HomeMy WebLinkAbout2009-05-12 - AGENDA REPORTS - CDBG SUBMISSION DRAFT FUNDS (2)Agenda Item:
CITY OF SANTA CLARITA
AGENDA REPORT
CONSENT CALENDAR City Manager Approval:
Item to be presented by:
LTJ
Erin Moore -Lay
DATE: May 12, 2009
SUBJECT: SUBMISSION OF THE DRAFT 2009-2013 CONSOLIDATED
PLAN (CON PLAN) FOR THE CITY'S USE OF COMMUNITY
DEVELOPMENT BLOCK GRANT (CDBG) ENTITLEMENT
FUNDS
DEPARTMENT: Community Development
RECOMMENDED ACTION
City Council approve the Draft 2009-2013 Consolidated Plan for the City's use of Community
Development Block Grant (CDBG) entitlement funds.
BACKGROUND
Each year the City receives Community Development Block Grant (CDBG) entitlement funds
from the Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD). Activities funded through
CDBG must benefit the low- and moderate -income community through the creation of a Suitable
Living Environment, Decent Housing, or Expanded Economic Opportunities.
To guide the use of CDBG entitlement funds, HUD requires the City to create a Consolidated
Plan (Con Plan). This strategic planning document evaluates and prioritizes the needs of the
low- and moderate -income community. The City's current five-year Con Plan is due to expire on
June 30, 2009. The new 5 -year Consolidated Plan will cover program years 2009-2013.
The development of the draft 2009-2013 Consolidated Plan took place over a seven month
period and included significant demographic analysis as well as input from residents, community
agencies, and other stakeholders. Using this input, high, medium, and low Con Plan priorities
were established. There are a wide range of activities and programs that may be funded. The
proposed priorities in the Draft 2009-2013 Consolidated Plan are listed below with some
examples of the types of activities that may be funded.
■ Affordable Housing (High) — This priority is intended to increase, improve, and maintain
affordable housing for low- and moderate -income residents and may include
Rehabilitation Programs, Community Preservation, and Fair Housing Counseling and
Advocacy.
■ Infrastructure (High) — This priority expands infrastructure that benefits low- and
moderate -income neighborhoods and residents and may include community centers, park
improvements, or curbs, gutters and sidewalks.
■ Supportive Human Services (Medium) — This priority improves services for low- and
moderate -income persons and may include programs concentrating on health, housing,
senior, disabled, youth, transportation, victims of domestic violence, tenant /landlord
issues, homeless services, and crime awareness.
■ Expanded Economic Opportunities (Medium) — This priority may include programs
and/or services that support the economic development of the City in order to provide
employment opportunities for low- and moderate -income residents.
Specific funding amounts and service goals for each year will be submitted to HUD in an Annual
Action Plan. The 2009-2010 Annual Action Plan will be brought to the City Council at a future
meeting.
ALTERNATIVE ACTIONS
Other actions as directed by the City Council.
FISCAL IMPACT
There is no fiscal impact to the general fund.
ATTACHMENTS
Draft 2009-2013 Consolidated Plan available in the City Clerk's Reading File
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City of
Santa Clarita
Consolidated Plan
Fiscal Year 2009-2013
Prepared By:
B -Adair Consulting and Administrative Services
and
City of Santa Clarita
Community Development Department
23920 Valencia Blvd. Suite 300
Santa Clarita, CA 91355
Draft
April 2009
Table of Contents
Section Page
Executive Summary...........................................................................................1
Introduction (Managing the Process)......................................................4
A.
Institutional Structure and Lead Agency..............................................4
1.
B.
Collaboration and Partnership............................................................5
2.
C.
Leadership......................................................................................5
3.
D.
Citizen Participation..........................................................................5
a. Households by Income .....................................................
1. Applications for Funding...........................................................5
b. Household Income by Race and Ethnicity ...........................
2. Public Hearings and Meetings....................................................6
4.
Concentration of Low- and Moderate -Income Households...........
3. Access to Meetings and Information...........................................6
5.
Racial and Ethnic Composition .................................................
4. Technical Assistance................................................................7
6.
E.
Public Comments.............................................................................7
7.
F.
Needs Assessment Survey.................................................................7
8.
II. Housing and Community Development Needs.......................................10
A. Demographics.................................................................................10
1.
Population Growth.................................................................
10
2.
Age of Residents...................................................................
11
3.
Income................................................................................
11
a. Households by Income .....................................................
12
b. Household Income by Race and Ethnicity ...........................
12
4.
Concentration of Low- and Moderate -Income Households...........
13
5.
Racial and Ethnic Composition .................................................
16
6.
Racial and Ethnic Concentrations .............................................
16
7.
Household Language and Linguistic Isolation ............................
18
8.
Employment Characteristics....................................................
18
9.
Major Employers...................................................................
19
B. Persons
with Special Needs.............................................................20
1.
Elderly and Frail Elderly..........................................................
20
2.
Persons with Disabilities.........................................................22
3.
Physically Disabled................................................................
23
4.
Mentally Disabled..................................................................
24
5.
Severely Mentally III (SMI) ....................................................
25
6.
Developmentally Disabled.......................................................26
7.
Needs of Elderly and Persons with Disabilities Who
Do Not Require Supportive Services.........................................27
8.
Large Households/Families.....................................................28
9.
Single Parents and Female -Headed Households .........................
28
10.
Victims of Domestic Violence ..................................................
29
11.
Substance Abuse...................................................................29
12.
Foster Children......................................................................
31
13.
Persons with HIV Infection and AIDS .......................................
32
C. Community Care Facilities for Special Needs .......................................
33
III. Homeless Needs...................................................................................36
A. Nature and Extent of Homelessness................................................... 36
1. Sub-Populations.......................................................................37
2. Needs of Persons Threatened with Homelessness ......................... 38
B. Continuum of Care.......................................................................... 39
1. Inventory of Services and Facilities ............................................ 39
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2. Homeless Prevention Programs and Services...............................43
3. Unmet Needs..........................................................................43
IV. Housing Conditions..............................................................................44
A. Housing Stock Characteristics..........................................................44
1. Housing Growth.....................................................................44
2. Housing Type.........................................................................44
3. Housing Condition...................................................................45
a. Age of Housing...............................................................45
b. Substandard Housing.......................................................46
4. Housing Occupancy and Tenure................................................46
5. Housing Costs........................................................................47
a. Ownership Housing..........................................................47
b. Rental Housing...............................................................49
c. Housing Affordability....................................................... 50
6. Projected Housing Needs......................................................... 51
7. Housing Needs and Problems of Low- and Moderate -Income
Persons................................................................................. 52
8. Overcrowding......................................................................... 52
9. Overpayment......................................................................... 53
10. Foreclosures..........................................................................53
V. Public and Assisted Housing Needs.......................................................58
A. Public Housing................................................................................ 58
1. Resident Initiatives................................................................. 58
2. Public Housing Improvements.................................................. 58
B. Section 8 Rental Assistance.............................................................. 58
1. Patterns of Occupancy.............................................................. 59
2. Section 8 Admission Policy........................................................60
C. Assisted Housing Units "At-Risk".......................................................60
VI. Barriers to Affordable Housing,, ............. ............ mmumnavinavinam,,61
A. Market Barriers..............................................................................61
1. Land Costs.............................................................................61
2. Construction Costs..................................................................61
3. Lack of Adequate Infrastructure................................................ 62
4. Mortgage Financing.................................................................62
B. Government Barriers......................................................................63
1. Land Use Controls...................................................................63
2. Community Care Facilities........................................................65
3. Parking Regulations................................................................65
4. Codes and Enforcement...........................................................65
5. Uniform Building Code.............................................................66
6. Americans with Disabilities Act.................................................66
7. Planning and Development Fees...............................................66
8. Permit and Processing Procedures.............................................66
9. Davis -Bacon Prevailing Wages..................................................67
10. Public Opposition to Affordable Housing.....................................67
11. Reduction of Barriers to Affordable Housing...............................67
VII. Lead-based Paint Hazards and Reduction Strategy, .............. ammmamemamemamm,68
A. Childhood Lead Poisoning...............................................................68
B. Lead Hazard Information...............................................................69
C. Detection...................................................................................70
D. Risk Factors................................................................................70
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E. Number of Housing Units with LBP .................................................. 70
F. Lead Safe LA 2010...................................................................... 71
G. Strategy.....................................................................................71
VIII. Fair Housing.......................................................................................73
A. Impediments.................................................................................. 73
B. Recommendations for Addressing Impediments .................................. 74
IX. Community Development Needs,..., .................................................. mM78
A. Infrastructure Improvements...........................................................78
B. Public Facilities Improvements.........................................................78
C. Public/Community Services.............................................................78
D. Accessibility Needs.........................................................................79
E. Economic Development...................................................................79
F. Strategic Planning Areas.................................................................79
X. Housing and Community Development Strategy................................81
A.
Resources Available.........................................................................81
2
B.
Housing and Community Development Priorities..................................81
3
Age Characteristics....................................................................................
1. Housing Needs (Provision of Affordable Housing) .........................84
4
Median Income.........................................................................................
2. Homeless Needs......................................................................
87
Median Household Income by Race and Ethnicity (2000) ................................
3. Public Facility and Infrastructure Improvement Needs ..................90
6
Households by Income Level.......................................................................
4. Public Service Needs................................................................91
7
Low- to Moderate -Income Census Tracts ......................................................
5. Economic Development Needs...................................................92
8
Racial and Ethnic Composition.....................................................................
6. Administration Needs...............................................................93
9
C.
Summary of the Five -Year Objectives...............................................93
10
D.
Anti -Poverty Strategy and Coordination............................................95
11
E.
Lead Based Paint Strategy...............................................................95
12
F.
Institutional Structure.....................................................................96
13
G.
Strategy to Overcome Service Delivery Gaps.....................................97
14
H.
Public Housing Resident Initiatives...................................................97
15
I.
Reducing Barriers to Affordable Housing............................................97
16
J.
Monitoring Standards and Procedures................................................99
K.
Specific Annual Objectives...............................................................99
List of Tables
Table
Page
1
Survey Results............................................................................................8
2
Population Growth....................................................................................
10
3
Age Characteristics....................................................................................
11
4
Median Income.........................................................................................
12
5
Median Household Income by Race and Ethnicity (2000) ................................
12
6
Households by Income Level.......................................................................
13
7
Low- to Moderate -Income Census Tracts ......................................................
14
8
Racial and Ethnic Composition.....................................................................
16
9
Employment by Industry............................................................................
19
10
Major Employers.......................................................................................
19
11
Licensed Residential Care Facilities and Housing for the Elderly .......................
21
12
Disabilities Tallied......................................................................................22
13
Licensed Drug and Alcohol Residential Facilities .............................................
31
14
Licensed Community Care Facilities.............................................................
33
15
Shelters for the Homeless...........................................................................
39
16
Housing Units...........................................................................................44
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17 Housing Stock Type...................................................................................44
18 Age of Housing Stock.................................................................................45
19 Median Cost of Resale Housing....................................................................47
20 Santa Clarita Valley Condo Sales Price Range by Area....................................48
21 Santa Clarita Valley Single Family Homes Price Range by Area ........................49
22 Affordable Housing Prices and Rents by Income Groups ................................. 51
23 RHNA New Housing Construction Needs by Income Groups ............................. 52
24 Section 8 Vouchers....................................................................................59
25 Development Code Standards..................................................................... 64
26 Number of Units with Lead -Based Paint........................................................70
List of Figures
Figure Page
Low- and Moderate -Income Designated Areas ............................................. 15
Ethnic Concentrations...............................................................................17
Access to Transit, Employment and Licensed Care Facilities ........................... 35
Affordable Family Housing.........................................................................55
Senior Affordable Housing......................................................................... 56
MobileHome Parks...................................................................................57
Geographic Distribution of Funds for Area -wide Projects................................80
HUD Tables
• Community Development Needs 2B............................................................83
• Priority Needs Summary Table 2A..............................................................84
• Homeless and Special Needs Populations 1A
(Continuum of Care Housing Gaps Analysis)................................................88
• Summary of Specific Homeless/Special Needs Objectives IC .........................89
• Special Needs (Non -Homeless) Populations 1B .............................................91
• Summary of Specific Housing/Community Development Objectives 2C ...........94
• Statement of Specific Annual Objectives 3A ............................................... 100
• Annual Affordable Housing Completion Goals 3B ........................................ 101
Appendices
Appendix A - Citizen Participation Plan
Appendix B - Summary of Public Comments
Appendix C - Community Development Needs Assessment Survey
Appendix D - Proof of Publications and Outreach Efforts
Appendix E - HUD Tables CPMP Version
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EXECUTIVE SUMMARY
According to the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban
Development's (HUD's) Consolidated Plan Final Rule, the
overall goal of community planning and development
programs is to develop viable urban communities by
providing decent housing, a suitable living environment,
and expanding economic opportunities principally for low- and moderate -income persons.
The primary means towards this end is to extend and strengthen partnerships among all
levels of government and the private sector, including for-profit and non-profit
organizations, in the production and operation of affordable housing'.
• Decent housing: includes assisting homeless persons to obtain appropriate
housing and assisting persons at risk of becoming homeless; retention of the
affordable housing stock; and increasing the availability of permanent housing in
standard condition and affordable cost to low-income and moderate -income
families, particularly to members of disadvantaged minorities, without
discrimination on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, familial
status, or disability. Decent housing also includes increasing the supply of
supportive housing, which combines structural features and services needed to
enable persons with special needs, including persons with HIV/AIDS and their
families, to live with dignity and independence; and providing housing affordable to
low-income persons accessible to job opportunities.
• A suitable living environment: includes improving the safety and livability of
neighborhoods; increasing access to quality public and private facilities and
services; reducing the isolation of income groups within a community or
geographical area through the spatial de -concentration of housing opportunities for
persons of lower income and the revitalization of deteriorating or deteriorated
neighborhoods; restoring and preserving properties of special historic, architectural,
or aesthetic value; and conservation of energy resources.
• Expanded economic opportunities: includes job creation and retention;
establishment, stabilization and expansion of small businesses (including micro -
businesses); the provision of public services concerned with employment; the
provision of jobs involved in carrying out activities under programs covered by this
plan to low-income persons living in areas affected by those programs and
activities; availability of mortgage financing for low-income persons at reasonable
rates using nondiscriminatory lending practices; access to capital and credit for
development activities that promote the long-term economic and social viability of
the community; and empowerment and self-sufficiency opportunities for low-
income persons to reduce generational poverty in federally assisted and public
housing.
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The City of Santa Clarita incorporated outcome measures for activities in accordance with
the Federal Register Notice dated March 7, 2006, which require the following Performance
Measure Objectives/Outcomes to be associated with each activity funded:
General Objective Categories General Outcome Categories
Activities will meet one of the following: Activities will meet one of the following:
• Decent Housing (DH) 0 Availability/Accessibility (1)
• A Suitable Living Environment (SL) • Affordability (2)
• Economic Opportunity (EO) • Sustainability (3)
Needs which have been determined to be a High Priority level will receive funding during
the Five -Year Consolidated Plan. Needs with a Medium Priority may be funded based on
the availability of funds. The priorities for the 2009-2013 Consolidated Plan established in
consultation with residents and community groups will be prioritized in the following
order:
High Priority
• Increase, improve and maintain affordable housing for low- and moderate -
income residents.
• Improve and expand infrastructure that benefits low- and moderate -income
neighborhoods and residents.
• Administration of the City's CDBG funded projects and activities
Medium Priority
• Improve supportive human services for low -and moderate -income persons in
the following areas of concentration service: Health, Housing, Senior, Disabled,
Youth, Transportation, Victims of Domestic Violence, Fair Housing Counseling,
Tenant/Landlord Counseling and Crime Awareness.
• Support the economic development of the City in order to provide business and
employment opportunities for low- and moderate -income residents.
These priorities are consistent with the City's Housing Element, Redevelopment
Implementation Plan and One Valley One Vision planning documents. Projects that may
be funded during the five-year period include, but are not limited to and are not listed in a
specific order of priority:
1. Prioritv Need: Affordable Housin
• Fair Housing Counseling and Advocacy (Availability/Accessibility of a Suitable Living
Environment SL -1)
• Rehabilitation Programs (Sustainability of Decent Housing DH -3)
• Community Preservation Programs (Sustainability of a Suitable Living Environment
SL -3)
2, Prioritv Need: Infrastructure
• 108 Debt Service - East Newhall Project (Availability/Accessibility of a Suitable Living
Environment SL -1)
• 108 Debt Service - Lower Scherzinger Lane (Availability/Accessibility of a Suitable
Living Environment SL -1)
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108 Debt Service - Boys and Girls Club (Availability/Accessibility of a Suitable Living
Environment SL -1)
Canyon Country Community Center (Availability/Accessibility of a Suitable Living
Environment SL -1)
ADA Sidewalk Improvements (Curb and Gutter) (Availability/Accessibility of a
Suitable Living Environment SL -1)
3. Prioritv Need: Supportive Human Services
• Health Services(Availability/Accessibility of a Suitable Living Environment SL -1)
• Homeless Services(Availability/Accessibility of a Suitable Living Environment SL -1)
• Handicapped/Disabled Services (Availability/Accessibility of a Suitable Living
Environment SL -1)
• General Public Services (Availability/Accessibility of a Suitable Living Environment
SL -1)
• Senior Services(Availability/Accessibility of a Suitable Living Environment SL -1)
4, Priority Need: Economic Development
General Economic Development Activities (Availability/Accessibility of Economic
Opportunity EO -1)
5, Priority Need: Administration
• General Planning and Administration
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I. Introduction
(Managing the Process)
The Consolidated Plan is a five-year planning document
designed to be a collaborative process for establishing a
community development plan. It outlines a strategy to address needs and identifies
funding sources for implementation. Pursuant to the U.S. Department of Housing and
Urban Development (HUD), the Consolidated Plan is required to:
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• Describe the jurisdiction's housing and community development needs and market
conditions;
• Set forth a strategy that establishes priorities; and
• Establish a short-term investment plan that outlines the intended use of resources.
A primary purpose of the Consolidated Plan is to encourage jurisdictions to develop a plan
for addressing the needs of low- and moderate -income groups, which are the intended
beneficiaries of HUD -funded programs. The three main goals established by HUD, against
which the Consolidated Plan will be evaluated include: 1) providing decent housing; 2)
providing a suitable living environment; and 3) expanding economic opportunities.
This fiscal year 2009-2013 Consolidated Plan for the City of Santa Clarita also serves as
an application to HUD for Community Planning and Development (CPD) formula grants
and satisfies the minimum statutory requirements of the Community Development Block
Grant (CDBG).
The City of Santa Clarita is located 35 miles northwest of Los Angeles and is adjacent to
the San Gabriel and Santa Susana mountain ranges, which separate Santa Clarita from
the San Fernando Valley and the Los Angeles Basin to the South and from the San
Joaquin Valley, Mojave Desert and the Angeles National Forest to the north. Santa Clarita
incorporated as a City in 1987 and is comprised of the following communities: Canyon
Country, Newhall, Saugus, and Valencia.
A. Institutional Structure and Lead Agency
The City of Santa
Clarita
has worked
with a wide
range of public
and
community social
service agencies in
efforts
to meet and
address the
various needs of
the
community.
The lead agency responsible for the preparation of the Consolidated Plan and
implementation of Community Development Block Grant (CDBG) is the City of Santa
Clarita Community Development Department. The City recently restructured its
departments to bring all housing -related projects and programs under the Community
Development Department Redevelopment Division. This restructure allows for better
communication between Departments and Divisions, and a more coordinated effort to
address the housing issues affecting the low- and moderate -income residents of the City.
It also allows for the development of a clear and comprehensive affordable housing
strategy and consistent and complimentary affordable housing related documents.
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B. Collaboration and Partnership
Santa
Clarita has partnered with several
public agencies, for-profit
agencies, and non-
profit
organizations to provide services to
residents, including, but not
limited to:
• The City of Santa Clarita collaborates with the Los Angeles County Housing
Authority, which operates the Section 8 Housing Choice Voucher program that
assists residents earning 50 percent or less of the Area Median Income with direct
housing assistance.
• The City collaborates with the Los Angeles Homeless Services Agency (LAHSA) to
coordinate homeless shelter and services.
• The City collaborates with the Fair Housing Council of San Fernando Valley to
provide fair housing and landlord/tenant complaint intake and mediation services.
The City has further collaborated with the County of Los Angeles on the ONE VALLEY ONE
VISION (OVOV) joint effort of residents and businesses in these areas to create a single
vision and guidelines for the future growth of the Valley and the preservation of natural
resources. Initiated in 2000, the result of the project will be a General Plan document and
Environmental Impact Report (EIR) for the build -out of the entire Santa Clarita Valley. The
Planning Area (PA) includes the City and its four communities: Canyon Country, Newhall,
Saugus, Valencia and the County communities of Stevenson Ranch, Castaic, Val Verde,
Agua Dulce and the future Newhall Ranch.
C. Leadership
The Consolidated Plan is approved by the jurisdiction's Mayor and Council and is thereby
backed and supported by the elected officials. Outreach efforts made to involve elected
officials and the public in the development process of the Consolidated Plan include
hosting three community meetings on December 9, 2008 (one at 10:00am, one at
2:00pm, and one at 7:00pm), which all members were invited. In addition, a public
hearing to approve the Consolidated Plan and Annual Action Plan will be held on May 12,
2009 at 6:00pm in the Council Chambers.
D. Citizen Participation
Citizen participation is one of the most important components of the Consolidated Plan
process. Per the Consolidated Plan submission guidelines, the City is expected to take
appropriate actions to encourage the participation of all its residents. The City's Citizen
Participation Plan, can be found in Appendix A. The City of Santa Clarita utilized the
following strategy to solicit meaningful input in preparing the Consolidated Plan for FY
2009-2013:
1. Applications for Funding
Notice of CDBG funding availability and Consolidated Plan process was public noticed in
the November/December edition of the Old Town Newhall Gazette, in the Signal
Newspaper on November 26, 2008 and again on November 30, 2008. Since the
Community Services Division is responsible for awarding competitive grants to non -
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profit organizations that serve community needs with general fund monies, there was
no formal application process specific to the Consolidated Plan. A meeting to
appropriate CDBG funds was supposed to be held on April 28, 2009, which was public
noticed April 14, 2009; however with delayed fiscal year 2009-2010 allocations from
HUD, this meeting was moved to May 12, 2009 at 6:00pm in the Council Chambers.
The May 12, 2009 meeting was public noticed on April 21, 2009 in the Signal. Copies
of all notices can be found in Appendix D.
2. Public Hearings and Meetings
Three community
meetings were held on
December 9, 2008 (one at 10:00am, one at
2:00pm, and one
at 7:00pm).
A public
hearing to adopt the Consolidated Plan and
Annual Action Plan
will be held
May 12, 2009
at 6:00pm in the Council Chambers.
Public notices regarding the community meetings were published in the
November/December edition of the Old Town Newhall Gazette, in the Signal
Newspaper on November 26, 2008 and again on November 30, 2008. The City
released a public service announcement on December 5, 2008 and the local radio
station played the announcement periodically throughout the week until December 9,
2008. The Daily News also printed a brief article announcing the three community
meetings in the December 7, 2008 edition of the paper. On April 14, 2009 the City
public noticed the public hearing to adopt the Consolidated Plan and Annual Action Plan
in the Signal, which was supposed to be held April 28, 2009; however with delayed
fiscal year 2009-2010 allocations from HUD, this meeting was moved to May 12, 2009
at 6:00pm in the Council Chambers. The May 12, 2009 meeting was public noticed on
April 21, 2009 in the Signal. Proof of publication for all public hearings, meetings, and
general outreach efforts can be found in Appendix D.
3. Access to Meetings and Information
The City of Santa Clarita allowed adequate, timely notification of all public meetings.
The public meetings conducted at various stages of the Consolidated Plan development
were advertised in the newspaper and through other methods of public notice.
Publication of notices in the local newspaper described the purpose, priorities and goals
of the Plan, and the availability of the draft Plan for review.
Copies of the City's Draft 2009-2013 Consolidated Plan and the Draft 2009-2010
Annual Action Plan were available at the City Clerk's Office at City Hall, located at
23920 Valencia Blvd., Suite 304, Santa Clarita, CA 91355, and on-line at www.santa-
clarita.com/housing/CDBG, from March 1, 2009 through March 30, 2009.
City staff ensures adequate notification of public hearings related to significant
amendments and performance reviews of the Consolidated Plan. Advance notice of
public hearings is printed in newspapers of general circulation at least ten days prior to
the meeting date. Translation services are available upon request to assist non-
English speaking residents.
The
final
Consolidated
Plan,
amendments to
the
Plan, and annual performance
reports
will
be
available for
five
years at City
Hall.
Residents affected by the
Plan's
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implementation have access to the City's plans. The City of Santa Clarita is committed
to minimizing displacement and assisting those displaced, if any, as a result of the
Plan's activities. In cases where other options are not available, and the displacement
of low- and moderate -income households is unavoidable, the City will follow the
relocation policies set forth in Uniform Relocation and Property Acquisition Act (Act)
located at 49 CFR, part 24 and the policies set forth in section 104 (d) of the Housing
and Community Development Act of 1974 as applicable. The City currently has a
relocation plan in place, which is available upon request for public review.
4. Technical Assistance
City staff notified public meeting participants and other community members who
represent lower and moderate- income groups that they could receive technical
assistance in order to develop funding requests for CDBG funds to help them
understand the program requirements and determination of eligible/ineligible activities.
E. Public Comments
A 30 -day public review period was held from March 1, 2009 through March 30, 2009. A
public notice was published in the Signal Newspaper on February 13, 2009 notifying the
public of the availability of the draft Consolidated Plan and Action Plan. During the 30 -day
public review, community members had the opportunity to comment on the draft
Consolidated Plan and Annual Action Plan.
Copies of the City's Draft 2009-2013 Consolidated Plan and the Draft 2009-2010 Annual
Action Plan were available at the City Clerk's Office at City Hall, located at 23920 Valencia
Blvd., Suite 3041 Santa Clarita, CA 91355 and on-line at www.santa-
clarita.com/housing/CDBG. Community members were encouraged to submit comments
during the development of the Plan, and will also be encouraged to submit comments on
any subsequent Plan amendments, and on the annual performance reports to the Plan.
Written and verbal comments expressed during the comment period were considered and
are summarized in Appendix B of this Consolidated Plan.
The City made an effort to respond in writing within 15 working days to written comments
received during the comment period. The City will make an effort to respond in the same
amount of time to future comments. Complaints regarding the Consolidated Plan process
must be made within the 30 -day public comment period, and City staff will make an effort
to respond to complaints within 15 working days from the date of the complaint, where
practical. Complaints regarding the Plan amendments and annual progress reports must
include: 1) a description of the objection with supporting facts and data; and 2) name,
address, telephone number, and date of complaint.
F. Needs Assessment Survey
The City of Santa Clarita distributed a Housing and Community Development Needs
Assessment Survey to solicit resident input on community development needs and
potential activities to be undertaken during the Consolidated Plan. Surveys were posted
on the City's website, were available at City Hall, and were distributed at all community
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meetings from July 2008 through January 2009. A copy of the survey can be found in
Appendix C. Approximately 95 surveys were returned (a return rate of less than one
percent of the surveys distributed). The Survey was distributed as follows:
Location
Business Expo
NRC Meeting
Council Meeting
Planning Committee Meeting
Add in Newhall Gazette
Housing Element Workshop
Rehabilitation Loan Applications
All City Staff Departments
Website- Housing Homepage
Sheriff Station
Local Libraries
Chamber of Commerce
Senior Center
Activities Center
Newhall Community Center
Address
College of the Canyons
City Hall -23920 Valencia Blvd.
City Hall -23920 Valencia Blvd.
City Hall -23920 Valencia Blvd.
Distributed to Newhall residents
22421 Market St.
City Hall -23920 Valencia Blvd.
23920 Valencia Blvd., Suite 300
www.santa-clarita.com
23740 Magic Mountain Pkwy
Valencia/Canyon Country/Newhall
28460 Avenue Stanford, Ste 100
22900 Market St.
20880 Center Pointe Parkway
22421 Market St.
Total
# of Con Plan Surveys
500
50
100
100
50,000
50
50
400
n/a
50
150
50
80
50
50
51,680
Respondents were asked to rate the list of needs under each category on the survey as
having a 'High", "Medium", "Low" or "No Such Need" priority level. Each need level was
assigned a weight to determine the average rate of response, as follows: High= 3;
Medium=2; Low=1; and No Such Need=O. The closer the average rate to 3.0, the higher
priority level for that need. As shown in Table 1, none of the needs listed were
determined to be of "High" priority per the residents' responses. The priorities listed
below are in order of highest to lowest.
TABLE 1: Survey Results
Priority Type
Priority Need
Priority Level
Public Facility
Senior Centers
2.6
Public Service
Senior Services
2.6
Economic Development
Job Creation
2.4
Economic Development
Job Retention
2.4
Public Facility
Youth Centers
2.3
Public Facility
Handicapped Centers
2.2
Public Service
Handicapped Services
2.2
Public Service
Crime Awareness
2.2
Public Service
Health Services
2.2
Housing
Energy Efficiency Improvements
2.2
Code Enforcement
Code Enforcement
2.2
Public Service
Transportation Services
2.2
Public Service
Abused and Neglected Children
2.1
Public Facility
Parks, Recreational Facilities
2.1
Public Facility
Fire Stations
2.1
Public Facility
Health Facilities
2.1
Source: City of Santa Clarita Survey Tabulation
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Written comments from the survey pertaining to housing and community development
needs included:
• Use CDBG funds to pay for code enforcement and officer salaries
• LaCocina at McBean/Skycrest (vacant lot) or Makers Mark Restaurant [Use funds
for improvements]
• We are building the city too fast. Traffic is awful now
• Roads, parks, schools [are needed]
• Senior rental assistance [is needed]
• Send illegals back & fix the fence
• Low-income housing [is needed]
• Traffic [is an issue]
• Rent is too high; can't afford high rent mobile parks
• Rent subsidies for low-income people [are needed]
• Graffiti prevention and removal [is needed]
It is important to note that an estimated 30-50 percent of the 95 surveys returned were
received as a result of meetings with the participants at the Santa Clarita Senior Center.
