networks including the Regional Task Force on Homelessness and Alliance for Regional Solutions, and partners w ith a wide array of internal and external resources including the County of San Diego, health centers, emergency shelters, employers, job training programs, veterans programs, and other nonprofits .

Describe the program's timeline with dates and times, including the earliest possible start dates, end dates, and milestones as applicable.

Contract Initiation: May 2024 (City Council approval of allocations); Internal grant kick-off meeting held within 7 days of contract initiation.

Contract Services Initiated: Within 15 days of contract initiation.

Marketing and Networking: Within 30 days of contract initiation and ongoing. Update services availability via communications platforms; distribute referral information to stakeholders.

Performance Reporting: Prepare and submit reports, as required. Monitor progress towards stated performance goals. Project team to adjust, as needed.

Contract End Date: 12 months following contract initiation.

Describe the work to be performed, including the activities to be undertaken or the services to be provided and the goals and objectives of the program/project:

The proposed project will support 200 unduplicated Carlsbad homeless and low-income individuals by providing them access to essential services including:
homelessness prevention and housing stabilization, emergency food, supportive services, clinical and behavioral health referrals, and employmenUeducation assistance.

Over a 12-month grant period, funding from the Carlsbad CDBG will provide:
• Rental assistance and emergency housing case management to prevent or rapidly reverse homelessness to 20 Carlsbad households; • Employment and education assistance aimed at increasing income and self-sufficiency for at least 20 individuals; and • Basic needs (e.g. emergency food and hygiene kits) to at least 200 Carlsbad individuals and their families.

How accessible or convenient is the proposed program/project to Carlsbad residents? (Please be specific such as direct services to client's home, transportation provided to and from facility, or relation to public transportation.)
Carlsbad residents will have convenient access to the program through lnterfaith 's CSC, located at 5731 Palmer Way. Free parking is available on site and the service center is located on the El Camino Real thoroughfare , easily accessible by public transportation (Breeze Route 309). Whenever needed, Interfaith will provide Carlsbad residents with additional transportation resources, including bus passes , to ensure maximum accessibility when receiving services.

Does your agency focus its activities on populations with special needs? If yes, please specify population (Homeless households, persons with disabilities, persons with substance abuse, veterans, farmworkers, seniors, children, etc.)
Interfaith serves a variety of populations with special needs, includ ing homeless families and individuals , low-wage earners, day laborers and farm workers, seniors , at-risk youth, justice -involved individuals, veterans , as well as-individuals with mental health needs and substance use disorder issues .

Please describe how low-and-moderate income persons will benefit from the proposed program/project.

Low- and moderate-income Carlsbad residents. as well as those experiencing homelessness. will benefit from the range of supportive programs at the Carlsbad Service Center including homelessness prevention, housing stabilization, basic needs, and employment assistance services. The goal is to assist them in increasing or stabilizing their income, obtaining or retaining safe housing, accessing other benefits and resources, and address other challenges they may be facing.

What is the approximate percentage of your clients that have annual family incomes in each of the following ranges: (Percentages should add to 100%)
21 % of clients are at 30 percent or below of the area median income 71 % of clients are between 31 and 50 percent of the area median income. 7 % of clients are between 51 and 80 percent of the area median income 1 % of clients are above 80 percent of the area median income Housing & Homeless Services
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Please indicate the number of clients benefiting from the proposed activity and the percentage that are Carlsbad residents.

Persons of which ~% are Carlsbad residents
Does your organization charge recipients for the provided services? ~ No LJ Yes (Please specify) $
How does your organization provide language access to recipients with less than proficient English? Carlsbad Service Center staff include culturally diverse and bilingual (English/Spanish) case managers, ensuring that Carlsbad residents with limited English proficiency can fully access services.

How will recipients' information be collected and documented? Client information is recorded in lnterfaith's agency-wide client services database Efforts to Outcomes (ETO), and San Diego's Homeless Management Information System (HMIS}, when necessary. The following forms are utilized by Interfaith and will be provided if requested:

Client Demographic Form, Proof of Income Form, Consent for Services Form, and Rental/Flex Fund Assistance Screening Tool.

How will the outcomes be measured, collected, and documented? Interfaith case managers complete a Needs Assessment with each household during the intake process. The following forms are utilized by Interfaith and will be provided if requested : Client Demographic Form, Proof of Income Form, Consent for Services Form, and Rental/Flex Fund Assistance Screening Tool. Through this process, information is collected including all general demographic information such as race.gender, income , source of income, education level, and housing status. In addition, forms documenting proof of income are retained, such as records of employment, unemployment , and other benefits or support providing income. Client data is recorded in lnterfaith's client services database Efforts to Outcomes (ETO), and San Diego's Homeless Management Information System (HMIS), when necessary. Both systems generate detailed reports that are used to document service impacts and measure progress towards outcomes .

Describe collaboration with other agencies, such as the County Continuum of Care and other non-profit organizations and/or agencies to form a cohesive approach in serving the low income and most vulnerable populations.

Interfaith has been an integral member organization of the San Diego Continuum of Care (CoC) since its inception and served as lead service agency for the Coordinated Entry System (CES) expansion from the City of San Diego to North San Diego County. Interfaith works in collaboration with the Regional Taskforce on Homelessness, City of Carlsbad Homeless Outreach Team, County of San Diego Homeless Outreach Teams, 2-1-1 San Diego, Alliance for Regional Solutions, La Posada, and other nonprofit organizations.

FINANCIAL INFORMATION
CDBG Grant Request: $72,654.00 Total Project/Program Cost: $ 691,548.00 Did you receive any of the following sources of funding from the City of Carlsbad within the last two fiscal years {2022-2023 and 2023-2024) for the proposed program/project? CDBG ~ Yes No
Community Activity Funding
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General Funds Yes □ No
Other: Edible Food Recovery rv1 Yes n No
If you have received federal funds, including CDBG funds, in previous years, have program violation findings ever been made against your agency/organization? If yes, please explain nature of finding(s) and how finding(s) has been addressed by your organization.

N/A - no program violations.

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Did you receive any federal funds, including CDBG funding from other cities? If so, please describe source, year(s}, and amounts.

Source Amount
- County of San Diego CDBG, FY22-23, FV23-24 $ 100,000 (FV23-24), $75,000 (FY22-23) - City of Vista, Nonprofit Covid Relief $ 25,000 (FY22-23) - Alliance for Regional Solutions (multiple N. County cities) $147,611 (FY22-23)

PROPOSED BUDGET
Category /Item CDBG Request Other Sources Total
Wages/Salaries $17,444.00 $353,156.00 $ 370,600.00
Personnel Benefits $6,105.00 $ 123,605.00 $129,710.00
Materials and Supplies $2,300.00 $10,580.00 $12,880.00
Rent, Utilities, Occupancy Expenses $6,600.00 $32,952.00 $39,552.00 • rental assistance,
Direct Prog. Expenses: fl ov h,n,l , $33,000.00 $27,000.00 $60,000.00 Mileage and Transportation $ 100.00 $6,400.00 $6,500.00 Other: Insurance, Training, 10% Admin $7,105.00 $65,201.00 $72,306.00 TOTAL $72,654.00 $ 618,894.00 $ 691,548.00
Please further describe "Other Sources" from previous table.

Category /Item Other Sources Describe source and whether funding is secured or anticipated
Wages/Salaries $ 353,156.00 City of Carlsbad (Hiring Hall), Private Grants & Contributions (Anticipated) Personnel Benefits $ 123,605.00 City of Carlsbad (Hiring Hall), Private Grants & Contributions (Anticipated) Materials and Supplies $10,580.00 City of Carlsbad (Hiring Hall), Private Grants & Contributions (Anticipated) Rent and Utilities $32,952.00 City of Carlsbad (Hiring Hall), Private Grants & Contributions (Anticipated) Direct Program Expenses $27,000.00 City of Carlsbad (Hiring Hall), Private Grants & Contributions (Anticipated) Mileage $6,400.00 City of Carlsbad (Hiring Hall), Private Grants & Contributions (Anticipated) Other: lnsurance,Training, Admin $65,201.00 City of Carlsbad (Hiring Hall), Private Grants & Contributions (Anticipated) TOTAL · . $ 618,894.00 . . .

If your project or program requires ongoing funding, please describe how the program or project will continue to be funded.

The project will continue to be funded through a combination of public contracts, foundation grants, and private contributions .

Interfaith has a strong track record of securing funding, leveraging other funds, and sustaining ongoing programs .

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I, the undersigned, do hereby attest that the above information is true and correct to the best of my knowledge .
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ATTACHMENT A

City of Carlsbad CDBG FY2024-2025
Executive Summary

Project Overview:

Interfaith Community Services (Interfaith) respectfully requests $72,654 to provide critical community services at its Carlsbad Service Center to address priorities identified by the City of Carlsbad to benefit low-and moderate-income persons. Services will include homelessness prevention and housing stabilization, basic needs assistance, supportive services, and employment development. Together, these services will impact the lives of more than 200 Carlsbad individuals and support them in a time of crisis.

Carlsbad residents will have convenient access to services located at 5731 Palmer Way. Free parking is available on site and the service center is located on the El Camino Real thoroughfare, accessible by public transportation (Breeze Route 309). The center is staffed by bilingual Case Managers, with services available by appointment and provided free of charge.

Over a 12-month grant period, funding from the Carlsbad CDBG program will provide:

Rental assistance and emergency housing case management to prevent or rapidly reverse homelessness to 20 Carlsbad households;
education requirements to at least 20 individuals.

Basic needs (e.g., emergency food and hygiene kits) to at least 200 unduplicated Carlsbad individuals and their families;

Key Project Staff:

Vannessa Marshall, Coastal Services Director, brings over 10 years of experience in the nonprofit field.

Marshall joined Interfaith in 2015 as the TYA Program Manager, extended her portfolio to include the Carlsbad Service Center, and was promoted to Director of Coastal Services in 2023. In this capacity,

and youth development programs. Marshall earned her B.A. in Liberal Studies from CSU-San Marcos and is currently pursuing a Masters degree in Nonprofit Management and Leadership at USD.

Holly Herring, Program Manager of the Carlsbad Service Center, joined Interfaith in August 2023 and has specialized in Behavioral Health services in Homeless Outreach in the local region since 2019.

Lindsey Cordada, Case Manager, joined the team at the Carlsbad Service Center just over a year ago and previously worked at a homeless shelter in the area. She is currently pursuing a Masters in Social Work.

Cordada is bilingual and fluent in Spanish.

Aileen Sanchez, Case Manager, joined Interfaith in November 2023. She brings over 4 years of prior case management experience in the local area. Sanchez is bilingual and fluent in Spanish.

In addition to these project-specific personnel, Filipa Rios, Chief Program Officer, and Lauren Varner, Director of Grants and Compliance will provide senior leadership support to assure program success. These positions will ensure personnel, material, data collection and evaluation, and other support for the operation of the service center.

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Budget:

Interfaith is requesting $72,654 in CDBG funding. This is 11% of total annual project costs of $491,548.

CDBG funds will support rental assistance and emergency financial assistance for low-income Carlsbad residents at risk of homelessness, occupancy expenses, and a portion of key staff positions which facilitate client services and program supervision of the Carlsbad Service Center.

Budget Summary
Salaries: .05 Program Manager; two (2) .1 FTE Case Managers, and .15 FTE Intake Specialist
$17,444
Personnel Benefits: calculated at 35% $6,105
Materials and Supplies $2,600
Rent, Utilities & Occupancy $5,500
Program expenses: calculation includes 15 households x avg of $2,000 rental assistance and 20 individuals x $150 flexible funds.
$33,000
Mileage and Transportation $100
Other: Insurance, staff training, copier, 10% Admin $7,105 Total Requested Funding $72,654

Timeline:

Interfaith is fully prepared to initiate the proposed CDBG project immediately upon contract execution with the City of Carlsbad. The staffing, facility space, and program policies and procedures are in place at roject will strengthen existing programs that provide housing assistance, food and hygiene items, and employment assistance to low-income Carlsbad residents.

Key milestones will include:

Contract Initiation: May 2024 (City Council approval of allocations) Grant Kick-Off Meeting: Within 7 days of contract initiation Contract Services Initiated: Within 15 days of contract initiation Marketing and Networking: Within 30 days of contract initiation and ongoing.

Performance Reporting: Prepare and submit reports, as required. Monitor progress towards stated performance goals. Project team to adjust, as needed.

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APPLICANT INFORMATION
Organization Name : Legal Aid Society of San Diego Federal Unique Entity Ident ification Numbe r
Address: 100 E San"'""" 8>,d, Sle 308. San - CA 92069 Contact Pho,ne:

Amalea Romero /Managing Attorney Contact email :

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Please describe the mission/purpose of organization :

The mission or LASSO Is lo improve lives by advanc ing justice through effective, efficient and vigorous legal advocacy, outreach, and education. LASSO Is a committed and compassionate group dedicated lo providing equal access to Justice for low-Income households through aggressive. quality legal services.

