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Report of the City Clerk of the City Council and Housing Authority, re: Posting of Agenda.

The Agenda for the Tuesday, August 19, 2025 joint public meeting of the City Council and Housing Authority was posted on
August 15, 2025
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JOINT PUBLIC MEETING
of the City Council and Housing Authority is hereby called to meet at

3:00 PM
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Tuesday, August 19, 2025
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2nd Floor, Glendale, CA 91206 to consider the following item(s) of business, to wit;

1. Community Development, re: Program Proposals for Lower Income Rental/Utility Housing Assistance
a. City Council Motion Approving Preliminary Selection of Housing Assistance Programs and Authorizing Staff to Proceed with Preliminary Program Planning for Selected Housing Assistance Programs Using Anticipated LACAHSA Funding, Pending Final Funding Approval and Compliance with LACAHSA Requirements

2. Community Development, re:

Authorization to Enter Into a Memorandum of
Understanding With the Los Angeles County Affordable Housing Solutions Agency for the Disbursement of Measure A Funds for Affordable Housing in Glendale a. City Council Motion to Authorizing the Execution of a Memorandum of Understanding With the Los Angeles County Affordable Housing Solutions Agency for the Disbursement of Measure A Funds for Affordable Housing in Glendale

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CITY OF GLENDALE, CALIFORNIA
REPORT TO THE JOINT MEETING: GLENDALE CITY COUNCIL AND

GLENDALE HOUSING AUTHORITY

AGENDA ITEM
Report: Program Proposals for Lower Income Rental/Utility Housing Assistance

1. City Council Motion Approving Preliminary Selection of Housing Assistance Programs and Authorizing Staff to Proceed with Preliminary Program Planning for Selected Housing Assistance Programs Using Anticipated LACAHSA Funding, Pending Final Funding Approval and Compliance with LACAHSA Requirements.

COUNCIL ACTION
Item Type: Action Item
Approved for August 19, 2025 calendar

EXECUTIVE SUMMARY
This report presents a set of targeted program proposals for City Council consideration to address housing affordability and stability for Glendale renters. The proposals respond to prior Council direction to focus on seniors, persons with disabilities, low-income households, and other high-need populations, while leveraging upcoming funding opportunities from the Los Angeles County Affordable Housing Solutions Agency (LACAHSA) and potential City of Glendale.

Three primary programs are proposed:
Housing Utility Assistance Program – In partnership with Glendale Water & Power (GWP), this program would expand or enhance the existing Glendale Care discount for low-income renters, offer new benefits for targeted groups, or provide a one-time arrears option to prevent shutoffs for qualifying households behind on GWP bills.
Low-Income Family Employment Rental Assistance Program (LIFERAP) – A rental subsidy paired with case management and vocational support for working families with children, proposed as a 6-month rolling model. Temporary Rental Assistance Program – A short-term, flexible rental subsidy 3 of 62

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aimed at preventing immediate eviction, which could also cover back-due rent in full or part, and mediate with landlords to keep tenants housed.

Council may also consider funding a small-scale pilot program for a very specific, underserved population, such as low-income households with disabled children or recently homeless seniors.

Multiple funding allocation scenarios are provided to show how the anticipated $2.1 million in LACAHSA Renter Protection and Homelessness Prevention (RPHP) funding could be distributed across these programs, including options that emphasize broad coverage, targeted assistance, or a balanced mix. Final allocations may be adjusted to comply with LACAHSA requirements once funding terms are finalized.

RECOMMENDATION
That City Council review the proposed Housing Utility Assistance Program, LIFERAP, Temporary Rental Assistance Program, and optional small-scale pilot initiative, and provide preliminary direction on which programs to advance for implementation.

Council may choose to:
Approve funding for one or more programs, with allocations determined based on priorities for reach, target population, and impact.
Direct staff to design a blended approach that funds multiple programs at varying levels to balance immediate eviction prevention, long-term stability, and broad utility cost relief.
Provide preliminary approval contingent on final LACAHSA funding terms, with the understanding that program design and scale may be adjusted to comply with any additional requirements (e.g., mandated allocations for legal services).

Staff further recommends maintaining flexibility in all program designs to allow adjustments in response to demand, funding constraints, and evolving community needs.

ANALYSIS
In June 2025, staff presented a comprehensive report outlining existing rental assistance efforts in Glendale and a range of conceptual program ideas for Council consideration. The report detailed existing programs both federally funded and locally developed initiatives, including Section 8, the Monthly Housing Subsidy Program (MHSP), LIFERAP, Low Income Student Rental Assistance Program (LISRAP), and Emergency Rental Assistance Program (ERAP), along with an assessment of current gaps in coverage and unmet needs among Glendale’s renter population.

As part of that discussion, staff introduced multiple program concepts to address housing instability, including short-term rental subsidies, eviction prevention tools, 4 of 62

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relocation assistance for tenants in exempt units, and creative community-based models. While Council did not take action to fund a specific program at that time, members provided valuable guidance to help refine the City’s approach going forward.

Specifically, Council expressed interest in:
Programs that target seniors and individuals with disabilities, particularly those living on fixed incomes and facing high rent burdens;
Assistance models that address utility affordability and could be implemented in partnership with Glendale Water & Power (GWP);
Opportunities to build on the success of prior local programs, such as LIFERAP.

Staff were directed to return with more fully developed program models that reflect this feedback, included estimated budgets and implementation plans, and provided options that could be implemented either through outside funding or City resources.

Program Proposals
The proposed programs include:
Housing Utility Assistance Program
A utility subsidy program in partnership with GWP to help reduce housing-related costs for low-income renters, (Attachment 1). The program builds on the existing Glendale Care discount program and may include:
oExpanded participation by serving more households;
oIncreased monthly bill credits for existing recipients; oNew benefit for high-need renters (e.g., seniors, persons with disabilities); and
oOne-time arrears assistance to cover overdue GWP bills for tenants at risk of shutoff.
Low Income Family Employment Rental Assistance Program (LIFERAP) A rental assistance and case management program for low-income, working Glendale families with children. LIFERAP supports housing stability and economic self-sufficiency through vocational services, financial education, and monthly trainings, (Attachment 2).
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Temporary Rental Assistance Program
A flexible, short-term rental subsidy aimed at eviction prevention and emergency relief. This program can assist renters who have received eviction notices or are in the process of displacement. Assistance may include payment of back-due rent, or full/partial coverage of rent. The structure can be fixed or adaptable based on need and funding, (Attachment 3).

As part of its overall funding strategy, Council may also consider setting aside a modest amount of funding to support a very limited, highly targeted pilot program. This initiative could focus on a specific, underserved population—such as low-income households with disabled children, recently homeless seniors, or renters facing acute hardships— and provide tailored support on a trial basis.

The goal of this option would be to test a small-scale model that addresses a niche need not fully covered by the broader programs. Council could determine the scale, eligibility criteria, and form of assistance, with flexibility to expand or revise the approach based on results and available resources.

Council may choose to fund any single program or a combination of the above, allocating available dollars according to its goals. A blended approach can allow the City to address both immediate and long-term needs, reach diverse populations, and remain adaptable as program demand evolves.

If LACAHSA funds are used, all selected programs must comply with LACAHSA guidelines. LACAHSA-funded benefits must be provided in consecutive months, and oversight and auditing requirements may necessitate additional City staffing. LACAHSA may impose specific eligibility, reporting, or program design requirements that could limit or alter how these funds are used. As a result, some or all of the proposed programs may need to be modified to comply with final LACAHSA guidelines. Council direction should therefore be considered preliminary and flexible until funding terms are fully confirmed.

A cost and scale comparison of all program options is provided in Attachment 4 to support Council's decision-making.

LACAHSA Funding and Program Integration Opportunities
The recently approved LACAHSA funding presents a critical opportunity to launch new or enhanced support programs for vulnerable Glendale residents. Based on FY 2025– 26 estimates, Glendale is projected to receive approximately $2,105,698 under the RPHP category. An additional $356,167 may be available for Technical Assistance (TA) 6 of 62

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to support program administration and staffing. These allocations are distinct from other Measure A funding streams and will be distributed through a budget process coordinated with LACAHSA.

It is important to note that LACAHSA funding is not yet finalized and may come with additional requirements once fully approved. For example, current discussions at the County level include the possibility of requiring jurisdictions to allocate a fixed percentage of funding (e.g., 20%) toward attorney or legal services for tenants. While neither the percentage nor the requirement itself has been finalized, such conditions could affect the total amount available for direct assistance or alter program design. Staff will monitor developments and update Council as more information becomes available.

Council can provide preliminary approval for these programs now, with the understanding that final funding allocations or program details may need to be adjusted if LACAHSA requirements are adopted. Staff can begin work on any approved programs immediately, keeping flexibility in mind to ensure compliance with final funding conditions.

Funding Allocation Options
If Council elects to use the anticipated $2.1 million in LACAHSA RPHP funding, the allocation can be divided among multiple programs to maximize impact. The three primary programs under consideration include:
Housing Utility Assistance Program (including the arrears option for back-due GWP bills)
LIFERAP (modified to a 6-month rolling cohort model)
Temporary Rental Assistance Program (short-term, high-impact aid for eviction prevention)
Additionally, Council may choose to reserve funds for a small-scale pilot program targeting a specific high-need group (e.g., low-income households with disabled children, recently homeless seniors).

The chart below illustrates three example allocation scenarios using the $2.1 million funding total. These examples are intended to show the range of possible approaches and do not represent staff recommendations. Final program mix and funding levels may be adjusted based on Council priorities, demand, and any final LACAHSA funding requirements. We also have accompanying graphs illustrating these scenarios included as Attachment 5.
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Conclusion
The programs presented in this report offer Council multiple pathways to address Glendale’s housing affordability challenges, building on the City’s history of targeted, high-impact assistance. By leveraging LACAHSA resources alongside potential local funding, the City can provide meaningful relief to low-income renters, prevent avoidable evictions, and support housing stability for vulnerable populations.

Whether implemented individually or in combination, these programs can be scaled to meet Council priorities and funding availability. With preliminary direction, staff can begin program development immediately, incorporating flexibility to adapt to final funding conditions and community feedback.

It is also important to note that the RPHP category discussed here is only one component of Glendale’s total anticipated LACAHSA allocation. Additional funding streams will be available for affordable housing development, homelessness services, and related initiatives. Council’s decisions on the programs in this report should be considered within the broader context of these other funding opportunities, as a coordinated approach across all categories will provide the greatest impact on housing stability and community well-being.

STAKEHOLDERS/OUTREACH
Stakeholder input was not sought during the preparation of this report. $520,000 $450,000
$780,000
$195,000
$455,000
$390,000
$325,000
$780,000
$325,000
$330,000
$195,000 $336,000$130,000
$420,000 $420,000 $420,000 $420,000
380,000 380,000 380,000 380,000
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$500,000
$1,000,000
$1,500,000
$2,000,000
$2,500,000
Scenario A Scenario B Scenario C Scenario D
GWP Utility Assistance Temporary Rental Assistance LIFERAP Small-Scale Pilot Program Attorney Services Staffing
LACAHSA $2 M Funding Allocation Scenarios
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FISCAL IMPACT
The fiscal impact will depend on the program(s) selected by City Council, the scale of implementation, and the final funding source(s). If funded through the anticipated $2.1 million in LACAHSA Renter Protection and Homelessness Prevention allocations, program costs could be covered without drawing on the City’s General Fund.

Example allocation scenarios included in Attachment 5 illustrate how this funding could be divided among the Housing Utility Assistance Program, LIFERAP, the Temporary Rental Assistance Program, and an optional small-scale pilot program. Depending on Council’s selected approach, direct assistance could range from serving several thousand households with modest monthly benefits to assisting a smaller number of households with higher-value, more intensive subsidies.

If LACAHSA funding is not used or is insufficient due to final requirements, Council could choose to use local funds to fully or partially implement these programs. Staff will return with a detailed budget and funding plan once program selections and funding sources are confirmed.

ENVIRONMENTAL REVIEW (CEQA/NEPA)
The preliminary selection of housing assistance programs is not a project “approval” under CEQA because it does not commit the City to a definite course of action with respect to any project that may have a significant effect on the environment. Further, the preliminary selection is not a “project” for CEQA purposes as the housing assistance programs would only be government funding mechanisms that do not involve commitment to any specific project which may have a significant effect on the environment, CEQA Guidelines Section 15378(b)(4).

CAMPAIGN DISCLOSURE
This item is exempt from campaign disclosure requirements.

ALTERNATIVES TO STAFF RECOMMENDATION
Alternative 1: City Council may reject the proposed program options and direct staff to explore alternative program designs or funding strategies.

