CC 2024-02-13_9f CDBG 2024 Final ApprovalItem 9.f.
MEMORANDUM
TO: City Council
FROM: Brian Pedrotti, Community Development Director
BY: Andrew Perez, Planning Manager
SUBJECT: Consideration of Final Approval of Community Development Block
Grant Projects for Year 2024 and Finding the Action Exempt Under the
California Environmental Quality Act, State Guidelines Section 15061
DATE: February 13, 2024
SUMMARY OF ACTION:
Consider the final funding recommendations to the County Board of Supervisors for the
City’s allocation of 2024 Community Development Block Grant (CDBG) funds, which will
assist the County of San Luis Obispo (the “County") with its 2024 Action Plan process.
The recommended project funding allocations (see Table 1 below for more detail) are:
Five Cities Homeless Coalition: $12,283
Curb Ramp and Sidewalk Improvement Project: $58,960
County Administration: $10,646
IMPACT ON FINANCIAL AND PERSONNEL RESOURCES:
The County has estimated that $81,889 in CDBG funds will be available to the City in the
Fall of 2024. This represents a decrease of $5,416 below last year’s allocation. The
County will help administer the CDBG program f or the City, which will reduce City staff
time involved. County staff will be paid for these administrative services through the
CDBG program funds allocated to the City. Pursuant to the Cooperation Agreement
between the County and the City approved by the City Council on June 13, 2023, for the
term beginning on July 1, 2024, and ending on June 30, 2027, 65% of the total available
administration funds, or $10,646, will be deducted by the County to meet its obligations
under the terms of the agreement for administrative costs.
RECOMMENDATION:
1) Approve the proposed projects to be funded with the City’s allocation of Community
Development Block Grant (CDBG) funds for the Year 2024, as shown in Table 1 below ;
and
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Consideration of Final Approval of Community Development Block Grant Projects
for Year 2024 and Finding the Action Exempt Under the California Environmental
Quality Act, State Guidelines Section 15061
February 13, 2024
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2) Find that the preliminary approval of projects is exempt from CEQA, pursuant to CEQA
Guidelines Section 15061 subd. (b)(3).
Table 1: Recommended 2024 CDBG Allocations
Project and Category
2023
Allocation
2024
Requested
Proposed
2024
Allocation
Public Services (15% Cap - $12,283)
5 Cities Homeless Coalition $13,095 $12,283 $12,283
Subtotal $13,095 $12,283 $12,283
Public Facilities (No Cap)
Curb Ramp and Sidewalk Improvement Project $56,749 $0 $58,960
HASLO – Arroyo Terrace Apartments $0 $58,960 $0
Subtotal $56,749 $58,960 $58,960
Economic Development (No Cap)
Subtotal $0 $0 $0
Area Benefit (30% Cap - $24,567)
Subtotal $0 $0 $0
Housing Rehabilitation (No Cap)
$0 $0 $0
Administration (20% Cap - $16,378)
City Administration $6,111 $0 $0
County Administration $11,350 $10,646 $10,646
Subtotal $17,461 $10,646 $10,646
Total $81,889
BACKGROUND:
City Council approved a Cooperation Agreement with the County on June 13, 2023 for
the joint participation in the CDBG Program for Fiscal Years 2024 -25 through 2026-27
(Attachment 2). The City, as a participant in the Housing and Urban Development (HUD)
designated Urban County program, receives an annual formula -based allocation of
CDBG funds. These funds are available for a variety of Community Development
activities as long as the activities meet at least one of three national objectives. The
objectives are:
1. Benefit low- and moderate-income persons;
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2. Aid in the prevention or elimination of slums or blight; or
3. Address urgent community development needs that pose a serious or immediate
threat to public health or welfare.
The County released a Notice of Funding Availability on October 6, 2023, and notified the
public that the County and participating cities would accept applications for funding until
November 5, 2023. At the December 12, 2023, City Council meeting, staff presented its
preliminary funding recommendations for consideration. The City Council was largely
supportive of staff’s recommendations but directed staff to reallocate funding from City
Administration category to the Public Facilities category to increase funding for the Curb
Ramp and Sidewalk Improvement project. That change is reflected in Table 1 and the
proposed Resolution (Attachment 1).
ANALYSIS OF ISSUES:
The Cooperation Agreement between the County and the City provides the City with
discretion regarding the allocation of funds. Unless the City’s recommendation to the
County for funding is in conflict with CDBG regulations, the County will approve the
recommendation. The County Board of Supervisors will make its final decision for fundin g
priority in April 2024.
Public Services
The 5 Cities Homeless Coalition submitted the lone application requesting funding from
the Public Service category. 5CHC’s application requests the entire fifteen percent (15%),
or $12,283, to bolster its San Luis Obispo County Rapid Re -Housing/Homeless
Prevention Program. This program provides financial assistance to low-income
households and individuals facing homelessness to quickly identify and resolve barriers
to gaining or maintaining housing. Financial assistance includes rental assistance,
deposit assistance, and case management. The goal of the program is to assist
participants to secure long-term, stable housing that they can afford to retain. The project
aligns with the San Luis Obispo Countywide Plan to Address Homelessness. Staff
recommends allocating $12,283 as requested to this program. This recommendation
aligns with prior City Council direction regarding the support of programs and
organizations that provide support for individuals and households facing homelessness
and the recommendation from the December 12, 2023, City Council meeting.
Public Facilities
When the City Council considered the preliminary recommendations, the City had not
received any applications seeking funding from the Public Facilities category. However,
prior to the November 5, 2023, deadline, the Housing Authority of San Luis Obispo
(HASLO) had submitted an application requesting all of the City’s Public Facilities funding
to support its Arroyo Terrace project, but the application was withheld from the City for
consideration by the County due to eligibility concerns. Those concerns have since been
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resolved by clarifying the financial responsibilities of HASLO and the San Luis Obispo
Nonprofit Housing Corporation. A letter was submitted by HASLO c onfirming that the
application’s issues were resolved and confirmed by the Department of Housing and
Urban Development. The application and the letter confirming its eligibility are included
as Attachments 4 and 5, respectively. The Arroyo Terrace project, consisting of 62
affordable housing units and one manager’s unit located at 700 Oak Park Blvd, was
approved by the Planning Commission on May 18, 2021. HASLO’s application states that
sixteen (16) of the apartments will now provide housing for households experiencing
homelessness and the remaining forty-two (42) will be affordable to tenants with
extremely low, very low, and low-income levels.
Staff reviewed the application and does not recommend supporting this funding request
because the City has already taken steps to provide substantial financial assistance for
this project. On July 25, 2023, the City Council approved Resolution 5310 which
authorized the City Manager, in consultation with the City Attorney and Community
Development Direction, to execute a regulatory agreement by which $448,370.37 would
be allocated to the project from the City’s Affordable Housing Trust Fund for purposes of
covering all building permit costs for this project (Attachment 6).
Staff recommends allocating the remaining available funding from CDBG allocation to the
Public Facilities category for the Curb Ramp and Sidewalk Improvement project. The total
funding recommendation is $58,960, which is the remaining funding available after
fulfilling the request from 5CHC and the County Administration required by the
Cooperative Agreement. The project will improve curb ramps to ADA standards adjacent
to streets being paved. The replacement of existing curb ramps will be done in conjunction
with scheduled pavement improvements, which are anticipated to occur in 2024. The use
of CDBG funding furthers the objectives of the federal program, eliminating blight and
addressing urgent community needs, while also allowing for the most efficient use of
City’s Pavement Management Program budget. Use of the funds for the Curb Ramp and
Sidewalk Improvement project is consistent with the direction from the City Council at the
December 12, 2023, City Council meeting.
