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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 Page 53 of 442 Item 9.f. City Council 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 Page 2 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; Page 54 of 442 Item 9.f. City Council 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 Page 3 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 Page 55 of 442 Item 9.f. City Council 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 Page 4 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. Page 56 of 442 Item 9.f. City Council 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 Page 5 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 Page 57 of 442 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. Page 58 of 442 RESOLUTION NO. PAGE 2 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. Page 59 of 442 RESOLUTION NO. PAGE 3 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 Page 60 of 442 RESOLUTION NO. PAGE 4 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 Page 61 of 442 ,,._g 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 1 of 15 ATTACHMENT 2 Page 62 of 442 Page 63 of 442 Page 64 of 442 Page 65 of 442 Page 66 of 442 Page 67 of 442 Page 68 of 442 Page 69 of 442 Page 70 of 442 Page 71 of 442 Page 72 of 442 Page 73 of 442 Page 74 of 442 Page 75 of 442 Page 76 of 442 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 KR8JGGKBKEP9 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 n $6,406,867 35 150 407,358 Page 77 of 442 2024 NOFA – Public Services Application DEPT OF SOCIAL SERVICES - P.O. BOX 8119 | SAN LUIS OBISPO, CA 93403 | PAGE 2 OF 12 www.slocounty.ca.gov/Departments/Social-Services/Homeless-Services.aspx | SS_HomelessServices@co.slo.ca.us 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. Page 78 of 442 2024 NOFA – Public Services Application DEPT OF SOCIAL SERVICES - P.O. BOX 8119 | SAN LUIS OBISPO, CA 93403 | PAGE 3 OF 12 www.slocounty.ca.gov/Departments/Social-Services/Homeless-Services.aspx | SS_HomelessServices@co.slo.ca.us 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 Page 79 of 442 2024 NOFA – Public Services Application DEPT OF SOCIAL SERVICES - P.O. BOX 8119 | SAN LUIS OBISPO, CA 93403 | PAGE 4 OF 12 www.slocounty.ca.gov/Departments/Social-Services/Homeless-Services.aspx | SS_HomelessServices@co.slo.ca.us 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. Page 80 of 442 2024 NOFA – Public Services Application DEPT OF SOCIAL SERVICES - P.O. BOX 8119 | SAN LUIS OBISPO, CA 93403 | PAGE 5 OF 12 www.slocounty.ca.gov/Departments/Social-Services/Homeless-Services.aspx | SS_HomelessServices@co.slo.ca.us 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. Page 81 of 442 2024 NOFA – Public Services Application DEPT OF SOCIAL SERVICES - P.O. BOX 8119 | SAN LUIS OBISPO, CA 93403 | PAGE 6 OF 12 www.slocounty.ca.gov/Departments/Social-Services/Homeless-Services.aspx | SS_HomelessServices@co.slo.ca.us 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 Page 82 of 442 2024 NOFA – Public Services Application DEPT OF SOCIAL SERVICES - P.O. BOX 8119 | SAN LUIS OBISPO, CA 93403 | PAGE 7 OF 12 www.slocounty.ca.gov/Departments/Social-Services/Homeless-Services.aspx | SS_HomelessServices@co.slo.ca.us 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. 