Alternative 2: City Council may elect to approve only certain programs or modify the funding allocations proposed by staff.

Alternative 4: City Council may elect to consider any other alternative not proposed by staff.
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ADMINISTRATIVE ACTION
Submitted by:

Bradley Calvert, Director of Community Development
Prepared by:

Peter Zovak, Assistant Director of Community Development Sipan Zadoryan, Housing Supervisor
Approved by:

Roubik R. Golanian, P.E., City Manager

EXHIBITS/ATTACHMENTS
Attachment 1: Program Proposal - Housing Utility Assistance Program Attachment 2: Low Income Family Employment & Rental Assistance Program Attachment 3: Program Proposal - Temporary Rental Assistance Program Attachment 4: Program Comparison
Attachment 5: Example Funding Allocation Scenarios
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MOTION
Moved by Council Member__________________________,
seconded by Council Member ___________________________, that the Council approves the Preliminary Selection of Housing Assistance Programs and authorizes staff to proceed with preliminary program planning for selected Housing Assistance Programs using anticipated LACAHSA funding, pending final funding approval and compliance with LACAHSA requirements, as described in the Joint Report to the Council and Housing Authority dated August 19, 2025.

Vote as follows:

Ayes:

Noes:

Absent:

Abstain:
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Attachment 1 Page 1 of 7
Attachment 1: Program Proposal: Housing Utility Assistance Program
Overview
The proposed Housing Utility Assistance Program would partner Community Development - Housing (Housing) with Glendale Water & Power (GWP) to reduce housing-related financial burdens for low-income senior and disabled renter households by subsidizing utility costs. The program builds on GWP’s existing Glendale Care discount program, providing additional financial support to vulnerable tenants not currently assisted by federal or deed-restricted housing programs.

Program Options
The proposed program would provide funding to expand or supplement Glendale Water & Power’s existing Glendale Care utility discount program, with an option on reaching renter households who are not currently eligible under GWP’s existing guidelines.

The program may be implemented in one or more of the following ways:
•Targeted New Group Assistance
Create a new benefit tier exclusively for renter populations identified by the City as high-need and currently underserved, such as:
oSeniors aged 62+ living in unsubsidized multifamily rental housing oPersons with disabilities
oTenants who are extremely or very low-income
•Expand Participation
Funding may be used to increase the total number of households GWP can serve, raising the participation cap (e.g., from 12,000 to 13,000 households annually).
•Increase Assistance Levels
Funding may also be directed toward enhancing the level of assistance for existing GWP Glendale Care participants. Council could choose to increase the monthly bill credit for all participants (e.g., from $35 to $55 or another amount), or alternatively, target only the most financially vulnerable households within the 12,000 participants currently served. For example, Council may choose to provide the increased benefit only to seniors, persons with disabilities, or households with the highest energy burdens. 12 of 62

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This targeted approach would reduce overall program cost while directing additional support to residents with the greatest need. For instance, an across-the-board increase of $50 per household for 12,000 participants would cost approximately $1.8 million over three bills (12,000 × $50 × 3 bills), whereas targeting a smaller subset, such as 3,000 high-need households, would cost $450,000 over the same period.
•Arrears Assistance for Renters with Past-Due GWP Bills: In-lieu of or in addition to monthly bill discounts, Council may consider directing a portion of funds toward arrears assistance for qualified renters who are behind on their GWP bills. This one-time support could help prevent utility shutoffs, stabilize vulnerable households, and reduce barriers to ongoing participation in programs like Glendale Care.

All participants would be required to provide proof of income and residency. The application process would be administered by GWP, with support from Housing staff as needed. Applications would be available online or in paper format, and assistance would be awarded on a first-come, first-served basis while funds remain available. If funded through LACAHSA, documentation and eligibility verification requirements may differ from current Glendale Care standards, and the program may need to be adjusted to comply with those guidelines once finalized.

While Council may support general program enhancements through GWP’s existing Glendale Care structure, the following sections focus on the development of a Targeted New Group Assistance model. This option would allow Council to define its own eligibility criteria and provide utility bill support to renter households who are not currently served by existing programs. Details provided below include potential program structure, cost scenarios, and other considerations for Council.

Program Goals
Based on Council’s direction to prioritize support for vulnerable populations such as seniors and persons with disabilities, the Housing Utility Assistance Program is designed to reduce housing-related financial pressures and promote stability for low- income renter households. The program aims to achieve the following goals:
• Offset utility costs to reduce overall housing cost burden • Support aging in place for seniors on fixed incomes
• Stabilize rent-burdened tenants not covered by other assistance programs Target Population
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The program can be designed to serve:
• Seniors aged 62 and older
• Persons with disabilities
• Glendale residents living in multifamily rental housing • Households classified as Very Low or Extremely Low Income per HUD standards
• Households not currently receiving Section 8 or living in deed-restricted affordable housing
Council has flexibility to refine or expand these eligibility criteria as needed. For example, the program could include other vulnerable populations, such as adults with dependent children who have disabilities, or households in specific high-burden neighborhoods.

Alternatively, eligibility could be narrowed to focus exclusively on seniors or persons with disabilities who meet the most stringent income thresholds. This flexibility allows Council to customize the program to address most need and leverage limited funding availability most effectively.

Program Design
The Utility Assistance Program can be structured in three complementary ways, depending on Council’s priorities. Each option offers a different method of supporting low-income renters through Glendale Water & Power (GWP) bill relief:

Targeted New Group Assistance
Council may choose to create a new benefit tier exclusively for renter populations identified as high-need and currently underserved. This could include:
• Seniors aged 62+ living in unsubsidized multifamily rental housing • Persons with disabilities
• Tenants who are extremely or very low-income
Participants would receive a fixed discount (e.g., $35 to $100) on each GWP bill for a defined period, such as up to three billing cycles (approximately six months) if funded through LACAHSA, or longer if funded locally. For context:
• The average multi-family GWP bill is approximately $132/month in FY 2025.
• For low-income households enrolled in Glendale Care, the average bill is about $97/month, and the current $35 monthly discount reduces the bill to approximately $62.
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This new tier could help bridge the affordability gap for vulnerable renters not currently served by existing programs.

Expand Participation
Funding may be used to increase the total number of households that GWP can serve annually, raising the participation cap (e.g., from 12,000 to 13,000 households). This would allow more eligible low-income residents, to access bill assistance without changing the existing benefit structure.

Increase Assistance Levels
Funding can also be directed toward enhancing the level of assistance for existing Glendale Care participants. For example:
• Council could increase the monthly bill credit from $35 to $55 or more for all enrolled households; or
• Alternatively, only the most financially vulnerable households—such as seniors, people with disabilities, or those with the highest energy burdens—could receive the enhanced benefit.

Arrears Assistance
This option would offer one-time payments toward past-due GWP bills for eligible low- income renters, helping to prevent utility shutoffs and housing instability. Assistance could be capped or based on actual arrears and would require proof of financial hardship and tenancy. The program could be run alongside Glendale Care or as a separate track coordinated with Housing staff.

These four program directions can be implemented independently or combined based on available funding and Council goals.

Cost and Scale
The utility assistance program can be scaled to match available funding and policy goals. Council may choose to assist a smaller number of households with a modest benefit or reach more households with a deeper level of support. The following scenarios illustrate how the program could operate at three different levels of scale, low (500 participants), mid (1,500 participants), and high (3,000 participants), using various fixed monthly benefit amounts. These are just examples, Council could choose to assist 5,000 applicants if funding permits. These estimates assume a six-month program duration and a bi-monthly billing cycle. Administrative costs are not included in the figures below but may be minimal if the program is integrated into GWP’s existing operations.
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Scenario Households
Served
Per Bill Benefit Total Benefit (3
Bills)
Estimated
Total Cost
A 500 $35 $105 $52,500
B 500 $50 $150 $75,000
C 500 $100 $300 $150,000
D 1,500 $35 $105 $157,500
E 1,500 $50 $150 $225,000
F 1,500 $100 $300 $450,000
G 3,000 $35 $105 $315,000
H 3,000 $50 $150 $450,000
I 3,000 $100 $300 $900,000
Notes:
• These estimates assume a fixed benefit applied to each GWP bill, issued every two months.
• Actual costs may vary slightly depending on participation levels and administrative needs.
• Administrative costs are not included here
• GWP residential customers are billed every two months. LACAHSA funding limits utility assistance to a six-month period, which effectively translates to three GWP billing cycles
Additional Cost Considerations: Expand Participation & Increase Assistance Levels
If Council chooses to expand participation in the existing Glendale Care program (without creating a new eligibility group), the cost can be estimated using a simple formula: $35 multiplied by the number of new participants, multiplied by six of billing cycles. For reference, Scenarios A, D, and G in the table above reflect estimated costs for serving an additional 500, 1,500, and 3,000 households, respectively, at a $35 benefit level.

For increasing assistance levels for existing Glendale Care participants (currently approximately 12,000 households), costs will depend on the amount of the increase per household. For example, raising the monthly benefit by $50 would result in an estimated cost of:
12,000 households × $50 × 6 bills = $3.6 million
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increasing assistance by $50 for 3,000 high-need households would result in a cost of $900,000 over six months. This approach provides general guidance for scaling funding based on Council’s preferred depth and reach of support.

Program Administration
The Housing Utility Assistance Program would be administered GWP, leveraging its existing infrastructure for application intake, eligibility verification, and billing adjustments. GWP’s current Glendale Care program already has established systems in place to process applications and apply utility discounts directly to customer accounts, which makes it well positioned to manage this benefit with minimal additional administrative overhead.

The Community Development Department would partner with GWP to assist with eligibility coordination, program oversight, and outreach efforts, ensuring that the City’s target populations are effectively reached. Community Development staff could also play a role in refining eligibility criteria, monitoring program data, and reporting outcomes to Council.

Application intake and processing would be handled primarily by GWP staff, using both its online application portal and paper submission methods to ensure accessibility for all applicants, including seniors or those who may lack internet access. Program materials, instructions, and multilingual outreach campaigns could be coordinated jointly by GWP and Community Development to maximize awareness.

Because this program builds on an existing GWP framework, no significant additional staffing is anticipated for a pilot or mid-scale rollout. However, if the program expands to thousands of new households or involves complex eligibility screening, GWP and the Community Development Department may revisit staffing and resource needs to ensure timely processing and customer support.

Funding Source
The Housing Utility Assistance Program would require a dedicated funding source to cover the cost of subsidies, as GWP funds cannot be used for this purpose. GWP’s revenues are restricted therefore cannot legally or feasibly be allocated to provide additional assistance. As a result, any City contribution would need to come from external or local funding sources, such as LACAHSA funds or the City’s General Fund.

LACAHSA Funding
LACAHSA is expected to begin allocating funds in FY 2025–26 for various rental programs of which rent and utility subsidies are allowed. If Council chooses to fund this program through LACAHSA, the assistance structure would need to be temporary, capped at 6 months per participant, as this is the maximum duration allowed under 17 of 62

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LACAHSA guidelines. For a utility program, this translates to three GWP billing periods before the assistance ends, unless a new funding source is identified. This limitation means that LACAHSA funding would be best suited for a pilot or time-limited initiative.

City General Fund
Alternatively, Council could choose to fund the program using the City’s General Fund, either as a pilot project or as part of a longer-term utility assistance strategy. Using General Fund dollars would provide greater flexibility in program design, including longer durations of assistance, adjustable benefit levels, and continued support beyond the one-year sunset period mandated by LACAHSA. However, this would require a Council-approved budget allocation and may compete with other City priorities.

Council may also consider a blended approach, using LACAHSA funds to initiate a short-term pilot while evaluating long-term feasibility and transitioning to General Fund support if the program proves successful and meets community needs.

Next Steps
Council direction is requested on whether to move forward with the Housing Utility Assistance Program as one of several program options under consideration. If Council selects this option, key decisions will include:
• Whether to pursue a Targeted New Group Assistance model, expand the existing Glendale Care program, or implement a hybrid approach. • Determining the benefit amount (e.g., $35, $50, $100) and the number of households to assist (e.g., 500, 1,500, 3,000).
• Selecting the funding source (LACAHSA, General Fund, or both), and whether to begin with a pilot program before expanding. • Adjusting eligibility criteria (e.g., age, disability status, or other vulnerable groups) to ensure alignment with Council priorities.
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Attachment 2: Low Income Family Employment & Rental
Assistance Program (LIFERAP)
Overview
LIFERAP is administered by the Verdugo Jobs Center (VJC) to provide housing and employment assistance to low-income, working families residing in Glendale. The program is designed to offer rental subsidies alongside employment training, education support, and other individualized goals identified jointly by each family and their case manager. The overarching objective is to help families build long-term financial independence by the end of their participation.