The high percentage of responses from one particular stakeholder group has resulted in a
skewing of the Survey results, which may or may not be representative of the needs of
the community as a whole.
The Community Development Needs Assessment Survey is one of the methods by which
the City determined priority community development needs for the Consolidated Plan.
Other methods included demographic and empirical data analysis, interviews with staff
and service providers, and direct input by residents and stakeholders during public
meetings.
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II. Housing & Community
Development Needs
This section of the Consolidated Plan presents an overall
picture of the housing and community development needs
in the City of Santa Clarita. The needs assessment
provides the foundation for establishing priorities and allocating Federal, State, and local
resources to address identified housing and community needs.
Major data sources include 1990 and 2000 Census, 2000 CHAS data, 2008 Department of
Finance Estimates, 2009 Housing Element, the 2004 Analysis of Impediments to Fair
Housing Choice (AI), information collected through community public meetings, and
interviews with interested parties and City staff. The City of Santa Clarita encompasses
the four communities of Canyon Country, Newhall, Saugus, and Valencia. Some of the
data sources used throughout the document capture each community separately, while
others, such as the 2000 Census, do not. Data that does not collect them separately is
inclusive of them.
A. Demographics
1. Population Growth
According to the 2000 Census, Santa Clarita was the fourth largest city in the County of
Los Angeles with 151,088 residents, behind only the City of Los Angeles, Long Beach and
Glendale. Table 2 displays population growth in Santa Clarita, surrounding jurisdictions,
and Los Angeles County over the past two decades. As illustrated by the table, population
growth in Santa Clarita has exceeded County -wide averages, with only Lancaster and
Palmdale growing faster over the past two decades. The State Department of Finance
estimates the City's 2008 population at 177,045; still the fourth largest in the County.
According to the City's Analysis of Impediments to Fair Housing Choice (AI) adopted in
2004, substantial increases in Santa Clarita's population may be partially attributed to the
demand for new housing in the Southern California region and the Valley's ability to meet
the demand for new housing due to the availability of undeveloped land, as well as to
increases in the geographic area of the City as a result of annexations.
Table
2: Population Growth
City
1990
2000
1990-2000
% Change
2008
2000-2008
% Change
Burbank
93,643
100,316
7.1%
108,029
7.7%
Glendale
180,038
194,973
8.3%
207,157
6.2%
Lancaster
97,291
118,718
22.0%
145,243
22.3%
Palmdale
681842.
116,670
69.5%
147,897
26.8%
Los Angeles County
8,863,164
9,519,338
7.4%
10,363,850
8.9%
Santa Clarita
110,642
151,088
36.6%
177 045
17.2%
Source:
US Census (1990
and 2000)
and 2008 California State Department
of Finance Estimates,
May
1,
2008.
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2. Age of Residents
The changes in the population by age group is an important potential factor in
determining trends in the general population make-up and possible future housing and
service needs. According to the 2000 Census, the median age for the City of Santa Clarita
resident was 33.4. The ages of 25-44 is reflected as the largest age group in the City
(33.6 percent). Table 3 summarizes the age composition of the City.
Table 3: Age Characteristics
Age Group
1990
# Persons
1990
0
/o Population
2000
# Persons
02000
/o Population
Under 5 Years
91905
9.0%
11,829
7.8%
5 to 14 Years
16,674
15.1%
26,982
17.9%
15 to 19 Years
71627
6.9%
11,047
7.3%
20 to 24 Years
81191
7.4%
81219
5.4%
25 to 44 Years
43,097
39.0%
50,818
33.6%
45 to 64 Years
18,232
16.5%
31,468
20.8%
65 and over
61916
6.3%
10,725
7.1%
TOTALI
110,642
1 100.0%
1 151,088
1 1000/0
Source: US Census, 1990 and 2000
The most notable percentage point changes from 1990 to 2000 include: a proportional
decrease of young adults (ages 25-44) by approximately six percentage points, and an
increase in older adults (ages 45-64) by nearly four percentage points. Possible reasons
for the decrease in young adults may include high housing costs and/or a shortage of
first-time homebuyer opportunities. In addition, the City may need specialized senior
citizen housing in the future to house the aging population, as is the case in most of the
Country. Information on the City's efforts related to the senior population can be found in
the Special Needs section of this document.
3. Income
Income levels influence the ability of a household to afford housing, services and other
necessities. Households with lower incomes are limited in their ability to balance housing
costs with other needs and often the ability to find housing of adequate size. For
purposes of the Consolidated Plan, HUD has established the following income categories:
• Extremely Low -Income Households: Households whose gross income is equal
to or less than 30 percent of the area median income.
• Low -Income Households: Households whose gross income is between 31 percent
and 50 percent of the area median income.
• Moderate -Income Households: Households whose gross income is between 51
percent and 80 percent of the area median income.
• Above Moderate -Income Households: Households whose gross income is above
80 percent of the area median income.
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a. Households by Income
An important factor with respect to
housing affordability
is
household income. While
upper income households have more
discretionary income
to
spend on housing, low- and
moderate -income households are more limited in the range
of
housing they can afford.
According to figures published by the 2000 Census, the median income for the City of
Santa Clarita was $66,717 in 1999; significantly higher than the County median of
$42,189 and of surrounding jurisdictions (Table 4).
Table 4: Median Income 2000
Jurisdiction
Median Household Income 1999
Burbank
$47,467
Glendale
$41,805
Lancaster
$41,127
Palmdale
$46,941
LA County
$42,189
Santa Clarita
$66,717
Source: US Census, 2000
b. Households by Income and Race/Ethnicity
The 2000 Census data also provides information on household income by race and
ethnicity. As illustrated in Table 5, Hispanics make the least amount annually followed by
Native Hawaiian or Pacific Islanders, though still considerably more than Hispanics in the
County.
Table 5: Median Household Income by Race and Ethnicity 2000
Race/Ethnicity
Santa Clarita
Median Household
Income
LA County
Median Household
Income
White, not Hispanic
$69,735
$53,978
Black or African American
$69,917
$31,905
American Indian or Alaskan Native
$62,679
$36,201
Asian
$68,375
$47,673
Native Hawaiian or Pacific Islander
$56,750
$42,363
Hispanic or Latino
$55,841
$33,820
Source: US Census, 2000
HUD's Comprehensive Housing Affordability Strategy (CHAS) data indicate that only 19
percent of households in Santa Clarita earn low- and moderate -incomes. In contrast 40
percent of households in Los Angeles County earn low- and moderate incomes. Table 6
illustrates households by income level.
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Table 6: Households by Income Level
Income Level
Santa Clarita
LA Count
Total Households
Percent
Total Households
Percent
Extreme Low 0-30%)
21546
5%
412,789
13%
Low 31-50%
2,497
5%
353,762
11%
Moderate (51-80%)
4,359
9%
487,235
16%
Above Moderate (80%+)
41,028
81%
11879,289
60%
Total
50,430
100%
3,133,075
1000/0
Source: CHAS Databook, 2000
4. Concentrations of Low- to Moderate -Income Households
An area of low- to moderate -income concentration is usually defined as a census tract or
block group in which the number of low-income persons (defined as persons earning 50
percent or less of the County median income) exceeds 51 percent of the total number of
persons. The threshold for an area defined as highly concentrated is 75 percent or more
of the census tract or block group occupied by low-income households. The City of Santa
Clarita is referred to as an "exception City", with its concentrated census tracts and block
groups defined as those containing 29.7 percent or more low- to moderate -income
persons.
Table 7 provides further detail of the census tracts and block groups considered to be low -
to moderate -income areas. As shown, there are approximately 16 census tracts with 27
block groups in Santa Clarita containing concentrations scattered throughout the City.
Two of the City's areas are close to being considered highly concentrated; 9203.35 block
group 4 (74.3 percent) and 9108.07 block group 2 (72.8 percent).
According to the 2000 CHAS data, the City of Santa Clarita has about 19 percent of its
households earning low- to moderate -incomes, which is much less than the County
proportion at 40 percent.
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Table 7: Low- to Moderate -Income Census Tracts
Tract
Block Group
# of Low -Mod Households
Percent Low -Mod
920013
3
217
33.2
920029
3
297
44.7
920031
2
542
51.3
920031
4
438
55.6
920034
2
255
45.9
920035
1
646
31.5
920036
2
403
30.7
920036
3
365
67.3
920037
1 1
444
29.7
920038
1
833
38.2
920038
2
1151
55.5
920112
1
456
36.8
920113
6
230
58.8
920312
1
629
37.5
920312
3
186
40.9
920313
2
313
36.2
920322
3
158
43.1
920334
3
650
33.4
920335
2
859
46.5
920335
3
1351
66.1
920335
4
648
74.3
920335
5
257
63.1
920335
6
846
47.3
920335
7
602
47.4
920335
8
366
32.4
920335
9
11087
53.5
910807
1 2
429
72.8
Total
14r658
Source: US Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD) spreadsheet
The greatest concentrations of low- and moderate -income areas are located in Newhall
and Canyon Country, with smaller low- and moderate -income pockets located in Valencia.
Figure 1 illustrates the location of low- and moderate -income areas in the City.
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S. Racial and Ethnic Composition
The racial and ethnic composition of Santa Clarita changed considerably between 1990
and 2000. As illustrated in Table 8, the dramatic population growth experienced since
1990 has resulted in greater ethnic diversity throughout the City. While White continues
to be the largest, most dominant race in the Santa Clarita Valley, there has been a
decrease in proportion by approximately ten percentage points of this group within the
City of Santa Clarita. Similar to the County as a whole, Santa Clarita has seen an
increase in the Hispanic population, with the proportion increasing by nearly seven
percentage points in 2000.
Table 8: Racial and Ethnic Composition
qj Race
1990
2000
# of
Persons
% Of
Population
# of
Persons
% of
Population
White, Not Hispanic or Latino
89,203
80.6%
104,646
69.3%
Black
1r612
1.5%
2 957
2.0%
Native American
502
0.5%
528
0.3%
Asian
4 266
3.9%
7 758
5.1%
Native Hawaiian/ Pacific Islander
136
0.1%
198
0.1%
Other
152
0.1%
337
0.2%
2 or More Races
n/a
n/a
3 696
2.4%
Hispanic (All Races)
14,771
13.4%
30,968
20.5%
TOTAL
110,642
100.0%
151 088
100.0%
Source: US Census, 1990 and 2000
6. Racial and Ethnic Concentrations
An ethnic concentration occurs when the percentage of a particular ethnic or racial group
of residents in the census tract exceeds the County percentage of the same ethnic group.
A high concentration occurs when the percentage of a particular ethnic group is more than
twice the County -wide average for that same group. Ethnic concentrations typically occur
for either social or economic reasons.
As shown in Figure 2,
three areas of Hispanic
concentration exist:
1) Census Tract
9200.36 Block Group 1;
2) Census Tract 9108.07
Block Group 1; and
3) Census Tract
9203.35 Block Group 6,
which is also considered
a low- to moderate -income
area and
comprises a large portion
of the City's approved redevelopment area. In
these areas, the
percentage of Hispanic residents
is greater than the
County proportion of
44.6 percent.
Asians are
concentrated
in one area: Census
Tract 9200.35 Block
Group 3, which falls
outside of
the low- to
moderate -income area.
In this area, the
percentage of Asian
residents is
greater than
the County proportion
of 12.2 percent.
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7. Household Language and Linguistic Isolation
According to the 2000 Census, nearly 18 percent of the population in Santa Clarita was
foreign born (24,489 people). Of those that were foreign born, the majority speak
Spanish (52 percent) followed by Asian or Pacific Island languages (15 percent). The
majority of foreign born residents that speak languages other than English reported that
they spoke English "very well" or "well"; however, for those that speak Spanish, 31
percent reported that they speak English "not well" and another 16 percent reported that
they speak English "not at all". This may be an indication that outreach and/or translation
services may need to be available and or targeted to the City's Spanish speaking
residents.
According the US Census Bureau, a linguistically isolated household is one in which all
adults (high school age and older) have some limitation in communicating in English. A
household is classified as "linguistically isolated" if no household members age 14 years or
over speak only English, and no household members age 14 years or over who speak a
language other than English speaks English "very well". Approximately 7,824 people are
in households reported by the 2000 Census as linguistically isolated.
Language barriers of linguistically isolated households may prevent residents from
accessing services, information, housing, and may also affect educational attainment and
employment. Executive Order 13166 ("Improving Access to Services by Persons with
Limited English Proficiency") was issued, in August 2000, which requires federal agencies
to assess and address the needs of otherwise eligible persons seeking access to federally
conducted programs and activities who, due to Limited English Proficiency (LEP), cannot
fully and equally participate in or benefit from those programs and activities. This
requirement passes down to grantees of federal funds as well; therefore, the City of Santa
Clarita is responsible for ensuring compliance with this regulation for both themselves and
their sub -recipients. Currently, public notices, flyers, posters, surveys and program
applications are all available in English. The City is currently working on translating all
documents into Spanish to ensure equal access to LEP persons for the planning and
program implementation of the City's CDBG programs. In addition, translators are
available upon request at all public meetings and for questions pertaining to draft and
final documents such as the Consolidated Plan, Annual Action Plan, CAPER, Analysis of
Impediments to Fair Housing Choice and other documents.
8. Employment Characteristics
Table 9 shows employment characteristics in Santa Clarita by industry. As shown, the
"agriculture, forestry, and fisheries" industry has experienced the largest decrease at 58.6
percent, while slight decreases have occurred in "manufacturing", "wholesale trade" and
"retail trade". This trend is consistent throughout Los Angeles. Industries with the largest
increase include "Other professional and related services" and 'entertainment and
recreation services". Industry data is consistent with 2000 Census educational attainment
data, which indicated that the majority of residents over age 25 were educated, with
approximately 39 percent having a degree and an additional 29 percent with some type of
college experience, but no degree.
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Table 9: Employment by Industr
Company Name
Santa Clarita
1990
2000
Percent Change
Agriculture, forestry, and fisheries
693
287
-58.6%
Construction
4116
4,612
12.1%
Manufacturing
11,681
9,653
-17.4%
Wholesale trade
2,19, 2 3
2,537
-13.2%
Retail trade
91335
81232
-11.8%
Transportation
1739
3,239
86.3%
Information
21784
5,159
85.3%
Finance, insurance, and real estate
5 756
5,990
4.1%
Other professional and related services
31626
8,573
136.4%
Educational services
4 055
71442
83.5%
Health Care and Social Services
41367
6,218
42.4%
Entertainment and recreation services
3 1 010
6,037
100.6%
Public administration
21478
3,746
51.2%
Source: US Census 1990 and 2000
9. Major Employers
According to City records, the largest employer in the Santa Clarita Valley is Six Flags
Magic Mountain, with 2,165 employees. Education is the largest sector of the major
employers with three school districts and two colleges employing a combined 7,081
people.
Comparing the data to that reported in the last Consolidated Plan shows stability in the
economic base as these are nearly all of the same major employers; however, there were
various changes in the numbers of employed. The most notable change would be the
decrease of 2,335 employees at Magic Mountain, while Princess Cruises increased by 925
employees and College of the Canyons increased by 890 employees.
Table 10: Major Employers
Company Name
# Empl2
oyed ed
208
#Employed
Difference
Six Flags Magic Mountain
41500
21165
-21335*
Saugus Union School District
1 823
1 942
119
William S. Hart Union School District
21460
2,317
-143
Princess Cruises
1 175
2 f 100
925
U.S. Postal Services
21000
11697
-303
College of the Canyons
685
1,575
890
Henry Mayo Newhall Memorial Hospital
860
1J33
273
Newhall School District
750
846
96
HR Textron
805
845
40
City of Santa Clarita
324
753
429
Source: City of Santa Clarita Consolidated Plan (citing 2002) and California Economic Forecast
October 2007, telephone survey.* This number may be skewed based on the seasonal nature of
the business and the date of the data collection.
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B. Persons with Special Needs
Some population groups are identified as having a need for special housing assistance or
alternative types of housing. These groups include: the elderly/frail elderly; persons with
disabilities (including those with HIV/AIDS); large families; single parents/female-headed
households; victims of domestic violence; persons with substance abuse problems; and
young people aging out of the foster care system. These special need populations have
difficulty finding appropriate housing to meet their needs due to economic, social, mental,
or physical conditions. In addition to housing, these populations typically need various
types of supportive services.
1. Elderly and Frail Elderly
Elderly is defined as 62 years or older, while frail elderly is an elderly person who is 62
years or older and unable to perform at least three activities of daily living. Examples of
daily living activities include, but are not limited to eating, bathing, grooming, and
household management activitiesz. According to the 2000 Census, there are
approximately 12,989 Santa Clarita residents over age 62 (seven percent of the total
population). Of this population, there are 4,968 seniors over age 75 (66 percent of which
are female), whom are referred to as extra elderly by the CHAS data.
According to the 2000 CHAS data, there are 7,611 elderly households in Santa Clarita,
with most seniors owning their home (72 percent). Of the City's 5,504 elderly owner
households, 32.7 percent reported some type of housing problem. In contrast, there are
only 2,096 elderly renter households reported in Santa Clarita, of which 61.3 percent
reported some type of housing problem, indicating that elderly renters experience a
higher percentage of housing problems than elderly owners.
Housing problems are worse for extra elderly and elderly renter households with a
mobility and/or self care limitation with 72.3 percent and 64.6 percent respectively
reporting some type of housing problem.
The elderly and frail elderly have a number of special needs including housing,
transportation, health care, and other supportive services. Housing is a particular concern
due to the fact that many elderly people have fixed incomes that make it hard to balance
housing costs with other costs such as medication and general living expenses. Many
seniors also need housing that is modified with items such as grab bars and showers with
seats.
Santa Clarita has one Senior Center, located at 22900 Market Street, which is run by the
Santa Clarita Valley Committee on Aging. The Center offers a variety of services for
seniors including: nutritional services (home -delivered and congregate meals), supportive
services, paratransit services, classes/activities, Handyworker services, naturalization
services, senior employment, trips/tours, volunteer activities, affordable housing,
advocacy, referrals, and a book lending/video library. The County of Los Angeles
Department of Senior and Social Services office in Santa Clarita provides emergency
housing information, a food pantry and referral services. As shown in Table 11, there are
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73 residential care facilities with a capacity of 914 beds located within the City of Santa
Clarita, Canyon Country, Newhall, Saugus, and Valencia.
Table 11: Licensed Residential Care Facilities and Housin
Moor Agency
for the Elderly
ICapacity
Elderly Residential Care Facilities by Community
the community,
there will likely
Santa Clarita (6 facilities)
190
(Beds)
Canyon Country (6 facilities)
34 (5 are pending)
Newhall (13 facilities)
270
(Beds)
Saugus (18 facilities)
113
(Beds)
Valencia (30 facilities)
307
(Beds)
Total
914
(Beds)
Subsidized Affordable Senior Housing
Bouquet Canyon Seniors Tax Credits/Bond
264
Units
Canterbury Village Senior Apartments HUD 202
64
Units
Canyon Country Senior Apartments Tax Credits/Bond
200
Units
Fountain Glen Apartments(Affordability Agreement with Cit
8
Units
Orchard Arms Senior or Disabled Public Housing Operated by HACoLA
182
Units
Valencia Villas (221)(d)(3) Section 8 Project Based
76
Units
Whispering Oaks Apartments Section 8 vouchers
13
Units
Total
807
Units
Senior Assisted Living
Capri -Retirement Villa Full Service Senior Residential Care Facility)
90
Units
Santa Clarita Convalescent Home
Skilled Nursing Home with 24-hour Care/Rehabilitation Services
99
Units
Summerhill Villa* Residential Apartments Independent and Assisted Living)
96
Units
Sunrise At Sterling Canyon Full Service Senior Residential Care Facility)
120
Units
Total
405
(Units)
Seniors Only Mobile Home Parks
Canyon Palms Mobile Home Park
45 (Spaces)
Greenbrier Estates
316 (Spaces)
Sierra Park
76 (Spaces)
Total
437 (Spaces)
Source: State of California Community Care Licensing Division Website, 2008 and City of Santa Clarita
There are seven (7) subsidized senior apartment complexes with a total of 807 units
targeted to seniors earning less than 60 percent of the area median, all of which are
located in the City of Santa Clarita with the exception of one; located in Castaic.
According to the City's Housing Element, approximately 76 of these subsidized units are at
risk of converting to market rates (Valencia Village). Other housing options available to
the elderly include: four assisted living facilities with a capacity of 405 units and three
mobile home parks for seniors only with a capacity of 437 spaces/units.
While there are
several facilities and beds/units
available throughout
the community,
there will likely
be a need to increase capacity as
the number of baby
boomers become
seniors over the
next few years. The number of older adults ages 45-64
is approximately
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31,468 people. The current inventory is not nearly large enough to meet this potential
need.
One option for increasing the number of affordable senior housing units identified in the
City's Housing Element is shared housing. Alternative Living for the Aging, a Los Angeles -
based non-profit that matches seniors seeking to share their homes with others looking
for housing, and owns and operates shared housing facilities is one example of an agency
that provides this service.
2. Persons with Disabilities
A disability is defined as a long lasting condition that impairs an individual's mobility,
ability to work, or ability to care for themselves. Persons with disabilities include those
with physical, mental, or emotional disabilities. According to the 2000 Census, 31,341
disabilities were tallied for Santa Clarita. An individual can report more than one disability;
thus the numbers of disabilities tallied are higher than the total count of disabled persons.
As shown in Table 12, most disabled residents were affected by employment disabilities
(24.8 percent), followed by physical disabilities at 22.8 percent. In general, many
persons with disabilities have lower -incomes since the disability may affect their ability to
work. Persons with disabilities typically have a greater need for affordable housing,
accessible housing, supportive services, and transportation services. Some may not be
able to live on their own, and may require additional care and supervision.
Table 12: Disabilities Tallied
in Santa Clarita
Disability 5 to 15 16 to 64 65+ Total Percent
Years Years Years
Sensory
138
11384
11514
31036
9.7%
Physical
160
31895
31080
71135
22.8%
Mental
1 104
2 502
1 189
4r795
15.3%
Self -Care
185
933
906
21024
6.5%
Go -Outside -Home
0
41534
21029
6,563
20.9%
Employment
0
7F788
0
7r788
24.8%
Total
11587
21,036
8,718
31,341
100.0%
Source: US Census 2000
Group housing, shared housing, and other supportive housing options can help meet the
needs of persons with disabilities. These housing options often have the advantage of
social service support on-site or readily available. Disabilities can also hinder the ability of
a person to earn adequate income. Many people with severe disabilities are unemployed
and rely on fixed monthly disability incomes that are rarely adequate for the payment of
market rate rent.
Accessibility housing needs of the disabled population can typically be addressed through
housing rehabilitation programs that provided improvements such as ramps, grab bars,
wider doorways, lower sinks, specialized kitchen cabinets, and elevators. The disabled
population may also need fair housing services, as disability discrimination is generally on
the rise in California. The City's Analysis of Impediments to Fair Housing Choice Study
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from 2004 shows discrimination based on disability bias as the largest proportion of
complaints. Many of the cases revolved around reasonable accommodations by landlords
and Condominium Homeowner Associations.
According to the State Community Care Licensing Division, there are currently four adult
day care facilities with a capacity of 164 beds and 9 adult residential facilities with a
capacity of 118 beds in Santa Clarita to serve the disabled population (see Table 14).
With only 282 beds available for the disabled adult population, there may be a need to
increase capacity for adult day care and adult residential care facilities.
Orchard Arms, owned and operated by the Los Angeles County Housing Authority, has
183 low-income units available to seniors and disabled, which may also be suitable for
developmentally disabled tenants.
The Independent Living Center of Southern California operates an emergency shelter that
can house up to five disabled persons per night. This shelter is located in the San
Fernando Valley; however, it does serve the Santa Clarita population. No emergency
shelters for the disabled homeless are located in the City of Santa Clarita, though there
are four known board and care homes located in single-family residential neighborhoods
in the Santa Clarita Valley that serve non-ambulatory residents.
Services providers for the disabled population are listed in further detail below under each
section's specific type of disability.
3, Physically Disabled
According to the 2000 Census, 7,135 people over the age of five in Santa Clarita had
physical disabilities. The majority of the supportive services and housing assistance for
physically disabled persons are provided through non-profit organizations. Providers in
the area include:
• Ability First (formerly the Crippled Children's Society)- Provides programs
and services to help children and adults with physical and developmental disabilities
• Carousel Ranch- Provides therapeutic and recreational programs for disabled and
disadvantaged children through horses
• Community Therapies Baby Steps- Comprehensive therapy services for children
and adults with disabilities
• Diverse Journeys- Offers spiritual seminars, workshops and retreats
• Fact Inc.- Provides formal training seminars and case management services
• Families Caring for Families- Help families' access services for their children who
are developmentally disabled, delayed, at -risk of delay, physically disabled, learning
delayed, emotionally delayed, and/or medically fragile.
• Family Focus Resource Center- Support information and Referral Services for
Families of Children With Special Needs
• Family Focus Empowerment Center (FFEC)- Support, information and referral
services for families with children Aged 3-22 who have an IEP
• Foundation for the Junior Blind- Provides in-home early intervention and
support services for visually impaired, multi -disabled infants and toddlers, (ages
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birth to three years old). Weekend camps, workshops. Functional visual
assessment, parent education, family recreation, counseling.
Heads Up Therapy- Provides therapeutic riding for disabled children.
Heads Up Inc- Brain Injury, TBI (Traumatic Brain Injury) support group for people
who have experienced the traumatic and life changing effects of this type of injury.
Independent Living Center Of Southern California- Provides a wide range of
services to a growing population of people with disabilities.
International Dyslexia Association- Clearinghouse with 45 branches providing
information on testing, tutoring, and effective teaching methods used to aid people
with dyslexia.
John Tracy Clinic - An educational center for deaf children (age birth to five years
old) and their parents. Hearing tests for hearing impaired infants and pre-school
children (ages 22 months to 5 years). Baby Course (age birth to 22 months) for
child and parents. English/Spanish, deaf, and blind programs for children of all
ages.
LARC Industries- Disabled Persons Assistive Services and housing/shelter.
Letmesail Inc- Lifestyle Enrichment through Meaningful Exercise, Social Activity, &
Independent Living organization for people with disabilities
Neuro -Vision Rehabilitation Institute & Sensory Learning Program- Provides
individualized treatment regimen for patients with visual deficits, as a direct result
of physical disabilities, traumatic and/or acquired brain injuries.
Pediatric Therapy of Santa Clarita- Offers Physical, Occupational and Speech
Therapists, and Audiologists.
Parents of John Tracy Clinic- Classes for parents of hearing-impaired children.
Classes for parents/family of hearing-impaired children, mail correspondence,
classes for methods of teaching children who are hearing impaired. Free Audiology
testing. Pre-school available (2 to 5 years old).
Santa Clarita Valley SELPA Early Start Program- Provides an array of early
intervention services for infants and toddlers with special needs from birth to three
years of age. Eligible children include those who are deaf or hard of hearing, have
severe orthopedic impairments and/or visual impairment, which may impact their
development.
Special Education Local Plan Area (SELPA)- Coordinates with school districts
and the County Office of Education to provide information for educators and parents
of special needs children.
The North Los Angeles County Regional Center- Private, non-profit
organization providing services and supports to persons with developmental
disabilities and their families in the San Fernando, Santa Clarita and Antelope
Valleys
The Special Needs Community Calendar- Free directory of special needs
services and events in the Los Angeles County Area and Santa Clarita Valley.
4. Mentally Disabled
The current prevalence estimate is that about 20 percent of the U.S. population is affected
by mental disorders during a given year3.
According to the 2000 Census, 4,795 people over the age of five in Santa Clarita had
mental disabilities. Supportive services and housing assistance for the mentally disabled
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are provided through non-profit organizations. The Department of Mental Health will send
informational brochures available in English and Spanish through their website upon
request. Providers in the area include:
Child & Family Center - Provides mental health, behavioral and educational
services to children, adults and their families.
Special Olympics of Santa Clarita - Provides sports training and competition in a
variety of Olympic -type sports for children and adults with mental retardation.
Santa Clarita Autism Asperger Network (SCANN) - Monthly support group
meetings, social events, information and referral and seminars
LetmeSail - Provides recreational opportunities for youth and adults with mental
disabilities
The Help Group: Project Safe - Serves children with special needs related to
autism, Asperger's disorder, learning disabilities, ADHD, mental retardation, abuse,
and emotional problems.
S. Severely Mentally III (SMI)
A severe mental illness (SMI) is defined as a disorder that causes substantial interference
with the ability to handle basic living skills -- such as eating, bathing or managing money
-- or to function in family, job or social contexts. Severe mental illness includes the
diagnosis of psychoses and major schizoaffective disorders and qualifies as chronic if it
lasts at least one year4.
Approximately 5.4% of US adults have serious mental illness. About half of those with
SMI (or 2.6% of US adults) were identified as being even more seriously affected, that is,
by having "severe and persistent" mental illness referred to as Severe and Persistent
Mental Illness (SPMI) 5.
Applying these figures would result in approximately 4,603 severely mentally ill persons in
Santa Clarita. Detailed mental illness prevalence estimates provided on the Department
of Mental Health website indicate that 6.78 percent of the total population in Los Angeles
County (as of January 2006) reported cases of mental illness, which is similar to that of
the State estimate of 6.59 percent6. According to the Santa Clarita office of the Los
Angeles County Department of Mental Health (DMH), the Santa Clarita DMH office serves
approximately 705 mentally ill clients, of whom 10 are homeless.
