Agenda packet, first session — Palmdale City Council, May 18, 2022 (part 2 of 2)

Revenue: $1,400,000
Prior Year(s) Funding Available: $50,000
The proposed CDBG eligible activities are:

Applicants Project Descriptions Funding
Requests
South Antelope
Valley Emergency
Services (SAVES)
Support a continuum of services in the
Antelope Valley to prevent and eliminate
homelessness including but not limited to
emergency services, homeless prevention
programs, case management and bridge
housing. This is an eligible activity under
570.201(e) and meets the national objective
under 570.208(a)(2)(1)(B) low/mod limited
clientele.
$210,000
Public Services Subtotal $210,000
ADA Public
Facilities
Improvements
The ADA Improvements project will include the
design and installation ADA improvements and
upgrades to the Domenic Massari Park Soccer
Field and to Palmdale Playhouse. This is an
eligible activity under 570.201(c) of regulation
and meets the low/mod benefit national
objective under 570.208(a)(2).
$386,430
Capital
Improvements
Subtotal $386,430
Section 108 Debt
Service
Annual debt service and trustee fees for
Section 108 Loan Guarantee. This is an
eligible activity under 570.705(c).
$573,570
Housing Rights
Center
Fair Housing Services. This is an eligible
activity under 570.206(c).
$38,620
Program
Administration
Implementation of the CDBG Program (< 20%
of total program award) This is an eligible
activity under 570.206.
$241,380
Administrative
/Other
Subtotal $853,570
Total Estimated CDBG 2022-2023 Allocation $1,450,000
The funding reflected in the Annual Action Plan are estimated amounts. Should the final allocation amount be different from the estimate, proposed activity budgets will be adjusted in the following manners:
 Fair Housing Services and Section 108 Debt Service will remain at the estimated budgets.

Report to Mayor and City Council
Re: Public Hearing Draft 2022-2023 Action Plan
May 18, 2022

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 The other activities will be adjusted proportionately to reflect either an increase or decrease for the allocation.

The HOME revenue available for programming is summarized below:
2022-2023 Allocation $400,000
The proposed HOME eligible activities are:

Applicants Project Descriptions Funding
Requests
Tenant Based
Rental Assistance
Implementation of tenant-based rental
assistance to prevent eviction. This is an
eligible activity under 24 CFR Part 92.
$175,000
TBD: Affordable
Rental Housing
A project has not yet been determined. (This
includes the CHDO set aside of $60,000) This
is an eligible activity under 24 CFR Part 92.
(The City will conduct a public hearing to
amend the Action Plan once a suitable project
is identified)
$185,000
Program
Administration
Implementation of the HOME Program (< 10%
of total program award). This is an eligible
activity under 92.207.
$40,000
Total Estimated HOME 2022-2023 Allocation $400,000
The funding reflected in the Annual Action Plan are estimated amounts. Should the final allocation amount be different from the estimate, proposed activity budgets will be adjusted in the following manners:
 Tenant-Based Rental Assistance will remain at the estimated budget.  The other activities will be adjusted proportionately to reflect either an increase or decrease for the allocation.

In compliance with the City’s approved Citizen Participation Plan and Implementing Regulation 24 CFR 91.105, a Public Notice was published in the Antelope Valley Press on April 1, 2022, to inform residents that the Draft 2022-2023 Action Plan was available for review and comments. Citizens were advised that copies of the aforementioned documents were available for review on the City’s website from April 1, 2022, to May 4, 2022, and the documents would be available in hardcopy format at the Neighborhood Services Department office, the Palmdale Public Library, and the Administration Building.

The public notice invited citizens to provide written comments to the Housing staff at the Department of Neighborhood Services, 38250 Sierra Highway, Palmdale, CA 93550 or via email to [email protected] before 5:00 p.m. on May 4, 2022, and also during the public hearing on May 4, 2022 beginning at 7:00 p.m. at the City Council meeting in Council Chambers located at 38300 Sierra Highway, Suite B, Palmdale, CA Report to Mayor and City Council
Re: Public Hearing Draft 2022-2023 Action Plan
May 18, 2022

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93550. This item was continued to May 18, 2022. The public notice also invited citizens submit comments in advance of the meeting utilizing the City’s eComment tool located at https://cityofpalmdale.org/310/City-Council-Meetings. Click on “eComment” next to the meeting Agenda once available.

FISCAL IMPACT
For Fiscal Year 2022-2023 the City will receive an estimated allocation of $1,400,000 in Community Development Block Grant (CDBG) funds, and $400,000 in HOME Investment Partnerships (HOME) funds. Together with $50,000 of prior year CDBG resources, a total of $1,850,000 is available for the 2022-2023 Action Plan.

STRATEGIC PLAN
Goal II: Ensure long-term fiscal health of the City and maintain funding for services.

A. Manage resources, costs, and liabilities to ensure the City’s long-term fiscal health.

Prepared by: Sophia Reyes, Housing Manager
Certified as to availability of Funds: Janelle Samson, Director of Finance Approved by: Ronda Perez, Interim City Manager
Approved as to form: Christopher Beck, City Attorney

ATTACHMENTS
Draft 2022-2023 Action Plan

Annual Action Plan
FY 2022-23

Draft
Public Review
May 4, 2022

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Table of Contents
Executive Summary ................................ ................................ ................................ ............................ - 1 - AP-05 Executive Summary - 24 CFR 91.200(c), 91.220(b) ................................ ............................... - 1 - PR-05 Lead & Responsible Agencies – 91.200(b) ................................ ................................ ............. - 4 - AP-10 Consultation – 91.100, 91.200(b), 91.215(l) ................................ ................................ .......... - 5 - AP-12 Participation – 91.105, 91.200(c) ................................ ................................ ........................ - 22 - Expected Resources ................................ ................................ ................................ ......................... - 23 - AP-15 Expected Resources – 91.220(c)(1,2) ................................ ................................ ................. - 23 - Annual Goals and Objectives ................................ ................................ ................................ ............ - 28 - AP-20 Annual Goals and Objectives................................ ................................ ............................... - 28 - AP-35 Projects – 91.220(d) ................................ ................................ ................................ ........... - 31 - AP-38 Project Summary ................................ ................................ ................................ ................ - 33 - AP-50 Geographic Distribution – 91.220(f) ................................ ................................ ..................... - 33 - Affordable Housing ................................ ................................ ................................ ........................... - 43 - AP-55 Affordable Housing – 91.220(g) ................................ ................................ ........................... - 43 - AP-60 Public Housing – 91.220(h) ................................ ................................ ................................ . - 45 - AP-65 Homeless and Other Special Needs Activities – 91.220(i) ................................ ..................... - 45 - AP-75 Barriers to affordable housing – 91.220(j) ................................ ................................ ............ - 49 - AP-85 Other Actions – 91.220(k) ................................ ................................ ................................ ... - 50 - Program Specific Requirements ................................ ................................ ................................ ........ - 53 - AP-90 Program Specific Requirements – 91.220(l)(1,2,4) ................................ ............................... - 53 - Action Plan Tables
Table 1 - Responsible Agencies ................................ ................................ ................................ ........... - 4 - Table 2 - Agencies, groups, organizations who participated................................ ................................ - 20 - Table 3 - Other local / regional / federal planning efforts ................................ ................................ ..... - 21 - Table 4 – Citizen Participation Outreach ................................ ................................ ............................ - 22 - Table 5 - Expected Resources – Priority Table ................................ ................................ ................... - 24 - Table 6 – Goals Summary ................................ ................................ ................................ ................. - 30 - Table 7 - Project Information ................................ ................................ ................................ ............. - 32 - Table 8 - Geographic Distribution ................................ ................................ ................................ ...... - 42 - Table 9 - One Year Goals for Affordable Housing by Support Requirement................................ .......... - 44 - Table 10 - One Year Goals for Affordable Housing by Support Type ................................ ................... - 44 -

City of Palmdale iii 2022 Annual Action Plan

Version History
No. Summary of Changes
1 Published Draft for Public
Comment: April 1, 2022 Sent to HUD for Approval: TBD
Conducted Public Hearing: May 4, 2022 Approved by HUD: TBD Original 2022-2023 Annual Action Plan.

City of Palmdale - 1 - 2022 Annual Action Plan

Executive Summary
AP-05 Executive Summary - 24 CFR 91.200(c), 91.220(b)

1. Introduction
The City of Palmdale has prepared the 2022-23 Annual Action Plan as required to receive federal Community Development Block Grant (CDBG) and HOME Investment Partnerships (HOME) funds.

The Action Plan provides the United States Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD) with a summary of the proposed activities to be carried out with CDBG and HOME resources.

The CDBG and HOME programs generally provide for a wide range of eligible activities for the benefit of low- and moderate-income Palmdale residents.

Community Development Block Grant (CDBG)
The Housing and Community Development Act o f 1974 created the CDBG Program with three primary objectives against which HUD evaluates the Consolidated Plan and the City’s performance under the Plan. Those primary objectives are decent housing, suitable living environments, and expanded economic opportunities for low- and moderate-income persons. The CDBG regulations require that each activity meet one of the following national objectives:
• Benefit low- and moderate-income persons;
• Aid in the prevention or elimination of slums and blight; or • Meet other community development needs having a particular urgency (usually the result of a natural disaster).

HOME Investment Partnerships (HOME)
The Cranston-Gonzalez National Affordable Housing Act of 1990 created the HOME program to expand the supply of affordable housing for low- and moderate-income households. Often used in partnership with local nonprofit housing development organizations, the HOME program can support a wide range of affordable housing activities, including building, buying, and/or rehabilitating rental and ownership housing or providing direct rental assistance to low - and moderate-income people.

For the 2022 program year, the City will receive an estimated $1,400,000 of CDBG funds and an estimated $400,000 of HOME funds from HUD. Together with prior year resources of $50,000 available, an estimated $1,850,000 is available for the CDBG and HOME activities listed below.

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2022 CDBG Activities
Fair Housing Services $38,620
South Antelope Valley Emergency Services (SAVES) $210,000 Section 108 Debt Service $573,570
ADA Public Facilities & Street Improvements $386,430
CDBG Program Administration $241,380
Total $1,450,000
2022 HOME Activities
Tenant-Based Rental Assistance $175,000
Affordable Housing Development (including CHDO set-aside) $60,000 HOME Program Administration $40,000
Development TBD $125,000 Total $400,000

2. Summarize the objectives and outcomes identified in the Plan The 2022-2023 Annual Action Plan addresses the priority needs and goals established in the FY 2020-24 Consolidated Plan. The eight priority needs listed below are established as part of this Plan:
• Increase the supply of affordable housing
• Provide rental assistance to low-income households
• Ensure equal access to housing opportunities
• Prevent and eliminate homelessness
• Provide public services for residents, including those with special needs • Improve public facilities and infrastructure
• Preserve the supply of affordable housing
• Expand economic opportunity for low-income residents

3. Evaluation of past performance
The investment of HUD resources during the 2 021 Program Year resulted in measurable accomplishments that contributed to positive outcomes for Palmdale residents. Together with other federal, state and local investments, HUD resources allowed the City of Palmdale and its partners to provide:

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• Fair housing services to Palmdale residents
• Homelessness prevention and assistance
• Tenant-based rental assistance to extremely-low income seniors • Public Facility Improvements
• Support affordable housing developments

4. Summary of Citizen Participation Process and consultation process To be completed after the public hearing scheduled for May 4, 2022.

5. Summary of public comments
To be completed after the public hearing scheduled for May 4, 2022.

6. Summary of comments or views not accepted and the reasons for not accepting them To be completed after the public hearing scheduled for May 4, 2022.

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

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

Agency Role Name Department/Agency
CDBG and HOME Administrator City of Palmdale Neighborhood Services Table 1 - Responsible Agencies
Narrative
The City of Palmdale Department of Neighborhood Services is the lead agency responsible for the administration of the CDBG and HOME programs. The Department of Neighborhood Services contracted with LDM Associates, Inc. to prepare the 2022-2023 Annual Action Plan.

In the development of the Consolidated Plan, the City developed and implemented a comprehensive citizen participation and consultation process and condu cted a needs assessment and market analysis to identify levels of relative need regarding affordable housing, homelessness, special needs, and community development. This information was gathered through consultation with public officials and local agencie s, public outreach and community meetings, review of demographic and economic data, and housing market analysis.

In the implementation of the 2022-2023 Annual Action Plan and each of the five Annual Action Plans, the Department of Neighborhood Services sha ll be responsible for all grants planning, management and monitoring duties necessary to comply with HUD regulations and City policy.

Consolidated Plan Public Contact Information
Department of Neighborhood Services / Housing Division
Attn: Sophia Reyes, Housing Manager
38250 Sierra Highway
Palmdale, CA 93550
(661) 267-5164

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

1. Introduction
The City of Palmdale consulted with representatives from multiple agencies, groups, and organizations involved in the development of affordable housing, creation of job opportunities for low- and moderate-income residents, and/or provision of services to children, elderly persons, persons with disabilities, persons with HIV/AIDS and their families, and homeless persons. To facilitate this consultation, the City solicited feedback through the following methods:
• Stakeholder surveys
• Individual stakeholder consultations
• Community meetings
• Public hearings
• Receipt of written comments
To gather the greatest breadth and depth of information, the City consulted with a wide variety of agencies, groups and organizations concerning the housing, community and economic development needs of the community as part of the Consolidated Plan process . Each of the agencies, groups or or ganizations consulted is represented below. The input received from these consultation partners helped establish and inform the objectives and goals described in the Strategic Plan.

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

The City recognizes the importance of careful coordination and alignment among various service providers to maximize the effectiveness of the CDBG and HOME programs. As a result, during the development of this Consolidated Plan, the City consulted closely with organizations that provide assisted housing, health services and other community -focused programs. Outreach ef forts included surveys including specific questions associated with coordination, invitations to community meetings and follow-up in-person interviews where appropriate.

The City further recognizes the importance of continued coordination and alignment dur ing the upcoming five-year planning period with these organizations and agencies. The City will strengthen relationships and alignment among these organizations in the implementation of the NOFA process for CDBG and HOME funds and through technical assistance provided to subrecipients of CDBG and HOME funds each year.

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Describe coordination with the Continuum of Care and efforts to address the needs of homeless persons (particularly chronically homeless individuals and families, families with children, ve terans, and unaccompanied youth) and persons at risk of homelessness Los Angeles County’s homeless system of care is comprised of a network of public, private, faith-based, for- profit, and non -profit service providers who utilize several federal, state and local resources to provide services for homeless people. The region’ s municipalities, including the City of Palmdale, also provide resources for services that assist the homeless and those at risk of becoming homeless. The County’s non- profit community plays a key role in the current Continuum of Care (CoC) system. Hundred s of agencies throughout the County provide programs ranging from feeding the homeless on the street to creating permanent supportive housing opportunities. These services are available to homeless families with children, and single men and women.

The Los Angeles Homeless Services Authority (LAHSA) is the lead agency for the CoC in Los Angeles County. LAHSA guides the development of homeless strategies and the implementation of programs to end homelessness throughout the region. The City provided a detailed questionnaire to LAHSA to identify the CoC’s perceived needs in the county and its objectives to address the needs of different homeless persons populations, specifically chronically homeless families and individuals, families with children, veterans, unaccompanied youth, and persons at risk of homelessness. Following the delivery and response to this questionnaire, the City followed up with the CoC to clarify existing needs and objectives and understand opportunities for collaboration and coordination during the 5-year planning process.

