HomeMy WebLinkAbout2014-05-13 - AGENDA REPORTS - CDBG FUNDS 2014-15 - 2018-19 (2)Agenda Item: 8
CITY OF SANTA CLARITA
AGENDA REPORT
CONSENT CALENDAR City Manager Approval:
Item to be presented by:
DATE: May 13, 2014
SUBJECT: SUBMISSION OF THE DRAFT FIVE-YEAR (FY 2014-15
THROUGH 2018-19) CONSOLIDATED PLAN FOR THE CITY'S
USE OF COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT BLOCK GRANT
ENTITLEMENT FUNDS AND FIRST YEAR (FY 2014-15)
ANNUAL ACTION PLAN WITH RECOMMENDED CDBG
FUNDING ALLOCATIONS
DEPARTMENT: Community Development
RECOMMENDED ACTION
City Council approve the submission of the draft five-year (FY 2014-15 through 2018-19)
Consolidated Plan with its associated priorities, and the first-year Annual Action Plan
(FY 2014-15) with the recommended funding therein, to the U.S. Department of Housing
and Urban Development.
BACKGROUND
The City Council was provided with a memo, dated April 30, 2014, containing background
information, along with a copy of the Consolildated Plan and Annual Action Plan referenced
in this Agenda Item.
Each year the City receives approximately $1.1 million dollars in Community Development
Block Grant (CDBG) funds from the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development
(HUD). These funds may only be used to assist low- and moderate -income residents in the areas
of decent housing, a suitable living environment, and expanded economic opportunities. The
City was allocated $1,138,090 in CDBG funds for FY 2014-15. In addition, savings from
previous years in the amount of $292,000 are also available, for a total of $1,430,090 to be
allocated in FY 2014-15.
APPROVED
In order to receive CDBG funds, the City is required to submit a Consolidated Plan (Con Plan)
at least every five years. The Con Plan contains a Housing and Homeless Needs Assessment,
a Housing Market Analysis, and a Strategic Plan. It also sets the priorities for the use of CDBG
funds for the upcoming five years. The current Con Plan was developed to address the five-year
period of FY 2008-09 through FY 2013-14, and will expire on June 30, 2014.
In addition to the five-year Con Plan, each year the City must develop and submit an Annual
Action Plan which outlines the specific ways that year's allocation of CDBG funds will be spent.
The Annual Action Plan also contains service goals and an explanation of how the activities
proposed will meet the priorities in the Con Plan. The new Con Plan and the FY 2014-15
Annual Action Plan must be submitted to HUD by May 15, 2014. To develop the new five-year
Con Plan and the FY 2014-15 Annual Action Plan, the City contracted with the consulting firm
of Veronica Tam and Associates (consultant).
Five -Year Consolidated Plan Development
In order to develop the Con Plan service priorities, the consultant conducted a Community Needs
Assessment process to determine the needs of the low- and moderate -income community. The
Community Needs Assessment process included a survey in hard -copy and on-line formats,
in-person meetings with the general public, and a focus group meeting with community-based
organizations which serve the low- and moderate -income community. The result of the
Community Needs Assessment process was provided to the City Council in a public hearing
on March 11, 2014.
The needs identified through the Community Needs Assessment process, along with the
information from the required Housing and Homeless Needs Assessment and Housing Market
Analysis, were used to develop the Con Plan priorities listed below. Per HUD regulations,
the only categories for priorities are high and low; a designation of medium is not allowed.
Additionally, the City must identify both high and low priorities. High priorities must have
at least one funded activity during the five-year of the Con Plan period. Low priorities may
be funded during the five-year Con Plan period, but this is not required.
Items Which Must be Funded During the Five -Year Con Plan Period
• Improve, maintain, and expand affordable housing
• Improve and expand facilities and infrastructure
• Promote equal housing opportunities
• Provide supportive human services
• Planning and administration
Items Which May be Funded During the Five -Year con Plan Period
• Preserve at -risk housing
• Support economic development opportunities
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FY 2014-15 Annual Action Plan Development
As part of the development of the Annual Action Plan, staff released a Request for Proposals for
non-profit community-based organizations to provide programs and services for the low- and
moderate -income community. Over 90 community -serving non -profits were notified of the
opportunity to apply for City CDBG funding.
Six organizations submitted complete applications requesting funds for nine programs. Those
applications were evaluated by an interdepartmental team of City staff using a 100 -point
evaluation tool, and eight programs were recommended for funding in FY 2014-15. Other
projects recommended for funding in the FY 2014-15 Annual Action Plan include Americans
with Disabilities Act (ADA) improvements to City Hall, ADA sidewalk modifications (curb
cuts), ADA cross -walk modifications, and a City youth sports scholarship program. The full list
of programs and activities recommended for funding are shown on the attached Recommended
FY 2014-15 CDBG Funding Allocations.
A copy of the draft five-year Con Plan and the FY 2014-15 Annual Action Plan are available for
review in the City Clerk's Reading File, and are also electronically attached to this agenda item.
As required by HUD, the draft document was available for public review and comment for
30 days, ending April 25, 2014. One comment from the public was received and is included
in the draft document.
ALTERNATIVE ACTIONS
Other actions as directed by City Council.
FISCAL IMPACT
All programs recommended for funding will utilize CDBG funds provided by HUD. The
appropriation of CDBG funds will be included in the proposed FY 2014-15 City budget.
There is no impact to the General Fund as a result of this item.
ATTACHMENTS
Recommended FY 2014-15 CDBG Funding Allocations
Draft Consolidated Plan and FY 2014-15 Annual Action Plan available in the City Clerk's
Reading File
CITY OF SANTA CLARITA / \ \ 2014-2015 ANNUAL ACTIONPLAN
FETA 1roN A
RECOMMENDED FISCAL YEAR 2014-20151
MAY 2014
FUNDING
HUD 2014-2015 Entitlement
$1,138,090
Prior Year Savings (2012-2013)
$117,000
Prior Year Cancelled Projects (2013-2014)
$175,000
TOTAL AVAILABLE FUNDING
$1,430,090
PROGRAMS AND ACTIVITIES
Administration (Max 20% of Entitlement Allocation)
Personnel / Administration
$207,618
Fair Housing Council
$20,000
TOTAL ADMINISTRATION
$227,618
Public Services (Max 15% of Entitlement Allocation)
Community Access Services Program (Senior Center)
$53,900
Affordable Housing Program (Bridge To Home)
$29,400
Homeless Case Management and Lifeskills (Bridge To Home)
$29,400
Early Childhood Services/Mental Health Counseling (C&F Center)
$17,640
Battered Women Case Management (Domestic Violence Center)
$11,760
Project Special Veterans of the Valley (Carousel Ranch)
$7,350
Project Special Children of the Valley (Carousel Ranch)
$10,496
Youth Sports Program (City)
$9,800
TOTAL PUBLIC SERVICES
$169,746
Capital
Section 108 Debt Service (City)
$301,335
Handyworker Program (Senior Center)
$200,000
Residential Rehabilitation Grant Program (City)
$100,000
Residential Rehabilitation Administration (City)
$27,476
ADA Improvements City -Wide City Hall (City)
$110,005
Crosswalk Improvgments (City)
$100,000
Sidewalk Access Improvements City -Wide (City)
$100,000
Newhall Avenue Development (NAD) Off -Site Improvements
$92,000
TOTAL CAPITAL PROJECTS
$1,030,816
TOTAL AVAILABLE
$1,430,090
TOTAL ALLOCATED
$1,428,180
UNALLOCATED FUNDS
$1,910
City of Santa Clarita
FY 2014 - FY 2018 Consolidated Plan
(July 1, 2014 through June 30, 2019)
and
FY 2014 - FY 2015 Action Plan
(July 1, 2014 through June 30, 2015)
May 2014
Lead Agency:
City of Santa Clarita
Community Development Department
23920 Valencia Boulevard, Suite 300
Santa Clarita, CA 91355
Table of Contents
Tableof Contents.........................................................................................................................i
Listof Tables.............................................................................................................................. ii
ExecutiveSummary ................................................................................................................... 4
ES -05 Executive Summary - 24 CFR 91.200(c), 91.220(b)........................................................ 4
TheProcess............................................................................................................................... 8
PR -05 Lead & Responsible Agencies 24 CFR 91.200(b)........................................................... 8
PR -10 Consultation - 91.100, 91.200(b), 91.215(1)..................................................................... 8
PR -15 Citizen Participation.......................................................................................................12
NeedsAssessment...................................................................................................................15
NA -05 Overview........................................................................................................................15
NA -10 Housing Needs Assessment - 24 CFR 91.205 (a,b,c)....................................................15
NA -15 Disproportionately Greater Need: Housing Problems - 91.205 (b)(2) ..............................23
NA -20 Disproportionately Greater Need: Severe Housing Problems - 91.205 (b)(2) ..................25
NA -25 Disproportionately Greater Need: Housing Cost Burdens - 91.205 (b)(2) .......................28
NA -30 Disproportionately Greater Need: Discussion - 91.205(b)(2) ..........................................29
NA -35 Public Housing - 91.205(b).............................................................................................30
NA -40 Homeless Needs Assessment-91.205(c)......................................................................34
NA -45 Non -Homeless Special Needs Assessment - 91.205 (b,d).............................................38
NA -50 Non -Housing Community Development Needs - 91.215 (f) ............................................40
Housing Market Analysis................................................................
MA -05 Overview............................................................................
MA -10 Number of Housing Units-91.210(a)&(b)(2).......................
MA -15 Housing Market Analysis: Cost of Housing - 91.210(a) .......
MA -20 Housing Market Analysis: Condition of Housing - 91.210(a)
MA -25 Public and Assisted Housing - 91.210(b) ............................
MA -30 Homeless Facilities and Services -91.210(c) ......................
MA -35 Special Needs Facilities and Services - 91.210(d) ..............
MA -40 Barriers to Affordable Housing -91.210(e) ..........................
MA -45 Non -Housing Community Development Assets -91.215 (f).
MA -50 Needs and Market Analysis Discussion ..............................
StrategicPlan....................................................................................
SP -05 Overview.................................................................................
SP -10 Geographic Priorities - 91.215 (a)(1) .......................................
SP -25 Priority Needs - 91.215(a)(2)...................................................
SP -30 Influence of Market Conditions - 91.215 (b) .............................
SP -35 Anticipated Resources - 91.215(a)(4), 91.220(c)(1,2) ..............
SP -40 Institutional Delivery Structure -91.215(k) ...............................
SP -45 Goals Summary - 91.215(a)(4) ................................................
SP -50 Public Housing Accessibility and Involvement - 91.215(c) ........
SP -55 Barriers to affordable housing - 91.215(h) .................................
SP -60 Homelessness Strategy -91.215(d) ..........................................
SP -65 Lead based paint Hazards -91.215(i) .......................................
SP -70 Anti -Poverty Strategy - 91.2150) ...............................................
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Annual Goals and Objectives..........
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AP -38 Proiect Summary .........................................
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AP -60 Public Housing - 91.220(h).....................................................................................110
AP -65 Homeless and Other Special Needs Activities - 91.220(i) .......................................111
AP -75 Barriers to affordable housing - 91.2200)................................................................113
AP -85 Other Actions - 91.220(k)........................................................................................115
Program Specific Requirements..............................................................................................120
List of Tables
Table 1 - Responsible Agencies...................................................................................................8
Table 2 -Agencies, groups, organizations who participated.......................................................10
Table 3 -Other local / regional /federal planning efforts............................................................11
Table 4 - Citizen Participation Outreach.....................................................................................14
Table 5 - Housing Needs Assessment Demographics................................................................16
Table 6 - Total Households Table...............................................................................................17
Table 7 - Housing Problems Table..............................................................................................18
Table 8 - Housing Problems 2.....................................................................................................19
Table9 - Cost Burden > 30%......................................................................................................19
Table 10 -Cost Burden > 50%....................................................................................................20
Table 11 - Crowding Information-1/2.........................................................................................20
Table 12 - Crowding Information - 2/2.........................................................................................20
Table 13 - Disproportionally Greater Need 0 - 30% AMI.............................................................23
Table 14 - Disproportionally Greater Need 30 - 50% AMI...........................................................23
Table 15 - Disproportionally Greater Need 50 - 80% AMI...........................................................24
Table 16 - Disproportionally Greater Need 80 - 100% AMI.........................................................24
Table 17 - Severe Housing Problems 0 - 30% AMI.....................................................................25
Table 18 - Severe Housing Problems 30 - 50% AMI...................................................................26
Table 19 - Severe Housing Problems 50 - 80% AMI...................................................................26
Table 20 - Severe Housing Problems 80 - 100% AMI.................................................................27
Table 21 - Greater Need: Housing Cost Burdens AMI................................................................28
Table 22 - Public Housing by Program Type..............................................................................30
Table 23 - Characteristics of Public Housing Residents by Program Type.................................31
Table 24 - Race of Public Housing Residents by Program Type................................................32
Table 25 - Ethnicity of Public Housing Residents by Program Type...........................................32
Table 26 - Homeless Needs Assessment...................................................................................35
Table 27 - Residential Properties by Unit Number......................................................................44
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Table 28 - Unit Size by Tenure..................................................................................
Table29 - Cost of Housing........................................................................................
Table30 - Rent Paid......................................................................................
Table 31 - Housing Affordability.....................................................................
Table32 - Monthly Rent,..... ................................ .................. _ ......................
Table 33 - Condition of Units..........................................................................
Table 34-Year Unit Built.............................................................................-
Table 35 - Risk of Lead-Based Paint..............................................................
Table36 - Vacant Units..................................................................................
Table 37 - Total Number of Units by Program Type.......................................
Table 38 - Public Housing Condition..............................................................
Table 39 - Facilities and Housing Targeted to Homeless Households...........
Table 40 - Business Activity...........................................................................
Table 41 - Labor Force ...................................................................................
Table 42 - Occupations by Sector..................................................................
Table43 - Travel Time...................................................................................
Table 44 - Educational Attainment by Employment Status ............................
Table 45 - Educational Attainment by Age.....................................................
Table 46 - Median Earnings in the Past 12 Months........................................
Table 47 - Geographic Priority Areas.............................................................
Table 48 - Priority Needs Summary ...............................................................
Table 49 - Influence of Market Conditions......................................................
Table 50 - Anticipated Resources..................................................................
Table 51 - Institutional Delivery Structure.....................................................
Table 52 - Homeless Prevention Services Summary .....................................
Table 53 - Goals Summary ............................................................................
Table 54 - Expected Resources - Priority Table.............................................
Table 55 - Goals Summary ............................................................................
Table 56- Project Information.......................................................................
Table 57 - Geographic Distribution................................................................
Table 58 - One Year Goals for Affordable Housing by Support Requirement
Table 59 - One Year Goals for Affordable Housing by Support Type ............
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Executive Summary
ES -05 Executive Summary - 24 CFR 91.200(c), 91.220(b)
Introduction
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.
This Fiscal Year (FY) 2014-2018 Consolidated Plan for the City of Santa Clarita serves as the
City's official application to HUD for Community Development Block Grant (CDBG) funds. The
Plan identifies the housing and community development needs in the City and sets forth a
strategic plan for addressing the identified needs. It also satisfies the minimum statutory
requirements of the CDBG program. The Plan covers from July 1, 2014 through June 30, 2019.
This Consolidated Plan was prepared using the eCon Planning Suite system developed by
HUD. The system prescribes the structure and contents of this document, following the Federal
CDBG and Consolidated Planning regulations. A companion document to this Consolidated
Plan is the Analysis of Impediments (AI) to Fair Housing Choice. The Al also contains detailed
data and analyses regarding the demographic and housing market conditions in the City.
2. Summary of the objectives and outcomes identified in the Plan Needs
Assessment Overview
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 Cateaories- Activities will meet one of the following:
• Decent Housing (DH)
• A Suitable Living Environment (SL)
• Economic Opportunity (EO) General
Outcome Cateaories- Activities will meet one of the following_
• Availability/Accessibility (1)
• Affordability (2)
• Sustainability (3)
The City of Santa Clarita has a range of housing and community development needs. CDBG
funds alone are not adequate to address the myriad of needs identified during the public
outreach process and summarized in the Needs Assessment of this Consolidated Plan.
