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CITY OF SANTA CLARITA AGENDA REPORT
PUBLIC HEARINGS
CITY MANAGER APPROVAL:1
DATE: April 28, 2020
SUBJECT: APPROVAL OF THE 2020-21 ANNUAL ACTION PLAN
DEPARTMENT: Community Development
PRESENTER: Erin Lay
RECOMMENDED ACTION
City Council approve the Draft 2020-21 Annual Action Plan and funding recommendations
contained therein, and authorize the City Manager or designee to execute all required documents,
subject to approval of the City Attorney.
BACKGROUND
Each year, the City of Santa Clarita (City) has received approximately $1.2 million in
Community Development Block Grant (CDBG) funds from the U.S. Department of Housing and
Urban Development (HUD). This entitlement allocation is based on a formula which takes into
account population, poverty levels, and overcrowding. These funds must be used primarily to
assist low- and moderate -income residents in the areas of decent housing, a suitable living
environment, and expanded economic opportunities.
In order to receive CDBG funds, the City is required to submit a Consolidated Plan (Con Plan) at
least every five years. The current Con Plan addresses the five-year period of 2019-20 to 2023-
24 and was adopted by the City Council on April 23, 2019. The priorities set in the current Con
Plan are as follows:
• Improve, Maintain, and Expand Affordable Housing
• Provide Supportive Human Services
• Improve and Expand Facilities and Infrastructure
• Planning and Administration
The City is also required to submit an Annual Action Plan. This plan outlines the specific ways
that the year's entitlement allocation of CDBG funds will be spent, contains service goals, and an
explanation of how the activities proposed will meet the priorities in the Con Plan. The City was
notified that its 2020-21 entitlement allocation of CDBG funds would be $1,454,712, which is
$198,330 more than the 2019-20 allocation.
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In addition, staff has identified savings and unallocated funds from prior years which total
$1,195,074. These funds must be allocated through a Substantial Amendment to the current
2019-20 Annual Action Plan.
DEVELOPMENT PROCESS
To develop the 2020-21 Annual Action Plan and the Substantial Amendment to the 2019-20
Annual Action Plan, the City contracted with the firm of Veronica Tam and Associates
(Consultant).
In October and November 2019, the Consultant conducted a Community Needs Assessment
(CNA) process to determine the current needs of the community within each Con Plan priority
area. The results of the CNA were presented to the City Council in a Public Hearing on
January 28, 2020. In November 2019, a Notice of Funding Availability was released for non-
profit, community -based organizations to provide programs and services for the low- and
moderate -income community using CDBG funds. A total of 77 community -serving non -profits
were notified of the opportunity to apply for CDBG funding for the 2020-21 program year.
Nine organizations submitted applications, requesting funding for 13 programs. Those
applications were evaluated by an interdepartmental team of City staff, and 11 programs are
recommended for funding in 2020-21.
Two projects are proposed for funding using a combination of 2020-21 program year entitlement
funds and funds from the Substantial Amendment: a new inclusionary park project and a project
to increase permanent shelter beds for the homeless community. All proposed funding is shown
on the attached CDBG Proposed Funding Allocations document. As required by HUD, the draft
documents were available for public review and comment for a 30-day period, which ended on
April 8, 2019. No comments from the public were received.
The 2020-21 Annual Action Plan and the Substantial Amendment to the 2019-20 Annual Action
Plan can be found in the City Clerk's Reading File.
ALTERNATIVE ACTION
Other action as directed by City Council.
FISCAL IMPACT
All programs recommended for funding will utilize CDBG funds. There will be no impact to the
General Fund.
ATTACHMENTS
Public Hearing Notice
Proposed CDBG Funding
Draft 2020-21 AAP and SA to the 2019-20 AAP (available in the City Clerk's Reading File)
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NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING FOR THE COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT
BLOCK GRANT DRAFT 2020-2021 ANNUAL ACTION PLAN AND DRAFT
SUBSTANTIAL AMENDMENT TO THE 2019-2020 ANNUAL ACTION PLAN
City of Santa Clarita — City Council Meeting
Notice is hereby given that the City of Santa Clarita (City) will conduct a public hearing
for the draft 2020-2021 Annual Action Plan (Plan) and a draft Substantial Amendment
(Amendment) to the 2019-2020 Plan on Tuesday, April 28, 2020, at or after 6:00 p.m., in
the Council Chambers at Santa Clarita City Hall, 23920 Valencia Boulevard, Santa
Clarita, California, 91355. The draft 2020-2021 Plan and draft Amendment to the 2019-
2020 Plan are financial and programmatic documents which provide information on the
number, type, and funding of programs and activities to be undertaken with federal
Community Development Block Grant funds. Citizens are encouraged to participate and
provide comments on this item by attending the public hearing.
The allocation of CDBG entitlement funds in the draft 2020-2021 Plan is $1,454,712. Of
this amount, up to up to $218,206 may be used for Public Service Programs and up to
$290,942 may be used for Administration. The draft Amendment to the 2019-2020 Plan
identifies a total of $718,719 in unused funds from prior years.
The City also invites public comment regarding the draft documents during the thirty (30)
day public comment period, which begins March 20, 2020. The draft documents will be
available for review on the City's website at www.santa-clarita.com/housing, and during
normal business hours at the office of the City Clerk, Santa Clarita City Hall, 23920
Valencia Blvd, Suite 120, Santa Clarita, CA 91355. Comments may be emailed to
elay@santa-clarita.com, or submitted in person or by U.S. Mail to Erin Lay, City of Santa
Clarita, 23920 Valencia Boulevard, Santa Clarita, California 91355. Written comments
must be received by April 20, 2020 at 5:00 p.m.
Copies of the City Council meeting agendas will be available 72 hours prior to the
meeting date at the City Clerk's Office at City Hall, located at 23920 Valencia Blvd.,
Suite 120, Santa Clarita, CA 91355, or on-line at www.santa-clarita.com/agendas.
Further information may also be obtained by contacting Erin Lay, Housing Program
Administrator, at 661.286.4174, or by email at ela &7 santa-clarita.com.
If you wish to challenge the action taken on this matter in court, you may be limited to
raising only those issues you or someone else raised at the public hearing described in
this notice, or in written correspondence delivered to the City Council, at or prior to, the
public hearing.
Para los que hablan espanol, si usted tiene preguntas o desea mas informati6n sobre este
producto, por favor p6ngase en contacto con Vanessa Diaz, Clerk, al 661.255.4353 o por
correo electr6nico a vdiaz@santa-clarita.com. Gracias.