37 16 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) Page 83 of 442 2024 NOFA – Public Services Application DEPT OF SOCIAL SERVICES - P.O. BOX 8119 | SAN LUIS OBISPO, CA 93403 | PAGE 8 OF 12 www.slocounty.ca.gov/Departments/Social-Services/Homeless-Services.aspx | SS_HomelessServices@co.slo.ca.us 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 Page 84 of 442 2024 NOFA – Public Services Application DEPT OF SOCIAL SERVICES - P.O. BOX 8119 | SAN LUIS OBISPO, CA 93403 | PAGE 9 OF 12 www.slocounty.ca.gov/Departments/Social-Services/Homeless-Services.aspx | SS_HomelessServices@co.slo.ca.us 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 Page 85 of 442 2024 NOFA – Public Services Application DEPT OF SOCIAL SERVICES - P.O. BOX 8119 | SAN LUIS OBISPO, CA 93403 | PAGE 10 OF 12 www.slocounty.ca.gov/Departments/Social-Services/Homeless-Services.aspx | SS_HomelessServices@co.slo.ca.us 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 32 14 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. Page 86 of 442 2024 NOFA – Public Services Application DEPT OF SOCIAL SERVICES - P.O. BOX 8119 | SAN LUIS OBISPO, CA 93403 | PAGE 11 OF 12 www.slocounty.ca.gov/Departments/Social-Services/Homeless-Services.aspx | SS_HomelessServices@co.slo.ca.us 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 32 14 Page 87 of 442 2024 NOFA – Public Services Application DEPT OF SOCIAL SERVICES - P.O. BOX 8119 | SAN LUIS OBISPO, CA 93403 | PAGE 12 OF 12 www.slocounty.ca.gov/Departments/Social-Services/Homeless-Services.aspx | SS_HomelessServices@co.slo.ca.us 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. Page 88 of 442 ATTACHMENT 4 Page 89 of 442 COUNTY OF SAN LUIS OBISPO DEPARTMENT OF SOCIAL SERVICES HOMELESS SERVICES DIVISION 2024 NOFA – Housing Application Rev. 10/13/2023 DEPT OF SOCIAL SERVICES - P.O. BOX 8119 | SAN LUIS OBISPO, CA 93403 | PAGE 1 OF 17 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. *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 78 8 1,886,000 Page 90 of 442 2024 NOFA – Housing Application Rev. 10/13/2023 DEPT OF SOCIAL SERVICES - P.O. BOX 8119 | SAN LUIS OBISPO, CA 93403 | PAGE 2 OF 17 www.slocounty.ca.gov/Departments/Social-Services/Homeless-Services.aspx | SS_HomelessServices@co.slo.ca.us 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. Page 91 of 442 2024 NOFA – Housing Application Rev. 10/13/2023 DEPT OF SOCIAL SERVICES - P.O. BOX 8119 | SAN LUIS OBISPO, CA 93403 | PAGE 3 OF 17 www.slocounty.ca.gov/Departments/Social-Services/Homeless-Services.aspx | SS_HomelessServices@co.slo.ca.us 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. Page 92 of 442 2024 NOFA – Housing Application Rev. 10/13/2023 DEPT OF SOCIAL SERVICES - P.O. BOX 8119 | SAN LUIS OBISPO, CA 93403 | PAGE 4 OF 17 www.slocounty.ca.gov/Departments/Social-Services/Homeless-Services.aspx | SS_HomelessServices@co.slo.ca.us 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 Page 93 of 442 2024 NOFA – Housing Application Rev. 10/13/2023 DEPT OF SOCIAL SERVICES - P.O. BOX 8119 | SAN LUIS OBISPO, CA 93403 | PAGE 5 OF 17 www.slocounty.ca.gov/Departments/Social-Services/Homeless-Services.aspx | SS_HomelessServices@co.slo.ca.us 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. Page 94 of 442 2024 NOFA – Housing Application Rev. 10/13/2023 DEPT OF SOCIAL SERVICES - P.O. BOX 8119 | SAN LUIS OBISPO, CA 93403 | PAGE 6 OF 17 www.slocounty.ca.gov/Departments/Social-Services/Homeless-Services.aspx | SS_HomelessServices@co.slo.ca.us 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. Page 95 of 442 2024 NOFA – Housing Application Rev. 10/13/2023 DEPT OF SOCIAL SERVICES - P.O. BOX 8119 | SAN LUIS OBISPO, CA 93403 | PAGE 7 OF 17 www.slocounty.ca.gov/Departments/Social-Services/Homeless-Services.aspx | SS_HomelessServices@co.slo.ca.us 