Please provide the organization date of incorporation and number of years providing proposed program/pro j ect?
Legal Aid Society of San Diego, formerly Office of Public Attorney, has been in operation and providing legal services for over 100 years. Legal Aid Society of San Diego was incorporated under its current name on December 30, 1953.

Please describe the organizat ion staff positions directly responsible for the proposed program and their qualifications and experience :

See Attachment - Staff Descriptions
Please indicate your agency's level of experience with the CDBG program :

LJ No or little experience (up to 1 year of using CDBG funds) □ Some experience (2 to 3 years of using CDBG funds)
□ Moderate experience (4 to 5 years of using CDBG funds) [Z] Considerable experience (more than 5 years of using CDBG funds)

PROJECT/PROGRAM INFOMATION
Please provide implementation schedule for proposed project or program, including important steps such as hiring staff, obtaining bids, acquiring property, etc. If project involves property acquisition or construction 1 include plans, scope of work, cost estimates, or other applicable documents in appendices.

See Attachment - Project/Program Information
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Describe steps already completed or to be completed to initiate project. These may include community support, staffing, securing an appropriate location, marketing, and networking.

See Attachment - Project/Prrogram Information
Describe the program's timeline with dates and times, including the earliest possible start dates, end dates, and milestones as applicable.

See Attachment- Project/Program Information
Describe the work to be performed, including the activities to be undertaken or the services to be provided and the goals and objectives of the program/project:

See Attachment - Project/Program Information
How accessible or convenient is the proposed program/project to Carlsbad residents? (Please be specific such as direct services to client's home, transportation provided to and from facility, or relation to public transportation.)
See Attachment - Project/Program Information
Does your agency focus its activities on populations with special needs? If yes, please specify population (Homeless households, persons with disabilities, persons with substance abuse, veterans, farmworkers, seniors, children, etc.)
See Attachment- Project/Program Information
Please describe how low-and-moderate income persons will benefit from the proposed program/project.

See Attachment- Project/Progra m Information
What is the approximate percentage of your clients that have annual family incomes in each of the following ranges: (Percentages should add to 100%)
66 % of clients are at 30 percent or below of the area median income 21 % of clients are between 31 and 50 percent of the area median income. 10 % of clients are between 51 and 80 percent of the area median income 3 % of clients are above 80 percent of the area median income Housing & Homeless Services
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Please indicate the number of clients benefiting from the proposed activity and the percentage that are Carlsbad residents.

Persons of which 100 % are Carlsbad residents
Does your organization charge recipients for the provided services? lLJ No I I Yes (Please specify) $
How does your organization provide language access to recipients with less than proficient English? See Attachment - Project/Program Information
How will recipients' information be collected and documented? See Attachment- Project/Program Information
How will the outcomes be measured, collected, and documented? See Attachment- Project/Program Information
Describe collaboration with other agencies, such as the County Continuum of Care and other non-profit organizations and/or agencies to form a cohe,slve approach in serving the low income and most vulnerable populations .

See Attachment- Project/Program Information

FINANCIAL INFORMATION
CDBG Grant Request: $25,000 Total Project/Program Cost: $1,271,000 Did you receive any of the following sources of funding from the City of Carlsbad within the last two fiscal years (2022-2023 and 2023-2024) for the proposed program/project? CDBG lLJ Yes No
Community Activity Funding
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Yes [Z] No
General Funds Yes 0 No
Other (specify): Yes 171 No
If you have received federal funds, including CDBG funds, in previous years, have program violation findings ever been made against your agency/organization? If yes, please explain nature of finding(s) and how finding(s) has been addressed by your organization.

No program violations findings have been made against the organization.

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Did you receive any federal funds, including CDBG funding from other cities? If so, please describe source, year(s), and amounts.

Source Amount
_ HUD (23-24) $800,000
- Other CDBG (23-24) $331,000
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PROPOSED BUDGET
Category/Item CDBG Request Other Sources Total
Wages/Salaries $ 14,924 $ $
Personnel Benefits $ 3,428 $ $
Materials and Supplies $300 $ $
Rent and Utilities $ 250 $ $
Direct Program Expenses $ 2321 $ $
Mileage $1 50 $ $
Other : Indirect $ 3627 $ $
TOTAL $ 25000 $ 1,246,000 $1,271,000
Please further describe "Other Sources" from previous table .

Category/Item Other Sources Describe source and whether funding is secured or anticipated
Wages/Salaries $
Personnel Benefits $
Materials and Supplies $
Rent and Utilities $
Direct Program Expenses $
Mileage $
Other : $
TOTAL $1 ,246,000 Other CDBG & HUD (anticipated)
If your project or program requires ongoing funding, please describe how the program or project will continue to be funded.

N/A
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CERTI Fl CATION
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I, the undersigned, do hereby attest that the above information is true and correct to the best of my knowledge.

CEO/Executive Director 1/12/2024
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Attachment - Staff Descriptions
Amalea Romero, Managing Attorney (Bilingual Spanish), has over 5 years of experience on the fair housing team, in addition to over 1 year prior to that of experience in eviction defense litigation. She has significant experience representing clients in affirmative housing discrimination complaints in state and federal court and with HUD or CRD. She will provide oversight to the project and serve as point of contact for the City.

Janeth Castaneda, Testing Coordinator (Bilingual Spanish), has over 4 years of experience with complaint intake, educational training/outreach in English and Spanish, and testing under the Fair Housing Act. She currently coordinates and will continue to manage all Carlsbad testing.

Gauri Bhirud, Staff Attorney, has over one year of experience with Legal Aid in eviction defense litigation, including discovery, law and motion, and trial work, as well as conciliating reasonable accommodation requests. She will provide outreach and education services as well as enforcement activities including counsel, advice, investigations, conciliations, and representation to Carlsbad residents.

Fabiola Bautista, Advocate (Bilingual Spanish), has over 5 months of fair housing experience investigating housing discrimination cases, in addition to 2 years' experience with Legal Aid's intake team prior to joining fair housing. She will provide outreach and education services as well as screen intake calls and investigate fair housing complaints for Carlsbad residents.

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Attachment - Project/Program Information
Please provide implementation schedule for proposed project or program, including important steps such as hiring staff, obtaining bids, acquiring property, etc. If project involves property acquisition or construction, include plans, scope of work, cost estimates, or other applicable documents in appendices.

Because we are an established fair housing program, LASSO already has policies and staff in place to ensure quality services are timely completed underthis contract. We have experienced, existing staff ready to begin providing services immediately upon execution and start of the contract.

In the first quarter, LASSO will review these policies and confirm systems and plans are in place to ensure grant deliverables are completed in a timely manner throughout the grant year.

The Managing Attorney and Accounting Department will provide progress reports to the City on a quarterly basis. LASSO will be able to measure program effectiveness and timeliness by tracking and ensuring completion of deliverable goals in a manner that is both efficient and high quality. Regular review of progress will allow the program to redirect staff time and efforts if necessary to meet or exceed all contract requirements.

Describe steps already completed or to be completed to initiate project. These may include community support, staffing, securing an appropriate location, marketing, and networking.

As previously stated, LASSO currently operates a high-quality fair housing program that conducts the activities proposed under the grant and is therefore ready to initiate the project immediately. We have three offices throughout San Diego County, including one in North County in San Marcos. LASSO regularly conducts outreach and training and will be able to seamlessly continue those ongoing efforts. Similarly, our testing program is already established and staffed with experienced testing coordinators that can begin testing activities immediately.

Finally, we are already staffed with several experienced advocates and attorneys that can continue providing direct client services.

Describe the program's timeline with dates and times, including the earliest possible start dates, end dates, and milestones as applicable.

Quarterly reports will provide the City with updates on progress toward required deliverables, which will be completed between July 1, 2024 and June 30, 2025.

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Describe the work to be performed, including the activities to be undertaken or the services to be provided and the goals and objectives of the program/project:

LASSD will provide comprehensive legal services regarding Fair Housing, including education and outreach services; testing services; referral, counsel, advice, and brief services; and representation for enforcement offed era I and state fair housing laws. The goals and objectives of the program are to increase community knowledge on fair housing rights and obligations, investigate and combat housing discrimination, and enforce fair housing laws.

How accessible or convenient is the proposed program/project to Carlsbad residents? (Please be specific such as direct services to client's home, transportation provided to and from facility, or relation to public transportation.)
LASSD's North County office is located at 100 E. San Marcos Blvd., San Marcos, CA 92069. Walk­ ins are welcome and we are open Monday through Friday (except holidays) from 9am-Spm. The office is ADA compliant and is located along a major public transit line. In addition, we accommodate clients in various ways, including by offering site visits to clients' homes or other convenient locations or phone or web-cam appointments. The Fair Housing Team also has a Case Manager that can connect clients to other services, such as free or affordable transportation services.

Does your agency focus its activities on populations with special needs? If yes, please specify population (Homeless households, persons with disabilities, persons with substance abuse, veterans, farmworkers, seniors, children, etc.)
LASSD's Fair Housing Team provides free assistance to anyone that feels they have experienced housing discrimination or has landlord-tenant questions. As such, many of our clients are members of protected classes and vulnerable populations. For example, many clients we serve have mental or physical disabilities and an overwhelming majority are low income. Our staff are trauma-informed and trained to help applicants and clients overcome would-be barriers to service. We regularly conduct outreach through Homeless Court and we assist people living in homelessness to utilize their fair housing rights to strengthen their ability to gain stable housing.

We also work to prevent homelessness by enforcing fair housing laws to keep people housed.

Currently, we have HUD Education and Outreach Initiative grants focused on expanding fair housing knowledge and enforcement for recipients of rental assistance and members of the LGBTQ+ community.

Please describe how low-and-moderate income persons will benefit from the proposed program/project.

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An overwhelming majority of the clients we assist are low or extremely low income. Such persons face additional obstacles to finding and maintaining housing, making them more susceptible to discrimination and housing instability. Our services provide free legal support to those individuals to empower them to asserttheirfair housing rights to help maintain safe and stable housing.

How does your organization provide language access to recipients with less than proficient English?
For clients and community members that have Limited English Proficiency {LEP), LASSD has staff that speak nearly all of the threshold languages for San Diego County {Spanish, Vietnamese, Arabic, Tagalog, Chinese). In addition, forth is project specifically, LASSD's Fair Housing program has multiple staff members that are fluent in Spanish and one staff member that speaks Marathi and Hindi. LASSD tests and tracks staff that speak threshold languages in the County.

LASSD's phone system provides options for English and Spanish. Applicants and clients who visit our office locations can use language cards to indicate their language needs. In addition, LASSD contracts with multiple third-party translation services to ensure all applicants and clients can fully access our services regardless of LEP status. LASSD uses Voiance, which provides 24/7 phone translation service in all languages and is pre-programmed on each staff member's phone to ensure easy access. Also, LASSD contracts with another translation service, ALTA, for written translations. For clients who use American Sign Language {ASL), LASSD has staff that can communicate using ASL and LASSD uses either ALTA or a Deaf Access Program, Deaf Community Services of San Diego, Inc., for interpreter services.

How will recipients' information be collected and documented? LASSD utilizes JusticeServer, a comprehensive case management system, which captures, maintains, and shares data. JusticeServer captures data necessary for quarterly reports, such as applicant income, demographic data, complaint basis, case notes, and resolution.

How will the outcomes be measured, collected, and documented? LASSD measures outcomes in various ways, including with JusticeServer, a comprehensive data management system, which captures, maintains, and shares data; and assists LASSD in managing the output and outcomes of program deliverables for the project. JusticeServer captures data necessary for quarterly reports, and grant progress and quarterly reports are securely stored on SharePoint/Teams which allows staff to review, share, and update their progress.

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Describe collaboration with other agencies, such as the County Continuum of Care and other non-profit organizations and/or agencies to form a cohesive approach in serving the low income and most vulnerable populations.

LASSD has provided free legal services to San Diego County for over a century. As such, we have deep ties to the community and meaningful partnerships with other agencies. For example, LASSD is part of the San Diego Eviction Prevention Collaborative, which is a network of non­ profit agencies providing housing services throughout the County. The purpose of the Collaborative is to maximize resources and streamline referrals to and from collaborative partners, and to ensure partners are up-to-date with substantive legal developments.

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EXECUTIVE SUMMARY
In addition to your Community Development Block Grant funding application, please complete the following supplemental questionnaire.

THEME: A theme was not selected for this funding year. Preference will be given to the applications which specifically address the Consolidated Plan Priorities, however applications for unrelated services are eligible for submission.

ORGANIZATION: Legal Aid Society of San Diego

1. In 250 words or less, please describe how your organization will be using the requested funds.

Fair Housing team is comprised of highly skilled attorneys, advocates, and testing coordinators with expertise in fair housing laws. We will use the funds to ensure that meritorious fair housing claims are investigated and the appropriate enforcement path is chosen when necessary. All deliverables will be accomplished between July 1, 2024, and June 30, 2025.