Core program components include vocational case management and time-limited rental assistance, enabling participants to improve employment advancement, training, education, and savings. While the program is traditionally structured as a 12-month intervention, it would need to be modified to a 6-month model if funded through LACAHSA due to funding restrictions.

Program Goals
Prevent displacement of working families living in Glendale Increase household income through career advancement or training Build savings capacity and improve long-term housing stability Provide comprehensive case management and life-skills training Target Population
Target Population
LIFERAP is currently designed to serve low-income, working Glendale families with children. Participants must meet the following eligibility criteria:
Household income must be at or below 80% of the Area Median Income (AMI) for Los Angeles County
At least one member of the household must be a minor child under 18 Household must reside in Glendale
At least one adult must be a legal U.S. resident
At least one adult must be working a minimum of 32 hours per week, unless all adults in the household are disabled
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Program Flexibility
While these are the current eligibility criteria, Council may choose to modify the target population or eligibility structure to meet emerging local needs or priorities. For example, Council could expand the program to serve seniors without rental assistance, very low-income households without children, or households with documented financial hardship due to job loss or medical issues. Alternatively, multiple populations could be served under a single program framework. Any such changes would need to comply with LACAHSA requirements if LACAHSA funds are used as the primary funding source.

Program Design
LIFERAP provides time-limited rental assistance and individualized vocational case management to support income growth and long-term housing stability. The core design elements include:
Subsidy Structure: Participants receive monthly rental assistance for up to 12 months. If funded through LACAHSA, the assistance period would be limited to 6 months to comply with program restrictions. The subsidy amount is based on family need, income, and housing costs, with the goal of allowing families to redirect funds toward education, training, savings, and other stability-focused activities.
Case Management: Participants are paired with a vocational case manager who helps them identify career goals, develop a plan, and connect to training, education, or job opportunities. Families also receive referrals and access to monthly workshops on budgeting, financial literacy, career development, and tenant rights.
Eligibility Screening: All applicants are screened for income and employment eligibility, housing status, and willingness to engage in case management.

Inspections are conducted to ensure housing meets minimum standards. Application Process: The Verdugo Jobs Center (VJC) leads all outreach, intake, and administration. Applications are reviewed on a rolling basis, with program slots filled based on availability and eligibility. Flexible Design: The program is designed to be adaptable. Council may revise the duration, benefit amount, or eligibility criteria to meet specific community needs, provided changes align with funding requirements (e.g., LACAHSA rules).

Cost and Scale
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When LIFERAP was last operated as a 12-month program, it served 95 Glendale families over a three-year period with a total program cost of approximately $1.315 million. This included:
$864,755 in direct housing subsidies (average of $9,103 per household) $201,620 for case management provided by GYA
$17,500 for program administration by VJC
Enrollment was phased over four years:
Year 1: 25 households
Year 2: 38 households
Year 3: 32 households
Year 4: 10 households (served through reallocated GCC contract funds to GYA in PY 2024–25)
While over 700 families applied, only 105 were enrolled, highlighting the program’s high demand and targeted scope.

If Council is interested in continuing a similar program structure under LACAHSA, the funding limitation of 6 months per household would require adjusting both the scope and scale.

To align with LACAHSA’s restriction of 6 months of direct financial assistance per household, the program can adopt a rolling assistance structure, supporting two rounds of 25 families per year. This structure allows for sustained engagement while complying with the funding timeline.
Round 1: 25 households receive rental assistance for 6 months Round 2: A new cohort of 25 households begins after the first group completes This would provide time-limited rental assistance to 50 households annually, while maintaining manageable caseloads for case managers and ensuring compliance with LACAHSA’s timeline restrictions.
Estimated cost for each 6-month round (25 households):
o$1,000/month per household × 6 months = $150,000 in subsidies oGYA case management (scaled to 6 months): ~$65,000
oVJC administrative costs (scaled to 6 months): ~$8,750 oTotal per round: ~$223,750
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oTotal Annually: ~447,500
While the rental assistance would be limited to 6 months, the City could design the program to continue vocational case management, job placement support, and educational services for an additional 6 months. This would extend the total program engagement to a full year, maximizing long-term impact without exceeding LACAHSA’s financial assistance window.

Participants could be required to remain actively engaged in follow-up case management activities such as:
Career training or education programs
Financial planning workshops
Periodic check-ins with employment specialists or housing navigators This would preserve the holistic and outcomes-focused nature of the original LIFERAP model while adapting to LACAHSA’s funding framework.

Oversight and Staffing Needs
If funded with LACAHSA dollars, the City will need to meet oversight, audit, and reporting requirements. This may necessitate:
Additional hourly staffing or reallocation of duties within the Housing Division Potential hiring of a dedicated staff member for compliance, reporting, or case support
Enhanced coordination with VJC and GYA to ensure documentation and service delivery align with LACAHSA’s standards
Program Administration
The LIFERAP program would be administered through a partnership between the Verdugo Jobs Center (VJC), Glendale Youth Alliance (GYA), and the Community Development – Housing Division.
VJC would serve as the lead administrator, review eligibility, and overall program coordination.
GYA would conduct outreach, recruitment, interview, eligibility determination, inspections, provide vocational case management, including support with employment, training, financial planning, and access to community resources.

Case management may continue for up to 6 months after rental assistance ends to support long-term stability.
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City Housing Staff would oversee final eligibility determination, authorize subsidy payments, and ensure compliance with all applicable program and funding requirements. If LACAHSA funding is used, additional oversight and reporting duties may require reallocation of staff or limited-term support.

This collaborative model mirrors past LIFERAP operations and supports a high-touch approach to addressing housing and employment needs.

Funding Sources
If the City Council chooses to continue LIFERAP using LACAHSA funds, the program must be adapted to a 6-month rental assistance timeline to comply with funding restrictions. Program costs may be covered using a portion of Glendale’s RPHP allocation. Alternatively, the program could be funded in whole or in part by the City’s General Fund.

Next Steps
To move forward, Council will need to provide direction on the following:
Whether to continue or relaunch the LIFERAP program, either in its original form or as a modified 6-month version aligned with LACAHSA funding restrictions.
Whether to fund the program using LACAHSA funds, General Fund dollars, or a combination of both.
Target population priorities—whether to maintain the existing focus on working families with children or expand to include other groups (e.g., seniors, single- parent households, or extremely low-income renters).
Whether to require continued case management or support services beyond the 6-month rental assistance period.

Following Council direction, staff will work with program partners to finalize the design, prepare necessary contracts, and return for formal approval. Budget scenarios are summarized in Attachment 4.
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Attachment 3: Program Proposal – Temporary Rental Assistance Program
Overview
The proposed Temporary Rental Assistance Program would provide targeted, high- dollar rental subsidies to highly vulnerable renter households experiencing significant financial hardship. This program is designed as a short-term intervention to stabilize households facing acute challenges, such as loss of income, unexpected medical expenses, or other hardships, that have created significant challenges in meeting their rental obligations.

This program would focus on a small number of households to allow staff to provide personalized, hands-on support and ensure that the financial assistance is impactful enough to make households current on rent or prevent eviction. The program is intended as a pilot project, allowing staff and City Council (Council) to assess its effectiveness before considering expansion.

Program Goals
Based on Council’s interest in supporting the most vulnerable residents, the Temporary Rental Assistance Program is designed to:
Prevent eviction or displacement by covering overdue rent or upcoming rental payments.
Stabilize households that have experienced a verified financial hardship. Provide a meaningful level of assistance (e.g., $1,000 to $3,000/month) to bridge significant gaps rather than provide minimal support. Pilot a targeted, high-touch approach, with staff working directly with recipients to connect them to additional resources (financial counseling, long- term housing stability programs).

Target Population
Unlike LIFERAP, which serves working families over an extended 12-month period, the Temporary Rental Assistance Program is designed to be more flexible and responsive to urgent housing needs. The program would prioritize low-income renter households in Glendale who are at immediate risk of eviction or displacement due to unforeseen financial hardship.

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or refine eligibility to target specific groups, such as seniors, persons with disabilities, families with children, or other vulnerable populations. Requirements such as proof of eviction filing, landlord notices, or hardship documentation can be included to ensure that the program is reaching those most in need.

Within this requirement, the program can prioritize:
Seniors (62+) with no existing rental assistance
Low-income families, particularly those with children or dependents Households classified as Very Low or Extremely Low Income per HUD standards Households not receiving Section 8 or living in deed-restricted affordable housing Council can adjust eligibility to prioritize certain groups, such as families with disabled children, single-parent households, or seniors with medical needs.

This flexibility makes the program highly adaptable and capable of addressing acute situations without duplicating LIFERAP’s longer-term, workforce-focused model.

Program Design
This program is intended as a short-term, emergency intervention. Key features include:
Purpose: Designed to prevent immediate eviction by covering back rent, upcoming rent, or both—depending on need and available funding. Benefit Model: Subsidy amounts may be fixed or adjustable depending on household income, arrears owed, or time needed to secure stability. Council may also opt for a flat-rate benefit (e.g., $2,000 one-time) or tiered levels based on need.
Documentation: Participants may be required to provide proof of financial hardship, eviction notice, or a rent demand letter. Staff may coordinate directly with landlords to negotiate payment arrangements and mediate disputes. Use Cases: The program could be deployed for crisis situations—buying tenants time to avoid eviction, resolve legal disputes, or transition to other housing options or long-term assistance programs.
Duration: While ongoing monthly assistance is limited to a 6-month period under LACAHSA guidelines, one-time or lump-sum payments toward back rent are not subject to that limitation. The program can be used to pay substantial unpaid rent balances to prevent eviction, cover up to 6 months of forward rent, or a combination of both, depending on household need and risk of housing loss. 25 of 62

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Cost and Scale
Costs for the Temporary Rental Assistance Program will vary depending on whether the subsidy is a set monthly amount (e.g., $1,000–$3,000 per household) or a flexible amount tailored to the tenant’s actual rent or amount owed.

For example:
A set monthly subsidy of $2,000 for 6 months could serve:
o25 households for approximately $300,000
o50 households for approximately $600,000
A flexible model could allow:
oSome tenants to receive a one-time payment for back rent totaling $5,000–$10,000
oOthers to receive partial or full rent coverage depending on urgency, pending eviction status, or household income
Given the higher monthly benefit levels, the program is intentionally designed for fewer participants to keep costs manageable and ensure deeper support per household. The table below provides sample scenarios for a 6-month pilot, serving between 25 and 50 households.

Scenario Households
Served
Monthly
Benefit
Total Benefit (6
months)
Estimated Total
Cost
A 25 $1,000 $6,000 $150,000
B 25 $2,000 $12,000 $300,000
C 25 $3,000 $18,000 $450,000
D 50 $1,000 $6,000 $300,000
E 50 $2,000 $12,000 $600,000
F 50 $3,000 $18,000 $900,000
At these higher levels of support, the estimated costs for a 6-month program would be approximately:
100 households:
o$1,000/month = $600,000 total (100 × $1,000 × 6 months) o$3,000/month = $1.8 million total (100 × $3,000 × 6 months) 200 households:
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o$3,000/month = $3.6 million total (200 × $3,000 × 6 months) Considering that Glendale’s LACAHSA allocation is roughly $2 million, a program at the higher $3,000/month level for 200 households would exceed available funding unless additional resources (e.g., General Fund) are identified. This larger rollout would still maintain a targeted, high-touch approach while reaching a greater number of residents.

If council considers a flexible ren assistance based on each households actual rent obligation, precise per-person costs will fluctuate because rent amounts and arrears vary by household. However, based on previous modeling, total costs are expected to remain in a similar range as the fixed-subsidy scenarios.

To simplify administration and budgeting, Council may choose to authorize a set funding amount (e.g., $500,000 or $1 million) and direct staff to serve as many eligible households as possible within that budget. This approach allows flexibility while maintaining fiscal discipline.