The National Coalition for the Homeless reports that a disproportionate number of
mentally ill people are among the homeless. Low-income people with mental disorders
are at increased risk of homelessness. Mental disorders prevent people from carrying out
essential aspects of daily life, such as self-care, household management and interpersonal
relationships. Homeless people with mental disorders remain homeless for longer periods
of time and have a harder time finding employment'.
Limited housing facilities are available in the Santa Clarita Valley to serve the mentally ill.
There are no emergency housing shelters specifically for the mentally ill in SPA 1 and 2
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(the homeless planning districts that may serve Santa Clarita residents); however there
are 195 units of transitional housing for individuals, 129 permanent housing beds for
individuals, 126 permanent housing beds for families, and 46 permanent housing units for
families throughout the region. Further details can be found in Table 23: Inventory of
Homeless Shelters.
The Bible Tabernacle provides housing for up to 70 mentally ill. The nearest transitional
housing units for the mentally ill are located in Sylmar and operated by BRIDGES, Inc.
and Hillview Mental Health Center, Inc.; they provide for a capacity of 18 mentally ill
(three facilities with six beds each). Nearby service providers include, but are not limited
to:
• A Community of Friends and Homes for Life Foundation (North Hills/Van
Nuys) developed supportive housing countywide for persons with chronic mental
illness.
• Alliance Mental Illness (The San Fernando Valley AMI, or NAMI San Fernando
Valley) is an all -volunteer, self-help support group for families and friends of people
who suffer from a major mental illness.
• Pioneer Boys Ranch (Newhall) is a non-profit organization operating five group
homes for adolescent boys.
The State Department
of Mental Health Website
contains a
large resource
directory of
services
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for
Resources.aso
In
addition, the
following
organizations provide services to those with mental
illness:
• The National Alliance for the Mentally III is the foremost advocacy group for
people with mental illness, offers extensive educational and research materials.
• The Center for Mental Health Services maintains a Web site with information for
adults and children.
• The American Psychiatric Association offers pamphlets and fact sheets on
psychiatric disorders and illnesses.
• The Judge David L. Bazelon Center for Mental Health Law includes
information on the legal rights of the mentally ill and disabled.
6. Developmentally Disabled
The federal definition of developmental disabilities covers persons whose disability occurs
before age 22 and includes a mental or physical impairment or a combination of both.
There must be a substantial limitation in three or more of these major life areas: self-
care; expressive or receptive language; learning; mobility; capacity for independent
living; economic self-sufficiency; or self-direction$. Persons with developmental
disabilities require individually planned and coordinated services and supports (e.g.,
housing, employment, education, civil and human rights protection, health care) from
many providers in order to live in the community9.
According
to the California State Council
on Developmental Disabilities, estimates
of
individuals
meeting the federal definition
of developmental disability can be obtained
for
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any population area in California by using the Department of Finance demographic
information an multiplying the number by .01810. Applying this average rate to the Santa
Clarita population, an estimated 3,187 people in the City may be developmentally
disabled.
• Ability First (formerly the Crippled Children's Society) provides programs and
services to help children and adults with physical and developmental disabilities.
• The Jay Nolan Center serves developmentally disabled adults. The center owns
scattered group homes in the Santa Clarita Valley and in the San Fernando Valley.
Previous reports showed that fifty people live at Jay Nolan and the facility is in the
process of placing their residents into group homes. The Jay Nolan Center owns one
house in the City of Santa Clarita and three homes in the San Fernando Valley.
• The Los Angeles Retarded Citizens (LARC) Foundation Ranch, located on 65
acres in Bouquet Canyon just north of the City of Santa Clarita, offers housing
programs for developmentally disabled adults. The Saugus campus offers 13 fully
equipped 8 -bed homes (capacity of 104 beds total). LARC has 3 homes specializing
in care for elderly and one home for those people needing a higher level of care.
These are licensed as "Level III" homes by the State of California Department of
Developmental Services (DDS). LARC offers 9 "Level II" homes at its Saugus
campus and 1 "Level II" home in Newhall, for higher functioning developmentally
disabled adults". In addition to shelter, this population has a need for full-time
supervision, meals, education, and job training. A focus of LARC is to encourage
residents to become more self-sufficient and many of the residents have jobs in the
City of Santa Clarita. The City has extended a bus route to provide better service to
residents of this facility.
• The North Los Angeles County Regional Center (NLACRC) provides housing
for its developmentally disabled child and adult clients through contracts with
residential facilities licensed by Community Care Licensing. NLACRC serves 1,591
consumers in Santa Clarita, including 541 adults and 1,050 children. There are nine
adult residential facilities that contract with NLACRC in Santa Clarita and one
children's facility. Most of NLACRC's child clients live at home with their families.
7. Needs of Elderly and Persons with Disabilities Who Do Not Require
Supportive Services
There are a number of housing opportunities available for seniors with above moderate
incomes in the City. Elderly owners with low- and moderate -incomes have fewer housing
problems and a lower cost burden than other low-income owners. There is a need for
funds to rehabilitate or renovate units for those with physical disabilities. Such renovation
would include improvements such as ramps, lowering of counters and switches, electronic
door -openers, and safety equipment. The City's Handyworker, Residential Rehabilitation,
and Property Rehabilitation programs provide such repairs and assistance to low-income
persons on a limited basis.
8. Large Households/ Families
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Large households consist of five or more persons and are considered a special needs
population due to the limited availability of affordable and adequately sized housing.
Santa Clarita has 7,468 large households (as reported by the 2000 Census), of which the
majority are owners (74 percent).
Based on the 2000 CHAS data, there are 7,435 large households in Santa Clarita.
Approximately 75.8 percent of large renter households (1,920 households) reported some
type of housing problem, while 42.7 percent of large owner households (5,515
households) reported some type of housing problem. These percentages are extremely
different for large households earning low- to moderate -incomes. In fact, 100 percent of
large renter households earning between 30 to 50 percent of the median reported some
type of housing problem, and 83.9 percent of large owner households reported some type
of housing problem.
While overpayment is
definitely a
major issue for low- to
moderate -income large
households overall, it
appears that
overcrowding/substandard
may be of particular
concern for large renter
households. CHAS data shows that 63.7
percent of those earning
above 80 percent of the
median income reported some type of housing problem, though
only 8.6 percent had a
cost burden
over 30 percent and only
1.2 percent had a cost
burden over 50 percent.
The City's last Consolidated Plan stated that most of the recently constructed rental
complexes feature predominantly one and two bedroom units. These construction trends
compound the overcrowding problems of large family renter households. Options for
relieving overcrowded living conditions include the construction of additional rooms on
existing houses now occupied by overcrowded families. Another option would be to
require a percentage of all new rental projects to contain a proportion of units suitable for
larger families.
The housing needs of large family households
include larger housing units consisting of
three
or more bedrooms. 2000 Census data indicated that
in Santa Clarita the majority of
larger
units are owner occupied (28,371 units),
with 3,111
rental units containing three or
more
bedrooms. With only 1,920 large renter
households
in the City it would appear that
there
is adequate housing stock of appropriate
size for this
group.
9. Single Parents and Female -Headed Households
Female -headed households tend to have lower -incomes and as a result often have greater
needs for affordable housing and child-care. In 2000, there were approximately 3,101
female -headed households with no husband present and children under 18 in Santa
Clarita. There were also 1,292 male householders with no wife present and children
under 18. Census data pertaining to poverty indicate that 2,130 female householders
under 65 years of age with no husband present were living below the poverty level, while
1,183 male householders under 65 years of age with no wife present were living below
the poverty level.
Without access to affordable housing, many of these households may be at risk of
becoming homeless. Affordable housing with childcare centers or in close proximity to
schools, public transportation, and recreation facilities can address critical needs of lower -
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income single -parent families. According to the City's Analysis of Impediments, this group
may also be vulnerable to discrimination, as suggested by the large number of complaints
related to familial status bias.
• Single Mother's Outreach (SMO), a local nonprofit agency that provides
emergency services, including housing, to lower-income single mothers and fathers.
SMO is seeking to buy or rent a home in Santa Clarita for transitional housing for
female head -of -household families. This transitional housing will minimize family
disruption by allowing children to remain in their schools and mothers to remain in
their jobs while they move towards permanent housing. SMO was previously
successful in operating a transitional housing facility in Santa Clarita known as
Maple House.
10. Victims of Domestic Violence
Domestic violence/spousal abuse is the use of intentional verbal, psychological, or
physical force by one family member (including an intimate partner) to control another.
Violent acts may include destruction of the victim's possessions, animal cruelty, and, in
some instances, killing of the victim and/or his/her children. According to police records,
nearly one-third of female homicide victims are killed by an intimate partner1z.
• The Domestic Violence Center of the Santa Clarita Valley (also known as
the Association to Aid Victims of Domestic Violence) provides the following
services: 24-hour hotline, emergency shelter, women's support groups, crisis
intervention, individual counseling, children's therapy, legal service referral, and a
court approved batterer's intervention program, community outreach education,
community service program, Teen/Youth Services - "Hurt No More" Program,
support groups, and a Teen Hotline. The emergency shelter program has a capacity
of 10 beds and 3 units for families. The agency serves approximately 35-40 women
and children.
• The Antelope Valley Domestic Violence Council (Lancaster) operates a
shelter in the Antelope Valley, which can house up to 60 people at a time, including
children. This facility is not equipped to house anyone who is mentally ill. The
number of overnight stays per year averages 396 to 416 (Source: Antelope Valley
Domestic Violence Council).
Other service providers in the area include:
• Center for the Pacific -Asian Family (aka CPAF) (Los Angeles)
• CSAC Chicana Service Action Center (Los Angeles)
• Family Violence Project/Jewish Family Services (Sherman Oaks)
• Haven Hills (San Fernando Valley)
• YWCA of Glendale/DV Project (Glendale)
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11. Substance Abuse
In Calendar Year (CY) 2005, the National Survey on Drug Use and Health estimated that
of all Californians aged 12 years and older, 14.6 million persons used alcohol in the past
month and 5.9 million persons were binge drinkers (drinking five or more drinks on one
occasion during the past month)13. Characteristics of substance abusers at the time of
admittance for treatment reported by the California Department of Alcohol and Drug
Programs indicate that 40 percent were parents of a minor, 27.1 percent were Medi -Cal
beneficiaries, 20.3 percent were diagnosed with mental illness, 18.8 percent were
homeless, and 16.8 percent were disabled .14
According to the City's last Consolidated Plan,
officials at the Acton Rehabilitation Center
in previous contacts made by the City, estimate
that approximately
10% of the
adult
population, or approximately 10,123 residents
in Santa Clarita, have
an alcohol or
drug
addiction problem. Less than 1% of this group will need assistance
with housing
given
the affluence of this community. Therefore,
an estimated 1,012
persons will
need
supportive housing due to alcohol or other drug
addiction.
Alcohol- and drug-free houses (also known as sober living homes) are important in
supporting treatment and recovery services in a community by helping recovering persons
to maintain an alcohol- and drug-free lifestyle. California's program, the California Access
to Recovery Effort (CARE), provides vouchers to youth (ages 12 through 20) in Butte, Los
Angeles, Sacramento, Shasta and Tehama Counties for alcohol and drug treatment and
recovery support services. Additional service providers available in the area include those
shown in Table 13 below:
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Table 13: Licensed Drug and Alcohol Residential Facilities
Agency
Location
Type
Action Family Counseling
Valencia
Outpatient treatment
Action Family Counseling
Saugus
Adolescent residential/
24-hour facility
Action Family Counseling
Newhall
Outpatient treatment
Antelope Valley Council on Alcoholism and
Drug Dependence
Lancaster
Outpatient treatment
Asian American Drug Abuse Program
AADAP
Los Angeles
Outpatient treatment
Bible Tabernacle
Santa Clarita/
Canyon Country
Drug and alcohol rehabilitation
center here
California Hispanic Commission on Alcohol &
Drug Abuse, Inc. - Latino Family Alcohol &
Drug Abuse Center
EI Monte
Outpatient treatment
Inter -Agency Drug Abuse Recovery Program
I-ADARP Inc.
Van Nus
Outpatient treatment
Phoenix House
Lake View Terrace
Adolescent residential
Reseda Substance Abuse Treatment
North Hills
Outpatient treatment
SPIRITT Family Services
Glendora
Outpatient treatment
Tarzana Treatment Center
Lancaster
Outpatient and Adolescent
residential
Tarzana Treatment Center
Tarzana
Outpatient
Tarzana Treatment Center
Tarzana
Outpatient and Adolescent
residential (waiver in adult
program)
Total Family Support Clinic
Sylmar
Outpatient treatment
Van Nuys Alcohol and Drug Treatment
Program
Van Nus
Outpatient treatment
Source: State of California
Department
of Alcohol and Drug
Programs,
Directory 2009 and Treatment Works
Database, 2009.
12. Foster Children
There are approximately 82,000 foster children in California — 20 percent of all foster
children in the nation, and the largest foster care population of all 50 states15. The
Department of Health and Human Services reported on September 30, 2006, the latest
date for which figures are available, 129,000 foster children were waiting to be adopted le
There are no Foster Family Agencies in Santa Clarita; however there are two adoption
agencies available: A Loving Choice Adoptions (Santa Clarita) and West Sands Adoption
(Valencia). Agencies that serve residents of Santa Clarita include, but are not limited to:
Inner Circle Foster Care and Adoption Services (Van Nuys and Palmdale), the Children's
Bureau (Lancaster, Palmdale and N. Hollywood).
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The housing needs of foster children are greatest when the foster child reaches the age of
18 years and no longer qualifies for State -funded foster care. It is estimated that one-
third of those currently in foster care will become homeless when they reach the age of
18. The following transitional housing programs are available to emancipated youth with
a total capacity of 94 beds:
• Gay and Lesbian Adolescent Social Services, Inc. (Palmdale) Scheuer House -
Antelope Valley Independent Living Program
• Penny Lane Centers (Lancaster)- Antelope Valley Program
• Penny Lane Centers (Lancaster)- Lancaster Transitional Program
• Gay and Lesbian Adolescent Social Services, Inc. (N. Hollywood) - Scheuer
House -North Hollywood Independent Living Program
• Hillview Mental Health Center, Inc. (Pacoima) - Transitional Age Youth Program
• Hillview Mental Health Center, Inc. (Pacoima) - Hillview Independent Living
Program
13. Persons with HIV Infection and AIDS
Persons with HIV/AIDS are considered a special needs group due to their need for
affordable housing, health care, counseling and other supportive services. Short-term
housing needs for persons with AIDS may include hospice facilities, shelters or transitional
housing. Long-term needs may include affordable housing in close proximity to public
transportation and health care facilities. As with other persons with disabilities, persons
with HIV/AIDS may face discrimination that affects their access to housing due to fear,
the need for reasonable accommodations, and/or other factors.
The County of Los Angeles Department of Public Health has divided the County into health
districts; Santa Clarita is part of SPA 2 (San Fernando). Cumulative cases for this health
district are reported to be between 504 and 802. According to the City's last
Consolidated Plan, there were 128 cumulative AIDS cases within the City of Santa Clarita.
The County HIV/AIDS Epidemiology Program reported that there are 236 cumulative
cases as of January 31, 2009.
According to the County HIV/AIDS Epidemiology Program, there are currently 3,012
people living with AIDS in the County as a whole as of June 30, 2008. In contrast, there
are only 93 people in Santa Clarita currently living with AIDS. Unmet need is defined as
individuals who are living with HIV, are aware of their status, and are not receiving
regular primary medical care. There is no current data available regarding unmet needs
for the City of Santa Clarita.
There are no hospice facilities or facilities to serve those with AIDS in the City of Santa
Clarita. HIV/AIDS related programs available to Santa Clarita residents include:
• Northeast Valley Health Corporation (Valencia): Provides referrals for persons
with HIV/AIDS and homeless persons.
• AIDS Service Center (Pasadena): Provides free direct services to men, women,
and children with HIV and AIDS.
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C. Community Care Facilities for Special Needs
According to the California State Department of Social Services, Community Care
Licensing Division, there are nine community care facilities in Santa Clarita with a capacity
of 286 persons (see Table 14). Factoring in the City's other areas of Canyon Country,
Newhall, Saugus and Valencia there are an additional 77 facilities with 934 person/bed
capacity.
Table 14: Licensed Co munity Care Facilities
Facility TypeMp Santa Clarita
Facilities Capacity
Adult Day Care
2
90
Adult Residential
1
6
Residential Elderly
6
190
Group Home
0
0
Small Family Home
0
0
Total
9
1 286
Canyon Country
Adult Day Care
0
0
Adult Residential
3
16
Residential Elderly
6
34
Group Home
0
0
Small Family Home
0
0
Total
3
50
Newhall
Adult Day Care
0
0
Adult Residential
1
6
Residential Elderly
14
270
Group Home
3
14
Small Family Home
0
0
Total
18
290
Saugus
Adult Day Care
2 74
Adult Residential
3 86
Residential Elderly
18 113
Group Home
1 6
Small Family Home
1 4
Total 25 283
Adult Day Care 0
0
Adult Residential 1
4
Residential Elderly 30
307
Group Home 0
0
Small Family Home 0
0
Total 31
311
Source: California Community Licensing Division website, 2009.
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Definitions for the types of facilities listed above are as follows:
• Adult Day Care Facilities (ADCF) are facilities of any capacity that provide programs
for frail elderly and developmentally disabled and/or mentally disabled adults in a
day care setting.
• Adult Residential Facilities (ARF) are facilities of any capacity that provide 24-hour
non-medical care for adults ages 18 through 59, who are unable to provide for their
own daily needs. Adults may be physically handicapped, developmentally disabled,
and/or mentally disabled.
• Residential Care Facilities for the Elderly (RCFE) provide care, supervision and
assistance with activities of daily living, such as bathing and grooming. They may
also provide incidental medical services under special care plans. The facilities
provide services to persons 60 years of age and over and persons under 60 with
compatible needs. RCFEs may also be known as assisted living facilities, retirement
homes and board and care homes. The facilities can range in size from six beds or
less to over 100 beds.
• Group Homes are facilities of any capacity and provide 24-hour non-medical care
and supervision to children in a structured environment. Group Homes provide
social, psychological, and behavioral programs for troubled youths.
• Small Family Homes (SFH) provide 24 -hour -a -day care in the licensee's family
residence for six or fewer children who are mentally disabled, developmentally
disabled, or physically handicapped, and who require special care and supervision
as a result of such disabilities.
Figure 3 shows the location of community care facilities in the City and transportation
access to the facilities.
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III. HOMELESS NEEDS
It is the goal of the Consolidated Plan to coordinate
services and facilities available for the homeless as a
continuum of care. A continuum of care begins with a
point of entry in which the needs of a homeless
individual or family are assessed. Once a needs
assessment is completed, the individual/family may be referred to permanent housing or
to transitional housing where supportive services are provided to prepare them for
independent living. The goal of a comprehensive homeless service system is to ensure
that homeless individuals and families move from homelessness to self-sufficiency,
permanent housing, and independent living.
The following section summarizes the housing and supportive service needs of the
homeless in Santa Clarita, as well as persons and families at risk of becoming homeless.
This section also includes an inventory of services and facilities available to serve the
homeless population and those who are at risk of becoming homeless. Service and facility
gaps in the continuum of care are also identified.
As defined by the Stewart B. McKinney Act, homeless is defined as an individual or family
that:
Lacks a fixed, regular, and adequate nighttime residence; and/or
Has a primary nighttime residence that is:
A supervised publicly or privately operated shelter designed to provide temporary
living accommodations (including welfare hotels, congregate shelters, and
transitional housing for the mentally ill);
An institution that provides a temporary residence for individuals intended to be
institutionalized; or
A public or private place not designated for, or ordinarily used as, a regular sleeping
accommodation for human beings.
A. Nature and Extent of Homelessness
Throughout the country homelessness has become an increasing problem. Factors
contributing to the rise in homelessness include a lack of housing affordable to low- and
moderate -income persons, increases in the number of persons whose income fall below
the poverty level, reductions in subsidies to the poor, drug/alcohol abuse, and the de-
institutionalization of the mentally ill.
According to the Los Angeles Homeless Services Authority (LAHSA) 2007 Homeless Count,
on any given day, there are an estimated 68,608 homeless people throughout the Los
Angeles Continuum of Care; approximately 15% of these (or 10,100 people) are children
under the age of 18. The City of Santa Clarita belongs to Service Planning Area (SPA) 2
San Fernando Valley. Statistics for SPA 2 from the 2007 Homeless Count show that there
were 6,411 homeless people throughout the area on any given night. This number
represents a large decrease from the 2005 count of 11,275.
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Of this 2007 Count approximately 1,107 were sheltered and 5,304 were unsheltered.
Further statistics were reported as follows for the homeless counted in SPA 2 under the
sub -population section of this document:
Many extremely low- and low-income households are considered at risk of becoming
homeless because they often overpay for housing and would likely lose their homes if they
were to become unemployed. Victims of domestic violence, persons with HIV/AIDS, youth
recently released from the foster system, parolees, and other persons released from
medical facilities may also be considered "at -risk" of homelessness.
In March 2002, the Santa Clarita Homeless Advisory Task Force conducted a service -
based and street -based count of homeless in Santa Clarita. During a five-day period,
homeless agencies that support at -risk and homeless populations counted every homeless
person that came to their program to access services. In addition, a street outreach team
counted every homeless person they encountered during the same time period. The
following summarizes the findings of this survey:
1.) There were 175 unduplicated homeless adults and children counted during the five-
day period March 11 through March 15, 2002.
2.) Of these 175 homeless, 79 (45%) were children.
3.) 96 (55%) were adults, of which 40% were women.
4.) There were 1,641 adults and children at -risk of homelessness seeking services during
the week. Of these, more than half (58%) are children.
Upon completion of the homeless survey, the Homeless Advisory Task Force identified a
transitional housing facility for families and singles as the top priority need in Santa
Clarita. There are no current estimates for the number of homeless in Santa Clarita at this
time. The City currently provides support to the Santa Clarita Community Development
Corporation who operates the winter shelter. Winter shelter data indicate that each winter
the shelter has been open, attendance has been steady and the shelter has been filled to
capacity on cold and rainy nights.
1. Sub -populations
Specific statistics regarding the number of homeless from Santa
Clarita
are not available
at this time. Countywide sub -populations
reported
by LAHSA for
HUD's
2007 Continuum
of Care Application are presented below:
Percent
Sub -population Tyne
Sheltered Unsheltered
Total
of Total
Chronically homeless
11604
20,772
22,376
24.9%
Severely mentally ill
41382
20,122
24,504
27.3%
Chronic substance abuse
21567
221173
24,740
27.6%
Veterans
11712
61741
81453
9.4%
Persons with HIV/AIDS
263
972
11235
1.4%
Victims of domestic violence
11190
61002
71192
8.0%
Un -accompanied youth under
18 years of age
218
11070
11,288
1.4%
Total
11,936
77,852
89,788
100.00/a
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In contrast, sub -populations in Service Planning Area (SPA) 2 reported by LAHSA from the
2007 Homeless Count are presented below:
Sub -population Tyne
Number
Percent of Total
Adult Men
31875
60.4%
Adult Women
11394
21.7%
Youth under 18
11009
15.7%
Age 18-24
292
4.6%
Age 25-55
41478
69.8%
Age 56+
632
9.9%
Black
11680
26.2%
Hispanic
11603
25.0%
White
21737
42.7%
Multi -Racial
391
6.1%
Individual Families w/children
604
9.4%
# of People in Families
11663
25.9%
Youth in Families
916
14.3%
Youth in Families Age 5 or Younger
198
3.1%
Chronically homeless
21025
31.6%
Severely mentally ill
21475
38.6%
Chronic substance abuse
21132
33.3%
Veterans
673
10.5%
Persons with HIV/AIDS
218
3.4%
Victims of domestic violence
667
10.4%
Un -accompanied youth under 18 years of age
93
1.5%
2. Needs of Persons Threatened with Homelessness
The "at -risk" population is comprised of lower-income families and individuals who, upon
loss of employment, would lose their housing and end up residing in shelters or becoming
homeless. Lower-income families, especially those earning Extremely Low income (less
than 30 percent of the median), are considered to be "at- risk of becoming homeless."
These families are often living below the poverty level and are generally experiencing a
housing cost burden, paying more than 30 percent of their income for housing. In more
severe cases, some families pay more than 50 percent of their income for housing.
Households paying a greater portion of their income for housing are at a higher risk of
becoming homeless due to financial setbacks and a lack of savings, created as a direct
result of their housing cost burden.
2000 CHAS data indicated 2,546 extremely low income households in Santa Clarita, of
these 1,881 (73.9 percent) were paying more than 30 percent of their income for housing
and 1,680 (66 percent) were paying more than 50 percent.
The 2000 Census data also identified six percent of the population (9,552 people) in Santa
Clarita were living below the poverty level.
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B. Continuum of Care
The City of Santa Clarita participates in the County of Los Angeles' Continuum of Care
system that consists of the following components:
• Emergency Shelter - Shelter services provided through a homeless shelter or a
motel voucher. Outreach and assessment will be provided to identify an individual's
or a family's needs and connect them to the appropriate facilities and services.
• Supportive Services - Services include job training, drug and/or alcohol
rehabilitation, mental health services and special services to specific sub -
populations.
• Transitional Housing - Housing for homeless families and individuals that is
temporary, but longer than emergency facilities and that is provided prior to finding
permanent housing.
• Permanent Housing - Housing provided along with prevention services in the final
phase of the continuum.
1. Inventory of Homeless Services and Facilities
Santa Clarita has two major facilities to shelter the homeless; the Domestic Violence
Center and the Santa Clarita Community Development Corporation's Winter Shelter
Program. Many organizations located in other cities offer shelter for the homeless in
Santa Clarita. Table 15 provides an inventory of services and facilities available in and
near Santa Clarita as provided by LAHSA for SPA'S 1 and 2.
Table IS: Shelters For The Homeless
Program Target
Agencies
Description Population
Emergency Shelter
Domestic Violence Center of the
Shelter Resident Services
Families
10 family beds/
Santa Clarita Valley (Santa Clarita)
3 family units
Friends Research Institute
Safe House - Emergency
Multi-
4 individual beds
N. Hollywood)
Shelter
Diagnosed
Haven Hills, Inc.
Crisis
Families
36 family beds/6 family units
(Canoga Park
Shelter/Confidential
Los Angeles Family Housing
General Relief (GR)
Families
27 family beds
Corporation N. Hollywood)
Los Angeles Family Housing
Transitional Living Center
40 family beds/10 family units
Corporation N. Hollywood)
- Emergency HousingFamilies
People in Progress, Inc.
CHP - Chronically
Chronically
5 individual beds
Sun Valle
Homeless Program
Homeless
People Ill Progress, Inc.
Emergency Shelter
Adults
17 individual beds
Sun Valle
San Fernando Valley Rescue Mission
Emergency Housing
Families
55 family beds/20 family units
N. Hollywood)
Program
Women's Care Cottage
The Cottage
Families
8 family beds/4 family units
N. Hollywood)
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Table 15: Shelters For
The Homeless
Program
Target
Agencies
Be
Description
Population
Emergency Shelter Seasonal
Winter Shelter
Catholic Charities of Los Angeles,
Winter Shelter Program
Adults
35 seasonal
Inc. Lancaster
Santa Clarita Community
40
individual
beds/
Development Corporation (Santa
Winter Shelter Program -
Adults
10 family/5
family
units/40
Clarita)
Santa Clarita
seasonal
Santa Clarita Community
Winter Shelter Program -
Adult Men
125 seasonal
Development Corporation (Sylmar)
Sylmar
Volunteers of America of Los
Winter Shelter Program
Adults
105 seasonal
Angeles Glendale
Emergency Shelter Year-round
Catholic Charities of Los Angeles,
Year Round Shelter
Adults
10
individual
beds
Inc. Lancaster
Program
Los Angeles Family Housing
Valley Shelter - Year
Corporation
Round Shelter
Adults
80
individual
beds
N. Hollywood)
Transitional Housin
Gay and Lesbian Adolescent Social
Services, Inc.
High Desert Youth
Emancipated
Palmdale
Project
Foster Youth
6
individual
beds
Scheuer House -
Gay and Lesbian Adolescent Social
Antelope Valley
Emancipated
Services Inc. Palmdale
Independent Living
Foster Youth
6
individual
beds
Emancipated
Penny Lane Centers Lancaster
Antelope Valley
Foster Youth
18
individual
beds
Emancipated
Penny Lane Centers Lancaster
Lancaster Transitional
Foster Youth
15
individual
beds
Scheuer House - North
Gay and Lesbian Adolescent Social
Hollywood Independent
Emancipated
Services Inc. N. Hollywood)
Living
Foster Youth
24
individual
beds
Hillview Mental Health Center, Inc.
Emancipated
Pacoima
Transitional Age Youth
Foster Youth
15
individual
beds
Hillview Mental Health Center, Inc.
Hillview Independent
Emancipated
Pacoima
Living Program
Foster Youth
10
individual
beds
BRIDGES, Inc. (Canoga Park)
Hacienda Retirada
Mentally III
6
individual
beds
BRIDGES Inc. (Canoga Park
Primer Paso
Mentally III
6
individual
beds
BRIDGES Inc. (Sylmar)
Terreno Nuevo
Mentally III
6
individual
beds
Hillview Mental Health Center, Inc.
AB 2034 Housing -
6
individual
beds
Granada Hills
Chatsworth I
Mentally III
Hillview Mental Health Center, Inc.
AB 2034 Housing -
7
individual
beds
(Granada Hills)
Chatsworth II
Mentally III
Hillview Mental Health Center, Inc.