LASSD will investigate alleged violations of federal, state, and local discrimination laws using standard fair housing investigative methodology. After there has been a determination that a claim is meritorious, LASSD will gather facts, witnesses, documents, and develop respondent profiles. Other investigative methodologies include surveys and interviews of in-place tenants, interviews of past tenants, and testing.

LASSD will provide information and referrals on non-fair housing landlord-tenant issues.

After a case is accepted for enforcement, LASSD will explain all enforcement options to the client and will work with the client to determine which is best for their situation, which may include conciliation, administrative proceedings, or litigation.

Additionally, a key aspect of the fair housing program is comprehensive outreach and education to the public regarding fair housing protections and obligations. LASSD will use the funds to support and expand outreach efforts to provide high quality fair housing education to the Carlsbad community, including tenants, homeowners, housing providers, community organizations, and City staff.

Finally, the fair housing team administers an expansive fair housing testing program to identify other instances of discrimination that may otherwise go undetected.

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testing coordinators have significant expertise and maintain updated testing methodologies for implementation of a high-quality testing program.

housing opportunities for low- and moderate-income households by helping residents overcome barriers to housing, such as discrimination against Section 8 recipients. are not denied housing or removed from their existing housing in violation of fair would allow a person with a disability to remain in their home.

The key staff responsible for this project are Janeth Castaneda, testing coordinator; Fabiola Bautista, advocate; and Gauri Bhirud, staff attorney. Additionally, Managing Attorney, Amalea Romero, will provide oversight to the project and serve as point of contact for the City.

2. Attach a budget showing the specific line-item breakdown on how you arrived at the funding request.

Please see attached.

3. Describe how your organization will be able to advance your program if you do not receive the entire funding request. What is your funding threshold before you can no longer provide the intended services or supplies you are seeking?

The minimum amount required to advance the program is $25,000. If we do not receive the entire funding request it will not be possible to provide all the current fair housing services we provide in Carlsbad. If we do not receive the entire funding request it may also jeopardize our other North County Fair Housing contracts since LASSD leverages these funds to staff our fair housing team.

4. Does your organization charge a fee for accessing your services or supplies? If so, please describe the rational for this fee.

No.

5. Will the funding of this program with a CDBG grant allow you to receive a matching grant from another organization? If so, where would those funds come from and how much would that grant be in dollars?

Not applicable.

6. If your funding is approved, how many Carlsbad residents will you be able to assist?

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LASSD is on track to assist over 146 Carlsbad residents this year and expects that demand for fair housing services will only increase with rising cost of living and continuing effects from the pandemic. LASSD anticipates assisting 146 Carlsbad residents in the upcoming year if we receive the entire funding request.

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LEGAL AID SOCIETY OF SAN DIEGO

PROPOSED BUDGET
July 1, 2024 to June 30, 2025
Personnel
Tester-Janett Castaneda
Tester CoordinatorAnicia Frazier

SUBTOTAL
Employee Benefits

TOTAL PERSONNEL
Non-Personnel
Supplies
Postage
Printing/Duplication
Contracted Services
Tests Cost
Fees
Litigation Expenses
Transportation/Mileage for staff
Insurance
Space Cost
Telephone

TOTAL NON-PERSONNEL
TOTAL
Approved Indirect @24.3% of Salaries
$
City of Carlsbad
12,803.77
2,120.28
14,924
3,427.62
18,352
300
25 150
651
500
500
376
150
60 250
60 3,022
21,374
3,627
25,000
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FY 2024-25 CDBG Funding Recommendations

TODAY'S MEETING
• CDBG Background
• CDBG Funding Applications
• Recommendations
• Q & A with Applicants
( city of
Carlsbad
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CDBG OVERVIEW
• Federal$$$ from HUD
• Funds must be used for:
• Meet national objective, and
• Be an eligible activity
• Funding capped program admin. & fair housing
{20%) and public services {15%)
• Required Plans and Documents
• Five-year Plan, Annual Plan
Citizen Participation, Fair Housing ( City of
Carlsbad
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CARLSBAD & CDBG
• Entitlement Grantee since 1988
• Approx. $500,000 annually
• Approx. $75,000 available for public services
• Approx. $100,000 available for program admin
• Consolidated Plan approved Jan. 2020
• Six Priorities
• Annual Funding Process
• Housing Commission - Inaugural Review
• City Council Approval Body ( city of
Carlsbad
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FY 2024-25 FUNDING
FY 2024-25 AWARD $518,215
• Public Services (15% cap)
• Admin/Fair Housing (20% cap)
• Housing & Facilities (No cap)

AVAILABLE
$77,732
$109,098
$336,840
• Applications available eight weeks - six received;
four public services, one fair housing, and one
facility improvement

REQUESTS
$195,386
$109,098
$336,840
( city of
Carlsbad
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PUBLIC SERVICES

ORGANIZATION PROGRAM REQUEST
Brother Benno Rent/Utility Assistance/Motel $20,000 Vouchers/Substance Abuse Catholic Charities La Posada de Guadalupe $25,000 Shelter Community Homelessness Prevention $77,732 Resource Center Carlsbad Residents Interfaith Rental Assistance, Emergency $72,654 Community Services Support, Basic Needs ~

RECOMMEND - PARTIALLY FUND COMMUNITY RESOURCE
CENTER AND INTERFAITH COMMUNITY SERVICES; FUND

OTHER ORGANIZATIONS AS BACK-UP PROJECTS

RECOMMEND
$0 (Alternative
funding)
$0 (Alternative
funding)
$21,765
(Alternative
funding)
$55,967
(Alternative
funding)
( City of
Carlsbad
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FAIR HOUSING & ADMINISTRATION

ORGANIZATION PROGRAM
Legal Aid Society of San Diego I L~gal Aid Society of San Diego
City of Carlsbad Program Administration
~

RECOMMEND - FULLY FUND LEGAL AID
REQUEST AND CARLSBAD ADMIN. REQUEST

REQUEST
$25,000
$78,643
( city of
Carlsbad
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FACILITIES & HOUSING

ORGANIZATION PROGRAM
Casa de Amparo Facility Improvement
City of Carlsbad Affordable Housing Program

RECOMMEND - FUND CASA DE AMPARO AND

CITY AFFORDABLE HOUSING FUND FOR

REQUEST
$100,000
$236,840
~ ACQUISTION AND REHABILITION ( city of
Carlsbad
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~
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FY 2024 - 25 CDBG Funding Recommendations
FY 2024-25 FUNDING
Program Income
• Average Program Income~ $438,302
• Public Services (15% cap)~ $65,745
• Admin/Fair Housing (20% cap)~ $87,660
Back-up Projects
• Only consider if additional funds are available
RECOMMEND - FUND MAX. 15% PROGRAM
_h INCOME TO PRIORTV LIST SERVICES, 20 % TO
~ ADMIN & FAIR HOUSING AND CONSIDER CITY­

WIDE ADA IMPROVEMENTS FOR BACK-UP
( city of
Carlsbad
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RECOMMENDATION
Adopt a Resolution Approving the Funding
Recommendations to Incorporate Into the FY
2024-25 Annual Action Plan and Recommending
That the City Council Approve the FY 2024-25
Annual Action Plan For Community Development
Block Grant
{ city of
Carlsbad
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DISCUSSION

APPLICANT Q & A
{ city of
Carlsbad
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Community
Resource Center
Homelessness Prevention
~
~ CRC

COMMUNITY RESOURCE CENTER
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Our Mission
Helping our neighbors create paths to healthy fooct stable homes and safe relationships.
~ CRC

COMMUNITY RESOURCE CENTER
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Homelessness Prevention
Provide services to near homeless persons/families which results in an improved situation through employment, permanent or transitional housing, treatment of mental, or substance abuse problems, etc.

Home~essness Prevent~on
Program Goal:

To provide support to prevent a household from losing their existing housing.

CDBG Priority:

Prevent and Reduce Homelessness
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Carlsbad Homelessness Action PlanCar~sbad Home~essness Act~on P~an Initiative 1.2
Develop and maintain programs to support people finding a home and prevent households from entering homelessness.
• Increase and support prevention and diversion efforts to decrease the inflow of people into homelessness.
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Homelessness
Prevention
Carlsbad Residents
25 Low-income, economically insecure
• 100% would be at or below 30% AMI
At imminent risk of homelessness
Services
Case Management
Food Assistance
Flexible Financial Assistance
$1,000-$3,000 direct assistance per hh
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OutcomesOutcom~s
Housing Retention
• 85% of all housing participants retain or exit to permanent housing at case closure.

Self Sufficiency
• 80% of the total number of households who participate in case management services will develop a personalized self-sufficiency plan focused on eliminating barriers to self­ sufficiency.

Improved Access to Services
• 100% of individuals who receive prevention assistance will be offered access to CRC's case management services, financial independence counseling or housing search assistance.
~ CRC

COMMUNITY RESOURCE CENTER
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Budget
Budget
Wages & Salaries $13,650
Personnel Benefits $4,505
Client Assistance $53,805
Indirect Costs $6,492
TOTAL $71,732
$1,000- $3,000 direct assistance per household
~ CRC

COMMUNITY RESOURCE CENTER
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Questions
~ CRC

COMMUNITY RESOURCE CENTER
Attachment 2
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RESOLUTION NO. 2024-003

A RESOLUTION OF THE HOUSING COMMISSION OF THE CITY OF CARLSBAD,

CALIFORNIA, RECOMMENDING THAT THE CITY COUNCIL APPROVE THE RECOMMENDATIONS FOR FY 2024-25 COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT BLOCK GRANT PROGRAM FUNDING TO INCLUDE IN THE FY 2024-25 ANNUAL

ACTION PLAN
Exhibit 1
WHEREAS, the Housing Commission of the City of Carlsbad, California held a noticed public meeting to obtain public input and review and consider applications for Community Development Block Grant funds; and
WHEREAS, on Oct. 17, 2023, the City Council adopted Resolution No. 2023-264 approving amendments to the city's Citizen Participation Plan, which formally sunsetted the Community Development Block Grant Citizen's Advisory Committee and transferred the responsibilities of reviewing the Community Development Block Grant funding applications to the Housing Commission; and
WHEREAS, on Nov. 14, 2023, the City Council adopted Resolution No. 2023-277 approving the Homelessness Action Plan Funding Plan which includes programs and estimated funding levels with potential funding sources for Fiscal Year 2024-25; and
WHEREAS, on Oct. 17, 2023, the City Council adopted Resolution No. 2023-265 authorizing staff to solicit proposals for programs and projects not to exceed the estimated FY 2024-25 Community Development Block Grant award; and
WHEREAS, the availability of funding applications were publicly noticed and applications accepted for a period of approximately eight weeks; and, WHEREAS, four applications were received for public services exceeding the estimated available funds by $117,654, one application received for fair housing services and one application received for a facility improvement project within the estimated available funds; and, WHEREAS, the Commission requested that the data demonstrating prior year accomplishments of the Community Development Block Grant funded activities be presented to the Housing Commission prior to the review of new funding recommendations; and, WHEREAS, the Housing Commission has taken all testimony into account .

NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED by the Housing Commission of the City of Carlsbad, California, as follows:

1. That the above recitations are true and correct.

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2. The Housing Commission recommends that the City Council approve the FY 2024-25 Community Development Block Grant funding recommendations for incorporation in the FY 2024-25 Annual Action Plan as reflected in Attachment A.

PASSED, APPROVED AND ADOPTED at a Regular Meeting of the Housing Commission of the City of Carlsbad on the 14th day of March, 2024, by the following vote, to wit:

AYES:

NAYS:

ABSTAIN:

ABSENT:

Collins, Chang, Berger.

None.

Ydigoras.

Horton.