Program Administration
The program would be administered by the Community Development – Housing Division, but due to the intensive, high-touch nature of this assistance, additional staff capacity will likely be necessary to manage application review, case management, and follow-up. While existing staff can support program setup and oversight, the workload involved in evaluating hardship, coordinating payments, and providing hands-on guidance might require dedicated staffing resources to ensure the program’s success. Case Management: Staff would work closely with each recipient to review their financial situation, verify hardship, and determine the appropriate level of support. This includes direct communication with applicants, landlords, and partner organizations to ensure timely and effective assistance. Application Process: Applications will be available online and in paper format, with in-person or phone support for seniors or households with language or technology barriers.
Targeted Outreach: Outreach will involve close collaboration with local nonprofits, senior centers, and community organizations to identify eligible households and provide hands-on assistance.
Staffing Needs: Even with a small-scale pilot (25–50 households), the detailed verification and follow-up required would strain existing staff capacity. A larger rollout (100–200 households or more) will almost certainly require additional staffing, potentially including hourly support, reallocation of current staff or the 27 of 62

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creation of at least one full-time case management position. The level of staffing needed will depend on Council’s expectations regarding the program’s depth, data tracking, and individualized support.

Funding Sources
The Temporary Rental Assistance Program will be funded through LACAHSA funds, the City’s General Fund, or a combination of both:
LACAHSA Funds: Available in FY 2025–26, limited to 6 months of assistance. City General Fund: Could be used to fund a pilot program or extend assistance beyond 6 months.
Blended Approach: Using LACAHSA funds to launch a small pilot while planning for potential General Fund support if the program demonstrates strong outcomes.

Next Steps
Council direction is requested on whether to move forward with this Temporary Rental Assistance Program. If Council chooses to proceed, key decisions will include:
Determining the structure of assistance, including whether to offer fixed monthly subsidies, flexible rent coverage, or back due rent payments. Setting the overall program budget and deciding whether to allocate a fixed amount to serve as many eligible households as possible. Defining the number of households to assist or allowing staff flexibility based on need and available funding.
Selecting the funding source(s)- LACAHSA, General Fund, or a combination. Establishing eligibility guidelines, including hardship criteria, documentation requirements, and priority populations (e.g., households in active eviction proceedings, seniors, families with children, etc.).

This program can be designed to meet urgent needs and complement longer-term programs like LIFERAP. Staff can return with a detailed implementation plan following Council direction.
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Program Primary Purpose Assistance Type Benefit Level Duration Households Served (Low–High)
Estimated Total Cost
(Low–High)
Housing Utility
Assistance Program
(GWP)
Reduces GWP bill costs for
vulnerable renters; may also cover
back-due utility bills to prevent
shutoffs
Fixed monthly bill credit for 3
billing cycles (6 months)
$35–$100/month (per
bill)
Up to 3 bills (6 months
if local funds) 500–3000 $52,500–$900,000
Temporary Rental
Assistance Program
Short-term, flexible rental aid for
eviction prevention, covering arrears
or emergency rent
Flexible monthly subsidy or back
rent payment
$1,000–$3,000/month
or more Up to 6 months 25–50 $150,000–$900,000
LIFERAP (6-month
modified)
Rental subsidy + vocational case
management for working families or
other target groups
Monthly rent assistance with
employment/training support ~$4,550 per household Rolling 6-month cohorts
15–25 per round
(30–50 annually)
~$68,250–$227,500
annually
Small-Scale Pilot
Program
Highly targeted support for a specific
high-need group
Flexible subsidy assistance
model
$2,000–$5,000 per
household Flexible 10–20 $20,000–$100,000
Attachment 4: Program Comparison
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Program Funding Est. Households Served
GWP Utility Assistance $520,000 ~1,733 households (at $100/mo for 3 bills) Temporary Rental Assistance $455,000 ~25 households (flexible rent coverage/back rent at ~$3,000/mo for 6 months)
LIFERAP $325,000 ~36 households
Attorney Services (20%) $420,000 Pending final decision from LACAHSA Staffing $380,000 Supports about three staff positions, from Associate to Analyst level, for program delivery and compliance.

Total $2,100,000 Broad + deep coverage
Program Funding Est. Households Served
GWP Utility Assistance $450,000 ~1,500 households (at $100/mo for 3 bills) Temporary Rental Assistance $390,000 ~22 households (at ~$3,000/mo for 6 months) LIFERAP $330,000 ~36 households
Small-Scale Pilot Program $130,000 6–10 households (very targeted group) Attorney Services (20%) $420,000 Pending final decision from LACAHSA Staffing $380,000 Supports about three staff positions, from Associate to Analyst level, for program delivery and compliance.

Total $2,100,000 Mix of broad utility relief, eviction prevention, employment-linked rent aid, and targeted micro-assistance
Program Funding Est. Households Served
GWP Utility Assistance $780,000 ~2,600 households (at $100/mo for 3 bills) Temporary Rental Assistance $325,000 ~18 households (at ~$3,000/mo for 6 months) LIFERAP $195,000 ~21 households
Attorney Services (20%) $420,000 Pending final decision from LACAHSA Staffing $380,000 Supports about three staff positions, from Associate to Analyst level, for program delivery and compliance.

Total $2,100,000 Large-scale utility relief + targeted rental stability Program Funding Est. Households Served
GWP Utility Assistance $195,000 ~650 households
Temporary Rental Assistance $780,000 ~43 households (flexible rent coverage/back rent at ~$3,000/mo for 6 months)
LIFERAP $325,000 ~36 households
Attorney Services (20%) $420,000 Pending final decision from LACAHSA Staffing $380,000 Supports about three staff positions, from Associate to Analyst level, for program delivery and compliance.

Total $2,100,000 Emphasis on immediate eviction prevention and housing retention, with modest utility aid and scaled-down employment-linked rent assistance The following funding scenarios are samples only, provided to give Council a visual reference for how available funds could be allocated across programs.

Council may adjust amounts, prioritize specific programs, combine multiple models, or create entirely different allocations.

All scenarios assume LACAHSA funding eligibility and requirements are finalized without additional restrictions. If final rules—such as a mandatory 20% allocation for legal services—are adopted, program budgets and scales may need adjustment. Council can provide preliminary approvals with the understanding that staff will adjust allocations as necessary.

Attachment 5: Example Funding Allocation Scenarios (Based on ~$2.1M RPHP Funding) Scenario A – Balanced Three-Program Split
Scenario B – Four Programs
Scenario C – Utility Focus with Targeted Housing Aid
Scenario D – Temporary Rental Assistance Focus
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CITY OF GLENDALE, CALIFORNIA
REPORT TO THE JOINT MEETING: GLENDALE CITY COUNCIL AND

GLENDALE HOUSING AUTHORITY

AGENDA ITEM
Report: Authorization to Enter Into a Memorandum of Understanding With the Los Angeles County Affordable Housing Solutions Agency for the Disbursement of Measure A Funds for Affordable Housing in Glendale

1. City Council Motion to Authorizing the Execution of a Memorandum of Understanding With the Los Angeles County Affordable Housing Solutions Agency for the Disbursement of Measure A Funds for Affordable Housing in Glendale.

COUNCIL ACTION
Item Type: Action Item
Approved for August 19, 2025 calendar

EXECUTIVE SUMMARY
Senate Bill 679, also known as the Los Angeles County Regional Housing Finance Act, created the Los Angeles County Affordable Housing Solutions Agency (LACAHSA) to increase the supply of affordable housing in Los Angeles County by providing funding for renter protections, affordable housing preservation, and new affordable housing production. In 2024, Los Angeles County voters approved Measure A, a half-cent sales tax to fund homeless services and affordable housing development throughout the County, via LACAHSA.

To receive funding, each Eligible Jurisdiction, which includes the City of Glendale, must enter into a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) with LACAHSA. By executing the MOU, the City of Glendale agrees to adopt and adhere to LACAHSA’s Master Funding Policy and Guidelines, and any other policies and guidelines adopted by LACAHSA related to the disbursement of funds to, or use of funds by, Eligible Jurisdictions.

According to projections, the City of Glendale is expected to be eligible to receive approximately $5.1M in FY 2025-26. This is in addition to $464,507 in Local Solutions Funds that the City will be receiving for Homeless Services. These funding amounts will be subject to change every year, based upon consumer spending in the County. 31 of 62

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RECOMMENDATION
That the City Council of the City of Glendale (City Council) enter into a Memorandum of Understanding with the LACAHSA for the purposes of receiving Measure A affordable housing funding for the City of Glendale.

ANALYSIS
Background
In 2022, the California Legislature passed Senate Bill 679, the Los Angeles County Regional Housing Finance Act which created the Los Angeles County Affordable Housing Solutions Agency. LACAHSA’s purpose is to increase the supply of affordable housing in Los Angeles County by providing for significantly enhanced funding and technical assistance at a regional level for renter protections, affordable housing preservation, and new affordable housing production.

In 2024, Los Angeles County voters approved Measure A, a half-cent sales tax to fund homeless services and affordable housing development throughout the County.

Measure A has no expiration date. The tax replaces Measure H, a quarter-cent sales tax for homeless services approved by voters in 2017. The goal of Measure A is to significantly reduce and prevent homelessness in Los Angeles County. Measure A is expected to generate over $1 billion in revenue annually.

Just over one third (35.75%) of revenues generated by Measure A will be directed to LACAHSA for affordable housing production and preservation, renter protection and homelessness prevention, and technical assistance. LACAHSA, in turn, must pass through 70% of this funding directly to Eligible Jurisdictions.

Eligible Jurisdictions are the County of Los Angeles, the City of Los Angeles, the City of Long Beach, the City of Glendale, the City of Santa Clarita, and the Councils of Government (COGs) in Los Angeles County. COGs may pass through funding to their member cities, except to cities that are Eligible Jurisdictions that receive allocations directly from LACAHSA. COGs may also allocate funding to regional housing trusts as approved by the LACAHSA Board of Directors. This action has been taken with the Burbank, Glendale, Pasadena Regional Housing Trust. Finally Eligible Jurisdictions may opt for LACAHSA to administer their funding allocation in whole or in part, as outlined in these Program Guidelines.

Memorandum of Understanding
To receive funding, each Eligible Jurisdiction must enter into a Memorandum of Understanding with LACAHSA. By executing the MOU, the City of Glendale agrees to adopt and adhere to LACAHSA’s Master Funding Policy and Guidelines, and any other policies and guidelines adopted by LACAHSA related to the disbursement of funds to, or use of funds by, Eligible Jurisdictions.

The term of this MOU is one year starting on the Effective Date. The term will automatically renew for successive one-year terms unless either party provides the 32 of 62

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other party with a written notice of non-renewal at least 30 days before the end of the then-current term.

Funding Allocation
When taken together, SB 679 and Measure A require the following distribution of funding by programmatic use:
• 60% for Production, Preservation, & Ownership (PPO), of which 77.25% is set aside for new construction.
• 30% for Renter Protection and Homelessness Prevention (RPHP) • 5% for Technical Assistance (TA)
• 5% for LACAHSA’s internal administration and operations SB 679 and Measure A also dictate how LACAHSA funds are distributed between LACAHSA and the Eligible Jurisdictions:
• 15% of programmatic funds are allocated annually at the discretion of the LACAHSA Board
Of the remaining programmatic funds:
30% of programmatic funds are allocated to LACAHSA
70% of programmatic funds are allocated to the Eligible Jurisdictions Measure A is expected to generate over $1 billion in revenue annually, 35.75% of which will be directed to LACAHSA for affordable housing production, preservation, and renter protection services. The remainder of Measure A funds will be directed towards the region’s comprehensive homelessness services initiatives.

According to Measure A Section 3B.4, the Los Angeles County Auditor-Controller will distribute 35.75% of the Measure A sales tax to LAHCASA, net of County costs to collect and distribute the tax imposed not to exceed 0.5% of annual tax proceeds.

To estimate Measure A revenues for FY 2025-26, a projection was published by the Los Angeles County Chief Executive Office on February 28, 2025, which estimated total revenues of $1,076,076,350. Of this total, $382,773,809 is the anticipated 35.75% share for LACAHSA, after allowing for a 0.5% for collection and distribution cost reimbursement to the County Auditor-Controller.

A listing of the full projected allocation of this funding is attached as Exhibit 2. The allocations presented in this exhibit only correspond to LACAHSA’s 35.75% share and are not inclusive of other Measure A funding streams such as comprehensive homelessness services funding; accountability, data, and research funding for the Los Angeles County Homeless Initiative; and local housing production funding for the Los Angeles County Development Authority.
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According to projections, the City of Glendale is expected to be eligible to receive approximately $5.1M in FY 2025-26. This is in addition to $464,507 in Local Solutions Funds that the City will be receiving for Homeless Services. These funding amounts will be subject to change every year, based upon consumer spending in the County.

Programs
Table 1 below details the funding that has been allocated Glendale for the three programmatic uses established by SB 679 and Measure A.