AB 2034 Housing -
25
individual
beds
North Hills
Natick
Mentally III
Hillview Mental Health Center, Inc.
AB 2034 Housing -
6
individual
beds
(Sylmar)
Wheeler
Mentally III
Hillview Mental Health Center, Inc.
AB 2034 Housing -
6
individual
beds
(Sylmar)
Brussels
Mentally III
Hillview Mental Health Center, Inc.
12
individual
beds
Pacoima
Adult Residential
Mentally III
Penny Lane Centers North Hills
Columbus Project
Mentally III
21
individual
beds
Penny Lane Centers North Hills
ILP Columbus
Mentally III
16
individual
beds
San Fernando Valley Community
Independent Living
18
individual
beds
Mental Health Center Van Nus
Program
Mentally III
San Fernando Valley Community
Project New Start
Mentally III
30
individual
beds
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Table 15: Shelters For
The Homeless
Program
Target
Agencies
Bedsoff
Description
Population
Mental Health Center (Van Nuys)
San Fernando Valley Community
30 individual
beds
Mental Health Center Van Nus
Project New Start
Mentally III
Antelope Valley Domestic Violence
Oasis House Transitional
Council Lancaster
Housing Program I
Families
25
family beds/6 family units
Antelope Valley Domestic Violence
Council Lancaster
Stepping into the Light
Families
32
family beds/8 family units
Catholic Charities of Los Angeles,
Transitional Living
6
family beds/32
individual
Inc. Lancaster
Program
Families
beds/2 family
units
Antelope Valley Domestic Violence
10
family beds/10
individual
Council Glendale
Freedom House
Families
beds/4 family
units
Antelope Valley Domestic Violence
10
family beds/10
individual
Council Glendale
Freedom House
Families
beds/4 family
units
Haven Two Housing and
Haven Hills Inc. (Canoga Park
Employment Program
Families
105
family beds/23
family units
Jewish Family Services (Sherman
Family Violence
Oaks)
Project/Hope Cottage
Families
18
family beds/5 family units
Los Angeles Family Housing
Project Home Again: The
Corporation N. Hollywood)
Family Shelter Expansion
Families
125
family beds/25
family units
Los Angeles Family Housing
Transitional Living Center
Corporation N. Hollywood)
(Sidney M. Irmas
Families
143
family beds/30
family units
Penny Lane Centers North Hills
LAHSA
Families
18
family beds/6 family units
Women's Care Cottage (N.
Holl wood)
New Lease on Life
Families
0 family beds/0 family units
Children of the Night
Children of the Night Van Nus
Housino Pro ram
Youth
24 individual
beds
San Fernando Valley Community
Transitional Youth
Mental Health Center Van Nus
Program
Youth
0 individual
beds
Tarzana Treatment Centers
Tarzana
The Central Facility
Youth
0 individual
beds
Transitional Housing for
Tarzana Treatment Centers
Teens and Young Adults
(Winnetka)
- Quartz House
Youth
0 individual
beds
Tarzana Treatment Centers
Transitional Housing for
Winnetka
Teens and Young Adults
Youth
5 individual
beds
Transitional Housing For
Tarzana Treatment Centers
Teens and Young Adults
Reseda
- Armenta House 2
Youth
5 individual
beds
Transitional Housing for
Tarzana Treatment Centers
Teens and Young Adults
Winnetka
- Kelvin House
Youth
0 individual
beds
Valley Shelter -
Los Angeles Family Housing
Transitional Housing
Corporation N. Hollywood)
TLC HUD
Adults
135 individual
beds
Project New Hoe West Hills
Frank Cola House
Adults
6 individual
beds
Project New Hoe Van Nus
Pioneer Home
Adults
5 individual
beds
Tarzana Treatment Centers
Reseda
Porch Light
Adults
12 individual
beds
Tarzana Treatment Centers
Tarzana Transitional
Reseda
Housing - Armenta
Adults
6 individual
beds
Tarzana Treatment Centers
Tarzana Transitional
(Reseda)
Housing - Belmar
Adults
6 individual
beds
Tarzana Treatment Centers
Tarzana Transitional
Winnetka
Housing - Bryant
Adults
5 individual
beds
Tarzana Treatment Centers
Tarzana Transitional
Adults
5 individual
beds
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Table 15: Shelters For The Homeless
Program
Target
Agencies
Beds
Description
Population
(Reseda)
Housing - Darby
Tarzana Treatment Centers
Tarzana Transitional
Reseda
Housing - Friar
Adults
5 individual beds
Tarzana Treatment Centers
Tarzana Transitional
Reseda
Housing - Lorne
Adults
5 individual beds
Tarzana Treatment Centers
Tarzana Transitional
Tarzana
Housin - Tama
Adults
5 individual beds
Tarzana Treatment Centers
Housing Our Homeless
Tarzana
Neighbor
Adult Men
3 individual beds
Permanent Ho Ing
20 individual beds/39 family
A Community of Friends
Cornerstone Apartments
Mentally III
beds
Hillview Mental Health Center Inc.
Hillview Village PRA
Mentally III
31 individual beds
Hillview Mental Health Center Inc.
Hillview Village SRA
Mentally III
18 individual beds
Hillview Mental Health Center Inc.
Tenant Based HA 97-025
Mentally III
15 individual beds
Hillview Mental Health Center Inc.
Tenant Based HA 99-01
Mentally III
7 individual beds
Homes for Life Foundation
HFL Garden Villa
Mentally III
24 individual beds
Homes for Life Foundation
Van Nuys Apartments
Mentally III
14 individual beds
A Community of Friends
Woodland Terrace
Mentally III
0 individual beds/87 family beds
Los Angeles Family Housing
Corporation
Alabama Court
Families
190 family beds/42 family units
Los Angeles Family Housing
Corporation
Cecil Younger Gardens
Families
468 family beds/156 family units
Los Angeles Family Housing
Corporation
Delano Court
Families
54 family beds/18 family units
Los Angeles Family Housing
Corporation
Gentry Village North
Families
30 family beds/5 family units
Los Angeles Family Housing
Corporation
Harmony Gardens
Families
82 family beds/14 family units
Los Angeles Family Housing
Corporation
Harmony Place
Families
54 family beds/18 family units
Los Angeles Family Housing
Offsay Steinhauser
Corporation
Village
Families
72 family beds/15 family units
Los Angeles Family Housing
Corporation
Vanowen Gardens
Families
94 family beds/15 family units
Los Angeles Family Housing
Corporation
Vineland Place
Families
120 family beds/18 family units
Penny Lane Permanent
7 family beds/5 family units/3
Penny Lane Centers
Housino
Families
individual beds
Los Angeles Family Housing
26 individual beds
Corporation
Klump SRO Apartments
Adult Women
Valley Village
Carriage House
Disabled
8 individual beds
Safe House - Permanent
Multi-
17 individual beds/7 family
Friends Research Institute
Housing
Diagnosed
beds/8 family units
Multi-
14 individual beds/8 family
Serra Project
CHOISS Program SPA 2
Diagnosed
beds/4 family units
Multi-
14 individual beds/8 family
Serra Project
CHOISS Program SPA 2
Diagnosed
beds/4 family units
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2. Homeless Prevention Programs and Services
Homeless prevention programs and services available to residents in the Santa Clarita
Valley include:
• Lutheran Social Services- Provides case management service to persons to help
end homelessness, including help to develop self-sufficiency plans, counseling,
career development, motivational seminars, job search assistance, transport to
interviewing, the use of the office address for submitting applications, and referrals
for substance abuse and other problems. In addition, they help in meeting rent
obligations of most needy low-income families in the City of Santa Clarita through
the eviction prevention program. Individuals who want to move to lower rent
residences to avoid eviction from their current residences will also be given cost of
moving assistance if the need is clearly established.
3. Unmet Needs
A gap analysis of transitional and permanent shelter beds in the continuum of care system
for Los Angeles County can be found in HUD Table 1A of the Strategic Plan Section of this
document; however it is based on 68,608 homeless persons countywide on any given
night, as data at this level of analysis is not readily available for the City of Santa Clarita.
The City of Santa Clarita will continue to collaborate with the Los Angeles Homeless
Services Authority(LAHSA) in providing services for homeless persons and families in the
region.
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IV. HOUSING CONDITIONS
A. Housing Stock Characteristics
The age of a community's housing stock can
provide an indicator of overall housing conditions.
Housing diversity is an important factor in ensuring adequate housing opportunities for
residents. This section addresses the housing characteristics of the housing supply in
Santa Clarita including: growth, type and tenure, age, condition, costs, affordability, and
availability. The implications of these housing characteristics with respect to housing
programs are also examined.
1. Housing Growth
According to the 2000 Census, Santa Clarita had a housing stock of 52,456. By 2008, the
State Department of Finance estimated that Santa Clarita's housing stock had grown 11.9
percent (Table 16).
Table 16: ousing Units
Jurisdiction
1990
2000
2008
2000-2008
% Increase
Burbank
Single -Family Detached
31,784
36,160
61.6%
Glendale
72f114
73f713
74f799
1.5%
Lancaster
36,217
41,682
48,973
17.5%
Palmdale
24,400
37,136
44,907
20.9%
Santa Clarita
41,133
52,456
58,714
11.9%
Source: US Census, 1990 and 2000
2. Housing Type
As shown in Table 17, Single-family detached units comprised the largest percentage of
the housing stock in Santa Clarita (61.6 percent) and multi -family housing units make up
22 percent of the housing stock. Between 2000 and 2008, all types of housing units, with
the exception of mobile homes, experienced growth.
Table 17: Housing Stock Type
Housing Type
Santa Clarita
2000
2008
2008 % Total
% Change
Single -Family Detached
31,784
36,160
61.6%
13.8%
Single -Family Attached
6,314
6,937
11.8%
9.9%
Multi -Family
12 118
13 377
22.8%
10.4%
Mobile Homes
2,240
21240
3.8%
0.0%
Total
52,456
58,714
100.0%
11.9%
Source: US Census, 1990 and 2000
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3, Housing Condition
The relatively recent development of much of the City means that most of the housing has
been built pursuant to recent building codes and seismic standards, is served by adequate
sewer and utility systems, has access to adequate schools and parks, and is maintained in
a safe, habitable condition for residents. A few portions of the City have older housing
units, in which property maintenance issues arise more often. These areas are regularly
monitored by the City's Community Preservation Section to ensure that property
maintenance issues are addressed immediately before the properties deteriorate into a
blighted condition. Lack of maintenance can have a negative effect not only on the value
of an individual home, but on the value of adjacent properties in a neighborhood. The City
pursues remedies to gain code compliance, and offers assistance to qualified homeowners
with maintenance needs that they cannot afford to pay for themselves. The City's
Community Preservation program responds to complaints as well as conducting regular
proactive inspections in selected areas where there are concentrations of structural
problems and/or deferred maintenance. The City's Redevelopment Division funds three
residential rehabilitation programs described under the "Substandard Housing" section.
a. Age of Housing
Age of housing is often an indicator of housing conditions. Many federal and state
programs use age of housing as one factor to determine housing rehabilitation needs. It
is generally accepted that housing over thirty years old needs minor repair, while housing
older than fifty years is apt to need major rehabilitation. Rehabilitation needs may include
new plumbing, roof repairs, foundation work and other repairs.
Table 18 indicates
that 55 percent of the housing units in Santa Clarita are less than 30
years old. Approximately 39 percent (20,349 units) of Santa
Clarita's housing
units were
built between 1979 and 1959 (over 30 years, but under 50
years old) about
5 percent
(2,820 units) are
over 50 years old. Typically, older units
are a source of
affordable
housing stock for
low- and moderate -income residents as
rents and sales
prices are
usually lower. It is
important to preserve these units as affordable housing stock through
careful monitoring,
code enforcement, and rehabilitation.
18,880
Source: US Census 2000
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Table 18: Age
of Housing
Stock
Year Built
Santa Clarita
Number
Percent
1990
to
2000
10 407
19.8%
1980
to
1989
18,880
36.0%
1970
to
1979
10,656
20.3%
1960
to
1969
9 693
18.5%
1940
to
1959
21422
4.6%
1939
or
earlier
398
0.8%
Total
52,456
100.0%
Source: US Census 2000
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b. Substandard Housing
Substandard housing units may consist of the following conditions: Structural hazards,
poor construction, inadequate maintenance, faulty wiring, plumbing, fire hazards, and
inadequate sanitation.
The 2000 Census indicated that in Santa Clarita, 96 owner -occupied units and 76 renter -
occupied units lacked complete plumbing facilities. Given the young age of the housing
stock in the City, the number of substandard housing units is limited, though isolated
substandard conditions nonetheless exist.
The City's Building and Safety Division estimates that approximately 10% of the housing
units in the City are substandard. The City does not have a policy of regular canvassing of
neighborhoods to locate substandard units. City Code Enforcement Officers generally
investigate complaints of substandard conditions when they are received. Deterioration of
the City's housing stock is most notable in the older neighborhoods in Newhall and Canyon
Country.
Staff conducted a windshield survey in 2007 of the areas which have been identified as
having older housing stock with potential for property maintenance needs. The survey did
not identify each property with maintenance issues, but instead assessed the overall
housing conditions in each area surveyed. Between 120 and 208 residential properties in
the survey areas, or between 4% and 7% of all properties surveyed are in need of some
maintenance or rehabilitation to meet minimum habitability standards of the City.
The City currently offers a Residential Rehabilitation program, which provides grants up to
$5,000 to income -qualified, owner -occupants. The program allows homeowners to repair
damages and/or code violations within their home. Typical repairs include but are not
limited to, electrical, roofing, windows, flooring, and modifications needed to improve
disabled access. The program is extensively advertised through brochures, periodic
targeted mailings, and on the City's website.
In addition, grants of up to $2,500 for minor home repairs for low- and moderate -income
homeowners through the Handyworker program and the City has a Property Rehabilitation
program that offers grants for property repairs under $1,000 that are not eligible under
the Residential Rehabilitation Grant or Handyworker Program to low- and moderate -
income homeowners.
4. Housing Occupancy and Tenure
The number of occupied dwelling units in Santa Clarita was 50,685, according to the
Census 2000. Of these, 37,891 units (75 percent) were owner -occupied and 12,794 (25
percent) were renter -occupied, indicating that ownership is attainable in the City.
While the majority of households in the City are owner -occupied, the City's First -Time
Homebuyer Program, providing downpayment and mortgage assistance, seeks to increase
the opportunity for low- to moderate -income renter -households to become homeowners.
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S. Housing Costs
Housing costs are indicative of housing accessibility for all economic segments of the
community. Typically if housing supply exceeds housing demand, housing costs will fall.
If housing demand exceeds housing supply, housing costs will rise. If housing costs are
high in comparison to the resident's income, a community will experience higher levels of
overcrowding and overpayment. Housing costs also affect where a person will choose to
live and the type of financing they might receive.
In Santa Clarita, housing costs continued to rise during 2000 to 2006 and have begun to
decline since 2007, as in most cities in California.
a. Ownership Housing
The value of homes varies substantially within the City of Santa Clarita, depending on the
age, size and location of the home. The California Association of Realtors (CAR) reported
that the median price of a single family residence in Santa Clarita in January 2009 was
$366,000. A year earlier the median reported was $497,500, illustrating a 26.4 percent
decrease. While the overall market is slowing, homes in Santa Clarita have done so at a
slower rate than many of the surrounding areas. Table 19 shows the median cost of resale
housing in Santa Clarita along with surrounding areas.
Table 19: Median Cost Of Resale Housing
Jurisdiction
January 2009
January 2008
% Change
Burbank
$445,000
$510,000
-12.7%
Glendale
$457,000
$487,500
-6.3%
Lancaster
$140,000
$260,000
-46.2%
Los Angeles County
$300,000
$465,000
-35.5%
Palmdale
$135,000
$300,000
-55.0%
San Fernando
$250,000
$535,000
-53.3%
Santa Clarita
$366,000
$497,500
-26.4%
Canyon Country
$307,500
$395,500
-22.3%
Newhall
$190,000
$327,000
-41.9%
Saugus
n/a
n/a
n/a
Valencia
$391,000
$460,000
-15.0%
Source: California Association of Realtors (CAR) 2009
The First -Time Buyer Housing Affordability Index prepared by the California Association of
Realtors (CAR) measures the percentage of households who could afford to buy an entry-
level home. The percentage of households that could afford to buy an entry-level home in
California stood at 53 percent in the third quarter of 2008, compared with 24 percent for
the same period a year ago. The number for Los Angeles County was 10 percentage
points lower (less affordable) at 42 percents'.
CAR also reported that the minimum household income needed to purchase an entry-level
home valued at $287,760 in California in the third quarter of 2008 was $56,100, based on
an adjustable interest rate of 5.91 percent and assuming a 10 percent down payment.
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First-time buyers typically purchase a home equal to 85 percent of the prevailing median
price. The monthly payment including taxes and insurance was $1,870 for the third
quarter of 2008. In contrast, the minimum household income needed to purchase an
entry-level home at $332,680 in Los Angeles County was $64,800, with a monthly
payment of $2,160. Santa Clarita's median income is $66,717, indicating that
homeownership is more accessible in the City as opposed to the County where the median
income is much lower at $42,189.
Recent sales data indicate that condominiums in the City are affordable per CAR's report;
however, the number of bedrooms and particular area of the City have a significant
impact on price. The Newhall area had the lowest sales prices, as shown in Table 20.
Table 20:
Santa Clarita Valllejr
Condo Sales
Price Range by Area
City Name
Bedrooms
Low
Hicjh
Santa Clarita
2
$155,000.00
n/a
Santa Clarita
3
$334,900.00
n/a
Santa Clarita
4
$349,900.00
n/a
Saugus
2
$120,000.00
$295,000.00
Saugus
3
$253,000.00
$340,000.00
Saugus
4
$333,000.00
n/a
Canyon Country
1
$100,000.00
$130fOOO.00
Canyon Country
2
$109,000.00
$268fOOO.00
Canyon Country
3
$135,000.00
$334,900.00
Canyon Country
4
$349,900.00
$355,075.00
Newhall
1
$115,000.00
$125,000.00
Newhall
2
$105,000.00
$314,950.00
Newhall
3
$168,000.00
$350,000.00
Valencia
1
$109,000.00
$241,500.00
Valencia
2
$135,000.00
$490,000.00
Valencia
3
$206,000.00
$499,000.00
Source: MLSAlliance, 2008
As shown in Table 21, single family homes are significantly higher priced than
condominiums and are not close to the affordable figure of $332,680 provided by CAR;
especially for larger units.
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Table 21: Santa Clarita Valley Sin le Family Home Sales Price Range/Area
City Name
Bedrooms
Low
Hiah
Santa Clarita
2
$220,000
n/a
Santa Clarita
3
$319,900
495 000
Santa Clarita
4
$526,000
$870,000
Newhall
2
$155,000
n/a
Newhall
3
$208,000
$420,000
Newhall
4
$335,000
$455,000
Newhall
5
$450,000
585 000
Saugus
2
$355,000
Saugus
3
$270,000
$425,000
Saugus
3
$300,000
$453,900
Saugus
4
$291,000
$680,000
Saugus
5
$325,375
1 200 000
Saugus
6
$580,000
n/a
Canyon Country
2
$125,000
$300,000
Canyon Country
3
$205,000
$815,000
Canyon Country
4
$208,000
$682,990
Canyon Country
5
$270,000
$508,900
Canyon Country
7
$1,000,000
n/a
Valencia
1
$190,000
n/a
Valencia
2
$260,000
$395,000
Valencia
3
$280,000
$535,000
Valencia
4
$359,000
$212501,000
Valencia
5
$435,000
$1,100,000
Source: MLSAiiiance, 2008
b. Rental Housing
The rental housing market in Santa Clarita has increased dramatically over the past
several years, with current rents for two-bedroom apartments averaging around $1,200.
Market rents are beyond the level affordable to most low- and moderate -income (<80%
MFI) households.
A rental survey was conducted in January 2009 to evaluate trends in the Santa Clarita
apartment rental market that resulted in the following:
• one -bedroom apartment rents range from $1,075 - 11339;
• two-bedroom rents range from $1,248 - $1,420; and
• three-bedroom rents range from $1,661 - $2,283
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The City's last Consolidated plan reported that in 2003, rent levels were much lower:
one -bedroom rents located in Saugus ($675) and Santa Clarita ($760).
least expensive two-bedroom rents in Newhall ($725).
least expensive three-bedroom rents in Newhall ($1,285) and Canyon Country
($1,285).
Valencia was consistently the highest cost community regardless of bedroom size,
with top rents of $1,599 for one -bedroom units, $2,689 for two-bedroom units, and
$2,809 for three-bedroom units.
The Analysis of Impediments to Fair Housing Choice (AI) reports that market rent levels
are well above fair market rents (FMR) and the payment standards established by the
Housing Authority of Los Angeles (HACoLA), making it difficult for Section 8 tenants to
find available units in Santa Clarita. Rising rents and low vacancy rates are providing a
disincentive to landlords to participate in the program. In addition, the absence of a local
Section 8 office serves as a barrier to both landlords and prospective Section 8 tenants.
The "fair market" rents in each area are designated by HUD through a process in which
the local housing authority submits a survey of area rents and recommendations for
maximum allowable rents, and HUD staff review and approve or change the
recommendations. HUD -approved "fair market rents" are set for the entire County or
metropolitan statistical area (MSA) and are often lower than median rent in many
communities, making it difficult for renters with Section 8 vouchers to find apartments
that the housing authority will approve. In Santa Clarita, while the majority of rents
exceed the fair market rents, there are units available at a cost that the Section 8
program would approve; though renters with Section 8 vouchers may have a hard time
finding them.
Bedroom Size
0 Bedroom (studio)
1 Bedroom
2 Bedrooms
3 Bedrooms
4 Bedrooms
5 Bedrooms
c. Housing Affordability
2009 Fair Market Rents in Los Angeles County
$ 904
$1090
$1,361
$1,828
$2,199
$2,529
Federal and state guidelines state that households should not spend more than 30 percent
of their gross income on housing, otherwise they are considered to be overpaying. The
affordability threshold is adjusted based upon the size of the households. Table 22
estimates the maximum housing costs affordable to very low-income, low-income, and
moderate -income households in Santa Clarita by income for home purchase or rent.
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Table 22: Affordable Housing Prices and Rents by Income Groups
Income Category
Maximum Home
Maximum Home
purchase
Purchase Price
Rental Rate
Extremely Low Income (0-30% MFI)
$75,521
$465/month
Less than $18,630
moderate- income
persons.
Low Income (31%- 50% MFI)
$126,031
$776/ month
Less than $31,050
Moderate Income (51-%- 80% MFI)
$201,715
$1,242/ month
Less than $49,680
Middle Income (81%- 95%)
$239,558
$1,475/ month
Less than $58,995
*Based on County Median Family Income of $62,100. Calculation
of affordable rent is based on 30% of
gross household income. Calculation of
affordable home
purchase
is based on an annual interest rate of
6.25%, 30 -year mortgage, and monthly
payment of 30%
of gross
income.
As shown in Table 22, comparing the affordability index with current market data on rents
and mortgages indicates that:
• Extremely
low- and
low-income households cannot afford
housing of adequate size
in the City
of Santa
Clarita whether ownership or rental.
Of these new
• Low-income households cannot afford housing of adequate size in the City of Santa
Clarita whether ownership or rental; however smaller unit condominiums along with
downpayment assistance might be able to occur.
• Moderate -income households are able to rent one and two-bedroom apartments,
though large moderate -income households may not be able to afford larger sized
units. Homeownership does not appear to be affordable to moderate -income
households in Santa Clarita.
6. Projected Housing Needs
State law requires local jurisdictions to provide for their share of regional housing needs.
As part of the Regional Housing Needs Assessment (RHNA), the Southern California
Association of Governments (SCAG) determines the housing growth needs by income
category for cities within its jurisdiction, which includes the City of Santa Clarita. RHNA
determinations also calculate the projected new construction necessary to accommodate
the anticipated population through 2014. The construction need is calculated by factoring
in projected population, vacancy rates, housing market removals, and existing housing
stock.
As illustrated in Table
23, Santa Clarita
is required to
provide opportunity for the
construction of
9,598 new
dwelling units.
Of these new
units 59.5 percent are to be
provided to very
low- to
moderate- income
persons.
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Table 23: RHNA New Housin Construction Needs by Income Group
Income Category
Overall Housing Unit
Construction Need
Percent of Need by
Income Group
Very Low (0-50% County MFI)
21493
26.0%
Low (50-80% County MFI)
1 560
16.2%
Moderate (80-120% County MFI)
11657
17.3%
Above Moderate (Over 120% County MFI)
3t888
40.5%
Total Need
9 598
100%
Source: SCAG, 2007
7. Housing Needs and Problems of Low- and Moderate -Income Persons
The following summarizes the housing assistance needs of low- and moderate -income
households in the City based on information provided by the 2000 Census and CHAS data.
Households with housing problems are defined by HUD and include:
• Occupying units with physical defects (lacking complete kitchen or plumbing)
• Living in overcrowded conditions (more than one person per room); and
• Experiencing a housing cost burden, including utilities, exceeding 30 percent of
gross income.
Based on these criteria, in 2000, approximately 37.5 percent of all households in Santa
Clarita reported some type of housing problem. In contrast, 80 percent of low- to
moderate -income households reported some type of housing problem.
Housing problems reported by race indicate that 56.4 of Hispanic households reported
having housing problems followed by 44.4 percent of Asian households. Similar in
proportion were 37.4 percent of African-American households, 37.0 percent of Pacific
Islander households and 33.7 percent of White households. Native American households
reported the least at 20 percent. While it appears that Hispanics and Asians are
disproportionately affected by housing problems, this may be due to the lower incomes
they earn or possibly their traditionally larger household sizes.
Disproportionate need exists when the percentage of persons in a category of need who
are members of a particular race or ethnic group is at least 10 percentage points higher
that the percentage of persons in the category as a whole. Based on the 2000 CHAS data,
the following disproportionate needs were indicated for African-Americans: extremely low-
income owners and renters in the "other" household category; low-income elderly renter
households, moderate -income large renter households, and moderate -income "other"
households. For Hispanics the following categories indicated disproportionate need: Low-
income elderly and large owner households and moderate -income elderly renter
households.
S. Overcrowding
The Census defines overcrowding in a dwelling as 1.01 or more persons per room. The
kitchen, living, dining and bedrooms are counted as 'rooms" but the bathroom is
excluded, for purposes of this definition. A unit is considered severely overcrowded if
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there are 1.51 or more persons per room. Overcrowding can indicate a problem with
housing affordability.
Typically, overcrowding results when, in order to cope with high housing costs,
households that need three or four bedrooms squeeze into a smaller apartment, or two
families reduce expenses by sharing an apartment or single-family home.
According to the 2000 Census, 1,065 or 2.8% of Santa Clarita's 37,801 owner -occupied
units were overcrowded and another 808 or 2.1% were severely overcrowded.
Overcrowding was more frequent among renter households than owner -occupied
dwellings, with 883 or 6.9% of the 12,794 rental households reporting more than 1.01
persons per room, and another 1,179 or 9.2% severely overcrowded households reporting
1.5 or more persons per room.
The amount of overcrowding (a total of 16.1% of renter households) indicates that despite
an ample supply of larger units, the disparity between the low incomes of a portion of
Santa Clarita households and the high median rents means that in order to afford their
rent, some families have to crowd into units that are too small to adequately
accommodate the number of family members.
9. Overpayment
Federal standards set the amount that lower income households should pay for rent at
about 30% of their income. Federal Housing Administration (FHA) guidelines for owners
set the proportion of gross income paid for mortgage costs alone at 29% of income, with
an allowance of 41% of gross income for all debt.
Extremely low-income owners and renters in Santa Clarita, meaning those earning 30% or
less of median income, have very high cost burdens. Nearly three quarters of both renters
and owners in this income category are paying more than half their incomes for housing
costs. Even when households earn between 30% and 50% of the median income, 65.6%
of renters and 61% of owners are paying more than half their incomes for housing.
Housing cost burdens are not as high among renters and owners who earn between 51%
and 80% of median income. Although 72.1% of renters and 67.3% of owners in this
income category are paying more than 30% of income for housing, only 17.2% of renters
pay more than 50% of their incomes for rent, while 43.4% of owners still have housing
cost burdens of more than 50% of income.
It is clear from this data that high housing costs impose a severe burden on those with
the lowest incomes. It is not possible to tell from the Census data whether costs for
owners are calculated before or after taxes. If before taxes, then owners' real costs may
be somewhat lowered by the mortgage interest deduction.
10. Foreclosures
The subject of foreclosures on mortgage loans for homes and condominiums has been of
national and statewide concern in recent years (2007 to 2009) due to the large number of
families that have lost their homes during this period. In many cases, foreclosures have
occurred on loans that were made subject to adjustable interest rates and/or balloon
payments that seemed reasonable in an expanding housing market, but which became
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excessive for homeowners in an economic downturn and contracting housing market.
Foreclosures are an issue because they result in displaced households that may have
trouble finding adequate, affordable replacement housing; they may result in vacant
housing stock that is subject to vandalism or lack of maintenance; and the foreclosure
crisis affects the economy due to loss of jobs in construction, finance, real estate, and
related industries.
According to the City's draft Housing Element, there were 473 foreclosures in the City of
Santa Clarita in the second quarter of 2008, more than three times the number of
foreclosures during the same period in 2007. This number is also an increase over the first
quarter of 2008, when there were 315 foreclosures. These foreclosures pose a number of
problems for the Santa Clarita community by displacing families, depressing housing
prices and leaving some neighborhoods with vacant housing that is not adequately
maintained.