Date: February 28, 2020
Mary Cusick, MMC
City Clerk
Published: Friday, March 6, 2020 — The Signal
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COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT BLOCK GRANT
PROPOSED FUNDING ALLOCATIONS
CDBG FUNDING SOURCES
2020-2021
2019-2020
Entitlement
Substantial
Allocation
Amendment
Annual Entitlement Allocation $1,454,712
Prior year unspent funds
$1,195,074
Total Funds Available $1,454,712
$1,195,074
CDBG FUNDED PROJECTS/PROGRAMS
Administration (Maximum for20-21 is $290,942)
Personnel / Program Administration
CDBG Consultant Services
Operation & Maintenance (O&M)
Fair Housing Services (Housing Rights Center)
Subtotal
Capital
Handyworker Program (Senior Center)
Inclusionary Park Project - West Side
Shelter Project
Subtotal
Public Services (Maximum for 20-21 is $218,206)
$197,684
$57,783
$5,475
$30,000
$290,942
$400,000
$295,564
$250,000
$945,564
$0
$778,225
$416,849
$1,195,074
Homeless Intake and Assessment (Bridge To Home)
$38,893
Homeless Families Support (Family Promise)
$30,000
Community Access Services 50+ (Senior Center)
$49,000
Comprehensive Mental Health for Single Moms (SMO)
$17,050
Homeless Outreach (Bridge To Home)
$33,433
Disabled Equestrian Therapy (Carousel Ranch)
$10,710
Fostering Youth Independence (FYI)
$14,120
Property Rehabilitation Program (Senior Center)
$5,000
Vocational Training Program (Carousel Ranch)
$6,000
Domestic Violence Case Management (C&F Center)
$14,000
Subtotal
$218,206 $0
Total Allocated $1,454,712
Balance Available $0
$1,195,074
$0
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City of Santa Clarita
Annual Action Plan - FY 2020-2021
(July 1, 2020 through June 30, 2021)
May 2020
City of Santa Clarita
Community Development Department
Community Preservation Division
23920 Valencia Boulevard, Suite 300
Santa Clarita, CA 91355
Table of Contents
Executive Summary ..................................................................................................................................................... 1
AP-05 Executive Summary - 24 CFR 91.200(c), 91.220(b) ........................................................................ 1
PR-05 Lead & Responsible Agencies 91.200(b) ...................................................................................... 4
AP-10 Consultation 91.100, 91.200(b), 91.215(l) ................................................................................... 5
AP-12 Participation 91.105, 91.200(c) ................................................................................................. 12
Expected Resources .................................................................................................................................................. 14
AP-15 Expected Resources 91.220(c)(1,2) ........................................................................................... 14
Annual Goals and Objectives ................................................................................................................................... 16
Projects ................................................................................................................................................... 18
AP-35 Projects 91.220(d) ..................................................................................................................... 18
AP-38 Project Summary .......................................................................................................................... 19
AP-50 Geographic Distribution 91.220(f) ............................................................................................. 25
Affordable Housing .................................................................................................................................................... 26
AP-55 Affordable Housing 91.220(g) ................................................................................................... 26
AP-60 Public Housing 91.220(h) ........................................................................................................... 27
AP-65 Homeless and Other Special Needs Activities 91.220(i) ............................................................ 27
AP-75 Barriers to affordable housing 91.220(j) ................................................................................... 29
AP-85 Other Actions 91.220(k) ............................................................................................................ 30
Program Specific Requirements ............................................................................................................................... 34
Appendix A: Public Participation ............................................................................................................................. 35
Appendix B: SF 424 and Certifications .................................................................................................................... 40
Appendix C: Proposed Substantial Amendment .................................................................................................... 41
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Executive Summary
AP-05 Executive Summary - 24 CFR 91.200(c), 91.220(b)
1. Introduction
The Community Development Block (CDBG) program is authorized by the Housing and Community Development Act
of 1974, which provides eligible entitlement communities with annual grants. The annual grants must be used to provide
decent housing, suitable living environments, and expanded economic opportunities, primarily for low- and moderate-
income persons. The City of Santa Clarita (City) has been receiving entitlement funds since fiscal year (FY) 1991-1992
and expects to receive an estimated $1,454,712 in CDBG funds in FY 2020-2021.
The City adopted its Fiscal Year (FY) 2019-2023 Consolidated Plan in 2019 as required to receive federal CDBG funds
from the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD). The Consolidated Plan addresses the City's
low- and moderate-income housing and community development needs and sets forth a strategic plan of five-year
goals, specific objectives, annual goals, and benchmarks for measuring progress.
This is the second Annual Action Plan for the Fiscal Year (FY) 2019-2023 Consolidated Plan for the City of Santa
Clarita. It describes the resources, programs, activities, and actions the City of Santa Clarita will take during FY 2020-
21 to implement the strategic plan found in the 2019-2023 Consolidated Plan. The Fiscal Year (FY) 2019-2023
Consolidated Plan for the City of Santa Clarita set forth the following priorities:
Improve, Maintain, and Expand Affordable Housing
Provide Supportive Human Services
Improve and Expand Facilities and Infrastructure
Planning and Administration
2. Summarize the objectives and outcomes identified in the Plan
This could be a restatement of items or a table listed elsewhere in the plan or a reference to another
location. It may also contain any essential items from the housing and homeless needs assessment,
the housing market analysis or the strategic plan.
The City incorporated outcome measures for activities in accordance with the Federal Register Notice dated March 7,
2006, which requires the following Performance Measure Objectives/Outcomes to be associated with each activity:
General Objective Categories
Activities will meet one of the following:
Decent Housing (DH)
A Suitable Living Environment (SL)
Economic Opportunity (EO)
General Outcome Categories
Activities will meet one of the following:
Availability/Accessibility (1)
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Affordability (2)
Sustainability (3)
Based on the City's priority needs established in the Fiscal Year (FY) 2019-2023 Consolidated Plan, the projects to be
funded along with the objectives and outcomes anticipated during FY 2020-21, help to meet the goals set forth in the
five-year plan.
3. Evaluation of past performance
-2020) in implementing the Consolidated Plan will be provided
in the Consolidated Annual Performance Evaluation Report (CAPER) due to HUD on September 28, 2020, 90 days
after the close of the program year. For the first two quarters, the CDBG-funded programs assisted:
274 homeless persons through homeless services programs
12 disabled persons with therapy services and disabled persons with employment services
18 youth with case management and supportive services
301 adults over the age of 50 with case management and supportive services
32 households with rehabilitation assistance under the Handyworker Program
2 households with minor property rehabilitation
79 single mothers assisted with case management, group therapy, and other supportive services
4. Summary of Citizen Participation Process and consultation process
Citizen participation is an important component of the Annual Action Plan processes. To solicit public input during the
development of the Annual Action Plan, the City is providing the required 30-day public review and comment period of
the draft Action Plan, and will hold a Public Hearing before the Santa Clarita City Council to approve the plan.
Public Review of Draft Documents: A 30-day public review and comment period was held from March 20, 2020
through April 20, 2020. The final FY 2020-21 Action Plan will be available for five years at Santa Clarita City Hall and
.
Public Hearing: A Public Hearing before the City Council will be held on April 28, 2020 to review and approve the
Annual Action Plan.
5. Summary of public comments
Public input, including any comments received during the citizen participation process, will be summarized and
presented in the Appendix.
6. Summary of comments or views not accepted and the reasons for not accepting them
All comments received were accepted.
7. Summary
The City of Santa Clarita anticipates receiving an allocation of $1,454,712 in FY 2020-2021. The City also has available
$778,225 from prior year uncommitted funds and park project funds not spent in FY 2018-19 as well as $416,849 in
prior year savings. These funds are discussed later as a part of a substantial amendment to the FY 2019-2020 Annual
Action Plan. The total budget available to the City is $2,649,786 and will be allocated for the period of July 1, 2020
through June 30, 2021.
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Administration (Total $290,942)
Personnel/Program Administration - $197,684
CDBG Consultant Services - $57,783
Operation and Maintenance - $5,475
Fair Housing Services - $30,000
Public Services ($218,206)
Case Management (Fostering Youth Independence) - $14,120
Property Rehabilitation Program (Santa Clarita Valley Senior Center) - $5,000
Homeless Families Support (Family Promise of Santa Clarita) - $30,000
Comprehensive Mental Health Services for Single Moms and Children (Single Mothers Outreach) - $17,050
Community Access Services (Santa Clarita Valley Senior Center) - $49,000
Project SCV (Carousel Ranch) - $10,710
Homeless Outreach and Engagement (Bridge To Home) - $33,433
Homeless Intake and Assessment (Bridge To Home) - $38,893
Domestic Violence Case Management (Child and Family Center) - $14,000
Ready to Work! (Carousel Ranch) - $6,000
Capital ($2,140,638)
Handyworker Program (Santa Clarita Valley Senior Center) - $400,000
Inclusionary Park Project West Side (City) - $1,073,789
Shelter Project (City) - $666,849
The 20 percent of CDBG annual allocation dedicated to planning and administration activities is not subject to the
requirement of benefiting low- and moderate-income persons. Of the remaining 80 percent of CDBG funds, 100 percent
will benefit low- and moderate-income persons.
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PR-05 Lead & Responsible Agencies 91.200(b)
1. Agency/entity responsible for preparing/administering the Consolidated Plan
Describe the agency/entity responsible for preparing the Consolidated Plan and those responsible
for administration of each grant program and funding source.
Agency Role Name Department/Agency
CDBG Administrator SANTA CLARITA Community Development
Table 1 Responsible Agencies
Narrative
Department.
Consolidated Plan Public Contact Information
Administrator, City of Santa Clarita Community Development Department, 23920 Valencia Blvd., Suite 300, Santa
Clarita, CA 91355, (661) 286-4174.