Coordination to address homelessness — including chronically homeless individuals and families, families with children, veterans, and unaccompanied youth — is guided by the CoC. All service providers within the CoC can refer people with varying needs to the appropriate service provider(s) in their area.

Describe consultation with the Continuum(s) of Care that serves the jurisdiction's area in determining how to allocate ESG funds, develop performance standards and evaluate outcomes, and develop funding, policies and procedures for the administration of HMIS
The City of Palmdale does not receive Emergency Solutions Grant (ESG) funds, but will continue to support the efforts of LAHSA and the County of Los Angeles in their devel opment of performance standards for the County’s ESG program that provide a measure to evaluate each subrecipients’ effectiveness, such as how well the service provider succeeds at 1) targeting those who need the assistance most; 2) reducing the number of people living on the streets or emergency shelters; 3) shortening the time people spend homeless; and 4) reducing each program participant’s housing barriers or housing stability risks.

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2. Describe Agencies, groups, organizations , and others who participated in the process and describe the jurisdictions consultations with housing, social service agencies and other entities 1 Agency/Group/Organization Los Angeles County Child Protective Services Agency/Group/Organization Type
Child Welfare Agency
Services-Children
Other government - Local
What section of the Plan was
addressed by Consultation?
Non-Homeless Special Needs
Market Analysis
How was the
Agency/Group/Organization consulted
and what are the anticipated outcomes
of the consultation or areas for
improved coordination?
Survey
This consultation provided the stakeholder an
opportunity to actively participate in the planning
effort. The City requested input concerning the topics
highlighted above from this stakeholder.
2 Agency/Group/Organization Los Angeles County Health Department Agency/Group/Organization Type
Services-Health
Health Agency
Mental Health Agency/Facility
What section of the Plan was
addressed by Consultation?
Needs Assessment
Market Analysis
Lead-Based Paint Strategy
How was the
Agency/Group/Organization consulted
and what are the anticipated outcomes
of the consultation or areas for
improved coordination?
Survey
This consultation provided the stakeholder an
opportunity to actively participate in the planning
effort. The City requested input concerning the topics
highlighted above from this stakeholder.
3 Agency/Group/Organization AMCAL Multi-Housing, Inc.

How was the
Agency/Group/Organization consulted
and what are the anticipated outcomes
of the consultation or areas for
improved coordination?
Survey
This consultation provided the stakeholder an
opportunity to actively participate in the planning
effort. The City requested input concerning the topics
highlighted above from this stakeholder.
5 Agency/Group/Organization National Community Renaissance Dev Corp Agency/Group/Organization Type Housing
What section of the Plan was
addressed by Consultation?
Housing Needs Assessment
Market Analysis
How was the
Agency/Group/Organization consulted
and what are the anticipated outcomes
of the consultation or areas for
improved coordination?
Survey
This consultation provided the stakeholder an
opportunity to actively participate in the planning
effort. The City requested input concerning the topics
highlighted above from this stakeholder.
6 Agency/Group/Organization The Michaels Organization
Agency/Group/Organization Type Housing
What section of the Plan was
addressed by Consultation?
Housing Needs Assessment
Market Analysis
How was the
Agency/Group/Organization consulted
and what are the anticipated outcomes
of the consultation or areas for
improved coordination?
Survey
This consultation provided the stakeholder an
opportunity to actively participate in the planning
effort. The City requested input concerning the topics
highlighted above from this stakeholder.
7 Agency/Group/Organization America’s Job Center
Agency/Group/Organization Type Services-Employment
What section of the Plan was
addressed by Consultation? Market Analysis
How was the
Agency/Group/Organization consulted
and what are the anticipated outcomes
of the consultation or areas for
improved coordination?
Survey
This consultation provided the stakeholder an
opportunity to actively participate in the planning
effort. The City requested input concerning the topics
highlighted above from this stakeholder.

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8 Agency/Group/Organization Advancing Communities Together Inc.

Agency/Group/Organization Type Housing
What section of the Plan was
addressed by Consultation?
Housing Needs Assessment
Market Analysis
How was the
Agency/Group/Organization consulted
and what are the anticipated outcomes
of the consultation or areas for
improved coordination?
Survey
This consultation provided the stakeholder an
opportunity to actively participate in the planning
effort. The City requested input concerning the topics
highlighted above from this stakeholder.
9 Agency/Group/Organization AHF Healthcare Center – Antelope Valley Agency/Group/Organization Type Services – HIV/AIDS
What section of the Plan was
addressed by Consultation?
Needs Assessment
Market Analysis
How was the
Agency/Group/Organization consulted
and what are the anticipated outcomes
of the consultation or areas for
improved coordination?
Survey
This consultation provided the stakeholder an
opportunity to actively participate in the planning
effort. The City requested input concerning the topics
highlighted above from this stakeholder.
10 Agency/Group/Organization Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) Agency/Group/Organization Type Emergency Management Agency Floodplain Management Agency
What section of the Plan was
addressed by Consultation?
Market Analysis
How was the
Agency/Group/Organization consulted
and what are the anticipated outcomes
of the consultation or areas for
improved coordination?
Survey
This consultation provided the stakeholder an
opportunity to actively participate in the planning
effort. The City requested input concerning the topics
highlighted above from this stakeholder.
11 Agency/Group/Organization City of Palmdale Information Technology Agency/Group/Organization Type Local Government
What section of the Plan was
addressed by Consultation?
Market Analysis
How was the
Agency/Group/Organization consulted
and what are the anticipated outcomes
of the consultation or areas for
improved coordination?
Survey
This consultation provided the stakeholder an
opportunity to actively participate in the planning
effort. The City requested input concerning the topics
highlighted above from this stakeholder.

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12 Agency/Group/Organization Los Angeles County Development Authority Agency/Group/Organization Type
Housing
Services - Housing
PHA
What section of the Plan was
addressed by Consultation?
Housing Need Assessment
Public Housing Needs
How was the
Agency/Group/Organization consulted
and what are the anticipated outcomes
of the consultation or areas for
improved coordination?
In-Person Meeting
Conference Calls
This consultation provided the stakeholder an
opportunity to actively participate in the planning
effort. The City requested input concerning the topics
highlighted above from this stakeholder.
13 Agency/Group/Organization Housing Authority of the City of Palmdale Agency/Group/Organization Type Housing
Services - Housing
What section of the Plan was
addressed by Consultation?
Housing Need Assessment
Public Housing Needs
How was the
Agency/Group/Organization consulted
and what are the anticipated outcomes
of the consultation or areas for
improved coordination?
In-Person Meeting
Conference Calls
This consultation provided the stakeholder an
opportunity to actively participate in the planning
effort. The City requested input concerning the topics
highlighted above from this stakeholder.
14 Agency/Group/Organization Hispanic Chamber
Agency/Group/Organization Type Business Leader
What section of the Plan was
addressed by Consultation? Market Analysis
How was the
Agency/Group/Organization consulted
and what are the anticipated outcomes
of the consultation or areas for
improved coordination?
Survey
This consultation provided the stakeholder an
opportunity to actively participate in the planning
effort. The City requested input concerning the topics
highlighted above from this stakeholder.
15 Agency/Group/Organization California Department of Technology Agency/Group/Organization Type Broadband Advocates
What section of the Plan was
addressed by Consultation? Market Analysis
How was the
Agency/Group/Organization consulted
and what are the anticipated outcomes
of the consultation or areas for
improved coordination?
Survey
This consultation provided the stakeholder an
opportunity to actively participate in the planning
effort. The City requested input concerning the topics
highlighted above from this stakeholder.
16 Agency/Group/Organization HighSpeedInternet.com
Agency/Group/Organization Type Broadband ISP
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What section of the Plan was
addressed by Consultation? Market Analysis
How was the
Agency/Group/Organization consulted
and what are the anticipated outcomes
of the consultation or areas for
improved coordination?
Survey
This consultation provided the stakeholder an
opportunity to actively participate in the planning
effort. The City requested input concerning the topics
highlighted above from this stakeholder.
17 Agency/Group/Organization Children's Bureau
Agency/Group/Organization Type Services-Children
Foster Care Agency/Facility
What section of the Plan was
addressed by Consultation?
Public Services
How was the
Agency/Group/Organization consulted
and what are the anticipated outcomes
of the consultation or areas for
improved coordination?
Survey
This consultation provided the stakeholder an
opportunity to actively participate in the planning
effort. The City requested input concerning the topics
highlighted above from this stakeholder.
18 Agency/Group/Organization Kaiser Permanente
Agency/Group/Organization Type Health Agency
Services-Health
What section of the Plan was
addressed by Consultation?
Market Analysis
Lead-Based Paint Strategy
How was the
Agency/Group/Organization consulted
and what are the anticipated outcomes
of the consultation or areas for
improved coordination?
Survey
This consultation provided the stakeholder an
opportunity to actively participate in the planning
effort. The City requested input concerning the topics
highlighted above from this stakeholder.
19 Agency/Group/Organization Antelope Valley Domestic Violence Council dba Valley Oasis
Agency/Group/Organization Type Services-Victims of Domestic Violence Services-Homelessness
What section of the Plan was
addressed by Consultation?
Anti-Poverty Strategy
Non-Homeless Special Needs
Housing Need Assessment
Market Analysis
How was the
Agency/Group/Organization consulted
and what are the anticipated outcomes
of the consultation or areas for
improved coordination?
Survey
In-Person Meeting
This consultation provided the stakeholder an
opportunity to actively participate in the planning
effort. The City requested input concerning the topics
highlighted above from this stakeholder.
20 Agency/Group/Organization Pennylane
Agency/Group/Organization Type Services-Unaccompanied Youth What section of the Plan was
addressed by Consultation?
Needs Assessment
Market Analysis
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How was the
Agency/Group/Organization consulted
and what are the anticipated outcomes
of the consultation or areas for
improved coordination?
Survey
This consultation provided the stakeholder an
opportunity to actively participate in the planning
effort. The City requested input concerning the topics
highlighted above from this stakeholder.
21 Agency/Group/Organization Vets4Veterans
Agency/Group/Organization Type Services-Homeless Veterans What section of the Plan was
addressed by Consultation?
Needs Assessment
Homelessness Needs - Veterans
Market Analysis
How was the
Agency/Group/Organization consulted
and what are the anticipated outcomes
of the consultation or areas for
improved coordination?
Survey
This consultation provided the stakeholder an
opportunity to actively participate in the planning
effort. The City requested input concerning the topics
highlighted above from this stakeholder.
22 Agency/Group/Organization Desert Haven Enterprises
Agency/Group/Organization Type Services-Persons with Disabilities What section of the Plan was
addressed by Consultation?
Needs Assessment
Market Analysis
How was the
Agency/Group/Organization consulted
and what are the anticipated outcomes
of the consultation or areas for
improved coordination?
Survey
This consultation provided the stakeholder an
opportunity to actively participate in the planning
effort. The City requested input concerning the topics
highlighted above from this stakeholder.
23 Agency/Group/Organization Palmdale Chamber
Agency/Group/Organization Type Business Leader
What section of the Plan was
addressed by Consultation? Market Analysis
How was the
Agency/Group/Organization consulted
and what are the anticipated outcomes
of the consultation or areas for
improved coordination?
Survey
This consultation provided the stakeholder an
opportunity to actively participate in the planning
effort. The City requested input concerning the topics
highlighted above from this stakeholder.

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24 Agency/Group/Organization Palmdale School District
Agency/Group/Organization Type
Services-Children
Services-Education
Other government - Local
What section of the Plan was
addressed by Consultation?
Market Analysis
How was the
Agency/Group/Organization consulted
and what are the anticipated outcomes
of the consultation or areas for
improved coordination?
Survey
This consultation provided the stakeholder an
opportunity to actively participate in the planning
effort. The City requested input concerning the topics
highlighted above from this stakeholder.
25 Agency/Group/Organization Antelope Valley Union High School District Agency/Group/Organization Type
Services-Children
Services-Education
Other government - Local
What section of the Plan was
addressed by Consultation?
Market Analysis
How was the
Agency/Group/Organization consulted
and what are the anticipated outcomes
of the consultation or areas for
improved coordination?
Survey
This consultation provided the stakeholder an
opportunity to actively participate in the planning
effort. The City requested input concerning the topics
highlighted above from this stakeholder.
26 Agency/Group/Organization L.A. County Board of Supervisors District 5 Agency/Group/Organization Type Other Government-County
What section of the Plan was
addressed by Consultation?
Market Analysis
How was the
Agency/Group/Organization consulted
and what are the anticipated outcomes
of the consultation or areas for
improved coordination?
Survey
This consultation provided the stakeholder an
opportunity to actively participate in the planning
effort. The City requested input concerning the topics
highlighted above from this stakeholder.
27 Agency/Group/Organization Legacy Commons (City of Palmdale) Agency/Group/Organization Type Services-Elderly
What section of the Plan was
addressed by Consultation?
Non-housing Community Development Strategy
Non-Homeless Special Needs
Public Services
How was the
Agency/Group/Organization consulted
and what are the anticipated outcomes
of the consultation or areas for
improved coordination?
Survey
In-Person Meeting
This consultation provided the stakeholder an
opportunity to actively participate in the planning
effort. The City requested input concerning the topics
highlighted above from this stakeholder.

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28 Agency/Group/Organization City of Palmdale Economic Development Agency/Group/Organization Type Services-Employment
What section of the Plan was
addressed by Consultation?
Market Analysis
Economic Development
How was the
Agency/Group/Organization consulted
and what are the anticipated outcomes
of the consultation or areas for
improved coordination?
Conference Calls
In-Person Meetings
This consultation provided the stakeholder an
opportunity to actively participate in the planning
effort. The City requested input concerning the topics
highlighted above from this stakeholder.
29 Agency/Group/Organization Mental Health America, Antelope Valley Agency/Group/Organization Type Mental Health Agency/Facility Services-Homeless Veterans
What section of the Plan was
addressed by Consultation?
Needs Assessment
Market Analysis
Homelessness Strategy
How was the
Agency/Group/Organization consulted
and what are the anticipated outcomes
of the consultation or areas for
improved coordination?
Survey
In-Person Meeting
This consultation provided the stakeholder an
opportunity to actively participate in the planning
effort. The City requested input concerning the topics
highlighted above from this stakeholder.
30 Agency/Group/Organization Housing Rights Center
Agency/Group/Organization Type Services-Fair Housing
What section of the Plan was
addressed by Consultation?
Needs Assessment
Market Analysis
How was the
Agency/Group/Organization consulted
and what are the anticipated outcomes
of the consultation or areas for
improved coordination?
Survey
In-Person Meetings
This consultation provided the stakeholder an
opportunity to actively participate in the planning
effort. The City requested input concerning the topics
highlighted above from this stakeholder.
31 Agency/Group/Organization Antelope Valley Community Clinic Agency/Group/Organization Type Services-Health
What section of the Plan was
addressed by Consultation? Needs Assessment
How was the
Agency/Group/Organization consulted
and what are the anticipated outcomes
of the consultation or areas for
improved coordination?
Survey
This consultation provided the stakeholder an
opportunity to actively participate in the planning
effort. The City requested input concerning the topics
highlighted above from this stakeholder.