Table 1
Allocation to Jurisdiction by Programmatic Use

PPO RPHP TA
Production, Preservation,
& Ownership
Renter Protection &
Homeless Prevention Technical AssistanceTOTAL
2,646,544$ 2,105,698$ 350,950$ 5,103,192$ Production Preservation and Ownership (PPO) allows for the creation of new affordable housing and/or preservation of existing affordable housing, both rental and homeownership.
Renter Protection and Homeless Prevention (RPHP) is intended to address housing crises and stabilize households who are at risk of eviction and/or homelessness.

Example programs include Legal Services and Tenant Education, Emergency Rental Assistance, Flexible Financial Assistance, and Short-Term Income Support. Technical Assistance (TA) is funding to administer LACAHSA funded programming either directly or through contracted service providers.

Next Steps
Approval of the MOU is the first of a 3-step process to move money down to the Eligible Jurisdictions. The next step is for LACAHSA to provide a budget template to Glendale.

Glendale staff intends to bring the budget template to the City Council for approval and then return it to LACAHSA. The final step is taken by LACAHSA later this summer where the LACAHSA Board will vote on guidelines for the programs for the fiscal year.

Funding drawdowns can take place following those actions.

STAKEHOLDERS/OUTREACH
No stakeholder outreach was obtained for this report.

FISCAL IMPACT
Entering into a Memorandum of Understanding with LACAHSA is the first step in the process to secure a new funding source for affordable housing development and 34 of 62

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A new fund, Measure A Affordable Housing (Fund 2290), has been established by the Finance department for these funds. Once the final agreement is executed, and there are approved plans for a proposed affordable housing project/program, staff will return to City Council for appropriation of these funds.

ENVIRONMENTAL REVIEW (CEQA/NEPA)
Execution of the MOU is exempt from CEQA under CEQA Guidelines Section 15378(b)(4) because the MOU only creates government funding mechanisms for affordable housing and does not involve commitment to any specific project which may have a significant effect on the environment.

CAMPAIGN DISCLOSURE
This item is exempt from campaign disclosure requirements.

ALTERNATIVES TO STAFF RECOMMENDATION
Alternative 1: City Council may adopt a motion authorizing approval of the Memorandum of Understanding between the City of Glendale and Los Angeles County Affordable Housing Solutions Agency.

Alternative 2: City Council may reject a motion authorizing approval of the Memorandum of Understanding between the City of Glendale and Los Angeles County Affordable Housing Solutions Agency
Alternative 3: City Council may elect to consider any other alternative not proposed by staff.

ADMINISTRATIVE ACTION
Submitted by:

Bradley Calvert, Director of Community Development
Prepared by:

Peter Zovak, Assistant Director of Community Development Approved by:

Roubik R. Golanian, P.E. , City Manager

EXHIBITS/ATTACHMENTS
Exhibit 1 – LACAHSA MOU
Exhibit 2 – LACAHSA Funding Allocations By Jurisdictions 35 of 62

MOTION
Moved by Council Member__________________________,
seconded by Council Member ___________________________, that the Council hereby authorizes the City Manager or his designee to execute a Memorandum of Understanding with the Los Angeles County Affordable Housing Solutions Agency for the disbursement of Measure “A” funds for affordable housing in Glendale, as described in the Joint Report to the Council and Housing Authority dated August 19, 2025, including exhibits thereto.

Vote as follows:

Ayes:

Noes:

Absent:

Abstain:
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AFFORDABLE HOUSING PRODUCTION, PRESERVATION,
AND OWNERSHIP; TECHNICAL ASSISTANCE, RESEARCH AND POLICY; AND

RENTER PROTECTION AND HOMELESSNESS PREVENTION FUNDING

MEMORANDUM OF UNDERSTANDING

Glendale 2025-2026
This Affordable Housing Production, Preservation, and Ownership; Technical Assistance, Research and Policy; and Renter Protection and Homelessness Prevention Funding Memorandum of Understanding (“MOU”), effective July 1, 2025 (“Effective Date”), is between the Los Angeles County Affordable Housing Solutions Agency, a special act agency established pursuant to Government Code section 64710 and operating pursuant to the Los Angeles County Regional Housing Finance Act, Government Code section 64700 et seq. (“Agency”), and Glendale, a California City Charter (“Recipient”), each individually a “Party” and collectively the “Parties.”

RECITALS
This MOU is made with reference to the following facts:

A. In September 2022, Governor Newsom signed Senate Bill 679, known as the Los Angeles County Regional Housing Finance Act (“Act”). The Act created Agency to increase the supply of affordable housing by providing enhanced funding and technical assistance for renter protections, affordable housing preservation, and new affordable housing production.

B. In November 2024, Los Angeles County voters approved “Measure A,” known as the Affordable Housing, Homelessness Solutions, and Prevention Now Transactions and Use Tax Ordinance. Measure A established a one-half percent sales tax on every dollar of goods sold in Los Angeles County to provide dedicated funding for various purposes, including reducing and preventing homelessness and increasing the supply of affordable housing.

C. Measure A directs the Los Angeles County Auditor-Controller (“County Auditor- Controller”) to disburse 35.75% of the proceeds generated to Agency for use in accordance with the Act’s and Measure A’s requirements through fiscal year 2029-2030 (and thereafter, such percentage may be modified by the Los Angeles County Board of Supervisors every five years, except that such percentage may not be less than 33.33%).

These include, among other things, that: Agency use 60% of its Measure A funds for affordable housing production, preservation, and ownership (“PPO”) (Gov. Code, § 64830(d)(1); Measure A, § 29(B)); that Agency use 5% of its Measure A funds for technical assistance, research, and policy development (“Technical Assistance”) (Gov. Code, § 64830(d)(4)); and that Agency use 30% of its Measure A funds for Renter Protection and Homelessness Prevention (“RPHP”) (Gov. Code, § 64830(d)(2)).

D. The Act requires Agency’s Board to adopt an Annual Expenditure and Strategy Plan, which must set forth the share of revenue and estimated funding to be spent on each of the above- stated categories (“Annual Expenditure and Strategy Plan”). Agency’s Board adopted the first Annual Expenditure and Strategy Plan on June 25, 2025 (and it is anticipated that 37 of 62

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the Board will adopt subsequent Annual Expenditure and Strategy Plans on an annual basis). The Annual Expenditure and Strategy Plan establishes the proportional amount of revenues and estimated funding that Agency will distribute to Recipient and each of the other “Eligible Jurisdictions” (as defined herein) for each funding category. Exhibit A, attached hereto and incorporated herein by reference, contains the allocations as approved by Agency’s Board in the Annual Expenditure and Strategy Plan.

E. Of the funds allocated for PPO, Agency must disburse 70% of such funds to Eligible Jurisdictions in accordance with each jurisdiction’s pro rata share of the total lower income housing needs assessment goal for Los Angeles County allocated pursuant to Government Code section 65584 (“Pro Rata RHNA Share”). (Gov. Code, § 64830.5(a)(1)(A)-(F), (a)(2)(A)(i).).

F. Each Eligible Jurisdiction and its Pro Rata RHNA Share is provided in Exhibit A.

Recipient’s Pro Rata RHNA Share for 2025-2026 is 0.69%.

G. Of the funds allocated for Technical Assistance, Agency must disburse 70% of such funds to Eligible Jurisdictions on a per low-income renter basis. (Gov. Code, § 64830.5(a)(1)(A)- (F), (a)(2)(C)(i)) (“Technical Assistance Allocation”).

H. Each Eligible Jurisdiction and its Technical Assistance Allocation is provided in Exhibit A,. Recipient’s Technical Assistance Allocation is 0.09%.

I. Of the funds allocated for RPHP, Agency must disburse 70% of such funds to Eligible Jurisdictions. Agency has elected to make such disbursement based on a per low-income renter basis. (Gov. Code, § 64830.5(a)(1)(A)-(F), (a)(2)(B)(i)) (“RPHP Allocation”). Each Eligible Jurisdiction and its RPHP Allocation is provided in Exhibit A. Recipient’s RPHP Allocation is 0.55%.

J. The Act and Measure A provide that Eligible Jurisdictions may receive their respective Pro Rata RHNA Share of PPO funds, Technical Assistance Allocation, and RPHP Allocation directly from Agency, provided that direct allocations are subject to the conditions and restrictions set forth in the Act and Measure A for the receipt and use of the funds.

K. The Parties have entered into this MOU to comply with the Act and Measure A and memorialize the terms and conditions governing the disbursement and use of Recipient’s Pro Rata RHNA Share of PPO funds, Technical Assistance Allocation, and RPHP Allocation.

TERMS AND CONDITIONS
The Parties agree as follows:

1. Incorporation. The Parties agree that the Recitals above constitute the factual basis upon which Agency and Recipient have entered into this MOU. Agency and Recipient each acknowledge the accuracy of the Recitals and hereby agree to the incorporation of the Recitals into this MOU as though fully set forth herein. 38 of 62

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2. Term; Extension. The term of this MOU is one year starting on the Effective Date. The term will automatically renew for successive one-year terms unless either Party provides the other Party with a written notice of non-renewal at least 30 days before the end of the then-current term. Any renewal terms shall be on the same terms and conditions provided herein, except that the allocations provided in Exhibit A shall be automatically updated to reflect the allocations set forth in the Annual Expenditure and Strategy Plan adopted by the Board for that fiscal year (e.g., if this MOU is renewed for FY 2026-2027, the allocations provided in Exhibit A shall be those provided in the Board’s Annual Expenditure and Strategy Plan for FY 2026-2027). This MOU will terminate upon the earlier of: (i) the fifth anniversary of the Effective Date; or (ii) the expiration of the then-current term following a Party’s timely notice of non-renewal.

2.1. In the event that, during the term of this MOU, the Pro Rata RHNA Share changes as a result of a subsequent RHNA cycle, an addendum will be provided to each Eligible Jurisdiction’s MOU, including this MOU, to incorporate the change.

3. Recipient Acknowledgment.

3.1.Eligible Jurisdiction; Pro Rata RHNA Share. Recipient acknowledges and agrees that it is an Eligible Jurisdiction whose Pro Rata RHNA Share is 0.69%.

3.2.Recipient’s Share of PPO Funds. In accordance with Section 3.1 above, Recipient acknowledges and agrees that it will receive 0.69% of the PPO funds available to be disbursed by Agency to the Eligible Jurisdictions for 2025-2026. Such share of PPO funds may change from time to time.

3.3.Eligible Jurisdiction; Technical Assistance Allocation. Recipient acknowledges and agrees that it is an Eligible Jurisdiction whose Technical Assistance Allocation is 0.09%.

3.4.Recipient’s Share of Technical Assistance Funds. In accordance with Section 3.3 above, Recipient acknowledges and agrees that it will receive 0.09% of the Technical Assistance funds available to be disbursed by Agency to the Eligible Jurisdictions for 2025-2026. Such share of Technical Assistance funds may change from time to time.

3.5.Eligible Jurisdiction; RPHP Allocation. Recipient acknowledges and agrees that it is an Eligible Jurisdiction whose RPHP Allocation is 0.55%.

3.6.Recipient’s Share of RPHP Funds. In accordance with Section 3.5 above, Recipient acknowledges and agrees that it will receive 0.55% of the RPHP funds available to be disbursed by Agency to the Eligible Jurisdictions for 2025-2026.

Such Share of RPHP funds may change from time to time.

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partner with on the operation or to solely operate a program on Recipient’s behalf within Recipient’s jurisdiction.

4. Disbursement Schedule. Agency will disburse funds to Recipient in accordance with the Master Funding Policy and Guidelines for Eligible Jurisdictions (“Master Funding Policy and Guidelines”) published by Agency after the County Auditor-Controller disburses Measure A proceeds to Agency.

5. Direct Allocation of PPO Funds. Prior to disbursing a direct allocation of PPO Funds to Recipient, the following conditions of Government Code section 64830.5(a)(2)(A)(iv)(I) shall be met:

5.1. Recipient agrees to adopt and adhere to Agency financing policies and guidelines, including public engagement and notice provisions.

5.2. All funded projects are in compliance with Agency’s eligible uses and affordability requirements.

5.3. Recipient agrees to allocate its funding within 12 months through administrative processes without being subject to additional legislative process.

5.4. Recipient is in compliance with Affirmatively Furthering Fair Housing in California guidelines. If Recipient is a regional agency, it shall expend the funds only in jurisdictions that are in compliance with Affirmatively Furthering Fair Housing in California guidelines.