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AP-10 Consultation 91.100, 91.200(b), 91.215(l)
1. Introduction
As part of the development of this Action Plan, the City conducted outreach to consult and coordinate with non-profit
agencies, affordable housing providers, and government agencies regarding the needs of the low- and moderate-
income community. Some outreach activities are listed below and have been summarized in the Executive Summary
and Citizen Participation sections of this Action Plan.
and assisted housing providers and private and governmental health, mental health and service
agencies (91.215(l))
The City reached out to 77 agencies and organizations. The 77 agencies were mailed Notices of Funding
Availability. The Los Angeles County Development Authority was also contacted to obtain information on public housing
and Housing Choice Vouchers available to City residents. The complete outreach list and letter are included in the
Appendices.
Describe coordination with the Continuum of Care and efforts to address the needs of homeless
persons (particularly chronically homeless individuals and families, families with children, veterans,
and unaccompanied youth) and persons at risk of homelessness.
The City conducted three Funding Opportunity Meetings on November 12, 13, and 14, 2019. Several agencies that
provide housing and supportive services for the homeless and those at risk of becoming homeless attended
the meetings. These included:
Bridge To Home
Single Mothers Outreach
Family Promise
Child and Family Center
Santa Clarita Valley Senior Center
Describe consultation with the Continuum(s) of Care that serves the jurisdiction's area in determining
how to allocate ESG funds, develop performance standards for and evaluate outcomes of projects
and activities assisted by ESG funds, and develop funding, policies and procedures for the operation
and administration of HMIS
The City's entitlement allocation does not include ESG funds.
2. Describe Agencies, groups, organizations and others who participated in the
agencies and other entities
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Carousel RanchServicesServicesHousing Need AssessmentNonThe agency was contacted via U.S.opportunity meeting on November 14, 2019, received an overview of the current needs in the community,
and had an opportunity to provide comments and input.Bridge ToServicesServicesHousing Need AssessmentHomeless Needs Homeless Needs Homelessness Needs Homelessness Needs Homelessness
StrategyThe agency was contacted vopportunity meeting on November 12, 2019, received an overview of the current needs in the community, and had an opportunity to provide comments and
input.Santa Clarita Valley SeniorServicesServicesServicesServices
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opportunity to provide comments and input.Child ServicesHousing Need AssessmentNonThe agency was contacted via U.S. mail and attended the needs/funding opportunity meeting on November
14, 2019, received an overview of the current needs in the community, andinput.Fostering Youth IndependenceServicesNonThe agency was contacted via U.S. mail and attended the needs/funding
opportunity meeting on November 12, 2needs in the community, and had an opportunity to provide comments and input.
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was consulted. What are or areas for improved coordination?Agency/Group/OrganizationAgency/Group/Organization TypeWhat section of the Plan was addressed by Consultation?Brieflyconsulted.
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VIA Education FoundationServicesServicesNonEconomic DevelopmentThe agency was contacted via U.S. mail and attended the needs/funding opportunity meeting on November 12, 2019, received
an overview of the current needs in the community, and had an opportunity to provide comments and input.Family PromiseServicesServicesHousing Need AssessmentHomeless Needs HomelessHomelessness
Needs Homelessness Needs Homelessness StrategyThe agency was contacted via U.S. mail and attended the needs/funding opportunity meeting on November 13, 2019, received an overview of
the current needs in the community, and had an opportunity to provide comments and input.Single Mothers OutreachServicesServicesServices
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for improved coordination?
section of the Plan was addressed by Consultation?
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opportunity meeting on November 13, 2019, received an overview of the current needs in the community, and had an input.Assistance LeagueServicesServicesServicesHousing Need AssessmentNonThe
agency was contacted via U.S.opportunity meeting on November 14, 2019, received an overview of the current needs in the community, and had an opportunity to provide comments and input.American
Cancer SocietyServicesServicesServicesHousing Need AssessmentNon
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comments and input.Boys Scouts of AmericaServicesServicesHousing Need AssessmentNonThe agency was copportunity meeting on November 14, 2019, received an overview of the current needs
in the community, and had an opportunity to provide comments and input.Canterbury VillaServicesServicesHousing Need AssessmentNonThe agency was contacted via U.S. mail and attended
the needs/funding opportunity meeting on November 14, 2019, received an overview of the current needs iinput.
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ram. The Community Needs Assessment process for
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Consolidated Plan outreach process, the City has identified homeless and homeless
2023
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How do the goals of your Strategic
Other local / regional / federal planning efforts
2019
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income persons.
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current Housing Element, which includes the estimate of housing needs from the Regional Housing
Table
also determined this a priority. These services will complement the Continuum of Care Strategy for
Through the prevention services as a priority for the CDBG Prog2021transitioning the homeless to permanent housing.The City's Needs Assessment, contains over 20 programs and policies
designed to address housing needs for lowmoderated
Lead Organization
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for a complete outreach list and proof of publications.
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Name of Plan
Continuum of CareHousing Element
Other local/regional/state/federal planning efforts considered when preparing the PlanNarrative (optional)Refer to Appendices OMB Control No: 2506
AP-12 Participation 91.105, 91.200(c)
1. Summary of citizen participation process/Efforts made to broaden citizen
participation
Summarize citizen participation process and how it impacted goal-setting
The City provides for and encourages citizens to participate in the development of the five-year Consolidated Plan, as
well as the Annual Action Plan and the proposed use of housing and community development funds. Residents, public
agencies, and other interested parties, including those most affected, are given the opportunity to receive information
and review and submit comments on proposed activities. The information provided includes the amount of assistance
the City anticipates receiving and the range of activities which may be undertaken, as well as the estimated amount
that will benefit low- and moderate-income persons.
Community Needs Assessment: In preparation for the development of the Annual Action Plan, the City undertook
a Community Needs Assessment (CNA) process. The CNA was conducted using an on-line survey tool, which was
available from October 9, 2019 to November 6, 2019, and two public meetings. Notice was sent to 77 local agencies
notifying them of the meetings and requesting that they complete the survey and distribute it to their clients. A total of
476 individuals responded to the survey. The results of the CNA was presented to the Santa Clarita City Council in a
Public Hearing on January 28, 2020.
Applications for funding: The City used an open and objective process for the award of 2020-2021 CDBG funding
for sub-recipient grants. For the 2020-2021 funding process, the following actions were taken:
Notified 77 local-serving non-profit organizations by mail of the availability of grant funds and funding
opportunity meetings.
Conducted three technical assistance meetings on November 12, 13, and 14, 2019, to answer questions and
distribute funding application packages to interested and eligible applicants.
Formed a five-member intra-departmental committee who evaluated, scored, and ranked the proposals
submitted.
Reviewed and scored Risk Assessment Questionnaires to determine the level of risk per CFR 200.331(b)(c).
Checked debarment status through the System for Award Management (SAM) website.
Completed a CDBG Activity Type and Eligibility Determination form for all funding requests, ensuring that the
proposed program/activities were eligible, met a HUD National Objective, addressed a Consolidated Plan
priority, and met a current community need.
Ten of the twelve applications for Public Service proposals were recommended for CDBG funding. The proposals
recommended scored the highest based on meeting a Consolidated Plan priority, addressing a HUD National Objective
as well as a current need in our community, having clear and adequate goals and objectives, and serving residents of
the City. Those proposals demonstrated the prop
Program and reporting compliance.
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Citizen Participation Outreach
Sort Mode of Target of Outreach Summary of Summary Summary of URL (If
Order Outreach response/ of comments applicable)
attendance comments not accepted
received and reasons
There were
No
no comments
Public Non-targeted/broad comments
1 Not applicable. received that N/A
Hearing community were
were not
received.
accepted.
There were
No
no comments
Newspaper Non-targeted/broad comments
2 Not applicable. received that N/A
Ad community were
were not
received.
accepted.
There were
No
no comments
Press Non-targeted/broad comments
3 Not applicable. received that N/A
Release community were
were not
received.
accepted.