The
location
of
Affordable
Housing can be found
on Figure
4
The
location
of
Affordable
Senior Housing can be
found on
Figure 5
The
location
of
the City's
Mobile Home Parks can
be found
on Figure 6
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V. PUBLIC AND ASSISTED
HOUSING NEEDS
Public and assisted housing address a critical need for
affordable housing in the community. This section provides
an overview of public and assisted housing projects in Santa Clarita, as well as tenant -
based Section 8 rental assistance.
A. Public Housing
The only public housing complex in Santa Clarita is Orchard Arms, which is operated by
the County of Los Angeles. Orchard Arms is a 182 -unit apartment project serving low-
income elderly and disabled residents. 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. No public housing units are anticipated to
be lost through demolition or conversion.
1. Resident Initiatives
The City of Santa Clarita owns no public housing units and is not involved in the
management of any public housing. The City has not undertaken any activities to
encourage public housing residents to become owners of their public units or developed
any other ownership opportunities for these residents.
2. Public Housing Improvements
The Housing Authority of Los Angeles County's HACoLA's Capital Fund Program provides
for a variety of improvements to the public housing stock, including the installation and/or
replacement of: security lights, water heaters, evaporative coolers, exterior doors and
screens, asphalt parking areas, trash enclosures, carports, and obsolete HVAC systems;
and the modernization of vacant units. Many of these improvements are required to
correct deficiencies identified by the HUD Real Estate Assessment Center (REAC) during
their annual inspections of the properties. All identified Health and Safety deficiencies are
addressed and corrected within 24 hours. In addition, the modernization of vacant units
provides residents with up-to-date, clean, modern housing. It is the goal of HACoLA to
maintain the appearance of each neighborhood it owns and inspect all of its units to
ensure a good quality appearance; however there are no public housing projects operating
by the City of Santa Clarita.
B. Section 8 Rental Assistance
The City of Santa Clarita collaborates with the Housing Authority of Los Angeles County
(HACoLA) to administer the Section 8 Program rental assistance to families whose income
does not exceed 50 percent of the median income through the housing choice voucher
program. Under this program, the Housing Authority makes subsidy payments to owners
on behalf of the assisted family.
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A payment standard is used to
determine
the maximum amount
of assistance, which is
usually between 30 percent and
40 percent
of their adjusted
gross
income.
1. Patterns of Occupancy
The City's Analysis of Impediments to Fair Housing Choice (AI) reported that as of
November 2003, 242 Santa Clarita residents were receiving Section 8 housing vouchers;
however, as of March 13, 2009 there are 162 vouchers within the City. Table 24 describes
the race, ethnicity, and characteristics of voucher holders, the estimated eligible
population (renters earning less than 50% of median family income), and the proportion
of the need group that is served. As a result of switching databases, the County is
currently not able to provide updated information by bedrooms and race or ethnicity;
As illustrated by Table 24, approximately 65 percent of Santa Clarita's vouchers are
distributed to Whites, 17 percent to African-Americans, and 15 percent to Hispanics.
Given that African-Americans make up only two (2) percent of the City's population and
represent 17 percent of the vouchers, this group appears to be overrepresented; though,
this is a trend consistent within the County.
Table 24: Section 8 Vouchers
Race/Ethnicity
Santa Clarita
Percent
White
158
65%
Black
42
17%
American Indian
3
1%
Hispanic
36
15%
Asian
3
1%
Totall
242
100%
Source: City of Santa Clarita Analysis of Impediments to Fair Housing Choice, 2004.
The City's AI further stated that HACoLA's Analysis of Impediments to Fair Housing Choice
(2002) reports that countywide, White and Hispanic residents are under -represented and
African American residents are over -represented in the Section 8 program relative to their
proportion of the total County population. The reasons for the disparity in representation
are unclear. Lower-income Hispanic and Asian populations may face language barriers,
may be unfamiliar with the Section 8 program, or may be reluctant to interface with
government officials. To ensure that all members of the community are familiar with
Section 8, HACoLA advertises program availability in both English and Spanish, Section 8
staff members are bilingual, and Section 8 applications are available in Spanish. To
increase the awareness of Section 8 resources among families of races and ethnicities
with disproportionate needs, as well as to the elderly and disabled, HACoLA has adopted
the following strategies:
• Affirmatively market to race/ethnicities shown to have disproportionate housing
needs.
• Counsel Section 8 tenants as to location of units outside of poverty or minority and
assist them to locate those units.
• Market the Section 8 program to owners outside of areas of poverty/minority
concentration.
• Apply for special purpose vouchers targeted to the elderly and families with
disabilities, should they become available.
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• Advertise and market the Section 8 program at Social Security offices, senior
centers, and neighborhood centers.
• Affirmatively market to local non-profit agencies that assist families with
disabilities.
2. Section 8 Admission Policies
According to HACoLA, over 550 Santa Clarita residents in November 2003 were on the
waiting list for assistance. As the County recently changed their database and tracking,
there is currently not more recent data available. Since the demand for housing
assistance far exceeds the limited resources available, long waiting periods are common,
with over 121,000 on the County -wide wait list. The amount of time on the wait list can
disproportionately impact the elderly, who may be frail and have health problems. HUD
allows Housing Authorities to develop local preferences to prioritize Section 8 assistance.
HACoLA has developed the following preferences, which it uses to prioritize the Section 8
waiting list:
1. Victims of Domestic Violence/Homeless: This preference includes emancipated
youth aging out of foster care between the ages of 18 and 21. The homeless
criteria were expanded to include single elderly and disabled people.
2. Date and time of registration on the preliminary waiting list/Veteran's and
Veteran's families.
3. Jurisdictional Preference: Families who live and/or work in the jurisdiction of the
HACoLA will be admitted before families outside its jurisdiction.
C. Assisted Housing Units "At Risk"
Santa Clarita has 602 units for families and individuals in 10 developments, and 956 low -
and very low-income units in senior developments that are made affordable to low- and
very low-income tenants with state or federal finance. In 2006, 66 affordable units
converted to market rents. According to the City's Housing Element, an additional 112
units in two developments are at high risk of losing their subsidies and converting to
market rates. These units include 76 senior units affordable at 50% of median income;
and 36 family units affordable to households earning 50% or less of median income (very
low-income). Conversion of these units to market -rate rents would be a significant loss of
affordable housing in Santa Clarita. To the extent feasible, the City will work to preserve
affordable units at risk of losing their subsidies and converting to market -rate rents.
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VI. Barriers to Affordable
Housing
Affordable housing barriers exist in the form of market
factors and governmental regulations. Barriers or
impediments to affordable housing are caused when the incentive to develop such housing
is removed due to excessive development costs and/or the lack of community
commitment. Because of the barriers, housing development can be rendered economically
infeasible, or the housing produced may not be affordable to low- and moderate -income
households. Some development costs are motivated by economic conditions and issues
that affect the real estate market and are outside the control of local government.
This section assesses the effect of various barriers on the production and affordability of
housing in Santa Clarita. Local government cannot control many factors that tend to
restrict housing supply especially those that relate to regional, national, and international
economy. Various factors not under the control of local government influence the cost,
supply, and distribution of housing. These factors include land costs, construction costs,
and financing costs.
A. Market Barriers
1. Land Costs
The cost of developable land has a direct impact on the cost of a new housing unit. The
higher the cost of land, the higher the price or rent of a new unit will be. Developers,
therefore, will normally seek to obtain local government approval for the largest number
of lots or units allowable on a given parcel of land. This allows a developer to spread the
costs for off-site infrastructure improvements (streets, water lines, etc.) and other
construction and financing costs over the maximum number of units.
Land prices contribute 10-30% to total housing costs. Land in some areas costs more than
land in others, due to the availability of services, access, neighborhood quality, distance to
business centers and commercial areas, and other physical characteristics. Land prices in
the City vary, depending on location and developmental constraints. Vacant land within
the City is generally more expensive than vacant land in the unincorporated area of the
Santa Clarita Valley.
2. Construction Costs
Construction costs present another significant expenditure in the production of affordable
housing. For multi -family uses, multi -story structures and underground parking can add
significantly to the cost of construction. In California, developer return on investment, or
profit margins, based on high demand market rates can be a constraint to the production
of affordable housing, particularly in a slow economy such as the present.
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Thus, the developer profit margin can be a constraint to the provision of affordable
housing and cost containment for the low or moderate -income buyer or renter and may
contribute to the difficulty of providing affordable housing.
3. Lack of Adequate Infrastructure
Housing must be provided with public services such as roads, water services, sewage
disposal, waste disposal, electricity, natural gas, telephone services, schools, parks,
libraries, and fire and police protection services. The availability of services and
infrastructure influences the extent of infrastructure development that developers have to
pay for in order to serve their developments. Leapfrog, or piecemeal, development results
in the expensive extension of services and facilities to outlying areas and the
underutilization of facilities near existing development.
4. Mortgage Financing
Construction loans for the development of housing have interest rates ranging from 5-9%.
Rates affect market rents and purchase costs. High interest rates could slow construction
activities and increase housing costs. Interest rates are presently at a low level and the
cost of housing in the Santa Clarita Valley has been dropping. The combination of lower
housing costs and low interest rates has lowered monthly payments and increased the
number of households who qualify for home ownership. Unfortunately, this is balanced by
the high unemployment rate in the Southern California region, which has lowered
household income. Financing is generally available for new and existing home purchases
in the Santa Clarita Valley. Redlining was not indicated when financing availability was
researched through the Home Mortgage Disclosure Act or the Community Reinvestment
Act sources.
Under the Community Reinvestment Act (CRA) of 1977, banks are required to loan money
in low- and moderate -income communities, have meaningful communication with
members of the community regarding banking services, and market or provide special
credit -related information to make residents aware of the credit services. In tandem with
the CRA, the Home Mortgage Disclosure Act (HMDA) requires lending institutions to
disclose the disposition of each home purchase and improvement loan application. The
following summarizes residential lending activities of conventional home purchase loans,
as related to the availability/accessibility of financing.
The annual HMDA data for 2007 (the most recent year available) indicates that 9,146
conventional home mortgage applications were submitted for homes in Santa Clarita. Of
the applications, 51.2 percent were approved, 15.9 percent were denied, 8.2 percent were
withdrawn, and 1.9 percent were closed for incompleteness.
The HMDA data indicates that 51 percent of the applications were from White Non -
Hispanic households, 19.5 percent from Hispanic households, 8.5 percent from Asian
households, and 3 percent from Black households. These percentages are consistent with
the City's ethnic composition.
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Approximately 1.5 percent of applications were filed by households earning less than 80
percent of the County MFI; 4.6 percent were filed by households earning between 80 and
120 percent of the County MFI; 81.6 percent were filed by households earning greater
than 120 percent of the County MFI; and 12.3 percent of incomes were not available.
These percentages are consistent with the City's income composition.
HMDA data indicates that very few government -backed financing applications were
received (55 applications). These types of loans typically help lower income applicants.
The low number of applications received may indicate that these types of programs are
not being adequately marketed in the area, or may be a result of the higher cost of
housing that exceeds the FHA maximum loan amount of $475,000. Recent changes to the
FHA maximum purchase price may impact these figures in the future. Given the higher
incomes earned by residents in Santa Clarita, another explanation may be that residents
prefer conventional financing and have the down payment typically required by lenders.
B. Government Barriers
Local government can constrain the production of affordable housing in a variety of ways,
including: limiting the land designated for residential development and/or the densities at
which that development can occur, imposing fees or exactions (park fees, permit
processing fees, etc.), and requiring lengthy review periods prior to approval or denial of a
project. However, it is important to recognize that the goal of producing a range of
affordable housing may at times conflict with other City goals, such as the desire to
provide sufficient open space and recreation facilities, the desire to protect unique
environmental features and historic resources, and the desire to ensure the health and
safety of the residents by maintaining an acceptable level of community services and
infrastructure. The need to ensure adequate housing for all economic segments of the
community must be balanced with these goals.
1. Land Use Controls
The City of Santa Clarita's Unified Development Code (UDC) was adopted in 1992 and
amended through December 2008. The residential districts and their respective maximum
density as established in the City's Development code are proposed as follows (the City is
currently in the process of updating its General Plan and these designations are not yet
officially adopted as part of the One Valley One Vision document):
• Non -Urban 1 (NU
1)
(1 du/20 acres)
• Non -Urban 2 (NU
2)
(1 du/10 acres)
• Non -Urban 3 (NU
3)
(1 du/5 acres)
• Non -Urban 4 (NU
4)
(1 du/2 acres)
• Non -Urban 5 (NU
5)
(1 du/acre)
• Urban Residential
1
(UR 1) (2 du/acre)
• Urban Residential
2
(UR 2) (5 du/acre)
• Urban Residential
3
(UR 3) (6 - 11 du/acre)
• Urban Residential
4
(UR 4) (10 - 18 du/acre)
• Urban Residential
5
(UR 5) (19 - 30 du/acre)
• Mixed Use - Neighborhood (MXN) (6-18 du/acre)
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• Mixed Use - Corridor (MXC) (11-30 du/acre)
111 Mixed Use - Urban Village (MXUV) (19-50 du/acre)
• Regional Commercial (CR) (18-50 du/acre)
111 Community Commercial (CC) (11-30 du/acre)
111 Neighborhood Commercial (NC) (6-18 du/acre)
According to the City's Draft Housing Element, the One Valley One Vision General Plan
adopted many principles of smart growth including: transit -oriented development,
walkable neighborhoods with access to services, non -motorized mobility options,
promotion of balanced jobs and housing, live -work units, and mixed-use development.
The new document is aimed at alleviating many of the previous documents constraints on
development, specifically mid -point densities, restrictions on mixed-use developments,
and overall increases in densities allowed.
The City currently allows density bonuses. Existing density bonus law requires local
governments to grant density bonuses of at least 25 percent, plus additional incentive(s)
or equivalent concession/incentives, to developers who construct at least: 20% of their
units for lower income households, 10% for very low-income households, or 50% for
senior citizens18.
Manufactured homes offer additional affordable housing opportunities to City residents.
Manufactured housing units are permitted by right in any residential district where single-
family dwellings are permitted. Table 25 illustrates the City's Development Code
Standards.
Table 25: Development Code Standards
Maximum
Minimum
Max Lot
Lot Width
Front Yard
Side Yard
Rear Yard
Height
Lotsize
coverage
Setback
Setback
Set Back
Residential Estate (RE)
Reside)
5 ft. (reverse
35 ft.
2 gross acres
N/A
100 ft.
20 ft.
corner lot 20
15 ft.
ft.
Residential Very Low
5 ft. (reverse
(RVL) (NU5)
35 ft.
N/A
N/A
100 ft.
20 ft.
corner lot 20
15 ft.
ft.
Residential Low (RL)
5 ft. (reverse
(URl)
35 ft.
N/A
N/A
75 ft.
20 ft.
corner lot 20
15 ft.
ft.
Residential Suburban
5 ft. (reverse
(RS) (UR2)
35 ft.
N/A
N/A
50 ft.
20 ft.
corner lot 20
15 ft.
ft.
Residential Moderate
5 ft. (reverse
(RM) (UR 3 & 4)
35 ft.
N/A
N/A
50 ft.
20 ft.
corner lot 20
15 ft.
ft.
Residential Medium
5 ft. (reverse
High (RMH) (UR5)
35 ft.
N/A
N/A
50 ft.
20 ft.
corner lot 20
15 ft.
ft.
Residential High (RH)
5 ft. (reverse
(UR5)
35 ft.
N/A
N/A
50 ft.
20 ft.
corner lot 20
15 ft.
ft.
Source: City of Santa Clarita Draft Housing Element and Development Code Chapter 17.
" California Housing Law Advocate, 2006.
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2. Community Care Facilities
State law (Lanterman-Petris-Short Act) authorizes care facilities serving 6 or fewer
disabled persons or dependent and neglected children on a 24 -hour -a -day basis to be
considered residential uses and be permitted in all residential zones.
The City of Santa Clarita permits Care Facilities in the residential zoned areas by right and
requires a conditional use permit (CUP) in the RM, RMH, and RH districts. Thus, the City is
in compliance with California State Law and does not appear to be discriminating against
the disabled or imposing any unnecessary constraints to development.
3. Parking Regulations
When parking requirements are high, housing development costs tend to increase,
restricting the range of housing types available in a community. Typically, the concern for
high parking requirements relates only to multi -family housing. The City's parking
requirements are as follows:
• Single-family unit: 2 enclosed spaces;
• Two-family units: 2 spaces/unit;
• Multi -family units: 1.5 spaces for studios; 1.75 spaces for one -bedroom; 2 spaces
for two -plus bedrooms; plus 1 guest space/2 units for projects with over 3 units. All
spaces to be enclosed (except guest parking).
• Mobile home park: 2 spaces per unit plus one guest per 2 units (may be
• uncovered);
• Senior/disabled: 0.5 space/unit with plot plan review and deed restriction;
• Mixed use: same as above except 1 -bedroom: 1 space/unit and allowance for
shared guest spaces;
• Specific plans: parking may be reduced;
• Boarding house: 5 spaces per sleeping room plus 2;
• Residential services/care home = 2 spaces;
• Second unit: 1 space/2 bedrooms;
• Residential health care: 0.5 space/unit;
• Community care: 0.5 space per room;
• Shared parking allowed with a CUP;
• Tandem parking allowed in multi -family developments with a Minor Use Permit.
Per the City's
Housing Element,
these
standards are similar
to
those found throughout
California and
no unusual don't
pose a
significant constraint
to
the production of housing.
4. Codes and Enforcement
Building and safety codes are adopted for the purposes of preserving public health and
safety, and ensuring the construction of safe and decent housing. However, compliance
with these codes can add to the cost of housing construction and act as a constraint to
residential development.
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S. Uniform Building Code
The Uniform Building Code (UBC) regulates the physical construction of dwellings and
includes plumbing, electrical, and mechanical divisions. The purpose of the Building Code
and its enforcement is to protect the public from unsafe buildings and unsafe conditions
associated with construction. The City has adopted the State Uniform Building and
Housing Code, which is considered to be the minimum necessary to protect the public
health, safety, and welfare.
The City complies with all state and federal requirements for accessibility in housing,
including new accessibility standards for multifamily buildings (effective July 1, 2005) per
SB 1025, which require 10 percent of the total dwelling units in multistory (townhouse -
type) buildings without an elevator that consist of at least four condominium dwelling
units or at least three apartment dwelling units to meet accessibility requirements.
According to an article in Builder's Magazine, the concept behind the new legislation is
based on the concept of "visitability", which means that a house meets three basic
requirements; 1) it includes at least one no -step entrance, 2) doors and hallways are wide
enough to navigate through, and a bathroom on the first floor is big enough for
wheelchair access19. Thus, those with disabilities are able to visit non- disabled people.
6. Americans with Disabilities Act
All residential construction in Santa Clarita must comply with the Americans with
Disabilities Act (ADA). ADA requirements include a minimum number of accessible units
for the physically disabled.
7. Planning and Development Fees
Development fees and taxes charged by local governments also contribute to the cost of
housing. Building, zoning, and site improvement fees can significantly add to the cost of
construction and have a negative effect on the production of affordable housing. Santa
Clarita charge fees to offset the costs associated with permit processing, though they are
not a deterrent to housing development.
S. Permit and Processing Procedures
The processing time required to obtain approval of development permits is often cited as a
contributing factor to the high cost of housing. For some proposed development projects,
additional time is needed to complete the environmental review process before an
approval can be granted. Unnecessary delays add to the cost of construction by increasing
land holding costs and interest payments. The City of Santa Clarita also offers a One -Stop
process through the Planning Division. A One -Stop is a preliminary development review by
City staff and other related agencies to provide comments on proposed developments
The associated fee for a One -Stop is applied to future entitlements required when
continuing through the development process.
" Gonzales, Manual, Builder and Developer Magazine, June 2005.
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9. Davis -Bacon Prevailing Wages
A prevailing wage must be paid to laborers when federal funds are used to pay labor costs
for any project over $2,000 or on any multi -family project over eight units. The prevailing
wage is usually higher than competitive wages, raising the cost of housing production and
rehabilitation activities. Davis -Bacon also adds to housing costs by requiring
documentation of the prevailing wage compliance. These requirements often restrict
participation by small, minority contractors. Conversely, many of the workers hired for
these projects are better paid due to Davis -Bacon requirements. This is helpful for the
low- or limited -skilled workers who are intended to be the beneficiaries of this federal law.
10. Public Opposition to Affordable Housing
Not -in -My -Back -Yard (NIMBY) is a term used to describe opposition by local residents to
construction, typically of affordable housing, though also in public facilities. Public
opposition to affordable housing projects can cause delays in the development review
process and sometimes can lead to project denial. A large amount of funds can be spent
by developers of affordable housing but ultimately with a proposed project being denied
during the public hearing process due to public opposition.
11. Reduction of Barriers to Affordable Housing
Santa Clarita works to minimize the financial impact of efforts to protect public health and
safety by taking actions to reduce costs or provide off -setting financial incentives to assist
in the production of safe, high quality, affordable housing.
To ensure the development of affordable housing, the City will make efforts to ensure that
developmental review processes are efficient, fees reasonable, and that the development
industry is involved in the formulation of policies regarding development review processes
and fees. Currently, the City is exploring an inclusionary housing ordinance which may
include an in -lieu housing fee, to provide funds for the City's affordable housing programs.
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VII. Lead-based Paint Hazards
and Reduction Strategy
The lead-based paint hazards and reduction strategy
section provides an outline of the actions to be
undertaken to evaluate and reduce lead-based paint inwMMIT
hazards in the City of Santa Clarita. Congress adopted the Residential Lead -Based Paint
Hazard Reduction Act of 1992, which focuses on homes (rather than on response to
poisoning cases), identification/reduction of paint hazards (as opposed to elimination of
lead-based paint only), and adds new federal requirements, including incorporating a
lead-based paint hazard response in Consolidated Plans at state and local levels.
Lead poisoning is a leading environmental hazard facing American children. In 1978, LBP
was banned from residential use. It is estimated that more than one-half of the total
United States housing stock contain lead hazards. The presence of LBP in itself is not a
hazard, it only becomes a hazard when it becomes exposed to the environment as in
buildings where paint is allowed to chip or peel.
A. Childhood Lead Poisoning
The Childhood Lead Poisoning Prevention Program (CLPPP) is a Division of Community
Epidemiology Unit of the Los Angeles County Department of Health and Human Services.
It seeks to prevent lead poisoning among children under age of six through community
education and to provide case management to children identified with dangerous blood
lead levels.
The Center for Disease Control has determined that a child with a blood lead level of 15 to
19 mg/dL is at high risk for lead poisoning, while a child with a blood lead level above 19
mg/dL requires full medical evaluation and public health follow-up (referred to as a case).
According to the Los Angeles County Department of Health and Human Services CLPPP,
there were 28 elevated blood lead levels (15 + mg/dQ reported for youth under six (6)
years of age in Santa Clarita between 2000 and 2008, of which seven (7) were cases.
In contrast, there were 1,313 cases reported for the County, of which 135 cases were
reported for the San Fernando SPA (between 2000 and 2007)20. Of the cases reported for
the County as a whole, the majority were from Hispanic households (76 percent), followed
by White (13 percent), and Black (six percent). The County also reported that 69 percent
were from paint, 34 percent were from a take home source (adult working with lead), 32
percent were from dust, 19 percent from a home remedy, 19 percent from soil, and less
than five percent each from the following categories: hobbies, other (candies, spices,
mini -blinds, toys, jewelry, or other non-traditional sources of lead), pottery, or water.
20 htto://l)ublichealth.lacounty.gov/lead/reports/lead6 color 2007 2.pdf
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Given the relatively low number of cases reported in Santa Clarita and the City's newer
housing stock (80% of the housing stock in Santa Clarita was built after 1980), lead-
based paint will remain a low priority during the five year period; however the City will
follow its strategy to help reduce hazards as described later in this section.
B. Lead Hazard Information
Sources for Lead Hazard Information include:
• The HUD Office of Healthy Homes and Lead Hazard Control, which operates the
"Healthy Homes" program to protect children and their families from lead
poisoning. The program develops lead-based paint regulations and offers lead-
based paint hazards information via the internet in the form of brochures and fact
sheets featuring childhood lead screening guidance.
htti)://www.hud.gov/offices/lead/hhi/index.cfm
• The U.S Environmental Protection Agency National Lead Information Center has
several free lead poisoning prevention booklets that are available by calling 1 (800)
424-5323 or going online to http://www.er)a.aov/lead/.
• U.S. Department of Health and Human Services, Centers for Disease Control and
Prevention (CDC) - Visit the CDC Web site http://www.cdc.ciov/nceh/lead/ or, call
the National Lead Information Center at 1 (800) 424 -LEAD [5323].
• The Environmental Health Coalition offers publications, fact sheets and reports on
lead hazards and other toxic substances.
http://www.environmentalhealth-ora/LeadPoisoninci/lead poisoning.html
• The
Alliance
to Childhood Lead
Poisoning
offers fact sheets and brochures.
htti)://www.afhh.org/aboutus/about
us
main.htm
• Children's Environmental Health Network offers resources fact sheets, and
brochures. http://www.cehn.org/index.htmi
• The State of California Department of Health Services, Childhood Lead Poisoning
Prevention Branch has information specific to controlling lead hazards and regulate
Lead Safe work practices in California.
http://ww2.cdph.ca.gov/programs/CLPPB/Pages/default.aspx
• Lead -related Construction Information Line, 1(800) 597 -LEAD [5323]
• The City of Santa Clarita's Building and Safety Division has literature available
relative to lead-based paint hazards. Part of the City's strategy is to increase
awareness of the dangers of lead-based paint. The Los Angeles County Health
Department contracts services with the State for community outreach and
education programs.
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C. Detection
There are three ways to detect LBP; X-ray Fluorescence (XRF) using a hand held analyzer,
lab testing, and "wet chemical" spot testing. Typically, XRF is used first, then lab -testing
for verification. "Wet chemical" kits are available in hardware stores, but are not
considered very reliable. Following are the six lead-based paint hazards known to produce
lead exposures that are known to have poisoned children: (1) Deteriorated lead based
paint on any exterior or interior surface. (2) Lead-based paint on any friction surface,
particularly floors and windows painted with lead-based paint. (3) Lead-based paint on
any impact surface, such as door frames. (4) Lead-based paint on any accessible surface,
that a young child could chew or mouth, such as a window sill. (5) Lead contaminated
dust -interior household surface dust that contains lead in excess of a federal standard, as
established by the EPA in April 1994. (6) Lead contaminated soil. It is believed that lead in
households dust is the most common vector for childhood lead poisoning.
D. Risk Factors
There are several factors identified in the Technical Assistance Bulletin I Lead -Based Paint
Hazards and the Comprehensive Housing Affordability Strategy: How to Respond to TITLE
X produced by the National Center for Lead -Safe Housing, which put communities at high
risk. These are the following: structure age, structure condition, poverty and property
tenure, families with young children and known lead -poisoning cases.
E. Number of Housing Units with Lead -Based Paint
The age of housing stock is the key variable in estimating the number of housing units
with potential lead-based paint (LBP) hazard - the use of all lead-based paint on
residential property was prohibited starting in 1978. The areas of the City with the oldest
housing stock, the stock most likely to contain LBP, are also the areas with the greatest
incidence of substandard housing conditions.
Based on the national average, 75 percent of all residential properties built prior to 1978
contain lead-based paint. Approximately 30 percent (12,513 units) of the Santa Clarita
housing stock were built prior to 1979. Using the national average, approximately 9,385
housing units in Santa Clarita may contain LBP. Table 26 presents estimates of housing
units with potential LBP.
Table 26: Number of Housing Units with Lead Based Paint
Santa Clarita
Year Built
Units
Percent with
LBP
Estimated No. of Units with LBP
After 1980
29,287
1960-1979
91693
62% + 10%
61010 + 969
1940-1959
21422
80% + 10%
11938 + 24
Before 1940
398
90% + 10%
358 +40
Total Units
41,800
81306 + 11033
Source: 2000 Census Tabulation
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CHAS data further indicates that approximately 1,886 low to moderate- income
households in Santa Clarita occupied housing units built prior to 1970 (51 percent renters
and 49 percent owners).
F. Lead Safe L.A. 2010
Los Angeles County is currently involved in the implementation of a strategic plan to
eliminate childhood lead poisoning by 2010 called Lead Safe L.A. 2010. Los Angeles
County Public Health is the oversight agency for the plan and encourages cities to include
the following recommendations and suggestions in their Consolidated Plans:
• Specify actions and activities for lead hazard evaluation and/or reduction such as is
recommended below in the narrative of your document:
o Education and outreach, if any. (Who will provide education in your city and
how will it be carried out)
o Will written educational materials be distributed
o Who will do the inspections, assessments, and rehabilitation work (Will it
include testing and abatement)
o Who is eligible and what is the contact information to apply for lead
rehabilitation funds
o How will your city monitor rehabilitation work and who has the oversight to
ensure that the work is conducted in a safe manner
• Will your City consider a partnership
• If you observe an older unit being renovated where lead safe practices are not
employed, would you support the County's mission and call the CLPPP or building
and safety department for support
• The County CLPPP will train building and safety staff or department of planning and
redevelopment employees to understand lead poisoning prevention and lead safe
work practices
• Refer to LACLPPP any lead -poisoned children or addresses of suspected lead
poisoned children to assist in tracking
The City of Santa Clarita addresses the County's recommendations in its Strategy
described below.