By executing this MOU, Recipient hereby agrees to adopt and adhere to Agency’s Master Funding Policy and Guidelines (including public engagement and notice provisions) and any other policies and guidelines adopted by Agency related to the disbursement of funds to, or use of funds by, Eligible Jurisdictions. Execution of this MOU shall therefore satisfy the condition at subsection 5.1. Agency’s Master Funding Policy and Guidelines will establish provisions for Recipient to meet the remaining three conditions, which Recipient shall meet prior to its receipt of a direct allocation of all or a portion of its PPO allocation.

6. Use of PPO Funds. For any fiscal year in which Recipient receives PPO funds from Agency, Recipient will comply with all of the following:

6.1.New Affordable Housing. Pursuant to Measure A, Section 29 B, Recipient will use at least 77.25% of PPO funds on constructing new affordable housing.

6.2.Government Code Section 64830(d)(1). Subject to Section 6.1 above, Recipient’s use of PPO funds will comply with the requirements of Government Code section 64830(d)(1), attached hereto as Exhibit B-1 and incorporated herein by reference.

6.3.Prohibited Uses. Except as expressly authorized by Government Code section 64710, Recipient will not use PPO funds to perform or undertake any functions related to supports and services provided to people experiencing homelessness. 40 of 62

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6.4.Supplemental Capacity for Existing Efforts. Recipient’s use of PPO funds shall be consistent with Government Code section 64710(a)(1).

6.5.Timing. Upon receipt of a disbursement of PPO funds from Agency, Recipient will obligate its funding within 12 months through administrative processes without being subject to additional legislative process and will ensure that funds allocated to projects are expended within five years or as otherwise provided in Government Code section 64830.5(a)(2)(A), attached hereto as Exhibit B-2 and incorporated herein by reference, and any program policies and guidelines adopted by the Board.

6.6.Period of Affordability. Recipient shall record a restrictive covenant specifying an appropriate period of affordability in accordance with any program policies and guidelines adopted by Agency’s Board.

7. Use of Technical Assistance Funds. For any fiscal year in which Recipient receives Technical Assistance funds from Agency, Recipient will comply with all of the following:

7.1.Government Code Section 64830(d)(4). Recipient’s use of Technical Assistance funds will comply with the requirements of Government Code section 64830(d)(4), attached hereto as Exhibit B-3 and incorporated herein by reference.

7.2.Prohibited Uses. Except as expressly authorized by Government Code section 64710, Recipient will not use Technical Assistance funds to perform or undertake any functions related to supports and services provided to people experiencing homelessness.

7.3.Supplemental Capacity for Existing Efforts. Recipient’s use of Technical Assistance funds shall not supplant, but may complement and supplement existing efforts by cities, counties, districts, and other local, regional and state entities that were in existence as of January 1, 2022. Nothing in this paragraph shall be construed to prohibit use of funds for new efforts.

7.4.Timing. Upon receipt of a disbursement of Technical Assistance funds from Agency, Recipient will obligate its funding within 12 months and will ensure that funds allocated to projects are expended within five years as provided in any program policies and guidelines adopted by Agency’s Board.

8. Use of RPHP Funds. For any fiscal year in which Recipient receives RPHP funds from Agency, Recipient will comply with all of the following:

8.1.No Unrestricted Allocations. Government Code section 64830.5(a)(2)(B)(iii) prohibits Agency from making unrestricted direct allocations to government entities. Recipient therefore agrees to be subject to the restrictions set forth in this MOU and in t Agency’s policies and guidelines for the receipt and use of RPHP funds.
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8.2.Government Code Section 64830(d)(2). Recipient’s use of RPHP funds will comply with the requirements of Government Code section 64830(d)(2), attached hereto as Exhibit B-4 and incorporated herein by reference.

8.3.Prohibited Uses. Except as expressly authorized by Government Code section 64710, Recipient will not use RPHP funds to perform or undertake any functions related to supports and services provided to people experiencing homelessness.

8.4.Supplemental Capacity for Existing Efforts. Recipient’s use of RPHP funds shall not supplant, but may complement and supplement existing efforts by cities, counties, districts, and other local, regional and state entities that were in existence as of January 1, 2022. Nothing in this paragraph shall be construed to prohibit use of funds for new efforts.

8.5.Timing. Upon receipt of a disbursement of RPHP funds from Agency, Recipient will obligate its funding within 12 months and will ensure that funds allocated to projects are expended within five years as provided in any program policies and guidelines adopted by Agency’s Board.

9. Construction Labor Requirements.

9.1.Measure A. Recipient will ensure that at least 80% of the housing units produced with PPO funds provided by Agency are built subject to a project labor agreement that satisfies the requirements of Section 28 of Measure A, attached as Exhibit C-1 and incorporated herein by reference.

9.2.The Act. Recipient will ensure that any construction or rehabilitation project receiving PPO funds provided by Agency complies with the requirements of Government Code section 64720.5, attached as Exhibit C-2 and incorporated herein by reference.

10. Recruitment and Retention of Workers. Recipient will ensure that all contracts funding social services positions, including but not limited to eviction prevention workers, comply with Section 27 of Measure A, attached as Exhibit C-3, attached hereto and incorporated herein by reference.

11. Records and Monitoring.

11.1.Progress Reports. Recipient will submit Quarterly Progress Reports (“QPRs”) and an Annual Report (“Annual Report”) to Agency on Recipient’s use of PPO funds, Technical Assistance funds, and RPHP funds. Among other things, each QPR must address (with supporting documentation, as reasonably required by Agency) how Recipient has used, or plans to use, the PPO funds, Technical Assistance funds, and RPHP funds in accordance with this MOU, including, but not limited to, Sections 6 through 8 above. If Agency creates a template QPR, Recipient shall use Agency’s template. Beginning July 1, 2025, Recipient must submit QPRs to Agency in accordance with the schedule set forth in Master 42 of 62

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Funding Policy and Guidelines for Eligible Jurisdictions. The July QPR submission will represent Recipient’s Annual Report to Agency.

11.2.Financial Records. Recipient shall maintain financial records, supporting documents and agreements, statistical reports, official files, and any other evidence necessary to demonstrate compliance with this MOU. The foregoing shall be maintained on file by Recipient for at least five years after the expiration or termination of this MOU and made available to Agency upon request.

11.3.Audit Requirements. Agency shall contract for an annual audit, to be initiated within six months after the end of the fiscal year being audited, for the purpose of determining Recipient’s compliance with this MOU, the Act, and Measure A. Upon completion of the annual audit, Agency will provide Recipient with a copy thereof.

12. Compliance with Funding Requirements. Recipient and any of its sub-recipients shall comply with the programmatic and financial grant implementation policies and guidelines included in the Master Funding Policy and Guidelines for Eligible Jurisdictions, published by the Agency, for all categories of funds.

13. Indemnification. Recipient agrees to indemnify, defend (with counsel reasonably approved by Agency) and hold harmless Agency and its board members, officials, officers, employees, agents, and volunteers, at Recipient’s sole expense, from and against any and all claims actions, losses, damages, liability, and/or legal proceedings brought against Agency, its board members, officials, officers, employees, agents, and volunteers arising out of Recipient’s performance of, or lack of performance of, any of its obligations under this MOU.

14. Dispute Resolution; Breach and Remedies.

14.1.Avoidance of Disputes. The Parties recognize that, as public agencies that are mutually interested in the efficient and effective use of Measure A revenues to prevent homelessness and increase access to affordable housing, the Parties desire to avoid legal disputes related to this MOU or to the pass-down and expenditure of Measure A revenues. The Parties therefore commit to make their respective best efforts to work collaboratively and cohesively to address questions of eligible uses or other compliance-related issues prior to the issue rising to the level of a dispute.

14.2.Dispute Resolution. Except as otherwise provided below, before proceeding in accordance with Sections 14.3 and 14.4, the Parties will attempt to informally resolve any disputes that arise from the application or interpretation of this MOU.

The aggrieved Party shall notify the other Party of its intent to invoke this dispute resolution procedure within 10 business days after such dispute arises. If the Parties fail to resolve the dispute within 10 business days after delivery of such notice, each Party shall, within five business days thereafter, nominate a senior officer of its management to meet at a mutually agreed location to resolve the dispute. If the dispute remains unresolved within 10 business days after such a meeting, each Party, without further delay, shall have the right to proceed in accordance with 43 of 62

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Sections 14.3 and 14.4. Notwithstanding the foregoing, this Section 14.2 does not apply to a dispute involving Recipient’s alleged misuse or misappropriation of funds in violation of the Act, Measure A, or other applicable laws.

14.3.Recipient’s Breach. Recipient shall be in breach under this MOU if it fails to perform or satisfy any obligation or requirement set forth herein, or if it fails to comply with the Agency’s established policies and guidelines, the Act, Measure A or other applicable law. If such violation is subject to cure, it shall be deemed a breach of this MOU after 60 calendar days of receiving written notice from Agency.

14.4.Remedies.

14.4.1. Recipient’s sole remedy shall be to institute an action at law or equity to seek specific performance of the terms of this MOU. Recipient shall not be entitled to recover damages for any breach by Agency hereunder. For clarity, this Section allows for Recipient to obtain a court order to receive disbursement of Agency funds that Recipient is legally entitled to receive or to obtain a declaration of rights among the Parties under the law or this MOU.

14.4.2. If Agency alleges that Recipient has misused or misappropriated funds in violation of the Act, Measure A, or both, Agency may institute an action at law or equity to pursue all available legal or equitable remedies without providing a period for cure. In addition to the foregoing, Agency may pause disbursements of PPO funds, Technical Assistance funds, and/or RPHP funds to Recipient until such time as Agency reasonably determines that Recipient is complying with this MOU or a court of competent jurisdiction orders Agency to resume disbursing PPO funds, Technical Assistance funds, and/or RPHP funds to Recipient.

15. Most Favored Nation. Recipient acknowledges that Agency receives Measure A revenues for the purpose of passing through funding to multiple Eligible Jurisdictions throughout the County of Los Angeles and that each Eligible Jurisdiction, including Recipient, benefits from terms that ensure that another Eligible Jurisdiction (or its Subrecipients or contractors) does not take actions against Agency that would put Agency’s pool of funds at risk. Therefore, Agency recognizes that the terms of this MOU, including the indemnity provisions and limitations on damages against Agency, are most effective if applicable to all Eligible Jurisdictions. Recipient shall therefore be subject to the same terms and conditions of the Eligible Jurisdiction that receives the most favorable terms in its Funding Memorandum of Understanding with Agency. This most favored nation clause is not triggered by, and shall not preclude, Agency from settling or resolving disputes with Eligible Jurisdictions or other claimants; it is only intended to ensure the standardization of the various MOUs.

16. Notice.
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16.1.Methods. All notices, consents, requests, demands, and other communications required or permitted under this MOU must be in writing and are conclusively deemed effective:
(A) On personal delivery;
(B) On confirmed delivery by courier service;
(C) On the first business day after transmission if sent by registered electronic mail transmission, with unmodifiable proof of content, delivery, and time of delivery;
(D) If delivered by non-registered email, when the recipient, by an email sent to the email address for the sender stated in this Section 16 16 or by a notice delivered by another method in accordance with this Section 1616 acknowledges having received the sender’s email, provided that an automatic “read receipt” does not constitute acknowledgment of an email for purposes of this Section 1616; or
(E) On the third day after deposit in the United States mail, by certified or registered mail, postage prepaid, addressed to the other Party.

16.2.Courtesy Notice.
(A) If a Party gives notice under Section 16.116.1(A), (B), or (E) above, the noticing Party will make a good-faith effort to also send a courtesy copy of the notice to the other Party by email.
(B) Failure to receive a courtesy copy is not a defect in notice.

16.3.Addresses.
(A) Notices and other written communications to Agency must be sent to:

Los Angeles County Affordable Housing Solutions Agency
Kenneth Hahn Hall of Administration
500 West Temple Street, Room B50-b
Los Angeles, CA 90012
Attention: Ryan Johnson, Chief Executive Officer
Email: [email protected]
With a copy to:

Best Best & Krieger LLP
300 South Grand Ave., 25th Floor
Los Angeles, CA 90071Attention: Michael Maurer and Paula de Sousa Emails : michael.maurer@bbklaw or [email protected] 45 of 62

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(B) Notices and other written communications to Recipient must be sent to:

Glendale City Hall
613 E. Broadway Street
Attention:

Email:

With a copy to:

Glendale City Attorney
613 E. Broadway
Glendale, CA 91206
Attention: Michael J. Garcia
Email: [email protected]

16.4.Change of Address. Either Party may change its address or email address by giving the other Party notice of the change in any manner permitted by this MOU.