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Expected Resources
AP-15 Expected Resources 91.220(c)(1,2)
Introduction
This Annual Action Plan for FY 2020 (July 1, 2020 through June 30, 2021) is the second year of implementation for the
five-year Consolidated Plan. A number of housing and community development resources are currently available in
the City of Santa Clarita. They include:
Community Development Block Grant (CDBG)
General funds
HUD Section 8 Rental Assistance Program (through the Los Angeles County Development Authority)
State transportation funds
The City of Santa Clarita (City) proposes to make the following amendments to its 2019-2020 Annual Action Plan (AAP)
for the Community Development Block Grant Program:
Use $778,225 in prior year savings and program income to fund the construction of the Inclusionary Park
Project West Side, which would include creation of a new inclusionary play area in an existing park on the
west side of Santa Clarita (exact location TBD) as well as associated disabled access improvements to
existing bathrooms.
Use $416,849 in prior year savings to fund construction to increase the number of year-round homeless
shelter beds.
On March 1, 2020 the City identified a total of $1,195,073.70 in prior year funding, as shown below, which could be
reallocated to the projects shown above.
FUNDING SOURCE AMOUNT
2015-2016 Program Income (loan repayment) $57,981.27
2016-2017 Uncommitted Funds $1,590.06
2017-2018 Uncommitted Funds $48,275.29
2018-2019 Uncommitted Funds $353,437.08
2018-2019 Park Project Savings 316,941.00
2019-2020 Infrastructure Project Savings $416,849
TOTAL $1,195,073.70
The full-proposed amendment document can be found as a part of Appendix C.
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Anticipated Resources
Expected
Expected Amount Available Year 2
Amount
Source
Available
Uses of Narrative
Program of
Total:
Annual Program Prior Year
Remainder
Funds Description
Funds
Allocation: Income: Resources:
of Con Plan
Acquisition
The estimated
Admin and
amount of
Planning
CDBG funds
Economic
available over
Public - Development
CDBG $1,454,712 0 $1,195,074 $2,649,786 $3,345,000 the planning
Federal Housing
period is
Public
based on a
Improvements
consistent
Public
funding level.
Services
Table 5 - Expected Resources Priority Table
Explain how federal funds will leverage those additional resources (private, state and local funds),
including a description of how matching requirements will be satisfied
The City and HUD share an interest in leveraging HUD resources to the maximum extent feasible in order to deliver
high-quality, creative and efficient housing programs, neighborhood improvement programs, supportive services and
economic development programs. The City will continue to pursue opportunities to obtain additional funding which can
help leverage internal resources with other federal, state and local funding sources.
If appropriate, describe publically owned land or property located within the jurisdiction that may be
used to address the needs identified in the plan
The year-round homeless shelter operated by Bridge To Home (BTH) is the only homeless shelter in the Santa Clarita
Valley. It is currently housed in modular buildings in an industrial area. The demand for the homeless shelter and its
services is out-growing the current space and a larger location is needed. The City purchased a property using non-
CDBG funds and transferred ownership of this property to BTH. BTH also secured additional funding from the County
for the construction of a new year-round permanent shelter on this property. During FY 2020, the City has committed
$666,849 to assist in the development of shelter beds, which may include funding the construction of this shelter. The
construction of homeless shelters is allowable as a LMC Presumed Eligible activity.
Discussion
See discussions above.
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20,26
:
Persons Assisted
9
16
Households Assisted
31
3
1,
Persons Assisted
:
Household Housing Units
Goal Outcome Indicator
Public service activities for
64
Public Facility or Infrastructure
Low/Moderate Income Housing Low/Moderate Income Housing Benefit:
Benefit
Income Housing Benefit
Public service activities other than
Activities other than Low/Moderate
Homeowner Housing Rehabilitated:
,000
0
,740,638
218,206
1
Funding
CDBG: $40CDBG: $
CDBG: $
and
Needs
Expand Provide
Housing
Improve,
Affordable
Supportive
Addressed
Objectives
Improve and
Planning and Planning and Planning and
Infrastructure
Maintain, and
AdministrationAdministrationAdministration
Human Services
Expand Facilities
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Goals Summary
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N/A N/A N/A
Area
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Geographic
Table
Housing
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Annual Goals and
Housing
Category
Homeless
Affordable
Community
Non
Development
Special Needs
Non
End
Year
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Year
202020202020
Start
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Goal Name
Improve and
Human Services
Expand Facilities
and Infrastructure
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Affordable Housing
Provide Decent and
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community
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/Abused Children,
low
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residents. This includes activities such as
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and moderate
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Expand Facilities and Infrastructure
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neighborhoods and residents. These may include activities such as ADA improvements and modifications to government and other
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Provide Decent and Affordable HousingThe City will increase, improve and maintain its supply of affordable housing for housing rehabilitation, affordable housing construction, and code
enforcement.Improve and Through various capital improvement projects, the City will improve and expand infrastructure and community facilities that bincomefacilities, such as child
care centers, special education centers, and homeless shelters.Provide Improve supportive human services for Homeless, Legal, Senior, Disabled, Youth, Transportation, Childcare, Victims
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Projects
AP-35 Projects 91.220(d)
Introduction
This Action Plan outlines the steps that the City of Santa Clarita will use to address housing and community
development needs in the City. The plan includes a listing of activities that the City will undertake during FY 2020 (July
1, 2020 through June 30, 2021) using CDBG funds. The City is receiving $1,454,712 from HUD for FY 2020. The City
also has available $778,225 from prior year uncommitted funds and park project funds not spent in FY 2018-19 and
$416,849 in prior year savings as a part of the substantial amendment to the FY 2019-2020 Annual Action Plan. The
total budget available to the City is $2,649,786.
Projects
# Project Name
1 CDBG Program Planning and Administration and Fair Housing Services (City)
2 Case Management (Fostering Youth Independence)
3 Property Rehabilitation Program (Santa Clarita Valley Senior Center)
4 Homeless Families Support (Family Promise of Santa Clarita Valley)
5 Comprehensive Mental Health Services for Single Moms and Children (Single Mothers Outreach)
6 Community Access Services (Santa Clarita Valley Senior Center)
7 Project SCV (Carousel Ranch)
8 Homeless Outreach and Engagement (Bridge To Home)
9 Handyworker Program (Santa Clarita Valley Senior Center)
10 Homeless Intake and Assessment (Bridge To Home)
11 Domestic Violence Case Management (Child & Family Center)
12 Inclusionary Park Project West Side
13 Shelter Project
14 Ready to Work! (Carousel Ranch)
Table 8 Project Information
Describe the reasons for allocation priorities and any obstacles to addressing underserved needs
For FY 2020, the City has an allocation of $1,454,712. Twenty percent of the allocation is reserved for administration
costs and fair housing services, and 15 percent is set aside for public services. One of the greatest challenges in
meeting the underserved needs of low- and moderate-income persons is having limited financial resources. The City
also has available $778,725 from prior year uncommitted funds and park project funds not spent in FY 2018-19 and
$416,849 in prior year savings. The total budget available to the City is $2,649,786. The City will continue to use
CDBG funding to support public service agencies that address the special needs of the underserved, including the
homeless, those at risk of homelessness, seniors, female-headed households, and disabled youth and adults. The City
also proactively seeks additional resources to better meet the underserved needs.
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Project Summary Information
Project Name CDBG Program Planning and Administration and Fair Housing Services
Target Area Not Applicable
Provide Decent and Affordable Housing
Goals Supported Improve and Expand Facilities and Infrastructure
Provide Supportive Human Services
Improve, Maintain, and Expand Affordable Housing
Improve and Expand Facilities and Infrastructure
Needs Addressed
Planning and Administration
Provide Supportive Human Services
Funding CDBG: $290,942
Description CDBG Program Planning and Administration
1
Target Date 6/30/2021
Estimate the number
and type of families that
Not applicable
will benefit from the
proposed activities
The CDBG Program will be administered from Santa Clarita City Hall and will support
Location Description
the CDBG Program citywide.
Funds will be used for general management, monitoring and oversight of the CDBG
program, and the provision of fair housing services. In addition to general
Planned Activities
management activities, staff respond to citizen inquiries and facilitates the services of
local non-profit agencies.