G. Strategy
Santa Clarita has a need for lead -hazard free housing and continues to work to reduce
lead-based paint hazards to comply with 24 CFR Part 35. While the number of units
considered to contain lead-based paint is relatively low, the City will address the problem
of LBP hazard by establishing a program for evaluating and reducing lead hazards during
repair and renovation of older housing stock. A public information campaign to warn
people about the need to maintain buildings, which may contain LBP, as well as other
programs to encourage home maintenance, will aid in mitigating LBP hazards in the City
of Santa Clarita. The City also provides rehabilitation of housing through the Community
Development Block Grant (CDBG) Handy -worker, Residential Rehabilitation, and Property
Rehabilitation programs. The programs aid in correcting substandard conditions, which
contribute to LBP hazards. The City will also encourage land -owners, especially owners of
units where children live, to correct substandard conditions to minimize LBP hazards. Due
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to the mean age of the City's housing, homes containing lead-based paint are not believed
to be a significant problem. However, the City will continue to provide information and
assistance to evaluate and reduce lead-based paint hazards through the following actions
and activities:
• All qualified applicants for services through the Handyworker, Residential
Rehabilitation Grant Program, and Property Rehabilitation Grant Program, prior to
December 2008, have been provided with the HUD pamphlet, "Protect Your Family
from Lead in Your Home" outlining the dangers of lead-based paint and steps for
safe mitigation. A new pamphlet from the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA)
"Renovate Right: Important Lead Hazard information for Families, Child Care
Providers, and Schools" is now used. When a homeowner of a home built before
1978 applies to any of the City's rehabilitation programs for work that may disturb
lead-based paint, an inspection test is ordered. When containment and/or
abatement are required, the homeowner is required to use a contractor certified by
the state of California in lead -safe work practices.
• As part of the City's contract with the Fair Housing Council of the San Fernando
Valley, information is provided to landlords, renters, and various property
management agencies regarding the dangers of lead-based paint and appropriate
mitigation strategies.
• The City's Planning Division provides the public with information on lead-based
paint hazards through one-on-one contact with building inspectors, code
enforcement officers, and the general public. The City's Planning Division public
service counter provides the public with the written materials listed below.
o Lead Paint Safety/A Field Guide for Painting, Home Maintenance, and
o Renovation Work (Pamphlet - HUD Office of Healthy Homes and Lead Hazard
Control).
o Attention! (Flyer - U.S. Environmental Protection Agency)
o Reducing Lead Hazards When Remodeling Your Home - (English and Spanish
Pamphlet /U.S. Environmental Protection Agency).
o The Lead -Based Paint Pre -Renovation Education Rule (U.S. Environmental
Protection Agency)
o Renovate Right: Important Lead Hazard Information for Families, Child Care
Providers, and Schools (EPA flyer required after December 2008)
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VIII. Fair Housing
The Fair Housing Council of San Fernando Valley, a private
fair housing group, is under contract to serve as
administrator for fair housing services in Santa Clarita.
A. Impediments
The City is currently updating its Analysis of Impediments to Fair Housing Choice (AI) and
anticipates adoption in fiscal year 2009-2010. The City will incorporate the new
impediment findings and recommendations in subsequent Annual Action Plans.
The following is a
list of key conclusions of impediments
identified in the
City of Santa
Clarita Analysis of
Impediments to Fair Housing Choice (AI)
study adopted in
2004:
• The City Administrative Services Department, Fair Housing Council of the San
Fernando Valley (FHC), Southland Regional Association of Realtors, and Apartment
Owner's Association conduct extensive fair housing education and outreach.
However, FHC case studies document continued fair housing violations among both
small and large property managers/owners in Santa Clarita, indicating the need for
expanded fair housing training.
• Due to their specific housing needs, persons with disabilities are vulnerable to
discrimination by landlords, who may not be familiar with the reasonable
accommodation protections contained in the Fair Housing Act. Given the continued
prevalence of discrimination complaints from disabled households, the FHC cites the
need to identify accessible units in the City and to ensure landlords make
reasonable accommodations.
• Issues concerning familial status also comprise a significant portion of fair housing
complaints and cases in Santa Clarita. Additional outreach on the rights of families
with children in rental housing is needed.
• The Santa Clarita Unified Development Code currently requires a conditional use
permit for community care facilities with fewer than six persons in multi -family
zoning districts, providing a disincentive for the provision of such uses.
• While the City has utilized the density bonus ordinance to facilitate affordable
housing, current ordinance requirements for preliminary project approvals, fiscal
impact statements, and project proximities appear to conflict with state density
bonus law.
• The City's
recently adopted second
unit ordinance
establishes reasonable
standards
to facilitate the creation of
second units, while
ensuring neighborhood
compatibility.
However, requirements
that the combined residential density
maintain
General Plan thresholds will
significantly limit
the number of parcels
eligible to
add a second unit.
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• The continued rise in
subprime
lending activity
in Santa Clarita is a concern
given the higher rates
associated
with these loans.
This is also an area of concern
since predatory lending
is considered a subset of the
subprime market.
• The higher level of subprime lending activity among both African Americans and
Hispanics is a concern, particularly if these households would normally be eligible
for loans from prime lending institutions.
• The high level of withdrawn or incomplete applications among some major
prime lenders active in Santa Clarita suggests a lack of education or confusion
about the lending process. This may indicate a need for greater outreach and
education, especially in minority and other underserved communities that may not
be familiar with the lending process.
• Analysis of the reasons for denial of home purchase loans among Hispanics and
African Americans indicates that unlike Whites and Asians, debt -to -income ratio is
not a major factor in loan denial among these groups, further indicating the need
for targeted homebuyer education.
B. Recommendations for Addressing Impediments
Recommendations are organized by activity type as outlined in HUD's 1998 Fair Housing
Planning Guide. The recommendations listed below are directed to the City, its Fair
Housing Service Provider, lending institutions, and other service agencies that assist
Santa Clarita residents.
Education and Outreach Activities
Action i.i: In partnership with the FHC, continue multi -faceted fair housing outreach to
Santa Clarita residents, real estate professionals, apartment owners/managers, bankers
and advocacy groups. Expand media outreach to include the Santa Clarita Signal and the
City's quarterly newsletter.
Action 1.2: Conduct focused fair housing outreach to both larger property management
companies active in the City, as well as to small property owners/landlords. Send fair
housing literature to Section 8 landlords and managers of County bond -financed projects,
and other property managers/owners utilizing FHC's database. Invite these entities to
attend a free apartment manager training to be offered through FHC in the City, and
advertise additional training available through the Apartment Association of Greater Los
Angeles (AAGLA).
Action 1.3: Conduct training at the Housing Authority of the County of Los Angeles
(HACoLA) to educate staff involved with Section 8 and County bond -financed projects
regarding fair housing issues and requirements.
Action 1.4: Initiate discussions with HACoLA about the need for establishing monthly
office hours in Santa Clarita to improve tenant and landlord access to Section 8.
Coordinate with HACoLA in conducting focus groups with property owners and managers
to discuss the benefits of participating in the Section 8 program.
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Action 1.5: Coordinate with the Southland Regional Association of Realtors on fair
housing education and outreach to the local real estate community. Make periodic
presentations to the Association to discuss current fair housing issues and trends in the
community, as well as available City housing programs.
Action 1.6: Collaborate with the Southland Regional Association of Realtors in sponsoring
a "home buyer's workshop" to educate prospective purchasers on favorable home
purchase tools.
Action 1.7: In conjunction with lenders, the FHC, and other local consumer service
agencies, provide education and outreach to Santa Clarita residents about the lending
process. Educate residents about the lending market, including both prime and subprime
markets. Use these workshops to raise awareness about the lending process, the dangers
of predatory lending, and the resources available to residents.
Action 1.8: Conduct targeted outreach to minority groups and the elderly in Santa
Clarita to educate them about the lending process, especially about the risks of subprime
lending. Solicit assistance from the County Community Service Center and the Santa
Clarita Valley Committee on Aging.
Action 1.9: Continue open representation on Santa Clarita's Commissions and
Committees which address housing and related community development issues for
residents to voice their concerns. These bodies include: Newhall Redevelopment
Committee — Housing Subcommittee; Planning Commission; and the Parks, Recreation
and Community Services Commission.
Enforcement Activities
Action 2.1: Continue to provide investigation and response to allegations of illegal
housing discrimination through the FHC. For cases which can not be conciliated, refer to
the Department of Fair Housing and Employment (DFEH), U.S. Department of Housing
and Urban Development (HUD), small claims court, or to a private attorney, as warranted.
Action 2.2: Continue to review FHC quarterly discrimination reports to assess Santa
Clarita trends and patterns over time, and tailor fair housing education and outreach
accordingly.
Action 2.3: Continue to provide general counseling and referrals over the phone
regarding tenant -landlord issues through the Santa Clarita Administrative Services
Department and the FHC.
Action 2.4: Coordinate review of hate crime data on an annual basis between the Los
Angeles County Sheriff's Department and the FHC to evaluate as a potential fair housing
issue. Continue to promote appreciation of cultural diversity through activities of the
Human Relations Forum, and provide coordinated response to victims of hate crimes.
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Monitoring Lending, Housing Providers, and Local Real Estate Practices
Action 3.1: Contract with the FHC to conduct quarterly monitoring meetings at banks
with Community Reinvestment Act (CRA) commitments. Meetings will focus on review of
home mortgage lending activity, loan programs/products for underserved areas and
populations, subprime lending, branching/acquisition issues, first time homebuyers and
fair lending policies.
Action 3.2: Continue to monitor the reasons for denial of home purchase loans among
Hispanics and African Americans. As income is not currently the primary factor in loan
denial among these groups, work through the FHC and California Reinvestment
Committee (CRC) to urge lending institutions to provide additional education and outreach
on the loan approval process, how to improve credit ratings, and available favorable home
purchase tools.
Action 3.3: Monitor the marketing and advertising efforts of subprime lenders to ensure
they are not targeting minority or other underserved groups. Monitor advertising and
outreach to ensure that it is balanced and informative.
Action 3.4: Urge lending institutions to adopt fair housing guidelines that ensure, among
other items, that those who are eligible to receive a prime loan based on their credit
rating do so.
Action
3.5:
Continue to monitor
real
estate
advertisements in the local newspapers for
content
and
compliance with HUD
fair
housing
guidelines.
Action 3.6: Include
non-discriminatory
and fair
housing language in all City and
Redevelopment Agency
affordable housing
contracts
and agreements.
Investigative Testing and Auditing Local Real Estate Markets
Action 4.1: Support the FHC in conducting an accessibility audit of post -March 1991
rental housing, and, as necessary, develop recommendations to bring buildings into Fair
Housing Act and California Title 24 compliance. Work with the FHC in developing a
comprehensive inventory of accessible housing in Santa Clarita for use as a resource by
interested parties.
Action 4.2: As appropriate, conduct audits to evaluate apparent patterns of
discrimination in Santa Clarita, such as issues related to familial status. To the extent such
audits reveal significant discrimination, widely publicize the results to serve as a deterrent
to other property owners and landlords.
Land Use Policies to Affirmatively Further Fair Housing
Action 5.1: Amend the Unified Development Code to permit community care facilities
with six or fewer occupants by right in multi -family zoning districts (RM, RMH, RH).
Action 5.2: Ensure that CUP (or MUP) conditions placed on community care facilities with
seven or more occupants, transitional housing and emergency shelters are focused on
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neighborhood compatibility and ensuring proper management and licensing, and do not
act to constrain the provision of such facilities.
Action 5.3: Amend the City's density bonus ordinance to allow affordable housing density
bonuses "by right", eliminating current requirements for preliminary approvals, fiscal
impact statements, and project proximities to specified services. Promote among the
development community through creation of an Affordable Hosing Brochure, and through
advertisement with the Building Industry Association (BIA).
Action 5.4: In conjunction with advertisement of the revised density bonus ordinance,
highlight opportunities for developers to take advantage of available fee
reductions/waivers in exchange for provision of affordable units.
Action 5.5: Review the current requirement that second units not exceed the allowable
density of the parcel in conjunction with the City's General Plan update, and revise as
appropriate to facilitate the creation of second units while ensuring neighborhood
compatibility.
Increasing Geographic Choice in Housing
Action 6.1: Facilitate the provision of affordable housing throughout the community
through the following Housing Element programs:
• Newhall Infill Sites Program
• Re -designation of Key Sites to Multi -family Development
• Mixed Use Overlay Along Designated Commercial Corridors
Action 6.2: Provide Redevelopment Agency support of affordable housing through site
assembly and financial assistance.
Action 6.3: Continue to offer homebuyer assistance to low- and moderate income
households on a citywide basis, and participate in programs offered through outside
agencies which can also assist middle income households. Coordinate with the Southland
Regional Association of Realtors in conducting a home buyer's workshop in Santa Clarita.
Action 6.4: Continue to implement a residential rehabilitation program as a key tool to
sustaining neighborhoods.
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IX. Community Development
Needs
Based on various community meetings, surveys and phone
interviews, the following section describes the City's eligible
non -housing community development needs, which include, but are not limited to:
• Infrastructure Improvements
• Public Facilities Improvements
• Public/Community Services
• Accessibility Needs
• Economic Development
• Strategic Planning Areas
A. Infrastructure Improvements
Infrastructure projects
using
CDBG funds must be conducted in
eligible low- and
moderate -income census
tracts
or block groups. Over the next five
years the City will
consider these types of
projects
on an as -needed basis:
• Drainage Improvements
• Disabled Accessibility
• Curb and Sidewalk Installation/Rehabilitation
• Street Improvements
B. Public Facilities Improvements
Public facilities serving the low- and moderate income community may be considered by
the City for CDBG funding over the next five years:
• Community Centers
• Neighborhood Parks/Playgrounds
C. Public/Community Services
Providing community services is an essential part of the City's community development
strategy. CDBG and non-CDBG funds will continue to be budgeted for programs
addressing community services, which may include:
• Health Services
• Housing Services
• Senior Services
• Abused and Neglected Children Services
• Crime Awareness Services
• Disabled Services
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• Transportation Services
• Youth Services
• Victims of Domestic Violence Services
D. Accessibility Needs
Persons with physical disabilities, including blindness, deafness, difficulty communicating,
and persons who suffer from brain impairments due to disease, accidents, or resulting
from birth, often have accessibility needs.
The Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) went into effect in January 1992 and provided
comprehensive civil rights protection to persons with disabilities in the areas of public
accommodation, employment, state and local government services, and
telecommunications. The design, implementation, and maintenance of all park facilities
must comply with ADA. Persons of all abilities must have the opportunity to participate in
recreational activities.
The City will continue to work toward compliance with ADA. CDBG funds will continue to
be budgeted for pedestrian ramps and toward upgrading of playground equipment, parks
facilities, community parks, and other areas where accessibility improvements are
identified.
E. Economic Development
Currently, there are many commercial centers in the City. More commercial opportunities
are needed to guide the City to a diversified economy. A considerable challenge to the
City is maintaining sales tax dollars within the community.
One of the key benefits of the expansion of commercial opportunities in Santa Clarita is
the creation and enhancement of job opportunities for area residents, particularly if
they're high paying jobs. The City's most recent accomplishments include the creation of
an Enterprise Zone.
With the creation of jobs, the need for job training resources arises. The City currently
coordinates with the Chamber of Commerce, the County of Los Angeles, the California
Employment Development Department, educational institutions, the California Trade
Commission for referral to various employment training programs. It is the City's goal to
provide a variety of economic development activities that create and retain jobs for low -
and moderate -income households. Activities that may receive funding during Consolidated
Plan period may include: micro -enterprise assistance; job training services; exterior
facade improvements to buildings in need of improvement; and technical assistance.
F. Strategic Planning Areas
The City seeks to disburse funds strategically within the low- and moderate -income target
areas. Figure 7 shows the proposed disbursement of CDBG funded projects during the first
program year (2009-2010) of the Consolidated Plan only.
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X. HOUSING & COMMUNITY
DEVELOPMENT STRATEGIC PLAN
The five-year Housing and Community Development
Strategy describes: 1) Resources available for housing and
community development activities; 2) Priorities for assisting households; 3)
and activities to assist those households in need; 4) Specific objectives
proposed accomplishments.
A. Resources Available
Strategies
identifying
A number of housing and community development resources are currently available in the
City of Santa Clarita. They include:
• Community Development Block Grant (CDBG)
• State HOME funds
• General funds
• Redevelopment Tax Increment funds
• HUD Section 108 Loan funds
• HUD Section 8 Rental Assistance Program (through the Housing Authority of the
County of Los Angeles)
• State transportation funds
• California Housing Finance Agency funds (CalHFA)
In addition, a number of new resources are anticipated to become available from the
Housing and Economic Recovery Act of 2008 (HERA) and the American Recovery and
Reinvestment Act of 2009 (ARRA). These resources will be included in future Annual
Action Plans as they become available.
B. Housing and Community Development Priorities
In establishing five-year priorities, the City has considered input from various sources
including: the Community Development Needs Assessment Survey, demographic and
empirical data analysis, interviews with staff and service providers, and direct input by
residents and stakeholders during public meetings. The following priority levels were
established during the Consolidated Plan process:
• High Priority: Activities to address this need will be funded during the five-year
period.
• Medium Priority: If funds are available, activities to address this need may be
funded during the five-year period.
• Low Priority: The City will not directly fund activities to address this need during
the five-year period, but other entities' applications for federal assistance might be
supported if found to be consistent with the Consolidated Plan.
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• No Such
Need: There is no
need or that
this need is already
substantially
addressed.
The City will not
support other
entities' applications
for federal
assistance
for activities where no
such need has
been identified.
Priority needs that form the basis for establishing objectives and outcomes in the
Strategic Plan and subsequent Annual Action Plans are as follows (though not listed in a
specific order of priority):
• Affordable Housing
• Infrastructure
• Supportive Human Services
• Economic Development
• Administration
The City
of
Santa Clarita has
incorporated performance
measure objectives/outcomes for
activities
in
accordance with
the Federal Register Notice
dated March 7, 2006:
General Objective Categories
Activities will meet one of the following:
• Decent Housing (DH)
• A Suitable Living Environment (SL)
• Economic Opportunity (EO)
The City of Santa Clarita will consider
during the 2009-2013 Consolidated Plan
and general priority for funding.
General Outcome Categories
Activities will meet one of the following:
• Availability/Accessibility (1)
• Affordability (2)
• Sustainability (3)
a variety of community development activities
HUD Table 2B summarizes the community needs
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HUD Table 2B
Priority Community Development Needs*
Priority Need
Priority
Need
Level
Unmet
Priority
Need
Dollars to
Address
Need
5 Yr Goal
Plan/Act
Annual
Goal
Plan/Act
Percent
Goal
Complete
Acquisition of Real Property
M
Parents.
0
Disposition
L
0
Clearance and Demolition
M
0
Clearance of Contaminated Sites
L
0
Code Enforcement
H
500 000
1000
1 200
Public Facility General
M
200 000
2
N/A
Senior Centers
M
0
Handicapped Centers
M
0
Homeless Facilities
M
0
Youth Centers
M
0
Neighborhood Facilities
M
$0
Child Care Centers
L
0
Health Facilities
M
0
Mental Health Facilities
L
0
Parks and/or Recreation Facilities
M
0
Parking Facilities
L
0
Tree Planting
L
0
Fire Stations/Equipment
M
0
Abused/Neglected Children Facilities
L
0
Asbestos Removal
L
0
Non -Residential Historic Preservation
L
0
Other Public Facility Needs
L
$0
Infrastructure General
H
200 000
2
N/A
Water Sewer Improvements
M
0
Street Improvements
M
0
Sidewalks
M
0
Solid Waste Disposal Improvements
L
0
Flood Drainage Improvements
M
0
Other Infrastructure
H
$0
Public Services General
M
$0
Senior Services
M
$200,000
2,000
400
Handicapped Services
M
$150,000
1,625
325
Legal Services
L
$0
Youth Services
L
0
Child Care Services
L
0
Transportation Services
M
0
Substance Abuse Services
L
0
Em to ment/Trainin Services
M
0
Health Services
M
50 000
125
25
Lead Hazard Screening
L
0
Crime Awareness
L
$0
Fair Housing Activities
H
$100,000
875
175
Tenant Landlord Counseling
M
Other Services**
M
$0
Economic Development ED General
M
0
C I Land Acquisition/Disposition
L
0
C I Infrastructure Development
L
0
C I Building Ac uisition Const Rehab
L
0
Other C I
L
0
ED Assistance to For -Profit
M
12
ED Technical Assistance
M
0
Micro -enterprise Assistance
M
$0
Other
L
$0
*"Priority Need Level" is based
on the Housing and Community Development Needs survey
and Assessment. "Dollars to Address Need"
are estimates, which may vary
from actual funding amounts during the planning
period. C/I
is an abbreviation for Commercial/Industrial.
**Includes services for Abused
and Neglected Children, the Homeless, and Single
Parents.
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1. Housing Needs (Provision of Affordable Housing)
The quality and affordability of housing has been identified as a high priority need. As the
Needs Assessment indicated, a significant number of households are overpaying for
housing. This is a significant problem being most severe for lower income renter -
households. HUD Table 2A summarizes the housing needs for Santa Clarita as reported
by the 2000 CHAS data.
HUD Table 2A
Prioritv Needs Summary Table — Santa Clarita*
PRIORITY
HOUSING NEEDS
(households)
Priority Need
Level
High, Medium, Low
Unmet
Need
Goals
Renter
Small Related
0-30%
High
434
10
31-50%
Medium
375
16
51-80%
High
748
16
Large Related
0-30%
Medium
193
5
31-50%
Medium
212
9
51-80%
Medium
332
9
Elderly
0-30%
Medium
554
5
31-50%
Medium
535
10
51-80%
Medium
433
5
All Other
0-30%
Medium
376
0
31-50%
Medium
223
0
51-80%
Medium
316
0
Owner
0-30%
High
989
218
31-50%
High
11152
172
51-80%
High
21530
184
Special Needs
0-80%
High
-
100
Total Goals
Total 215 Goals
445
Total 215 Renter Goals
55
Total 215 Owner Goals
390
*Households with housing assistance needs in HUD Table 2A above are derived from 2000 CHAS data and are
based on the number of households experiencing "any housing problem". Program goals included in this
table are for: Housing Rehabilitation Programs; First -Time Homebuyer Programs; and New Construction.
Section 215 Goals are affordable housing units that fulfill the criteria of Section 215 of the National Affordable
Housing Act. For rental housing: a Section 215 unit occupied by a low- to moderate -income household and
bears a rent that is less than the Fair Market Rent or 30 percent of the adjusted income of a family whose
income does not exceed 65 percent of the area median income. For ownership housing: a Section 215 for -
sale unit is one to be purchased by a low- to moderate -income household and the sale price does not exceed
HUD mortgage limit. A Section 215 rehabilitated unit is one occupied by a low- to moderate -income household
and has a value after rehabilitation does not exceed the HUD mortgage limit.
Five -Year Priority: Housing activities that benefit low- and moderate -income
households will receive a high priority during the 2009-2013 Consolidated Plan period.
The intended outcomes are improved Availability/Accessibility (1), Affordability (2), and
Sustainability (3) of Decent Housing (DH).
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Implementing Programs:
The following
are programs implemented
by
the City to assist
low- and moderate- income
renter- and owner- households in the City
of
Santa Clarita:
Advocacy and Rehabilitation Proarams and Services
1. Fair Housing Services (SL -1): Administered through contract with Fair Housing
Council of San Fernando Valley (FHCSV), fair housing services are provided to all
residents who request counseling, resource referral, complaint investigation, and
public education on all forms of housing discrimination and landlord/tenant
mediation services.
2. Senior Access Services (DH -2): Address the need for affordable decent housing
by offering various free housing services to the senior population.
3. Handyworker Program (1314-3): Provides sustainability of decent housing by
offering minor home repairs for low- and moderate -income homeowners.
4. Residential Rehabilitation Grant Program (1314-3): Provides sustainability of
decent housing for low- and moderate -income home owners by providing grants for
home repairs.
5. Property Rehabilitation Grant Program (1311-3): Provides sustainability of a
suitable living environment by offering grants for up to $1,000 for property repairs
to low- and moderate -income homeowners.
6. Community Preservation Program (SL -3): Provides sustainability of a suitable
living environment by funding one (1) Community Preservation Officer to provide
code enforcement activities in the City's Redevelopment Project Area.
7, Lutheran Social Services Eviction Prevention Program (DH -1): Provides
case -management, direct cash rent assistance, as well as rent deposit and first
month's rent assistance to residents who are at risk of homelessness due to
eviction proceedings. Case -management and referrals are also provided to reduce
the risk of future evictions.
8. Lutheran Social Services Homeless Case Management (SL -1): Provides case
management for homeless individuals, including referrals to emergency shelter,
jobs search services, mental and physical health care, and legal services.
Homeownership Proarams
1, FirstHOME Program (DH -2): The City offers homeownership assistance through
the FirstHOME Program. FirstHOME provides low- and moderate -income first-time
homebuyers with a low-interest, second mortgage to be used as a down payment
on an owner -occupied primary residence. Repayment is deferred until the home is
sold, changes title, or ceases to be the borrower's primary residence. The primary
funding source for this program is HOME funds which are obtained through a
competitive application process through the State. While the City intends to apply
for HOME funds as often as they become available, it cannot predict the outcome of
those application efforts.
2. The California Housing Finance Agency (CaIHFA) (DH -2): Provides primary
and junior mortgage loans to first-time homebuyers at below-market interest rates.
The City will continue to coordinate the FirstHOME Program with CalHFA programs
in order to increase the low- and moderate -income homebuyer's opportunity for
homeownership.
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3, Southern California Home Finance Authority (SCHFA) (DH -2): Provides
moderate -income, first-time homebuyers with assistance towards purchasing a
home. They offers 30 -year fixed, 40 -year fixed, and 40 -year fixed with a 10 -year
Interest -Only 1st mortgage below-market interest rates. Forgivable loans of up to
4% of the purchase price are provided for downpayment and/or closing costs.
4. Mortgage Credit Certificate Program (DH -2): The Mortgage Credit Certification
(MCC) Program, operated by the County of Los Angeles, offers first-time
homebuyers with a federal income tax credit. This credit reduces the amount of
federal taxes the holder of the certificate would pay. It can also help first-time
homebuyers qualify for a loan by allowing a lender to reduce the housing expense
ratio by the amount of tax savings. The qualified homebuyer who is awarded an
MCC may take an annual credit against their federal income taxes paid on the
homebuyer's mortgage. The credit is subtracted dollar -for -dollar from the federal
income taxes. The qualified buyer is awarded a tax credit of up to 15%, and the
remaining 85% is deducted accordingly. The City will continue to be a participating
jurisdiction in this program so that homebuyers in Santa Clarita can benefit from
the federal Mortgage Credit Certification Program (MCC Program).
5, Southland Regional Association of REALTORS (DH -2): Provides a home
ownership grant to low- and moderate -income individuals and families who
purchase a home in the San Fernando and Santa Clarita Valley. The amount of the
grant will be $4,000 and the funds are paid after the close of escrow with no
repayment requirements.
Rental Programs
1, Section 8 Voucher Program (DH -2): Administered by the Housing Authority of
the County of Los Angeles (HACoLA), the Section 8 Voucher Program extends rental
subsidies to low-income (50 percent MFI) families and elderly who spend more than
50 percent of their income on rent, live in substandard housing, or have been
displaced. The subsidy represents the difference between 30 percent of the
monthly income and the allowable rent determined by the Section 8 program. Most
Section 8 subsidies are issued in the form of vouchers which permit tenants to
locate their own housing.
Development Financing Assistance Programs (New Construction)
1, Tax Exempt Multifamily Bond Program (DH -2): This program helps finance
below-market interest rate loans for construction and permanent financing to
developers of multi -family housing with at least 20 percent of the units for rent by
households at or below 50 percent of Median Family Income.
2. Affordable Housing Density Bonus (DH -2): Provides a by -right density bonus of
25% to developers of new housing who make 5% of new units affordable to
households earning 50% or less of area median income or 10% of units affordable
to households earning 80% of area median income. The density bonus can reach
35% if the project provides 11% of the units affordable to very low households
(earning 50% of less of median income), 20% of units affordable to households
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earning 80% or less of median income or 40% affordable to households earning
between 80% and 120% of the median income.
3. Land Banking/Write-Downs (DH -2): The City is considering establishing a
proactive City land banking strategy to facilitate the development of housing
affordable to low and very -low income households. Under this program the City
would acquire properties as they become available and offer the properties to
qualified developers through a Request for Proposal/Notice of Funding Availability
process.
4. Expedited Processing for Affordable Housing Projects (DH -2): The City will
continue an existing program to expedite processing for affordable housing
projects, including one-stop preliminary review, concurrent application review,
designation of a primary contact, construction and grading plan review, permitting,
and inspection.
Worst Case Needs
Worst case needs is defined by HUD as low-income renters with severe cost burden, in
substandard housing, or involuntarily displaced. According to the 2000 CHAS data,
presented in Table 2A, there are 2,902 low-income renters in Santa Clarita. Efforts to
address these worst case needs include: collaborating with the Housing Authority to
provide rental subsidies to low-income renters through the Section 8 Voucher Program;
assisting those in substandard housing with housing rehabilitation through the
Handyworker, Residential Rehabilitation and Property Rehabilitation programs; and
following the adopted relocation plan as needed for involuntary displacement.
➢ See HUD Table 2C for specific 5 -Year quantifiable objectives and outcomes.
2. Homeless Needs
Homelessness is a regional issue. The City participates in regional efforts to address the
needs for homeless services and facilities. The most immediate needs of the homeless
population are emergency food, clothing, and shelter. The more long-term needs are
transitional housing, permanent housing and supportive services in mental health, health,
employment, and transportation. The housing -related needs of homeless families, while
smaller in number, are more complex than those for homeless individuals. Larger shelter
units, child care, pediatric care, and education are needed services.
According to Los Angeles County's Homeless 2007 Count, there are approximately 68,608
homeless people in Los Angeles County, of which, 6,411 were located in SPA 2 (Santa
Clarita belongs to this area). Table lA below summarizes the homeless needs in the
County as a whole, while Table 1C illustrates the homeless objectives specific for the City
of Santa Clarita.