Administration/Planning and Capacity Building
Planning and capacity building funds are limited to a 20% cap of the total CDBG funding
available. Pursuant to the Cooperation Agreement between the County and the City, 65%
of the available funds for planning and capacity building/administration, or $1 0,646, will
be deducted by the County to meet its obligations under the terms of the agreement for
administrative costs. The remaining 35% of the total available funds from this category is
available to cover costs incurred by the City for administration of CDBG project. However,
as directed by the City Council during the preliminary recommendation hearing, the
$5,732 is now recommended to be allocated to the Curb Ramp and Sidewalk and
Improvement project.
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No requests were received for housing rehabilitation projects, economic development
projects, nor area benefit projects.
ALTERNATIVES:
The following alternatives are provided for the Council’s consideration:
1. Adopt a Resolution approving final funding recommendations for the CDBG
projects for the Year 2024, as proposed in Table 1 on page 2 of this staff report;
2. Modify, and adopt the Resolution approving final funding recommendations for the
CDBG programs for the Year 2024; or
3. Provide other direction to staff.
ADVANTAGES:
The recommended 2024 CDBG allocations fund important City priorities and are
consistent with the Cooperation Agreement between the County and City. The City’s
Community Service Grant Program provides an additional funding opportunity, separate
from CDBG, for local public service programs that address unmet needs in the
community.
DISADVANTAGES:
The recommendation does not support funding a request from HASLO for its affordable
housing project. However, the City has already pledged financial support for the project
via the City’s Affordable Housing Trust Fund.
ENVIRONMENTAL REVIEW:
The Resolution approving final funding recommendations for the CDBG projects for the
Year 2024 is exempt from the California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA) pursuant to
State Guidelines Section 15060, 15378 as it does not constitute a “project” under CEQA.
PUBLIC NOTIFICATION AND COMMENTS:
The Agenda was posted at City Hall and on the City’s website in accordance with
Government Code Section 54954.2.
Attachments:
1. Proposed Resolution
2. Cooperation Agreement
3. 5CHC Application
4. HASLO Application
5. HASLO Letter
6. City Council Resolution 5310
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ATTACHMENT 1
RESOLUTION NO.
A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF
ARROYO GRANDE RECOMMENDING TO THE COUNTY
BOARD OF SUPERVISORS APPROVAL OF COMMUNITY
DEVELOPMENT BLOCK GRANT (CDBG) PROJECTS FOR
YEAR 2024
WHEREAS, via a Cooperative Agreement with the County of San Luis Obispo
(hereinafter referred to as “County”) executed by the City of Arroyo Grande (“City”) on
June 16, 2023, the City agreed to become a participant for a period of three years (2024-
2026) with the County and other cities therein as an “Urban County” under the Federal
Department of Housing and Urban Development (hereinafter referred to as “HUD”)
Community Development Block Grant (CDBG) program; and
WHEREAS, the City receives CDBG funds through the County; and
WHEREAS, the County administers the CDBG program, including preparation, adoption,
and annual updates to a Consolidated Plan that are approved by HUD following adoption
by the County; and
WHEREAS, under the Cooperative Agreement, the City retains the authority to determine
which projects are to be funded with its allotment of CDBG funds; and
WHEREAS, the City expects to receive $81,889 in CDBG funds in 2024; and
WHEREAS, on October 6, 2023, the County released a “Notice of Funding Availability”
for projects to be funded by the 2024 CDBG programs, which provided that proposals
were to be submitted by November 5, 2023; and
WHEREAS, the City Council reviews applications and recommends to the County Board
of Supervisors applications to be included as CDBG projects for funding; and
WHEREAS, at its meeting on December 12, 2023, the City Council considered
preliminarily funding recommendations for CDBG projects for the Program Year 2024;
and
WHEREAS, on February 13, 2024, the City Council considered the City’s 2024 CDBG
projects for final approval.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED that the City Council of the City of Arroyo
Grande hereby recommends that the Board of Supervisors for the County of San Luis
Obispo adopt the 2024 Action Plan, including the programs listed in Exhibit “A” attached
hereto and incorporated herein by this reference, to be funded with the City’s allocation
of 2024 CDBG funds.
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RESOLUTION NO.
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On motion of Council Member ______________, seconded by Council Member
___________, and on the following roll call vote, to wit:
AYES:
NOES:
ABSENT:
the foregoing Resolution was passed and adopted this 13th day of February, 2024.
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RESOLUTION NO.
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CAREN RAY RUSSOM, MAYOR
ATTEST:
JESSICA MATSON, CITY CLERK
APPROVED AS TO CONTENT:
_____________________________________
MATTHEW DOWNING, CITY MANAGER
APPROVED AS TO FORM:
ISAAC ROSEN, CITY ATTORNEY
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RESOLUTION NO.
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EXHIBIT “A”
ALLOCATION OF PROGRAM YEAR 2024 COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT BLOCK
GRANT (CDBG) FUNDS
Project and Category
2023
Allocation
2024
Requested
Proposed
2024
Allocation
Public Services (15% Cap - $12,283)
5 Cities Homeless Coalition $13,095 $12,283 $12,283
Subtotal $13,095 $12,283 $12,283
Public Facilities (No Cap)
Curb Ramp and Sidewalk Improvement Project $56,749 $0 $58,960
HASLO – Arroyo Terrace Apartments $0 $58,960 $0
Subtotal $56,749 $58,960 $58,960
Economic Development (No Cap)
Subtotal $0 $0 $0
Area Benefit (30% Cap - $24,567)
Subtotal $0 $0 $0
Housing Rehabilitation (No Cap)
$0 $0 $0
Administration (20% Cap - $16,378)
City Administration $6,111 $0 $0
County Administration $11,350 $10,646 $10,646
Subtotal $17,461 $10,646 $10,646
Total $81,889
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A COOPERATION AGREEMENT BETWEEN THE COUNTY OF SAN LUIS
OBISPO AND THE CITY OF ARROYO GRANDE FOR JOINT PARTICIPATION
IN THE COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT BLOCK GRANT PROGRAM, THE
HOME INVESTMENT PARTNERSHIPS PROGRAM, AND THE EMERGENCY
SOLUTIONS GRANT PROGRAM FOR FISCAL YEARS 2024 THROUGH 2026
THIS COOPERATION AGREEMENT is made and entered into on the date and
year last written below, by and between the County of San Luis Obispo, a
political subdivision of the State of California, hereinafter called "County," and
the City of Arroyo Grande, a municipal corporation of the State of California,
located in the County of San Luis Obispo, hereinafter called "City;" jointly
referred to as "Parties".
WITNESS ETH
WHEREAS, in 1974, the U.S. Congress enacted, and the President
signed a law entitled, The Housing and Community Development Act of 1974,
herein called the "Act." The Act is omnibus legislation relating to federal
involvement in a wide range of housing and community development
activities and contains eight separate titles; and
WHEREAS, Title I of the Act is entitled "Community Development" and
governs programs for housing and community development within
metropolitan cities and urban counties or communities by providing financial
assistance annually for area-wide plans and for housing, public services, and
public works programs; and
WHEREAS, the Community Development Block Grant Program
(hereinafter referred to as "CDBG"), the HOME Investment Partnerships Act
Program (hereinafter referred to as "HOME"), and the Emergency Solutions
Grant Program (hereinafter referred to as "ESG") are consolidated under Title
I of the Act; and
WHEREAS, the County has requested of the federal Department of
Housing and Urban Development, hereinafter referred to as "HUD,"
designate the County as an "urban county;" and
WHEREAS, the County needs to requalify as an urban county and will
be eligible to receive CDBG funds provided that the County's entitled cities
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COUNTY OF SAN LUIS OBISPO
DEPARTMENT OF SOCIAL SERVICES
HOMELESS SERVICES DIVISION
2024 NOFA – Public Services Application
DEPT OF SOCIAL SERVICES - P.O. BOX 8119 | SAN LUIS OBISPO, CA 93403 | PAGE 1 OF 12
www.slocounty.ca.gov/Departments/Social-Services/Homeless-Services.aspx | SS_HomelessServices@co.slo.ca.us
Please submit Application by email to SS_HomelessGrants@co.slo.ca.us. All submissions
must be made electronically, no paper applications will be accepted. Application must be
received no later than Sunday, November 5, 2023, at 9 pm.