Project Name Case Management (Fostering Youth Independence)
Target Area Not applicable
Goals Supported Provide Supportive Human Services
Planning and Administration
Needs Addressed
Provide Supportive Human Services
Funding CDBG: $14,120
This program provides case management, assistance, and advocacy for transition-
age foster and former foster youth, aged 16-25 who are pursuing a post-secondary
Description
education. Funding pays for a case manager hours and for the Department of Justice
fingerprint clearances for volunteer adult allies.
2
Target Date 6/30/2021
Estimate the number
and type of families that
An estimated 17 individuals may be assisted.
will benefit from the
proposed activities
This program is administered by Fostering Youth Independence and is available to
Location Description
current and former foster youth aged 16-25 citywide.
Provide support and assistance to current and former foster youth by pairing them
with adult volunteers who help them obtain resources and complete educational
Planned Activities
goals. Case management will include assistance with setting goals and monitoring
progress with monthly check ins.
Project Name Property Rehabilitation Program (Santa Clarita Valley Senior Center)
3 Target Area Not applicable
Goals Supported Provide Decent and Affordable Housing
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Provide Supportive Human Services
Needs Addressed
Planning and Administration
Funding CDBG: $5,000
Administered by the Santa Clarita Valley Senior Center this program will provide
Description grants to lower income homeowners up to $1,000 per household for minor property
rehabilitation.
Target Date 6/30/2021
Estimate the number
and type of families that
An estimated 3 lower income households may benefit from this program.
will benefit from the
proposed activities
This program is administered by the Santa Clarita Valley Senior Center and is
Location Description
available to lower income households citywide.
This program provides assistance with property repairs, including labor and materials,
to low/mod income homeowners to address unsafe conditions and municipal code
Planned Activities violations. This program addresses items not covered in a home repair program,
including but not limited to, fences and walls, garages, trees and landscaping, and
driveways and walkways.
Project Name Homeless Families Support (Family Promise of Santa Clarita Valley)
Target Area Not applicable
Goals Supported Provide Supportive Human Services
Planning and Administration
Needs Addressed
Provide Supportive Human Services
Funding CDBG: $30,000
This program will provide homeless families with case management services,
Description
emergency temporary housing through motel vouchers, and transportation costs.
Target Date 6/30/2021
Estimate the number
4
and type of families that
An estimated 12 families may be assisted.
will benefit from the
proposed activities
This program is administered by Family Promise of Santa Clarita Valley and is
Location Description
available to homeless families citywide.
Provide a clinical case management approach through clinical counseling to
homeless families and their children who are receiving safe and secure temporary
shelter in order to address mental health stability and needs. Intervention practices
Planned Activities shown to be effective in the clinical counseling field such as motivational interviewing,
conflict behavioral therapy, problem solving therapy and play therapy will be used.
This will aid in the transition to supportive housing to assure long-term self-
sustainability in permanent housing.
Comprehensive Mental Health Services for Single Moms and Children (Single
Project Name
Mothers Outreach)
Target Area Not applicable
Goals Supported Provide Supportive Human Services
Planning and Administration
5 Needs Addressed
Provide Supportive Human Services
Funding CDBG: $17,050
This program will provide mental health counseling for single mothers and their
Description
children.
Target Date 6/30/2021
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Estimate the number
and type of families that
An estimated 170 single mothers may be assisted.
will benefit from the
proposed activities
This program is administered by Single Mothers Outreach and is available to lower
Location Description
income single mothers citywide.
This program is administered by Single Mothers Outreach and is available to low
income single mothers citywide. The program will provide therapeutic counseling
Planned Activities
services and coordinated case management targeted to the unique mental health
challenges single mothers experiencing a deep psychological crisis.
Project Name Community Access Services (Santa Clarita Valley Senior Center)
Target Area Not applicable
Goals Supported Provide Supportive Human Services
Planning and Administration
Needs Addressed
Provide Supportive Human Services
Funding CDBG: $49,000
This program provides comprehensive assessments for adults over the age of 50.
Individuals are evaluated for their needs in housing, nutrition, legal assistance,
Description
financial management, and forms and document completion. Individuals assessed
are provided direct services or referred to other agencies
Target Date 6/30/2021
6
Estimate the number
and type of families that
An estimated 450 individuals may be assisted.
will benefit from the
proposed activities
This program is administered by the Santa Clarita Valley Senior Center and is
Location Description
available to persons over 50 years of age citywide.
Provide case management, comprehensive housing needs assessments, and
supportive services. Eligible individuals and their families are advised on the least
restrictive housing alternatives and the application process for subsidized housing is
Planned Activities
facilitated by staff when needed. Staff also provides advocacy services for eligible
participants with governmental agencies, private and public assisted living facilities
and landlords.
Project Name Project Special Children of the Valley (Carousel Ranch)
Target Area Not applicable
Goals Supported Provide Supportive Human Services
Planning and Administration
Needs Addressed
Provide Supportive Human Services
Funding CDBG: $10,710
This program will provide scholarships to children/adults with special needs for
equestrian therapy, a unique service in which disabled children and adults participate
Description
in specially designed horsebackriding therapy lessons to improve attention span,
7
behavior, social skills, balance, and coordination.
Target Date 6/30/2021
Estimate the number
and type of families that
An estimated 12 individuals with disabilities may be assisted.
will benefit from the
proposed activities
This program is administered by Carousel Ranch located in Agua Dulce and is
Location Description
available to disabled individuals citywide.
Provide equestrian therapy services to low- and moderate-income disabled children
Planned Activities
and adults to help improve vertical and horizontal balance, muscle tone and motor
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coordination. This program also yields social and psychological benefits such as
decreased isolation, effective communication and improved self-esteem to those who
would not be able to participate in other circumstances.
Project Name Homeless Outreach and Engagement (Bridge To Home)
Target Area Not applicable
Goals Supported Provide Supportive Human Services
Planning and Administration
Needs Addressed
Provide Supportive Human Services
Funding CDBG: $33,433
This program will pay for a homeless outreach professional to go into the community
Description to connect people experiencing homelessness and assist them in obtaining needed
housing and services.
8
Target Date 6/30/2021
Estimate the number
and type of families that
An estimated 100 individuals experiencing homelessness may be assisted.
will benefit from the
proposed activities
This program is administered by Bridge To Home and is available to homeless
Location Description
persons citywide.
This program pays for a homeless outreach professional to go into the community to
Planned Activities connect people experiencing homelessness and assist them in obtaining needed
housing and services.
Project Name Handyworker Program (Santa Clarita Valley senior Center)
Target Area Not applicable
Goals Supported Provide Decent and Affordable Housing
Improve, Maintain, and Expand Affordable Housing
Needs Addressed
Planning and Administration
Funding CDBG: $400,000
This program will provide grants to lower-income homeowners, up to $5,000 per
Description
household, for minor home repairs.
Target Date 6/30/2021
Estimate the number
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and type of families that
An estimated 64 lower income households may benefit from this program.
will benefit from the
proposed activities
This program is administered by the Santa Clarita Valley Senior Center and is
Location Description
available to lower income households citywide.
Provide home repairs to eligible lower income homeowners. Types of repairs may
include, but are not limited to: roofs, windows, floors, walls, doors, heating and air
conditioning units and electrical systems. Exterior painting, safety issues, disabled
Planned Activities
accessibility and municipal code violations may also be addressed. All qualified
applicants are notified of lead-based paint hazards and remediation is provided when
necessary.
Project Name Homeless Intake and Assessment (Bridge To Home)
Target Area Not applicable
Goals Supported Provide Supportive Human Services
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Planning and Administration
Needs Addressed
Provide Supportive Human Services
Funding CDBG: $38,893
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This program pays for staff to conduct intake and assessment for those individuals
experiencing homelessness. Those assessed will be connected with the Bridge To
Description
Home shelter services and services from other providers.
Target Date 6/30/2021
Estimate the number
and type of families that
An estimated 400 homeless individuals may be assisted.
will benefit from the
proposed activities
This program is administered by Bridge To Home and is available to homeless
Location Description
persons citywide.
This program pays for staff to conduct outreach and assessment for those individuals
Planned Activities experiencing homelessness. Those assessed will be connected with the Bridge To
Home shelter services and services from other providers.