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HUD Table 1A
Continuum of Care: Housing Gap Analysis Chart
(Based on Los Angeles County Estimates )21
Current
UnderI
Unmet
89
Relative
Inventory
I Development
Need/
3 110
I Priority
Individuals
Example
Emergency Shelter
115
89
26
M
Emergency Shelter
3 110
0
2 087
Medium
Beds
Transitional
20
Medium
Housing
51106
281
10,203
Permanent
51314
Medium
Supportive
41950
820
30,359
583
Housin
Medium
Continuum
of Care: Homeless Population
and Sub o ulations Chart
Total
13,166
1,101
42,649
1 Medium
Persons in Families with Children
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Emergency Shelter
11290
52
2,819
Medium
Beds
Transitional
Housing
2 960
20
3 677
Medium
Permanent
Supportive
Housing
11920
511
51314
Medium
Total
61170
583
11,810
Medium
Continuum
of Care: Homeless Population
and Sub o ulations Chart
Part 1: Homeless Population
Sheltered
Unsheltered
Total
Emergency
Transitional
Example:
75 A
125 A
105 N
305
1. Homeless Individuals
41492
31925
43,548
51,965
2. Homeless Families with
Children
297
612
51329
61238
2a. Persons in Homeless
Families with Children
11033
11992
13,618
16,643
Total lines 1 + 2a
51525
51917
57,166
68,608
Part 2: Homeless
Subpopulations
Sheltered
Unsheltered
Total
1. Chronically Homeless
11604
20,772
22,376
2. Seriously Mentally III
4,382
3. Chronic Substance Abuse
2,567
4. Veterans
11712
5. Persons with HIV/AIDS
263
6. Victims of Domestic
Violence
1,190
7. Youth
218
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HUD Table 1C
Summary of Specific Homeless/Special Needs Objectives
(Table 1A/1B Continuation Sheet)*
Objective
Performance
Expected
Outcome/
#
Specific Objectives
Measure
Units
Objective
Homeless Objectives
1
Winter Shelter Program
# of people
200 unduplicated
SL -1
served
people 40 annual)
2
Creative Homeless Services
# of people
500 unduplicated
SL -1
served
people 100 annual)
Lutheran Social Services-
# of people
60 unduplicated
3
Eviction Prevention
served
people 12 annually)DH-2
Special Needs Objectives
4
Single Mothers Outreach
# of people
2,000 unduplicated
SL -1
served
people 400 annual)
Other Objectives
*"Expected Units" Goals are based on previous accomplishments reported by these agencies. These agencies
may or may not be funded in any given year; therefore the expected units/goals may or may not be
applicable in future reports.
Five -Year Priority: The 2009-2013 Consolidated Plan establishes a Medium priority level
for human services needs in Santa Clarita, of which homeless needs is a sub -category.
The City will continue its efforts in the prevention of homelessness by collaborating with
various agencies to provide services to the homeless population. The intended outcomes
are the provision of a Suitable Living Environment (SL) and expansion of
Availability/Accessibility (1) and are addressed through the human services priority need
category.
Implementing Programs:
1, Winter Shelter Program (SL -1): Santa Clarita Community Development
Corporation operates a Winter Shelter program, which provides emergency shelter
to the homeless during the cold winter months. While the program is primarily
funded by LAHSA, the City of Santa Clarita provides a site for the facility at no
charge.
2, Creative Homeless Services (SL -1): Provides availability of a suitable living
environment by offering an array of services to homeless persons, and those at -risk
of becoming homeless.
3, Lutheran Social Services- Eviction Prevention Program (SL -1): Provides
case -management, direct cash rent assistance, as well as rent deposit and first
month's rent assistance to residents who are at risk of homelessness. Case -
management and referrals are also provided to reduce the risk of future evictions.
4, Single Mothers Outreach (SMO) (SL -1): Provides emergency services, including
housing, to lower-income single mothers and fathers. SMO is seeking to buy or
rent a home in Santa Clarita for transitional housing for female head -of -household
families. This transitional housing will minimize family disruption by allowing
children to remain in their schools and mothers to remain in their jobs while they
move towards permanent housing.
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In addition the City will continue participating in the Los Angeles County Homeless
Services Authority (LAHSA) efforts to address homelessness. While not specifically funded
by the City, the Domestic Violence Center of the Santa Clarita Valley provides emergency
shelter and related support services for victims of domestic violence, which addresses that
particular special needs group.
➢ See HUD Table 2C for specific 5 -Year quantifiable objectives and outcomes.
3. Public Facility and Infrastructure Improvement Needs
Five -Year Objective: The 2009-2013 Consolidated Plan establishes a High priority for
public facility and infrastructure needs. The intended outcomes are the provision of a
Suitable Living Environment (SL) and Availability/Accessibility (1).
Implementing Programs:
1, HUD Section 108 Loan Repayment - East Newhall Project (SL -1): These
funds provide debt service on a Section 108 loan of $2,000,000 utilized to improve
infrastructure in the east Newhall area of Santa Clarita, census tract 920335. Work
completed in fiscal year 2000-2001 with CDBG funds included curbs, gutters,
sidewalks, and drainage improvements. Principle balance after the FY 2009-10
payments are made will be $700,000. The implementing agency is the City of Santa
Clarita, Community Development Department.
2, HUD Section 108 Loan Repayment - Lower Scherzinger Lane (SL -1): These
funds provide debt service on a Section 108 loan in the amount of $1,150,000 to
improve infrastructure in the Canyon Country area of Santa Clarita, census tract
920038. Work began in fiscal year 2003-2004 and included curbs, gutters,
sidewalks, and drainage improvements. Principle balance after the FY 2009-10
payments are made will be $611,000. The implementing agency is the City of Santa
Clarita, Community Development Department.
3, HUD Section 108 Loan Repayment - Boys and Girls Club (SL -1): These funds
provide debt service on a Section 108 loan taken to provide partial funding for a
youth center in one of the lowest -income neighborhoods in Santa Clarita - census
block 920036. The project was leveraged with funds from the William S. Hart
School District, City General Funds and CDBG Entitlement funds. The Center
provides computer labs, meeting rooms, and after-school activity space for low -
and moderate -income youth. Actual CDBG costs of $350,000 were incurred in
fiscal year 2003-2004. Principle balance after the 2009-10 payments are made will
be $189,000. The implementing agency is the City of Santa Clarita, Community
Development Department.
4, Canyon Country Community Center (SL -1): If funding is available, the City may
consider providing for a community center in the Canyon Country area.
5. ADA Sidewalk Improvements (Curb and Gutter) (SL -1): If funding is
available, the City may consider providing funds for ADA curb and gutter sidewalk
improvements.
➢ See HUD Table 2C for specific 5 -Year quantifiable objectives and outcomes.
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4. Public Services Needs
Five -Year Priority: The 2009-2013 Consolidated Plan identifies Human Services as a
Medium priority. Priority need levels for individual categories for those with special needs
are listed below in HUD Table 1B. The intended outcomes are the provision of a Suitable
Living Environment (SL) and Availability/Accessibility (1).
HUD Table 1B
Special Needs (Non -Homeless) Populations — Santa Clarita
*Unmet
Priority Need
HUD
Table 1B
above
are
derived from the
Level
"Dollars
Dollars to
Multi-
Annual
SPECIAL NEEDS
High, Medium,
Unmet
Address
Year
Goals
SUBPOPULATIONS
Low,
Need
Unmet Need
Goals
No Such Need
Elderly
High
12,989 people
$180,000
1,500
300 people
eo le
Frail Elderly
Medium
4,968 people
$60,000
100 people
eo01e
Severe Mental Illness
Low
4,603 people
$0
n/a
n/a
Developmentally Disabled
High
3,187 people
$150,000
1 625
325 people
Physically Disabled
High
7,135 people
people
Persons w/ Alcohol/Other
Low
1,012 people
$0
n/a
n/a
Drug Addictions
Persons w/HIV/AIDS
Low
93 people
$0
n/a
n/a
Victims of Domestic Violence
Medium
100 people
$0
n/a
n/a
Single Parents (Female)
Medium
3,101 people
$50,000
21000
400 people
Single Parents Male
Medium
1,292 people
people
Large HH
Medium
7,435 people
$0
n/a
n/a
Other
Low
n/a
n/a
n/a
n/a
TOTAL
54,926
$440,000
5,625
11125
people
people
people
*Unmet
Need" figures in
HUD
Table 1B
above
are
derived from the
Needs Assessment of this Consolidated Plan.
"Dollars
to Address Need"
are
estimates,
which
may
vary from actual
funding amounts during the planning period.
Implementing Programs: Public services eligible for use of CDBG funds (capped at 15%
of the annual grant) provided by the City of Santa Clarita include:
1. Health Services: Provides health services for low- to moderate -income people.
Various public service agencies will be funded annually under this program on a
competitive basis through application review and approval.
2. Homeless Services: Provides services for low- to moderate -income homeless and
those at -risk of homelessness. Various public service agencies will be funded
annually under this program on a competitive basis through application review and
approval.
3. Handicapped/ Disabled Services: Provides services for low- to moderate -income
persons with disabilities. Various public service agencies will be funded annually
under this program on a competitive basis through application review and approval.
4. General Public Services: Provides general public services to low- and moderate -
income residents, including but not limited to legal assistance, literacy programs,
substance abuse services, and employment training and placement, among others.
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Various public service agencies will
be funded
annually under this program on a
competitive basis
through application
review and
approval.
The City's Community Services (CS) Division provides grants using general funds to
support a variety of programs that serve residents.
See HUD Table 2C for specific 5 -Year quantifiable objectives and outcomes,
5. Economic Development Needs
Economic
Development
activities are
designed to attract consumers and business,
eliminate
slum and blight
characteristics,
and rehabilitate existing commercial buildings.
Five -Year Priority: The 2009-2013 Consolidated Plan identifies a Medium priority level
for economic development needs and job creation received the highest ranking in the
Community Development Needs Survey. The intended outcomes are the provision of
Economic Opportunity (EO) and Availability/Accessibility (1).
Implementing Programs: The City of Santa Clarita does not currently use CDBG funds
for economic development activities; however the following are a list of projects/programs
funded through redevelopment and general funds:
• Facade and Screening Program: This program provides 50 percent subsidies, up
to $25,000 per project, for approved restoration expenditures to upgrade aesthetic,
design, functional, or accessibility features of buildings in Downtown Newhall.
Since 2002-03, the Agency has completed five fagade improvements and one
screening project, all of which occurred on properties along San Fernando Road.
Expenditure on the fagade program total $79,000 to date, while the Agency
expended $25,000 on the screening project.
• Downtown Newhall Specific Plan: In fiscal year 2005-06, the City Council
adopted the Downtown Newhall Specific Plan as a means to develop a strategy for
revitalization for the downtown core of the Project Area. The Specific Plan identified
a series of implementation initiatives, many of which have already been undertaken
by the Agency, as well as five "critical sites" where redevelopment initiatives would
be explored. Staff later initiated a request for development proposals and owner
participation invitation on the North Civic Block (generally one block along San
Fernando Road, north of Lyons Avenue), as well as the North Parking Site. Agency
staff is currently in discussions with several parties regarding possible projects for
these areas.
• Mixed Use Overlay Zone: In 2006, a Mixed Use Overlay Zone was adopted to
encourage a mix of residential, commercial, employment, and institutional uses
along the San Fernando Road and Lyons Avenue corridors. The Mixed Use Overlay
Zone provides a mechanism to revitalize older commercial corridors, increase
opportunities for infill housing, and encourage development that creates pedestrian -
oriented neighborhoods.
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• Santa Clarita Enterprise Zone: In 2007, the City of Santa Clarita received a 15 -
year designation as a California Enterprise Zone. The Enterprise Zone provides tax
credits to assist with business growth and job creation. As the qualifying area for
Enterprise Zone eligibility, the Newhall area is a primary focus of development to
attract quality jobs in proximity to area residents. The integration of Enterprise
Zone benefits along with land use designations in the Downtown and North Newhall
Specific Plans provides incentives for developers and businesses to invest in the
downtown Newhall area.
• Farmers Market: The Agency has been instrumental in bringing the Farmers
Market into Downtown Newhall to attract residents and patrons to the Project Area.
• Moore's Reuse: The Agency acquired the Moore's Sandwich Shop property on
Railroad Avenue, and is planning to reuse the property for an alternate use
consistent with the Specific Plan.
• North Newhall Specific Plan: In fiscal year 2006-07, the City and Agency
initiated preparation of the North Newhall Specific Plan to stimulate development
and redevelopment activities along San Fernando Road, north of Downtown
Newhall. The Plan is currently being developed through a comprehensive
stakeholder review process.
➢ See HUD Table 2C for specific 5 -Year quantifiable objectives and outcomes.
6. Administration and Planning Needs
CDBG program funds are used to cover costs for salaries, services, supplies, and general
overhead. The CDBG program for Santa Clarita is delivered by the Community
Development Department.
➢ See HUD Table 2C for specific 5 -Year quantifiable objectives and outcomes.
C. Summary of Five -Year Objectives
HUD Table 2C below summarizes the specific objectives for homeless/special needs
populations, and the specific housing and community development objectives in this
Consolidated Plan. These objectives are established on the assumption that a steady
stream of funding is available from HUD. Should funding levels be reduced in the future,
the ability of the City to achieve these objectives may be significantly compromised.
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HUD Table 2C
Summary of Specific Housing/Community Development Objectives
(Table 2A/213 Continuation Sheet) - Santa Clarita*
Objective
Performance
Expected
Actual
Outcome/
#
Specific Objectives
Measure
Units
Units
Objective
Rental Housing Objectives
1
Section 8 Vouchers
# of people assisted
810
DH -2
2
Senior Access Services
# of people assisted
21000
DH -2
65 family
3
New Construction
# housing units built
DH -1
20 senior
Owner Housing Objectives
4
Fair Housing Counseling and Advocacy
# of people assisted
875
SL -1
Residential Rehabilitation Grant
# of households
5
175
DH -3
Program
assisted
# of households
6
Handyworker Program
375
DH -3
assisted
# of households
7
Property Rehabilitation Program
25
SL -3
assisted
# of households
8
First-time Homebuyer Program
10
DH -2
assisted
Community Development Objectives
# of housing units
9
Community Preservation Program
11000
SL -3
inspected
Infrastructure Objectives
10
Debt service
# of facilities
3
SL -1
# of facilities/people
11
ADA Street Improvements
TBD
SL -1
a
assisted
Public Facilities Objectives
12
Canyon Country Community Center
# of facilities
1
SL -1
Public Services Objectives
13
Health Services
# of people assisted
125
SL -1
14
Homeless Services
# of people assisted
560
SL -1
15
Handicapped/Disabled Services
# of people assisted
1,625
SL -1
16
General Public Services
# of people assisted
21000
SL -1
Economic Development Objectives
# of businesses
5
17
Private funds and development
assisted
businesses
EO -1
* Goals in HUD Table 2C above are five-year goals based on past performance of these agencies
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D. Anti -Poverty Strategy and Coordination
The 2000 U.S. Census reported that 6.4% or 9,669 of the population in Santa Clarita lived
at or below the poverty level. Of these people, 6.38% or 616 were under 18 years old and
5.94 % or 574 were over the age of 65. The number of families below the poverty line in
2000 was 4.7% or 7,101 families. Although the number of persons at the poverty level
has increased nearly 3% since 1989, the number of persons living below the poverty line
is significantly lower than the County of Los Angeles and State of California. The percent
of families living in poverty within LA County and the State are 14.5% and 10.6%
respectively. In 2000 the poverty level for single persons in Santa Clarita was $8,501 and
$17,029 for a family of four.
While the City has no control over the majority of factors affecting poverty, it may be able
to assist those living below the poverty line. The City does provide referrals to appropriate
agencies. The City has pursued affordable housing policies to encourage private
developers to make housing available to people of all income levels. The City supports
other government, private, and non-profit agencies involved in providing services to
lower-income residents and participates in several regional and local social service
planning groups to help coordinate services. This includes; the Los Angeles County
Services Planning Area 2, Santa Clarita Health Providers Round Table, and the Los Angeles
Homeless Services Authority (LAHSA) SPA 1. The City also uses CDBG public service funds
to provide grants to non-profit organizations who assist persons living at the poverty
level.
The City will consider changes to their Uniform Development Code (UDC) in light of their
impact upon affordable housing. These policies have a direct impact upon the
opportunities for housing, employment, recreation, and other services serving the poor.
Mixed-use development, integration of social services in development, such as child care,
and higher density development by transit centers are methods to use development
policies to increase opportunities for the poor. Increased childcare resources, education
and coordination provided to this population group need to be reviewed and expanded as
a means to increase their ability to succeed in this community and receive the support
needed to ensure success.
E. Lead-based Paint Reduction Strategy
The City continues to work to reduce lead-based paint hazards in compliance with 24 CFR
Part 35. Due to the mean age of the City's housing, homes containing lead-based paint
are not believed to be a significant problem. However, in the coming year, the City will
continue to provide information and assistance to evaluate and reduce lead-based paint
hazards through the following actions and activities:
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• All qualified applicants for services through the Handyworker, Residential
Rehabilitation Grant Program, and Property Rehabilitation Grant Program, prior to
December 2008, have been provided with the HUD pamphlet, "Protect Your Family
from Lead in Your Home" outlining the dangers of lead-based paint and steps for
safe mitigation. A new pamphlet from the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA)
"Renovate Right: Important Lead Hazard information for Families, Child Care
Providers, and Schools" is now used. When a homeowner of a home built before
1978 applies to any of the City's rehabilitation programs for work that may disturb
lead-based paint, an inspection test is ordered. When containment and/or
abatement are required, the homeowner is required to use a contractor certified by
the state of California in lead -safe work practices.
• As part of the City's contract with the Fair Housing Council of the San Fernando
Valley, information is provided to landlords, renters, and various property
management agencies regarding the dangers of lead-based paint and appropriate
mitigation strategies.
• The City's Planning Division provides the public with information on lead-based
paint hazards through one-on-one contact with building inspectors, code
enforcement officers, and general public. The City's Planning Division public service
counter provides the public with the written materials listed below.
o Lead Paint Safety/A Field Guide for Painting, Home Maintenance, and
o Renovation Work (Pamphlet - HUD Office of Healthy Homes and Lead Hazard
Control).
o Attention! (Flyer - U.S. Environmental Protection Agency)
o Reducing Lead Hazards When Remodeling Your Home - (English and Spanish
Pamphlet /U.S. Environmental Protection Agency).
o The Lead -Based Paint Pre -Renovation Education Rule (U.S. Environmental
Protection Agency)
o Renovate Right: Important Lead Hazard Information for Families, Child Care
Providers, and Schools (EPA flyer required after December 2008)
F. 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. During the
Consolidated Plan period, City staff will continue to function in a coordinating role between
local non-profit advocacy groups and other County, State, and Federal organizations.
Committee participation includes Los Angeles County Service Planning Area (SPA) 2 and
Los Angeles Homeless Services Agency (LAHSA).
The City facilitates the services of the Santa Clarita Valley Resource Center (SCVRC), a
local non-profit agency. SCVRC provides training and resources to build the capacity of
other non-profit social service organizations to better serve the needs of the community.
Services to local non -profits include a community facilitator program, workshops, grant
research, and non-profit leader lunches. The City supports the SCVRC by providing rent-
free space in the Santa Clarita Activity Center and administrative support from City staff.
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In addition, the City of Santa Clarita, Community Services Division has twenty (21)
fulltime staff to administer and support social service related programs and funding in
response to the needs of the community. The Community Services Division is dedicated to
the development and implementation of quality, value -based programs that address the
needs of at -risk youth, promote volunteerism, encourage healthy lifestyles, and celebrate
the community's cultural and family identity. Many of the Community Services Programs
serve a significant percentage of low- and moderate -income residents. Grants provided to
local non -profits using City general funds by the Community Services Division address
teen issues, delinquency prevention and intervention, job training and employment,
cultural arts, and family violence intervention.
G. Strategy to Overcome Service Delivery Gaps
The City restructured its departments to bring all housing related projects and programs
under the purview of the Community Development Department. This restructure allows
for better communication between Departments and Divisions, and a more coordinated
effort to address the housing issues affecting the low- and moderate -income residents of
the City. The City will continue to investigate ways to leverage internal resources and
obtain federal, state, and local funding to develop additional affordable housing projects.
H. Public Housing Resident Initiatives
The City does not own or operate any public housing; thus there have not been any
efforts to encourage public housing residents to become owners of their public units or
developed any other ownership opportunities for these residents. Orchard Arms, with 182
affordable units, is the only facility owned and operated by the County of Los Angeles that
is within the City limits.
I. Reducing Barriers to Affordable Housing
The City of Santa Clarita has implemented several programs and services to remove
barriers to affordable housing as discussed previously in the document. Specifically, a
Request for Qualifications was released in May 2006 with the intent of developing a pool
of potential affordable housing developers. All submissions were evaluated by a team of
City staff. Evaluation included breadth and depth experience, development capacity,
experience in similar cities, and financing capability. The City chose two developers to
work together an 80-90 unit affordable housing project; Southern California Housing
Development Corporation, and the Related Companies. Ideally, this future affordable
housing project will contain units which are affordable to low- and very -low-income
households. City and developer staff will identify potential locations and financing
structures. It is anticipated that Newhall Redevelopment Agency (RDA) low- and
moderate -income housing funds, tax credits, and possibly MHP funds or HELP funds will
be used to finance the project. While actual construction may not occur until after fiscal
year 2009-2010, significant City staff time will continue to be invested in the development
of this project.
City staff is also
working with
several other
affordable
housing developers. In 2008-2009,
Meta Housing, a
developer of
senior housing
projects,
began the entitlement process for a
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mixed-use, mixed -income project that will provide 24 affordable senior apartments inside
the RDA project area. That project will be funded with RDA set-aside funds, state tax
credits, bond funds, as well as local City funds. In addition, the City is negotiating with
several other non-profit affordable housing developers on several projects which will
rehabilitate existing multi -family rental projects and convert them to 100% affordable
family apartments.
A number of programs which provide residential rehabilitation services designed to
maintain the supply of affordable housing will be funded by CDBG in fiscal year 2009-
2010. The Handyworker Program and the Residential Rehabilitation Grant Program target
low- and moderate -income home owners and provide repairs to condominiums, mobile
homes, and single-family homes, thus preserving the affordable housing stock. In
addition, the Property Rehabilitation Grant Program (formerly named Neighborhood
Revitalization) will continue to serve low- and moderate -income home owners and
maintain neighborhoods by providing tree trimming, brush removal, and repairs to fences,
walls, and outbuildings. In fiscal year 2009-2010 the Residential Rehabilitation Grant
Program and the Property Rehabilitation Grant Program will continue to be managed
directly by City staff, while the Handyworker program is operated through the Senior
Center.
In addition, manufactured homes represent a large percentage of the City's affordable
housing stock. The following Ordinances and Policies will be in effect in fiscal year 2009-
2010 to foster and maintain this critical resource for affordable housing.
• Manufactured
Home
Rent Adjustment
Ordinance - This
City Ordinance protects
manufactured
home
park residents from
unreasonable rent
increases.
• Manufactured Home Parks - Change in Use Ordinance - This City ordinance
establishes specific requirements for compensation to mobile home park residents
in the event of mobile home park closures.
Furthermore, the City has a number of housing policies (listed below) which encourage
the development of new affordable housing.
• General
City
of Santa
Clarita Affordable Housing Policies - Based upon the City's
General
Plan
goals and
organized into four parts/issue areas:
o Encouragement of affordable housing
o Maintenance of affordable housing
o Meeting the needs for affordable housing
o Provision of equal housing opportunities
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J. Monitoring Standards and Procedures
CDBG staff participates in an internal planning process to ensure that activities carried out
by the City comply with HUD regulations and are consistent with the Consolidated Plan
and the Annual Action Plan. All City staff working on CDBG-funded projects and programs
receives on-going training and supervision by staff experienced in CDBG regulations and
program administration.
The City places strong emphasis in establishing frequent contact with the various sub -
recipients that provide CDBG-funded public services within the Santa Clarita Valley. Each
sub -recipient enters into a City contract which clearly defines City and HUD requirements.
Reports are required from each sub -recipient quarterly at a minimum and invoices are not
paid without submission of reports. Sub -recipients are also subject to at least one on-site
monitoring visit per year, in which source documents and back-up documents are
examined for thoroughness, accuracy and compliance with HUD regulations. Should any
significant problems be discovered, additional technical assistance is offered and
additional monitoring visits are scheduled. This more intensive monitoring is continued
until all problems are resolved to the City's satisfaction.
For CDBG funded sub -recipient contracts, internal auditing, program monitoring, and
project reviews are conducted by City staff to ensure consistency with the City's Housing
policies, General Plan, Zoning Code, and other policy and regulatory documents.
Finally, the City fully complies with the U.S. Office of Management and Budget (OMB)
regulations through the submittal of all required audits, including the Single Audit. This
audit requires the incorporation of the Federal Financial Assistance Schedule, which
identifies amounts and sources of all Federal funds. This report is reviewed for
completeness, accuracy and compliance with applicable policies and regulations. Any
necessary reconciliation of municipal financial records is undertaken by the City's Finance
Division and auditors, to ensure that the financial information transmitted to HUD is
correct and complete. Any errors or deficiencies in the financial management system are
corrected and resolved by the City's CDBG program staff, Finance Division, and Budget
Officer.
K. Specific Annual Objectives
The following HUD tables will be utilized in each of the City's Annual Action Plans; however
the expected outcomes may change in relation to the projects and activities funded in
each subsequent plan:
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Summary of Specific Annual Objectives
Obi
Sources
Performance
Expected
Actual
Outcome/
Specific Objectives
of Funds
Indicators
Number
Number
Objective*
Rental Housing Objectives
1
Section 8 Vouchers
County
# of people
162
DH -2
assisted
# of people
2
Senior Access Services
CDBG
assisted
400
DH -2
RDA Set-
# housing units
65 family
3
New Construction
Aside
built
20 senior
DH -1
Owner Housing Objectives
4
Fair Housing Counseling and Advocacy
CDBG
# of people
175
SL -1
assisted
of households
5#
Residential Rehabilitation Grant Program
CDBG
assisted
35
DH -3
# of households
6
Handyworker Program
CDBG
assisted
75
DH -3
7
Property Rehabilitation Program
CDBG
# of households
5
SL -3
assisted
8
First-time Homebuyer Program
State
# of households
2
DH -2
HOME
assisted
Community Development Objectives
# of housing
9
Community Preservation Program
CDBG
200
SL -3
units assisted
Infrastructure Objectives
10
Debt service
CDBG
# of facilities
3
SL -1
# of facilities/
11
ADA Street Improvements
CDBG
people assisted
TBD
SL -1
Public Facilities Objectives
12
Canyon Country Community Center
CDBG
# of facilities
1
SL -1
Public Services Objectives
13
Health Services
General
# of people
25
SL -1
Funds
assisted
14
Homeless Services
General
# of people
112
SL -1
Funds
assisted
15
Handicapped/Disabled Services
General
# of people
325
SL -1
Funds
assisted
16
General Public Services
General
# of people
400
SL -1
Funds
assisted
Economic Development Objectives
General
# of businesses
17
Private funds and development
1
EO -1
funds
assisted
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*These numbers
reflect
annual goals and objectives for fiscal year 2009-2010;
therefore, subsequent annual
action plans may
reflect
different numbers.
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Table 3B
ANNUAL AFFORDABLE HOUSING COMPLETION GOALS
Grantee Name: Santa Clarita
Program Year: 2009-2010
Expected Annual
Number of Units
To Be Completed
Actual Annual
Number of Units
Completed
Resources used during the period
CDBG
HOME
ESG
HOPWA
BENEFICIARY GOALS
(Sec. 215 Only)
Homeless households
❑
❑
❑
❑
Non -homeless households
262
®
❑
❑
❑
Special needs households
20
®
❑
❑
❑
Total Sec. 215 Beneficiaries*
282
®
❑
❑
❑
RENTAL GOALS
(Sec. 215 Only)
Acquisition of existing units
❑
❑
❑
Production of new units
❑
❑
❑
Rehabilitation of existing units
❑
❑
❑
❑
Rental Assistance
162
❑
❑
❑
Total Sec. 215 Affordable Rental
162
❑
❑
❑
❑
HOME OWNER GOALS
Sec. 215 Only)
Acquisition of existing units
❑
❑
Production of new units
❑
❑
Rehabilitation of existing units
115
®
❑
Homebuyer Assistance
5
❑
®
❑
Total Sec. 215 Affordable Owner
120
z
z❑
❑
COMBINED RENTAL AND OWNER
GOALS Sec. 215 Only)
Acquisition of existing units
❑
❑
❑
Production of new units
❑
❑
❑
Rehabilitation of existing units
115
❑
❑
❑
Rental Assistance
162
❑
❑
❑
Homebuyer Assistance
5
❑
®
❑
Combined Total Sec. 215 Goals*
282
❑
❑
OVERALL HOUSING GOALS
(Sec. 215 + Other Affordable
Housing)
Annual Rental Housing Goal
162
❑
❑
❑
❑
Annual Owner Housing Goal
120
®
®
❑
❑
Total Overall Housing Goal
282
❑
❑
* The total amounts for "Combined Total Sec. 215 Goals" and "Total Sec. 215 Beneficiary Goals" should be the
same number.
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• Appendix A
Citizen Participation Plan
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CITY OF SANTA CLARITA
COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT BLOCK GRANT
CITIZEN PARTICIPATION PLAN
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INTRODUCTION
The City of Santa Clarita is required by law to have a detailed Community Development Block
Grant (CDBG) Citizen Participation Plan (CPP) (24 CFR 95.105) and ensure that it is made
available for viewing by the community. This plan must contain the City's policies and
procedures for community involvement in the Consolidated Plan process, as well as the
planned use of CDBG and HOME funds.