16.5.Refused or Undeliverable Notice. Any correctly addressed notice that is refused, unclaimed, or undeliverable because of an act or omission of the Party to be notified is deemed effective as of the first date that the notice was refused, unclaimed, or deemed undeliverable by the postal authorities, courier service, or other delivery service (as applicable).

17. Miscellaneous.

17.1.Governing Law; Venue. This MOU is governed by the laws of the State of California. Venue lies only in the state and federal courts in Los Angeles County, California.

17.2.Integrated Agreement. This MOU is the entire agreement between the Parties concerning the subject matter hereof and supersedes all prior written and oral agreements or understandings between the Parties. This MOU cannot be modified except by a written document signed by both Parties. No Party is relying on any other negotiation, discussion, or agreement in connection with the subject matter of this MOU. This is a fully integrated agreement.

17.3.Independent Representation by Counsel. The Parties represent that in executing this MOU they have relied solely upon their own judgment, belief, and knowledge, and the advice and recommendations of their own independently selected counsel. 46 of 62

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17.4.Capacity to Contract. Recipient has the capacity and the authority to fulfill the obligations required of it hereunder and nothing prohibits or restricts the right or ability of Recipient to carry out the terms hereof.

17.5.Authority to Execute. Each person executing this MOU on behalf of Recipient represents and warrants to Agency that they are duly authorized to execute and deliver this agreement on behalf of Recipient.

17.6.Enforcement Costs. If any action or proceeding is brought by any Party against any other Party to enforce any of the provisions hereof, or to seek damages by reason of any alleged breach of any of the provisions hereof (whether at the trial court level, appellate level, in a bankruptcy, probate or administrative proceeding or otherwise), the prevailing Party shall be entitled to recover from the other Party its attorney’s fees in such amount as the court may adjudge reasonable in such action or proceeding, together with the prevailing Party’s other costs and expenses (including, without limit, court costs and other litigation costs and expenses).

17.7.Assignment. Recipient may not assign this MOU without Agency’s prior written consent, which may be withheld for any reason.

17.8.Severability. If any provision of this MOU is held by a court of competent jurisdiction to be invalid, void, or unenforceable and the invalidity or unenforceability of such a provision does not deny a Party the material benefit of this MOU, then the other provisions of this MOU that can be given effect without the invalid provision remain in effect.

17.9.Headings. This MOU’s headings are inserted solely for convenience of reference and are not intended to govern, limit, or aid in the construction of any term or provision hereof.

17.10.Counterparts; Electronic Signatures.
(A) This MOU may be signed and delivered in counterparts. (B) In addition to any other lawful method of executing this MOU, this MOU may be signed and delivered by each Party either: (i) electronically by facsimile (e.g., scanned image or PDF copy); or (ii) digitally through the use of EchoSign, DocuSign, or such other commercially available digital- signature software that results in verified and confirmed signatures delivered electronically to each Party.
(C) Each electronic or digital signature of a Party is treated as an original, as if personally signed by that Party.

17.11.Agreements with Third Parties. If Recipient enters into any agreements with contractors, consultants, subrecipients or other parties (“Other Contracting Party”) for the use of PPO Funds, Technical Assistance Funds, or RPHP Funds for the implementation of eligible activities (“Third-Party Contracts”), such Third- 47 of 62

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Party Contracts shall be consistent with the terms of this MOU. Recipient shall include in all Third-Party Contracts a requirement to comply with all terms of this MOU applicable to the work or services provided by the Other Contracting Party, and all legal requirements, including the Measure A requirements. 48 of 62

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17.12.No Third-Party Beneficiary. There is no intended third-party beneficiary of this MOU.

17.13.No Waiver. No waiver of a provision of this MOU is valid unless it is made in writing and signed by the Party against whom such waiver is sought to be enforced.

A failure to enforce a right hereunder does not constitute a continuing waiver of that right or a waiver of any other right hereunder. No waiver, benefit, privilege, or service that is voluntarily given or performed by a Party gives the other Party any contractual right by custom, estoppel, or otherwise.

17.14.Successors and Representatives. This MOU binds and inures to the benefit of the Parties and their respective heirs, personal representatives, successors, and (where permitted) assignees.
(Signatures on the following page)
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IN WITNESS WHEREOF, the Parties have executed this MOU as indicated below.

RECIPIENT
City of Glendale, a California Charter City
By: ____________________________
Roubik Golanian, Glendale City Manager

APPROVED AS TO FORM
By: ____________________________
Micheal J Garcia, Glendale City Attorney
AGENCY
Los Angeles County Affordable Housing
Solutions Agency, a special act agency established pursuant to Government Code section 64710 and operating pursuant to the Los Angeles County Regional Housing Finance Act, Government Code section 64700 et seq. ("LACAHSA")
By: ____________________________
Ryan Johnson, Chief Executive Officer

APPROVED AS TO FORM
By: ____________________________
Michael Maurer, Agency Co-General Counsel
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Exhibit A

EXHIBIT A
Eligible Jurisdictions
Eligible Jurisdiction PPO Pro Rata
RHNA Share1
Technical
Assistance Share
RPHP Share
Burbank-Glendale-Pasadena
Regional Housing Trust

1.03% 0.09% 0.56%
City of Glendale 0.69% 0.09% 0.55%
City of Long Beach 1.38% 0.20% 1.21%
City of Los Angeles 22.80% 1.72% 10.34%
City of Santa Clarita 0.63% 0.04% 0.23%
Gateway Cities Council of
Government/Gateway Cities
Affordable Housing Trust

2.37% 0.35% 2.12%
Las Virgenes/Malibu Council
of Governments

0.07% 0.01% 0.04%
North Los Angeles County
Transportation Coalition JPA

0.76% 0.09% 0.56%
San Fernando Valley Council of
Governments

0.09% 0.01% 0.04%
San Gabriel Valley Council of
Governments/San Gabriel
Valley Regional Housing Trust

4.22% 0.36% 2.14%
South Bay Cities Council of
Governments/South Bay
Regional Housing Trust

1.91% 0.21% 1.28%
Unincorporated Los Angeles
County

4.86% 0.23% 1.39%
Westside Cities Council of
Governments

1.19% 0.09% 0.55%
1 As approved by Agency’s Board on 6/25/2025. Pursuant to the Act, the Pro Rata RHNA Shares attributable to the Councils of Governments exclude any share attributable to an individually listed jurisdiction. 51 of 62

Exhibit B-1
EXHIBIT B-1
Government Code Section 64830
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64830.
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(d) Subject to funding eligibility and adjustment pursuant to subdivision (b) of Section 64717, the agency shall distribute regional housing revenue in the form of a grant, loan, or other financing tool pursuant to subdivision (q) of Section 64720 in a manner that achieves the following shares in the annual expenditure plan:
(1) A minimum of 40 percent of the annual programmatic budget, excluding any bond indebtedness, shall be spent on affordable housing creation, preservation, and ownership as follows:
(A) The following conditions shall apply with regard to affordable housing creation:
(i) Funding pursuant to this subparagraph may be used for the following purposes, including, but not limited to, land acquisition, housing acquisition, financing, and ownership programs, including the agency serving as a single source of financing as appropriate, income assistance for extremely low income households, and project-based rental assistance contracts with no time limit that are restricted to the support of extremely low income households. (ii) Financing for any development costs associated with a project or funding grant that is for housing that is 100 percent affordable, which means restricted to any household that earns less than 80 percent of the area median income (AMI), including permanent supportive housing that includes onsite supportive services. An eligible project may also include a subset of at least 50 units, or 50 percent of the total units, whichever is greater, in a larger development that includes units targeted up to 120 percent of AMI, in which case the agency may only fund units that are designated for extremely low and very low income households, and agency funds shall not be used in connection with any unit that is income restricted due to development incentives, density bonuses, or similar programs.
(I) For each of the eligible jurisdictions, as defined in paragraph (1) of subdivision (a) of Section 64830.5, 25 percent of all funded units shall be reserved for extremely low income households, as defined in Section 50106 of the Health and Safety Code, and 25 percent shall be reserved for very low 52 of 62

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income households, as defined in Section 50105 of the
Health and Safety Code, over any two-year period, with
regular monitoring by the citizens’ oversight committee and board of units funded and constructed during that two-year period.
(II) For each project, 10 percent of the units in the project shall be reserved for extremely low income households and 10
percent of the units shall be reserved for very low income households.
(B) Funding pursuant to this paragraph for affordable housing preservation programs may be used to acquire, rehabilitate, place affordability restrictions on, and preserve existing housing units, housing from the private market, and units in residential hotels as defined in paragraph (1) of subdivision (b) of Section 50519 of the Health and Safety Code for affordability, in order to prevent the loss of affordability and expand permanent affordability. Funding provided pursuant to this subparagraph shall be subject to both of the following conditions:
(i) Existing residents of buildings acquired for the purpose of affordable housing preservation shall not be permanently displaced, even if the resident’s household income exceeds the moderate- income limits in Section 50093 of the Health and Safety Code. (ii) Buildings acquired for the purpose of affordable housing preservation shall achieve 100 percent occupancy by extremely low or very low income households over time through unit turnover.

Grants, loans, or other financing provided to community land trusts and other similarly structured nonprofit entities to acquire, rehabilitate, and preserve existing housing units are an eligible use pursuant to this subparagraph.

Programs to enable low- or moderate-income households to become or remain homeowners, including, but not limited to, below market rate ownership programs, downpayment assistance programs, residential rehabilitation loan programs, and grants or loans to assist in the rehabilitation or replacement of existing mobile homes located in a mobile home or manufactured home are eligible uses pursuant to this subparagraph.
(C) Funding provided pursuant to this paragraph shall be subject to the following conditions in the event that demolition or rehabilitation of housing units is required:
(i) (I) Any funded development or affordable housing grant on any property that includes a parcel or parcels that currently have residential uses, or within the five years preceding the grant have had residential uses that have been vacated or demolished, that are or were subject to a recorded covenant, ordinance, or law that 53 of 62

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restricts rents to levels affordable to persons and families of low or very low income, subject to any other form of rent or price control through a public entity’s valid exercise of its police power, or occupied by low- or very low income households, shall be subject to a policy requiring the replacement of all those units to be made available at affordable rent or affordable housing cost to, and occupied by, persons and families in the same or lower income category as those households in occupancy.
(II) Replacement requirements shall be consistent with those set forth in paragraph (3) of subdivision (c) of Section 65915, provided that any dwelling unit that is or was, within the five-year period preceding the grant, subject to a form of rent or price control through a local government’s valid exercise of its police power and that is or was occupied by persons or families above lower income shall be replaced with units made available at affordable rent or affordable housing cost to, and occupied by, low-income persons or families.
(ii) If existing residents are required to be relocated due to demolition or rehabilitation needs, the developer is required to provide relocation benefits to the occupants of those housing rental units subject to Chapter 16 (commencing with Section 7260) of Division 7 of Title 1. The developer shall comply with either the local government requirements for relocation assistance to displaced households or the policy set by the agency for relocation assistance to displaced households, whichever provides a greater benefit to the relocated or displaced households.
(iii) If existing occupants who are lower income households are required to vacate their units due to demolition or rehabilitation needs, the developer shall provide a right of first refusal for a comparable unit available in the new or rehabilitated housing development that is affordable to the household at an affordable rent, as defined in Section 50053 of the Health and Safety Code, or an affordable housing cost, as defined in Section 50052.5 of the Health and Safety Code.
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(Amended by Stats. 2024, Ch. 80, Sec. 73. (SB 1525) Effective January 1, 2025.) 54 of 62

Exhibit B-2
EXHIBIT B-2
Government Code Section 64830.5(a)(2)(A)
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64830.5(a)(2).
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(A)
(i) Seventy percent of annual funding for the purpose of affordable housing preservation, affordable housing production, income assistance for extremely low- income households, and long-term, project-based rental assistance shall be allocated, based on the eligible jurisdiction’s pro rata lower income housing need, to the eligible jurisdictions, provided that the allocation is consistent with the eligible uses of the funding set forth in paragraph (1) of subdivision (d) of Section 64830.
(ii)
(I) Thirty percent of annual funding for the purpose of affordable housing preservation, affordable housing production, and long-term rental assistance, with no time limit, shall be allocated by the agency to the eligible jurisdictions consistent with the guiding principles of the agency and the eligible uses outlined in Section 64830.
(II) At least 5 percent of funds allocated pursuant to subclause (I) shall be used for technical assistance grants to cities with a population under 50,000. (iii) If an eligible jurisdiction is found to be out of compliance with affordability targets at the end of a two-year period, the board may take any of the following actions:
(I) Limit the funding for the jurisdiction to extremely low and very low income housing units only until compliance is reestablished.
(II) Require the funding allocated to the jurisdiction to be administered by the agency instead of the jurisdiction.
(III) Increase funding incentives as needed to meet project and programmatic targets.
(iv)
(I) Any eligible jurisdiction may receive a direct allocation of all or part of the jurisdiction’s funding described in this subparagraph if all of the following conditions are met:
(ia) The jurisdiction agrees to adopt and adhere to agency financing policies and guidelines, including public engagement and notice provisions outlined in this chapter.
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(ib) All funded projects are in compliance with the agency’s eligible uses and affordability requirements.
(ic) The jurisdiction agrees to allocate its funding within 12 months through administrative processes without being subject to additional legislative process.
(id) The jurisdiction is in compliance with Affirmatively Furthering Fair Housing in California guidelines.
(II)
(ia) Once committed to a specific project, funds shall remain available for expenditure for an additional five years, unless an extension is authorized pursuant to sub-subclause (ib).
(ib) If the funds have not been expended within five years of receipt as required in sub-subclause (ia), the jurisdiction shall show that it has made adequate progress towards completing the project. If the agency finds that the city has made adequate progress, the agency shall authorize an additional 24 months to grant entitlements to the remainder of the project. If the agency does not find that the city has made adequate progress, the funds shall be transferred to the agency.