Project Name Domestic Violence Case Management (Child and Family Center)
Target Area Not applicable
Goals Supported Provide Supportive Human Services
Planning and Administration
Needs Addressed
Provide Supportive Human Services
Funding CDBG: $14,000
This program provides early childhood social, emotional, behavioral development
Description
services and mental health counseling for families and their children.
11
Target Date 6/30/2021
Estimate the number
and type of families that
An estimated 150 families may be assisted.
will benefit from the
proposed activities
This program is administered by the Child and Family Center and is available to
Location Description
households citywide.
This program will provide case management for victims of domestic violence and their
Planned Activities
children.
Project Name Inclusionary Park Project West Side
Target Area Not applicable
Goals Supported Improve and Expand Facilities and Infrastructure
Planning and Administration
Needs Addressed
Improve and Expand Facilities and Infrastructure
Funding CDBG: $1,073,789
This project will create a new inclusionary play area in an existing park on the west
Description side of Santa Clarita (exact location TBD). Also included will be associated disabled
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access improvements to existing bathrooms.
Target Date 6/30/2021
Estimate the number
and type of families that An estimated 20,164 disabled persons City-wide will benefit from this improvement
will benefit from the project.
proposed activities
Location Description This project will be undertaken on the west side of the City.
A list of potential locations will be compiled and evaluated. When a final location is
Planned Activities
chosen, the City will release a Request for Bids.
13 Project Name Shelter Project
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Target Area Not applicable
Goals Supported Improve and Expand Facilities and Infrastructure
Planning and Administration
Needs Addressed
Improve and Expand Facilities and Infrastructure
Funding CDBG: $666,849
Description This project is to assist in the construction of a year-round homeless shelter
Target Date 6/30/2021
Estimate the number
and type of families that
An estimated 100 persons City-wide will benefit from this improvement project.
will benefit from the
proposed activities
Location Description This project will be undertaken City-wide
City staff will work with local homeless services providers to determine how best to
Planned Activities
invest these funds for the maximum benefit to the homeless population.
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Project Name Ready to Work!
Target Area Not applicable
Goals Supported Provide Supportive Human Services
Planning and Administration
Needs Addressed
Provide Supportive Human Services
Funding CDBG: $6,000
This program will provide scholarships to Severely Disable Adults to participate in a
Description
job readiness program.
Target Date 6/30/2021
Estimate the number
and type of families that
An estimated 6 Severely Disabled Adults may be assisted.
will benefit from the
proposed activities
This program is administered by Carousel Ranch located in Agua Dulce and is
Location Description
available to Severely Disabled Adults citywide.
Provide job readiness skills, job search assistance, and on-going support to ensure
Planned Activities
the participants are successful.
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AP-50 Geographic Distribution 91.220(f)
Description of the geographic areas of the entitlement (including areas of low-income and minority
concentration) where assistance will be directed
The city has not established targeted neighborhoods for investment of CDBG funds. The geographic distribution of
2020-21 are as follows:
The Handywoker Program funded with CDBG funds is available to low- and moderate-income persons on a
citywide basis.
Supportive services are available citywide to low- and moderate-income residents, homeless persons, and
persons with special needs.
The Shelter Project will help to create year-round shelter beds that will be available to homeless persons
citywide.
The Inclusionary Park Project will help to construct an inclusionary park on the West side of the City that will
be available to persons with a disability citywide.
Fair housing services are available citywide.
Geographic Distribution
Target Area Percentage of Funds
N/A N/A
Table 9 - Geographic Distribution
Rationale for the priorities for allocating investments geographically
FY 2023 Consolidated Plan form the basis for allocating investments
geographically within the jurisdiction during FY 2020. The established priorities are:
High Priority
Improve, Maintain, and Expand Affordable Housing
Improve and Expand Facilities and Infrastructure
Provide Supportive Human Services
Planning and Administration
Discussion
See discussions above.
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Affordable Housing
AP-55 Affordable Housing 91.220(g)
Introduction
The City plans to utilize CDBG funds to support housing activities through the Handyworker Program which is expected
to provide minor rehabilitation assistance to 64 households. The Property Rehabilitation Program, run through the
Santa Clarita Valley Senior Center is expected to assist three households with minor property repairs.
One Year Goals for the Number of Households to be Supported
Homeless 0
Non-Homeless 67
Special-Needs 0
Total 67
Table 10 - One Year Goals for Affordable Housing by Support Requirement
One Year Goals for the Number of Households Supported Through
Rental Assistance 0
The Production of New Units 0
Rehab of Existing Units 67
Acquisition of Existing Units 0
Total 67
Table 11 - One Year Goals for Affordable Housing by Support Type
Discussion
See discussions above.
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AP-60 Public Housing 91.220(h)
Introduction
The only public housing complex in Santa Clarita is Orchard Arms, which is owned and operated by the Los Angeles
County Development Authority.
Actions planned during the next year to address the needs to public housing
Orchard Arms is an 183unit apartment project serving lowincome elderly and disabled residents. Elevators and
covered pathways between buildings were added in the past to improve accessibility. The units are in good condition,
and there are no substandard units or rehabilitation needs at the facility. Apartment units are already modified to serve
disabled and elderly residents.
Actions to encourage public housing residents to become more involved in management and
participate in homeownership
The Los Angeles County Development Authority encourages the participation of public housing residents though
Resident Councils. The role of a Resident Council (RC) is to improve the quality of life and residential satisfaction in
self-help initiatives to enable residents to create a positive living environment for individuals and families living in public
housing. Orchard Arms has an active Resident Council.
If the PHA is designated as troubled, describe the manner in which financial assistance will be
provided or other assistance
The Los Angeles County Development Authority has officially achieved "High Performer" status under HUD's Section
8 Management Assessment Program (SEMAP); therefore, is not designated as a "troubled" agency. Units are
inspected, repaired and maintained on a regular basis.
Discussion
See discussions above.
AP-65 Homeless and Other Special Needs Activities 91.220(i)
Introduction
The Los Angeles Homeless Service Authority (LAHSA), a Joint Powers Authority (JPA), is the lead agency in the Los
Angeles Continuum of Care and coordinates funds for programs providing shelter, housing, and services to homeless
persons in Los Angeles County. LAHSA partners with the County of Los Angeles to integrate services and housing
opportunities to ensure a wide distribution of service and housing options throughout the Los Angeles Continuum of
Care. The City of Santa Clarita is located in the Service Planning Area 2 (SPA2) and will continue to collaborate with
LAHSA and other local agencies in providing services for homeless persons.
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Describe the jurisdictions one-year goals and actions for reducing and ending homelessness
including: Reaching out to homeless persons (especially unsheltered persons) and assessing their
individual needs
The City uses CDBG funds to support various programs aimed at assisting different segments of the population at risk
of homelessness. For FY 2020, the City has allocated $72,326 to Bridge To Home, an organization that administers
two programs which address homeless needs and/or homelessness prevention within the City:
Homeless Intake & Assessment This program addresses immediate crisis points by providing food, access
to medical or mental health care, shelter, transportation, and eviction prevention funds.
Homeless Outreach and Engagement This program will provide intensive, consistent homeless street
outreach and directly engage and invite people experiencing homelessness into services.
The City has also allocated $30,000 to assist Family Promise of Santa Clarita Valley. Family Promise provides case
management to homeless families by providing temporary housing through faith-based organizations or motel
vouchers. They are then able to provide further assistance with transportation costs and referrals to other resources
to assist the families in need.
Addressing the emergency shelter and transitional housing needs of homeless persons
The year-round homeless shelter operated by Bridge To Home (BTH) is the only homeless shelter in the Santa Clarita
Valley. It is currently housed in modular buildings in an industrial area. The demand for the homeless shelter and its
services is out-growing the current space and a larger location is needed. The City purchased a property using non-
CDBG and transferred ownership of this property to BTH. BTH also secured additional funding from the County for the
construction of a new permanent shelter on this property. As funding permits, the City may provide CDBG funds to
assist in the construction of this shelter.
Helping homeless persons (especially chronically homeless individuals and families, families with
children, veterans and their families, and unaccompanied youth) make the transition to permanent
housing and independent living, including shortening the period of time that individuals and families
experience homelessness, facilitating access for homeless individuals and families to affordable
housing units, and preventing individuals and families who were recently homeless from becoming
homeless again
The City has collaborated with Bridge To Home in the past to provide services for homeless persons in the jurisdiction.