I. PRIMARY APPLICANT INFORMATION (LEAD AGENCY)
Organization Name
Type of Organization Non-Profit For Profit Gov’t/Public Other:
UEI Number
Contact Person/Title
Finance Contact (if different)
Phone Number
Email
Address
City, State, Zip
Date of Incorporation
Is the organization faith-
based? Yes No
Annual Operating Budget
Number of Paid Staff
Number of Volunteers
II. FUNDING DETAILS
Please identify all funding
sources being requested:
Select all that apply; you will be
required to fill out additional
details for each source requested.
Community Development Block Grants (CDBG)
Emergency Solutions Grants (ESG)
Permanent Local Housing Allocation (PLHA)
HOME Investment Partnership Program (TBRA ONLY)
County General Funds Support (GFS)
Total Funding Requested $______________________
ATTACHMENT 3
5CITIES HOMELESS COALITION
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Janna Nichols, Executive Director
805-574-1638
janna.nichols@5chc.org
P.O. Box 558 (100 S. 4th St)
Grover Beach, CA 93483
March 3, 2009
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$6,406,867
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III. APPLICANT CAPACITY
1. Describe the applicant’s history of receiving and managing grants from
County/State/Federal sources.
2. Briefly describe your organization’s auditing requirements, including those for the
proposed project. (As outlined in 2 CFR § 200.500)
3. Describe how the organization participates in HMIS, Coordinated Entry, and the San Luis
Obispo County Continuum of Care.
Currently 5CHC is contracted through 36 local, federal and state grants to provide more than $6 million in
services. Through multiple grant monitoring activities to review 5CHC program and expenditure
compliance for all local, state and federal grants, 5CHC has consistently received high praise for program
quality and outcomes; reporting; compliance; and timeliness; and has never received a significant finding
in an audit. Through CARES Act CV funds, 5CHC expended more than $5 Million in services and facility
development since 2021, including subcontracting with multiple other providers and ensuring their
compliance.
5CHC is timely in providing required reports and its billing process, meeting all required expenditure
deadlines. 5CHC's outcomes consistently exceed agreed upon program metrics. Please note the various
attachments we have included under section 10: policies, procedures, intake forms, file check lists,
outcomes and program reports.
The rules governing ESG require that 5CHC, as a subrecipient, comply with all applicable federal laws,
statutes, and regulations (which include but are not limited to the ESG Program Interim Rule (24 CFR Part
576) and the Uniform Administrative Requirements, Cost Principles, and Audit Requirements for Federal
Awards (2 CFR Part 200). 5CHC annually engages and independent audit, and beginning in 2021-22 (due to
increased federally sourced income) underwent a more rigorous Single Audit (attached). 5CHC's Single
Audit for 2022-23 currently in process, and expected to be completed by Dec. 31, 2023.
5CHC has participated in HMIS since 2014 and has dedicated staff to this fulfill this activity in addition to
program staff. In the past year more than 5 5CHC staff members have worked with the County to assess
and invest in a new HMIS system, including the current implementation task force. The agency’s Executive
Director is currently serves on HSOC, and its committees and served on the steering committee for the
County's Homeless Services Strategic Plan and the County's HMIS Restructuring Steering Committee .
Beginning in 2019 5CHC joined with CAPSLO to participate in Coordinated Entry as a key intake partner.
Annually 5CHC has far exceeded the number of CE's completed per contract requirements. To date for the
current fiscal year (first 5 months), 5CHC has completed more than 200 CE intakes.
5CHC has also invested in the development of a secure document sharing system, ShareFile, to enable
inter-agency service coordination and referral to 5CHC's housing support programs.
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4. Briefly describe your agency’s record keeping system with relevance to the proposed
project.
5. Describe the organization’s experience delivering related programs/projects.
6. Identify all budgeted funds for homelessness-related services and housing opportunities.
Include leveraged funding in the budget attachment to exhibit financial sustainability of the project beyond the
grant term if awarded.
Does your organization comply
with the Generally Accepted
Accounting Principles?
Yes No
IV. PROPOSED PROJECT and PROJECT DETAILS
Name of proposed
project
Project/Program
address(es)
5CHC employs a dedicated HMIS Data Manager to ensure quality compliance and track client outcomes.
This position is supported with three finance employees, including one charged with Grants Management
for accountability of expenses and fulfillment of grant commitments. The agency's Associate Director is
responsible for authorizing all funding requests and reporting on program outcomes. With each program
activity case managers report to a Program Manager for supervision and oversight; including client
eligibility and case file review . The agency's Executive Director is directly engaged in initial program
development, and efforts to provide services on a regional basis.
5Cities Homeless Coalition has successfully provided rapid re-housing and homeless prevention programs
since 2015. Through CARES Act CV funds, 5CHC will invested more than $900,000 last fiscal year in RRH
and HP activities. Currently 5CHC is under contract or has been awarded 13 local, state and federal grants
to provide RRH and HP services.
• Funds Requested (Amount and Source): ESG $151,945; HOME $81,531; GFS $81,549; CDBG – AG $13,095,
Atas $4,667, MB $3,500, PR, $16,333, PB $5,238, SLO $20,333, County $29,167
• Leveraged funds: 5CHC Match $151,945; $20,382.75; Additional Local Grants & Contributions $200,000
San Luis Obispo County Rapid Re-Housing/Homeless Prevention
100 S. 4th Street, Grover Beach, CA 93433
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Areas served City of Arroyo Grande City of Atascadero
City of Pismo Beach City of Paso Robles
City of Morro Bay City of Grover Beach
City of San Luis Obispo Countywide
Unincorporated communities of
7. Provide a brief narrative of the proposed project including projected outcomes. How would
you describe your project to the public in one paragraph?
8. Is this effort new, continuing, or expanding? Please describe.
9. Describe how the project will align with the Lines of Effort to support the San Luis Obispo
Countywide Plan to Address Homelessness (2022-2027). List and describe as many that are
applicable.
Check any specific
population(s)
expected to be
served through this
project:
Adults with children
Adults without children
Elderly/Senior
Parenting Youth
Chronically Homeless
Veterans
Domestic Violence Survivors
Persons with Disabilities
Unaccompanied Youth (under 25 years of age)
Individuals with Co-occurring Disorders (Substance Use and Mental Health)
5CHC's Housing Program braids available funding sources and with multiple sources of funds, 5CHC is able
to target funds with differing eligibility criteria in order to maximize their use to serve those with the
highest needs and greatest number possible. 5CHC’s housing and stabilization services including landlord
cultivation,case management support, and subsistence payments for rent, application fees and deposits to
individuals, following a coordinated entry assessment and progressive engagement model. With these
activities we will work to quickly identify and resolve barriers to gaining or maintaining housing.
This is a continuing effort. 5CHC has been successfully administering Rapid Re-housing and Homeless
Prevention programs since 2015. 5CHC is currently under contract or has been awarded more than 10
local, state, and federal grants to provide RRH and HP services.
The proposed project directly supports the following Lines of Effort:
Line of Effort 2: Focus efforts to reduce or eliminate the barriers to housing stability for those experiencing
homelessness or at risk of homelessness, including prevention, diversion, supportive services, and housing
navigation efforts.
Line of Effort 3: Improve and expand data management efforts through HMIS and coordinated entry
system to strengthen data-driven operational guidance and strategic oversight.