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32 Agency/Group/Organization Palmdale Regional Medical Center Agency/Group/Organization Type Health Agency
What section of the Plan was
addressed by Consultation?
Market Analysis
Lead-Based Paint Strategy
How was the
Agency/Group/Organization consulted
and what are the anticipated outcomes
of the consultation or areas for
improved coordination?

Survey
This consultation provided the stakeholder an
opportunity to actively participate in the planning
effort. The City requested input concerning the topics
highlighted above from this stakeholder.
33 Agency/Group/Organization South Antelope Valley Emergency Services (SAVES) Agency/Group/Organization Type Services-homeless
What section of the Plan was
addressed by Consultation?
Homelessness Strategy
Homeless Needs - Chronically homeless
Homeless Needs - Families with children
Homelessness Needs - Veterans
Homelessness Needs - Unaccompanied youth
How was the
Agency/Group/Organization consulted
and what are the anticipated outcomes
of the consultation or areas for
improved coordination?
Survey
In-Person Meetings
This consultation provided the stakeholder an
opportunity to actively participate in the planning
effort. The City requested input concerning the topics
highlighted above from this stakeholder.
34 Agency/Group/Organization Los Angeles County Regional Broadband Consortium Agency/Group/Organization Type Broadband Advocates
What section of the Plan was
addressed by Consultation? Market Analysis
How was the
Agency/Group/Organization consulted
and what are the anticipated outcomes
of the consultation or areas for
improved coordination?
Survey
This consultation provided the stakeholder an
opportunity to actively participate in the planning
effort. The City requested input concerning the topics
highlighted above from this stakeholder.

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35 Agency/Group/Organization Los Angeles Homeless Services Authority (LAHSA) Agency/Group/Organization Type Continuum of Care - Information and Referral What section of the Plan was
addressed by Consultation?

Homelessness Strategy
Homeless Needs - Chronically homeless
Homeless Needs - Families with children
Homelessness Needs - Veterans
Homelessness Needs - Unaccompanied youth
How was the
Agency/Group/Organization consulted
and what are the anticipated outcomes
of the consultation or areas for
improved coordination?
Conference Calls
This consultation provided the stakeholder an
opportunity to actively participate in the planning
effort. The City requested input concerning the topics
highlighted above from this stakeholder.
36 Agency/Group/Organization North LA County Regional Center Agency/Group/Organization Type Services-Disabilities
What section of the Plan was
addressed by Consultation?
Needs Assessment
Market Analysis
Non-Homeless Special Needs
How was the
Agency/Group/Organization consulted
and what are the anticipated outcomes
of the consultation or areas for
improved coordination?
Survey
This consultation provided the stakeholder an
opportunity to actively participate in the planning
effort. The City requested input concerning the topics
highlighted above from this stakeholder.
37 Agency/Group/Organization Victory Outreach
Agency/Group/Organization Type Services-homeless
What section of the Plan was
addressed by Consultation?
Homelessness Strategy
Homeless Needs - Chronically homeless
Homeless Needs - Families with children
Homelessness Needs - Veterans
Homelessness Needs - Unaccompanied youth
How was the
Agency/Group/Organization consulted
and what are the anticipated outcomes
of the consultation or areas for
improved coordination?
Survey
In-Person Meeting
This consultation provided the stakeholder an
opportunity to actively participate in the planning
effort. The City requested input concerning the topics
highlighted above from this stakeholder.

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38 Agency/Group/Organization Homeless Solutions Access Center Agency/Group/Organization Type Services-homeless
What section of the Plan was
addressed by Consultation?
Homelessness Strategy
Homeless Needs - Chronically homeless
Homeless Needs - Families with children
Homelessness Needs - Veterans
Homelessness Needs - Unaccompanied youth
How was the
Agency/Group/Organization consulted
and what are the anticipated outcomes
of the consultation or areas for
improved coordination?

Survey
In-Person Meeting
This consultation provided the stakeholder an
opportunity to actively participate in the planning
effort. The City requested input concerning the topics
highlighted above from this stakeholder.
39 Agency/Group/Organization Neighborhood Legal Services of Los Angeles County Agency/Group/Organization Type Services-Fair Housing
What section of the Plan was
addressed by Consultation?
Needs Assessment
Market Analysis
How was the
Agency/Group/Organization consulted
and what are the anticipated outcomes
of the consultation or areas for
improved coordination?
Survey
In-Person Meetings
This consultation provided the stakeholder an
opportunity to actively participate in the planning
effort. The City requested input concerning the topics
highlighted above from this stakeholder.
40 Agency/Group/Organization Salvation Army-Palmdale
Agency/Group/Organization Type Services-Homeless
What section of the Plan was
addressed by Consultation?
Homelessness Strategy
Homeless Needs - Chronically homeless
Homelessness Needs - Veterans
How was the
Agency/Group/Organization consulted
and what are the anticipated outcomes
of the consultation or areas for
improved coordination?
Survey
This consultation provided the stakeholder an
opportunity to actively participate in the planning
effort. The City requested input concerning the topics
highlighted above from this stakeholder.

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41 Agency/Group/Organization Westside Union School District Agency/Group/Organization Type
Services-Children
Services-Education
Other government - Local
What section of the Plan was
addressed by Consultation?
Market Analysis
How was the
Agency/Group/Organization consulted
and what are the anticipated outcomes
of the consultation or areas for
improved coordination?
Survey
This consultation provided the stakeholder an
opportunity to actively participate in the planning
effort. The City requested input concerning the topics
highlighted above from this stakeholder.
42 Agency/Group/Organization City of Palmdale (Development Services) Agency/Group/Organization Type Planning Organization
Local Government
What section of the Plan was
addressed by Consultation?
Needs Assessment
Market Analysis
How was the
Agency/Group/Organization consulted
and what are the anticipated outcomes
of the consultation or areas for
improved coordination?
Survey
In-Person Meeting
This consultation provided the stakeholder an
opportunity to actively participate in the planning
effort. The City requested input concerning the topics
highlighted above from this stakeholder.
43 Agency/Group/Organization City of Palmdale (Neighborhood Services) Agency/Group/Organization Type Local Government
What section of the Plan was
addressed by Consultation?
Needs Assessment
Market Analysis
How was the
Agency/Group/Organization consulted
and what are the anticipated outcomes
of the consultation or areas for
improved coordination?
Survey
In-Person Meeting
This consultation provided the stakeholder an
opportunity to actively participate in the planning
effort. The City requested input concerning the topics
highlighted above from this stakeholder.
44 Agency/Group/Organization City of Palmdale (Public Works) Agency/Group/Organization Type Local Government
What section of the Plan was
addressed by Consultation?
Needs Assessment
Market Analysis
How was the
Agency/Group/Organization consulted
and what are the anticipated outcomes
of the consultation or areas for
improved coordination?
Survey
In-Person Meeting
This consultation provided the stakeholder an
opportunity to actively participate in the planning
effort. The City requested input concerning the topics
highlighted above from this stakeholder.

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45 Agency/Group/Organization City of Palmdale (Recreation and Culture) Agency/Group/Organization Type Local Government
What section of the Plan was
addressed by Consultation?
Needs Assessment
Market Analysis
How was the
Agency/Group/Organization consulted
and what are the anticipated outcomes
of the consultation or areas for
improved coordination?
Survey
In-Person Meeting
This consultation provided the stakeholder an
opportunity to actively participate in the planning
effort. The City requested input concerning the topics
highlighted above from this stakeholder.
46 Agency/Group/Organization The Trust for Public Land
Agency/Group/Organization Type Public Land Agency
What section of the Plan was
addressed by Consultation? Market Analysis
How was the
Agency/Group/Organization consulted
and what are the anticipated outcomes
of the consultation or areas for
improved coordination?
Survey
This consultation provided the stakeholder an
opportunity to actively participate in the planning
effort. The City requested input concerning the topics
highlighted above from this stakeholder.
47 Agency/Group/Organization Southern California Association of Governments Agency/Group/Organization Type Planning Organization
What section of the Plan was
addressed by Consultation?
Housing Needs Assessment
Market Analysis
How was the
Agency/Group/Organization consulted
and what are the anticipated outcomes
of the consultation or areas for
improved coordination?
Survey
This consultation provided the stakeholder an
opportunity to actively participate in the planning
effort. The City requested input concerning the topics
highlighted above from this stakeholder.
48 Agency/Group/Organization State Assembly 36th District Agency/Group/Organization Type State Government
What section of the Plan was
addressed by Consultation?
Needs Assessment
Market Analysis
How was the
Agency/Group/Organization consulted
and what are the anticipated outcomes
of the consultation or areas for
improved coordination?
Survey
This consultation provided the stakeholder an
opportunity to actively participate in the planning
effort. The City requested input concerning the topics
highlighted above from this stakeholder.

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49 Agency/Group/Organization State Senate 21st Senate District Agency/Group/Organization Type State Government
What section of the Plan was
addressed by Consultation?
Needs Assessment
Market Analysis
How was the
Agency/Group/Organization consulted
and what are the anticipated outcomes
of the consultation or areas for
improved coordination?
Survey
This consultation provided the stakeholder an
opportunity to actively participate in the planning
effort. The City requested input concerning the topics
highlighted above from this stakeholder.
50 Agency/Group/Organization U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development Agency/Group/Organization Type Federal Government
What section of the Plan was
addressed by Consultation? All
How was the
Agency/Group/Organization consulted
and what are the anticipated outcomes
of the consultation or areas for
improved coordination?
Consulted with HUD concerning Consolidated Plan,
CDBG, and HOME requirements.
51 Agency/Group/Organization City of Palmdale City Council Agency/Group/Organization Type Local Government
Civic Leaders
What section of the Plan was
addressed by Consultation? All
How was the
Agency/Group/Organization consulted
and what are the anticipated outcomes
of the consultation or areas for
improved coordination?
In-Person Meeting
Public Hearings for the Consolidated Plan
Table 2 - Agencies, groups, organizations who participated Identify any Agency Types not consulted and provide rationale for not consulting The City maintains a list of agencies, organizations and other stakeholders that have expressed an interest in City’s CDBG and HOME programs and invited representatives from each entity to participate at m ultiple points in the planning process. All agencies were strongly encouraged to attend meetings and participate in surveys. Any agency or organization that was not consulted and would like to be included in the City’s list of stakeholders, the agency or o rganization may contact the Department of Neighborhood Services at (661) 267-5126.

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Other local/regional/state/federal planning efforts considered when preparing the Plan Name of Plan Lead Organization How do the goals of your Strategic Plan overlap with the goals of each plan?
Continuum of
Care
Los Angeles Homeless Services
Authority (LAHSA)
The Public Services including Homelessness goal
of the Strategic Plan is consistent with the County
of Los Angeles strategies to address
homelessness.
2021-2029
Housing
Element
City of Palmdale Economic and
Community Development
Department - Planning Division
The housing goals included in the Strategic Plan
are consistent with the City of Palmdale Housing
Element.

Table 3 - Other local / regional / federal planning efforts Describe cooperation and coordination with other public entities, including the State and any adjacent units of general local government, in the implementation of the Consolidated Plan (91.215(l)) In the development of th e Consolidated Plan, the City afforded the following other public entities with the opportunity to provide input on the Consolidated Plan and welcomes their input concerning the future implementation of projects to address the ten Strategic Plan goals:
• City of Lancaster
• City of Santa Clarita
• Los Angeles County Development Authority
• State of California Department of Housing and Community Development

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AP-12 Participation – 91.105, 91.200(c)

1. Summary of citizen participation process/Efforts made to broaden citizen participation In accordance with the City of Palmdale’s Citizen Participation Plan, the City invites residents to actively contribute to the development of the Annual Action Plan. The City conducted a public hearing on September 7, 2021 during the development of the Action Plan to gather comment and feedback on potential activities. The City also published the Action Plan for public review for a 30-day comment period and will facilitate a second comment period on May 4, 2022 to approve the Action Plan.

Citizen Participation Outreach
Sort
Order
Mode of
Outreach
Target of
Outreach
Summary of
response/attendance
Summary of
comments
received
Summary of comments
not accepted
and reasons
URL (If
applicable)
1 Public
Hearing
Non-
targeted/
broad
community
A public meeting/hearing was held before
the City Council on September 7, 2021, to
receive public comments on the housing,
community and economic development
needs of the City in anticipation of the 2022
Annual Action Plan
Consider mental
health and
suicide
prevention
services
None.
2 30-day
comment
period
Non-
targeted/br
oad
community
The City of Palmdale published a notice of
public hearing and comment period in the
Antelope Valley Press and at offices at City
Hall on April 1, 2022 – inviting the public to
review and provide comment on the draft
Action Plan and/ or attend a public hearing
on May 4, 2022

3 Public
Hearing
Non-
targeted/br
oad
community
A public meeting/hearing will be held before
the City Council on May 4, 2022, to receive
public comments on the 2022 Annual Action
Plan and for City Council approval of the
2022-2023 Annual Action Plan.

Table 4 – Citizen Participation Outreach

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Expected Resources
AP-15 Expected Resources – 91.220(c)(1,2)
Introduction
The Strategic Plan goals included in this Consolidated Plan are based on resources that are reasonably anticipated to be available to the City from federal, state, local and private sources from July 1, 2022, through June 30, 202 3. The actual resources available to support activities during the implementation of this Consolidated Plan may vary significantly due to factors outside of the City’s control. For example, HUD formula grant allocations are subject to change each year based on a number of factors such as the amount of the national appropriation, changes in ACS population data applied to the CPD grant formulas, statutory changes to the CPD grant formulas, the addition or removal of entitlements receiving a particular CPD grant and the availability of reallocated funds. Additionally, state, local, and private resources will vary significantly depending on economic conditions.

The funding reflected in the Annual Action Plan are estimated amounts. Should the final allocation amount be different from the estimate, proposed activity budgets will be adjusted in the following manners:
2022 CDBG Activities:

Fair Housing Services and Section 108 Debt Service will remain at the estimated budgets. The other activities will be adjusted proportionately to reflect either an increase or decrease for the allocation. 2022 HOME Activities:

Tenant-Based Rental Assistance will remain at the estimated budget. The other a ctivities will be adjusted proportionately to reflect either an increase or decrease for the allocation.

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Anticipated Resources
Program Source of
Funds Uses of Funds
Expected Amount Available Year 3 Expected
Amount
Available
Remainder of
ConPlan
$
Narrative
Description
Annual
Allocation: $
Program
Income: $
Prior Year
Resources: $
Total:
$
CDBG Public -
federal
Acquisition
Admin and
Planning
Economic
Development
Housing
Public
Improvements
Public Services
$1,400,000 $0 $50,000 $1,450,000 $2,800,000
Based on level
funding in
subsequent
years.

HOME Public -
federal
Admin and
Planning
Housing
Public Services
$400,000 $0 $0 $400,000 $800,000
Based on level
funding in
subsequent
years.