MANDY MILLS, Director
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Attachment A
CDBG FY 2024-25 FUNDING SUMMARY

PUBLIC SERVICES
Organization Activity Anticipated Requested Staff Recommendation Outcome Brother Benno Rent/Utility Assistance/Motel 35 persons $20,000 $0 CDBG Program Income Vouchers/Substance Abuse Priority
Catholic Charities La Posada de Guadalupe Shelter 90 sheltered men $25,000 $0 CDBG Program Income Priority
Community Resource Services Homelessness Prevention 25 househo lds $77,732 $21,765 CDBG + Program Income Priority
Interfaith Community Services Rental Assistance, Emergency 220 households $72,654 $58,823 CDBG + Program Support, Basic Needs Income Priority
Subtotal: $195,386 $77,732

ADMINISTRATION & FAIR HOUSING
Organization Activity Anticipated Requested Staff
Outcome Recommendation
City of Carlsbad Program Administration Overall $78,643 $73,643 administration Legal Aid Society of San Diego Fair Housing Services 146 households $25,000 $25,000 Subtotal: $103,643 $103,643

AFFORDABLE HOUSING & FACILITY IMPROVEMENTS
Organization Activity Anticipated Requested Staff
Outcome Recommendation
One at-risk
City of Carlsbad Affordable Housing Fund affordable housing $236,840 $236,840 resale purchase
Casa de Amparo Facility Improvements 150 youth served, $100,000 $100,000 approx. 2% Carlsbad Subtotal: $336,840 $336,840
TOTAL: $635,869 $518,215
Priority Projects - Program Income. A maximum of 15% of all program income received during FY 2024-25 will be allocated to public services activities in the following order and amount:

1. Community Resource Center up to $55,967

2. Interfaith Community Services up to $21,765

3. Brother Benno up to $10,000

4. Catholic Charities up to $25,000
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FY 2024-25 COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT BLOCK GRANT FUNDING SUMMARY Priority projects – program income. A maximum of 15% of all program income received during FY 2024-25 will be allocated to public services activities in the following order and amount:

1. Community Resource Center up to $55,967

2. Interfaith Community Services up to $21,765

3. Brother Benno up to $10,000

4. Catholic Charities up to $25,000

PUBLIC SERVICES
Organization Activity Anticipated
outcome Requested Recommendation
Brother Benno Rent/utility assistance/motel
vouchers/substance abuse 35 persons $20,000 $0 CDBG program income priority
Catholic Charities La Posada de Guadalupe shelter 90 sheltered men $25,000 $0 CDBG program income priority
Community Resource Services Homelessness prevention 25 households $77,732 $21,765 CDBG + program income priority
Interfaith Community Services Rental assistance, emergency support, basic needs 220 households $72,654 $58,823 CDBG + program income priority
Subtotal: $195,386 $77,732

ADMINISTRATION & FAIR HOUSING
Organization Activity Anticipated
outcome Requested Recommendation
City of Carlsbad Program Administration Overall
administration $78,643 $73,643
Legal Aid Society of San Diego Fair Housing Services 146 households $25,000 $25,000 Subtotal: $103,643 $103,643

AFFORDABLE HOUSING & FACILITY IMPROVEMENTS
Organization Activity Anticipated
Outcome Requested Recommendation
City of Carlsbad Affordable Housing Fund
One at-risk
affordable housing
resale purchase
$236,840 $236,840
Casa de Amparo Facility improvements 150 youth served,
approx. 2% Carlsbad $100,000 $100,000
Subtotal: $336,840 $336,840
TOTAL: $635,869 $518,215
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APPLICANT INFORMATION
Organization Name:

Catholic Charities Diocese of San Diego (CCOSO)
Federal Unique Entity
Identification Number
Address: 3888 Paducah Drive San Diego, CA 92117 Contact Phone:

Contact person/title: Appaswamy "Vino" Pajanor, CEO Contact email:

Organization Type: ..:L Nonprofit 0For-profit LJLocal public agenc )ther (Please specify)
Please describe the mission/purpose of organization:
( City of
Carlsbad
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619-323-2842
[email protected]
State public agency
Catholic Charities Diocese of San Diego (CCDSD) exists to exemplify the scriptural values of mercy and hospitality by witnessing the gospel message contained in "Matthew 25:ft; to advocate for a just society by calling individuals and institutions lo action on behalf of the poor, the vulnerable and the marginalized; and to acknowledge the sacredness of the human person by accompanying those we serve on their journey toward achieving their full potential as persons created in the image and likeness of God.

Please provide the organization date of incorporation and number of years providing proposed program/project?
CCDSD was established in 1919; it began as a small office in Downtown San Diego. Since then, CCDSD has become one of the most impactful agencies in San Diego and Imperial Countries. CCDSD consists of over 20 programs that fall into four major areas: Homeless Services, Community Services, Refugee Services, and Immigration Services. CCDSD filed for incorporation on February 12, 1974, launching itself as an independent non-profit organization. CCDSD created the La Posada De Guadalupe Men's Shelter in 1992 and has provided services to Homeless Men and Farmworkers for the past 32 years.

Please describe the organization staff positions directly responsible for the proposed program and their qualifications and experience:

Caseworker/Coaches level I, II, Ill, IV, and a Kitchen Cook. The Director of Homeless Services has an extensive background in counseling and advocacy, emphasizing providing services wilh a trauma-informed approach. She has
been with the agency for fifteen years. overseeing programs for unsheltered individuals. She graduated from the Slate University of New York-College at Oswego with a Bachelor of Aris in Psychology. The Program Manager has experience providing case management and Rapid Rehousing services and is also knowledgeable about commercial kitchen operafons, making him uniquely qualified for this position. A Senior Program Manager also supports La Posada with over seven years of experience with an emphasis on connecting people with housing and employment. She is bilingual and has a bachelor's degree from Oregon Stale University and an associate degree from San Diego City College. All staff are trained in trauma-informed care, and all three management team members are proficient in leading trauma-informed teams. All staff are also trained in de-escalation, harm reduction, housing first, and low-barrier service delivery.

Please indicate your agency's level of experience with the CDBG program:

LJ No or little experience (up to 1 year of using CDBG funds) □ Some experience {2 to 3 years of using CDBG funds)
□ Moderate experience (4 to 5 years of using CDBG funds) [l] Considerable experience (more than 5 years of using CDBG funds)

PROJECT/PROGRAM INFOMATION
Please provide implementation schedule for proposed project or program, including important steps such as hiring staff, obtaining bids, acquiring property, etc. If project involves property acquisition or construction, include plans, scope of work, cost estimates, or other applicable documents in appendices.

La Posada opened in 1992 with the mission to provide a safe, supportive, clean environment and opportunities to empower men with few or no resources to begin or continue working toward housing stability and self-sufficiency. La Posada is an emergency housing program for men experiencing homelessness, offering year-round shelter and comprehensive wrap-around support. The program remains the only short-term housing program for unsheltered single men in the City of Carlsbad and the entire North Coastal Region.

La Posada provides three daily meals, laundry and hygiene facilities, a mailing address, clothing, and onsite supportive services, including case management, , translation and interpretation, and recreation. Onsite support services are provided in English and Spanish, and residents work with case managers to set goals. The services include referrals to off-site employment, job training, and medical services from trusted partners and service providers. Through the staff and inter-agency partners, residents are linked to long-term support designed to end the cycle of homelessness and provide a path to housing stability.

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Describe steps already completed or to be completed to initiate project. These may include community support, staffing, securing an appropriate location, marketing, and networking.

Not applicable, the proposed project is not requesting funds for construction, rehabilitation, property acquisition, or construction-related activities. La Posada is a program that has been operated continuously for 32 years.

Describe the program's time line with dates and times, including the earliest possible start dates, end dates, and milestones as applicable.

Not applicable, the proposed project is not requesting funds for construction, rehabilitation, property acquisition, or construction-related activities. La Posada is a program that has been operated continuously for 32 years.

Describe the work to be performed, including the activities to be undertaken or the services to be provided and the goals and objectives of the program/project:

La Posada provides services for participants as a "whole,� meaning they come for one service bul are connected lo others that meet !heir needs. Helping the participant often starts with something as simple as a warm shower and a clean change of clothes. Being able lo provide our participants with the confidence that comes with feeling clean Is often the first step many need lo start their journey to self-sufficiency. The shelter provides three meals daily and a packed lunch to participants working in agriculture fields throughout the day. La Posada's goal starts with addressing these seemingly small but impactful goals. Feeling clean and having a nutritious meal leads to a good night's rest, which leads lo our residents feeling refreshed and safe, leading to discussions on how they became unsheltered, the goats they want to achieve, and how we can help them get to the future they see themselves.

La Posada intends to assist unsheltered single men in San Diego County exit homelessness with the tools and resources lo remain independent and self-sufficient. We want to provide unsheltered men with a safe place to stay while helping them address the varying issues and barriers that got them to the place they are today. In 2022, LP served 166 men and assisted 47 men in obtaining permanent housing. They were provided with 70,201 supportive services, including meals, assistance obtaining an ldentificalion card and birth eer1ificates, travel directions, and help with laundry.

How accessible or convenient is the proposed program/project to Carlsbad residents? (Please be specific such as direct services to client's home, transportation provided to and from facility, or relation to public transportation.)
La Posada addresses homelessness that encompasses San Diego, Coastal North County, and portions of North County Inland. The program's service area is one inclusive of men whose daily lives cross city boundaries and intersect with public and private services bounded by Interstate 5 and 15, a territory in this is no longer true now that the Rescue Mission Navigation Center is open in Carlsbad. for unhoused men. La Posada is located just two miles north of Palomar Airport Road and a one-quarter mile east of El Camino Real. Major bus routes run within a five-minute walk from the facilities, giving clients access to the entire region. All men residing at La Posada have access to the facility's full range of services and the cooperative services of partner organizalions in the Alliance for Regional Solutions, the county's coordinated entry system, and other regional collaborations.

Does your agency focus its activities on populations with special needs? If yes, please specify population (Homeless households, persons with disabilities, persons with substance abuse, veterans, farmworkers, seniors, children, etc.)
La Posada addressed the goals enumerated in the Draft Consolidated Plan by providing temporary housing for men experiencing homelessness, along with comprehensive supportive services and referral to assistance accessing long-term housing. From the Consolidated Plan, the program addresses the following priorities specifically.

Please describe how low-and-moderate income persons will benefit from the proposed program/project.

CCDSD focuses on the unhoused men in North County and other areas of San Diego. All the participants are low income and our team works with each individual on goals to help them move to self-sufficiency. With our trauma-informed case management we are able to address the barriers each participant faces. Working with the participants on their individuals goals and an appropriate timeline we work with the men to help them move from being unhoused to securing income and housing.

What is the approximate percentage of your clients that have annual family incomes in each of the following ranges: (Percentages should add to 100%)
100 % of clients are at 30 percent or below of the area median income % of clients are between 31 and 50 percent of the area median income. % of clients are between 51 and 80 percent of the area median income % of clients are above 80 percent of the area median income Housing & Homeless Services
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Please indicate the number of clients benefiting from the proposed activity and the percentage that are Carlsbad residents.

Persons of which 37.5 % are Carlsbad residents
Does your organization charge recipients for the provided services? No LJ Yes (Please specify)$
How does your organization provide language access to recipients with less than proficient English? CCDSD employs team members who are proficient in various languages with the understanding that English is not everyone's primary language.

We want to meet everyone with a low-barrier mindset, and being unable to communicate with our team can be one of those barriers. CCDSD is dedicated to ensuring that all our program participants have the opportunity to access communication that can be vital to their success.

How will recipients' information be collected and documented? CCOSO measures dlenl metrics via saetmJ'lg loo!s and dala enlTy Into Clilrity, the homeless management Information system for San Diego County's Continuum of Care. Al men al LP complele a comprehensive Intake process lhal collects relevant demographic and service needs data. The Intake process consists of completing a standard, comprehensive assessment to identify baniers and di.:il!enges to housing stability and sell-sufficiency and the development cl a ur.que client ldentifler, which Is shared in regional databases. The tolal assessment creates and informs .vi lndividu.:,lized servlu plan 'Nill'I specific goals to mitigate o, alleviate the person's homelessness. caseworkers/COllChes !rack and measure each resident's progress toward sell-identified goals by keeping paper alld electronic n!!tords.

CCOSO actively participates lnAllance for Regional Sokllicms-Nonh Coonty, the HMIS, and CES IOf San Diego County Confouum of Care, adhering to all reCOfd collection, tracking, and repon"ng guldellnes ,or lhe region. Through Clarity, �e local HMIS, La Posada staff enters all HUD and CoC-mandated ciienl Information lo support the local CoC requirements, which Is vital lo,- future federal allocations to fund homeless services In �e region. Furthermore. data collecUon, documentaUon, and evaluation are critical lo client and program success. The dOC\Jmentatioo assists staff in coac:Nng, helpiig them track client p,ogress towards goals and adjust accordingly. Staff must prompdy enter demographic infonnation and case management notes into the HMIS within one business day from collection.

How will the outcomes be measured, collected, and documented? Outcomes are tracked by documenting services provided in residents' files and entering informalion into Clarity and internal tracking systems-the Program Manager and Compliance Coordinator review documentation for accuracy and completeness.

The CDBG contract will be assigned a grant number, and a contract folder will be set up. The contract will be assigned to a Grants Accountant responsible for maintaining the file, monitoring the expenditures of the funds, tracking outstanding balances due, preparing invoices, reporting to lhe Directors on the spending, and contacting the funder regarding payment. All public contracts are managed by federal single audit standards, lhe tenns and conditions of 0MB Uniform Guidance {2.CFR.200), and all other relevant guidelines for the administration of public funds. Each contract file is reviewed and updated monthly by the Controller, Grants Accountant, and Program Director. The Controller reviews all billing and expense records lo ensure they are being spent with fidelity to the terms of each grant contract. After the month is reconciled, the Controller prepares a monthly Grants Receivable aging report for the Chief of Finance for inclusion in the monthly reports to the Finance Committee. Financial reports are also reviewed by the Director of Homeless Services and La Posada Progr�m Manager monthly.

Describe collaboration with other agencies, such as the County Continuum of Care and other non-profit organizations and/or agencies to form a cohesive approach in serving the low income and most vulnerable populations.

Engaging in partnerships is a critical component of the program and client success. Partnerships allow the agency to leverage resources and fill service gaps to ensure that men experiencing homelessness can make meaningful progress toward their housing and serf.sufficiency goals. Key partnerships include:
1, Interfaith Community Services: provides employment services and support, including resume development assistance, employment opportunities, and financial literacy classes.