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. Page 96 of 442 2024 NOFA – Housing Application Rev. 10/13/2023 DEPT OF SOCIAL SERVICES - P.O. BOX 8119 | SAN LUIS OBISPO, CA 93403 | PAGE 8 OF 17 www.slocounty.ca.gov/Departments/Social-Services/Homeless-Services.aspx | SS_HomelessServices@co.slo.ca.us 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. Page 97 of 442 2024 NOFA – Housing Application Rev. 10/13/2023 DEPT OF SOCIAL SERVICES - P.O. BOX 8119 | SAN LUIS OBISPO, CA 93403 | PAGE 9 OF 17 www.slocounty.ca.gov/Departments/Social-Services/Homeless-Services.aspx | SS_HomelessServices@co.slo.ca.us 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 Page 98 of 442 2024 NOFA – Housing Application Rev. 10/13/2023 DEPT OF SOCIAL SERVICES - P.O. BOX 8119 | SAN LUIS OBISPO, CA 93403 | PAGE 10 OF 17 www.slocounty.ca.gov/Departments/Social-Services/Homeless-Services.aspx | SS_HomelessServices@co.slo.ca.us 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 8 Page 99 of 442 2024 NOFA – Housing Application Rev. 10/13/2023 DEPT OF SOCIAL SERVICES - P.O. BOX 8119 | SAN LUIS OBISPO, CA 93403 | PAGE 11 OF 17 www.slocounty.ca.gov/Departments/Social-Services/Homeless-Services.aspx | SS_HomelessServices@co.slo.ca.us 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 Page 100 of 442 2024 NOFA – Housing Application Rev. 10/13/2023 DEPT OF SOCIAL SERVICES - P.O. BOX 8119 | SAN LUIS OBISPO, CA 93403 | PAGE 12 OF 17 www.slocounty.ca.gov/Departments/Social-Services/Homeless-Services.aspx | SS_HomelessServices@co.slo.ca.us 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 3 Page 101 of 442 2024 NOFA – Housing Application Rev. 10/13/2023 DEPT OF SOCIAL SERVICES - P.O. BOX 8119 | SAN LUIS OBISPO, CA 93403 | PAGE 13 OF 17 www.slocounty.ca.gov/Departments/Social-Services/Homeless-Services.aspx | SS_HomelessServices@co.slo.ca.us 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 63 Page 102 of 442 2024 NOFA – Housing Application Rev. 10/13/2023 DEPT OF SOCIAL SERVICES - P.O. BOX 8119 | SAN LUIS OBISPO, CA 93403 | PAGE 14 OF 17 www.slocounty.ca.gov/Departments/Social-Services/Homeless-Services.aspx | SS_HomelessServices@co.slo.ca.us 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. Page 103 of 442 2024 NOFA – Housing Application Rev. 10/13/2023 DEPT OF SOCIAL SERVICES - P.O. BOX 8119 | SAN LUIS OBISPO, CA 93403 | PAGE 15 OF 17 www.slocounty.ca.gov/Departments/Social-Services/Homeless-Services.aspx | SS_HomelessServices@co.slo.ca.us 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 Page 104 of 442 2024 NOFA – Housing Application Rev. 10/13/2023 DEPT OF SOCIAL SERVICES - P.O. BOX 8119 | SAN LUIS OBISPO, CA 93403 | PAGE 16 OF 17 www.slocounty.ca.gov/Departments/Social-Services/Homeless-Services.aspx | SS_HomelessServices@co.slo.ca.us 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. Page 105 of 442 2024 NOFA – Housing Application Rev. 10/13/2023 DEPT OF SOCIAL SERVICES - P.O. BOX 8119 | SAN LUIS OBISPO, CA 93403 | PAGE 17 OF 17 www.slocounty.ca.gov/Departments/Social-Services/Homeless-Services.aspx | SS_HomelessServices@co.slo.ca.us 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) Page 106 of 442 ATTACHMENT 5 Page 107 of 442 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. ATTACHMENT 6 Page 108 of 442 RESOLUTION NO. 52 t PAGE 2 so A ye CAREN RAY 'USS o M, MAYOR ATTEST: L52,41/ AtiM .tr-c>ie JESSICA 1ON,DeITY CLERK APPROVED AS TO CONTENT: V it gr i , 0 WH TNEY M, a ONALD, ITY MANAGER APPROV-D AS T FORM: 411/ ISAAC ROSEN, CITY ATTORNEY Page 109 of 442 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 Page 110 of 442