5CHC actively participates in HMIS and Coordinated Entry and seeks to support efforts through accurate
and timely data collection to inform data-drive operation guidance and determine program success.
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10. How does your program/service complement and collaborate with existing efforts in the
County? Describe how the program/project will increase capacity of services/housing for
persons experiencing homelessness and at-risk persons in the County.
11. Describe any consultation with local jurisdictions to gain support for the project. Describe
any support you have from local jurisdictions.
12. Name partner agencies as applicable and describe how they will be participating in the
delivery of the proposed activity.
5CHC Homeless Services program is integrated in the local Continuum of Care, focusing on collaboration
and strategic action. 5CHC is a key participant in the Coordinated Entry System receiving referrals
community partners throughout the compendium of services. Additionally, 5CHC staff participate in HSOC
at all levels and regularly participate in evidence-based trainings (Mental Health First Aid, etc.) 5CHC also
has a program of providing staff trainings monthly with other service professionals and partner agencies.
5CHC seeks to streamline services through collaborative work with service providers throughout the
County. By coordinating efforts and providing consistent services throughout the County, 5CHC ensures
the ability to maximize resources and prevent duplication of services and benefits.
While 5CHC did not secure letters of support for this application, each City in the County (with the
exception of Atascadero) has supported 5CHC RRH and HP activities through its CDBG allocation. In
addition the Cities in South County ()A.G., GB, and PB) each contribute through other grant or GF support.
5CHC engages with a broad spectrum of community partners to assist those needing housing
assistance. In particular 5CHC, ECHO and CAPSLO, as part of the coordinated entry system. However, with
the influx of COVID funding the last two years, 5CHC has built an even more extensive referral network
consisting over more than 10 partner agencies, including CAPSLO, ECHO, Transition Mental Health
Association, the Housing Authority of San Luis Obispo, Lumina Alliance, San Luis Obispo Legal Assistance
Foundation, and Family Resource Centers throughout the County. 5CHC has become the hub for Rapid
Re-housing and Homeless Prevention services, serving clients from San Miguel to Cambria to Nipomo with
the help of our partners. Agencies refer prospective clients to be screened for eligibility for for RRH/HP
assistance through 5CHC; this referral network has allowed us to maximize our resources, coordinate
efforts, and avoid duplication of services and benefits.
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13. Describe how you will ensure that the proposed project is accessible to communities of
color which are disproportionately impacted by homelessness, particularly Black, Latinx,
Asian, Pacific Islander, and Native and Indigenous communities. If you have previously
received a grant to serve any of the affected communities, please provide a brief
description of those grant activities and the outcomes you achieved.
Indicate the predicted performance outcomes listed below.
If not applicable, mark N/A or zero.
Number of unsheltered persons to become sheltered:
Number of people experiencing homelessness to be entering permanent housing:
Number of people experiencing Chronic Homelessness served:
Number of persons At-Risk of Homelessness served:
Number of Unaccompanied Youth served:
Number of Youth At-Risk of Homelessness served:
Number of persons in families with children served:
Total:
Number of persons to be served by facility or program during
the program year:
V. CDBG – if requesting CDBG funds
Amount of CDBG Funds
Requested $______________________
Please indicate the amount
you are requesting for each
jurisdiction
Arroyo Grande $________________
Atascadero $________________
Morro Bay $________________
Paso Robles $________________
Pismo Beach $________________
San Luis Obispo $________________
County $________________
5CHC has a policy of promoting inclusiveness and diversity to enrich its programmatic effectiveness.
5CHC's has a strong record of collaborating across systems to identify and serve those most in need by
partnering with diverse community groups. 5CHC is a member of the Diversity Coalition San Luis Obispo
County. 5CHC is currently participating with the Central Coast Regional Equity Initiative, under the
leadership of the Community Foundation and the UCSB Blum Center. As an example, 5CHC partnered in
the 2020 Census, was a member of the County's COVID Task Force, and currently partners with
UndocuSupport fund - in each case joining a robust network of public and private agencies to reach these
same hard-to-reach populations. ).
N/A
40 HH
22 HH
62 HH
N/A
92,333
13,095
4,667
3,500
16,333
5,238
20,333
29,167
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Estimated number of
unduplicated persons or
households to benefit from
CDBG funds
Persons: ________
Households: __________
Please select the national
objective that best applies to
the proposed project.
Low/Moderate Income
Urgent Need (e.g., after a natural disaster)
LOW/MODERATE INCOME
Select which criteria the
proposed project intends
to qualify under to meet the
Low/Moderate Income objective
Area Benefit
Low/Moderate Income Clientele
Limited Clientele
Housing
Jobs/Micro-Enterprises
N/A – Low Moderate Income NOT Selected
Identify all eligible activities
that apply to the proposed
project.
Public Services (General)
Operating Costs of Homeless/AIDS Patients Programs
Senior Services
Handicapped Services
Legal Services
Youth Services
Transportation Services
Substance Abuse Services
Services for Battered and Abused Spouses
Crime Awareness or Neighborhood Cleanups
Fair Housing Activities
Tenant/Landlord/Housing Counseling
Child Care Services
Health Services
Services for Abused and Neglected Children
Mental Health Services
Subsistence Payments, Homeless Assistance, Rental Housing
Subsidies or Security Deposits
Job Training and Job Placement Services
Assistance to microenterprises (technical assistance, business
support services, and other similar services to owners of
microenterprises or persons developing microenterprises)
14. Explain how the proposed project meets the selected National Objective.
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Assistance will be provided to benefit a clientele who are generally presumed by HUD to be principally L/M
income persons - those who are homeless. This population is among those who are currently presumed
by HUD to be made up principally of L/M income persons: Reference: §570.208(a)(2)(i)(A)
Additionally, as some assistance will be provided to those of imminent threat of homelessness, 5CHC's
program additionally requires information on family size and income so that it is evident that at least 51%
of the clientele are persons whose family income does not exceed the L/M income limit. Reference:
§570.208(a)(2)(i)(B) and (C)
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15. Will the services offered by your organization increase or expand as a result of CDBG
assistance? If yes, explain.
16. If your project serves any of the presumed benefit populations under the Low/Moderate
Income national objective, please describe how the project will directly benefit the
populations identified.
VI. ESG – if requesting ESG funds
Amount of ESG Funds
Requested $______________________
Identify all eligible activities and their amounts that apply to the proposed project
Emergency Shelter $________________ Approximate Persons Served: _____________
Street Outreach $________________ Approximate Persons Served: _____________
Rapid Re-Housing $________________ Approximate Persons Served: _____________
Homeless Prevention $________________ Approximate Persons Served: _____________
HMIS $________________
Based on our request of $92,333 compared to a current grant of $41,871; we anticipate serving not less
than 10 additional households. Our current contract calls for serving 6 households with $41,871. With the
$50,000 increase requested, we seek to provide assistance to not less than 16 households. That said, our
track record to maximize use of these funds has traditionally resulted in actual outcomes more than 30%
above goal. With these funds, we would seek to do the same, while ensuring that families housing is
stabilized and they have the resources to maintain their housing.
Through the Coordinated Entry assessment, clients are asked whether they are homeless, length of time
homeless, etc.
151,945
69,487 26
68,557 14
13,901
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17. ESG Matching Funds (1:1 match required)
Sources:
$
$
$
$
$
$
$
$
Total $
VII. PLHA – if requesting PLHA funds
Amount of PLHA Funds
Requested $______________________
Estimated number of
unduplicated persons or
households to benefit from
PLHA funds
Persons: ________
Households: __________
Identify all eligible activities
that apply to the proposed
project.