Recognizing the national objectives of the CDBG program and specific program regulations, the
City intends to use CDBG funds to coordinate programs, services, and projects to create a
decent and suitable living environment to benefit low- and moderate -income households and
those with special needs. Needs which have been determined to be a High Priority level will
receive funding during the Five -Year Consolidated Plan. Needs with a Low Priority may be
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funded based on the availability of funds. The priorities for the FY 2014-2018 Consolidated Plan
established in consultation with residents and community groups will be prioritized in the
following order:
High Priority
• Improve, Maintain, and Expand Affordable Housing
• Improve and Expand Facilities and Infrastructure
• Planning and Administration
• Promote Equal Housing Opportunity
• Provide Supportive Human Services
Low Priority
• Preserve At -Risk Housing
• Support Economic Development Opportunities
3. Evaluation of past performance
During the last Five Year Consolidated Plan for FY 2009-2013, the City met or exceeded most
all of its five-year goals and objectives.
Housing: The City assisted nearly 550 households through its homelessness prevention
programs—the Housing Retention Program, the Families to Home Program, and the Creative
Homeless Services Program. An additional 385 households in the City were assisted through
various housing rehabilitation programs, including the Residential Rehabilitation Program and
the Handyworker Program. Finally, 750 properties were inspected as part of the Community
Preservation Program, which targets code enforcement activities in the lower-income Newhall
area.
In 2009, the City was awarded $1,187,003 in NSP1 funds which were utilized, in conjunction
with former Redevelopment Agency set-aside funds, for the acquisition of two parcels on
Newhall Avenue. A 30 unit multi -family project was anticipated to begin construction on one of
the parcels in late 2011 in phase one of the project. The second parcel was to be used for a
second phase that was yet to be entitled. However, the dissolution of the City's Redevelopment
Agency put this project temporarily on hold. In 2013, the City began taking steps, required by AB
1484, to recapture $5.05 million in housing bond proceeds in order to secure funds to allow this
project to proceed. These recaptured funds were made available to the City on January 1, 2014
and the City has begun working with the chosen developers to restart the project. The City plans
to move forward as expeditiously as possible to finalize the development and begin construction.
While the City does not receive HOME funds on an annual basis, Santa Clarita was awarded
$700,000 in HOME funds by the State in 2011. These funds were utilized for a FirstHOME
program, which provides zero -interest, deferred payment second mortgage loans to allow
eligible lower-income first-time homebuyers to purchase a qualifying home in the City. One loan
was funded in 2013. Because the waiting list has expired, the City undertook additional
outreach in summer 2012 and a new pool of potentially eligible borrowers were identified. Two
households are currently in the home search process.
Community Services: The City utilizes CDBG funds for a number of community services for its
residents. Over 3,050 persons were served through various programs, including the Community
Access Services Program, Project SCV Program, and Youth Sports Program, among others.
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Section 108 Loans: The City of Santa Clarita undertook several large infrastructure improvement
projects prior to the FY 2009-2013 Consolidated Plan period. Improvements were made to the
east Newhall area, on Scherzinger Lane, and to the Boys and Girls Club Youth Center
facility. The Section 108 loans are scheduled to be paid off during the FY 2014-2018
Consolidated Plan period.
Economic Development: The City funded a handful of economic development programs during
the previous Consolidated Plan period, including the Outreach for Small Business Program. A
total of 27 individuals were assisted by the Technology Center through the Single Mothers
Outreach Program. In 2009, the City was also a recipient of $303,635 in CDBG-R funds. These
funds were utilized for Business Improvement Grants (BIG) to local business owners in the Old
Town Newhall neighborhood. Twelve businesses benefited through grants to five property
owners from this program. This investment in the Old Town Newhall area leverages prior
investment of former Redevelopment Agency funds used for streetscape improvements,
acquisition of property for the construction of the Newhall Public Library, and the acquisition of
land for a future mixed use development. The CDBG-R funded improvements also spurred
private sector investment in the neighborhood through improved property upkeep and business
expansion.
4. Summary of citizen participation process and consultation process
Citizen participation is one of the most important components of the Consolidated Plan process.
To solicit public input during the development of the Consolidated Plan, the City conducted two
community workshops and one focus group workshop with local housing and services providers.
The City also administered a Housing and Community Development Needs Survey.
Community and Stakeholder Meetings: Santa Clarita held two community workshops and one
focus group workshop for a total of three public meetings to solicit input on needs during the
development of the Consolidated Plan. The workshops were held on the following days:
• Community Workshop #1: Saturday November 16, 2013, City Hall, Century Room, 1st
Floor, 23920 Valencia Boulevard, 10:00 AM
• Community Workshop #2: Wednesday November 20, 2013, Newhall Community Center,
22421 Market Street, 6:00 PM
• Focus Group Workshop: Wednesday November 20, 2013, City Hall, Century Room, 1st
Floor, 23920 Valencia Boulevard, 2:00 PM
Housing and Community Development Needs Survey: The Survey was made available both on-
line and in hard copy form. A total of 348 responses were received. Outreach for the
Community/Stakeholder workshops and the Housing and Community Needs Development
Survey included:
• Notices posted on City's website (English and Spanish).
• Hard copies of notices (English and Spanish) were made available in the main City Hall
reception area, City Hall lobby area, City Hall Permit Center, Santa Clarita Activities
Center, and the Newhall Community Center.
• Advertisements published in the Thursday, November 7, 2013 edition of The Signal
newspaper (English and Spanish).
• Messages distributed via email to 11 past and present CDBG-funded agencies
requested that the agencies make workshop flyers available at their locations and to
encourage workshop attendance and completion of the Survey.
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• Messages distributed via email to over 300 City employees soliciting input.
• Letters sent by U.S. Mail to CDBG Master Distribution List (179 agencies) informing
them of the workshops and the availability of the Survey.
• Internet survey links were displayed on workshop flyers (English and Spanish).
• Hard copies of the survey distributed to a number of local agencies for distribution to
their clients.
Applications for Funding: A flyer announcing CDBG funding opportunity was mailed to 90 non-
profit organizations and agencies in December 2013. The City held two funding meetings on
January 6 and January 7, 2014 to provide information on the CDBG program and to discuss
needs in the community and eligibility for funding.
Public Hearings: A Public Hearing before the City Council was held on March 11, 2014 to review
housing and community development needs in Santa Clarita. Public notices for the hearing
were published in The Signal.
Public Review of Draft Documents: A 30 -day public review was held from March 24, 2014
through April 25, 2014. Copies of the draft Consolidated Plan and Action Plan were made
available for the public at the following locations:
• City website
• City Hall (23920 Valencia Boulevard, Suite 120)
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 implementation have
access to the City's Plans. Santa Clarita is committed to minimizing displacement and assisting
those displaced, if any, as a result of the Plan's activities. The City also currently has an Anti -
Displacement Plan in place.
5. Summary of public comments
A summary of the public comments received is provided in Appendix A.
Summary of comments or views not accepted and the reasons for not accepting
them
All comments were received.
Summary
The City of Santa Clarita has undertaken diligent and good faith efforts in outreaching to all
segments of the community that may benefit from the CDBG program.
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PR -05 Lead & Responsible Agencies 24 CFR 91.200(b)
Describe agency/entity responsible for preparing the Consolidated Plan and
those responsible for administration of each grant program and funding source
Agency Role
I Name
Department/Agency
CDBG Administrator
I Santa Clarita
Community Development
Table 1 - Responsible Agencies
Narrative
The City's CDBG program is administered by the City of Santa Clarita Community Development
Department.
Consolidated Plan Public Contact Information
For matters concerning the City of Santa Clarita's CDBG program, please contact: Erin Lay,
Housing Program Administrator, City of Santa Clarita Community Development Department,
23920 Valencia Blvd., Suite 300, Santa Clarita, CA 91355, (661) 286-4174.
PR -10 Consultation - 91.100, 91.200(b), 91.215(1)
Introduction
As part of this Consolidated Plan development, the City undertook an extensive outreach
program to consult and coordinate nonprofit agencies, affordable housing providers, and
government agencies regarding the needs of the low- and moderate -income community. The
outreach program has been summarized in the Executive Summary and Citizen Participation
sections of this Consolidated Plan. Comments received and results of the survey are
summarized in Appendix A to this Consolidated Plan.
Provide a concise summary of the jurisdiction's activities to enhance coordination
between public and assisted housing providers and private and governmental health,
mental health and service agencies (91.215(1)).
To outreach to various agencies and organizations, the City compiled an outreach list consisting
of more than 180 agencies, including:
Nonprofit service providers that cater to the needs of low- and moderate -income
households and persons with special needs, including persons with disabilities;
• Affordable housing providers;
Housing advocates;
• Housing professionals;
• Public agencies (such as school districts, health services, public works);
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• Economic development and employment organizations; and
• Community and neighborhood groups.
The complete outreach list is included in Appendix A. These agencies were mailed notices of
the City's Consolidated Plan process and public meetings. Specific agencies were also
contacted to obtain data in preparation of this Consolidated Plan. For example, the State
Developmental Services Department and State Social Services Department were contacted to
obtain data and housing resources for persons with disabilities. The Housing Authority of the
County of Los Angeles was also contacted to obtain information on public housing and Housing
Choice Vouchers available to City residents.
Describe coordination with the Continuum of Care and efforts to address the needs of
homeless persons (particularly chronically homeless individuals and families, families
with children, veterans, and unaccompanied youth) and persons at risk of
homelessness
The outreach list includes homeless service agencies in the Los Angeles Continuum of Care
Council (LACoC). The Continuum of Care Strategy was consulted to provide information on
homelessness and resources available. Several agencies that provide housing and supportive
services for the homeless and those at risk of becoming homeless attended the Focus Group
Workshop. These include the Bridge to Home, Lutheran Social Services North L.A., and Single
Mothers Outreach.
Describe consultation with the Continuum(s) of Care that serves the jurisdiction's area in
determining how to allocate ESG funds, develop performance standards and evaluate
outcomes, and develop funding, policies and procedures for the administration of HMIS
The City's HUD entitlement allocation does not include ESG funds.
2. Describe Agencies, groups, organizations and others who participated in the
process and describe the jurisdictions consultations with housing, social service
agencies and other entities
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Agency/Group/Organizabon
Carousel Ranch
Agency/Group/Orgenization Type
Services -Children
What section of the Plan was addressed by
Housing Need Assessment
1
Consultation?
Non -Homeless Special Needs
How was the Agency/Group/Organization
Agency attended Focus Group Workshop on
consulted and what are the anticipated outcomes
November 20, 2013 and provided input on
of the consultation or areas for improved
housing and supportive services for children and
coordination?
adults with special needs.
Agency/Group/Organization
Single Mothers Outreach
Agency/Group/Organization Type
Services -Single Parents
Housing Need Assessment
What section of the Plan was addressed by
Homelessness Strategy
2
Consultation?
Homeless Needs - Families with children
Non -Homeless Special Needs
How was the Agency/Group/Organization
Agency attended Focus Group Workshop on
consulted and what are the anticipated outcomes
November 20, 2013 and provided input on
of the consultation or areas for improved
housing and supportive services for both
coordination?
homeless and non -homeless single parents.
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Agency/Group/Organizabon
Bridge to Home
Agency/Group/Organization Type
Housing
Services -Homeless
Housing Need Assessment
What section of the Plan was addressed by
Homelessness Strategy
3
Consultation?
Homeless Needs - Chronically homeless
Homeless Needs - Families with children
How was the Agency/Group/Organization
Agency attended Focus Group Workshop on
consulted and what are the anticipated outcomes
November 20, 2013 and provided input on
of the consultation or areas for improved
coordination?
housing and supportive services for homeless.
Agency/Group/Organization
Lutheran Social Services
Agency/Group/Organization Type
Housing
Services -Homeless
Housing Need Assessment
What section of the Plan was addressed by
Homelessness Strategy
4
Consultation?
Homeless Needs - Chronically homeless
Homeless Needs - Families with children
How was the Agency/Group/Organization
Agency attended Focus Group Workshop on
consulted and what are the anticipated outcomes
November 20, 2013 and provided input on
of the consultation or areas for improved
housing and supportive services for homeless.
coordination?
Agency/Group/Organization
Santa Clarita Valley Committee on Aging - Senior
Center
Agency/Group/Organization Type
Services -Elderly Persons
What section of the Plan was addressed by
Housing Need Assessment
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Consultation?
Homelessness Strategy
Non -Homeless Special Needs
How was the Agency/Group/Organization
Agency attended Focus Group Workshop on
consulted and what are the anticipated outcomes
November 20, 2013 and provided input on
of the consultation or areas for improved
housing and supportive services for senior
coordination?
residents.
Agency/Group/Orgenization
Child and Family Center
Agency/Group/Organization Type
Services -Children
Families
What section of the Plan was addressed by
Housing Need Assessment
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Consultation?
Non -Homeless Special Needs
How was the Agency/Group/Organization
Agency attended Focus Group Workshop on
consulted and what are the anticipated outcomes
of the consultation or areas for improved
November 20, 2013 and provided input on
coordination?
housing needs in the City.
Agency/Group/Organization
Domestic Violence Shelter of Santa Clarita
Valle
Agency/Group/Organization Type
Services -Victims of Domestic Violence
What section of the Plan was addressed by
Housing Need Assessment
Consultation?
Non -Homeless Special Needs
How was the Agency/Group/Organization
Agency attended Focus Group Workshop on
consulted and what are the anticipated outcomes
November 20, 2013 and provided input on
of the consultation or areas for improved
housing and support services in the City.
coordination?
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Identify any Agency Types not consulted and provide rationale for not consulting
The City contacted over 180 agencies as part of the outreach process for this Consolidated
Plan. All applicable agencies and agency types were consulted.
Other local/regional/state/federal planning efforts considered when preparing the Plan
Name of Plan
Lead Organization
How do the goals of your Strategic Plan overlap with the goals of
eachplan?
Los Angeles
Through the outreach process, the City has identified homeless
Continuum of
Homeless Service
and homeless prevention services as a priority for the CDBG
Care
Authority
program. These services will complement the Continuum of Care
Strategy for transitioning the homeless to permanent housing.
Table 3 - Other local / regional / federal planning efforts
Describe cooperation and coordination with other public entities, including the State and
any adjacent units of general local government, in the implementation of the
Consolidated Plan (91.215(1))
City of Santa Clarita departments that may have an interest in the CDBG program were invited
to participate in the Consolidated Plan process. Notice of the Focus Group Workshop was also
sent to various City departments. Adjacent units of government were also included on the
outreach list and received notification of public meetings.
As a means of reducing the number of persons with incomes below the poverty line, the City
also coordinated its efforts with those of other public and private organizations providing
economic development and job training programs. A number of public, quasi -public, and
nonprofit organizations provide economic development and job training services in Santa
Clarita, including:
• Castaic Chamber of Commerce
• College of the Canyons
• Hart District Regional Occupational Program (ROP)
• Los Angeles Economic Development Corporation
• Los Angeles County Workforce Investment Board -Santa Clarita WorkSource Center
• Santa Clarita Valley Chamber of Commerce
• Santa Clarita Valley Economic Development Corporation
• Valley Industry Association
Narrative (optional):
Refer to Appendix A for a complete outreach list, proof of publication, results of the Housing and
Community Development Needs Survey, and summary of public comments received.
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PR -15 Citizen Participation
Summary of citizen participation process/Efforts made to broaden citizen participation
Summarize citizen participation process and how it impacted goal -setting
Citizen participation is one of the most important components of the Consolidated Plan process. To solicit public input during the
development of the Consolidated Plan, the City conducted two Community Workshops and one Focus Group Workshop for local
housing and services providers. The City also administered a Housing and Community Development Needs Survey.
Community and Stakeholder Meetings: Santa Clarita held two Community Workshops and one Focus Group Workshop for a total of
three public meetings to solicit input on needs.
Housing and Community Development Needs Survey: A total of 348 responses were received.