2. Veteran Community Services: assists veteran residents with deposits and rental assistance creating access to permanent housing and securing public enlillements.

3. Exodus Recovery provides behavioral heallh services for residents.

4. Community Resource Center provides rental assistance for residents who meet their eligibility criteria

5. Pacific Ridge Middle School: 8th and 12th-grade students visit La Posada monthly to host activities and organize donation drives.

6. North County Health Systems: provide HIV and Hepatitis C testing available to residents every month.

FINANCIAL INFORMATION
CDBG Grant Request: Total Project/Program Cost: $1,156,662 Did you receive any of the following sources of funding from the City of Carlsbad within the last two fiscal years (2022-2023 and 2023-2024) for the proposed program/project? CDBG l.£J Yes No
Community Activity Funding
�
Yes □ No
General Funds Yes □ No
Other (specify): Yes n No
If you have received federal funds, including CDBG funds, in previous years, have program violation findings ever been made against your agency/organization? If yes, please explain nature of finding(s) and how finding(s) has been addressed by your organization.

No.

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Did you receive any federal funds, including CDBG funding from other cities? If so, please describe source, year(s), and amounts.

Source Amount
- ARS $ 160,000
- PAS $64,280
- $

PROPOSED BUDGET
Category /Item CDBG Request Other Sources Total
Wages/Salaries $5,000 $617,585 $622,585
Personnel Benefits $1,400 $139,193 $140,593
Materials and Supplies $ $ $20235
Rent and Utilities $8,600 $76,572 $85,172
Direct Program Expenses $10,000 $33,562 $43,562
Mileage $ $ $
Other: $ $ $
TOTAL $25,000 $887,147 $912,147
Please further describe "Other Sources" from previous table.

Category/Item Other Sources Describe source and whether funding is secured or anticipated
Wages/Salaries $6 17,5 85 ARS, PAS, donations and private grants Personnel Benefits $139, 193 ARS, PAS, donations and private grants Materials and Supplies $
Rent and Utilities $76,572 ARS, PAS, donations and private grants Direct Program Expenses $33,562 ARS, PAS, donations and private grants Mileage $
Other: $
TOTAL $88 7,147
If your project or program requires ongoing funding, please describe how the program or project will continue to be funded.

La Posada will require rutwe funding, and the Philanlhropy team at CCOSD Is writing grants for both public and private funding sources. CCOSO also has three appeals throughout the year that help with monetary donalions for all the programs.

Securing bolh public and private grants will support La Posada and help sustain the program. CCDSO is also the recipient of a 52 million grant rrom the City of Carlsbad to expand the building lo Include women and children. Currently, CCOSO is WOO<lng to start a feasibllity study lo look at the current struclUres and how an expansion will be possible. With a possible expansion at La Posada there will be more funding opportunilies available to support unhoused women and chadren.

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CERTIFICATION
(_ City of
Carlsbad
I, the undersigned, do hereby attest that the above information is true and correct to the best of my knowledge.

Chief Executive Officer bl I l "2-- , U71--4
Title Date
Signature Title Date
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Housing and Homeless Services Department
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EXECUTIVE SUMMARY
In addition to your Community Development Block Grant funding application, please complete the following supplemental questionnaire.
→THEME: A theme was not selected for this funding year. Preference will be given to the applications which specifically address the Consolidated Plan Priorities however applications for unrelated services are eligible for submission.

ORGANIZATION:

1. In 250 words or less, please describe how your organization will be using the requested funds.

Catholic Charities Diocese of San Diego (CCDSD) will use the requested funds in our CDBG Carlsbad application to offset La Posada staff salaries, supplies, utilities, and food purchased for the residents. The salaries for employees at La Posada are one of the most significant expenses; the staff consists of trauma-informed case managers who provide the best resources for the residents staying at La Posada. The shelter is open 24/7, with 50 beds for men experiencing homelessness and 50 beds for farmworkers, and it needs to be staffed around the clock to support the residents.

2. Attach an Excel budget showing the specific line-item breakdown on how you arrived at the funding request.

Please see the Attached Excel Budget.

3. Describe how your organization will be able to advance your program if you do not receive the entire funding request. What is your funding threshold before you can no longer provide the intended services or supplies you are seeking?

CCDSD is working diligently to find new funding sources to support our homeless shelter programs. La Posada has been running in a deficit. Due to this deficit, the Finance Department has been working with the Director of Homeless Services and the manager to look at the budget line items and take a deeper look, analyzing the expenses and where the program can cut costs. The Board overseeing CCDSD has also monitored the homeless shelters and programs. Unfortunately, the only option to significantly change the budget is to reduce beds at La Posada. This is something that the organization takes very seriously. The need for shelters and services to help people experiencing May 7, 2024
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homelessness only increases every year. The cost of running the shelter also increases as utilities alone have significantly increased this year.

The mission of CCDSD is to shelter the homeless; therefore, as an organization, we are doing everything we can to increase funding and support for the shelter. We recently partnered with the City of Carlsbad to possibly expand the shelter and increase the physical size of La Posada to accommodate more shelter beds. This will allow us to increase the number of people experiencing homelessness we can help by providing shelter for women and children. The team at CCDSD is working on finding additional funding sources and has begun planning the expansion. With the expansion, the budget for La Posada will also increase, almost tripling to provide the best services and staff to run the program.

Currently, the per-bed cost at Catholic Charities is $72. The two primary funding sources for La Posada are currently CDBG grants and our partnership with Alliance for Reginal Solutions. The funding provided is $8.64 per bed. This drastic difference is one of the reasons La Posada is in a deficit situation.

Another unique partnership CCDSD is currently working with is Valdivia Farms. Valdivia Farms was founded in 2017 and is a farm of fruits and vegetables. Valdivia Farms partnered with CCDSD in 2022 to provide shelter for some farmworkers working at the farm. This partnership provides a small income for La Posada, helping offset the cost of the 50 beds on the farmworker’s shelter site. Valdivia Farms also provides economic support to the City of Carlsbad, and we are excited to be working with an organization that supports the community.

Catholic Charities understands that the need to provide shelter and services to individuals experiencing homelessness is critical in San Diego. We will continue to provide the services we are capable of and work to expand these services to help more individuals. We are very proud that 40% of the men who come to La Posada leave our shelter for permanent housing. The hope is that our success rate will help attract other funding and support for the shelter.

4. Does your organization charge a fee for accessing your services or supplies? If so, please describe the rational for this fee.

Catholic Charities does not charge a fee for accessing our services.

5. Will the funding of this program with a CDBG grant allows you to receive a matching grant from another organization? If so, where would those funds come from, and how much would that grant be in dollars?

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The funding for La Posada from the CDBG grant possibly being used as a matching grant for another organization is something that our Philanthropy Department is looking into.

Currently, the focus is finding other public and private grants to support La Posada, and they do not need a match. The team is exhausting all avenues for financial support of La Posada and will continue to look for new opportunities.

6. If your funding is approved, how many Carlsbad residents will you be able to assist?

When funding is approved, Catholic Charities estimates that we will be able to help 90 Carlsbad residents experiencing homelessness.

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APPLICANT INFORMATION
Organization Name: Federal Unique Entity
Identification Number
Address: Contact Phone:

Contact person/title: Contact email:

Organization Type:  Nonprofit  For-profit  Local public agency  State public agency Other (Please specify)
Please describe the mission/purpose of organization:

Please provide the o rganization d ate of incorporation and n umber of years providing proposed program/project?
Please describe the organization staff positions directly responsible for the proposed program and their qualifications and experience:

Please indicate your agency's level of experience with the CDBG program:
 No or little experience (up to 1 year of using CDBG funds)  Some experience (2 to 3 years of using CDBG funds)
 Moderate experience (4 to 5 years of using CDBG funds)  Considerable experience (more than 5 years of using CDBG funds)

PROJECT/PROGRAM INFOMATION
Please provide implementation schedule for proposed project or program, including important steps such as hiring staff, obtaining bids, acquiring property, etc. If project involves property acquisition or construction, include plans, scope of work, cost estimates, or other applicable documents in appendices.

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Describe steps already completed or to be completed to initiate project. These may include community support, staffing, securing an appropriate location, marketing, and networking.

Describe the program’s timeline with dates and times, including the earliest possible start dates, end dates, and milestones as applicable.

Describe the work to be performed, including the activities to be undertaken or the services to be provided and the goals and objectives of the program/project:

How accessible or convenient is the proposed program/project to Carlsbad residents? (Please be specific such as direct services to client’s home, transportation provided to and from facility, or relation to public transportation.)

Does your agency focus its activities on populations with special needs? If yes, please specify population (Homeless households, persons with disabilities, persons with substance abuse, veterans, farmworkers, seniors, children, etc.)

Please describe how low-and-moderate income persons will benefit from the proposed program/project.

What is the approximate percentage of your clients that have annual family incomes in each of the following ranges: (Percentages should add to 100%)
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Please indicate the number of clients benefiting from the proposed activity and the percentage that are Carlsbad residents.

Persons of which % are Carlsbad residents
Does your organization charge recipients for the provided services?  No  Yes (Please s pecify) $_______
How does your organization provide language access to recipients with less than proficient English?

How will recipients’ information be collected and documented?

How will the outcomes be measured, collected, and documented?

Describe collaboration with other agencies, such as the County Continuum of Care and other non-profit organizations and/or agencies to form a cohesive approach in serving the low income and most vulnerable populations.

FINANCIAL INFORMATION

CDBG Grant Request: $ Total Project/Program Cost: $

Did you receive any of the following sources of funding from the City of Carlsba d within the last two fiscal years (2022-2023 and 2023-2024) for the proposed program/project? CDBG
Community Activity Funding
General Funds
Other (specify):
 Yes  No
 Yes  No
 Yes  No
 Yes  No
If you have received federal funds, including CDBG funds, in previous years, have program violation findings ever been made against your agency/organization? If yes, please explain nature of finding(s) and how finding(s) has been addressed by your organization.

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Did you receive any federal funds, including CDBG funding from other cities? If so, please describe source, year(s), and amounts.

Source
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Amount
$
$
$

PROPOSED BUDGET
Category/Item CDBG Request Other Sources Total
Wages/Salaries $ $ $
Personnel Benefits $ $ $
Materials and Supplies $ $ $
Rent and Utilities $ $ $
Direct Program Expenses $ $ $
Mileage $ $ $
Other: ______________________ $ $ $
TOTAL $ $ $

Please further describe “Other Sources” from previous table.

Category/Item Other Sources Describe source and whether funding is secured or anticipated
Wages/Salaries $
Personnel Benefits $
Materials and Supplies $
Rent and Utilities $
Direct Program Expenses $
Mileage $
Other: ____________________ $
TOTAL $

If your project or program requires ongoing funding, please describe how the program or project will continue to be funded.

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CERTIFICATION

I, the undersigned, do hereby attest that the a bove information is true and correct to the best of my knowledge.

_____ ______________ Signature Title Date

_____ ______________ Signature Title Date

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Casa de Amparo | FY 2024/2025 CDBG Application for City of Carlsbad 1

EXECUTIVE SUMMARY
Founded in 1978 by a local San Diego County group of women concerned about domestic violence and the welfare of children, Casa de Amparo envisions a community where child abuse and neglect are not tolerated, and where child abuse awareness and prevention are priorities. As a major force in the field of child abuse prevention, we partner with the greater San Diego community and beyond to ensure that children and their families receive unique and innovative services for healing, for stopping child mistreatment of any kind, and for ending generational cycles of abuse.

With the mission to support those affected by and at risk of child abuse and neglect through a range of programs and services that promote healing, growth, and healthy relationships, Casa de Amparo delivers services via two primary programs: Residential Services and New Directions, as well as provides supplementary therapeutic programming and activities for all youth served.

As a California Community Care Licensed Short-Term Residential Therapeutic Program (STRTP), our Residential Services program provides trauma-informed, intensive residential care to youth dependents of Child Welfare Services and wards from county probation. The program serves youth and adolescents ages 12–18 from various ethnic backgrounds, as well as homeless and LGBTQIA youth and youth with disabilities, who have been impacted by Adverse Childhood Experiences (ACES) and trauma, including severe neglect, domestic violence, gang activity, substance abuse, and/or exposure to violence in the community. Additionally, we serve girls with special health care needs, who are pregnant and/or parenting, and/or involved in or at risk of involvement in commercial sexual exploitation (CSE). This component of the program provides the girls with a designated space to experience pregnancy and motherhood in home-like cottages separate from our other on-site residential cottages. We provide 24-hour supervised care for all residents, including medical treatment, meals, transportation, recreation, counseling, life skills (including money management) and social skills development, education coordination, and case management.