Rapid Re-housing
Rental Assistance
Supportive/Case Management
Operating and Capital Costs for Navigation Centers
Operating and Capital Costs for Emergency Shelters
Operating and Capital Costs for New Construction, Rehabilitation,
and Preservation of Permanent and Transitional Housing
PRIVATE CASH DONATIONS 151,945
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18. Describe all eligible activities that apply to the proposed project.
Must provide rapid rehousing, rental assistance, navigation centers, emergency shelter, and transitional housing
activities in a manner consistent with the Housing First practices described in 25 CCR, Section 8409, subdivision
(b)(1)-(6) and in compliance with WIC Section 8255(b)(8). An applicant allocated funds for the new construction,
rehabilitation, and preservation of permanent supportive housing shall incorporate the core components of
Housing First, as provided in WIC Section 8255, subdivision (b).
VIII. HOME – if requesting HOME funds (TBRA ONLY)
Amount of HOME Funds
Requested $______________________
Estimated number of
unduplicated persons or
households to benefit from
HOME funds
Persons: ________
Households: __________
Provide proposed funding amounts and approximate number of households to be served:
Rental Subsidy $________________ Approximate Persons Served: _____________
Utility Subsidy $________________ Approximate Persons Served: _____________
Security and Utility Deposits $________________ Approximate Persons Served: _____________
19. Please describe your organization’s client application, intake, and preliminary assessment
process.
Please provide a sample of client intake documents, as applicable, in the attachments section.
$81,531
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40,526 16
41,005 16
5CHC is a member of the Coordinated Entry collaborative, a system utilized by Homeless Service Providers
throughout the County that provides a standardized intake assessment and referrals to ensure a more
consistent and streamlined experience for those seeking services. During this initial intake, clients
complete a comprehensive needs assessment, identify barriers to employment or housing, and develop
an immediate action plan. Additionally, this assessment provides an opportunity to identify what services
or resources a client is already connected to in an effort to reduce duplication of services. Clients are
screened for homeless status (homeless certification forms) and income eligibility.
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20. Describe your organizational collaboration with other local organizations to assist TBRA
income eligible households.
HOME Matching Funds (25% match required)
Sources:
$
$
$
$
$
$
$
$
Total $
IX. GFS – if requesting GFS funds
Amount of GFS Funds
Requested $______________________
Estimated number of
unduplicated persons or
households to benefit from
GFS funds
Persons: ________
Households: __________
Identify all eligible activities
that apply to the proposed
project.
Emergency Shelters
Warming Centers
Safe Parking
Street Outreach
Essential Services for Persons Experiencing Homelessness
Tenant Based Rental Assistance (TBRA)
5CHC engages with a broad spectrum of community partners to provide housing assistance. In particular
5CHC, ECHO and CAPSLO, as part of the coordinated entry system. Additionally, 5CHC has built an even
more extensive referral network consisting over more than 10 partner agencies, including CAPSLO, ECHO,
Transition Mental Health Association, the Housing Authority of San Luis Obispo, Lumina Alliance, San Luis
Obispo Legal Assistance Foundation, and Family Resource Centers throughout the County. 5CHC has
become the hub for Rapid Re-housing and Homeless Prevention services, serving clients from San Miguel
to Cambria to Nipomo with the help of our partners. Agencies refer prospective clients to be screened for
eligibility for for RRH/HP assistance through 5CHC; this referral network has allowed us to maximize our
resources, coordinate efforts, and prevent duplication of services and benefits.
Private Cash Donations 20,382.75
81,549
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21. Describe all eligible activities that apply to the proposed project.
X. Attachments
Attachment A – Budget, Leveraged-Funds, and Budget Narrative (Required)
Please attach a Budget and Budget Narrative for the project for which you are applying. The budget narrative
should include FTEs to be provided. Please include the value of any matching funding.
Attachment B – Timeline (Required)
Attach a timeline for key steps of project implementation.
Attachment C - Most Recent Audit (Required)
Attachment D - Proof of Active SAM.gov Registration (Required)
Attachment E – Incorporation Documents (Required)
Attachment F – CDBG Acknowledgements (Required if Applicable)
Attachment G – Organization Mission Statement (Required)
Attachment H – Match Certification Letter (if applicable)
1:1 match required for ESG; 25% match required for HOME TBRA
Attachment I – Client Intake Forms (if applicable)
Attachment J – Letters of Support (Optional)
Please attach any letters of support or commitment from local governments or community partners.
Attachment K – Supplemental Answers to Questions (Optional)
If you need more room to answer any of the application questions, please attach additional information here.
Include the question number for each question being answered.
For other additional or optional attachments, please label them clearly (e.g. Attachment L – “Title”).
XI. APPLICATION SUBMISSION:
Applications and accompanying documents are due to Homeless Services Division, Department of
Social Services by 9:00 pm on November 5, 2023.
Electronic Copy – email to SS_HomelessGrants@co.slo.ca.us
Subject line: 2024 NOFA Public Services Application – (Applicant Name)
5CHC seeks to administer TBRA funds to eligible residents throughout SLO County. 5CHC has administered
homeless prevention programs, including subsistence payments and rental subsidies for many years.
However, in recent years, rising rental costs have impacted local residents that are median wage earners.
5CHC is no longer just seeing extremely low income households seeking assistance and served through
ESG HP, but rather low-moderate wage earners are seeking our assistance daily. It is vital we are able to
provide quick and early intervention to these households; the majority are able to stabilize within 3
months of TBRA assistance.
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DEPARTMENT OF SOCIAL SERVICES
HOMELESS SERVICES DIVISION
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Please submit Application by email to SS_HomelessGrants@co.slo.ca.us. All submissions
must be made electronically, no paper applications will be accepted. Application must be
received no later than Sunday, November 5, 2023, at 9 pm.
I. PRIMARY APPLICANT INFORMATION (LEAD AGENCY)
Organization Name
Type of Organization Non-Profit For Profit Gov’t/Public Other:
UEI Number
Contact Person/Title
Finance Contact (if different)
Phone Number
Email
Address
City, State, Zip
Date of Incorporation
Is the organization faith-
based? Yes No
Annual Operating Budget
Number of Paid Staff
Number of Volunteers
II. FUNDING DETAILS
Please identify all funding
sources being requested:
Select all that apply; you will be
required to fill out additional
details for each source requested.
*For tenant-based rental
assistance (TBRA), see Public
Services application.
HOME Investment Partnerships Program (HOME)*
HOME Investment Partnerships Program – American Rescue Plan
(HOME-ARP)
Community Development Block Grants (CDBG)
Title 29
Permanent Local Housing Allocation (PLHA)
Total Funding Requested $______________________
HASLO & SLONP
HASLO - # UKM9S21EZ2F1 & SLONP - # DKJWAFNQ2JN4
Litzinger, Director of Finance and CFO
Same
805 - 594 - 5304
klitzinger@haslo.org
487 Leff Street
San Luis Obispo, CA 93401
HASLO - SLONP 10/15/1991
n
HASLO $45,298,493 & SLONP $11,795,048
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1,886,000
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III. APPLICANT CAPACITY
1. Describe the organization’s history of receiving and managing grants from
County/State/Federal sources.
2. Briefly list any recent development projects your organization has proposed, is currently
working on, and has completed. (Regardless of funding source)
3. Briefly describe your organization’s auditing requirements, including those for the
proposed project. (As outlined in 2 CFR § 200.500 and 24 CFR § 5.801)
Since 1968 and 1990 respectively, HASLO and SLONP have been receiving and managing grants. There
have been a variety of grants received and managed including but not limited to; HOME, CDBG, T-29,
Project Homekey, AFH, RDA, CARES, ROSS, Decarbonization, and HTF. HASLO and SLONP have established
systems to track and manage regulation compliance and reporting to the respective grantor. As the
County knows, some of these grants may be set up as soft loans.