Public Hearings: A Public Hearing before the City Council was held on March 11, 2014 to review housing and community
development needs in Santa Clarita. On May 13, 2014, the Draft Consolidated Plan and Action Plan will be brought before the City
Council to review and adoption.
Public Review of Draft Documents: A 30 -day public review was held from March 24, 2014 through April 25, 2014. The final
Consolidated Plan, amendments to the Plan, and annual performance reports will be available for five years at City Hall.
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Sort Order
Mode of Outreach
Target of Outreach
Summary of
response/attendance
Summary of
comments received
Summary of comments
not accepted
and reasons
Key issues identified include: 1)
Need for support and housing
services for persons with
disabilities; 2) Need for affordable
Minorities
childcare; 3) Homeless assistance
is needed; 4) Lack of transitional
Persons with
and affordable housing in the City;
disabilities
5) Need for permanent supportive
A total of seven
housing with an emphasis on
1
Focus Group
Non-
agencies attended
support services; 6) Lack of
All comments were
Workshop
targeted/broad
the Focus Group
affordable housing opportunities for
received and accepted.
community
Workshop.
seniors has led to an increase in
homelessness; 7) Need for support
Residents of
services and housing options for
Public and
large families and persons dealing
Assisted Housing
with immigration issues; and 8)
Coordination among service
agencies needs improvement. A
summary of the comments
received is included in Appendix A.
Minorities
Non-English
Two Community
Speaking - Specify
Workshops were
2
Community
Workshop
other language:
Spanish
conducted; however,
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
no residents
Non-
attended.
targeted/broad
community
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Mode of Outreach
Target of Outreach
Summary of
response/attendance
Summary of
comments received
Summary of comments
not accepted
and reasons
Minorities
Non-English
Housing and
Speaking - Specify
other language:
A total of 348
A detailed summary of the
All comments were
3
Community
Spanish
residents responded
comments received is included in
accepted.
Needs Survey
to the survey.
Appendix A.
Non-
targeted/broad
community
The first public
hearing was held
before the City
Council on March
11, 2014 to review
4
Public Hearing
Non -targeted/
needs and priorities.
No public comments were
All comments were
broad community
The second public
received.
accepted.
hearing will be held
on May 13, 2014 for
the adoption of the
Consolidated Plan
and Action Plan.
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Needs Assessment
NA -05 Overview
Needs Assessment Overview
During the development of the Consolidated Plan, residents were asked to rank the relative
importance of housing and community development needs in a survey. A total of 348 residents
responded to the survey and identified the following topics as top ranking needs in Santa Clarita:
• Job creation and retention
• Anti-crime programs
• Youth activities
• Parks and recreational facilities
• Employment Training
• Health Services
• Youth centers
• Mental Health Services
• Health Care Facilities
• Senior Activities
These topics are generally in line with comments received during the Focus Group Workshop.
Additional needs were identified at this meeting, including homeless and homeless prevention
services, affordable childcare, and services for seniors, victims of domestic violence, and
persons with disabilities. Housing assistance, especially affordable rental housing, transitional
and permanent supportive housing, were identified as significant needs.
NA -10 Housing Needs Assessment - 24 CFR 91.205 (a,b,c)
Summary of Housing Needs
As defined by HUD in the Comprehensive Housing Affordability Strategy (CHAS) data, housing
problems include:
• Units with physical defects (lacking complete kitchen or bathroom);
• Overcrowded conditions (housing units with more than one person per room);
• Housing cost burden (including utilities) exceeding 30 percent of gross income; and
• Severe housing cost burden (including utilities) exceeding 50 percent of gross income
There is a need for affordable housing in Santa Clarita. Housing problems in the City impact
renter -households more significantly, with 53 percent of all renter -households experiencing at
least one housing problem (inadequate housing, overcrowding, cost burden of 50 percent, or
cost burden of 30 percent), compared to 49 percent of owner -households. Among all
households (incomes up to 100 percent AMI), Hispanic households were also the most likely to
experience a housing problem. Of the housing problems described above, the most common in
Santa Clarita was housing cost burden. This was affirmed by comments received during the
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Focus Group Workshop, where workshop participants commented on the lack of affordable
housing in the City.
The extent of overcrowding in the City varies by tenure, income level and household type.
Approximately 14 percent of overcrowded households were comprised of multiple, unrelated
families living together in the same home (Table 11). This may indicate that multiple families
need to pool their resources in order to afford housing in Santa Clarita.
The quality of the City's housing stock, which includes age and the condition of the structure,
could also present potential housing issues for low- and moderate -income households.
Approximately 44 percent of housing in the City, regardless of tenure, is over 30 years old (built
before 1980) and potentially in need of rehabilitation. Many low- and moderate -income
households in Santa Clarita, particularly seniors and the disabled, may be unable to afford the
needed repairs for their homes.
In addition to the housing needs discussed above, the City of Santa Clarita also has a number of
infrastructure needs. A number of the City's public facilities, streets and sidewalks are in need
of improvements, renovations and accessibility related modifications. These projects are
necessary in order to ensure that critical services and facilities within the City remain safe and
accessible to all residents of the community.
To further dissect the housing problems, the following tables provide additional details:
• Table 7 presents the number of households with one or more housing problems
(inadequate housing, overcrowding, cost burden of 50 percent, or cost burden of 30
percent) by income and tenure.
• Table 8 summarizes the number of households with more than one or more severe
housing problems by income and tenure. Severe housing problems are: inadequate
housing; severe overcrowding (1.51 persons or more per room); and housing cost
burden of 50 percent.
• Table 9 isolates those households with housing cost burden of over 30 percent (inclusive
of those with cost burden of over 50 percent) by income and tenure.
• Table 10 further isolates those households with cost burden of over 50 percent.
• Table 11 presents overcrowding by household type.
• Table 12 is intended to show overcrowding for households with children. However, the
American Community Survey provides no data for the City.
Demographics
Base Year: 2000
Most Recent Year: 2010
% Change
Population
152,188
172,253
13%
Households
51,078
57,328
12%
Median Income
$66,717.00
$82,642.00
24%
Table 5 - Housing Needs Assessment Demographics
Data source: 2000 Census (Base Year), 2006-2010 ACS (Most Recent Year)
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Number of Households Table
Table 6 - Total Households Table
Data 2006-2010 CHAS
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0-30%
HAMFI
>30-50%
HAMFI
>50-80%
HAMM
>80-100%
HAMFI
>100%
HAMFI
Total Households *
5,110
5,515
8,245
5,850
32,610
Small Family Households *
1,420
1,945
3,385
2,920
20,470
Large Family Households *
530
535
1,545
1,020
3,400
Household contains at least one
person 62-74 years of age
1,070
1,055
1,615
975
4,500
Household contains at least one
person age 75 or older
1 1,060
1,355
945
354
1,080
Households with one or more children
6 ears old or younger
1,040
775
1,920
1,595
4,135
* the highest income category for these family types is >80% HAMFI
Table 6 - Total Households Table
Data 2006-2010 CHAS
Source:
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Housing Needs Summary Tables
1. Housing Problems (Households with one of the listed needs)
fable 7 - Housing Problems Table
Data 2006-2010 CHAS
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Renter
Owner
0-30%
>30.
>50.
>80.
0.
>30.
>50.
>80-
AMI
50%
80%
100%
Total
30%
50%
80%
100%
Total
AMI
AMI
AMI
AMI
AMI
AMI
AMI
NUMBER OF HOUSEHOLDS
Substandard
Housing - Lacking
45
25
30
25
125
0
0
0
0
0
complete plumbing
or kitchen facilities
Severely
Overcrowded -
With >1.51 people
185
110
385
50
730
0
15
95
0
110
per room (and
complete kitchen
and lumbin
Overcrowded -
With 1.01-1.5
people per room
220
275
440
200
1,135
20
95
355
190
660
(and none of the
aboveproblems)
Housing cost
burden greater
than 50% of
11825
1,210
505
0
3,540
1,665
1,630
1,730
1,130
6,155
income (and none
of the above
problems)
Housing cost
burden greater
than
(an
175
580
1,485
740
2,980
205
595
1,110
1,570
3,480
income
income (and none
of the above
problems)
Zero/negative
Income (and none
115
0
0
0
115
105
0
0
0
105
of the above
problems)
fable 7 - Housing Problems Table
Data 2006-2010 CHAS
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2. Housing Problems 2 (Households with one or more Severe Housing Problems: Lacks
kitchen or complete plumbing, severe overcrowding, severe cost burden)
Table 8 - Housing Problems 2
Data 2006-2010 CHAS
Source:
3. Cost Burden > 30%
Renter
Owner
0
>30
>50-
>80-0-
>30-
>50
>80-
0
>30-
30%
50%
80%
100%
Total
30%
50%
80%
100%
Total
80%
AMI
AMI
AMI
AMI
AMI
AMI
AMI
AMI
AMI
AMI
NUMBER OF HOUSEHOLDS
Having 1 or more
Small Related
810
910
of four housing
2,270
1,615
1,360
275
5,520
1,685
1,735
2,180
1,320
6,920
problems
240
800
1,210
Elderly
680
635
315
1,630
850
884
Having none of
2,374
Other
645
380
665
1,690
390
350
314
1,054
four housing
590
805
1,960
1,465
4,820
334
1,360
2,745
2,790
7,229
problems
Household has
negative income,
but none of the
115
0
0
0
115
105
0
0
0
105
other housing
problems
Table 8 - Housing Problems 2
Data 2006-2010 CHAS
Source:
3. Cost Burden > 30%
Table 9 - Cost Burden > 30%
Data 2006-2010 CHAS
Source:
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Renter
Owner
>30.
>50.
0
>30-
>50-
AMI
AMI
50%
80%
Total
AMI
AMI
50%
80%
Total
AMI
AMI
AMI
AMI
NUMBER OF HOUSEHOLDS
Small Related
810
910
1,160
2,880
480
820
1,345
2,645
Large Related
315
275
255
845
170
240
800
1,210
Elderly
680
635
315
1,630
850
884
640
2,374
Other
645
380
665
1,690
390
350
314
1,054
Total need by
21450
2,200
2,395
7,045
1,890
2,294
3,099
7,283
income
Table 9 - Cost Burden > 30%
Data 2006-2010 CHAS
Source:
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4. Cost Burden > 50%
Table 10 -Cost Burden > 50%
Data 2006-2010 CHAS
Source:
5. Crowding (More than one person per room)
Renter
Renter
0-
0
Owner
>50-
>80-
0
>30-
50
>80
50%
>30-
>50 -
50%
80%
AMI%
Total
50%
80%
Total
AMI
%
80%
Total
AMI
AMI
AMI
AMI
AMI
AMI
AMI
AMI
AMI
NUMBER OF HOUSEHOLDS
NUMBER OF HOUSEHOLDS
Children Present
NA
NA
NA
NA
NA
NA
Small Related
750
595
215
1,560
465
665
845
1,975
Large Related
250
110
35
395
170
210
590
970
Elderly
565
415
45
1,025
710
489
340
1,539
Other
635
275
205
1,115
340
340
165
845
Total need by
income
2,200
1,395
500
4,095
1,685
1,704
1,940
5,329
Table 10 -Cost Burden > 50%
Data 2006-2010 CHAS
Source:
5. Crowding (More than one person per room)
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Data 2006-2010 CHAS
Source:
Renter
Owner
0-
0
>30-
>50-
>80-
0
>30-
>50
>80
50%
80%
30%
50%
80%
100%
Total
30%
50%
80%
100%
Total
AMI
AMI
AMI
AMI
AMI
AMI
AMI
AMI
AMI
NUMBER OF HOUSEHOLDS
Single family
Children Present
NA
NA
NA
NA
NA
NA
NA
NA
households
400
365
640
150
1,555
20
85
320
155
580
Multiple, unrelated
family households
0
30
50
100
180
0
20
125
35
180
Other, non -family
households
20
0
140
15
175
0
0
0
0
0
Total need by
420
395
830
265
1,910
20
105
445
190
760
income
I able 11 - Crowding Information - 1/2
Data 2006-2010 CHAS
Source:
I able 12 - Crowding Information - 2/2
Data Source
Comments: Data not available
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Renter
Owner
0-
>30-
>50-
0->30-
>50
30%
50%
80%
Total
30%
50%
80%
Total
AMI
AMI
AMI
AMI
AMI
AMI
Households with
Children Present
NA
NA
NA
NA
NA
NA
NA
NA
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Data Source
Comments: Data not available
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Describe the number and type of single person households in need of housing
assistance.
According to the 2006-2010 American Community Survey (ACS), approximately 21 percent of
the City's households were single person households. The majority of single person households
in the City were homeowners (61 percent), while 39 percent were renters. Furthermore, many of
the single -person owner -households in the City were senior homeowners (23 percent).
However, a larger proportion of renter -occupied households were single person households in
comparison to owner -occupied households (30 percent of renter -households versus 17 percent
of owner -households). ACS data indicates that approximately 32 percent of the City's
population living alone had incomes below the poverty level.
Estimate the number and type of families in need of housing assistance who are
disabled or victims of domestic violence, dating violence, sexual assault and stalking.
Persons with Disabilities: According to the 2009-2011 ACS, nine percent of the City's population
was affected by one or more disabilities. Among persons living with disabilities in Santa Clarita,
ambulatory disabilities were the most prevalent (55 percent), followed by independent living
disabilities and cognitive disabilities (36 percent each).
As reported by the State Department of Developmental Services, as of September 2013,
approximately 1,718 Santa Clarita residents with developmental disabilities were being assisted
by the North Los Angeles County Regional Center. Most of these individuals were residing in a
private home with their parent of guardian and 1,014 of these persons with developmental
disabilities were under the age of 18.
According to the 2013 Greater Los Angeles Homeless Count, approximately 31 percent of
homeless persons in SPA 2, of which the City is a part, suffer from mental health issues. No City
specific data is available.
Victims of Domestic Violence: Based on survey data collected during the 2013 Greater Los
Angeles Homeless Count and applied to the City's homeless population, an estimated 54
homeless adults in the City were survivors of domestic violence at some point in the past.
Statistics from the Los Angeles County Sherriff's Department indicated that in 2008, the Santa
Clarita Valley Station responded to 697 instances of domestic violence, a 25 percent increase
from the previous year. The vast majority of these instances (90 percent) involved a weapon. It
should be noted, however, that domestic violence is frequently underreported.
What are the most common housing problems?
As mentioned previously, the most common housing problem in Santa Clarita is housing cost
burden. Among the City's renter -households, about 76 percent of all housing problems were
related to housing cost burden. Furthermore, approximately 92 percent of housing problems
documented among Santa Clarita's owner -households were related to cost burden. Units with
physical defects, or substandard units, were the least common housing problem for the City.
Are any populations/household types more affected than others by these problems?
Overall, owner -households are more impacted by housing cost burden issues than renter -
households. Approximately 55 percent of households affected by housing cost burden were
owner -households while only 45 percent were renter -households. Small households in Santa
Clarita were also more likely than other household types to experience a housing cost burden.
Of total households overpaying for housing, 39 percent were small households.
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Describe the characteristics and needs of Low-income individuals and families with
children (especially extremely low-income) who are currently housed but are at
imminent risk of either residing in shelters or becoming unsheltered
91.205(c)191.305(c)). Also discuss the needs of formerly homeless families and
individuals who are receiving rapid re -housing assistance and are nearing the
termination of that assistance
Household incomes in Santa Clarita are higher than the average for Los Angeles County overall.
Specifically, the 2007-2011 ACS estimated that the City's median household income was
$83,579, compared to $56,266 for the County. About six percent of Santa Clarita households
had incomes lower than $15,000, while 18 percent of households earned less than $25,000.
Extremely low income households cannot afford market -rate rental or ownership housing in
Santa Clarita without assuming a cost burden.
Single -parent households, particularly female -headed families with children, often require
special consideration and assistance because of their greater need for affordable housing and
accessible day care, health care, and other supportive services. Female -headed families with
children are a particularly vulnerable group because they must balance the needs of their
children with work responsibilities, often while earning limited incomes. As of 2010, an estimated
nine percent of Santa Clarita households were headed by single parents; the large majority of
which were headed by females (68 percent). The 2007-2011 ACS reports that 21 percent of
female -headed families with children had incomes below the poverty level.