Encouraging Community Participation
The law requires that our CDBG Citizen Participation Plan not only provide for, but also
encourage community participation, while emphasizing the involvement of low and moderate -
income people, especially those living in low and moderate -income neighborhoods. The U.S.
Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD) expects the City of Santa Clarita to
take whatever actions are appropriate to encourage the participation of minorities, people
who do not speak English, and those with disabilities (24 CFR 91.105 (2)(ii).
The Role of Low and Moderate Income People
The law declares that the primary purpose of the programs covered by the CDBG Citizen
Participation Plan is to improve communities by providing decent housing, a suitable living
environment, and growing economic opportunities - all principally for low and moderate
income people (24 CFR 570.2).
The amount of federal CDBG and HOME funds that the City of Santa Clarita receives each
year is based primarily on the severity of both poverty and substandard. housing conditions
within the City. Because of this, it is important that community participation genuinely
involve the low-income residents who experience these conditions. It is imperative that the
community's involvement take place during all stages of the process. This includes:
1. Identifying needs, and setting priorities among those needs.
2. Deciding how much money should be allocated to each high-priority need.
3. Choosing types of programs to meet the identified high-priority needs, as well as
overseeing the way in which the programs are carried out.
The Various Staaes of the Consolidated Plan Process
The policies and procedures in this CDBG Citizen Participation Plan relate to several stages of
•action and federally required reports mentioned in law or regulation. In general, these
stages and reports include:
1. Consolidated Plan (CP) - Development of a Proposed and Final Consolidated Plan
covering three to five years. The Consolidated Plan contains a housing and homeless
needs assessment, a housing market analysis, and a Strategic Plan and an Annual
. Action Plan.
2. Annual Action Plan (AAP) - Development of a Proposed and Final Annual Action Plan
covering one program year. The Annual Action Plan is a part of. the Consolidated Plan
and reflects the needs identified therein. It contains a description of the planned use
of funds for the upcoming year, including types of activities, location, and numbers of
persons served.
3. Substantial Amendment (SA) - During the year, it may become necessary to
change the priorities established in the Consolidated Plan, or to change the use of .the
money already budgeted in an Annual Action Plan. In that case, a formal Substantial
Amendment will be proposed, considered, and acted upon.
4. Consolidated Annual Performance and Evaluation Report (CAPER) - After the
program year is complete, a proposed and final Consolidated Annual Performance and
Evaluation Report is developed. The Annual Performance Report contains
documentation of the funds spent and the number of people assisted with those funds.
The Program Year
The "program year" chosen by the City of Santa Clarita is July 1 through June 30.
• PUBLIC NOTICE
Items Covered by the Public Notice Requirement
Advanced public notice will be given once a federally required standard document is available
or when a public meeting is scheduled. For example, the Proposed Annual Action Plan or
Consolidated Plan, any proposed Substantial Amendment to the Action Plan or Consolidated
Plan, the Annual Performance Report, and all public meetings related to the use of CDBG and
HOME funds.
In addition, there will be advanced public notice of all public meetings relating to the funds or
the planning process covered by this Citizen Participation Plan.
Adequate Public Notice
Adequate public notice will be given with enough lead-time for the community to take
informed action. The amount of assigned lead-time can vary depending on the event but will
be a minimum of 14 days before the event. Public notices will be worded in such a way that
residents will have a clear understanding of the event that is being announced (24 CFR
91.105 (e)(2). Public notices may take any or all of the forms listed below.
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Forms of Public Notice
• 1. The community will find public notices printed in the Signal, which is the adjudicated
local newspaper and a newspaper of local circulation. Depending on the type of event,
notice may be in the form of legal notices in the legal section of the newspaper, or as
display advertisements in a non -legal section of the newspaper.
2. Notice will be given to neighborhood organizations, public housing resident groups and
religious organizations in neighborhoods, and agencies providing services to low and
moderate income residents.
3. Notice will be sent to any person or organization requesting to be on a related mailing
list.
4. Depending on the type of event, public service announcements and press releases may
be released to local radio and television stations.
COMMUNITY ACCESS TO INFORMATION
As required by law, the City of Santa Clarita will provide the community with reasonable and
timely access to information and records relating to the data or content of any of the
documents in the Consolidated Plan process. This includes the proposed, actual, and past use
of funds covered by this Citizen Participation Plan. Regarding the past use of funds, the law
requires reasonable community access to records about any uses of these funds during the
• previous five years (24 CFR 91.105 (h).
In addition, as required by law, the City of Santa Clarita will provide the community with
reasonable and timely information on local meetings that relate to the proposed or actual use
of funds. Examples of such. meetings are Public Input meetings, Community Advisory
Committee meetings, Planning Commission meetings, City Council meetings, etc.
Standard Documents
Standard documents include the Proposed and Final Consolidated Plan, the Proposed and
Final Annual Action Plan, Proposed and Final Substantial Amendments, and the Proposed and
Final Annual Performance Report.
Availability of Standard Documents
In the spirit of encouraging the community's participation, copies of standard documents will
be provided free of cost within two working days of a request. When requested these
materials will be available in a form accessible to persons with disabilities (24 CFR 91.105(8).
Documents will also be available at City Hall or on the City's web site at www.santa-
clarita.com. Supporting documents related to the standard documents will be available at a
nominal cost within two days of request.
PUBLIC MEETINGS REGARDING CDBG AND HOME FUNDING
•Public meetings are required by law in order to convey the City's responses to community
proposals and questions, as well as obtain the communities' views in regards to the use of
funds and the development of standard documents.
The law requires public meetings during at least two different stages of the process. They
must include at least one meeting about the community's needs during the development of
the Consolidated Plan or Annual Action Plan (24 CFR 91.105(e)(1). More information about
these specific meetings are in the sections of this Citizen Participation Plan relating to each of
the "Stages."
Access to Public Meetings
Public meetings will be held only after there has been adequate notice, as described in the
Public Notice part of this CDBG Citizen Participation Plan. This includes either a legal notice
in the legal section of the newspaper, and/or a display advertisement in the non -legal section
of the newspaper. Notices will be at least 14 days before the public meeting. Meetings will
be held at a time that is convenient to most people who might benefit from the use of funds,
and in a place accessible by bus or otherwise convenient in access (24 CFR 91.105 (e)(3).
Public Meetings and Populations with Unique Needs
• All public meetings will be held at locations accessible to persons with disabilities. Special
provisions will be made for people with disabilities when requests are made at least five
working days before a meeting. Translators will be provided to people who do not speak
English, when requests are made at least five working days before a hearing (24 CFR
91.105(e)(4).
, The Conduct of Public Meetings
To ensure that public meetings are beneficial to the community, each resident choosing to
speak will be allowed a minimum of three minutes to make a verbal presentation.
THE STAGES IN THE PROCESS
The law providing the funds covered by this Citizen Participation Plan calls for improved
accountability of jurisdictions to the community. In that spirit, and in compliance with the
terms of the law, the City of Santa Clarita will use the following procedures:
The Consolidated Plan and Annual Action Plan
The Consolidated Plan is a three to five year document that outlines the needs of the
•community as they relate to CDBG and HOME funds. The Annual Action Plan is part of the
Consolidated Plan. The Annual Action Plan is a one-year document that explains how CDBG,
HOME and other related funds will be spent to meet the community needs outlined in the
Consolidated Plan. A new Annual Action Plan is'developed each year. Both the Consolidated
•
Plan and the Annual Action Plan follow the same steps in the public participation process.
Each must be submitted to HUD at least 45 days before the start of the program year (24 -
CFR 91.115).
Identifying Needs
Due to the diverse needs of low and moderate income people, priorities must be set in order
to decide which of the identified needs require more attention and resources than others.
This is the fundamental reason the Consolidated Plan process exists.
The laws and regulations require a public meeting each year, in order to obtain the
communities opinions about needs and what priority those needs should have. In order to
encourage the community's involvement, public meetings will be held in different
neighborhoods to determine the specific needs and priorities identified by low/mod income
people. The public will be provided with an estimate of expected CDBG and HOME funding for
the upcoming year and a description of the range of activities that can be funded with these
resources (24 CFR 91.105(b)(1). Notice will be made according to the procedures described
in the Public Notice section of this Citizen Participation Plan.
The Proposed Consolidated Plan or Annual Action Plan
The Proposed Consolidated Plan or Annual Action Plan will be made available for comment no
earlier than 30 days after the last public meeting, to allow sufficient time for the comments
• from the public meetings to be integrated into the Plan. Notice of the availability of the
Proposed Plans will be made according to the procedures described in the Public Notice
section of this Citizen Participation Plan. The community is invited to comment on the
Proposed Plans and their comments are included as part of the Final Consolidated Plan or
Final Annual Action Plan.
The Proposed Plans will be available to the public for at least 30 days prior to adoption by the
Mayor and City Council so that low and moderate income people will have a reasonable
opportunity to examine them and submit comments (24 CFR (b)(4).
The Final Consolidated Plan or Annual Action Plan
In preparing a Final Consolidated Plan or Final Annual Action Plan, careful consideration will
be given to all comments 'and views expressed by the community. This is whether the
comments are given as verbal testimony at a public meeting, or submitted in writing during
the review and comment period. The Final Consolidated Plan and Annual Action Plan will
each have a section that presents a summary of all comments and explanations as to why
any comments were not accepted (24 CFR 91.105).
Technical Assistance
• Based on the strategic plan identified in the Consolidated Plan, funds may be used for
projects managed by the City, or managed by designated subrecipients. In some instances a
Request for Proposals may be released for a portion of funds to provide services to low and
moderate income residents. When a Request for Proposals is released, City staff will hold at
least one technical assistance meeting to assist potential applicants in completing their
proposals. City staff will also be available by telephone and appointment to provide technical
• assistance for the application process (24 CFR 91.105 (i).
Substantial Amendments
Because the needs of the community are not static, and in order for the City to be responsive
to emerging needs, the Consolidated Plan or Annual Action Plan may need to be amended on
occasion. The Consolidated Plan regulations consider certain amendments to be 'Substantial
Amendments" requiring a public comment period and additional community participation.
The City of Santa Clarita defines Substantial Amendment as:
• Changes in the use of CDBG or HOME funds from one eligible activity to another.
• Budget increases or decreases in excess of 15% of the original plan, or over $25,000.
• Changes in the allocation priorities or a change in the method of distribution of funds.
• Any new activity not previously included in the Annual Action Plan.
• Any change in the purpose, scope, location, or beneficiaries of a program or project that
will result in significant change in services available to the people that the program or
project is intended to serve.
Proposed Substantial Amendment
The public will be 'informed of a Proposed Substantial Amendment, according to the
40 procedures described in the Public Notice section of this Citizen Participation Plan. Copies of
the Proposed Substantial Amendment will be made available to the Public, and input will be
received during a 30 -day comment period.
Final Substantial Amendment
In finalizing the Substantial Amendment, the City will consider any written or verbal
comments received during the comment period (24 CFR 91.105 (c)(2).
The Consolidated Annual Performance and Evaluation Report
Every year the City of Santa Clarita must send HUD a Consolidated Annual Performance and
Evaluation Report (CAPER) within 90 days of the close of the program year. In general, the
CAPER must describe how funds were used and the extent to which these funds were used
for activities that benefited low and moderate -income people.
The CAPER will contain at least as much detail as was required by HUD for Grantee
Performance Reports. The CAPER will have an accounting for each activity in any Action Plan,
until an activity is officially closed out with HUD by the City. The community will be notified
of the release of the Proposed CAPER, using the methods described in the Public Notice
section of this Citizen Participation Plan.
The CAPER is available for community comments for 15 days before it is submitted to HUD.
A summary of all public comments will be included with the CAPER submission to HUD. This
is whether the comments are given as verbal testimony at a public meeting, or submitted in
writing during the review and comment period (24 CFR 91.105 (d)(2).
Anti -Displacement
•The City of Santa Clarita intends to minimize displacement of persons in the implementation
of CDBG and HOME Programs (24 CFR 91.105 (b)(1). If displacement becomes necessary in
order to accomplish program objectives, persons displaced will be assisted, according to the
HUD regulations at 24 CFR 92.353, and HUD Handbook 1378, Tenant Assistance, Relocation
and Real Property Acquisition.
Complaints
Complaints should be submitted in writing to the City of Santa Clarita, Community
Development Department, 23920 Valencia Blvd., 300, Santa Clarita, CA 91355. A timely,
substantive, written response will be provided to every written complaint within 15 working
days (24 CFR 91.105 (j).
Changing the Citizen Participation Plan
This Citizen Participation Plan can be changed only after the community has been notified of
an intent to modify it and only after the community has had a reasonable chance to review
and comment on proposed substantial changes to it.
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Appendix B
Summary of Public Comments
Meeting Notes from the public meetings held on December 9, 2008 include:
• Senior Center Workshop
• Reverse Mortgages won't work in this market, seniors need an alternative to lower
payments
■ Would like to see the use of HOME funds for Acquisition
• Space rent increases in some of the mobile parks are too expensive for seniors on
fixed incomes
■ Affordability is a major issue in the City
• Senior Center needs more funding to expand and meet needs
■ Highest priority should be affordable housing and it should be targeted to 40-50%
M FI
Services should be second highest priority
■ Infrastructure should be the third highest priority
• Practical homeless shelters are needed
■ Transitional housing is needed; especially for youth that are abused or neglected
■ Emergency response services are needed for seniors/disabled
• Transportation for special needs
• Transitional care- hospital closure void
■ Assisted living -affordability
■ Shared housing
Activity Center Workshop
• Inclusionary housing - not like hideaway project 100% subsidized want mixed income
levels so there is no concentration of low income
• No high density developments
■ Newhall senior units
■ Removing existing low -moderate housing is a problem
Recreation Center Workshop
■ Code enforcement
• Crime Awareness
■ Focus on Canyon Country Newhall
■ Apartments Canyon Country
■ Mercy housing
■ Youth services and gang prevention'programs
Email comment December 2008
Dear Ms. Sullivan,
Per our telephone conversation of this morning, here is my question for the meeting. I will
try to make it to one of them.
"I want to ask the City of Santa Clarita why: (1) there is no rent control for senior
apartments? and (2) why are the rates for a senior apartment so high in this valley? Most
• seniors are on a fixed income and are relegated to living in not so nice places.
As everyone is aware, there will be more "baby boomers" retiring in the next year or two and
many have family and relatives in this area and will move here. I need to know what the city
is planning in regards to this concern."
• City Response:
"Thank you for your email. I understand your concerns regarding the availability of affordable
housing in Santa Clarita. This is an on-going problem in many parts of the country.
There is no rent control for apartments in the City, senior or otherwise. We do have a rent
control ordinance for mobile home park spaces. There are currently no plans to create or
implement additional rent controls. Any new rent control ordinance for apartments would
need to be voted into law by the City Council. I encourage you to contact your City Council
to express your concerns.
There is a significant amount of very upscale senior housing in Santa Clarita which is not rent
controlled in any way. There are also over 900 units of affordable senior apartments which
are kept at lower -than -market rates for seniors in certain lower income categories. -However,
even with the subsidies on these affordable units, they can still be out of the reach of seniors
on very limited incomes. The allowable annual rent increases on these senior affordable
apartments can be very hard on the tenants as well. Unfortunately, the rent increases are
allowable based on the financing agreements for the original construction. The City has no
authority to further limit the rent increases which the building owners are allowed.
The City is working with a number of affordable housing developers to create additional
senior and family affordable housing. The projects are very difficult to finance, and the City's
funds are limited. The volatility in the financial markets has made it much more difficult to
•
create affordable housing as well. However, we have had some recent successes. In
September, the City Council approved a loan of over 2.7 million dollars to create 66 units of
affordable family housing. Staff is also working with another developer to develop an
additional 30 units of affordable senior housing."
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0 Appendix C
Community Development Needs Survey
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FY 2009-2013 CONSOLIDATED PLAN
COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT AND HOUSING NEEDS SURVEY
July 22, 2008 ['°uAt I10uslltiv
OPPORTUNFTY
Your opinion is needed! The City of Santa Clarita is starting the planning process for the future use of Community
Development Block Grant (CDBG) funds. An important part of this process is to ask residents and other stakeholders
what you think are the most important needs in your neighborhood. Please check the appropriate box below for each
category showing what you think is the greatest unmet needs in your community and return the survey NO LATER THAN
October 31, 2008.
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Acquisition of Real Property for a new public use
Disposition (disposal or transfer of property for a new public
use
Public Facilities and Improvements General
Senior Centers
Handicapped Centers
Homeless Facilities not operating costs
Youth Centers
ami
Neighborhood Facilities
Parks, Recreational Facilities
n
Parking Facilities
E
Solid Waste Disposal Improvements trash/refuse facilities
Flood Drain Improvements
Water/Sewer Improvements
Street Improvements
Sidewalks
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Child Care Centers
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Tree Planting
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Fire Stations/E ui ment
Health Facilities
Abused and Neglected Children Facilities
Asbestos Removal
Facilities for AIDS Patients(not operating costs
Operating Costs of Homeless/AIDS Patients Programs
Clearance and Demolition
Clean-up of Contaminated Sites
Public Services General
Senior Services
Handicapped Services
Legal Services
Youth Services
Transportation Services
Substance Abuse Services
Battered and Abused Spouses
Employment Training
Crime Awareness
Fair Housing Activities
Tenant/Landlord Counseling
Child Care Services
Health Services
Abused and Neglected Children
Mental Health Services
Screening for Lead -Based Paint/Lead Hazards Poison
Subsistence Payments (short-term emergency assistance for
rent or utility bills to prevent homeless
Homeownership Assistance not direct
Rental Housing Subsidies
Security Deposits
Interim Assistance
Urban Renewal Completion (close out of land re -development
projects funded with the now obsolete urban renewal rant
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City of Santa Clarita
ATTN: Terasa Sullivan
Community Development Department
23920 Valencia Blvd. Suite 300
Santa Clarita, CA 91355
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Relocation (payments for those displaced through rehabilitation
and revitalization efforts
Loss of Rental Income
Removal of Architectural Barriers
Privately Owned Utilities
Construction of Housing
Direct Homeownership Assistance
Rehabilitation; Single -Unit Residential
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Public Housing Modernization
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Rehabilitation; Other Publicly -Owned Residential Buildings
Rehabilitation; Publicly or Privately -Owned
Commercial/industrial
Energy Efficiency Improvements
Ac uisition - for Rehabilitation
Rehabilitation Administration
Lead-Based/Lead Hazard Test/Abate
Code Enforcement
Residential Historic Preservation
Non -Residential Historic Preservation
Cl Land Acquisition/Disposition(purchase / disposal of land
Cl Infrastructure Development
Cl Building Acquisition, Construction, Rehabilitation
Other Commercial/Industrial Improvements
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CDBG Assistance to Institutes of Higher Education
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CDBG Operation and Repair of Foreclosed Property
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Planned Repayment of Section 108 Loan Principal
Unplanned Repayment of Section 108 Loan Principal
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State CDBG Technical Assistance to Grantees
Planning
General Program Administration
Indirect Costs cost allocation Ian
Fair Housing Activities subject to'20% Admin ca
Submissions or A lications for Federal Programs
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Job Creation
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Job Retention
Other (write-in):
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City of Santa Clarita
ATTN: Terasa Sullivan
Community Development Department
23920 Valencia Blvd. Suite 300
Santa Clarita, CA 91355
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0 Appendix D
Proof of Publications and Outreach Efforts
THE SIGNAL NEWSPAP,,
24000 Creekside Rd
Valencia CA 91.355
Proof of Publication
(2015.5 C.C.P)
STATE OF CALIFORNIA,
COUNTY OF LOS ANGELES
I am a citizen of the United States, and a resident
of the county aforesaid; I am over the age of
eighteen years; and I am not a party to or interested
in the notice published. I am the chief legal
advertising clerk of the publisher of the
SIGNAL. NEWSPAPER .
a newspaper of general circulation, printed and
published Daily in the City of Santa Clai•ita
County of Los Angeles, and which newspaper has
been adjudged a newspaper of general circulation
by the Superior Court of the County of Los
Angeles, State of California,
under the date of March 25, 1988
Case Number NVC15880, that the notice, of
which the annexed is a printed copy, has been
•published in each regular and entire issue of said
newspaper and not in any supplement thereof on
the following dates, to -wit:
H -a )
All in the year 20
I certify (or declare) under penalty of pedury'that
the foregoing is true and correct
Dated at Valencia, California, this
day of 20 !fig
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X 18 DECEN�F'
Notice of City '
Council Meeting
Draft 2009-2013
Consolidated Plan i
forthe
City of Santa Clanta
Notice is hereby giveh
that the Draft 2009-2013
Consolidated Plan for
the City of Santa Cladta
that was previously no-
ticed to be brought be-';
fore the City Council will
not be heard on April
28, 2009, as previously
noticed. Said item isle
being Pe -noticed to be
brought before the City'".
Council on May 12,
2009, at or about 6:00
p.m. You may comment.:!
on this item by attending
the City Council. meet -1
ing.
Thefive-year Consoli
date -d Plan, required. by
HUD, outlines the goals.
and pnortties the City'
will follow over the next
five years for the use of;
Community Develop:
ment Block Grant'•
I (CDBG) funds. The re- I
quired 30 -day review
and comment period
was held from March 1, I
2007 to March 30, 2009!
and no verbal, written;
or emailed comments;
were received.
Copies of the City's'
Draft 2009-2013 Con::
solidated Plan will be'
available' at the City;
Clerk's Office at City•
Hall, located at 23920:
Valencia Blvd., Suite!
304, Santa 'Clanta, CA;
91355 or on-line at.
www.santa-
clanta.com/hbusing/CD ..
BG. Further Information;
may also be obtained byl
contacting Erin Moore -
Lay, Housing Program
Administrator at. (661)
255.4972 or by email at,
emoore-lay ®santa-clar-• i
ita.com.
The Signal 4121/09
THE SIGNAL NEWSPA' "R
24000 Creekside Rd
Valencia CA 91355
Proof of Publication
(2015.5 C.C.P)
STATE OF CALIFORNIA,
COUNTY OF LOS ANGELES
I am a citizen of the United States, and a resident
of. the county aforesaid; I am over the .age of
eighteen years; and 1 am not a parry to or interested
in the notice published. I am the chief legal
advertising clerk of the publisher of the
SIGNAL NEWSPAPER
a newspaper of general circulation, printed and
published Daily in the City of Santa Clarita
County of Los Angeles, and which newspaper has
been adjudged a newspaper of general circulation
by the Superior Court of the County of Los
Angeles, State of California,
under the date of March 25, 1988
Case Number NVC15880, that the notice, of
which the annexed is a printed copy, has been
published in each regular and entire issue of said
•newspaper and not in any supplement thereof on
the following dates; to -wit:
All in the year 201 -la
I certify (or declare) under penalty of perjury that
the foregoing is true and correct
Dated at Valencia, California, this
day of `� : 20
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Notice for
Public Comment and.
Review of the
City of Santa Clarita
Draft 2009.2013
Consolidated Plan
and the
Draft 2009-2010 Annual
Action Plan
Notice is hereby given
that the City of Santa
Clarita .will be inviting
public comment and re-
view of the City's draft
Five -Year Consolidated
Plan for fiscal years
2009-2013 and the draft
2009-2010 Annual Ac-
tion Plan, documents.
The 30 -day review and
comment' period will be
from March 1, 2009' to
March 30, 2009.
The Five -Year Consoli-
dated Plan,. required by
HUD, Identifies and pn-
oritizes the greatest
needs of lower income
residents inO-our com-
munity, and outlines how
to best use 'grant funds
to help meet those
needs.
The Annual Action Plan,
required by HUD, de-
scribes the actions the
City will take in Fiscal
Year draft 2009-2010 to
benefit persons with In-
comes at or below 80%
of L.A. County's median
Income level.
R.ECEIVEC)
FEB 1 9 2009
FINANCE DIVISION
CITY OF SANTA CLARITA
Copies of the City's Draft.
2009-2013 Consolidated
Plan and the 2009-2010
Annual Action Plan will
i be available at the City
Glerk's Office at City
I Hall• located at 23920
I Valencia Blvd., Suite
304; Santa Clarita, CA
i 91355, or on-line at
www.santa-
clarita.com/housing/CDB
G. Citizens wishing to
comment on the Consoli-
dated Plan and/or. Annu-
al Action Plan are re-
quested to put, corn-
. mens in writing to the
attentiort of Teresa Sulll-
van, Project Technician,
23920 Valencia Blvd.,
Suite 302, Santa Clarita,
CA 91355. Comments
may be taken via e-mail
as well. E-mail Teresa
Sullivan at
tsullivan®santa-
clarita:com. •.
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panel, con commentar-
ios sobre at Plan de Ac -
cion, por favor didga su
correspondencia a Mag-,
gi Sanchez, Secretada,
en la'direccion indicada
previamene en esta no- .
ticia. Para correspon-
dencia .electronica envie
su e-mail a masan-
'chez @ sana-clahta.com.
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Glendale Community Col -
,lege soon, to help clear brush
;from the slopes above campus.
,The company Environmental
;Land Management has been
hired to bring about 150 goats
:for brush abatement starting
;Dec. 10. The work is expected
:to take about 10 days.
Using goats is considered a
more economic and environ-
mentally -friendly method to
clear brush.
:SANTA CLARI'TA
Five-year plan on
:meeting's agenda
The city of Santa Clarita is
drafting a new five-year plan to
.address the needs of low -and -
moderate income residents.
The city will host three pub-
lic meetings Tuesday for resi-
dents to voice their opinions
on the plans. The meetings will
be held at 10 am., Santa Clarita
Valley Senior Center, 22900
Market St; 2 p.in., Activities
• Center, Room A, 20880 Centre
Pointe Parkway; and 7 p.m.,
Newhall Community. Center,
22421 Market St.
SANTA C LdARITA .
Homeowners. may.
iget building advice
Officials with the Federal.
;Emergency Management.
Agency plan to be on hand at
local building -supply stores
:this week to advise homeown-
• ers about rebuilding after a
disaster in a way that protects
them in the future.
The mitigation specialists
:will offer safety checklists and
answer questions from home-
owners. They will visit the
Lowe's in Santa Clarita, 19001
Golden Valley Road; -this week
from Thursday through • Sun-
day, 9 am. to 6 p.m.
SYLMAR
Motorcycle officer
gets hurt in crash
A San Fernando Police
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the d"ereri5e'also vriii pro=
U.J.Wmpsbr, is nanKeq Dy anonjuiy`selectiion:'
sentencing in Las Vegas on Frid
test the judge allowing comments about
Simpson's 1994 Los Angeles murder case
he was acquitted of killing his
confrontation with two sports
in which
ex-wife Nicole Brown Simpson and her
bilia dealers over collectibles t
son insisted were stolen from
friend Ron Goldman.
.On Saturday, Simpson remained at
"Prison will be very taxing
Galanter said. At 61, Simpson
the Clark County jail where he has been
housed since his conviction on Oct. 3,
great health, he said.
along with co-defendant Clarence "C.J."
Stewart The two men were found guilty
"He'll be treated like ev
inmate," said Howard Skolnil
of 12 criminal charges, including kidnap-
of the Nevada Department
"The only issue might Y
ping, armed robbery and assault with a
tions.
we have to provide a little m(
deadly weapon.
Simpson was sentenced Friday to 9 to
tive custody because of his ni
33 years in prison. Stewart got 7Y2 to 27
least at the start."
Gabriel Grasso, another Sir.
years.
Michael Shapiro, a New York defense
has followed the Las Vegas
yer, anticipated that Simpson a
friends in prison, adding th,
lawyer who
case, said Simpson's case may get extra
from Nevada Supreme Court,
had been buying snacks
inmates at the Clark County
attention
the state's only appellate court.
"Superimposed over all of it is that
"I think when he does me(
jail, they're going to treat
he's O.J. He's not Joe Schmo," Shapiro
because he treats them w(
said. The justices also could be influ-
by Simpson's murder trial, he said,
said.
Simpson could be move
enced
calling it "the 800 -pound gorilla in the
week to High Desert State P:
45 miles northwest of Las Ve;
room."
Before any appeal winds its way to the
2004 inmate brawl killed
wounded 18 others. Ski
Nevada Supreme Court, Simpson faces
years in prison for a September 2007
and
was unlikely he would go
10 a.m. to 3 p.m. on Dec., 3. .
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FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
December 5, 2008
Contact: Gail Ortiz
661-255-4314
CONSOLIDATED PLAN MEETING PROGRAM
City Seeks Residents Input in Preparation of 5 Year Plan
The City of Santa Clarita is currently in the process of formulating a five-year
Consolidated Plan meant to identify and rank the needs of the low and moderate income
residents of the City. To ensure the greatest benefit for Santa Clarita, the City is asking for
residents input. Three meetings will be held on Tuesday, December 9. The first will be
held at 10:00 a.m. at the Santa Clarita Valley Senior Center located at 22900 Market Street,
the second will be held at 2:00 p.m. at the Activities Center, Room A located at 20880
• Centre Pointe Parkway and the last meeting will be held at 7:00 p.m. at the Newhall
Community Center 22421 Market Street.
"We encourage residents of all socio-economic backgrounds to attend these
meetings and share their thoughts in regards to our City's economic future." said Paul
Brotzman, City Director of Community Development.
The meetings are meant to look at the funds from. the Community Development
Block Grants which are intended to benefit lower income residents and families in a
variety of ways including funding affordable housing, expanding economic opportunities, .
funding non-profit service providers, or creating more parks and recreation opportunities.
For more information, or any questions regarding the five-year Consolidated Flan
or the community meetings, please contact City Project Technician Terasa Sullivan at (661)
255-4368 or email to tsullivan@santa-clarita.com.
Consolidated :Plan
For reasonable accommodations to participate,
more information, or questions, please contact
Project Technician; Te rasa Sullivan at (661) 255-4368
or by email attsullivan@santa-clarita.com.
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Appendix E
HUD Tables CPMP Version