Our New Directions transitional housing program serves adolescents and young adults ages 18– 25 who are transitioning from the foster care system, including those who are pregnant and/or parenting, and equips them with the necessary skills and resources to successfully transition to independent living. Supports include intensive case management; stable housing with subsidized rent (off-site from Casa de Amparo’s campus); furnishings and basic necessities; support for overall medical and mental health; employment, education, and career planning; money management; life skills training; relationship mediation; monthly gift cards for groceries and transportation; emancipation funds available upon high school graduation; optional matched personal savings program; and parenting skill-building for residents with children.

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Casa de Amparo | FY 2024/2025 CDBG Application for City of Carlsbad 2

KEY STAFF
Mike Barnett, BA, Chief Executive Officer has been in office since March 2022. He has over 30 years of professional experience in the public and private sectors. Barnett was commissioned as a San Diego County deputy sheriff in 1992 and rose through the ranks, leading teams of all sizes across multiple disciplines. In 2017 he was appointed as the Sheriff’s chief deputy and second-in- command. As the Undersheriff he commanded the 4,500-employee organization with a budget of just under $1 billion. He oversaw the medical and mental health care needs of thousands of people in county institutions and was responsible for providing the full scope of police services to almost one million people in San Diego County. He was also responsible for providing regional support including jail and courts systems, a nationally accredited crime laboratory, along with aviation, and emergency services to the San Diego region. He is passionate about our mission and previously served on the board of Casa de Amparo. Mike is a graduate of San Diego State University.

Gerardo Gonzales holds Casa de Amparo’s Maintenance Supervisor position and is responsible for the comprehensive oversight of the maintenance department, leading a team and managing various tasks to ensure the organization's facilities and equipment are well-maintained. This includes directing and evaluating maintenance staff, overseeing project management and delegation of assignments, monitoring vendors' compliance with agency policies, serving as the agency Safety Officer, and ensuring adherence to regulations and standards. Gonzales also coordinates emergency response efforts, manages maintenance project budget and expenditures, schedules and executes maintenance tasks, collaborates with various departments for special events, and ensures the completion of checklists for facilities, equipment, kitchen, vehicles, and preventive maintenance. Additionally, Gonzales oversees grounds maintenance, monitors water systems, coordinates resident apartment repairs, and ensures compliance with local agreements and regulations. Regular participation in meetings and collaboration with volunteers are also part of Gonzales’ role.

BUDGET & TIMELINE
Casa de Amparo respectfully requests $100,000.00 to improve the parking lot at our San Marcos, CA campus. The project will include asphalt replacement and landscaping in the parking lot. This capital investment will enable our program participants and staff to use the parking lot more safely, and it will offer the campus a more welcoming aesthetic upon participants’ arrival. Following the receipt of three project quotes from local vendors by the end of June 2024, Casa de Amparo will select one vendor to begin and complete the project. The estimated cost of the project will include initial site assessment and planning, preparing the parking lot for the necessary improvements, replacement of the entire parking lot’s asphalt, and landscaping in and around the area. We aim to have the project completed by the end of Fall 2024. Once complete, and with proper care and maintenance, the new parking lot is expected to last at least 25–30 years.

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APPLICANT INFORMATION
Organization Name: Federal Unique Entity
Identification Number
Address: Contact Phone:

Contact person/title: Contact email:

Organization Type:  Nonprofit  For-profit  Local public agency  State public agency Other (Please specify)
Please describe the mission/purpose of organization:

Please provide the o rganization date of incorporation and n umber of years providing proposed program/project?
Please describe the organization staff positions directly responsible for the proposed program and their qualifications and experience:

Please indicate your agency's level of experience with the CDBG program:
 No or little experience (up to 1 year o f using CDBG funds)  Some experience (2 to 3 years of using CDBG funds)
 Moderate experi ence (4 to 5 years of using CDBG funds)  Considerable experience (more than 5 years of using CDBG funds)

PROJECT/PROGRAM INFOMATION
Please provide implementation schedule for proposed project or program, including important steps such as hiring staff, obtaining bids, acquiring property, etc. If project involves property acquisition or construction, include plans, scope of work, cost estimates, or other applicable documents in appendices.

Community Resource Center (CRC)
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650 2nd Street, Encinitas, CA 92024
760-230-6318
Rebecca Nussbaum
[email protected]
Community Resource Center’s mission is to help our neighbors create paths to healthy food, stable homes and safe relationships.

CRC was incorporated on 11/26/79 and is now in its 45th year of operation.

Rebecca Nussbaum, Chief Program Officer, will have program oversight responsibility. She joined Community Resource Center in 2006. Rebecca holds a regional leadership position with the San Diego Domestic Violence Council, serving on the Executive Team. She is also active at the state level, serving on the Board of Directors for the California Partnership to End Domestic Violence. Rebecca holds a Bachelor of Arts in psychology from the University of California, San Diego and a Master of Arts in nonprofit leadership and management from the University of San Diego.

Corrie McCoy, Chief Operating Officer, joined CRC in May 2021. She has a Bachelor of Science, Bachelor of Arts and Master in Business Administration in accounting with more than 25 years of accounting and finance experience in for-profit and nonprofit organizations, and 14 years of fund accounting in the U.S. military. She also has an expertise in process improvement and qualitative research and analysis.

CRC has fully implemented, ongoing homelessness prevention programs in Carlsbad including City of Carlsbad Rapid Rehousing, 2023-24 CDBG grant, and an employment and benefits specialist. This 2024-25 program will be fully operational upon award and continue throughout the grant term.
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Describe steps already completed or to be completed to initiate project. These may include community support, staffing, securing an appropriate location, marketing, and networking.

Describe the program’s timeline with dates and times, including the earliest possible start dates, end dates, and milestones as applicable.

Describe the work to be performed, including the activities to be undertaken or the services to be provided and the goals and objectives of the program/project:

How accessible or convenient is the proposed program/project to Carlsbad residents? (Please be specific such as direct services to client’s home, transportation provided to and from facility, or relation to public transportation.)

Does your agency focus its activities on populations with special needs? If yes, please specify population (Homeless households, persons with disabilities, persons with substance abuse, veterans, farmworkers, seniors, children, etc.)

Please describe how low-and-moderate income persons will benefit from the proposed program/project.

What is the approximate percentage of your clients that have annual family incomes in each of the following ranges: (Percentages should add to 100%)
% of clients are at 30 percent or below of the area median income _ % of clients are between 31 and 50 percent of the area median income. % of clients are between 51 and 80 percent of the area median income % of clients are above 80 percent of the area median income CRC has completed everything necessary to initiate the project because the 2024-25 project will be a continuation of the successful, 2023-24 CDBG program which served 9 households:

• CRC has an office in Carlsbad with resident staff providing case management services to Carlsbad residents • CRC partners with affordable housing complexes in Carlsbad including La Costa Paloma, Cassia Heights, Hunter’s Point, Glen Ridge, Laurel Tree, and Mariposa Apartments, providing outreach to low-income households and receiving referrals from apartment managers for households that are struggling to pay rent • CRC provides economically vulnerable low-income households with food programs, financial literacy and employment assistance, intensive case management, and other social services that help families remain stably housed • CRC has an ongoing Rapid Rehousing program with the City of Carlsbad • CRC has a resale store in Carlsbad available to Carlsbad residents. Participants receive household essentials and quality clothing. The community at large contributes to the efforts to support Carlsbad residents Project term will be 7/1/24 through 6/30/25.

In full alignment with the City’s updated Homeless Action Plan priority to develop and maintain the city’s capacity to prevent and reduce homelessness, CRC will serve 25 economically vulnerable households in Carlsbad, including domestic violence (DV) survivors and their children, who are at imminent risk of experiencing homelessness - in danger of losing their primary nighttime residence and lacking the resources or support networks needed to stabilize their housing, prioritizing seniors, veterans, and families based on each household’s need. Available assistance includes assessment to determine utility of diversion as an initial strategy, rental arrears, late fees, landlord mediation/advocacy, one-time rental assistance, security deposits, utility deposit or arrears, bridge housing motel vouchers (to bridge gap between housing to housing), employment assistance (transportation), or assistance with other costs related to household’s ability to prevent homelessness.

Carlsbad residents have remote access through CRC’s online client assistance portal or via telephonic or in person appointments with case managers at CRC’s office in Carlsbad. The office is accessible by bus or other public transportation. CRC also offers mobile case management in which case managers travel to the client’s location.

The special needs populations that CRC serves are individuals and families experiencing homelessness or at risk of imminent homelessness, including those escaping domestic violence. • CRC provides ongoing food distribution and optional case management to seniors in the community. The majority of participants have at least one trauma-induced barrier to self- sufficiency and wellness such as substance abuse or mental health issues. • Case Managers work with clients to address identified barriers. • Staff regularly receive training on how to provide culturally competent services for the underserved populations CRC serves. • Services are available in Spanish, to better serve the Hispanic/Latino population, which comprises approximately 39% of CRC’s clients.

Low- and moderate-income residents of Carlsbad will benefit from CRC’s proposed Homeless Prevention program by helping them overcome personal, economic, health and social justice barriers that threaten their ability to maintain their housing and avoid experiencing homelessness. The median price to rent a home greatly exceeds median family income and disproportionately impacts women and people of color. The barrier is greater for those experiencing homelessness or at imminent risk of homelessness. Approximately 13.3% of the county’s 3.3 million population have incomes below poverty level and spend nearly 70% of their income on rent. (2-1-1 San Diego 211SD).

The project will benefit and serve low-income, economically insecure Carlsbad residents who are at risk of experiencing homelessness, including survivors of domestic violence (DV). CRC’s services directly focus on the City’s Consolidated Plan priority to prevent and reduce homelessness by providing homeless prevention services to Carlsbad individuals and families who are on the verge of experiencing homelessness. These prevention activities will include client financial assistance, case management or counseling efforts that will result in Carlsbad residents obtaining or maintaining permanent housing. 100
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Please indicate the number of clients benefiting from the proposed activity and the percentage that are Carlsbad residents.

Persons of which % are Carlsbad residents
Does your organization charge recipients for the provided services?  No  Yes (Please specify) $_______
How does your organization provide language access to recipients with less than proficient English?

How will recipients’ information be collected and documented?

How will the outcomes be measured, collected, and documented?

Describe collaboration with other agencies, such as the County Continuum of Care and other non-profit organizations and/or agencies to form a cohesive approach in serving the low income and most vulnerable populations.

FINANCIAL INFORMATION

CDBG Grant Request: $ Total Project/Program Cost: $

Did you receive any of the following sources of funding from the City of Carlsba d within the last two fiscal years (2022-2023 and 2023-2024) for the proposed program/project? CDBG
Community Activity Funding
General Funds
Other (specify):
 Yes  No
 Yes  No
 Yes  No
 Yes  No
If you have received federal funds, including CDBG funds, in previous years, have program violation findings ever been made against your agency/organization? If yes, please explain nature of finding(s) and how finding(s) has been addressed by your organization.

100
Services including homelessness prevention, social services and the Food & Nutrition Center are offered in English and Spanish to better serve the Hispanic/Latino population which comprises approximately 39% of the client population. If services are needed in additional languages, staff have access to translation assistance through AT&T USA Direct In-Language Service, Google Translate, 711-TTY for participants who are hearing impaired (although we have a staff member that speaks American Sign Language), and License to Freedom, a San Diego County non-profit organization that serves immigrant DV survivors and offers translation assistance in numerous languages. CRC provides timely, meaningful access to all agency programs and activities for Limited English Proficient (LEP) persons.

CRC collects and documents beneficiary information using an intake form and documents provided by the client in person or by using CRC’s secure online client portal.

The metrics and measurements for Homeless Prevention services are:
• 100% of individuals who receive prevention assistance will be offered access to CRC’s case management services, financial independence counseling or housing search assistance. • 85% of all housing participants retain or exit to permanent housing at case closure. • 80% of the total number of households who participate in integrative case management services will work with a case manager to develop a personalized self-sufficiency plan focused on eliminating barriers to self-sufficiency.

CRC uses the software Efforts to Outcomes (ETO) to track individual and programmatic progress. CRC developed key performance indicators (KPI) for the organization and each program including Social Services Homeless Prevention. CRC's Data Specialist collaborates with program staff to develop program performance metrics, trains staff how to collect data, and provides analysis for reporting and evaluation.

CRC works closely with Carlsbad's faith-based community through the Interfaith Shelter Network for which Pilgrim Church and Christ Presbyterian in La Costa serve as winter shelters. As noted earlier, CRC partners with affordable housing complexes in Carlsbad including La Costa Paloma, Cassia Heights, Hunter’s Point, Glen Ridge, Laurel Tree and Mariposa Apartments, providing outreach to low-income households and receiving referrals from apartment managers for households that are struggling to pay rent. CRC also works collaboratively with La Posada, Interfaith Community Services and the City of Carlsbad. 77,732
1,183,783
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Did you receive any federal funds, including CDBG funding from other cities? If so, please describe source, year(s), and amounts.

Source
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-
-
Amount
$
$
$

PROPOSED BUDGET
Category/Item CDBG Request Other Sources Total
Wages/Salaries $ $ $
Personnel Benefits $ $ $
Materials and Supplies $ $ $
Rent and Utilities $ $ $
Direct Program Expenses $ $ $
Mileage $ $ $
Other: ______________________ $ $ $
TOTAL $ $ $

Please further describe “Other Sources” from previous table.