The City of Santa Clarita was not a recipient of Homeless Prevention and Rapid Re -Housing
(HPRP) funds. Santa Clarita is a partner city and part of the HPRP eligible area for the County of
Los Angeles, however. The County of Los Angeles received approximately $12.2 million in
HPRP funds and implemented HPRP programs through several County departments and local
community based organizations. Residents of Santa Clarita were eligible to receive assistance
from these various organizations. Countywide, approximately 4,000 residents received HPRP
assistance to find or maintain housing and, of these recipients, 3,370 persons were placed into
permanent housing. Since the inception of this program, 1,343 jobs were created or maintained.
To assist persons nearing the termination of HPRP assistance, an HPRP Program Referral List
is maintained by the Los Angeles Homeless Services Authority (LAHSA).
If a jurisdiction provides estimates of the at -risk population(s), it should also include a
description of the operational definition of the at -risk group and the methodology used to
generate the estimates:
Households at risk of becoming homeless include those extremely low income households with
a severe housing cost burden (spending 50 percent or more of their income on housing).
According to CHAS data, 2,200 extremely low income renter -households and 1,685 extremely
low income owner -households in Santa Clarita had a severe cost burden.
Specify particular housing characteristics that have been linked with instability and an
increased risk of homelessness
Extremely low income households with a severe housing cost burden are more likely to lose
their homes in the event of loss of employment or other unexpected expenses. With the recent
economic recession and its slow recovery, unemployment and underemployment have been the
primary reasons for families losing their homes.
Discussion
See discussions above.
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NA -15 Disproportionately Greater Need: Housing Problems - 91.205 (b)(2)
Assess the need of any racial or ethnic group that has disproportionately greater need in
comparison to the needs of that category of need as a whole.
Introduction
A disproportionate housing need refers to any group that has a housing need which is at least
10 percentage points higher than the total population. The following tables identify the extent of
housing problems by income and race.
noL_4n4L, of ArPa Median Income
-
Household has
Has one"2,325595
Has one or more of
Has none of the no/negadve
Housing Problems
four housing
four housing income, but none of
pros
:as
problems
problems the other housing
roblems
Jurisdiction as a whole
3,430
535 270
White
1,890
415 180
can American
79
0 35
Asian 275
210
0 40
ndian, Alaska Native
E
30
0 0
nder
0
0 0
Hispanic
1,080
110 20
KI..
,. „.Z,,, ,,r„ea
n _ vlac AUI
I sole 1,5 - UlsprOporavnemy nob.... - -- I——
Data—
Data 2006-2010 CHAS
Source:
"The four housing problems are: 1. Lacks complete kitchen facilities, 2. lacks complete plumbing facilities, 3. More than one person
per room, 4.Cost Burden greater than 30%
,An% -5n% of Area Median Income
I able U - Ulspruporur i
�auy — caws nob.. w - .... •. • .....
Data 2006-2010 CHAS
Source:
'The four housing problems are: 1. Lacks complete kitchen facilities, 2. Lacks complete plumbing facilities, 3. More than one person
per room, 4.Cost Burden greater than 30%
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Household has
Has one"2,325595
f the
no/negative
ng Problems four
ng
income, but none of
pros
:as
the other housing
problems
Jurisdictioa whole
785
0
White
595
0
Black / African American 40
0
0
Asian 275
24
0
American Indian, Alaska Native 0
20
0
Pacific Islander 15
0
0
Hispanic 1,215
110
0
KI..
-A 1n _ cncL Arun
I able U - Ulspruporur i
�auy — caws nob.. w - .... •. • .....
Data 2006-2010 CHAS
Source:
'The four housing problems are: 1. Lacks complete kitchen facilities, 2. Lacks complete plumbing facilities, 3. More than one person
per room, 4.Cost Burden greater than 30%
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50%-80% of Area Median Income
Housing Problems
Has one or more of
four housing
problems
Has none of the
four housing
problems
Household has
notnegative
income, but none of
the other housing
problems
Jurisdiction as a whole
5,215
1,880
0
White
2,800
1,400
0
Black / African American
195
60
0
Asian
255
30
0
American Indian, Alaska Native
0
45
0
Pacific Islander
0
0
0
Hispanic
1,905 1
340
0
Table 15 - Disproportionally Greater Need 50 - 80% AMI
Data 2006-2010 CHAS
source:
*The four housing problems are: 1. Lacks complete kitchen facilities, 2. Lacks complete plumbing facilities, 3. More than one person
per room, 4.Cost Burden greater than 30%
80%-100% of Area Median Income
Housing Problems
Has one or more of
four housing
problems
Household has
Has none of the no/negative
four housing income, but none of
problems the other housing
problems
Jurisdiction as a whole
3,420
1,900 0
White
2,265
1,460 0
Black / African American
145
70 0
Asian
150
80 0
American Indian, Alaska Native
0
0 0
Pacific Islander
0
0 0
Hispanic
760
265 0
Table 16 - Disproportionally Greater Need 80 -100% AMI
Data 2006-2010 CHAS
Source:
'The four housing problems are: 1. Lacks complete kitchen facilities, 2. Lacks complete plumbing facilities, 3. More than one person
per room, 4.Cost Burden greater than 30%
Discussion
Among all households (incomes up to 100 percent AMI), Hispanic and Asian households were
the most likely to experience a housing problem. Specifically, 85 percent of Hispanic
households and 84 percent of the Asian households experienced at least one housing problem.
CHAS data also reported that 100 percent of Pacific Islander households had a housing
problem; however, Santa Clarita is home to very few households in this racial/ethnic category
and the data for this group may not be as reliable. The proportion of African American
households experiencing at least one housing problem (74 percent) was similar to the proportion
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for the entire jurisdiction as a whole. Meanwhile the proportion of White households with at least
one housing problem was slightly lower (70 percent) than the average for the City.
NA -20 Disproportionately Greater Need: Severe Housing Problems -
91.205 (b)(2)
Introduction
A disproportionate housing need refers to any group that has a housing need which is at least
10 percentage points higher than the total population. The following tables identify the extent of
severe housing problems by income and race. Severe housing problems include: inadequate
housing; severe overcrowding (1.51 persons or more per room); and housing cost burden of 50
percent.
0%-30% of Area Median Income
Has one or more of
Severe Housing Problems' four housing
problems
Has none of the
four housing
problems
Household has
no/negative
income, but none of
the other housing
problems
Jurisdiction as a whole 3,145
825
270
White 1,700
605
180
Black / African American 79
0
35
Asian 210
0
40
American Indian, Alaska Native 30
0
0
Pacific Islander 0
0
0
Hispanic 1,015
175
20
Table 17 - Severe Housing Problems 0 - 30% AMI
Data 2006-2010 CHAS
Source:
`The four severe housing problems are: 1. Lacks complete kitchen facilities, 2. Lacks complete plumbing facilities, 3. More than 1.5
persons per room, 4.Cost Burden over 50%
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30%-50% of Area Median Income
Severe Housing Problems*
Has one or more of
four housing
problems
Has none of the
four housing
problems
Household has
no/negative
income, but none of
the other housing
problems
Jurisdiction as a whole
2,975
1,725
0
White
1,610
1,310
0
Black / African American
30
10
0
Asian
230
75
0
American Indian, Alaska Native
0
20
0
Pacific Islander
15
0
0
Hispanic
1,055
270
0
Table 18 - Severe Housing Problems 30 - 50% AMI
Data 2006-2010 CHAS
Source:
`The four severe housing problems are: 1. Lacks complete kitchen facilities, 2. Lacks complete plumbing facilities, 3. More than 1.5
persons per room, 4.Cost Burden over 50%
50%-80% of Area Median Income
Severe Housing Problems`
Has one or more of
four housing
problems
Has none of the
four housing
problems
Household has
no/negative
income, but none of
the other housing
problems
Jurisdiction as a whole
3,045
4,050
0
White
1,370
2,830
0
Black / African American
50
200
0
Asian
135
145
0
American Indian, Alaska Native
0
45
0
Pacific Islander
0
0
0
Hispanic
1,435
810
0
Table 19 - Severe Housing Problems 50 - 80% AMI
Data 2006-2010 CHAS
Source:
"The four severe housing problems are: 1. Lacks complete kitchen facilities, 2. Lacks complete plumbing facilities, 3. More than 1.5
persons per room, 4.Cost Burden over 50%
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80%-100% of Area Median Income
Severe Housing Problems*
Has one or more of Has none of the
four housing four housing
problems problems
Household has
no/negative
income, but none of
the other housing
problems
Jurisdiction as a whole
1,160 4,150
0
White
540 3,190
0
Black / African American
50 160
0
Asian
60 165
0
American Indian, Alaska Native
0 0
0
Pacific Islander
0 0
1 0
Hispanic
475 555
10
Table 20 - Severe Housing Problems 80 - 100% AMI
Data 2006-2010 CHAS
Source:
`rhe four severe housing problems are: 1. Lacks complete kitchen facilities, 2. Lacks complete plumbing facilities, 3. More than 1.5
persons per room, 4.Cost Burden over 50%
Discussion
Hispanic households were also the most likely to experience at least one severe housing
problem. About 69 percent of Hispanic households in Santa Clarita had a severe housing
problem. Asian households were also disproportionately affected by severe housing problems;
approximately 60 percent of Asian households experienced at least one severe housing
problem. One hundred percent of Pacific Islander households had a severe housing problem;
however, Santa Clarita is home to very few households in this racialfethnic category and the
data for this group may not be as reliable. The proportions of White, Black and American
Indian/Alaska Native households experiencing at least one severe housing problem (between
32 and 39 percent) were all well below the proportion for the jurisdiction as a whole.
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NA -25 Disproportionately Greater Need: Housing Cost Burdens - 91.205
(b)(2)
Introduction:
A disproportionate housing need refers to any group that has a housing need which is at least
10 percentage points higher than the total population. The following tables identify the extent of
housing cost burden by race.
Housing Cost Burden
Housing Cost Burden
<=30%
30-50%
>50%
No / negative
income (not
computed
Jurisdiction as a whole
29,995
14,110
10,625
270
White
21,635
9,350
6,090
180
Black / African American
670
660
180
35
Asian
1,820
1,020
800
40
American Indian, Alaska
Native
150
40
30
0
Pacific Islander
50
0
15
0
Hispanic
5,090
2,750
3,255
1 20
Table 21 - Greater Need: Housing Cost Burdens AMI
Data 2006-2010 CHAS
Source:
Discussion:
Overall, 26 percent of Santa Clarita households had a housing cost burden (spent more than 30
percent of gross household income on housing). About 20 percent of households experienced a
severe housing cost burden (spent more than 50 percent of gross household income on
housing). Black households were the most likely to experience a housing cost burden (43
percent); however, the City's Black population is fairly small which makes this data less reliable.
Approximately one-quarter each of White, Asian, and Hispanic households experienced a cost
burden. However, Hispanic households appeared to be disproportionately affected by severe
housing cost burden. About 29 percent of the City's Hispanic households experienced a severe
housing cost burden (compared to 20 percent of all households).
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NA -30 Disproportionately Greater Need: Discussion - 91.205(b)(2)
Are there any Income categories in which a racial or ethnic group has disproportionately
greater need than the needs of that income category as a whole?
Please see discussions provided under specific needs by income group presented earlier.
If they have needs not identified above, what are those needs?
Housing needs of low- and moderate -income minority households have been previously
identified.
Are any of those racial or ethnic groups located in specific areas or neighborhoods in
your community?
Appendix B contains a map illustrating concentrations of minority populations in the City. Small
pockets of minority concentration areas can be seen along Railroad Avenue south of Wiley
Canyon Road. Minority concentration areas can also be found in Canyon Country west of
Whites Canyon Road near Soledad Canyon Road and east of Sierra Highway just north of the
railroad.
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NA -35 Public Housing - 91.205(b)
Introduction
The only public housing complex in Santa Clarita is Orchard Arms, which is operated by the Housing Authority of the County of Los
Angeles (HACoLA). Orchard Arms is a 183 -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.
The series of tables presented below represent public housing data for the entire inventory operated by HACoLA, not specific to the
City of Santa Clarita. Equivalent data for just the one project -- Orchard Arms -- in the City of Santa Clarita is not available.
Totals in Use
Program Type
Vouchers
Special Purpose Voucher
Certificate
Mod-
Rehab
Public
Housing
Total Project -
Tenantt-
Veterans
am
Fily
ro
based
Affairs
Unification
Disabled
Supportive
Program
Housing
# of units vouchers in use
0
253
2,883
21,087 47
20,550
268
163
59
Table 22 - Public Housing by Program Type
*includes Non -Elderly Disabled, Mainstream One -Year, Mainstream Five-year, and Nursing Home Transition
Data Sauce: PIC (PIH Information Center)
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Characteristics of Residents
Program Type
Vouchers
Special Purpose Voucher
Certificate
Mod-
Mod-
Public
Housing
Total
Project-
Tenant-
Veterans
Family
based
based
Affairs
Unification
Supportive
Pram
Housin
Average Annual Income
0
14,341
13,522
14,839
15,746
14,816
14,829
17,842
Average length of stay
0
6
8
8
0
8
0
6
Average Household size
0
3
2
2
2
2
1
4
# Homeless at admission
0
0
0
184
0
42
142
0
# of Elderly Program Participants
0
48
1,138
6,753
15
6,670
38
2
>62
# of Disabled Families
0
40
534
4,416
17
4,269
83
16
# Families requesting
accessibility features
0
253
2,883
21,087
47
20,550
268
163
# of HIV/AIDS program participants
0
0
0
0
0
0
0
0
# of DV victims
0
0
0
0
0
0
0
0
table 23 - Characteristics of Public Housing Residents by Program Type
Data Sarco: PIC (PIH Information Center)
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Race of Residents
Program Type
Race
Certificate
Mod-
Public
Housing
Vouchers
Total
Project -
based
Tenant-
based
Special Purpose Voucher
VeteransRehab
Affairs
Supportive
Housing
Unification
Program
Disbled
White
0
148
1,710
10,344
33
10,071
80
120
40
Black/AfricanAmerican
0
60
1,035
8,432
12
8,188
179
38
15
Asian
0
8
120
2,181
1
2,173
3
1
3
American Indian/Alaska
Native
0
0
11
76
1
67
6
2
0
Pacific Islander
0
37
7
54
0
51
0
2
1
Other
1 0
0
0
0
0
1
0
1 0
0
*includes Non -Elderly Disabled, Mainstream One -Year, Mainstream Five-year, and Nursing Home Transition
Table 24 - Race of Public Housing Residents by Program Type
Data Source: PIC (PIH Information Center)
Ethnicity of Residents
Program Type
Vouchers
Special Purpose Voucher
Ethnicity
Certificate Mad-
Rehab
Public
Housing
Project - Tenant -
Total
Veterans Family
based based
Affairs UnificationDisabled
Supportive Program
Housin
Hispanic
0 124
1,121
7,293 11 7,122
40 105
15
Not Hispanic
0 129
1,762
13,794 36 13,428
228 58
44
*includes Non -Elderly Disabled, Mainstream One -Year, Mainstream Five-year, and Nursing Home Transition
Table 25 - Ethnicity of Public Housing Residents by Program Type
Data Sotrce: PIC (PIH Information Center)
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Section 504 Needs Assessment: Describe the needs of public housing tenants and
applicants on the waiting list for accessible units:
The needs of public housing in the City of Santa Clarita are met by HACoLA. Of the 25,518
households countywide on the waiting list for public housing operated by HACoLA, only 42
households currently reside in Santa Clarita. Specific Race/Ethnicity wait list data is not
available for Santa Clarita. Among those households on the countywide waiting list, about 36
percent are Black, 20 percent are White, 4 percent are Asian, and 40 percent are Hispanic.
About 15 percent of households on the waiting list are senior households, and approximately 14
percent are non -elderly disabled households.