There are about fifteen (15) projects in the pipeline at various stages. Currently, the Paso Homekey project
is being leased up. There are five (5) under construction, including the Anderson Hotel, Apartments at
Toscano, and Shell Beach Senior to name a few. Three (3) projects are closing in the next few months,
which include Orcutt Road, Bridge Street, and Cleaver and Clark Commons. And finally at the
pre-development stage there are six (6) projects, which, two (2) will be requesting funding in this round.
HASLO administers Federal, State, and Local grants, and has strong systems and controls in place. HASLO
provides the record keeping services for the project. Both HASLO and SLONP undergo annual audits by an
independent CPA firm, including assessments of internal controls.
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4. Describe project staffs’ experience with Section 3. (As outlined in 24 CFR Part 75)
5. How will you document and maintain income status or presumed benefit status of each
beneficiary in compliance with regulations?
6. Briefly describe your agency’s record keeping system with relevance to the proposed
project.
Our staff has worked with County staff closely over the years to satisfy Section 3 as outlined in 24 CFR Part
75. The Director of Construction ensures that Section 3 language is included in the relevant construction
documents and requests for proposals for contractors. Our team also provides the annual reports per the
County’s request.
HASLO will perform all income certifications. HASLO has certified compliance specialists on staff with years
of experience. At the housing application/intake stage income and asset information will be collected from
each client, with back up documentation. Files will be maintained and available for county inspection.
HASLO currently performs income and compliance certifications for over 3,000 clients annually.
SLONP owns and operates hundreds of deed restricted housing units in San Luis Obispo County. It is
accustomed to keeping detailed records regarding income eligibility for all programs. Additionally, HASLO
will be the management agent for this housing. HASLO has many years of experience in maintaining
record keeping and accounting in conformity with HUD and State regulations. Staff are certified in
low-income housing compliance. Projects are audited annually and reports are provided to all funding
sources. Detailed accounting records are maintained for all project costs and audited by third party
auditing firms.
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7. Do you have any funds remaining from prior Fiscal Year allocations? If so, please list the
project you received funding for, the fiscal year(s) you received the funding, and the
remaining amount(s) for each fiscal year(s).
8. How do you plan to fund the operation and maintenance costs (if any) associated with this
project? Are these funds available now? If not, when will they be available?
Does your organization comply
with the Generally Accepted
Accounting Principles? (As
outlined in 2 CFR § 200)
Yes No
IV. PROPOSED PROJECT and PROJECT DETAILS
Name of proposed project
Project/Program address(es)
and/or Accessor’s Parcel
Number(s)
Please attach any maps, pictures, plans, or drawings under the attachments section at the end of
the application.
Yes, there are funds remaining on the following projects however, all the funds are on schedule with
commitment and expenditure deadlines:
• Under construction - Anderson Hotel: $2M of ARPA from 2022. 100% drawn
• Under construction - Toscano: $813,738 of CDBG from 2021 and $142,396 of T-29. Remaining retainer is
$48,370.40
• Under construction - Shell Beach: $249,000 of HOME, $345,000 HOME ARP, $250,987 in T-29 from 2022.
Tony Navarro didn’t want us to draw the entire available amount, so there is $8,927.10 left to draw as
well as retainer of $41,628.40
• Under construction - Morro Bay: $81,755 of CDBG and $7,216 of T29 from 2021 – retainer of $4,449.00
• Closing soon - Orcutt Road: $936,986 of CDBG from 2023
Our submitted project pro forma identifies the expenses (including operation, maintenance costs, etc.)
and the revenues (from rent, subsidies, etc.). The major project sponsors require that the project cash
flows after debt service is paid. Once the project is built and leased up, the rent and subsidies will cover
operations and maintenance. In addition, the lender requires that reserves are set aside on a monthly
basis for capital projects over the life of the project.
Arroyo Terrace
Project Address: 700 N. Oak Park Blvd, Arroyo Grande, CA
APN(s) 077-011-010, 077-011-011, 077-011-012, 077-011-013
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Areas served City of Arroyo Grande City of Atascadero
City of Pismo Beach City of Paso Robles
City of Morro Bay City of Grover Beach
City of San Luis Obispo
Unincorporated community of
Number of proposed units
created or rehabilitated
For ACQUISITIONS, please
answer the following questions.
What is the proposed purchase
amount?
What is the anticipated escrow
closing date?
Will residential or commercial
occupants be displaced by the
project?
If yes, will it be temporary or
permanent? How long if
temporary?
9. Provide a brief narrative of the proposed project including projected outcomes. How would
you describe your project to the public in one paragraph?
10. Describe site and neighborhood standards including proximity to services, transportation,
and employment.
63 Created
3.1M
12/30/2024
No.
The mixed-use project consists of 63 100% affordable multi-family residential units, including a manager’
s unit, and 1,178 square feet of commercial space. As proposed, 16 of the units will be designated for
those experiencing homelessness or at risk for homelessness as defined by HCD. The 63 dwelling units
are proposed in three (3) separate, three-story buildings, that contain 30 one-bedroom, 17 two-bedroom,
and 16 three-bedroom units. The project includes outdoor recreational space with a barbeque area and
children’s playground near the preserved oak tree grove near the eastern portion of the project site for
the residents of the development.
The site slopes downward from south to north with an approximate elevation difference across the site of
20 to 30 feet. The site had historically been used as a storage yard for an earthwork and underground
utility contractor from the 1970's until recently. The project is surrounded by Highway 101 to the east,
low-density residential to the west, commercial to the north and a mix of commercial and low-density
residential to the south. Two (2) of the buildings would be located along the El Camino Real frontage and
one (1) along the Chilton Street frontage. Parking is contained within the center of the site. The layout and
design of the buildings utilizes the slope to blend the structures heights in with the neighboring
residential. The project’s location is within walking proximity to basic amenities and services including
grocery store, pharmacy, parks, school, and library. Bus stop and other commercial job centers are in
proximity as well.
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11. What is the current zoning of the project site? Is the project site zoned correctly for the
proposed activity?
12. If the project is NOT zoned correctly for the proposed activity, provide an explanation of
efforts and a timetable to change the zoning or obtain a variance.
13. State whether or not the necessary permits have been issued. If a permit has not yet been
issued, indicate when the permit(s) will be applied for or issued.
The site is zoned Office Mixed Use. The project has approved entitlements from the Planning Commission
resulted in a lot merger of four (4) parcels and the construction of a mixed-use development including 63
affordable housing units and 1,178 square feet of commercial space.
N/A
The project has received its land use permits. Currently, the City of Arroyo Grande is reviewing the building
plans. The building permit has not been issued but would be ready by est. Spring 2024.
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14. Describe how the project will align with a (or multiple) Line(s) of Effort to support the San
Luis Obispo Countywide Plan to Address Homelessness (2022-2027).
Check any specific
population(s)
expected to be
served through this
project:
Multifamily
Age Restricted (including seniors)
Persons Experiencing Homelessness
Persons with Disabilities
Chronically Homeless
Veterans
Domestic Violence Survivors
Unaccompanied Youth (under 25 years of age)
15. Does the proposed project complement and collaborate with existing efforts in the county?
If so, please name partner agencies and how they will participate.
16. If the proposed project will serve households experiencing homelessness, describe how the
project will coordinate with other homeless service providers to connect individuals
experiencing homelessness and families to resources.
See Attachment O for response.
The proposed project will complement the county’s efforts by providing permanent housing to those
that meet the definition of experiencing homelessness or at risk of homelessness. The agencies that we
collaborate with are a part of the HSOC and include but are not limited to 5CHC, CAPSLO, and ECHO.
The proposed project will coordinate with the county’s homeless services agencies to obtain referrals for
clients in need of housing that meet the definition of those experiencing homelessness or at risk of
homelessness. The agencies include but are not limited to 5CHC, CAPSLO, and ECHO.