Category/Item Other Sources Describe source and whether funding is secured or anticipated
Wages/Salaries $
Personnel Benefits $
Materials and Supplies $
Rent and Utilities $
Direct Program Expenses $
Mileage $
Other: ____________________ $
TOTAL $

If your project or program requires ongoing funding, please describe how the program or project will continue to be funded.

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30,000
13,650
496,102
509,752
4,505
122,764
127,269
53,085
382,115
435,200
6,492
105,070
111,562
77,732
1,106,051
1,183,783
Wages, personnel benefits, direct program expenses, and indirect will be drawn from: HUD CoC Rapid Rehousing - $248,204 (secured), Carlsbad Rapid Rehousing - $794,839 (secured)
Carsbad Encapment Resolution Funds - $147,248 - (secured) Carlsbad Employment and Benefits Specialist- $140,000 (anticipated) Encinitas Opening Doors - $138,700 (anticipated)
indirect costs
CRC is funded by a diverse range of government and private grants, business and community donations, fundraising event revenue, in-kind services and food donations, and revenue from CRC Resale stores. CRC is the coastal North County leader in providing high impact stabilization services that assist families facing homelessness because of job loss or inadequate income in keeping permanent housing. These positive outcomes have resulted in long-term funding by both government and private grantors. 496,102
1,106,051
105,070
382,115
122,764
Indirect costs
City of Encinitas
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CERTIFICATION

I, the undersigned, do hereby attest that the a bove information is true and correct to the best of my knowledge.

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Signature Title Date

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Signature Title Date

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Chief Executive Officer
Chief Operating Officer
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2024 Carlsbad CDBG Executive Summary
Community Resource Center (CRC) will provide Homeless Prevention services and supportive social services for individuals residing in Carlsbad, including domestic violence (DV) survivors and their children and victims of crime or abuse. Homeless Prevention assistance is for Carlsbad households at imminent risk of homelessness - in danger of losing their primary nighttime residence and lacking the resources or support networks needed to stabilize their housing, prioritizing seniors, veterans, and families, based on each household’s need. Available assistance includes assessment to determine utility of Diversion as an initial strategy, rental or utility arrears, late fees, landlord mediation/advocacy, one- time rental assistance, security or utility deposits, bridge housing motel vouchers (to bridge gap between housing to housing), employment assistance (transportation), or assistance with other costs related to household’s ability to prevent homelessness. CRC does not charge fees to participants for any of the services described.

CRC will assist 25 Carlsbad residents with Homeless Prevention services and supportive social services. CRC estimates the annual program cost for direct assistance per client is in the range of $1,000 to $3,000, depending on client need. This year, the City provided substantial funds for homeless intervention (Carlsbad Rapid Rehousing) together with CDBG funds for homeless prevention. This request will fill a funding gap for homeless prevention assistance and is fully aligned with the City’s Homeless Action Plan strategic priority to develop and maintain the City’s capacity to prevent and reduce homelessness and its impacts on the community (emphasis added).

Please see the attached Homeless Prevention Project Budget – Program Budget HP nC Carlsbad CDBG 24.pdf. CRC will use CDBG funds provided by the City of Carlsbad to supplement or expand services. CRC does not have other funds for the proposed services but can scale the number of Carlsbad residents served to the amount awarded. CRC will continue to expand its presence in Carlsbad and continue its other activities for Carlsbad residents.

CRC has not identified any matching funding. If Carlsbad CDBG funds are granted, CRC may be able to identify the granted funds as a match for other grants where applicable, increasing the leverage and value of each grant.

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TOTAL AWARD: 77,732 $
Year 1T o t a l
Salaries 13,650 $        13,650$
Benefits 4,505 $           4,505$
Occupancy ‐$               ‐ $
Travel ‐$               ‐ $
Supplies ‐$               ‐ $
Communications & Technology ‐$               ‐ $
Client Assistance 53,085 $        53,085$
Total Direct Costs 71,240 $        71,240$
Indirect Costs 6,492$           6,492$
Total Program Costs 77,732$        77,732$

68.3%
25 $2,123
$3,887
CRC
Homelessness Prevention Budget
Current Direct Expense
Percentage
Households served
Average rent per household
(arrears + rental assistance)
Average total cost per
household
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ATTACHMENT A

City of Carlsbad CDBG FY2024-2025
Executive Summary

Project Overview:

Interfaith Community Services (Interfaith) respectfully requests $ 72,654 to provide critical community services at its Carlsbad Service Center to address priorities identified by the City of Carlsbad to benefit low-and moderate -income persons. Services will include h omelessness prevention and h ousing stabilization, basic needs assistance, supportive services, and employment development. Together, these services will impact the lives of more than 200 Carlsbad individuals and support them in a time of crisis.

Carlsbad residents will have con venient access to services through Interfaith’s Carlsbad Service Center, located at 5731 Palmer Way. Free parking is available on site and the service center is located on the El Camino Real thoroughfare, accessible by public transportation (Breeze Route 309). The center is staffed by bilingual Case Managers, with services available by appointment and provided free of charge.

Over a 12-month grant period, funding from the Carlsbad CDBG program will provide:
• Rental assistance and emergency housing case management to prevent or rapidly reverse homelessness to 20 Carlsbad households;
• Employment and education assistance essential for gaining and retaining employment and/or achieving education requirements to at least 20 individuals.
• Basic needs (e.g., emergency food and hyg iene kits) to at least 200 unduplicated Carlsbad individuals and their families;

Key Project Staff:

Vannessa Marshall, Coastal Services Director, brings over 10 years of experience in the nonprofit field.

Marshall joined Interfaith in 2015 as the TYA Pro gram Manager, extended her portfolio to include the Carlsbad Service Center , and was promoted to Director of Coastal Services in 2023. In this capacity, Marshall oversees Interfaith’s service centers in Carlsbad and Oceanside, as well as veteran employment and youth development programs. Marshall earned her B.A. in Liberal Studies from CSU-San Marcos and is currently pursuing a Masters degree in Nonprofit Management and Leadership at USD.

Holly Herring, Program Manager of the Carlsbad Service Center, joined Interfaith in August 2023 and has specialized in Behavioral Health services in Homeless Outreach in the local region since 2019.

Lindsey Cordada, Case Manager, joined the team at the Carlsbad Service Center just over a year ago and previously worked at a homeless shelter in the area . She is currently pursuing a Masters in Social Work.

Cordada is bilingual and fluent in Spanish.

Aileen Sanchez, Case Manager, joined Interfaith in November 2023. She brings over 4 years of prior case management experience in the local area. Sanchez is bilingual and fluent in Spanish.

In addition to these project -specific personnel, Filipa Rios, Chief Program Officer, and Lauren Varner, Director of Grants and Compliance will provide senior leadership support to assure program success. These positions will ensure personnel, material, data collection and evaluation, and other support for the operation of the service center.

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ATTACHMENT A

Budget:

Interfaith is requesting $ 72,654 in CDBG funding. This is 1 1% of to tal annual project costs of $ 491,548.

CDBG funds will support rental assistance and emergency financial assistance for low -income Carlsbad residents at risk of homelessness, occupancy expenses, and a portion of key staff positions which facilitate client services and program supervision of the Carlsbad Service Center.

Budget Summary
Salaries: .05 Program Manager; two (2) .1 FTE Case Managers, and .15 FTE Intake Specialist
$17,444
Personnel Benefits: calculated at 35% $6,105
Materials and Supplies $2,600
Rent, Utilities & Occupancy $5,500
Program expenses: calculation includes 15 households x avg of $2,000 rental assistance and 20 individuals x $150 flexible funds.
$33,000
Mileage and Transportation $100
Other: Insurance, staff training, copier, 10% Admin $7,105 Total Requested Funding $72,654

Timeline:

Interfaith is fully prepared to initiate the proposed CDBG project immediately upon contract execution with the City of Carlsbad. The staffing, facility space, and program policies and procedures are in place at Interfaith’s Carlsbad Service Center. This p roject will strengthen existing programs that provide housing assistance, food and hygiene items, and employment assistance to low-income Carlsbad residents.

Key milestones will include:
− Contract Initiation: May 2024 (City Council approval of allocations) − Grant Kick-Off Meeting: Within 7 days of contract initiation − Contract Services Initiated: Within 15 days of contract initiation − Marketing and Networking: Within 30 days of contract initiation and ongoing. − Performance Reporting: Prepare and submit reports, as required. Monitor progress towards stated performance goals. Project team to adjust, as needed.
− Contract End Date: 12 months following contract initiation May 7, 2024
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Attachment – Staff Descriptions

Amalea Romero, Managing Attorney (Bilingual Spanish), has over 5 years of experience on the fair housing team , in addition to over 1 year prior to that of experience in eviction defense litigation. She has significant experience representing clients in affirmative housing discrimination complaints in state and federal court and with HUD or CRD. She will provide oversight to the project and serve as point of contact for the City.

Janeth Castaneda, Testing Coordinator (Bilingual Spanish), has over 4 years of experience with complaint intake, educational training /outreach in English and Spanish, and testing under the Fair Housing Act. She currently coordinates and will continue to manage all Carlsbad testing.

Gauri Bhirud, Staff Attorney, has over one year of experience with Legal Aid in eviction defense litigation, including discovery, law and motion, and trial work, as well as conciliating reasonable accommodation requests. She will provide outreach and education services as well as enforcement activities including counsel, advice, investigations, conciliations, and representation to Carlsbad residents.

Fabiola Bautista , Advocate (Bilingual Spanish), has over 5 months of fair housing experience investigating housing discrimination cases, in addition to 2 years’ experience with Legal Aid’s intake team prior to joining fair housing . She will provide outreach and education services as well as screen intake calls and investigate fair housing complaints for Carlsbad residents .

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Legal Aid Society of San Diego
Attachment – Project/Program Information

Please provide implementation schedule for proposed project or program, including important steps such as hiring staff, obtaining bids, acquiring property, etc. If project involves property acquisition or construction, include plans, scope of work, cost estimates, or other applicable documents in appendices.

Because we are an established fair housing program, LASSD already has policies and staff in place to ensure quality services are timely completed under this contract. We have experienced, existing staff ready to begin providing services immediately upon ex ecution and start of the contract.

In the first quarter, LASSD will review these policies and confirm systems and plans are in place to ensure grant deliverables are completed in a timely manner throughout the grant year.

The Managing Attorney and Accounting Department will provide progress reports to the City on a quarterly basis. LASSD will be able to measure program effectiveness and timeliness by tracking and ensuring completion of deliverable goals in a manner that is both efficient and high quality. Regular review of progress will allow the program to redirect staff time and efforts if necessary to meet or exceed all contract requirements.

Describe steps already completed or to be completed to initiate project. These may include community support, staffing, securing an appropriate location, marketing, and networking.

As previously stated, LASSD currently operates a high-quality fair housing program that conducts the activities proposed under the grant and is therefore ready to initiate the project immediately. We have three offices throughout San Diego County, including one in North County in San Marcos. LASSD regularly conducts outreach and training and will be able to seamlessly continue those ongoing efforts. Similarly, our testing program is already establis hed and staffed with experienced testing coordinators that can begin testing activities immediately.

Finally, we are already staffed with several experienced advocates and attorneys that can continue providing direct client services.

Describe the program’s timeline with dates and times, including the earliest possible start dates, end dates, and milestones as applicable.

Quarterly reports will provide the City with updates on progress toward required deliverables, which will be completed between July 1, 2024 and June 30, 2025.

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Describe the work to be performed, including the activities to be undertaken or the services to be provided and the goals and objectives of the program/project:

LASSD will provide comprehensive legal services regarding Fair Housing, including education and outreach services; testing services; referral, counsel, advice, and brief services; and representation for enforcement of federal and state fair housing laws. The goals and objectives of the program are to increase community knowledge on fair housing rights and obligations, investigate and combat housing discrimination, and enforc e fair housing laws.

How accessible or convenient is the proposed program/project to Carlsbad residents? (Please be specific such as direct services to client’s home, transportation provided to and from facility, or relation to public transportation.)
LASSD’s North County office is located at 100 E. San Marcos Blvd., San Marcos, CA 92069 . Walk- ins are welcome and we are open Monday through Friday (except holidays) from 9am–5pm. The office is ADA compliant and is located along a major public transit line. In addition, we accommodate clients in various ways, including by offering site visits to clients’ homes or other convenient locations or phone or web -cam appointments . The Fair Housing Team also has a Case Manager that can connect clients to other services, such as f ree or affordable transportation services.

Does your agency focus its activities on populations with special needs? If yes, please specify population (Homeless households, persons with disabilities, persons with substance abuse, veterans, farmworkers, seniors, children, etc.)
LASSD’s Fair Housing Team provides free assistance to anyone that feels they have experienced housing discrimination or has landlord -tenant questions. As such, many of our clients are members of protected classes and vulnerable populations . For example, many clients we serve have mental or physical disabilities and an overwhelming majority are low income. Our staff are trauma-informed and trained to help applicants and clients overcome would -be barriers to service. We regularly conduct outreach through Homeless Court and we assist people living i n homelessness to utilize their fair housing rights to strengthen their ability to gain stable housing.