HACoLA has one public housing project in Santa Clarita, Orchard Arms, with a total of 183
units. The project has a low vacancy rate. The waiting period for public housing applicants is
about three to five years, depending on household size.
Most immediate needs of residents of Public Housing and Housing Choice voucher
holders
As of October 2013, approximately 205 households in Santa Clarita were receiving Housing
Choice Voucher assistance through the HACoLA. Nearly 46 percent of the voucher users in the
City have householders who are seniors and 62 percent include persons with disabilities. These
figures are slightly higher than the average for all voucher users in the HACoLA system, where
34 percent of households using vouchers included seniors and 48 percent included members
with disabilities. The majority of Santa Clarita voucher users are White (66 percent) and Non -
Hispanic (79 percent). The racial distribution of voucher users in the HACoLA system is similar;
however, a higher percentage of countywide voucher recipients identified as Hispanic (66
percent).
Of the 44,608 households on the HACoLA waiting list for vouchers, only 82 households currently
reside in Santa Clarita. Specific race/ethnicity data is not available for Santa Clarita households
on the waiting list. Among those households on the countywide waiting list, 45 percent are
Black, 29 percent are Hispanic, about 18 percent are senior households, and about 24 percent
of households include members with disabilities. The distribution of City households on the
waiting list with special needs differs slightly from the overall HACoLA waiting list. A higher
proportion of County households on the waiting list are senior households (25 percent) and a
significantly lower proportion of households included members with disabilities (11 percent).
Overall, the need for affordable accessible housing in Santa Clarita is high. The amount of time
spent on the waiting list often varies and can be as long as several years. The waiting list does
not include special admissions.
How do these needs compare to the housing needs of the population at large
Housing needs in the City generally reflect the housing needs countywide (refer to discussions
above).
Discussion
See discussions above.
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NA -40 Homeless Needs Assessment - 91.205(c)
Introduction:
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 falls below the
poverty level, reductions in subsidies to the poor, drug/alcohol abuse, and the de-
institutionalization of the mentally ill. The recent housing market and economic conditions have
also resulted in some families facing homelessness due to foreclosures, unemployment, and/or
underemployment.
According to the Los Angeles Homeless Services Authority (LAHSA) 2013 Homeless Count, on
any given day, there are an estimated 53,798 homeless people throughout the Los Angeles
Continuum of Care system; approximately nine percent of these (or 4,667 people) are children
under the age of 18. The City of Santa Clarita belongs to Service Planning Area (SPA) 2 San
Fernando Valley. SPA 2 includes significant portions of the San Fernando Valley and Antelope
Valley. Statistics for entire SPA 2 from the 2013 Homeless Count show that there were 7,790
homeless people throughout the area on any given night. This number represents a large
increase from the 2011 count of 4,727. According to the City's Housing Element, the population
of SPA 2 is estimated by the County Department of Mental Health at just over two million. The
City of Santa Clarita represents 8.8 percent of the SPA 2 population. Using the 8.8 percent
figure for the proportion of SPA 2 homeless in Santa Clarita, it is estimated that the City of Santa
Clarita may have up to 686 homeless. Data used to profile the homeless population in the Santa
Clarita include:
• 2013 Greater Los Angeles Homeless Count, LAHSA
• 2013 Annual Homeless Assessment Report, LAHSA
• Client service data provided by Bridge to Home for the winter of 2012-2013
No detailed information
available. The following
identified above.
Consolidated Plan
on the characteristics of the homeless population in Santa Clarita is
table summarizes the homeless population based on the sources
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T
Homeless Needs Assessment
Table 26 - Homeless Needs Assessment
Data Source
Comments: 2013 Greater Los Angeles Homeless County and 2013 Annual Homeless Assessment Report, LAHSA
Indicate if the homeless Has No Rural Homeless
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Estimate the # of
Estimate
Estimate
ate the #
persons experiencing
Estimate the #
the #
Estimate the #
days
Population
homelessness on a
experiencing
becoming
exiting
persons
iven night
homelessness
homeless
homelessness
each year
eear
each
experience
Sheltered
Unsheltered
homelessness
ch year
Persons in
Households
89
89
184
45
45
30
with Adult(s)
and Child ren
Persons in
Households
with Only
5
5
11
3
3
30
Children
Persons in
Households
591
591
0
296
296
30
with Only Adults
Chronically
Homeless
183
183
379
92
92
30
Individuals
Chronically
Homeless
16
16
34
8
8
30
Families
Veterans
79
79
163
40
40
30
Unaccompanied
5
5
11
3
3
30
Child
Persons with
6
6
13
3
3
30
HIV
Table 26 - Homeless Needs Assessment
Data Source
Comments: 2013 Greater Los Angeles Homeless County and 2013 Annual Homeless Assessment Report, LAHSA
Indicate if the homeless Has No Rural Homeless
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If data is not available for the categories "number of persons becoming and exiting
homelessness each year," and "number of days that persons experience
homelessness," describe these categories for each homeless population type (including
chronically homeless individuals and families, families with children, veterans and their
families, and unaccompanied youth):
The 2013 Greater Los Angeles Homeless Count does not detail demographic information on
homeless persons by jurisdiction. However, the following characteristics describe the homeless
population in SPA 2, of which Santa Clarita is a part, representing 8.8% of the total population of
SPA 2:
• 86 percent were single adults;
• 13 percent were family members;
• One percent were unaccompanied youth (less than 18 years of age);
• 27 percent were chronically homeless individuals;
• Two percent were chronically homeless family members;
• 33 percent had a high level of substance abuse;
• 31 percent had mental health issues;
• 12 percent were veterans;
• One percent had HIV/AIDS;
• Nine percent were survivors of domestic violence; and
• 18 percent had a physical disability.
Client data provided by Bridge to Home for its 2012-13 emergency winter shelter further details
the City's sheltered homeless population. According to this information, the majority of the 224
homeless persons who utilized the shelter were single adult males (67 percent), while 16
percent were single adult females. A total of ten families utilized the shelter's services, of which
17 adult and 20 child family members represented approximately 17 percent of all shelter
clients.
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Nature and Extent of Homelessness: (Optional)
Race:
Sheltered:
Unsheltered (optional)
White
149
251
Black or African American
21
261
Asian
0
9
American Indian or Alaska
Native
8
8
Pacific Islander
0
0
Ethnicity:
Sheltered:
Unsheltered (optional)
Hispanic
39
150
Not Hispanic
139
387
Data Source
Comments: Santa Clarita Winter Shelter data and 2013 Annual Homeless Assessment Report, LAHSA
Estimate the number and type of families in need of housing assistance for families with
children and the families of veterans.
Specific information by jurisdiction is not available. The 2013 Greater Los Angeles Homeless
Count identified approximately 1,012 family households in SPA 2. The City of Santa Clarita
represents 8.8 percent of the SPA 2 population. When applying the 8.8 percent for the
proportion of SPA 2 families in Santa Clarita, it is estimated that the City Santa Clarita may have
up to 89 homeless families. Data provided by Bridge to Home indicates that of the homeless
utilizing its 2012-13 emergency winter shelter services, ten were families with a total of 17 adults
and 20 children.
Describe the Nature and Extent of Homelessness by Racial and Ethnic Group.
As documented by the 2013 Greater Los Angeles Homeless Count the majority of homeless
persons in the County were Black (38 percent) or White (37 percent). Asian/Pacific Islander,
Native American/Alaska Native, and Multi-Racial/Other racial categories each accounted for
approximately one percent of homeless persons in the County. Homeless persons who
identified as Hispanic/Latino represented approximately 22 percent of the homeless population
in Los Angeles County.
Of the homeless persons who stayed at Bridge to Home's emergency winter shelter between
2012 and 2013, the majority were White (69 percent). Hispanic/Latino persons represented 18
percent and Black persons represented 10 percent of the sheltered homeless. The remaining
clients identified as Native American/Alaska Native (four percent).
Describe the Nature and Extent of Unsheltered and Sheltered Homelessness
According to the 2013 Greater Los Angeles Homeless Count, approximately 7,790 sheltered,
unsheltered, and hidden homeless persons were identified in SPA 2. The City of Santa Clarita
represents 8.8 percent of the SPA 2 population. Using this 8.8 percent figure, it is estimated that
the City Santa Clarita may have up to 686 homeless. According to the Homeless Count, the
majority of homeless persons were unsheltered (45 percent) and only about 18 percent were
sheltered. Based on this estimate, approximately 308 homeless persons in the City were
unsheltered.
Client data provided by Bridge to Home indicates that during operation of its 2012-13 winter
emergency shelter, shelter was provided to a total of 224 homeless persons including members
of 10 homeless families with 20 children. This total represents a decline from the 2011-2012
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winter shelter period, when the emergency winter shelter housed 254 persons, including 19
families with 32 children.
Discussion:
See discussions above.
NA45 Non -Homeless Special Needs Assessment - 91.205 (b,d)
Introduction:
Certain households, because of their special characteristics and needs, may require special
accommodations and may have difficulty finding housing due to their special needs. Special
needs groups include the elderly, persons with disabilities, persons with HIV/AIDS, female -
headed households, large households, and homeless persons and persons at -risk of
homelessness.
Describe the characteristics of special needs populations in your community:
Seniors: According to 2010 Census data, an estimated 21 percent of households in the City had
at least one individual who was 65 years of age or older. Approximately 21 percent of the City
households were headed by someone 65 years and older. The majority of senior householders
owned their homes (76 percent).
Persons with Disabilities: According to the 2009-2011 ACS, nine percent of the City's population
was affected by one or more disabilities. Among persons living with disabilities in Santa Clarita,
ambulatory disabilities were the most prevalent (55 percent), followed by independent living
disabilities and cognitive disabilities (36 percent each).
Large Households: Large households are those with five or more members. According to the
2010 Census, approximately 15 percent of the households in Santa Clarita were large
households.
Single -Parent Households: As of 2010, an estimated nine percent of Santa Clarita households
were headed by single parents; the large majority of which were headed by females (68
percent). Data from the 2007-2011 ACS indicates that approximately 21 percent (972
households) of the City's female -headed households with children had incomes below the
poverty level.
Victims of Domestic Violence: According to the 2013 Greater Los Angeles Homeless Count, it is
estimated that nearly 54 homeless adults in the City were survivors of domestic violence at
some point in the past. Statistics from the Los Angeles County Sherriff's Department indicated
that in 2008, the Santa Clarita Valley Station responded to 697 instances of domestic violence, a
25 percent increase from the previous year. The vast majority of these instances (90 percent)
involved a weapon. It should be noted, however, that domestic violence is frequently
underreported.
Farmworkers: Data on employment by industry and occupation from the 2007-2011 ACS
indicates approximately 454 people were employed in the combined industry of agriculture,
forestry, fishing, and mining. However, this occupational category also includes agronomists,
forestry experts, and similar occupations.
Persons with Drug/Alcohol Addictions: The U.S. Department of Health and Human Services
conducts annual National Surveys on Drug Use and Health. In 2011, the survey estimated that
8.7 percent of the population were affected by substance dependence or abuse in the past year.
This translates to approximately 15,340 persons in the City. No City specific data is available,
however, collected data shows that residents of SPA 2 of Los Angeles County are more likely to
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abuse pharmaceuticals (as opposed to illicit drugs). The 2011 Los Angeles County Health
Survey found that 5.2 percent of adults reported misusing some form of prescription drugs in the
past year. This translates to 9,168 persons in Santa Clarita that may have issues with
prescription drug abuse. Furthermore, the County Department of Public Health estimates that
16.2 percent of the adult population can be classified as binge drinkers and an additional 3.3
percent are heavy drinkers. This translates to 34,382 persons in the City.
Veterans: In Los Angeles County, there are an estimated 330,000 veterans. In SPA 2, of which
Santa Clarita is a part, the United Way of Greater Los Angeles estimates that there were about
592 homeless veterans in 2012.
Foster Children: No specific data on the number of foster children in Santa Clarita is available.
According to the Los Angeles County Department of Children and Family Services,
approximately 17,662 children under age 18 were in out -of -home placement as of November
2013.
What are the housing and supportive service needs of these populations and how are
these needs determined?
Seniors: In 2008, the County of Los Angeles completed a needs assessment of older residents:
the "L.A. County Seniors Count!" Survey. The biggest issues were in the area of health care.
The most commonly identified barrier was "don't know about opportunities," followed by
"transportation problems."
Persons with Disabilities: Questions on disabilities were added to the 2002-03 Los Angeles
County Health Survey (LACHS). One-third of persons with disabilities reported that they either
currently had or could benefit from special modifications, adaptive equipment, or other features
in their home. Over one-half did not know where to obtain information on their disability and 23
percent of PWDs of working age had no form of health insurance coverage.
Large Households: The limited availability of affordable adequately sized units is a problem
faced by lower income large households.
Single Parent Households: Single -parent households typically have needs for affordable and
quality child care. Despite the existence of resources, it is difficult for some families to qualify for
subsidized services. Many single -parent households also need support services for parenting.
Often, inadequate transportation service and high transportation costs are also concerns.
Victims of Domestic Violence: Representatives from the Domestic Violence Center of Santa
Clarita Valley indicated a need for additional affordable housing options and access to jobs for
victims of domestic violence. In addition, advocates from the Los Angeles area convened in Fall
2010 to identify the following needs: expand support for vulnerable populations; prevention
education and programming for youth; substance abuse/mental health services; family court
assistance; and sexual assault services.
Farmworkers: Farm workers would have the same needs as other persons with similar incomes.
Persons with Drug/Alcohol Addictions: In general, the residents of Santa Clarita are more likely
to abuse pharmaceuticals than illicit drugs. The Los Angeles County Department of Public
Health has identified the following needs: raise awareness about prescription drug abuse; make
usage of CURES/PDMP, which can be used to identify clinicians with patterns of inappropriate
prescribing and dispensing controlled substances, mandatory; and assistance with the safe
disposal.
Veterans: Young veterans have unemployment rates around 20 percent. As most Los Angeles
County veterans are young, resources that promote their skills and open doors to employment
opportunities are needed. The problems facing veterans are not the result of insufficient
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resources but rather inefficient implementation. Only about one-half of young veterans have
pursued Veterans Administration (VA) care. Those that do, wait an average of 377 days for a
response to their claim. To address the needs of local veterans, the United Way of Greater Los
Angeles identifies the following needs: build a coherent infrastructure; build the capacity of
nonprofit organizations offering services to veterans; and create pathways to employment.
Foster Children: The Los Angeles County Education Coordinating Council (ECC) conducted 12
focus groups with youth currently or formerly under the care of the Los Angeles County
Department of Children and Family Services (DCFS) and Probation Department. The following
were identified as priority needs: assistance with the "basics" --tutoring, schoolwork, and passing
the exit exam; school counselors who understand the probation system; better prepared foster
parents; school stability; information on available resources; and reliable, affordable, and safe
transportation.
Discuss the size and characteristics of the population with HIV/AIDS and their families
within the Eligible Metropolitan Statistical Area:
According to the 2012 Annual HIV Surveillance Report by the Los Angeles County Public Health
Department, Division of HIV and STD Programs/HIV Epidemiology, approximately 70 persons
were diagnosed with HIV/AIDS in East Valley Health District of the San Fernando Service
Planning Area (SPA 2) in 2012. The 2012 report does not include demographic information for
persons living with HIV/AIDS in the City; however, such estimates are available for SPA 2. As of
December 31, 2012, the majority of persons living with HIV/AIDS in SPA 2 were male (88
percent), with most persons between the ages of 40-59 (63 percent), and White or Hispanic (42
percent and 40 percent, respectively). National studies have shown that at least 25 percent of
people afflicted with severe (i.e. disabling) AIDS will be in need of supportive housing at some
time during their illness.
According to the 2011 County of Los Angeles HIV Care and Treatment Service Utilization Year
End Report, the most utilized services for this special needs group include: medical outpatient,
psychological case management, oral health care, nutritional support, benefits specialty, and
mental health psychotherapy.
Discussion:
See discussions above
NA -50 Non -Housing Community Development Needs - 91.215 (�
Describe the jurisdiction's need for Public Facilities:
The City of Santa Clarita has a range of public facility needs. The following highlight key
projects that the City may consider over the next five years. Other public facility projects may be
pursued pending on funding availability and/or the urgency of needs.