Table 5 - Expected Resources – Priority Table

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Explain how federal funds will leverage those additional resources (private, state and local funds), including a description of how matching requirements will be satisfied To address housing and community development needs in Palmdale, the City will leverage its CDBG and HOME entitlement grants with a variety of funding resources in order to maximize the effectiveness of available funds. The City and its development partners w ill continue to seek new opportunities to leverage federal funds, such as the Low-Income Housing Tax Credit program and other State of California resources made available as a result of recent State laws that took effect in 2019 and 2020.

Federal Resources
• Continuum of Care (CoC) Program
• HUD Veterans Affairs supportive Housing (HUD-VASH)
• Supportive Housing for the Elderly (Section 202)
• Supportive Housing for Persons with Disabilities (Section 811) • Housing Opportunities for Persons with AIDS (HOPWA)
• Youthbuild
• Federal Low-Income Housing Tax Credit Program
• Emergency Food and Shelter Program (EFSP)
State Resources
• State Low-Income Housing Tax Credit Program
• Building Equity and Growth in Neighborhoods Program (BEGIN) • CalHome Program
• Multifamily Housing Program (MHP)
• Housing Related Parks Grant
• CalHFA Single and Multi-Family Program
• Mental Health Service Act (MHSA) Funding
Local Resources
• Los Angeles County CoC
• Los Angeles County Development Authority (LACDA)
• Southern California Home Financing Authority (SCHFA)
Private Resources
• Federal Home Loan Bank Affordable Housing Program (AHP) • Community Reinvestment Act Programs
• United Way Funding
• Private Contributions
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HOME Matching Requirements
HUD requires HOME recipients (PJs) to match 25 percent of their HOME annual allocation. In accordance with 24 CFR 92.222, PJs satisfying the distress criteria established by the HOME Program regulations are provided a match reduction. The match reductions are granted due to fiscal distress, severe fiscal distress, and Presidential disaster declarations. For those PJs with both fiscal distress and Presidential disaster match reductions, the PJ may take the higher match reduction for the current fiscal year.

When a local jurisdiction meets one of the distress criteria, it is determined to be in fiscal distress and receives a 50 percent reduction of match. If a local jurisdiction satisfies both of the distress criteria, it is determined to be in severe fiscal distress and receives a 100 percent reduction of match. The City of Palmdale has received a 100 percent match reduction from HUD, and therefore, is required to match 0 percent of HOME Funds using non-federal funds.

The City of Palmdale leverages HOME funds with other local and private non-federal resources even though it has received a 100 percent match reduction from the 25 percent matching requirement. Any funds that are used in a HOME activity in excess of the required match will be documented by the City and reported to HUD as part of the Consolidated Annual Performance and Evaluation Report (CAPER) each year.

If appropriate, describe publicly owned land or property located within the jurisdiction that may be used to address the needs identified in the plan
In 2011, the elimination of local Redevelopment Agencies by the State of California resulted in the loss of a crucial resource for the development and preservation of affordable housing. This negatively impacted affordable housing and residential investment. While there are mechanisms whereby certa in affordable housing assets tied to the former Redevelopment Agencies may be utilized today, the available resources for affordable housing are scarce.

Land or property necessary to address the needs identified in the Consolidated Plan would need to be acquired using HUD grant funds or other resources.

Discussion
Assuming continued level funding of the CDBG and HOME programs, the City expects to spend several million dollars of CDBG and HOME funds on projects that provide affordable housing to low-income residents between July 1, 2020, and June 30, 2025. It is anticipated that approximately $2.0 million of this will be spent on affordable housing development and preservation. Based on prior project experience, we anticipate that these funds will leverage other public and private funding, including but not limited to:
• Low-Income Housing Tax Credits
• Project-based Section 8 certificates
• Project financing at favorable interest rates from local lenders • Private contributions to local CHDOs
• Private market real estate investments
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• Market rate housing that subsidizes affordable units on the same development site Assuming continued level funding of the CDBG program, the City expects to spend approximately $3.3 million of CDBG funds on public facilities and infrastructure improvement activities that promote a suitable living environment between July 2020 and June 2025. Anticipated projects include:
• Public Facilities Improvements (including ADA)
• Infrastructure Improvements (affordable housing)
• Section 108 Debt Service for prior Public Facilities

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Annual Goals and Objectives
AP-20 Annual Goals and Objectives
Goals Summary Information
2020-2024 Strategic Plan Goals
Goal Name Time Period Category Geographic
Area Needs Addressed Funding Goal Outcome
Indicator
Goal 1
Affordable
Housing
2020 - 2024 Affordable
Housing Citywide
• Provide rental assistance
to low-income households
• Increase the supply of
affordable housing
• Preserve the supply of
affordable housing
HOME: $360,000

30 Households
Assisted with
Rental
Assistance

MF New
Construction
Activities: TBD Description: Provide short- and medium-term rental assistance to individuals and families experiencing economic distress and at-risk of homelessness. In partnership with housing developers, leverage HOME and CDBG funds in support of the development or creation of rental housing opportunities that are affordable to households earning less than 30, 50, or 60 percent of Area Median Income, including units for individuals, families, persons with special needs, and persons experiencing homelessness or at-risk of homelessness.

Subject to funding availability, design and implement programs for the preservation of the physical and functional integrity of existing housing units occupied by low- and moderate-income households. Include, where appropriate, incentives for energy efficiency and conservation measures to increase sustainability and reduce monthly household utility costs to promote greater affordability.

Goal 2
Fair Housing
Services
2020 - 2024 Affordable
Housing Citywide • Ensure equal access to
housing opportunities CDBG: $36,620

300 Persons
Assisted
Description: Fulfill the HUD regulatory mandate to affirmatively further fair housing choice through the provision of fair housing education, counseling, anti-discrimination and landlord-tenant mediation services.

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2020-2024 Strategic Plan Goals
Goal Name Time Period Category Geographic
Area Needs Addressed Funding Goal Outcome
Indicator
Goal 3
Public Services
including
Homelessness
2020 - 2024
Homelessnes
s

Non-Housing
Community
Dev.

Citywide
• Prevent and eliminate
homelessness
• Provide public services for
residents, including those
with special needs
CDBG: $210,000

6,000 Persons
Assisted
Description: Provide public services designed to support a continuum of services in the Antelope Valley to prevent and eliminate homelessness including but not limited to emergency services, food and necessities of life, homelessness prevention programs, case management, and temporary housing assistance. Provide public services for youth and seniors including but not limited to those concerned with nutrition, education, health, transportation, and recreation, including programs that incorporate the creation of public art as a focus of the activity to foster a more suitable living environment. Provide public services to persons with special needs including but not limited to those concerned with disabilities, domestic violence, substance abuse and HIV/AIDS.

Goal 4
Public
Facilities and
Improvements
2020 - 2024
Non-Housing
Community
Dev.

Citywide • Improve public facilities
and infrastructure CDBG: $386,430

9,571 Persons
Assisted
Description: Improve public facilities and infrastructure to benefit low- and moderate-income people or those presumed under HUD regulations to be low- and moderate-income such as elderly people and disabled adults as well as residents of low- and moderate-income housing. This strategy includes the installation of infrastructure in support of affordable housing. Public improvements undertaken with CDBG funds may incorporate public art into projects that otherwise meet a National Objective of the CDBG program.

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2020-2024 Strategic Plan Goals
Goal Name Time Period Category Geographic
Area Needs Addressed Funding Goal Outcome
Indicator
Goal 5
Economic
Opportunity
2020 - 2024
Non-Housing
Community
Dev.

Citywide
• Expand economic
opportunity for low-income
residents and small
business owners
CDBG: TBD

TBD
Description: Expand economic opportunity for low-income residents and business owners through technical assistance, small business loans/grants, and other forms of assistance to facilitate recovery from the economic disruption of early 2020. This includes activities focused on job creation/retention and employment training, in addition to financial and technical assistance to businesses including microenterprises.

Goal 6
Planning and
Administration
2020 - 2024 All Citywide All CDBG: $241,380
HOME: $40,000

Other: 1
Description: Provide for the timely and compliant administration of the CDBG and HOME programs in accordance with HUD policy and federal regulations. Provide for housing, transportation, environmental and other studies or plans necessary to ensure sustainable long-term growth that includes decent housing and a suitable living environment for low- and moderate-income residents. CDBG funds will also be used to make annual repayment on Section 108 loan.

Table 6 – Goals Summary
Estimate the number of extremely low-income, low-income, and moderate-income families to whom the jurisdiction will provide affordable housing as defined by HOME 91.315(b)(2)
In accordance with Goal 1 above, the City anticipates serving 30 extremely-low- or low-income households with tenant-based rental assistance. HOME-assisted units shall meet the requirements of 24 CFR 92.254.

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AP-35 Projects – 91.220(d)
Introduction
To address the high priority needs identified in the Strategic Plan to the Consolidated Plan, the City of Palmdale will invest CDBG and HOME funds in projects that will provide short- and medium-term tenant-based rental assistance, increase the supply of affordable housing, provide fair housing services, pro vide public services for homeless residents and residents at -risk of homelessness, improve public facilities and infrastructure, and expand economic opportunity for low -income residents and small business owners. Together, these projects will address the housing, community and economic development needs of Palmdale residents-particularly those residents residing in the low- and moderate-income areas.

Tenant-Based Rental Assistance will remain at the estimated budget. The other activities will be adjusted proportionately to reflect either an increase or decrease for the allocation.

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Projects
# Project Name
1 Tenant-Based Rental Assistance
2 Affordable Rental Housing
3 Affordable Rental Housing (CHDO)
4 Fair Housing Services
5 South Antelope Valley Emergency Services
(SAVES)
6 Section 108 Loan Debt Services & Trustee
Fees
7 Public Facilities and Improvements
8 Economic Opportunity Programs
9 Planning and Administration
Table 7 - Project Information
Describe the reasons for allocation priorities and any obstacles to addressing underserved needs Based on the Strategic Plan, the City is allocating 100 percent of its CDBG funds (excluding CDBG Section 108 Debt Service & Trustee Fees funds and CDBG administration) and HOME funds (excluding HOME administration) for program year 2022 to projects and activities that benefit low- and moderate-income people. Due to the natur e of the projects and activities to be undertaken, investments in all projects concerning Public Facilities and Infrastructure Improvements, benefit low- and moderate-income limited clientele or housing preservation, affordability and development are available citywide.

The primary obstacles to meeting the underserved needs of low - and moderate -income people include lack of funding from federal, state and other local sources, the high cost of housing that is not affordable to low -income people and the lack of availability of home improvement financing in the private lending industry. To address these obstacles, the City is investing CDBG and HOME funds through the 2022-2023 Annual Action Plan in projects that will be used to provide rental assistance, increase the supply of affordable housing, ensure equal access to housing opportunities, provide for public facilities and infrastructure improvements, promote economic opportunity for low- income residents and small business owners, and provide public services t o low- and moderate- income residents to prevent and eliminate homelessness.

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AP-38 Project Summary
Project Summary Information

1 Project Name Tenant-Based Rental Assistance
Target Area Citywide
Goals Supported Affordable Housing
Needs Addressed Provide rental assistance to low-income households Funding HOME: $175,000
Description Provide short- and medium-term Tenant-Based Rental Assistance to low-income households.

Target Date 6/30/2023
Estimate the number and type of
families that will benefit from the
proposed activities
Approximately 30 low-income seniors will benefit from the proposed activity.

Location Description Citywide
Planned Activities Tenant-Based Rental Assistance

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2 Project Name Affordable Rental Housing
Target Area Citywide
Goals Supported Affordable Housing
Needs Addressed Increase the supply of affordable housing Funding HOME: $185,000 (includes $60,000 in Community
Housing Development Organization (CHDO) funds)
Description TBD: The City will conduct a public hearing to amend the Action Plan once a suitable project is identified
Target Date 6/30/2023
Estimate the number and type of
families that will benefit from the
proposed activities
TBD
Location Description Citywide
Planned Activities TBD: The City will conduct a public hearing to amend the Action Plan once a suitable project is identified

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3 Project Name Affordable Rental Housing (CHDO)
Target Area Citywide
Goals Supported Affordable Housing
Needs Addressed Increase the supply of affordable housing Funding HOME: $60,000 (CHDO set-aside)
Description TBD: The City will conduct a public hearing to amend the Action Plan once a suitable project is identified
Target Date 6/30/2023
Estimate the number and type of
families that will benefit from the
proposed activities
TBD
Location Description Citywide
Planned Activities TBD: The City will conduct a public hearing to amend the Action Plan once a suitable project is identified

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4 Project Name Fair Housing Services
Target Area Citywide
Goals Supported Fair Housing Services
Needs Addressed Ensure equal access to housing opportunities Funding CDBG: $38,620
Description Fulfill the HUD regulatory mandate to affirmatively further fair housing choice through the provision of fair housing education, counseling, anti-discrimination, and landlord-tenant mediation services.

Target Date 6/30/2023
Estimate the number and type
of families that will benefit from
the proposed activities
Approximately 300 people will benefit from the proposed activity.

Location Description Citywide
Planned Activities Housing Rights Center: Fair Housing Services

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5 Project Name South Antelope Valley Emergency Services (SAVES) Target Area Citywide
Goals Supported Public services including homelessness
Needs Addressed Prevent and eliminate homelessness
Provide public services for residents, including those with special needs
Funding CDBG: $210,000
Description Support a continuum of services in the Antelope Valley to prevent and eliminate homelessness including but not limited to emergency services, homeless prevention programs, case management and bridge housing.

Target Date 6/30/2023
Estimate the number and
type of families that will
benefit from the proposed
activities
Approximately 6,000 people will benefit from the proposed activities.

Location Description Citywide
Planned Activities South Antelope Valley Emergency Services

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6 Project Name Section 108 Loan Debt Service
Target Area Citywide
Goals Supported Public Facilities and Improvements
Needs Addressed Not Applicable
Funding CDBG: $573,570
Description Annual debt service for Section 108 Loan Guarantee.

Target Date 6/30/2022
Estimate the number and type
of families that will benefit from
the proposed activities
Not Applicable
Location Description Not Applicable
Planned Activities Section 108 Debt Service $573,570

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7 Project Name Public Facilities and Improvements
Target Area Low- and Moderate-Income Areas
Goals Supported Public Facilities and Improvements
Needs Addressed Improve public facilities and Infrastructure Funding CDBG: $386,430
Description Improve City of Palmdale public facilities and infrastructure to benefit low- and moderate-income people or those presumed under HUD regulations to be low- and moderate-income such as elderly people and disabled adults as well as residents of low- and moderate-income housing as well as conduct ADA improvements to existing city public facilities and spaces.

Target Date 6/30/2023
Estimate the number and
type of families that will
benefit from the proposed
activities
Approximately 9,571 people will benefit from the proposed activities.