The agency provides homeless case management and lifeskills training that targets the chronically homeless
population. Participants are identified and/or referred for services through the homeless shelter, community partners,
local churches, and schools. Participants complete an intake and assessment process that is used to create
individualized case plans and drive weekly case management. Participants also receive life skills training offered on a
variety of topics and assistance/tools needed to overcome barriers to employment. Housing and employment are
generally the most critical, but health and mental health issues are also addressed. Bridge To Home partners with other
local programs as appropriate and works with emergency housing, transitional housing, and lowincome permanent
housing sources to help provide the most appropriate housing for individual clients.
The City has used CDBG funds to assist Family Promise of Santa Clarita Valley in serving homeless households. Case
management is provided and homeless families are provided temporary housing in the community rooms at faith-based
organizations, or through motel vouchers. Transportation costs and referrals to other resources are provided as well.
Helping low-income individuals and families avoid becoming homeless, especially extremely low-
income individuals and families and those who are: being discharged from publicly funded
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institutions and systems of care (such as health care facilities, mental health facilities, foster care
and other youth facilities, and corrections programs and institutions); or, receiving assistance from
public or private agencies that address housing, health, social services, employment, education, or
youth needs
The following projects and activities address homelessness prevention:
Bridge To Home Program, a local non-profit agency will provide one-time financial assistance to residents
who are at-risk of homelessness due to eviction proceedings. Counseling and referrals are also provided to
help reduce the risk of future evictions and homelessness.
Family Promise of Santa Clarita Valley will provide case management to families at-risk of homelessness by
providing them temporary housing. Referrals to other resources and associated transportation costs are
provided to help keep the families away from the risk of becoming homeless.
The Santa Clarita Valley Senior Center will continue to provide Community Access Services to assist
individuals over 50 years of age with all aspects of housing. Each individual receives a comprehensive
assessment to determine housing needs. They are then provided with a wide array of housing related
services, which help them maintain independent living in the least restrictive manner possible.
Discussion
See discussions above.
AP-75 Barriers to affordable housing 91.220(j)
Introduction:
One of the largest barriers to affordable housing in the City is the lack of affordable units. While all segments of the
low- and moderate-income population need more affordable housing, the greatest need is affordable units for families.
The availability of funding for affordable housing has also been severely affected by the dissolution of Redevelopment
in the State of California. Other housing funds, including four percent and nine percent Low Income Housing Tax
Credits, HOME, CalHOME, and the Multifamily Housing Program are not sufficient to finance an affordable housing
project alone.
Actions it planned to remove or ameliorate the negative effects of public policies that serve as
barriers to affordable housing such as land use controls, tax policies affecting land, zoning
ordinances, building codes, fees and charges, growth limitations, and policies affecting the return on
residential investment
The following actions will work to remove barriers to affordable housing:
Keeping housing affordable by providing owner-occupied minor rehabilitation services is also an effective way
to reduce barriers to affordable housing. The Handyworker Program targets low- and moderate-income
homeowners and provides repairs to condominiums, mobile homes, and single-family homes, thus preserving
the affordable housing stock.
Manufactured homes represent a large percentage of the City's affordable housing stock. The following
Ordinances and Policies will continue to be in effect in FY 2019-2023 to foster and maintain this critical
resource for affordable housing:
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o Manufactured Home Park Rent Adjustment Procedures Ordinance -Adopted in 1991, this City Ordinance
protects manufactured home park residents from unreasonable rent increases and provides an appeal
process.
o Manufactured Home Parks - Change in Use Ordinance - Adopted in 1991, this City ordinance establishes
specific requirements for compensation to mobile home park residents in the event of mobile home park
closures.
The City continues to implement the Housing Element of the General Plan.
In addition, the City updated its Analysis of Impediments to Fair Housing Choice (AI) report concurrent with
the preparation of the Consolidated Plan. This report identifies any potential impediments to fair housing in
Santa Clarita and establish a Fair Housing Action Plan that outlines steps the City will take to overcome these
impediments.
Discussion:
See discussions above.
AP-85 Other Actions 91.220(k)
Introduction:
Priority needs established in the FY 2019 FY 2023 Five-Year Consolidated Plan, which forms the basis for
establishing objectives and outcomes in the FY 2020 One-Year Action Plan, are as follows:
High Priority
Improve, Maintain, and Expand Affordable Housing
Improve and Expand Facilities and Infrastructure
Provide Supportive Human Services
Planning and Administration
Actions planned to address obstacles to meeting underserved needs
One of the greatest challenges in meeting the underserved needs of low- and moderate-income persons is having
limited financial resources. The City will continue to use CDBG funding to support public service agencies that address
the special needs of the underserved, including the homeless, those at risk of homelessness, youth, seniors, female
headed households, and the disabled. The City also proactively seeks additional resources to better meet the
underserved needs.
Actions planned to foster and maintain affordable housing
Increasing, improving, and maintaining affordable housing is identified as a High Priority. The City will contribute to the
preservation of the existing affordable housing stock through rehabilitation programs. In FY 2020, a total of $405,000
in CDBG funds will be used to fund the Handyworker and Property Rehabilitation Programs to assist low income
homeowners, including seniors and disabled homeowners, to address accessibility issues and to correct code
violations and unsafe conditions. These activities are expected to provide rehabilitation assistance to 67 households.
The City will also continue to encourage developers, nonprofit organizations, and other interested parties to develop
new affordable units and will support applications for development funds through the California Tax Credit Allocation
Committee (CTCAC) and the State of California.
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Actions planned to reduce lead-based paint hazards
The City has a need for leadhazard free housing and continues to work to reduce leadbased paint (LBP) hazards to
comply with 24 CFR Part 35. While the number of units considered to contain leadbased paint is relatively low, the
City will address the problem of LBP hazard by continuing to implement a program for evaluating and reducing lead
hazards during repair and renovation of older housing stock funded by CDBG. Having the information available to warn
people about the need to maintain buildings, which may contain LBP, as well as other programs to encourage home
maintenance, helps to aid in mitigating LBP hazards in the City of Santa Clarita.
Additionally, the City provides housing rehabilitation through the CDBGfunded Handyworker Program. This program
aids in correcting substandard conditions, which contribute to LBP hazards.
All applicants eligible for services through the Handyworker Program sign a LeadBased Paint Release form certifying
that they received the most updated version of the Environmental Protection Agency's (EPA) The Truth About Lead
Paint Poisoning. When a property built before 1978 is approved for grant funded repairs that may disturb leadbased
paint above the de-minimus level, an inspection test is ordered. When containment and/or abatement are necessary,
the Handyworker Program is required to use a contractor certified in leadsafe work practices by the state of California.
The City will also encourage landowners to correct substandard conditions to minimize LBP hazards, especially
owners of units where children live. Due to the mean age of the City's housing, homes containing leadbased paint are
not believed to be a significant problem. However, the City will continue to evaluate and reduce leadbased paint
hazards through the following actions and activities:
Coordinating with a certified consultant when leadbased paint testing and clearance services are needed for
grantfunded repairs.
Providing information to landlords, renters, and various property management agencies regarding the dangers
of leadbased paint and appropriate mitigation strategies, as part of the City's fair housing contract.
Providing written information through oneonone contact with contractors, building inspectors, code
enforcement officers, and the general public at the City's Permit Center. The written publications available
are: Contractors, Painters, Landlords!: The "New" Renovation, Repair and Painting Rule Applies to You!,
effective April 2010 EPA Important Information about the new Environmental Protection Agency
Rules Fines and Penalties (for contractors and Renovators).
Actions planned to reduce the number of poverty-level families
While the City has no control over the majority of the factors affecting poverty, it may be able to assist those living
below the poverty line. The City supports other governmental, private, and nonprofit agencies involved in providing
services to low and moderateincome residents and coordinates efforts with these groups where possible to allow for
more efficient delivery of services.