• Park Facilities ADA Improvements: Several City parks in Santa Clarita are not ADA
compliant. Each park may need between $20,000 and $40,000 in CDBG funds to
become completely ADA compliant. This type of work meets a National Objective of
LMC -Presumed Eligible.
• Senior Center: The Santa Clarita Valley Committee on Aging (SCVCOA) operates the
existing Senior Center (Center). The Center is quite old and too small for the volume of
seniors using the facility each day, and has insufficient kitchen facilities to produce the
volume of meals to meet the current community need for home delivered meals.
SCVCOA is currently conducting an extensive analysis of current need and potential
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future need in order to determine whether improvements to the current Center or
construction of a new Center is most appropriate. Depending on the funding available at
the time of the project, a Section 108 loan may be considered for this project. This
project will be eligible under LMC, Nature or Location of the service.
Canyon Country Community Center: The City recently opened a small Community
Center to provide youth and community services to residents of the Canyon Country
area. This Center is housed in rented space which is not adequate to operate all the
programs and services needed by the community.
Cold Weather Winter Shelter: The Cold Weather Winter Shelter operated by Bridge to
Home is the only homeless shelter in the Santa Clarita Valley. It is currently housed in
modular buildings in an industrial area. The demand for the homeless shelter and its
services is out -growing the current space and a larger location is needed. A committee of
concerned citizens is currently evaluating options for a new rented location or the
acquisition of land for construction of a new shelter. Depending on the nature of the final
direction, CDBG entitlement funds and/or a Section 108 loan may be used. The
construction of homeless shelters is allowable as a LMC Presumed Eligible activity.
How were these needs determined?
These needs were determined through a combination of public input (primarily through the
Housing and Community Development Needs Survey), comments received at the Focus Group
Workshop, and staff assessments.
Describe the jurisdiction's need for Public Improvements:
The City of Santa Clarita has a range of public improvement needs. The following highlight key
projects that the City may consider over the next five years. Other public improvements may be
pursued pending on funding availability and/or the urgency of needs.
• South Sherzinger Lane: The south section of Scherzinger Lane currently has no curbs,
gutters, sidewalks, or lighting. Residents experience significant problems with water
drainage and mud during the rainy season. The lack of lighting in this area creates the
opportunity for crime to flourish. This area is within an area known to be low- and
moderate -income. To ensure compliance with HUD requirements, an income -eligibility
survey of the benefitting households will be conducted prior to the allocation of CDBG
funds for this project. Depending on the other funds available for the project, the CDBG
allocation may be between $50,000 and $2,000,000. A Section 108 loan may be
considered for this project.
• City Hall ADA Improvements: Santa Clarita City Hall currently is not currently ADA
compliant. Necessary improvements include bathroom modifications, door and entryway
modifications, and signage. Depending on other funds available for the project, the
CDBG investment in this project may be between $20,000 and $100,000. ADA
improvements at City Hall are eligible based on the presumed benefit to the disabled and
this use is exempt from the prohibition on the use of CDBG for general -use government
buildings.
• Newhall Avenue Development: Off-site improvements may be needed to support the
construction of the Newhall Avenue Development - a 30 -unit affordable family apartment
complex. This affordable housing development will be located in one of the City's lowest
income areas. Improvements may include a bus stop, necessary realignment of utilities,
or additional amenities such as a community garden or childcare center on an adjacent
parcel. The type and amount of improvements paid for with CDBG funds will be
determined based on cost and the availability of other funds. The LMC National
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Objective will be met by only allowing tenants that meet the HUD criteria for low- and
moderate -household income.
ADA Sidewalk Improvements: Many areas of the City do not have ADA compliant curb
cuts, making it difficult for those residents with disabilities to navigate. Corners to
receive curb cuts will be chosen depending on available funding. This type of work
meets a National Objective of LMC - Presumed Eligible.
ADA Crosswalk Median Modifications: There are cross -walks throughout the City which
could be made disabled accessible by modifying medians which encroach into the cross-
walks. The modification will create a safer path of travel, especially for the disabled and
elderly. There are 33 medians that will need to be modified throughout the City. The
estimated budget needed to complete this entire project is $475,000. Medians to be
modified will be chosen depending on available funding. This type of work meets a
National Objective of LMC - Presumed Eligible.
How were these needs determined?
These needs were determined through a combination of public input (primarily through the
Housing and Community Development Needs Survey), comments received at the Focus Group
Workshop, and staff assessments.
Describe the jurisdiction's need for Public Services:
Public service needs in the City include, but are not limited to, the following:
• Childcare: There is a lack of affordable childcare options in the City.
• Transitional and Affordable Housing: There are no transitional housing units located
within Santa Clarita and the supply of affordable units is not sufficient to meet the need in
the community.
• Senior Services: The Senior Center's facility and services should be expanded to meet
the growing need in the community.
• Employment Training and Services: Resources that promote skills and open doors to
employment opportunities are needed.
Overall, the need for a range of public
especially for persons with special needs
domestic violence), as previously noted.
How were these needs determined?
and supportive services in the City is extensive,
(such as seniors, disabled, homeless, and victims of
These needs were determined primarily through public input (particularly the Focus Group
Workshop) and supported by findings in the following reports:
• 2013 Housing and Community Development Needs Survey
• 2008 "L.A. County Seniors Count!" Survey
• 2002-03 Los Angeles County Health Survey (LACHS)
• 2010 Recommendations from the Front Lines: What Los Angeles County Service
Providers Need from the Next Violence Against Women Act
• 2013 Prescription Drug Abuse in Los Angeles County Background and
Recommendations for Action
• 2012 Helping Our Heroes: Creating Pathways to Veteran Employment
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Housing Market Analysis
MA -05 Overview
Housing Market Analysis Overview:
The City of Santa Clarita had about 62,055 housing units in 2010, representing an 18 -percent
increase from 2000. Overall, the City's housing stock is comprised of about 71 percent single-
family units (detached and attached), 25 percent multi -family units, and four percent mobile
homes. Approximately 71 percent of the housing units are owner -occupied and 29 percent are
renter -occupied. The majority of the City's housing was built less than 30 years ago and units
built prior to 1979 represent just 41 percent of the total housing stock. Given their age some of
the pre -1980 units may require rehabilitation and improvements.
Santa Clarita is still feeling the effects of the recent economic downturn. According to the
California Employment Development Department, the average annual unemployment rate in the
City increased from 4.5 percent in 2008 to 5.3 percent in 2014. However, these unemployment
figures are lower than estimates for Los Angeles County, the State of California and the country
during the same time period.
According to DQNews, median home prices in the region ranged from $190,000 in the City of
Palmdale to $562,000 in the City of Glendale during November 2013. Santa Clarita's median
home price fell in the middle of the spectrum at $426,250 and was comparable to neighboring
jurisdictions. While home prices in Santa Clarita have dropped since the peak of the housing
market in 2007, home values in recent years have begun to recover. Between November 2012
and November 2013, the median home price in the City rose from $385,500 to $426,250, an 11 -
percent increase in twelve months.
MA -10 Number of Housing Units - 91.210(a)&(b)(2)
Introduction
According to 2006-2010 ACS data, the majority of the City's housing stock is comprised of
single-family homes (71 percent). About one-quarter (25 percent) of the City's housing units are
multi -family homes. Of Santa Clarita's multi -family housing units, a majority are smaller multi-
family structures containing fewer than 20 units. Mobile homes comprise just a small portion of
housing in the City (four percent). The vast majority (80 percent) of the City's ownership housing
was comprised of larger units (i.e. with three or more bedrooms). By comparison, only 28
percent of the City's rental housing was comprised of these larger units. This disparity may
explain the larger number of overcrowded renter -households in the City.
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All residential properties by number of units
Property Type
Number
%
1 -unit detached structure
35,632
60%
1 -unit, attached structure
6,787
11%
2-4 units
2,574
4%
5-19 units
7,138
12%
20 or more units
5,405
9%
Mobile Home, boat, RV, van, etc
2,200
4%
Total
59,736
100%
Table 27 - Residential Properties by Unit Number
Date 2006-2010 ACS
Source:
Unit Size by Tenure
Table 28 - Unit Size by Tenure
Data 2006-2010 ACS
Source:
Describe the number and targeting (income level/type of family served) of units assisted
with federal, state, and local programs.
There are eight properties in Santa Clarita financed by Multi -Family Revenue Bonds, with
affordable housing regulatory agreements that are monitored by the Los Angeles County
Community Development Commission. One additional property with 14 units for lower-income
families (Hidaway Apartments) is made affordable through a loan from the County which was
guaranteed by the Federal Housing Administration (FHA). The City also has two affordable
properties for seniors that received tax credit bonds (Bouquet Canyon Senior Apartments and
Canyon Country Senior Apartments) and two HUD -funded affordable projects for seniors
(Canterbury Village Senior Apartments and Valencia Villas). Fountain Glen Apartments was
made affordable through the approval of conditions by the City and Orchard Arms received
assistance from the Los Angeles County Housing Authority. Lastly, Whispering Oaks was
developed with a loan from Los Angeles County. These properties have a total of 1,386 units for
lower-income family and senior households.
Provide an assessment of units expected to be lost from the affordable housing
inventory for any reason, such as expiration of Section 8 contracts.
There are currently 1,386 affordable units for lower-income family and senior households
located in the City. Over time, affordability covenants and deed restrictions may expire,
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Owners
Number
%
Renters
Number
%
No bedroom
40
0%
264
2%
1 bedroom
577
1%
4,181
27%
2 bedrooms
7,755
19%
6,903
44%
3 or more bedrooms
33,236
80%
4,372
28%
Total
41,608
100%
15,720
101%
Table 28 - Unit Size by Tenure
Data 2006-2010 ACS
Source:
Describe the number and targeting (income level/type of family served) of units assisted
with federal, state, and local programs.
There are eight properties in Santa Clarita financed by Multi -Family Revenue Bonds, with
affordable housing regulatory agreements that are monitored by the Los Angeles County
Community Development Commission. One additional property with 14 units for lower-income
families (Hidaway Apartments) is made affordable through a loan from the County which was
guaranteed by the Federal Housing Administration (FHA). The City also has two affordable
properties for seniors that received tax credit bonds (Bouquet Canyon Senior Apartments and
Canyon Country Senior Apartments) and two HUD -funded affordable projects for seniors
(Canterbury Village Senior Apartments and Valencia Villas). Fountain Glen Apartments was
made affordable through the approval of conditions by the City and Orchard Arms received
assistance from the Los Angeles County Housing Authority. Lastly, Whispering Oaks was
developed with a loan from Los Angeles County. These properties have a total of 1,386 units for
lower-income family and senior households.
Provide an assessment of units expected to be lost from the affordable housing
inventory for any reason, such as expiration of Section 8 contracts.
There are currently 1,386 affordable units for lower-income family and senior households
located in the City. Over time, affordability covenants and deed restrictions may expire,
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potentially resulting in the affordable units being converted to market -rate housing. Specifically,
over the next five years, four projects are considered at risk:
• 36 -unit Canyon Ridge Apartments (2014)
• 75 -unit Valencia Villas Senior Apartments (2014)
• 156 -unit Park Sierra Apartments (2015)
• 64 -unit Canterbury Village Senior Apartments (2016)
The 36 -unit Canyon Ridge Apartments (formerly Meadowridge Apartments) recently has notified
their tenants of their intent to let the affordability restrictions lapse. While this is a 12 -month
notice as required by California law, it does not necessarily mean the affordability will lapse.
The owner may consider refinancing the remaining loan for a new affordability period.
Two affordable projects, Diamond Park Apartments and The Village Apartments, recently
refinanced and extended their bond agreements in order to renovate their buildings. It is
possible that the owners of other projects at risk of converting to market rate may choose to do
likewise.
The at -risk units could also be protected through purchase by a nonprofit owner using a
combination of bond funds and the four percent tax credit, or replaced through bond and tax -
credit -financed new construction of either mixed -income projects or projects that are 100
percent affordable. City staff will work with the owners and the Los Angeles Community
Development Commission (LACDC) to determine if there are alternatives to maintain the
affordability of units at all at -risk communities.
Does the availability of housing units meet the needs of the population?
According to the CHAS data by HUD, mismatches in terms of supply and affordability exist in the
City. Approximately 4,345 households earning less than 30 percent of AMI reside in the City;
however, there are only 615 dwelling units affordable to those at this income level. Similarly, the
City has 5,515 households earning between 31 and 50 percent of AMI and only 2,124 housing
units affordable to those at this income level. There are approximately7,963 housing units in the
City that are affordable to households earning between 51 and 80 percent AMI. This number is
slightly less than sufficient for the 8,250 households in Santa Clarita at this income level.
However, a housing unit affordable to a particular income group does not mean the unit is
actually occupied by a household in that income group. Therefore, the affordability mismatches
are likely to be more severe than what is presented by the CHAS data.
In addition, according to the 2010 Census, approximately 15 percent of the households in Santa
Clarita were large households (comprised of five or more persons). The limited availability of
affordable adequately sized rental units is a problem faced by these households. The vast
majority (80 percent) of the City's ownership housing was comprised of larger units (i.e. with
three or more bedrooms). By comparison, only 28 percent of the City's rental housing was
comprised of these larger units. This disparity may explain the larger number of overcrowded
renter -households in the City.
Describe the need for specific types of housing:
The City has the greatest need for housing affordable to households that earn less than 50
percent of AMI. Larger rental units (i.e. with three or more bedrooms) in the City are also in short
supply.
Discussion
See discussions above.
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MA -15 Housing Market Analysis: Cost of Housing - 91.210(a)
Introduction
One of the most important factors in evaluating a community's housing market is the cost of
housing and, even more significant, whether the housing is affordable to households who live
there or would like to live there. Housing problems directly relate to the cost of housing in a
community. If housing costs are relatively high in comparison to household income, a
correspondingly high rate of housing cost burden and overcrowding could result.
The cost of homeownership in Santa Clarita has increased significantly since 2000. The average
median sales price for a home in the City between 2006 and 2010, according to the ACS, was
$410,600. This represents an approximately 115 percent increase from 2000 Census figures.
To supplement ACS data, current home sales prices were also analyzed to provide a better
reflection of the actual market value of homes in the City. According to DQNews, as of October
2013, median home sales price in Santa Clarita was reported at $450,500, a 33 -percent
increase from the previous year.
Rental rates in the City vary by bedroom size, with market rents ranging from $1,268 for a studio
apartment unit to $3,200 for a five -bedroom single family home (according to rental listings on
Craigslist). As of November 2013, the median market rent for all bedroom sizes was
approximately $1,623. These rent levels are higher than the Fair Market Rents (FMR)
established by HUD for participation in federal housing programs (Table 32).
Cost of Housing
Base Year: 2000 1 Most Recent Year. 2013 % Change
Median Home Value 216,9001 450,500 108%
Median Contract Rent 863 1 1,623 88%
Table 29 - Cost of Housina
Dffia source: 2000 Census (Base Year), 2006-2010 ACS (Most Recent Year)
DQNews.com
Rent Paid
Number
%
Less than $500
1,273
8.1%
$500-999
2,721
17.3%
$1,000-1,499
5,859
37.3%
$1,500-1,999
4,135
26.3%
$2,000 or more
1,732
11.0%
Total
15,720
100.0%
Table 30 - Rent Paid
Data 2006-2010 ACS
Source:
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Housing Affordability
% Units affordable to Households
earning
Renter
Owner
30% HAMFI
615
No Data
50% HAMA
1,375
749
80% HAMFI
5,765
2,198
100% HAMFI
No Data
4,067
Total
7,755
7,014
fable 31 - Housing Affordability
Data 2006-2010 CHAS
Source:
Monthly Rent
Monthly Rent ($)
Efficiency
no bedroom
1 Bedroom
2 Bedroom
3 Bedroom
4 Bedroom
Fair Market Rent
$896
$1,083
$1,398
$1,890
$2,106
High HOME Rent
$924
$1,008
$1,212
$1,391
$1,533
Low HOME Rent
$725 1
$776
$932
$1,076
$1,201
Table 32 - Monthly Rent
Date Source Comments:
Is there sufficient housing for households at all income levels?