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17. Will the project use a project specific waitlist or coordinated entry? Please describe.
18. Describe any consultation with local jurisdictions to gain support for the project. Describe
any support you have from local jurisdictions.
19. Describe how you will ensure that the proposed project is accessible to communities of
color which are disproportionately impacted by homelessness, particularly Black, Latinx,
Asian, Pacific Islander, and Native and Indigenous communities. If you have previously
received a grant to serve any of the affected communities, please provide a brief
description of those grant activities and the outcomes you achieved.
HASLO will use its waiting lists for the majority of the large family low-income units. The units set aside for
homeless or those at risk of homelessness will be referred through the Coordinated Entry System (CES).
San Luis Obispo (SLO) County's CES is developing their Permanent Supportive Housing (PSH) Waiting list
protocol, identifying PSH units that are available, along with the required tenant selection criteria. They
perform a match against their list of applicants who meet the criteria and make referrals to the Housing
Provider. The Coordinated Entry System Partner making the referral certifies that the applicant meets the
selected criteria of being a person with a disability and that they meet the homeless requirements. If CES
is unable to make referrals then referrals will be obtained directly from emergency shelter services
providers, including CAPSLO (Community Action Partnership of San Luis Obispo/central county), 5Cities
Homeless Coalition (south county), El Camino Homeless Organization (North County), Salvation Army
(countywide) and SLO County Department of Social Services. After a referral is made, the Housing
Provider will verify the income, using third party documentation acceptable to State HCD, CTCAC, and the
County.
The City of Arroyo Grande fully supports the project and is actively working to find ways to provide
additional funding support. One of the ways includes the City pursuing the creation of a deferred impact
fee program for affordable housing projects.
HASLO does not discriminate its tenants or potential tenants based on their personal characteristics and
protected classes. Our outreach is to all groups. And waiting lists are utilized in numerical order.
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Has an environmental review
been completed (CEQA and/or
NEPA)?
Yes – CEQA review complete
No – CEQA review not complete
Yes – NEPA review complete
No – NEPA review not complete
Has a Phase I or Phase II archeological/historical survey
been conducted at the project site? Yes No
Has a Phase I or Phase II environmental assessment been
conducted for the property?
Yes No N/A
20. List and describe any known hazards (e.g., asbestos, lead-based paint, storage tanks –
aboveground, underground). List “N/A” if not applicable.
Is the project on a property designated or been
determined to be potentially eligible for designation as a
local, state, or national historical site?
Yes No N/A
Are the building(s)/structure(s) located on a historic site
or within a local historic district? Yes No N/A
Is the project located within a 100-year flood plain? Yes No N/A
If YES to the question above, does your organization have
flood insurance? Yes No N/A
Will demolition be required? Yes No
Are there any existing buildings on the project property
that were constructed prior to 1978? Yes No
If YES to above, please answer the following questions:
Has an asbestos risk assessment report(s) been
prepared for the building(s)? Yes No
Has the building(s) been abated for asbestos? Yes No
Has a lead hazard risk assessment report(s) been
prepared for the building(s)? Yes No
Has the building(s) been abated for lead paint? Yes No
Will children occupy the building(s)? Yes No
IF CHILDREN WILL OCCUPY THE BUILDING, indicate
the age range of the children. If no children will
occupy the building, select N/A.
Age Range: _______________
N/A
If the project includes temporary or permanent
relocation of occupants, it is subject to the Uniform
Relocation Act (URA). Please indicate whether the URA is
applicable to your project.
Yes, I have read and understand this
requirement.
No, this requirement is not
applicable.
Based on the data gathered and reviewed during this Phase I ESA, Haro Environmental did not identify
recognized environmental conditions or concerns that have impacted, or pose a significant environmental
threat to subsurface soil, soil vapor, or groundwater beneath the Site.
n
n
n
n
NEPA Start date Feb 2024
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21. Describe how the project will meet ADA and Section 504 standards for accessibility by the
disabled. Describe the methods, funding, and timetable to be utilized to address the
problems.
Section 504 (24 CFR Part 8) applies to new construction of multifamily housing with five or more units, or
substantial rehabilitation of multifamily housing projects that have 15 or more units.
22. Identify whether or not the site is owned or leased by the applicant. If optioned or owned
by another entity, provide their name and contact information.
V. HOME – if requesting HOME funds
Amount of HOME Funds Requested $______________________
Estimated number of HOME assisted units Units: __________
Identify all eligible activities that apply to
the proposed project.
Acquisition
Rehabilitation
Relocation
Demolition
Site Preparation (In anticipation of a HOME funded
project)
New Construction
Multi-Family
Single Family
This new construction project will be designed and constructed to adhere to all Section 504 and ADA
requirements. In addition, we will adhere to the provisions of California Building Code Chapter 11(B)
regarding accessibility to privately owned housing made available for public use by providing a minimum
of 10% of the units with mobility features, and a minimum of 4% of the units with communications
features.
The site is owned by the Housing Authority of San Luis Obispo.
879,000 All available
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Please indicate the number and type of units CREATED
30% AMI HOME
Assisted Units
31% to 50%
AMI HOME
Assisted Units
51% to 80%
AMI HOME
Assisted Units
Unrestricted
Resident
Manager
Total
Zero-Bedroom
(Studio)
One-Bedroom
Two-Bedroom
Three-Bedroom
Total
For rehabilitation projects, please fill out both tables below. If your project does not include
rehabilitation, please skip.
Please indicate below the number and type of EXISTING units:
30% AMI HOME
Assisted Units
31% to 50%
AMI HOME
Assisted Units
51% to 80%
AMI HOME
Assisted Units
Unrestricted
Resident
Manager
Total
Zero-Bedroom
(Studio)
One-Bedroom
Two-Bedroom
Three-Bedroom
Total
Please indicate below the proposed number and type of units AFTER rehabilitation:
30% AMI HOME
Assisted Units
31% to 50%
AMI HOME
Assisted Units
51% to 80%
AMI HOME
Assisted Units
Unrestricted
Resident
Manager
Total
Zero-Bedroom
(Studio)
One-Bedroom
Two-Bedroom
Three-Bedroom
Total
3 27 30
2 14 1 17
2 14 16
7 55 1 63
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HOME Matching Funds (25% match required)
Sources:
$
$
$
$
$
$
$
$
Total $
VI. HOME-ARP – if requesting HOME ARP funds
Amount of HOME-ARP Funds Requested $______________________
Estimated number of HOME-ARP assisted
units Units: __________
Identify all eligible activities that apply to
the proposed project.
Acquisition
Rehabilitation
New Construction
Multi-Family
Single Family
Continue to the next page.
HASLO Public Funds Loan - up to 1,330,170
City of Arroyo Grande - Affordable Housing Fund 448,370.37
1,778,540.37
274,484
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Please indicate the number and type of units CREATED
30% AMI
HOME-ARP
Assisted Units
31% to 50%
AMI HOME-ARP
Assisted Units
51% to 80%
AMI HOME-ARP
Assisted Units
Unrestricted
Resident
Manager
Total
Zero-Bedroom
(Studio)
One-Bedroom
Two-Bedroom
Three-Bedroom
Total
For rehabilitation projects, please fill out both tables below. If your project does not include
rehabilitation, please skip.