Location Description Activities will be conducted in areas that qualify as low- or moderate-income areas
Planned Activities Conduct ADA improvements and upgrades to the Domenic Massari Park Soccer Field
Conduct ADA improvements and upgrades to the Palmdale
Playhouse
An additional project TBD

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8 Project Name Economic Opportunity Programs
Target Area Citywide
Goals Supported Economic Opportunity
Needs Addressed Expand economic opportunity for low-income residents and small business owners
Funding CDBG: TBD
Description TBD
Target Date 6/30/2022
Estimate the number and
type of families that will
benefit from the proposed
activities

TBD
Location Description The programs will be offered citywide Planned Activities Economic Opportunity Programs TBD

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9 Project Name Planning and Administration
Target Area Citywide
Goals Supported All
Needs Addressed All
Funding CDBG: $280,000
HOME: $40,000
Description This project provides for the administration of the CDBG and HOME programs. Funds may also be used to support
comprehensive general plan housing element updates
currently underway to comply with State law and to plan effectively for fair, affordable housing.

Target Date 6/30/2023
Estimate the number and
type of families that will
benefit from the proposed
activities
Not Applicable
Location Description Not Applicable
Planned Activities CDBG Program Administration and Plans $280,000 HOME Program Administration $40,000

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AP-50 Geographic Distribution – 91.220(f)
Description of the geographic areas of the entitlement (including areas of low -income and minority concentration) where assistance will be directed
Assistance will be directed to eligible low- and moderate- income areas where applicable. These areas are comprised of low- and moderate-income Census Tract Block Groups as defined by HUD.

Residents of these areas have median incomes at or below 80 percent of the area median income (AMI) based on household size for the County of Los Angeles. A total of 117 ,480 residents live in these Census Tract Block Groups, of which 87,805 or 75 percent are members of low - and moderate-income households according to HUD low - and moderate -income summary data available at the Census Tract Block Group level. Based on availa ble data and mapping in the Consolidated Plan, these areas are primarily Hispanic.

Geographic Distribution
Target Area Percentage of Funds
Citywide 100%
Table 8 - Geographic Distribution
Rationale for the priorities for allocating investments geographically For the 2022 program year, the City will invest 100% of CDBG funds (excluding administration and Section 108 debt service) are targeted to low- and moderate-income residents.

Discussion
Based on the Strategic Plan, the City is allocating 100 percent of its CDBG funds (excluding Section 108 Debt Service , a dministration, a nd the spot blight activity ) and HOME funds (excluding Administration) for program year 20 22 to projects and activities that benefit low - and moderate- income people.

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Affordable Housing
AP-55 Affordable Housing – 91.220(g)
Introduction
The City placed a high priority on affordable housing in the Consolidated Plan. The top three goals in the Consolidated Plan’s Strategic Plan include Affordable Housing, Fair Housing Services, and Public Services including Homelessness. These goals establish a framework to invest CDBG and HOME funds to address the affordable housing needs of the City.

Increase the Supply of Affordable Housing
Based on evaluation of 2011-2015 ACS and CHAS data, there is a high need for housing units affordable for low-income households. Of the 25,195 households earning 0-80 percent of AMI in the City, 17,537 are cost burdened households—meaning households paying more than 30 percent of their income for housing. Of the 17,537 cost burdened households, 9,699 are renters, with 5,675 earning 0 -30 percent of AMI, 2,590 earning 30-50 percent of AMI, and 1,434 earning 50-80 percent of AMI.

Of the 17,537 cost-burdened households, 9,639 are severely cost burdened households—meaning that they pay more than 50 percent of their income for housing. Of these, 5,789 are severely cost burdened renters.

Of the severely cost burdened renters, 4,770 earn 0-30 percent of AMI, 885 earn 30-50 percent of AMI, and 134 earn 50-80 percent of AMI.

Severely cost burdened renter households earning less than 80 percent of AMI are at-risk of homelessness, particularly those earning less than 50 or less than 30 percent of AMI.

Increasing the supply of housing units affordable for low -income households that are restricted for low - income households for a long term (generally 20-55 years or more) is rated as the highest priority need due to the number of severely cost burdened households in Palmdale.

Additionally, preservation of the physical and functional integrity of existing housing units occupied by low - and moderate-income households is a cost-effective way to invest limited resources to retain existing housing units that are already affordable to low - and moderate-income households in the community. Addressing substandard housing conditions through housing preservation activities provide that all economic segments of the community have the means to ensure that their property meets local standards and that all P almdale residents have the opportunity to live in decent housing . During the 2021 program year, the City prioritized funding for increasing the supply of affordable housing and providing rental assistance. Therefore, no rehabilitation projects are planned.

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One Year Goals for the Number of Households to be Supported Homeless 0
Non-Homeless 30
Special-Needs 0
Total 30
Table 9 - One Year Goals for Affordable Housing by Support Requirement One Year Goals for the Number of Households Supported Through Rental Assistance 30
The Production of New Units 0
Rehab of Existing Units 0
Acquisition of Existing Units 0
Total 30
Table 10 - One Year Goals for Affordable Housing by Support Type

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AP-60 Public Housing – 91.220(h)
Introduction
The City of Palmdale Housing Authority was formed in 1994 under State of California Housing Authority Law to actively improve existing neighborhoods and develop affordable housing opportunities using local, state and federal resources. The Palmdale Housing Authority does not administer Section 8 and does not own HUD Public Housing; however, the City is within the service a rea of the Los Angeles County Development Authority (LACDA) for the purposes of Section 8 and Public Housing.

Actions planned during the next year to address the needs to public housing During the 2022-2023 program year, LACDA will continue providing housing and public services to existing residents of the City of Palmdale. LACDA takes in feedback of residents collected through resident surveys distributed throughout the City of Palmdale to improve services.

Actions to encourage public housing residents to become more involved in management and participate in homeownership
LACDA actively encourages residents to be involved in the organization through resident councils and active participation in housing authority decisions via surveys and other forms of enga gement. Resident surveys were distributed with translation services available on request. Community meetings in low-income areas were hosted with copies of the Consolidated Plan draft being available in these areas. A public hearing is conducted to accept public comments on the draft plan before its approval and submittal to HUD. Grant funding is administered to increase housing availability and accessibility to residents to encourage greater participation in homeownership. LACDA also maintains quarterly ne wsletters for Section 8 tenants, public housing residents, and Section 8 property owners.

If the PHA is designated as troubled, describe the manner in which financial assistance will be provided or other assistance
Not applicable. LACDA is considered a High Performing PHA.

Discussion
LACDA is well-positioned to continue providing Section 8 Housing Choice Vouchers in the City of Palmdale and throughout Los Angeles County.

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AP-65 Homeless and Other Special Needs Activities – 91.220(i) Introduction
The City will invest CDBG funds during the 2022-2023 program year to address high priority needs identified in the 2020-2024 Consolidated Plan including providing public services that address homelessness.

Describe the jurisdictions one-year goals and actions for reducing and ending homelessness including reaching out to homeless persons (especially unsheltered persons) and assessing their individual needs Preventing and ending homelessness is a HUD priority addressed nationally through coordination of regional strategies carried out locally by government agencies and a wide variety of community-based organizations and faith-based groups. Consistent with this approach, the City of Palmdale supports the efforts of The Los Angeles Homele ss Service Authority (LAHSA), County Continuum of Care (CoC), and its member organizations that address homelessness throughout Los Angeles County and more specifically in SPA1. In alignment with this strategy, the City will use CDBG funds to support local service providers as well as City run programs to prevent homelessness and to expand the supply of affordable housing in Palmdale for low- and moderate-income residents.

In February 2016, the Los Angeles County Board of Supervisors and the City of Los Angeles approved a new joint Homeless Initiative plan to address homelessness in the Los Angeles region (Homeless Initiative). The strategies were developed after 18 policy summits that brought together more than 100 community organizations, 25 County departments and 30 cities including the City of Palmdale. In March 2017, voters approved Measure H, a 10-year, 0.25% sales tax increase. Through the Homeless Initiative, the City was one of 47 Cities to receive a planning grant in 2017, resulting in the City of Palmdale’s Homeless Plan, which identifies the local need and strategies to partner with local service providers to meet those needs. In this program year, the City will work with the CoC and the County to address the needs identified through collaboration and coordination of resources and services.

Addressing the emergency shelter and transitional housing needs of homeless persons Through the Homeless Initiative, the County and CoC are working to strengthen and increase the availability of housing and services at all levels. The ultimate solution to ending homelessness is transitional to permanent housing closely aligned with supportive services that ensure housing stability can be maintained. However, because the demand for affordable housing far outpaces t he region’s supply, the CoC continues to rely on its emergency and bridge housing system in order to address the immediate needs of Los Angeles County’s homeless population. At the same time, the only year-round emergency shelter in the Antelope Valley closed in August 2017. As a result, the CoC is collaborating with a range of non-profit and community organizations to fill the gap, including providing funding for a local winter shelter. Additional funding has been infused in the community through Project Roomkey to provide families with emergency motel vouchers and provide households with rapid rehousing assistance.

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Los Angeles County has implemented policy and program changes aimed at ensuring homeless persons in Los Angeles County are rapidly ho used and offered an appropriate level of support services to meet their circumstances and keep them stably housed.

This increase in rapid rehousing and permanent supportive housing for the most vulnerable populations is attributed to Los Angeles County homeless service providers re-tooling their programs and shifting their focus to moving people quickly into permanent supportive housing throughout the County. Homelessness can be significantly reduced and the quality of life of our residents, especially those precariously housed or homeless can be improved.

Helping homeless persons (especially chronically homeless individuals and families, families with children, veterans and their families, and unaccompanied youth) make the transition to permanent housing a nd independent living, including shortening the period of time that individuals and families experience homelessness, facilitating access for homeless individuals and families to affordable housing units, and preventing individuals and families who were recently homeless from becoming homeless again Leveraging CoC efforts, this Strategic Plan provides for the use of CDBG public service funds to support the social safety net activities of SAVES and HOME funds to provide short- and medium-term tenant-based rental assistance to keep individuals and families housed or to rapidly re-house individuals and families experiencing homelessness. Additionally, the homeless plan goals and efforts included in the foregoing paragraphs also will help homeless persons, espec ially chronically homeless individuals and families, families with children, veterans, and unaccompanied youth make the transition to permanent housing and independent living. The City’s goals are consistent with HUD’s goal to shorten the period that indiv iduals and families experience homelessness and to facilitate access for homeless individuals and families to affordable housing units. The City’s goals are aligned with HUD’s goal to prevent individuals and families who were recently homeless from becoming homeless again.

Helping low -income individuals and families avoid becoming homeless, especially extremely low -income individuals and families and those who are: being discharged from publicly funded institutions and systems of care (such as health care f acilities, mental health facilities, foster care and other youth facilities, and corrections programs and institutions); or, receiving assistance from public or private agencies that address housing, health, social services, employment, education, or youth needs An individual or family is considered to be at-risk of becoming homeless if they experience extreme difficulty maintaining their housing and has no reasonable alternatives for obtaining subsequent housing.

Homelessness often results from a complex s et of circumstances that require people to choose between food, shelter and other basic needs. Examples of common circumstances that can cause homelessness include eviction, loss of income, insufficient income, disability, increase in the cost of housing, discharge from an institution, irreparable damage or deterioration to housing, and fleeing from family violence.

The “Approved Strategies to Combat Homelessness” published by L.A. County on February 9, 2016 , (Homeless Initiative) are consistent with State and Federal initiatives for ending homelessness and consists of 47 strategies arranged by six guiding principles including A) Prevent Homelessness, B) Subsidize Housing, City of Palmdale - 48 - 2022 Annual Action Plan

C) Increase Income, D) Provide Case Management and Services, E) Create a Coordinated S ystem, and F) Increase Affordable/Homeless Housing. The Homeless Initiative represents a commitment by all stakeholders throughout the County to prevent and end homelessness.

Through implementation of the collaborative goals of the City of Palmdale’s Homel ess Plan and implementation of best practices developed through the CoC, the community will be able to serve people discharged from publicly funded institutions or systems of care such as health care facilities or correction programs. Full implementation of the Coordinated Entry System will reduce the number of people discharged from publicly funded institutions into homelessness.

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AP-75 Barriers to affordable housing – 91.220(j)
Introduction
A barrier to affordable housing is a public policy or nongovernmental condition that constrains the development or rehabilitation of affordable housing, such as land use controls, property taxes, state prevailing wage requirements, environmental protection, cost of land and availability of monetary resources. Barriers to affordable housing are distinguished from impediments to fair housing choice in the sense that barriers are lawful and impediments to fair housing choice are usually unlawful.

Based on information gathered during community meetings, the Consol idated Plan survey, the 2013-2021 Housing Element and market analysis, the primary barriers to affordable housing in Palmdale are housing affordability and the lack of monetary resources necessary to develop and sustain affordable housing. The two barriers are related in the sense that demand for affordable housing exceeds the supply and insufficient resources are available to increase the supply of affordable housing to meet demand.

Actions it planned to remove or ameliorate the negative effects of public policies that serve as barriers to affordable housing such as land use controls, tax policies affecting land, zoning ordinances, building codes, fees and charges, growth limitations, and policies affecting the return on residential investment In the development of the 2013-2021 Housing Element, the City evaluated significant public policies affecting affordable housing development such as land use controls, tax policies affecting land , zoning ordinances, building codes, fees and charges and growth limitations. Based on this evaluation, the City determined that it has taken all necessary steps to ameliorate the negative effects of public policies that may have been a barrier to affordab le housing. Moreover, the City is actively engaged with affordable housing developers concerning the siting of affordable housing and ensuring that the entitlement process runs smoothly from inception to completion.

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AP-85 Other Actions – 91.220(k)
Introduction
In the implementation of the 2022-2023 Annual Action Plan, the City will invest CDBG and HOME resources to address obstacles to meet underserved needs, foster and maintain affordable housing, reduce lead-based paint hazards, reduce the number of p overty-level families, develop institutional structure and enhance coordination between public and private housing and social service agencies.

Actions planned to address obstacles to meeting underserved needs The primary obstacles to meeting the underserved needs of low- and moderate-income people include lack of funding from federal, state, and other local sources, the high cost of housing that is not affordable to low- income people and the lack of availability of home improvement financing in the private lending industry. To address these obstacles, the City is investing CDBG and HOME funds through the 2022-2023 Annual Action Plan in projects that will provide public services to low - and moderate -income people to prevent homelessness, rental assistance to low-income households, and projects that provide the infrastructure necessary to facilitate access to public facilities where services are provided. To address underserved needs, the City is all ocating the majority of its CDBG and HOME funds (excluding Section 108 Debt Service and Administration) for program year 2022-2023 to projects that benefit low- and moderate-income people.

Actions planned to foster and maintain affordable housing In the implementation of the 2022-2023 Annual Action Plan, the City wi ll invest HOME funds to foster affordable housing by partnering with housing developers in an effort to support the development of new rental housing units and provide tenant-based rental assistance to low-income tenants requiring affordable housing.

Actions planned to reduce lead-based paint hazards
The Residential Lead Based Paint Hazard Reduction Act of 1992 (Title X) emphasizes prevention of childhood lead poisoning through housing -based approaches. To reduce lead -based paint hazards, the City of Palmdale will conduct lead-based paint testing and risk assessments for future rehabilitation projects where the property to be assisted was b uilt prior to January 1, 1978, and will incorporate safe work practices or abatement into the scope of work as requ ired to reduce lead -based paint hazards in accordance with 24 CFR Part 35.