According to the CHAS data by HUD, mismatches in terms of supply and affordability exist in the
City. Approximately 4,345 households earning less than 30 percent of AMI reside in the City;
however, there are only 615 dwelling units affordable to those at this income level. Similarly, the
City has 5,515 households earning between 31 and 50 percent of AMI and only 2,124 housing
units affordable to those at this income level. There are approximately 7,963 housing units in the
City that are affordable to households earning between 51 and 80 percent AMI. This number is
slightly less than sufficient for the 8,250 households in Santa Clarita at this income level.
However, a housing unit affordable to a particular income group does not mean the unit is
actually occupied by a household in that income group. Therefore, the affordability mismatches
are likely to be more severe than what is presented by the CHAS data.
How is affordability of housing likely to change considering changes to home values
and/or rents?
From 2006 through 2010, working closely with National Community Renaissance and The
Related Companies (CORE/Related), City staff identified all sources of funding for a 30 -unit
entirely affordable housing development for households earning 50 percent and 60 percent AMI.
The Redevelopment Agency of the City of Santa Clarita used low/mod set-aside funds to
acquire the land for the project and pledged housing bond proceeds to fill the remaining$6.3
million dollar funding gap. No additional funds were available to further drive down the
affordability levels to 30 percent AMI or below.
Unfortunately, in 2011 State legislation passed which dissolved the Agency and froze the
housing bond proceeds. The City's ability to subsidize any new affordable housing construction
was seriously compromised. Without the housing bond proceeds, the City did not have
adequate funding capacity to pursue the planned affordable housing project.
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In 2012, new legislation provided a process by which the City might recapture the use of a
portion of the housing bond proceeds in order to carry out housing -related activities and
functions. About 70 percent of the housing bond proceeds were officially recaptured by the City
on January 1, 2014, and the City has been working diligently to resurrect the planned affordable
housing development using these limited funds. Unfortunately, once these funds are expended,
no additional affordable bond proceeds will be available to the City. Without the Agency tax
increment funds, and with diminishing State and federal housing funds, the City does not have
adequate funding capacity to pursue additional affordable housing development at a meaningful
scale.
There are currently 1,386 affordable units for lower-income family and senior households
located in the City. Over time, affordability covenants and deed restrictions may expire,
potentially resulting in the affordable units being converted to market -rate housing. Specifically,
over the next five years, four projects are considered at risk:
• 36 -unit Canyon Ridge Apartments (2014)
• 75 -unit Valencia Villas Senior Apartments (2014)
• 156 -unit Park Sierra Apartments (2015)
• 64 -unit Canterbury Village Senior Apartments (2016)
The 36 -unit Canyon Ridge Apartments (formerly Meadowridge Apartments) recently has notified
their tenants of their intent to let the affordability restrictions lapse. While this is a 12 -month
notice as required by California law, it does not necessarily mean the affordability will lapse.
The owner may consider refinancing the remaining loan for a new affordability period.
Two affordable projects, Diamond Park Apartments and The Village Apartments, recently
refinanced and extended their bond agreements in order to renovate their buildings. It is
possible that the owners of other projects at risk of converting to market rate may choose to do
likewise.
The at -risk units could also be protected through purchase by a nonprofit owner using a
combination of bond funds and the four percent tax credit, or replaced through bond and tax -
credit -financed new construction of either mixed -income projects or projects that are 100
percent affordable. City staff will work with the owners and the Los Angeles Community
Development Commission (LACDC) to determine if there are alternatives to maintain the
affordability of units at all at -risk communities.
How do HOME rents / Fair Market Rent compare to Area Median Rent? How might this
impact your strategy to produce or preserve affordable housing?
Based on a survey of rental listings on www.craigslist.org, market rents in the City area vary by
size. Market rents are generally higher than the Fair Market Rents for all units ranging in size
from no bedrooms to four bedrooms (Table 32).
Discussion
See discussions above.
MA -20 Housing Market Analysis: Condition of Housing - 91.210(a)
Introduction
Assessing housing conditions in Santa Clarita can provide the basis for developing policies and
programs to maintain and preserve the quality of the housing stock. The American Community
Survey (ACS) defines a "selected condition" as owner- or renter -occupied housing units having
at least one of the following conditions: 1) lacking complete plumbing facilities; 2) lacking
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complete kitchen facilities; 3) more than one occupant per room; and 4) selected monthly
housing costs greater than 30 percent of household income. Based on this definition, one-half of
all renter -occupied households (50 percent) in the City have at least one selected condition. A
slightly lower proportion of owner -occupied households in the City (45 percent) have at least one
selected condition.
Definitions
In Santa Clarita, substandard housing conditions may consist of the following: structural
hazards, poor construction, inadequate maintenance, faulty wiring, plumbing, fire hazards, and
inadequate sanitation. Substandard units suitable for rehabilitation are those units where the
total rehabilitation costs do not exceed 25 percent of the after -rehabilitation value.
Condition of Units
Condition of Units
Owner -Occupied
Number %
Renter -Occupied
Number %
With one selected Condition
18,657
45%
7,834
50%
With two selected Conditions
545
1 %
1,275
8%
With three selected Conditions
0
0%
46
0%
With four selected Conditions
0
0%
0
0%
No selected Conditions
22,406
54%
6,565
42%
Total
41,608
100%
15,720
100%
i ante as - conanion or units
Data 2006-2010 ACS
Source:
Year Unit Built
Year Unit Built
mer -Occupied
Number %
Renter -Occupied
Number %
2000 or later
3,885
9%
2,565
16%
1980-1999
19,737
47%
7,952
51%
1950-1979
17,358
42%
4,797
31%
Before 1950
628
2%
406
3%
Total
41,608
100%
15,720
101%
i ante s4 - rear unit tsuttt
Data 2006-2010 CHAS
Source:
Risk of Lead -Based Paint Hazard
Risk of Lead -Based Paint Hazard Owner -Occupied Renter -Occupied
Number % Number %
Total Number of Units Built Before 1980 17,986 43% 5,203 33%
Housing Units build before 1980 with children present 2,155 5% 24,575 156%
Table 35 - Risk of Lead -Based Paint
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Data 2006-2010 ACS (Taal Units) 2006-2010 CHAS (Units vAth Children present)
Source:
Vacant Units
Table 36 - Vacant Units
Alternate Data Source Name:
2010 Census and RealtyTrac
Date Source Comments: All vacant units reported by the 2010 Census are assumed to be suitable for rehabilitation. "Other"
vacant units reported by the 2010 Census are assumed to be boarded up or abandoned. ReaHyTrac
data in February 2014 is used to estimate the number of REO properties.
Need for Owner and Rental Rehabilitation
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. Housing age can indicate
general housing conditions within a community. Housing is subject to gradual deterioration over
time. Deteriorating housing can depress neighboring property values, discourage reinvestment,
and eventually impact the quality of life in a neighborhood. According to ACS, between 2006
and 2010, only 41 percent of Santa Clarita's housing stock was constructed prior to 1980.
Approximately 44 percent of owner -occupied housing and 34 percent of renter -occupied housing
in the City is over 30 years old (built before 1980). Overall, about 23,189 units in the City were
built before 1980 (at least 30 years of age). Approximately five percent of the City's housing
units are 50 years of age or older (built before 1960), indicating that only a small portion of the
City's housing stock may need significant improvements and rehabilitation.
City 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. The following summarizes housing conditions in the City by
neighborhood:
• Newhall Area: Newhall is comprised of mostly single-family homes and some multi-
family buildings with a handful of mobile homes as well as an assortment of commercial
and industrial uses. Neighborhoods in this area all received a "B" grade or better and,
overall, structures in this area were well maintained. The most common visible factors of
deterioration were poorly landscaped front lawns, asphalt driveways in disrepair, faded
paint, chipped stucco, and overgrown vegetation. However, some neighborhoods did
exhibit signs of poor upkeep including dilapidated roofs and poorly constructed
structures.
• Placenta Canyon and Sand Canyon: These are historically rural communities that have
their own special standards to help preserve their rural characteristics. These
communities, mostly single-family residences, received an overall grade of a "B+° due to
lack of maintenance of numerous isolated properties. However, most of the properties
surveyed in these areas are well maintained and in good condition.
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Suitable for
Rehabilitation
Not Suitable for
Rehabilitation
Total
Vacant Units
2,548
0
2,548
Abandoned Vacant Units
486
0
486
REO Properties
215
0
215
Abandoned REO Properties
0
0
0
Table 36 - Vacant Units
Alternate Data Source Name:
2010 Census and RealtyTrac
Date Source Comments: All vacant units reported by the 2010 Census are assumed to be suitable for rehabilitation. "Other"
vacant units reported by the 2010 Census are assumed to be boarded up or abandoned. ReaHyTrac
data in February 2014 is used to estimate the number of REO properties.
Need for Owner and Rental Rehabilitation
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. Housing age can indicate
general housing conditions within a community. Housing is subject to gradual deterioration over
time. Deteriorating housing can depress neighboring property values, discourage reinvestment,
and eventually impact the quality of life in a neighborhood. According to ACS, between 2006
and 2010, only 41 percent of Santa Clarita's housing stock was constructed prior to 1980.
Approximately 44 percent of owner -occupied housing and 34 percent of renter -occupied housing
in the City is over 30 years old (built before 1980). Overall, about 23,189 units in the City were
built before 1980 (at least 30 years of age). Approximately five percent of the City's housing
units are 50 years of age or older (built before 1960), indicating that only a small portion of the
City's housing stock may need significant improvements and rehabilitation.
City 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. The following summarizes housing conditions in the City by
neighborhood:
• Newhall Area: Newhall is comprised of mostly single-family homes and some multi-
family buildings with a handful of mobile homes as well as an assortment of commercial
and industrial uses. Neighborhoods in this area all received a "B" grade or better and,
overall, structures in this area were well maintained. The most common visible factors of
deterioration were poorly landscaped front lawns, asphalt driveways in disrepair, faded
paint, chipped stucco, and overgrown vegetation. However, some neighborhoods did
exhibit signs of poor upkeep including dilapidated roofs and poorly constructed
structures.
• Placenta Canyon and Sand Canyon: These are historically rural communities that have
their own special standards to help preserve their rural characteristics. These
communities, mostly single-family residences, received an overall grade of a "B+° due to
lack of maintenance of numerous isolated properties. However, most of the properties
surveyed in these areas are well maintained and in good condition.
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• Saugus: The community of Saugus contains mostly single-family residences. This area
received an "A° for the overall condition of maintenance. There were isolated homes that
showed some deterioration; however, overall this is a well-maintained area where
homeowners preserve the property's original condition.
• Canyon Country: This area has a mixture of multi -family and single-family residences.
One neighborhood in this area was affected by a wildfire (Buckweed) in October 2007,
which destroyed and damaged approximately two dozen homes. Most of the multi -family
residences in this area are in adequate condition. The single-family neighborhoods are
primarily newer subdivisions in good condition; however, some older developments with
maintenance issues were noted.
• Valencia: The Valencia community contains mainly mostly single-family residences. The
area received a cursory review of the housing conditions and property upkeep. Overall
the area is maintained in good condition.
Estimated Number of Housing Units Occupied by Low- or Moderate -Income Families
with LBP Hazards
Housing age is the key variable used to estimate the number of housing units with lead-based
paint (LBP). Starting in 1978, the federal government prohibited the use of LBP on residential
property. National studies estimate that 75 percent of all residential structures built prior to 1970
contain LBP. Housing built prior to 1940 is highly likely to contain LBP (estimated at 90 percent
of housing units), and in housing built between 1960 and 1979, 62 percent of units are estimated
to contain LBP.
According to the 2006-2010 ACS Five -Year Estimates, approximately 44 percent of owner -
occupied housing and 34 percent of renter -occupied housing in the City was built prior to
1980. Using the 75 percent national average of potential LBP hazard, an estimated 17,392 units
(13,490 owner -occupied units and 3,902 renter -occupied units) may contain LBP. Furthermore,
approximately 24 percent of the owner -households and 56 percent of the renter -households are
low- and moderate -income. These figures translate to 3,237 owner units and 2,185 renter units
with potential LBP may be occupied by low- and moderate -income households.
Based on ACS data on household type, tenure, and age of housing, about seven percent of
owner -occupied and eight percent of renter -occupied housing units are at risk of containing lead
based paint hazards and have children present. Specific information on household income by
age of housing unit is not available.
Discussion
See discussions above.
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MA -25 Public and Assisted Housing - 91.210(b)
Introduction
The only public housing complex in Santa Clarita is Orchard Arms, which is operated by the Housing Authority of the County of Los
Angeles (HACoLA). During Fiscal Years 2008-2012, HACoLA implemented the Assisted Living Waiver Project (ALWP) at three
senior/disabled public housing developments, one of which is Orchard Arms, a 183 -unit housing development in Valencia. The ALWP
provides 24-hour nursing care and other supportive services on-site for MediCal eligible seniors and/or disabled persons. HACoLA is
currently working with Alternative Home Care, the agency providing the ALWP services as the Care Coordinating Agency. Currently
there are 14 Orchard Arms residents enrolled in the program, along with 2 pending clients.
The table below summarizes data provided by HACoLA for public housing and Housing Choice Vouchers for the entire service area
covered by HACoLA. Data specific to the City of Santa Clarita is not available.
Totals Number of Units
Program Type
Vouchers
Special Purpose Voucher
Certificate
Mod-
Rehab
Public
HousingTotal
Project
Tenant-
based
Veterans
Affairs
Family
Disabled
based
Supportive
Unification
Housing
Program
# of units vouchers
0
261
2,962
21,798
1
21,797
1,264
1,357
558
available
# of accessible units
`includes Non -Elderly Disabled, Mainstream One -Year, Mainstream Five-year, and Nursing Home Transition
Data PIC (PIH Information Center)
Source:
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Describe the supply of public housing developments:
Describe the number and physical condition of public housing units in the jurisdiction, including those that are participating
in an approved Public Housing Agency Plan:
Orchard Arms has a total of 183 units. 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.
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Public Housing Condition
Public Housing Development Average Inspection Score
Orchard Arms 93.68
Table 38 - Public Housino Condition
Describe the restoration and revitalization needs of public housing units in the
jurisdiction:
From 2008 to 2011, ADA upgrades to parking lots and sidewalks were made at Orchard Arms. A
504 Compliance Evaluation Report was completed in 2012 for some of HACoLA's public
housing Senior/Disabled developments, including Orchard Arms. The recommendations from
the report are included in HACoLa's Capital Fund Five -Year Plan.
Describe the public housing agency's strategy for improving the living environment of
low- and moderate -income families residing in public housing:
HACoLA has adopted the following goals and objectives to maintain and improve the living
environment of its public housing stock, including the following:
• Implement public housing security improvements
• Designate developments or buildings for particular resident groups (elderly, persons with
disabilities)
HACoLA will submit an application to designate 13 public housing senior developments as
housing for elderly families only. The U.S. Census Bureau projects that the elderly in California
will have an overall increase of 112 percent from 1990 to 2020. Los Angeles County mirrors this
trend. Through senior designation, HACoLA will address the specific and growing housing
needs of the elderly.
• Partner with community-based organizations and local colleges and universities through
service learning to provide educational prevention/intervention activities
• Provide Smoke -Free housing for all of our residents with specified open areas 20 feet
from a HACoLA building labeled as a
• "Smoking Designated Area" However, small housing developments that do not have a
feasible "Smoking Designated Area", will be completely non-smoking.
• Partner with other county agencies to identify and provide housing and supportive
services to the homeless population.
Through senior designation, HACoLA will address the specific and growing housing needs of the
elderly. Additional revenue from the disposition will enable the HA to provide senior support
services, such as, the Assisted Living Waiver Project (ALWP) currently at South Bay Gardens
and Orchard Arms senior housing developments. Near elderly and disabled currently in senior
housing will be given the option to remain in their existing unit or they can choose to relocate to
comparable family housing provided by the HA where case management services are currently
in place.