Please indicate below the number and type of EXISTING units:
30% AMI
HOME-ARP
Assisted Units
31% to 50%
AMI HOME-ARP
Assisted Units
51% to 80%
AMI HOME-ARP
Assisted Units
Unrestricted
Resident
Manager
Total
Zero-Bedroom
(Studio)
One-Bedroom
Two-Bedroom
Three-Bedroom
Total
Please indicate below the proposed number and type of units AFTER rehabilitation:
30% AMI
HOME-ARP
Assisted Units
31% to 50%
AMI HOME-ARP
Assisted Units
51% to 80%
AMI HOME-ARP
Assisted Units
Unrestricted
Resident
Manager
Total
Zero-Bedroom
(Studio)
One-Bedroom
Two-Bedroom
Three-Bedroom
Total
3 27 30
2 14 1 17
2 14 16
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VII. CDBG – if requesting CDBG funds
Amount of CDBG Funds
Requested $______________________
Estimated number of
unduplicated persons or
households to benefit from
CDBG funds
Persons: ________
Households: __________
Please select the national
objective that best applies to
the proposed project.
Please refer to "Basically CDBG" or
the "CDBG Guide to National
Objectives and Eligible Activities" in
the Library for more information
regarding CDBG national
objectives.
Low/Moderate Income
Slums or Blight
Urgent Need (e.g., after a natural disaster)
LOW/MODERATE INCOME
Select which criteria the
proposed project intends
to qualify under to meet the
Low/Moderate Income objective
Area Benefit
Limited Clientele
Housing
Jobs
N/A – Low Moderate Income NOT Selected
SLUM OR BLIGHT
Select which criteria the
proposed project intends to
qualify under to meet the Slums
or Blight objective
Area Basis
Spot Basis
N/A – Slum or Blight NOT Selected
Identify all eligible activities
that apply to the proposed
project.
Acquisition
Rehabilitation
Demolition
Site Preparation (In anticipation of a HOME funded project)
23.Explain how the proposed project meets the selected National Objective.
563,000 All Co & AG
63
The project meets the National Objective by benefiting low/moderate income households and persons
through supporting the creation of affordable housing.
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VIII. PLHA – if requesting PLHA funds
Amount of PLHA Funds
Requested $______________________
Estimated number of
unduplicated persons or
households to benefit from
PLHA funds
Persons: ________
Households: __________
Identify all eligible activities
that apply to the proposed
project.
Affordable Rental and Ownership
Housing
Predevelopment
Development
Acquisition
Rehabilitation
Preservation
24. Describe all eligible activities that apply to the proposed project.
Must meet the needs of a growing workforce earning up to 60 percent of AMI. ADUs shall be available for
occupancy for a term of no less than 30 days.
IX. Title 29 – if requesting Title 29 funds
Total Amount of Title 29 Funds
Requested $______________________
Amount of Title 29 Funds
Requested by Jurisdiction
North County: $______________________
Central County: $______________________
South County: $______________________
North Coast: $______________________
Open to All: $______________________
Estimated number of
unduplicated persons or
households to benefit from
Title 29 funds
Persons: ________
Households: __________
Which of the activities applies
to your proposed project?
Homebuyer Assistance
Rental Housing
454,195 All available
63
The proposed project will provide all affordable units at under 60% AMI. The funds will be
used to pay for predevelopment accrued costs, acquiring the property, and construction
development.
199,884
156,290
43,594
63
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25. If awarded, how will the funds be used to produce affordable housing?
X. Attachments
Attachment A – Sources and Uses (Required)
Please attach the Sources and Uses for your proposed project. This should include a summary of where the
capital used to fund a development will come from (the sources) and what this capital will be used for (the
uses).
Attachment B – Timeline (Required)
Attach a timeline for key steps of project implementation.
Attachment C – Any Maps, Photos, Drawings, Plans (Required)
Attachment D - Most Recent Audit (Required)
Attachment E - Proof of Active SAM.gov Registration (Required)
Attachment F – Organizational Chart (Required)
Attachment G – Incorporation Documents (Required)
Attachment H – General Liability Insurance (Required)
Attachment I – CDBG Acknowledgements (Required if Applicable)
Attachment J – Phase I or Phase II Environmental Review (Required if Applicable)
Attachment K – Pro Forma (Required for Rental Housing)
Attachment L – Appraisal of Property (Required if Applicable)
Attachment M – Relocation Plan (Required if Applicable)
Attachment N – Commitment letters for funds (if applicable)
Attachment O – Supplemental Answers to Questions (Optional)
The funds will be used to cover the new construction hard costs and acquisition.
However, because of the large size of the project, additional public funds are needed to make the project
competitive for a tax credit award. The project has also applied to HCD for Multifamily Housing Program
(MHP) funding. HCD should announce awards in December 2023.
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If you need more room to answer any of the application questions, please attach additional information here.
Include the question number for each question being answered.
Attachment P – Letters of Support (Optional)
Please attach any letters of support or commitment from local governments or community partners.
For other additional or optional attachments, please label them clearly (e.g. Attachment Q – “Title”).
X. APPLICATION SUBMISSION:
Applications and accompanying documents are due to Homeless Services Division, Department of
Social Services by 9:00 pm on November 5, 2023.
Electronic Copy – email to SS_HomelessGrants@co.slo.ca.us
Subject line: 2024 NOFA Housing Application – (Applicant Name)
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ATTACHMENT 5
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RESOLUTION NO. 5310
A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF
ARROYO GRANDE AUTHORIZING A BUDGET
ADJUSTMENT FROM THE AFFORDABLE HOUSING
TRUST FUND AND AUTHORIZING THE CITY MANAGER
TO EXECUTE A REGULATORY AGREEMENT WITH THE
HOUSING AUTHORITY OF SAN LUIS OBISPO
WHEREAS, the Planning Commission of the City of Arroyo Grande approved application
Lot Merger 21-001 and Conditional Use Permit 21-001 to merge four parcels and
construct sixty-three (63) multi-family residential units that will be affordable for low
income households;
WHEREAS, Planning Commission Resolution 21-2345 contains a condition of approval
requiring the developer to record a regulatory agreement against the property ensuring
that the units will remain affordable for at least 55 years from the date of occupancy; and
WHEREAS, the Affordable Housing Trust Fund is administered under the general
supervision of the Community Development Director and pursuant to the regulations
established by City Council, as established by Arroyo Grande Municipal Code Section
16.80.080; and
WHEREAS, on July 18, 2023, the developer submitted a letter requesting a contribution
from the City's Affordable Housing Trust Fund to aid in the costs in constructing the
project; and
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED that the City Council authorizes a budget
adjustment in a not-to-exceed amount of$448,370.37 from the Affordable Housing Trust
Fund and authorizing the City Manager, in consultation with the City Attorney and
Community Development Director, to execute a regulatory agreement with grant
conditions between the City and the Housing Authority of San Luis Obispo (HASLO)
establishing the terms of the contribution from the City's Affordable Housing Trust Fund
to HASLO's affordable housing project located at 700 Oak Park Blvd in that not-to-exceed
amount of$448,370.37.
On motion of Council Member Barneich, seconded by Council Member George, and by
the following roll call vote, to wit:
AYES: Council Members Barneich, George, Guthrie, Secrest, and Mayor Ray Russom
NOES: None
ABSENT: None
the foregoing Resolution was passed and adopted this 25th day of July, 2023.
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RESOLUTION NO. 52 t
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CAREN RAY 'USS o M, MAYOR
ATTEST:
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JESSICA 1ON,DeITY CLERK
APPROVED AS TO CONTENT:
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WH TNEY M, a ONALD, ITY MANAGER
APPROV-D AS T FORM:
411/
ISAAC ROSEN, CITY ATTORNEY
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OFFICIAL CERTIFICATION
I, SARAH LANSBURGH, Deputy City Clerk of the City of Arroyo Grande, County of
San Luis Obispo, State of California, do hereby certify under penalty of perjury, that the
attached Resolution No. 5310 was passed and adopted at a regular meeting of the City
Council of the City of Arroyo Grande on the 25th day of July, 2023.
WITNESS my hand and the Seal of the City of Arroyo Grande affixed this 28th day of
July, 2023.
SARAH LANSB RGH, DLE UTY CITY CLERK
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