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Actions planned to reduce the number of poverty-level families The implementation of CDBG and HOME activities meeting the goals established in the 2020 -2024 Consolidated Plan - Strategic Plan and this Annual Action Plan will help to reduce the number of poverty - level families by:
• Supporting activities that increase the supply of housing that is affordable to low - and moderate- income households;
• Supporting activities that ensure equal access to housing opportunities; • Supporting public service activities that address homelessness and special needs populations; • Supporting activities that improve public facilities and infrastructure; and • Supporting economic opportunity programs to help families recover from the economic impacts of the COVID-19 pandemic that began in early 2020.

In addition to these local efforts, mainstream state and federal resources also contribute to reducing the number of individuals and families in poverty. Federal programs such as the Earned Income Tax Credit and Head Start provide pathways out of poverty for families who are ready to pursue employment and educational opportunities. Additionally in California, the primary programs that assist families in poverty are CalWORKS, CalFresh (formerly food stamps) and Medi -Cal. Together, these programs provide individuals and families with employment assistance, subsidy for food, medical care, childcare and cash payments to meet basic needs such as housing, nutrition and transportation. Other services are available to assist persons suffering from substance abuse, domestic violence and mental illness.

Actions planned to develop institutional structure
To address the lack of resources necessary to suppo rt local programs in Palmdale for special needs populations and persons experiencing homelessness, the City’s Departments continue to facilitate strategic regional partnerships in L.A. County to bring resources into the Antelope Valley. The City’s partners hip between SAVES and the Los Angeles Regional Foodbank, forged during the previous planning cycle, is an example of the level of determination the City has to provide essential services to its residents. The Department of Neighborhood Services continues to search for alternate funding sources.

Actions planned to enhance coordination between public and private housing and social service agencies To enhance coordination between public and private housing and social service agencies, the City will continue consulting with and inviting the participation of a wide variety of agencies and organizations involved in the delivery of housing and supportive services to low - and moderate-income residents in Palmdale — particularly the low-and moderate- income areas.

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Discussion
In the implementation of the 2022-2023 Annual Action Plan, the City will invest CDBG and HOME resources to address obstacles to meeting underserved needs, foster and maintain affordable housing, reduce lead - based paint hazards, reduce the number of poverty-level families, develop institutional structure and enhance coordination between public and private housing and social service agencies.

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Program Specific Requirements
AP-90 Program Specific Requirements – 91.220(l)(1,2,4)
Introduction
In the implementation of programs and activities under the 2021 Annual Action Plan, the City of Palmdale will follow all HUD regulations concerning the use of program income, forms of investment, overall low - and moderate-income benefit for the CDBG program and recapture requirements for the HOME program.

Community Development Block Grant Program (CDBG)
Reference 24 CFR 91.220(l)(1)
Projects planned with all CDBG funds expected to be available during the year are identified in the Projects Table. The following ide ntifies program income that is available for use that is included in projects to be carried out.

1. The total amount of program income that will have been received before the start of the next program year and that has not yet been reprogrammed 0

2. The amount of proceeds from section 108 loan guarantees that will be used during the year to address the priority needs and specific objectives identified in the grantee's strategic plan. 0

3. The amount of surplus funds from urban renewal settlements 0

4. The amount of any grant funds returned to the line of credit for which the planned use has not been included in a prior statement or plan 0

5. The amount of income from float-funded activities 0
Total Program Income: 0
Other CDBG Requirements

1. The amount of urgent need activities 0

2. The estimated percentage of CDBG funds that will be used for activities that benefit persons of low- and moderate-income. Overall Benefit - A consecutive period of one, two or three years may be used to determine that a minimum overall benefit of 70% of CDBG funds is used to benefit persons of low and moderate income. Specify the years covered that include this Annual Action Plan.
100%

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HOME Investment Partnership Program (HOME)
Reference 24 CFR 91.220(l)(2)

1. A description of other forms of investment being used beyond those identified in Section 92.205 is as follows:

The City does not use forms of investment other than what is included in § 92.205(b).

2. A description of the guidelines that will be used for resale or recapture of HOME funds when used for homebuyer activities as required in 92.254, is as follows:

The City’s HOME-funded homebuyer programs incorporate a recapture provision in accordance with § 92.254 (a)(5)(ii). As a condition of funding, the homebuyer must enter into a HOME Participation Agreement with the City of Palmdale. The City’s investment in the property is made as a forgivable loan in exchange for a 15-year affordability period as required under the HOME Program Regulations. The affordability period is enforced by a recorded affordability covenant against the property.

Recapture of funds is required in the event of any of the following during the period of affordability:

1. Sale of th e property or transfer of any kind to non -income qualified homebuyers (excluding those related to the dissolution of marriage);

2. When the residence ceases to be used as the primary residence, subleasing or renting of the property;

3. Refinancing; and

4. Failure to maintain the property in decent, safe, and sanitary condition.

The funds subject to recapture include all funds advanced in connection with the City’s homebuyer assistance, less forgiveness payments credited proportionally each year on the anniversary of the Note. HOME funds shall be recaptured from net proceeds, which are defined as the sales price minus superior loan repayment (other than HOME assistance) and closing costs. The City will recapture the entire amount of HOME funds invested from net proceeds, less any forgiveness payments credited. In the event that the net proceeds resulting from a sale are not sufficient to provide for the full return of the Borrower’s original down payment and Borrower’s cost of capital improvements to the Prop erty (subject to City verification and approval), then the Borrower shall be entitled to recover their original down payment amount and City approved capital improvement amounts before the recapture of the HOME Loan. The recaptured funds will be used to carry out HOME eligible activities.

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acquired with HOME funds? See 24 CFR 92.254(a)(4) are as follows:

See above.

4. Plans for using HOME funds to refinance existing debt secured by multifamily housing that is rehabilitated with HOME funds along with a description of the refinancing guidelines required that will be used under 24 CFR 92.206(b), are as follows:

The City does not intend to use HOME funds under the 2022-2023 Annual Action Plan to refinance existing debt secured by multifamily housing that is rehabilitated with HOME funds.

Discussion
In the implementation of programs and activities under the 2022-2023 Annual Action Plan, the City of Palmdale will follow all HUD regulations concerning the use of CDBG and HOME funds.

City Council Staff Report
DATE: MAY 18, 2022
TO: HONORABLE MAYOR AND CITY COUNCIL
FROM: NEIGHBORHOOD SERVICES

HOUSING DIVISION
DISTRICT: ALL
SUBJECT: PUBLIC HEARING TO HEAR PUBLIC COMMENTS ON THE DRAFT

HOME-ARP ALLOCATION PLAN AND THE PROPOSED

EXPENDITURE OF HOME INVESTMENT PARTNERSHIPS

PROGRAM AMERICAN RES CUE PLAN (HOME -ARP) FUNDS OF
$2,093,986; REVIEW , APPROVE, AND SUBMIT THE HOME-ARP
ALLOCATION PLAN; AND EXECUTE DOCUMENTS RELATED TO
THE SUBMISSION OF THE HOME-ARP ALLOCATION PLAN.

ISSUE
Public Hearing to hear public comments on the Draft HOME-ARP Allocation Plan and the proposed expenditure of HOME Investment Partnerships Program American Rescue Plan (HOME-ARP) funds; Review and approve the HOME-ARP Allocation Plan; and Authorize the City Manager or their designee to make necessary changes and submit the HOME-ARP Allocation Plan , execute documents related to the submission of the HOME-ARP Allocation Plan.

RECOMMENDATION
Staff recommends that the City Council:

1. Open a public hearing to receive public comments on the Draft HOME-ARP Allocation Plan and the proposed expenditure of HOME-ARP funds in compliance with the requirements of the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD) and the City’s Citizen Participation Plan;

2. Direct staff to incorporate the public comments into the HOME -ARP Allocation Plan;

3. Review and approve the HOME-ARP Allocation Plan; and

4. Authorize the City Manager or their designee to make necessary changes and submit the HOME-ARP Allocation Plan , execute documents related to the submission of the HOME-ARP Allocation Plan.

Report to Mayor and City Council
Re: Public Hearing Draft HOME-ARP Allocation Plan
May 18, 2022

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BACKGROUND
The City of Palmdale is a participating jurisdiction for HOME Investment Partnerships (HOME) funds through the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD).

As such, the City has been awarded $2,093,986 of HOME-American Rescue Plan Act (HOME-ARP) funding.

As a prerequisite for receiving the HOME-ARP allocation, the City is required to submit a HOME-ARP Allocation Plan that includes 1) a summary of the consultation process and the results of consultation; 2) a summary of comments received through the public participation process and a summary of any comments or recommendations not accepted and the reason why; 3) a description of HOME-ARP qualifying populations within the jurisdiction; 4) an assessment of unmet needs of each qualifying population; 5) an assessment of gaps in housing and shelter inventory, homeless assistance and services, and homelessness prevention service delivery system; and 6) a summary of planned use of HOME-ARP funds for eligible activities based on the unmet needs of the qualifying populations. The Draft HOME-ARP Allocation Plan was prepared by LDM Associates.

DISCUSSION
The American Rescue Plan Act (ARP) defines qualifying individuals or families, including Veterans, that are 1) homeless, as defined in section 103(a) of the McKinney-Vento Homeless Assistance Act; 2) at risk of homelessness, as defined in section 401 of the McKinney-Vento Homeless Assistance Act; 3) fleeing or attempting to flee domestic violence, dating violence, sexual assault, or stalking (as defined by HUD in 24 CFR

5.2003) or human trafficking (as outlined in the Trafficking Victims Protection Act of 2000 as amended [22 USC 7102]); and 4) part of other populations, where providing supportive services or assistance under section 212(a) of the National Affordable Housing Act 42 USC 12472(a) would prevent a family’s homelessness or serve those with the greatest risk of housing instability.

HOME-ARP funds may be used benefit qualifying populations through the following programs:

1. Tenant-based Rental Assistance (TBRA);

2. Development and support of affordable housing;

3. Provision of supportive services;

4. Acquisition and development of non-congregate shelter;

5. Nonprofit capacity building and operating assistance; and

6. Program planning and administration.

To ensure broad input into the HOME-ARP Allocation Plan from stakeholders and the public, the City engaged in consultation with stakeholders and the public, including a virtual consultation session, a survey of stakeholders, and 30-day public comment period.

Additional input may be received in the public hearing on May 4, 2022.

Using data available from HUD, the US Census Bureau, and other reliable sources and input for those consulted through the survey and a virtual meeting with stakeholders, the Report to Mayor and City Council
Re: Public Hearing Draft HOME-ARP Allocation Plan
May 18, 2022

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required needs assessment and gap analysis was completed. The needs assessment and gap analysis identified the following needs and gaps within the City:
 In January 2020, the annual Point in Time (PIT) count revealed that 48 people were residing in emergency housing, either in shelter or transitional housing.

Another 237 people were unsheltered on the streets, in tents or makeshift shelters, or in cars, vans, RVs or campers.
 2014-2018 Comprehensive Housing Affordability Strategy (CHAS) Data from HUD reported 5,575 households with incomes at or below 30% AMI are at risk of homelessness in the City.
 The 2014-2019 HUD CHAS data indicates there are 6,115 renter households with an annual income at or below 30% AMI with a cost burden that are at greatest risk of housing instability.
 The CHAS data reports that there are 2,805 households with incomes more than 30 and but equal to or less than 50% AMI that are at risk of homelessness in the City because of at least one of the housing problems as defined by HUD.  The greatest need for supportive services is in the areas of Job training and employment services, housing search and housing counseling services, childcare assistance, mental health services, outreach services, and case management services.

To address these needs within the community the City will continue to fund the development and support of affordable housing, tenant-based rental assistance (TBRA), and supportive services through HUD funding available to the City, including annual allocations of CDBG and HOME and focus this new allocation of HOME-ARP funds towards the development of non-congregate shelter units.

In compliance with the City’s approved Citizen Participation Plan and Implementing Regulation 24 CFR 91.105, a Public Notice was published in the Antelope Valley Press on April 1, 2022, to inform residents that the HOME-ARP Allocation Plan was available for review and comments. Citizens were advised that copies of the aforementioned documents were available for review on the City’s website from April 1, 2022, to May 4, 2022, and the documents would be available in hardcopy format at the Neighborhood Services Department office, the Palmdale Public Library, and the Administration Building.

The public notice invited citizens to provide written comments to the Housing staff at the Department of Neighborhood Services, 38250 Sierra Highway, Palmdale, CA 93550 or via email to [email protected] before 5:00 p.m. on May 4, 2022, and also during the public hearing on May 4, 2022 beginning at 7:00 p.m. at the City Council meeting in Council Chambers located at 38300 Sierra Highway, Suite B, Palmdale, CA 93550. This item was continued to May 18, 2022. The public notice also invited citizens submit comments in advance of the meeting utilizing the City’s eComment tool located at https://cityofpalmdale.org/310/City-Council-Meetings. Click on “eComment” next to the meeting Agenda once available.

Report to Mayor and City Council
Re: Public Hearing Draft HOME-ARP Allocation Plan
May 18, 2022

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FISCAL IMPACT
The City has been allocated $2,093,986 of HOME-American Rescue Plan Act (HOME- ARP) funding.

STRATEGIC PLAN
Goal II: Ensure long-term fiscal health of the City and maintain funding for services.

A. Manage resources, costs, and liabilities to ensure the City’s long-term fiscal health.

ATTACHMENTS
Draft HOME-ARP Allocation Plan

HOME Investment Partnerships Program

American Rescue Plan

DRAFT

HOME-ARP ALLOCATION PLAN
May 4, 2022

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DRAFT

HOME-ARP ALLOCATION PLAN

HOME Investment Partnerships (HOME) Program
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CITY COUNCIL

STEVEN D. HOFBAUER
Mayor

RICHARD J. LOA
Mayor Pro Tem

LAURA BETTENCOURT
Councilmember

AUSTIN BISHOP
Councilmember

JUAN CARRILLO
Councilmember

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CONTENTS
Executive Summary ...................................................................................................... 1 Introduction ................................................................................................................... 2 HOME-ARP Eligible Qualifying Populations and Activities ............................................ 2 Stakeholder Consultation and Public Participation ......................................................... 4 Stakeholder Consultation – Organizations Consulted by Type and Method ................. 4 Summary of Feedback Received from Consulted Organizations.................................. 4 Public Participation .................................................................................................... 6 Efforts to Broaden Public Participation ........................................................................ 8 Public Comments and Recommendations Received ................................................... 8 Public Comments and Recommendations Not Accepted and Reasons Why ................ 8 Needs Assessment and Gap Analysis ............................................................................ 9 Housing Inventory Count ............................................................................................ 9 Size and Demographic Composition of Qualifying Populations .................................. 10 Sheltered Homeless Populations .............................................................................. 10 Unsheltered Homeless Populations .......................................................................... 10 At-risk of Homelessness ........................................................................................... 10 Fleeing or Attempting to Flee Domestic Violence, Dating Violence, Sexual Assault, Stalking or Human Trafficking ................................................................................... 11 Other Populations: Currently housed and at risk of repeat homelessness .................. 11 Other Populations: At greatest risk of housing instability – Households with incomes <30% AMI and experiencing severe housing cost burden ......................................... 12 Other Populations: At greatest risk of housing instability – Households with incomes30- 50% AMI that meet HUD’s §91.5 definition of at risk of homelessness ...................... 12 Unmet Housing and Service Needs of Qualifying Populations ................................... 12 Current Resources Available to Assist Qualifying Populations ................................... 13 Current Resources: Congregate Beds and Non-congregate Shelter Units ................. 14 Current Resources: Supportive Services .................................................................. 14 Current Resources: Tenant-based Rental Assistance ............................................... 14 Current Resources: Affordable and Permanent Supportive Rental Housing ............... 15

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Shelter, Housing and Service Delivery System Gaps ................................................. 15 Shelter Gap ............................................................................................................. 15 Tenant-based Rental Assistance Gap ....................................................................... 15 Affordable and Permanent Supportive Rental Housing Gap ...................................... 15 Service Delivery System Gaps.................................................................................. 16 Characteristics of Housing Associated with Increased Risk of Homelessness for Other Populations .............................................................................................................. 17 Priority Needs for Qualifying Populations .................................................................. 17 HOME-ARP Activities .................................................................................................. 18 Uses of HOME-ARP Funding .................................................................................... 18 Rationale for Uses of HOME-ARP Funding ................................................................ 18 HOME-ARP Housing Production Goals ........................................................................ 18 Preferences ................................................................................................................ 20 HOME-ARP Refinancing Guidelines ............................................................................. 20

Appendices

Citizen Participation and Consultation ................................................................ Appendix A Grantee SF-424s and Certifications ................................................................... Appendix B

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VERSION HISTORY
No. Summary of Changes
1 Published Draft for Public Comment: 4/1/22 Sent to HUD for Approval: TBD Conducted Public Hearing: 5/4/22 Approved by HUD: TBD
Original HOME-ARP Allocation Plan.