The agency shall hold the funds until the city submits a plan satisfactory to the agency to move forward with the project or allocate funds to another qualified project consistent with the jurisdiction’s expenditure plan.
(ic) For purposes of this subclause, “adequate progress” means the project has received the land use approvals or entitlements necessary for at least 75 percent of the project’s units. . . .
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(Amended by Stats. 2024, Ch. 80, Sec. 73. (SB 1525) Effective January 1, 2025 56 of 62

Exhibit B-3
EXHIBIT B-3
Government Code Section 64830
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64830.
. . .

(d) Subject to funding eligibility and adjustment pursuant to subdivision (b) of Section 64717, the agency shall distribute regional housing revenue in the form of a grant, loan, or other financing tool pursuant to subdivision (q) of Section 64720 in a manner that achieves the following shares in the annual expenditure plan:
. . .
(4) At least 5 percent of the total annual programmatic budget, excluding any bond indebtedness, shall be used for technical assistance, research, and policy development. Eligible uses for these funds include, but are not limited to, all of the following:
(A) Collecting and tracking information related to displacement and displacement risk, rents, and evictions in the region.
(B) Drafting model affordable housing land use ordinances that may be adopted by any jurisdiction in the County of Los Angeles.
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(Amended by Stats. 2024, Ch. 80, Sec. 73. (SB 1525) Effective January 1, 2025. 57 of 62

Exhibit B-4
EXHIBIT B-4
Government Code Section 64830
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64830.
. . .

(d) Subject to funding eligibility and adjustment pursuant to subdivision (b) of Section 64717, the agency shall distribute regional housing revenue in the form of a grant, loan, or other financing tool pursuant to subdivision (q) of Section 64720 in a manner that achieves the following shares in the annual expenditure plan:
. . .
(2)
(A) At least 30 percent of the total annual programmatic budget, excluding any bond indebtedness, shall be spent on countywide renter protection and support programs.
(B) These programs include any effort that helps renters of lower income households, as defined in Section 50079.5 of the Health and Safety Code. (C) Eligible uses of the funds include, but are not limited to, all of the following:
(i) Preeviction and eviction legal services, counseling, advice and consultation, training, renter education and representation, and services to improve habitability that protect against displacement of tenants.
(ii) Providing rental assistance for lower income households. Rental assistance shall be provided to a specific household for a reasonable amount of time not to exceed six months, and shall be paired with supportive services, such as eviction prevention and defense, to the greatest extent possible.
(iii) Providing relocation assistance for lower income households beyond what is legally required of landlords according to local or state law.
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(Amended by Stats. 2024, Ch. 80, Sec. 73. (SB 1525) Effective January 1, 2025. 58 of 62

Exhibit C-1
EXHIBIT C-1
Measure A Labor Requirements
SECTION 28. CONSTRUCTION WORK.

A. It is the intent of this section to encourage the development of local job opportunities and career pathways into the building and construction trades, including but not limited to apprenticeship and pre-apprenticeship programs.

B. Any construction or rehabilitation project receiving funding or financing from this Ordinance, including but not limited to a project of fewer than 40 units, shall constitute a public work for which prevailing wages shall be paid for purposes of Chapter 1 (commencing with section 1720) of Part 7 of Division 2 of the Labor Code.

C. A project of 40 or more units is eligible to receive funding or financing from this Ordinance only if all construction and rehabilitation is subject to the City of Los Angeles Department of Public Works Project Labor Agreement 2020-2030 if the project is within the City of Los Angeles, or the Countywide Community Workforce Agreement executed by the Chief Executive Officer on June 7, 2023 if the project is elsewhere, or any successor to either agreement.

D. For purposes of sections 28 and 29 of this Ordinance, the number of units means the maximum number of units authorized in an entitlement granted by the land use permitting authority for a development project, regardless of whether construction or rehabilitation proceeds in phases or project ownership is divided.

E. The Designated Enforcement Agency (“DEA”) shall have authority to enforce Labor Code sections 1720-1815, as amended from time to time, for projects funded by the tax imposed by this Ordinance. Any developer, contractor, or subcontractor as to such projects shall be required to cooperate fully in any investigation the DEA initiates. For projects located in the City of Los Angeles, the DEA shall be the Department of Public Works, Bureau of Contract Administration. For projects elsewhere, the contracting Funding Recipient shall act as or designate the DEA. The DEA shall be authorized to work with joint labor management committees established pursuant to the federal Labor Management Cooperation Act of 1978 (29 U.S.C. section 175a) in order to carry out the enforcement/investigation duties under this Ordinance. A joint labor management committee may bring an action in any court of competent jurisdiction against an employer that fails to comply with the labor standards required under this Ordinance.

F. Notwithstanding subsection C of this section, if a project labor agreement is agreed between the Funding Recipient or project developer, the Los Angeles/Orange Counties Building and Construction Trades Council, and the Western States Regional Council of Carpenters, then a project with 40 or more units is eligible to receive funding or financing from this Ordinance if all construction and rehabilitation is subject to that project labor agreement.

G. For purposes of this Ordinance, “project labor agreement” has the meaning stated in subdivision (b)(1) of section 2500 of the Public Contract Code. 59 of 62

Exhibit C-2
EXHIBIT C-2
Government Code Section 64720.5
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64720.5.
(a) Any construction or rehabilitation project receiving funding or financing from the agency, a measure proposed by the agency pursuant to subdivision (a) of Section 64720, or a joint powers authority of which the agency is a member, including, but not limited to, a project with under 40 units, shall constitute a public work for which prevailing wages shall be paid for purposes of Chapter 1 (commencing with Section 1720) of Part 7 of Division 2 of the Labor Code.
(b) A project with 40 units or greater is eligible to receive funding or financing from the agency, a measure proposed by the agency pursuant to subdivision (a) of Section 64720, or a joint powers authority of which the agency is a member, only if all construction and rehabilitation is subject to the City of Los Angeles Department of Public Works PLA. For purposes of this subdivision and subdivision (c), the number of units means the maximum number of units authorized in an entitlement granted by the land use permitting authority for the development project, regardless of whether construction or rehabilitation proceeds in phases or ownership is divided.
(c) Notwithstanding subdivision (b), if a specific countywide project labor agreement is negotiated with mutual agreement between the Los Angeles/Orange Counties Building and Construction Trades Council and the Southern California Association of Nonprofit Housing and approved by the agency, then a project with 40 units or greater is eligible to receive funding or financing from the agency, a measure proposed by the agency pursuant to subdivision (a) of Section 64720, or a joint powers authority of which the agency is a member, only if all construction and rehabilitation is subject to the specific countywide project labor agreement rather than the Department of Public Works PLA. (d) For purposes of this section, “project labor agreement” has the same meaning as in paragraph (1) of subdivision (b) of Section 2500 of the Public Contract Code. (e) For purposes of this section, “Department of Public Works PLA” means the City of Los Angeles Department of Public Works Project Labor Agreement 2020-2030 with Los Angeles/Orange Counties Building and Construction Trades Council, effective August 25, 2021.
(Added by Stats. 2022, Ch. 661, Sec. 1. (SB 679) Effective January 1, 2023.) 60 of 62

Exhibit C-3
EXHIBIT C-3
Measure A Section 27
SECTION 27. IMPROVING RECRUITMENT AND RETENTION OF HOMELESSNESS SERVICE AND PREVENTION WORKERS.

A. All contracts funding social services positions, including but not limited to homelessness services and eviction prevention workers, financed by the tax imposed by this Ordinance must:

1. Set sufficient payment rates to enable contractors to pay wages aligned with public and private market conditions;

2. Allow amendments, as needed, to provide that incentives and wage increases for cost of living similar to those offered to County staff and/or Los Angeles Homeless Services Authority staff are also available to service provider and prevention worker staff;

3. Allow annual adjustments to reflect cost-of-living adjustments, increases in administrative allowances, and operational cost changes due to inflation or other factors (such as supply shortages, insurance market changes, etc.);

4. Be paid in a timely manner to prevent unnecessary cost increases borne by service providers; and

5. Not result in displacement of public employees.

Multi-year contracts are encouraged to support system, service delivery, workforce, and nonprofit service provider stability.

B. By June 30, 2025, the County shall establish a labor council with equal representation from organized labor and nonprofit social service provider leadership to discuss pay equity and career development at contracted service providers, especially with regard to racial disparities and for those with lived experience of homelessness. This council shall make recommendations to the Board of Supervisors on issues related but not limited to all levels of compensation, wages and benefits, and appropriate pay ranges as compared to County employees performing similar work, including the feasibility of contracts for social services positions financed by this Ordinance meeting or exceeding area wage standards, pay equity for service provider staff, and the allowance of cost-of-living adjustments. The labor council shall provide initial recommendations to the Board of Supervisors by June 30, 2026.

C. Every three years, the Chief Executive Officer shall conduct a review every three years of current payment rates across service types (such. as interim housing bed rates) to inform rate changes and, every five years, shall review current administrative rates allowed in service contracts compared with industry standards and best practices. 61 of 62

Allocations by Jurisdiction, approved by LACAHSA Board of Directors for FY25-26 Estimated LACAHSA Funding by Use and Jurisdiction

PPO RPHP TA
Agency
New
Construction Flexible
TA for Small
Cities RPHP
TA for Small
Cities

General
TA for
Small Cities Admin
Total by
Agency
1 LACAHSA $53,224,698 $13,090,864 $2,583,723 $32,727,161 $1,722,482 $5,454,527 $287,080 $19,138,690 $128,229,226 2 Burbank-Glendale-
Pasadena Regional
Housing Trust
$3,058,288 $900,661 $2,137,002 $356,167 $6,452,118
3 City of Glendale $2,044,455 $602,089 $2,105,698 $350,950 $5,103,191 4 City of Long Beach $4,083,071 $1,202,458 $4,646,518 $774,420 $10,706,466 5 City of Los Angeles $67,414,093 $19,853,341 $39,560,271 $6,593,378 $133,421,084 6 City of Santa Clarita $1,872,563 $551,467 $886,244 $147,707 $3,457,981 7 Gateway Cities Council
of Governments/
Gateway Cities
Affordable Housing Trust
$7,018,735 $2,067,006 $8,102,103 $1,350,350 $18,538,195 8 Las Virgenes/Malibu
Council of Governments
$204,737 $60,295 $166,605 $27,768 $459,405
9 North Los Angeles
County Transportation
Coalition JPA
$2,237,149 $658,837 $2,142,219 $357,037 $5,395,241
10 San Fernando Valley
Council of Governments
$267,874 $78,888 $146,780 $24,463 $518,005
11 San Gabriel Valley
Council of Governments/
San Gabriel Valley
Regional Housing Trust
$12,480,955 $3,675,621 $8,172,640 $1,362,107 $25,691,324 12 South Bay Cities Council
of Governments/
South Bay Regional
Housing Trust
$5,641,046 $1,661,279 $4,886,096 $814,349 $13,002,770
13 Unincorporated
Los Angeles County
$14,356,803 $4,228,055 $5,312,453 $885,409 $24,782,720
14 Westside Cities
Council of Governments
$3,511,192 $1,034,041 $2,117,872 $352,979 $7,016,083
TOTAL $177 ,415,660 $49,664,902 $2,583,723$113,109,660 $1,722,482 $18,851,610 $287 ,080 $19,138,690 $382,773,809 62 of 62

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