We also work to prevent homelessness by enforcing fair housing laws to keep people housed.

Currently, we have HUD Education and Outreach Initiative grants focused on expanding fair housing knowledge and enforcement for recipients of rental assistance and members of the LGBTQ+ community.

Please describe how low -and-moderate income persons will benefit from the proposed program/project.

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An overwhelming majority of the clients we assist are low or extremely low income. Such persons face additional obstacles to finding and maintaining housing , making them more susceptible to discrimination and housing instability . Our services provide free legal support to those individuals to empower them to assert their fair housing rights to help maintain safe and stable housing.

How does your organization provide language access to recipients with less than proficient English?
For clients and community members that have Limited English Proficiency (LEP), LASSD has staff that speak nearly all of the threshold languages for San Diego County (Spanish, Vietnamese, Arabic, Tagalog, Chinese). In addition, for this project specifically, LASSD’s Fair Housing program has multiple staff members that are fluent in Spanish and one staff member that speaks Marathi and Hindi . LASSD tests and tracks staff that speak threshold languages in the County.

LASSD’s phone system provides options for English and Spanish. Applicants and clients who visit our office locations can use language cards to indicate their language needs. In addition, LASSD contracts with multiple third -party translation services to ens ure all applicants and clients can fully access our services regardless of LEP status. LASSD uses Voiance, which provides 24/7 phone translation service in all languages and is pre -programmed on each staff member’s phone to ensure easy access. Also, LASSD contracts with another translation service, ALTA, for written translations. For clients who use American Sign Language (ASL), LASSD has staff that can communicate using ASL and LASSD uses either ALTA or a Deaf Access Program, Deaf Community Services of San Diego, Inc., for interpreter services.

How will recipients’ information be collected and documented? LASSD utilizes JusticeServer, a comprehensive case management system, which captures, maintains, and shares data. JusticeServer captures data necessary for quarterly reports, such as applicant income, demographic data, complaint basis, case notes, and resolution.

How will the outcomes be measured, collected, and documented? LASSD measures outcomes in various ways, including with JusticeServer, a comprehensive data management system, which captures, maintains, and shares data ; and assists LASSD in managing the output and outcomes of program deliverables for the project. JusticeServer captures data necessary for quarterly reports , and grant progress and quarterly reports are securely stored on SharePoint/Teams which allows staff to review, share, and update their progress.

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Describe collaboration with other agencies, such as the County Continuum of Care and other non-profit organizations and/or agencies to form a cohesive approach in serving the low income and most vulnerable populations.

LASSD has provided free legal services to San Diego County for over a century. As such, we have deep ties to the community and meaningful partnerships with other agencies. For example, LASSD is part of the San Diego Eviction Prevention Collaborative , which is a network of non - profit agencies providing housing services throughout the County . The purpose of the Collaborative is to maximize resources and streamline referrals to and from collaborative partners, and to ensure partners are up -to-date with substantive legal developments .

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Housing and Homeless Services Department
1200 Carlsbad Village Drive  Carlsbad, CA 92008  760-434-2810 t

EXECUTIVE SUMMARY
In addition to your Community Development Block Grant funding application , please complete the following supplemental questionnaire .
→THEME: A theme was not selected for this funding year. Preference will be given to the applications which specifically address the Consolidated Plan Priorities, however applications for unrelated services are eligible for submission.

ORGANIZATION: Legal Aid Society of San Diego

1. In 250 words or less, please describe how your organization will be us ing the requested funds.

LASSD’s Fair Housing team is comprised of highly skilled attorneys, advocates, and testing coordinators with expertise in fair housing laws. We will use the funds to ensure that meritorious fair housing claims are investigated and the appropriate enforcement path is chosen when necessary. All deliverables will be accomplished between July 1, 2024, and June 30, 2025.

LASSD will investigate alleged violations of federal, state, and local discrimination laws using standard fair housing investigative methodology. After there has been a determination that a claim is meritorious, LASSD will gather facts, witnesses, documents, and develop respondent profiles. Other investigative methodologies include surveys and interviews of in-place tenants , interviews of past tenants, and testing.

LASSD will provide information and referrals on non-fair housing landlord -tenant issues.

After a case is accepted for enforcement, LASSD will explain all enforcement options to the client and will work with the client to determine which is best for their situation, which may include conciliation, administrative proceedings, or litigation.

Additionally , a key aspect of the fair housing program is comprehensive outreach and education to the public regarding fair housing protections and obligations. LASSD will use the funds to support and expand outreach efforts to provide high quality fair housing education to the Carlsbad community, including tenants, homeowners, housing providers, community organizations, and City staff.

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testing coordinators have significant expertise and maintain updated testing methodologies for implementation of a high -quality testing program.

LASSD’s comprehensive fair housing services will increase and preserve affordable housing opportunities for low - and moderate -income households by helping residents overcome barriers to housing, such as discrimination against Section 8 recipients .

LASSD’s project will also prevent and reduce homelessness by ensuring that residents are not denied housing or removed from their existing housing in violation of fair housing laws, such as a landlord’s refusal to grant a reasonable accommodation that would allow a person with a disability to remain in their home.

The key staff responsible for this project are Janeth Castaneda , testing coordinator ; Fabiola Bautista , advocate; and Gauri Bhirud , staff attorney. Additionally, Managing Attorney, Amalea Romero, will provide oversight to the project and serve as point of contact for the City.

2. Attach a budget showing the specific line -item breakdown on how you arrived at the funding request.

Please see attached.

3. Describe how you r organization will be able to advance your program if you do not receive the entire funding request. What is your funding threshold before you can no longer provide the intended services or supplies you are seeking?

The minimum amount required to advance the program is $ 25,000. If we do not receive the entire funding request it will not be possible to provide all the current fair housing services we provide in Carlsbad. If we do not receive the entire funding request it may also jeopardize our other North County Fair Housing contracts since LASSD leverages these funds to staff our fair housing team.

4. Does your organization charge a fee for accessing your services or supplies? If so, please describe the rational for this fee.

No.

5. Will the funding of this program with a CDBG grant allow you to receive a matching grant from another organization? If so, where would those funds come from and how much would that grant be in dollars?

Not applicable.

6. If your funding is approved, how many Carlsbad residents will you be able to assist?

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LASSD is on track to assist over 146 Carlsbad residents this year and expects that demand for fair housing services will only increase with rising cost of living and continuing effects from the pandemic. LASSD anticipates assisting 146 Carlsbad residents in the upcoming year if we receive the entire funding request.

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City of Carlsbad
Personnel
Tester -Janett Castaneda 12,803.77
Tester CoordinatorAnicia Frazier 2,120.28
SUBTOTAL 14,924
Employee Benefits 3,427.62
TOTAL PERSONNEL 18,352
Non-Personnel
Supplies 300
Postage 25
Printing/Duplication 150
Contracted Services 651
Tests Cost 500
Fees 500
Litigation Expenses 376
Transportation/Mileage for staff 150
Insurance 60
Space Cost 250
Telephone 60
TOTAL NON-PERSONNEL 3,022
TOTAL 21,374
Approved Indirect @ 24.3% of Salaries 3,627
25,000$

LEGAL AID SOCIETY OF SAN DIEGO

PROPOSED BUDGET
July 1, 2024 to June 30, 2025
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PUBLIC IIIWUNG
NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN, the City Council of the City ofC&rlsbad will conduct a public hearing on Tuesday, May 7, 202 ♦, at 5 p.m. for the city's Community Development lllock Grant (COBG) program Fiscal Year (FY) 2024-25 (July 1, 202♦ - June 30, 2025) Action Plan. The City of Carlsbad will release the draf\ FY 2024-25 Annual Action Plan for a 30-day public re­ view period beginning on Monday, Apr. 8, 2024, and ending on 'Iuesday, May 7, 2024 .

The CDBG program is funded by t.he U.S. Department of Housing and Urban l>e\-ek>pment (HUD). The City of Carlsbad is an entillcmeot community and receives CDBG funds directly from Ii UD to add~ klcaJ community development needs. For FY 2024 ·25, lhe Cit,y of Carls­ bad will receh'e an estimated annua.l entitlement grant of $518,215. The draft. FY 2024-25 Annual Action Plan describes the propose<I projects and programs to be fund~.

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NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN, the City Council of the City of Carlsbad will conduct a public hearing on Tuesday, May 7, 2024, at 5 p.m . for the city's Community Development Block Grant {CDBG) program Fiscal Year {FY) 2024-25 (July 1, 2024 -June 30, 2025) Action Plan. The City of Carlsbad will release the draft FY 2024-25 Annual Action Plan for a 30-day public review period beginning on Monday , Apr. 8, 2024, and ending on Tuesday, May 7, 2024.

The CDBG program is funded by the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development {HUD).

The City of Carlsbad is an entitlement community and receives CDBG funds directly from HUD to address local community development needs. For FY 2024-25, the City of Carlsbad will receive an estimated annual entitlement grant of $518,215. The draft FY 2024-25 Annual Action Plan describes the propo sed project s and program s to be funded .

The draft FY 2024-25 Annual Action Plan will be available for 30-day public review beginning on Monday , April 8, 2024, on the city' s web site : http s://www .carlsbadca.gov/city -hall/grant s­ assistance/cdbg. Those with interest are encouraged to submit written comment s and/or attend the public hearing scheduled for May 7, 2024, 5 p.m., at Carlsbad City Hall located at 1200 Carlsbad Village Drive, Carlsbad, CA 92008. Copies of the staff report will be available by Friday, May 3, 2024, on the city' s web site : https ://www .carlsbadca.gov/city -hall/meeting s-agendas. The meeting can be viewed online at https ://www .carlsbadca.gov/city -hall/meeting s-agendas or on the city's cable channel.

To submit comments or direct questions, or to obtain a copy of the staff report, please contact Housing & Homeless Services Department Program Manager Nicole Piano-Jones at (442) 339- 2191 or nicole.pianojones@carlsbadca .gov.

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CITY OF CARLSBAD

CITY COUNCIL
FY 2024-25 ANNUAL ACTION PLAN

FOR COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT

BLOCK GRANT PROGRAM
Nicole Piano-Jones, Senior Program Manager
Housing & Homeless Services
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TODAY’S MEETING
• Community Development Block Grant
(CDBG) Overview
• Public Hearing
• FY 2024-25 Annual Action Plan
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CDBG OVERVIEW
• City of Carlsbad Entitlement Grantee
• Administered by Federal Housing & Urban
Development Department (HUD)
• Annual grant ~ $500,000
• Requirements include planning and public
participation
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Nov. 17, 2023 - Jan. 12, 2024
Applications available
May 7, 2024
City Council considers approval
of FY 2024-25 Action Plan
Mar . 14, 2024
Housing Commission
recommends grant
awards
Oct. 17, 2023
City Council approves
FY 2024-25 CDBG
Funding Plan
Apr. 8 – May 7, 2024
Public review of draft
FY 2024-25 CDBG Action Plan
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FY 2024-25 FUNDING

AVAILABLE REQUESTS
• Public Services (15% cap) $77,732 $195,386
• Admin/Fair Housing (20% cap) $103,643 $103,643
• Housing & Facilities (No cap) $336,840 $336,840 FY 2024-25 ESTIMATED AWARD $518,215
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PUBLIC SERVICES

ORGANIZATION PROGRAM REQUEST RECOMMEND
Brother Benno Rent/Utility Assistance/Motel
Vouchers/Substance Abuse $20,000 $0*
Catholic Charities La Posada de Guadalupe
Shelter $25,000 $0*
Community
Resource Center
Homelessness Prevention
Carlsbad Residents $77,732 $21,765
Interfaith
Community Services
Rental Assistance, Emergency
Support, Basic Needs $72,654 $55,967
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FAIR HOUSING & ADMINISTRATION

ORGANIZATION PROGRAM REQUEST RECOMMEND
Legal Aid Society of
San Diego Fair Housing Services $25,000 $25,000
City of Carlsbad Program
Administration $78,643 $78,643
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FACILITIES & HOUSING

ORGANIZATION PROGRAM REQUEST RECOMMEND
Casa de Amparo Facility Improvement $100,000 $100,000
City of Carlsbad Affordable Housing $236,840 $236,840
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FY 2024-25 FUNDING
• Plan for Program Income
• Public Services (up to 15% cap)
• Admin/Fair Housing (up to 20% cap)
• Remaining to Affordable Housing Activities
Program Income
Adjustments – Once Grant is Known
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• Public Services (15% cap)
• Admin/Fair Housing (20% cap)
• Remaining to Affordable
Housing Activities
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City Council Adopt a resolution;
Approving the Community Development
Block Grant Program FY 2024-25 Annual
Action Plan for Submission to the U.S.

Department of Housing and Urban
Development.

RECOMMENDATION
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