Public Contact Information
Neighborhood Services Department
Attn: Sophia Reyes, Housing Manager
38250 Sierra Highway
Palmdale, CA 93550
661-267-5126
https://cityofpalmdale.org/270/Housing

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Executive Summary
The City of Palmdale has been allocated $2,093,986 of HOME-American Rescue Plan Act (HOME-ARP) funding from the US Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD).

In order to receive the HOME-ARP allocation, the City must develop a HOME-ARP Allocation Plan that will become part of the City’s PY2021 HUD Annual Action Plan by substantial amendment.

The needs assessment and gap analysis identified the following needs and gaps within the City:
 In January 2020, the annual Point in Time (PIT) count revealed that 48 people were residing in emergency housing, either in shelter or transitional housing. Another 237 people were unsheltered on the streets, in tents or makeshift shelters, or in cars, vans, RVs or campers.
 2014-2018 CHAS Data from HUD reported 5,575 households with incomes at or below 30% AMI are at risk of homelessness in the City.
 The 2014-2019 HUD CHAS data indicates there are 6,115 renter households with an annual income at or below 30% AMI with a cost burden that are at greatest risk of housing instability.
 The CHAS data reports that there are 2,805 households with incomes more than 30 and but equal to or less than 50% AMI that are at risk of homelessness in the City because of at least one of the housing problems as defined by HUD.  The greatest need for supportive services is in the areas of Job training and employment services, housing search and housing counseling services, childcare assistance, mental health services, outreach services, and case management services.

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Introduction
The City of Palmdale has been allocated $2,093,986 of HOME-American Rescue Plan Act (HOME-ARP) funding from the US Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD).

To receive the HOME-ARP allocation the City of Palmdale must develop a HOME-ARP Allocation Plan that will become a part of the City’s PY2021 HUD Annual Action Plan by substantial amendment. The HOME-ARP Allocation Plan must include the following:

1. A summary of the consultation process and the results of consultation;

2. A summary of comments received through the public participation process and a summary of any comments or recommendations not accepted and the reason why;

3. A description of HOME-ARP qualifying populations within the jurisdiction;

4. An assessment of unmet needs of each qualifying population;

5. An assessment of gaps in housing and shelter inventory, homeless assistance and services, and homelessness prevention service delivery system;

6. A summary of planned use of HOME-ARP funds for eligible activities based on the unmet needs of the qualifying populations;

7. An estimate of the number of housing units for qualifying populations the City will produce or preserve with its HOME-ARP allocation;

8. A description of any preferences for individuals and families in a particular qualifying population or a segment of a qualifying population;

9. HOME-ARP Refinancing Guidelines; and

10. Certifications and SF-424, SF-424B, and SF-424D Forms.

The following entities are responsible for preparing the Allocation Plan and those responsible for administration of the HOME-ARP grant.

Table 1 – Responsible Agencies
Agency Role Name Department/Agency
HOME Administrator City of Palmdale Neighborhood Services Department / Housing Division

HOME-ARP Eligible Qualifying Populations and Activities

HUD’s CPD Notice 21-10 Requirements for the Use of Funds in the HOME-American Rescue Plan Program establishes the requirements for funds appropriated under section 3205 of the

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American Rescue Plan Act of 2021 for the HOME Investment Partnerships Program (HOME) to provide homelessness assistance and supportive services.

The American Rescue Plan Act (ARP) defines qualifying individuals or families, including Veterans, that are:

1. Homeless, as defined in section 103(a) of the McKinney-Vento Homeless Assistance Act;

2. At risk of homelessness, as defined in section 401 of the McKinney-Vento Homeless Assistance Act;

3. Fleeing or attempting to flee domestic violence, dating violence, sexual assault, or stalking (as defined by HUD in 24 CFR 5.2003) or human trafficking (as outlined in the Trafficking Victims Protection Act of 2000 as amended [22 USC 7102]); and

4. Part of other populations, where providing supportive services or assistance under section 212(a) of the National Affordable Housing Act 42 USC 12472(a) would:
a. Prevent a family’s homelessness;
b. Serve those with the greatest risk of housing instability.

HOME-ARP funds may be used benefit qualifying populations through:

1. Tenant-based Rental Assistance (TBRA);

2. Development and support of affordable housing;

3. Provision of supportive services;

4. Acquisition and development of non-congregate shelter;

5. Nonprofit capacity building and operating assistance; and

6. Program planning and administration.

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Stakeholder Consultation and Public Participation
HUD requires each HOME-ARP Participating Jurisdiction to consult with agencies and service providers whose clientele include the HOME-ARP qualifying populations. Agencies that must, at a minimum, be consulted include the Continuum of Care serving the jurisdiction’s geographic area, homeless and domestic violence service providers, veterans’ groups, public housing agencies (PHAs), public agencies that address fair housing, civil rights, and the needs or persons with disabilities.

HUD also requires that each Participating Jurisdiction provide opportunities for the public to comment on the proposed Allocation Plan, including the amount of HOME-ARP funds that will be received and the range of activities that the City may undertake.

Stakeholder Consultation
The City of Palmdale consulted with representatives from multiple agencies, groups, and organizations involved in the development of affordable housing, addressing homelessness, and the provision of services to qualifying populations in preparing this HOME-ARP Allocation Plan.

A virtual session was held March 3. 2022. Representatives from multiple agencies, groups, and organizations were invited via email to attend. Those unable to attend were invited to submit written comments via emails or schedule a phone call to share their thoughts.

The virtual consultation session included an overview of the HOME-ARP notice to inform attendees of the qualifying populations and eligible activities, an opportunity to ask clarifying questions, a request for input into needs and gaps, and priority populations and activities, and an overview of the Allocation Plan timeline and process.

A survey instrument was designed and available online and invited representatives from multiple agencies, groups, and organizations to rank the qualifying populations and eligible activities and services in order of perceived need, and the best approach for carrying out those activities for the community.

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The Los Angeles Homeless Services Authority (LAHSA), the lead agency for the Los Angeles Continuum of Care (CoC), held a virtual session to provide their recommendations to jurisdictions being allocated funds. That session was held February 6, 2022, and attended by staff and representatives of the City. LAHSA also provided a written memorandum outlining their HOME-ARP funding recommendations
The City’s virtual session was attended by 19 representatives of 14 agencies. The survey was completed by 27 representatives of seven agencies. All HUD-required agency types were represented in either the virtual session or the online survey.

Organizations Consulted by Type and Method
Table 2 – Organizations Consulted by Type and Methods
Organization Consulted Type of Organization Method of
Consultation
ACLU
Nonprofit, addresses needs of qualifying
populations including civil rights Virtual Session
Advancing
Communities Together
(ACT)
Nonprofit, addresses needs of qualifying
populations Virtual Session
Antelope Valley
Domestic Violence
Center
dba Valley Oasis
Nonprofit, addresses needs of qualifying
populations including domestic violence
victims, lead agency on coordinated entry
system (CES)
Virtual Session
Survey
Email
Antelope Valley
Partners for Health
(AVPH)
Nonprofit, addresses needs of qualifying
populations
Virtual Session
Survey
AV Vets 4 Veterans Nonprofit, addresses needs of qualifying populations including veterans

Survey
Dolores Huerta
Foundation
Nonprofit, addresses needs of qualifying
populations Virtual Session
Hope of the Valley Nonprofit, addresses needs of qualifying populations
Virtual Session
Survey
Housing Authority of
the City of Palmdale
Public, addresses needs of qualifying
populations, serves as public housing authority
Virtual Session
Survey
Housing Rights Center
Nonprofit, addresses needs of qualifying
populations including disabled, provider fair
housing services to the City
Virtual Session
Los Angeles Homeless
Services Authority
(LAHSA)
Nonprofit, addresses needs of qualifying
populations including homeless
Agency-Sponsored
Virtual Session
Mental Health America
of Los Angeles
Nonprofit, addresses needs of qualifying
populations including veterans
Virtual Session
Survey

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South Antelope Valley
Emergency Services
(SAVES)
Public, addresses needs of qualifying
populations including homeless
Virtual Session
Survey
Victory Outreach Nonprofit, addresses needs of qualifying populations Virtual Session

Summary of Feedback Received from Consulted Organizations Consultation revealed strong support for the following:

Development and support of affordable housing. Participants in the virtual session discussed the need for additional affordable housing. Specific issues mentioned included the shortage of affordable housing inventory; shortage of affordable housing available to voucher holders; and competition favoring those that can meet extreme income requirements, applicants without children, and those with steady jobs. Of respondents to the survey, 78% believed there was a high need for this activity.

Acquisition and development of non-congregate shelter. Many participants mentioned the need for shelter in general and for specific populations including families, those fleeing domestic violence and other situations, people with service animals, the elderly and single people. Of respondents to the survey, 59% believed there was a high need for this activity.

Provision of supportive services. Many examples of supportive services were mentioned in the virtual session including fair housing, mental health services, credit repair services, housing counseling, substance abuse services, and eviction defense. Survey respondents were asked to rate what they believed is the current need for various services eligible under HOME-ARP. Of respondents to the survey, 48% believed there was a high need for this activity. The activities with the most ratings for “high need” were job training and employment services (81%), housing search/counseling and childcare services (70%), and mental health services, outreach services, and case management (67%). (see table 3 below) Table 3 – Rating of Current Need for Supportive Services Supportive Services High Need Moderate
Need Low Need No Need
Child Care Assistance 70% 26% 0% 4%
Education Services 63% 30% 7% 0%
Job training and employment
services 81% 19% 0% 0%
Food assistance 56% 22% 22% 0%

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Housing search and
counseling services 70% 30% 0% 0%
Legal services 41% 44% 11% 0%
Mental health services 67% 30% 0% 0%
Outpatient health services 52% 30% 11% 4%
Outreach services 67% 15% 11% 4%
Substance abuse treatment 52% 37% 4% 0%
Transportation assistance 59% 33% 7% 0%
Case management services 67% 22% 7% 0%
Mediation services 19% 41% 33% 4%
Credit repair services 37% 41% 15% 4%
Landlord/tenant liaison
services 44% 44% 7% 0%
Services for special
populations 48% 48% 4% 0%
Financial assistance costs 74% 26% 0% 0%
Tenant-based rental assistance (TBRA). In conjunction with affordable housing, many attendees mentioned the need to increase availability of the TBRA program and as a companion to the development of affordable housing. Of respondents to the survey, 63 % believed there was a high need for this activity.

Nonprofit capacity building and operating assistance. In the survey, respondents were asked if they believed there was a need for nonprofit capacity building and operating assistance.

Of respondents to the survey, 100% responded affirmatively that there was a need in the nonprofit sector for this assistance.

In their memorandum and their agency sponsored virtual session, the Los Angeles Homeless Services Authority (LAHSA) recommendations for the use of HOME-ARP funds within Los Angeles County. They advocated that a “balance of resources to within the homeless services system is critical to ensure effective operations” and recommend a ration of five permanent housing resources for every interim housing bed. That balance informs their recommendations:

1. Acquisition of permanent housing resources if other funds are available to leverage for the purchase of multi-unit buildings, scattered sites properties, or individual units.

2. Master leasing, which is not outlined in the HOME-ARP guidance but is being explored through conversations between LAHSA and HUD.

3. Supportive services that support emergency housing vouchers and services based in problem solving, prevention and diversion to prevent the need for interim housing or accessing the homeless services system.

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Public Participation
To provide opportunities for public participation, the City of Palmdale sent an email to all agencies and individuals on its email list notifying them of the opportunity to participate in the virtual consultation session held on March 9, 2022. In addition to attending the virtual consultation session, they were asked to complete an online survey regarding their views of the level of need for the eligible activities and qualifying populations as described by the CPD Notice 21-10. Those unable to attend, or who had further comments after the virtual session were invited to email them directly to City staff.

A combined notice of public comment period and public hearing was published in the Antelope Valley Press on April 1, 2022. The Antelope Valley Press qualifies as a newspaper of general circulation.

Efforts to Broaden Public Participation
To broaden public participation, members of the public who are on the City’s email list were also invited via email to attend the virtual consultation session held in the formulation of the Allocation Plan.

Public Comments and Recommendations Received
A summary of comments and recommendation received during the public comment period and at the public hearing will be included prior to the submission of this Allocation Plan to HUD.

Public Comments and Recommendations Not Accepted and Reasons Why A summary of comments and recommendations received but not accepted and the reasons why will be included prior to the submission of this Allocation Plan to HUD.

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Needs Assessment and Gap Analysis
The needs assessment and gap analysis must evaluate the size and demographic composition of HOME-ARP qualifying populations, and unmet needs of HOME-ARP qualifying populations. In addition, the needs assessment and gap analysis must identify any gaps within its current shelter and housing inventory, and service delivery system. This needs assessment and gap analysis focuses on the following:

1. Sheltered and unsheltered homeless populations;

2. Currently housed populations at risk of homelessness;

3. Other families requiring services or housing to prevent homelessness; and

4. Those at greatest risk of housing instability or unstable housing situations.

Housing Inventory Count
The annual Housing Inventory Count (HIC) provides useful context regarding the number and type of beds and units that are available for individuals and families experiencing on any given night. The following tables summarize beds and units available as of January 2021 in the City by bed type.

Emergency housing beds include emergency shelter and transitional housing; emergency shelter generally allows for short-term or nightly stays, while transitional housing generally allows for a stay up to 24 months. Both types of emergency housing may include supportive services designed to facilitate movement to independent living.

The 2021 HIC did not include details about housing available for subpopulations.