During FY 2020-2021, the City will continue to implement its strategy to help impoverished families achieve economic
independence and self-sufficiency. City residents may utilize existing County job training and social service programs
to increase employment marketability, household income and housing options. The City will allocate fifteen percent of
CDBG funds to public service agencies that offer supportive services in the fight against poverty. Other special
community benefit needs are also addressed through the Community Services Grant Program by providing funding to
various local agencies using General Funds.
Improved employment opportunities are important in reducing the number of people living in poverty. To help improve
resident's employability through training, therefore increasing the number of higher paying local jobs, referrals are made
(formerly known as the Santa Clarita Worksource Center) operated by
Goodwill of Southern California
classes, phones, fax, computers with internet access, job leads, newspapers, and a resource library for job seekers
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aged 18 and above. Employers use AJCC to recruit and advertise job openings as well as for job fairs, bringing together
top local companies and job seekers.
ts to aid in the economic growth of the City
by fostering and encouraging responsible economic development opportunities that result in: 1) a jobs/housing balance
established through quality employment opportunities for residents; 2) an economic base through increased sales tax
generation; and 3) economic wealth by attracting external monies to the local economy. Specifically, four targeted
industries have been identified where there is a foundation of businesses in Santa Clarita currently and opportunities
for growth. These industries include Biomedical and Medical Devices, Aerospace and Defense, Digital and
Entertainment, and Information Technology. These business clusters offer a variety of highpaying, highskilled jobs,
which can be accessed either through traditional educational routes or through onthejob training and apprenticeship
programs.
Actions planned to develop institutional structure
The City of Santa Clarita works with a wide range of public and community social service agencies to meet and address
the various needs of the community. In FY 2020, City staff will continue to collaborate internally, as well as with local
non-profit advocacy groups and other County, State, and Federal organizations.
Specifically, the City will use CDBG funds to provide grants to agencies which serve low- and moderate-income
residents with various different needs in the community. The following non-profit organizations will receive CDBG
funding in FY 2020:
Bridge To Home will provide homeless outreach, conduct homeless intakes and assessment and serve as
Carousel Ranch will assist disabled children and adults with equestrian therapy and provide a job-skills
program to severely disabled adults.
Santa Clarita Valley Senior Center will serve lower income homeowners with necessary minor home repairs
through the Handyworker and Property Rehabilitation Programs. Residents over 50 years of age will also be
assisted with comprehensive care management services.
Family Promise will provide case management to homeless families with children. As needed, they will provide
temporary shelter and assistance with transportation costs.
Single Mothers Outreach will provide mental health counseling to single mothers.
Fostering Youth Independence will provide case management services to current and former foster youth.
The Child & Family Center will provide case management for victims of domestic violence and their children.
North Los Angeles County Volunteer Center
The City also utilizes the services of North Los Angeles County Volunteer Center, a local non-profit agency. The North
Program.
Actions planned to enhance coordination between public and private housing and social service
agencies
The City of Santa Clarita's Department of Community Development manages all housingrelated projects, programs,
and functions. Community Development includes an administration component and is comprised of the Planning,
Community Preservation, and Economic Development Divisions. The CDBG Program is managed through the
Community Development Department which allows for better communication and a more coordinated effort to address
the issues affecting the low- and moderate-income residents of the City. It also supports the development of a clear
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and comprehensive affordable housing strategy that is consistently reflected in all affordable housingrelated
documents, and a coordinated economic development strategy.
Actions that the City will undertake during the next year to enhance coordination between public and private housing,
health, and social service agencies include:
Working with the Los Angeles Homeless Service Agency (LAHSA) to provide homeless shelter and services.
Collaborating with Bridge To Home to locate and help secure funding to build a permanent shelter.
Coordination with the Los Angeles County Development Authority to provide information about Section 8
Housing Choice Vouchers. Coordinating with the County of Los Angeles Health Department, Childhood Lead
Poisoning Prevention Program (CLPPP) to provide information about leadbased paint hazards.
Funding a contract for fair housing services to provide fair housing and landlord/tenant complaint intake and
mediation services to the residents of the City of Santa Clarita.
Following the City's adopted General Plan developed in collaboration with Los Angeles County. The General
Plan includes results of the One Valley One Vision process, a joint effort of residents and businesses to create
a single vision and guidelines for the future growth of the Valley and the preservation of natural resources.
Discussion:
See discussions above.
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Program Specific Requirements
AP-90 Program Specific Requirements 91.220(l)(1,2,4)
Introduction:
The following describes other program-specific requirements.
Community Development Block Grant Program (CDBG)
Reference 24 CFR 91.220(l)(1)
Projects planned with all CDBG funds expected to be available during the year are identified in the Projects Table.
The following identifies program income that is available for use that is included in projects to be carried out.
1. The total amount of program income that will have been received before 0
the start of the next program year and that has not yet been reprogrammed
2. The amount of proceeds from section 108 loan guarantees that will be 0
used during the year to address the priority needs and specific objectives
identified in the grantee's strategic plan
3. The amount of surplus funds from urban renewal settlements 0
4. The amount of any grant funds returned to the line of credit for which the 0
planned use has not been included in a prior statement or plan.
5. The amount of income from float-funded activities 0
Total Program Income 0
Other CDBG Requirements
1. The amount of urgent need activities 0
The City does not anticipate generating any program income during the FY 2020 planning period.
2020 CDBG allocation, twenty percent (20%) is being allocated for eligible planning and administration
activities, which will also include a fair housing services contract. These activities are not subject to the low- and
moderate-income benefit requirements. Of the remaining 80 percent (80%) of the CDBG allocation, one hundred
percent (100%) will be used to benefit low- and moderate-income persons.
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Appendix A: Public Participation
Public Comments:
To be provided after the public review period and comments are received.
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Public Notices:
To be provided after public review period as they become available.
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Meeting Sign-In Sheets:
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Appendix B: SF 424 and Certifications
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Appendix C: Proposed Substantial Amendment
COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT BLOCK GRANT (CDBG) PROGRAM
PROPOSED SUBSTANTIAL AMENDMENT
to the
2019-2020 ANNUAL ACTION PLAN
The City of Santa Clarita (City) proposes to make the following amendments to its 2019-2020
Annual Action Plan (AAP) for the Community Development Block Grant Program:
Use $778,225 in prior year savings and program income to fund the construction of the
Inclusionary Park Project West Side, which would include creation of a new
inclusionary play area in an existing park on the west side of Santa Clarita
(exact location TBD) as well as associated disabled access improvements to
existing bathrooms.
Use $416,849 in prior year savings to fund construction to increase the number of year-
round homeless shelter beds.
FUNDING AND ELIGIBILITY
On March 1, 2020 the City identified a total of $1,195,073.70 in prior year funding, as shown
below, which could be reallocated to the projects shown above.
FUNDING SOURCE AMOUNT
2015-2016 Program Income (loan repayment) $57,981.27
2016-2017 Uncommitted Funds $1,590.06
2017-2018 Uncommitted Funds $48,275.29
2018-2019 Uncommitted Funds $353,437.08
2018-2019 Park Project Savings 316,941.00
2019-2020 Infrastructure Project Savings $416,849.00
TOTAL $1,195,073.70
These projects meets the 2019-2023 Consolidated Plan Priority of Improve and Expand Facilities
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conducted as part of the development of the 2019-2020 Annual Action Plan. The activity is
eligible based on the National Objective of Low-Mod Income.
PUBLIC PARTICIPATION
above proposed amendment is available for review and comment through the following methods:
Legal advertisement in the local newspaper, The Signal, on Friday, March 6, 2020.
The proposed amendment was available for review and comment for thirty (30) days beginning
March 20, 2020 at the following locations:
City of
Clarita, CA 91355
Online at www.santa-clarita.com/housing
A Public Hearing will be held on Tuesday, April 28, 2020, at or after 6:00 p.m., in the Council
Chambers at Santa Clarita City Hall, 23920 Valencia Boulevard, Santa Clarita, California, 91355
For questions, please contact Erin Lay, Housing Program Administrator, at (661) 286-4174, or by
email at elay@santa-clarita.com. Para los que hablan español, si usted tiene preguntas o desea
más información sobre este producto, por favor póngase en contacto con Vanessa Diaz, Clerk, al
661.255.4353 o por correo electrónico a vdiaz@santa-clarita.com.
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