Table 4 – Emergency Housing Beds Available January 2021 Family Units Family Beds Adult-Only
Beds
Child-Only
Beds
Total Year-
Round Beds
Emergency
Shelter 10 20 7 37
Transitional
Housing 11 11
Total
Emergency
Housing Beds
10 20 18 48

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Rapid rehousing provides security and utility deposits and/or monthly rental and utility assistance for rental units that rent for less than the fair market rent. Assistance is generally provided for the shortest period of time necessary for a household to gain stable housing and can range from 3 to 24 months. Permanent supportive housing provides for an unlimited lease term; residents receive services necessary to promote continued housing stability.

Table 5 – Rapid Rehousing and Permanent Supportive Housing Available January 2021 Family Units Family Beds Adult-Only
Beds
Child-Only
Beds
Total Year-
Round Beds
Rapid
Rehousing 172 79 251
Permanent
Supportive
Housing
1 28 29
Total Year-
Round Beds 173 79 28 280

Size and Demographic Composition of Qualifying Populations Due to the coronavirus pandemic, there was no street count conducted in 2021 to identify unsheltered homeless populations. The January 2020 point-in-time (PIT) count of both sheltered and unsheltered homelessness is used for this analysis.

Sheltered Homeless Populations
The 2020 sheltered point-in-time count identified 48 people experiencing sheltered homelessness in the City on January 22, 2020. People are considered sheltered when they are residing in emergency shelter or transitional housing, but not when they are receiving rapid rehousing assistance or residing in permanent supportive housing. Among individuals experiencing sheltered homelessness:
 48 (100%) were in emergency housing
LAHSA does the official PIT count in Los Angeles County and does not publish demographics or family status.

Unsheltered Homeless Populations
The 2020 unsheltered point-in-time count identified 237 people experiencing unsheltered homelessness on January 22, 2020. Among individuals experiencing unsheltered homelessness:

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 47 (19.83%) were on the street
 33.6 (14.15%) were in tents
 68.7 (28.98%) were in makeshift shelters
 15.5 (6.54%) were in cars
 8.9 (3.76%) were in vans
 63.4 (26.73%) were in RVs/campers
At-risk of Homelessness
Households at risk of homelessness are those with incomes at or below 30% AMI that lack sufficient resources or support networks to prevent homelessness, and  Have moved more than two times due to economic reasons in the past 60 days, or  Are doubled up with another household due to economic hardship, or  Will be evicted within 21 days, or
 Live in a hotel or motel without financial assistance from a nonprofit or government entity, or
 Live in an efficiency apartment and are overcrowded, or  Are exiting a publicly-funded institution or system of care The CHAS 2014-2018 Data Table 10 indicates that there are approximately 5,575 households with incomes at or below 30% AMI that are at risk of homelessness in the City.

Fleeing or Attempting to Flee Domestic Violence, Dating Violence, Sexual Assault, Stalking or Human Trafficking
The State of California Department of Justice maintains statistics on domestic violence statewide by jurisdiction. In 2018, the Los Angeles County Sherriff’s Department responded to a total of 951 calls related to domestic violence. Of these calls:
 97 of these domestic incidents did not involve a weapon  854 calls involved a weapon
o 12 domestic incidents involved a firearm
o 21 domestic incidents involved a knife or cutting instruments o 125 domestic incidents involved other dangerous weapons o 696 domestic incidents involved personal weapons (i.e. feet or hands, etc.) Therefore, if each one of these calls represented a household with member(s) who required housing assistance, it can be estimated that there were up to 951 households in 2018 who

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were in need of some form of housing assistance. The form of housing assistance required may vary depending on the specific circumstances of each case.

Other Populations
Other populations, as defined by HOME-ARP, include those who:

1. Are currently housed and at risk of repeat homelessness;

2. Have incomes at or below 30% AMI and are experiencing severe housing cost burden; and

3. Otherwise meet the definition of at risk of homelessness and have incomes income of more than 30% and at or below 50%
Other Populations: At greatest risk of housing instability – Households with incomes <30% AMI and experiencing housing cost burden
The 2014-2019 HUD CHAS data indicates there are 6,115 renter households with an annual income at or below 30% AMI with a cost burden that are at greatest risk of housing instability.

These renter households include:
 Two-person households, one or both of who are age 62 or older: 150  Small families with 2-4 non-elderly people: 155
 Large families with 5 or more people: 60
 People living alone or with non-relatives who are age 62 or older: 330  People living alone or with non-relatives, none of whom are age 62 or older: 45 Other Populations: At greatest risk of housing instability – Households with incomes 30-50% AMI that meet HUD’s §91.5 definition of at risk of homelessness
Households in this category are those with incomes at more than 30% and at or below 50% AMI that lack sufficient resources or support networks to prevent homelessness, and  Have moved more than two times due to economic reasons in the past 60 days, or  Are doubled up with another household due to economic hardship, or  Will be evicted within 21 days, or
 Live in a hotel or motel without financial assistance from a nonprofit or government entity, or
 Live in an efficiency apartment and are overcrowded, or

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 Are exiting a publicly-funded institution or system of care HUD Comprehensive Housing Affordability Strategy (CHAS) 2014-2018 Data Table 10 provides information on households that include more than one family, household income level and overcrowding. The CHAS data indicates that there are approximately 2,805 households with incomes between 30 and 50% AMI that are at risk of homelessness in the City because of at least one of the housing problems as defined by HUD. In addition, 22 are living in households with more than one family.

Unmet Housing Needs of Qualifying Populations
The greatest unmet housing need of qualifying populations is the availability of affordable rental housing. As the table below shows, only 12% of the more than 15,000 rental units in the City are available to households with incomes at or below 50% AMI. The level of need for affordable rental units for households with incomes at or below 50% AMI is more than four and a half times the available units, according to HUD CHAS data for 2014-2018.

Table 6 – Housing Needs Inventory and Gap Analysis
Available
Units
Level of
Need
HH with at
least 1 Housing
Problem
GAP
(units-level of
need)
Total Rental Units 15,865
<=30% AMI 1,655 5,575 4,715 (3,920)
>30% to <=50%
AMI
280 3,320 2,805 (3,040)
Total <=50% AMI 1,935 8,895 7,520 (6,960)

Unmet Service Needs of Qualifying Populations
Based on consultation with service providers in the City, the greatest unmet service needs of qualifying populations Included sheltered and unsheltered homeless populations, currently housed populations at risk of homelessness, other families requiring services or assistance to prevent homelessness, and those at greatest risk of housing instability or in unstable housing situations are:
 Job training and employment services
 Housing search and housing counseling services
 Childcare assistance
 Mental health services
 Outreach services
 Case management services
Additional unmet service needs of qualifying populations, including sheltered and unsheltered homeless populations, currently housed populations at risk of homelessness,

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other families requiring services or assistance to prevent homelessness, and those at greatest risk of housing instability or in unstable housing situations include the following as described in HUD CPD Notice 2021-10, as may be amended:
 Education services
 Food assistance
 Legal services
 Outpatient health services
 Substance abuse treatment
 Transportation assistance
 Mediation services
 Credit repair services
 Landlord/tenant liaison services
 Services for special populations
 Financial assistance costs
Current Resources Available to Assist Qualifying Populations Current available resources include:
 Congregate beds and non-congregate shelter units;
 Supportive services;
 Tenant-based rental assistance; and
 Affordable and permanent supportive housing
Current Resources: Congregate Beds and Non-congregate Shelter Units In January 2021, there were 48 congregate beds and 280 beds in non-congregate shelter units. Congregate beds include emergency, safe haven, and transitional housing beds and units. Non-congregate shelter includes permanent supportive housing and rapid re-housing.

Current Resources: Supportive Services
The lead agency on coordinated entry system (CES), Valley Oasis, considers 39 agencies providing a range of supportive services as referral partners and another 20 agencies as participating partners in the CES system. Although Valley Oasis serves communities other than Palmdale, most of the agencies also service an area larger that Palmdale. The range of services available in the network includes mental health services, domestic violence prevention, children’s services, jobs, food assistance, education services, veterans’ services, and housing services.

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Current Resources: Tenant-based Rental Assistance
The City funds one agency using HOME funds to provide tenant-based rental assistance to 30 senior households with income at or below 30% AMI.

Current Resources: Affordable and Permanent Supportive Rental Housing There are 21 apartment complexes within the City that have been identified as being affordable rental housing units. The City makes the contact information on these properties available to people and agencies assisting people seeking housing. The properties offer at least 1,838 affordable units. Of those properties, 2 properties are identified as permanent supportive housing (52 units) and 4 properties are project-based Housing Choice Voucher programs.

Shelter, Housing and Service Delivery System Gaps
Shelter Gap
There is an estimated need for 241 additional shelter beds based on the 2020 PIT count. The PIT count found that there were 48 persons in emergency shelter in the City but 241 unsheltered persons in a variety of situations, including on the street, in tents or makeshift shelters, or in cars, vans or RVs/campers.

The 2020 PIT count does not define, how many were individuals, in family units, or children Tenant-based Rental Assistance Gap
There is an estimated gap of 4,984 tenant-based rental assistance vouchers for households with income less than 50% AMI and paying more than 50% of household income for rent, including utilities.

The number of tenant-based rental assistance vouchers was calculated using HUD CHAS data Table 7 and is equal to the number of renter households with income at or below 50% AMI and paying more than 50% of household income for rent, including utilities.

Table 7– Tenant-based Rental Assistance Gap
Tenant-based Rental Assistance Gap
Renter Households with Income at or below 50% AMI paying more than 50% of income for rent, including utilities
5,014
TBRA vouchers available 30
TBRA gap 4,984

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Affordable Supportive Rental Housing Gap
There is an estimated gap of 5,425 rental units affordable to renter households with income at or below 30% AMI and an estimated gap of 2,480 rental units affordable to renter households with income above 30% and up to 50% AMI.

The number of Affordable Rental Units was calculated using HUD CHAS Data Table 7 and is equal to the number of renter households’ income category paying more than 50% of household income for rent, including utilities.

Table 8– Affordable Rental Unit Gap
Affordable Rental Unit Gap
Renter Households with Income at or below 30% AMI paying more than 50% of income for rent, including utilities
5,425
Renter Households with Income 30% to 50% AMI paying more than 50% of income for rent, including utilities
2,480
Total Affordable Rental Unit Need 7,905

Permanent Supportive Rental Housing Gap
Permanent supportive rental housing is a subset of the affordable rental housing gap, primarily for households with income at or below 30% AMI. In addition to affordable rent, permanent supportive housing provides an array of services necessary to help people with disabilities and/or experiencing chronic homelessness to retain housing stability. There is an estimated gap of 451 permanent supportive housing units in the City.

The number of Permanent Supportive Rental Housing Units needed was calculated by multiplying the current population of the City, according to the California Census 2020, by the per capita need (.003182) in California as calculated by the Corporation for Supportive Housing.

Table 9– Permanent Supportive Housing Gap
Permanent Supportive Housing Gap
Population of Palmdale Census 2020 157,358
Per capita estimate of permanent supportive housing need .003183 Estimated need for Permanent Supportive Housing 501
Permanent Supportive Housing Available 52

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Total Permanent Supportive Housing Gap 451

Service Delivery System Gaps
To identify gaps in the service delivery system, the City relied on its consultation with stakeholders and experience working with the organizations working in the City. The stakeholders believe that the most critical service gaps are in the areas of job training and employment services, housing search and housing counseling services, childcare, mental health services, outreach services, and case management. The stakeholders also believed there was a need for assistance with general administrative costs and building capacity among the service providers serving the City’s qualifying populations.

Characteristics of Housing Associated with Increased Risk of Homelessness for Other Populations
For other populations, severe housing cost burden, or paying more than 50% of household income for rent and utilities is the primary characteristic of housing associated with the risk of homelessness in the City. The HUD CHAS Data Table 7 indicates there are 7,905 household at or below 50% AMI who are spending more than 50% of the household income on rent and utilities.

Priority Needs for Qualifying Populations
Priority needs for qualifying populations are:
 Affordable rental housing
 Tenant-based rental assistance
 Non-congregate shelter
 Supportive services including:
o job training and employment services
o housing search and housing counseling services
o childcare
o mental health services
o outreach services
o case management

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HOME-ARP Activities
The City will solicit applications from developers, service providers, and/or nonprofits to administer eligible activities and/or develop shelter and housing. A Notice of Funds Available (NOFA) will be issued. The NOFA will, at a minimum, specify eligible activities, eligible applicants, minimum and maximum funding amounts, application thresholds, and will provide instructions on how to submit a proposal.

Uses of HOME-ARP Funding

Activity Funding Amount Percent of
Allocation
Statutory
Limit
Non-congregate Shelter $1,779,932 85%
Affordable Rental Housing
Tenant-based Rental Assistance
Supportive Services
Nonprofit Operating Assistance 5%
Nonprofit Capacity Building 5%
Administration and Planning $314,054 15% 15%
Total HOME-ARP Allocation $2,093,986

Rationale for Uses of HOME-ARP Funding
There is need for additional projects, programs and services in all the eligible activity areas and serving the qualifying populations as evidenced by the consultation process and the needs assessment and gap analysis undertaken in the preparation of this allocation plan.

The City currently funds a TBRA program serving 30 senior households with its annual allocation of HOME funds. While the need is great for affordable housing development, the City has already earmarked CDBG and HOME funds for future development projects to assist in addressing this need. There are a wide range of agencies in the City and regionally offering a range of supportive services to qualifying populations.

The City has determined that the highest and best use of this allocation, for the greatest impact in the lives of individuals and families, is to allocate the funds to a facility that has been considered in the City to house a navigation center and non-congregate shelter. The City has been assembling land for the facility and has informally discussed the structure to be built. With a navigation center on the ground floor (housing representatives of many of the

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agencies offering supportive services) and two floors of non-congregate shelter (one floor for individuals and families without children and a second for families with children).

This allocation of HOME-ARP funds will be used for the construction of the portion of the facility providing non-congregate shelter. The City will leverage other funds for the navigation portion of the facility.

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HOME-ARP Housing Production Goals
The City of Palmdale will produce approximately 25 units of non-congregate shelter with the HOME-ARP funding. The units will accommodate individuals, families without children, and families with children. The City has not determined the design or mix of the units but will leverage qualitative input and quantitative data to meet the needs of a changing population.

Preferences
The City of Palmdale will not provide preferences to any population or subpopulation.

HOME-ARP Refinancing Guidelines
The City of Palmdale does not plan to use HOME-ARP funds to refinance existing debt secured by multifamily housing that is rehabilitated with HOME funds. Therefore, refinancing guidelines pursuant to 24 CFR 92.206(b) are not applicable to this HOME-ARP Allocation Plan.

APPENDIX A
Citizen Participation

Summary of Citizen Participation Comments

April 1 - May 4, 2022 Allocation Plan Public Review and Comment Period

Information to be added after close of public comment period.

Public Hearing before City Council on May 4, 2022

Information to be added after Public Hearing.

APPENDIX B
SF-424 Grant Applications,
SF-424D Assurances, and
Allocation Plan Certifications

Palmdale City CouncilMay 18, 2022

Palmdale City Council
May 18, 2022