Discussion:
See discussions above.
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MA -30 Homeless Facilities and Services - 91.210(c)
Introduction
The City of Santa Clarita belongs to Service Planning Area (SPA) 2 San Fernando Valley. Statistics for SPA 2 from the 2013
Homeless Count show that there were 7,790 homeless people throughout the area on any given night. More specifically, the
population of SPA 2 is estimated by the County Department of Mental Health at just over two million. According to the City's Housing
Element, the City of Santa Clarita represents 8.8 percent of the total SPA 2 population. When applying the 8.8 percent to SPA 2's
homeless population, it is estimated that the City Santa Clarita may have up to 686 homeless. Agencies that provide shelter beds for
the homeless in Santa Clarita include:
• Bridge to Home Emergency Winter Shelter - 54 beds and 11 motel vouchers for families with children
Domestic Violence Shelter of the Santa Clarita Valley -nine beds for families with children
• Family Promise of Santa Clarita Valley - 14 beds for families with children
• Lutheran Social Services - nine vouchers for families with children
These facilities are described in further details in later sections.
Facilities and Housing Targeted to Homeless Households
Data source comments:
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Emergency Shelter Beds
Transitional
Permanent Supportive Housing Beds
Housing Beds
Year Round Beds
Voucher / Seasonal
Current & New
Current & New
Under
Current & New
/ Overflow Beds
Development
Households with Adult(s) and
23
20
0
0
0
Child ren
Households with Only Adults
0
54
0
0
0
Chronically Homeless Households
1 0
0
1 0
1 0
0
Veterans
0
0
0
0
0
Unaccompanied Youth
0
0
0
0
0
Data source comments:
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Describe mainstream services, such as health, mental health, and employment services
to the extent those services are used to complement services targeted to homeless
persons
The City of Santa Clarita participates in the County of Los Angeles' Continuum of Care system
that provides services and facilities for the homeless and is comprised of local government
jurisdictions, federal agencies, non-profit service and housing providers, technical assistance
organizations, and organizations from the faith community.
Health Services
The Los Angeles County Department of Health Services (DHS) aims to ensure access to high-
quality, patient -centered, cost-effective health care to Los Angeles County residents through
direct services at DHS facilities and through collaboration with community and university
partners. The DHS provides a range of family, emergency, and specialty health services. The
Los Angeles County Department of Public Social Services (DPSS) is another County resource
that offers various programs to promote health among low-income County residents.
Bridge to Home's (BTH) Santa Clarita Emergency Winter Shelter offers primary healthcare and
testing services to its individual clients. Families who utilize BTH's Beds for Families program
also receive case management and health services.
Mental Health Services
Services offered by the Los Angeles County Department of Mental Health (DMH) include
assessments, case management, crisis intervention, medication support, peer support and other
rehabilitative services. The County's Santa Clarita Valley Mental Health Center is located in
Valencia.
Employment Services
Employment plays a key role in ending homelessness. It also supports recovery for those
suffering from mental and substance use disorders. Unfortunately, homeless people face many
barriers to finding and sustaining employment. People who are chronically homeless often suffer
the impacts of mental illness, substance abuse and co-occurring disorders. Homeless people
also confront serious personal challenges, such as a lack of interviewing skills, job credentials, a
fixed address and phone number, identification cards, and interview clothes. They may also
have issues adapting to a regular work schedule or work environment and problems with their
personal appearance or hygiene. Homeless youth face additional obstacles, including a lack of
education or vocational preparation. Moreover, many homeless individuals are on the wrong
side of the "digital divide," meaning they are unfamiliar or uncomfortable with increasingly
prevalent modern technology such as computers. In addition, many mainstream employment
programs do not effectively serve this population.
The Santa Clarita WorkSource Center is made possible through funding and support from a
variety of partners. All services are provided to employers and job seekers at no cost through
the Federal Workforce Investment Act (WIA) and the City of Santa Clarita in partnership with the
Employment Development Department (EDD), the County of Los Angeles Community and
Senior Service, and College of the Canyons. WorkSource California is a network of workforce
experts that leverage funding and resources across the Los Angeles region to provide job
seekers and businesses with no -cost, high value employment and training services.
Individuals looking for a new or better career will find skilled employment specialists, hundreds
of local job listings, training resources, and full-service technical centers with phones, fax
machines, copiers, and computers with Internet access and resume building tools.
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List and describe services and facilities that meet the needs of homeless persons,
particularly chronically homeless individuals and families, families with children,
veterans and their families, and unaccompanied youth. If the services and facilities are
listed on screen SP -40 Institutional Delivery Structure or screen MA -35 Special Needs
Facilities and Services, describe how these facilities and services specifically address
the needs of these populations.
Ememengy Shelters
Emergency shelters offer temporary overnight sleeping accommodations for generally up to a
month. Emergency shelters provide a means of temporarily housing homeless persons, but
also offer opportunities to provide referrals and services. Emergency shelters operating in the
City of Santa Clarita include:
• Bridge to Home's Santa Clarita Emergency Winter Shelter has the capacity to house 40
men and 14 women
• Domestic Violence Center of the Santa Clarita Valley offers crisis shelter three units with
a total capacity of nine beds for victims and their children
• Family Promise of Santa Clarita Valley provides seven units with a total capacity of 14
beds for families with children.
Another form of emergency shelter assistance is programs that offer vouchers so that families
can stay together at local motels. With Bridge to Home's Beds for Families program, qualifying
local families experiencing homelessness can come to the door of the Santa Clarita Shelter with
a child under 16 years of age, and they will be immediately receive a voucher to a local motel for
up to 30 nights. Lutheran Social Services North L.A. (LSS) manages the Emergency Shelter and
Services (ESS) program for the County and City of Los Angeles under LAHSA. Funding for this
program comes from the Department of Public Social Services (DPSS) and it provides vouchers
for temporary shelter at a local motel for up to nine homeless CalWORKS families so that they
can focus and concentrate on looking for employment and then, transitional or permanent
housing.
Transitional Housina
Transitional housing is distinguished from emergency shelters in that it provides shelter for an
extended period of time and generally includes integration with other social services and
counseling programs to assist in the transition to self-sufficiency through the attainment of a
permanent income and housing. Currently, there are no known transitional or supportive
housing units for either individuals or families in the City limits.
Permanent Supportive Housing
Bridge To Home serves as one of eleven Family Solutions Centers (FSC) through LAHSA's
Family Solutions System (FSS) adopted by the Los Angeles Continuum of Care (LACoC) in
2013. The FSS, through each regional FSC, is designed to keep homeless families together and
connect them to housing and services within their own local community. FSS provides system
wide tracking of progress by following a homeless or at risk family from the time they enter the
system, through placement in permanent, stable housing. One of the main goals of the ESS
program offered by LSS is to work directly with families to obtain permanent housing in addition
to obtaining employment and an increased income.
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MA -35 Special Needs Facilities and Services - 91.210(d)
Introduction
A variety of services and facilities targeting persons with special needs are available in Santa
Clarita.
Including the elderly, frail elderly, persons with disabilities (mental, physical,
developmental), persons with alcohol or other drug addictions, persons with HIV/AIDS
and their families, public housing residents and any other categories the jurisdiction may
specify, and describe their supportive housing needs
Seniors: To plan better for the upcoming needs of seniors, in 2008, the County of Los Angeles
Community and Senior Services, the City of Los Angeles Department of Aging and the Los
Angeles County Commission on Aging (LACCOA) collaborated on a large-scale needs
assessment of older residents. "L.A. County Seniors Count!" was a four-page survey distributed
to seniors age 60 and over. For Los Angeles County's seniors, the issues of housing
affordability and the need for home maintenance services were prevalent. Approximately 25
percent of respondents reported needing help with minor home repairs. 10 percent had
problems finding an apartment and 10 percent had problems paying rent.
Persons with Disabilities: Persons with disabilities often have limited incomes, but extensive
needs for a variety of services. Furthermore, as the majority (more than 72 percent) of the City's
housing stock was constructed prior to 1990 (before the passage of the American with
Disabilities Act), accessible housing is also limited in supply. Questions on disabilities were
added to the 2002-03 Los Angeles County Health Survey (LACHS) to examine the prevalence
and types of disability, in order to help guide efforts directed at reducing disparities and
improving quality of life for persons with disabilities (PWD). Accommodations for PWDs should
be a part of both home and work environments. One-third (33 percent) of PWDs reported that
they either currently had (11 percent) or could benefit from (25 percent) special modifications,
adaptive equipment, or other features in their home. Knowing where to be able to turn to for help
could also be beneficial for PWDs.
Persons with Alcohol/Drug Addiction: Sober living homes provide a safe, supportive place to live
while recovering from alcohol and drug addiction. A stable home and drug-free living
environment is important for recovery.
Persons with HIV/AIDS: Stable, affordable housing offers the best opportunity for persons living
with HIV/AIDS to access drug therapies and treatments and supportive services that will
enhance the quality of life for themselves and their families. When people are housed, they can
access and adhere to drug treatments and therapies and require fewer hospitalizations and less
emergency room care. It has been estimated that as many as half of all people living with
HIV/AIDS will need housing assistance at some point in their illness. For many of those, short-
term assistance with rent, mortgage, or utility costs alone will provide the necessary support to
remain healthy and in stable housing. However, those struggling with multiple diagnoses of HIV
and mental illness and/or substance use may need supportive services in addition to housing
assistance.
Public Housing Residents: The Resident Advisory Board (RAB) provides HACoLA and its clients
with a forum for sharing information about the Annual Plan. As part of the Annual Plan process,
HUD requires HACoLA to set up a RAB each year, and meet with the RAB at least once. RAB
members help HACoLA in developing its goals, and provide recommendations on how to
improve the Section 8 and Public Housing programs. For public housing residents, the RAB is
appointed by the resident council. For the 2014 Annual Plan for the Agency, the following needs
were identified:
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• Maintenance and rehabilitation Is needed at HACoLA properties
• Pests are an issue at some properties
• Remodeling and upgrades are needed at some of the older properties
• Increased lighting to ensure safety has been requested at some properties
Describe programs for ensuring that persons returning from mental and physical health
institutions receive appropriate supportive housing
HACoLA assists approximately 250 residents annually with direct clinical and/or case
management services from the Family Resource Center. Frequent issues encountered include
domestic violence, child abuse, mental illness, aging -related issues, and general crisis
intervention. Special support is provided for the homeless and emancipated youth housed at the
sites and the clinician is on-call to conduct emergency mental health assessments. In addition,
the Assisted Living Waiver Program has been implemented at three senior/disabled sites
supporting up to 50 residents who would have to live in a nursing home if they were not
receiving services from this program.
Residential care facilities also provide supportive housing for persons with disabilities. The
following types of facilities are available in Santa Clarita, including the communities of Canyon
Country, Newhall, Saugus and Valencia:
• Adult Day Care Facilities (ADCF): 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): 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.
• Group Homes: 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.
• Residential Care Facilities for the Elderly (RCFE): Facilities that 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.
These facilities are regulated by the State Department of Social Services (DSS), Community
Care Licensing Division. According to DSS licensing data, there are four adult day care facilities,
11 adult residential facilities, one group home, and 66 residential care facilities for the elderly
located in the City. The adult day cares have the capacity to serve 164 persons and the adult
residential facilities have the capacity to serve 127 persons. The group home has the capacity
to serve 16 persons and the residential care facilities for the elderly have the capacity to
serve 780 persons.
Specify the activities that the jurisdiction plans to undertake during the next year to
address the housing and supportive services needs identified in accordance with
91.215(e) with respect to persons who are not homeless but have other special needs.
Link to one-year goals. 91.315(e)
Given the limited CDBG funding, the City proposes focusing CDBG public service funds during
FY 2014-15 on improving supportive human services for low- and moderate- income persons in
the following areas of concentration service: Health and Mental/Health, Homeless, Senior,
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Disabled, Youth, and Victims of Domestic Violence. In addition, CDBG funds will be used to
make much needed ADA improvements to City Hall and sidewalks.
For entitlementtconsortia grantees: Specify the activities that the jurisdiction plans to
undertake during the next year to address the housing and supportive services needs
identified in accordance with 91.215(e) with respect to persons who are not homeless
but have other special needs. Link to one-year goals. (91.220(2))
Given the limited CDBG funding, the City proposes focusing CDBG public service funds during
FY 2014-15 on improving supportive human services for low- and moderate -income persons in
the following areas of concentration service: Health and Mental/Health, Homeless, Senior,
Disabled, Youth, and Victims of Domestic Violence. In addition, CDBG funds will be used to
make much needed ADA improvements to City Hall and sidewalks.
MA -40 Barriers to Affordable Housing - 91.210(e)
Negative Effects of Public Policies on Affordable Housing and Residential Investment
Lack of Affordable Housing Funds: The availability of funding for affordable housing has also
been severely affected by the dissolution of Redevelopment in the State of California. The
AB1x26 legislation prevented the City from using approximately $6 million dollars in
Redevelopment low/mod housing funds. Subsequent AB 1484 legislation has allowed the City
to recapture a portion of those funds. The City (acting as the Housing Successor) will use those
funds to assist in the development of the already entitled Newhall Avenue Development, which
was put on hold when AB1x26 was passed. It is unclear if additional affordable housing will be
developed since other housing funds, including four percent and nine percent Low Income
Housing Tax Credits, HOME, CaIHOME, and the Multifamily Housing Program are not sufficient
to finance an affordable housing project alone.
State Prevailing Wage Requirements: The State Department of Industrial Relations (DIR)
expanded the kinds of projects that require the payment of prevailing wages. Prevailing wage
adds to the overall cost of development.
Environmental Protection: State law (California Environmental Quality Act, California
Endangered Species Act) and federal law (National Environmental Protection Act, Federal
Endangered Species Act) regulations require environmental review of proposed discretionary
projects (e.g., subdivision maps, use permits, etc.). Costs resulting from the environmental
review process are also added to the cost of housing.
Local Residential Development Policies and Regulations: Some portions of the City are subject
to development constraints due to the presence of hillsides and ridgelines, flood potential,
seismic hazards, environmental issues, or other special circumstance. Hillsides, ridgelines, and
floodplains must be protected from over -development in order to prevent erosion, flooding,
damage from landslides, and preserve scenic views. Preservation of significant oak trees is also
defined in the General Plan as a community goal because these trees are important biological
resources. These constraints affect the development of all housing, not just affordable housing.
Planning and Development Fees: Development fees and taxes charged by local governments
also contribute to the cost of housing. Application processing fees in the City of Santa Clarita
have been established by Resolution 07-52, which was based on a fee study completed in 2004
and updated annually based on CPI (most recently in 2013).
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.
Unnecessary delays add to the cost of construction by increasing land holding costs and interest
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payments. Single-family residences are subject to the approval of a Development Review
Permit. This process generally takes two to six weeks. Multi -family residences are subject to the
approval of a Development Review Permit. Multi -family residences can also be constructed in
commercial zones with the approval of a CUP. This process generally takes 2-6 weeks from
initial submittal to approval. The Conditional Use Permit generally takes around four to six
months. The City's processing times are generally faster than the City of Los Angeles and
County of Los Angeles.
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.
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MA45 Non -Housing Community Development Assets - 91.215 (�
Introduction
According to the ACS, the unemployment rate in Santa Clarita was about 7.7 percent between 2006 and 2010. Currently, the State
Employment Development Department (EDD) reported that 91,100 Santa Clarita residents were in the labor force (November 2013),
with 85,900 residents employed. The City's unemployment rate dropped to 5.7 percent by November 2013—a small decrease from
the 6.7 percent recorded in 2012. This is also significantly lower than the County's unemployment rate of 9.4 percent.
Certain employment sectors, however, may have mismatches between available jobs and number of workers, potentially resulting in
high unemployment rates in those sectors (as shown in "Business Activity" table). In Santa Clarita, the largest mismatches were
found in the Information and Professional/Scientific/Management Services sectors. Specifically, jobs are only available to
approximately 59 percent of the workers in the Finance, Insurance, and Real Estate sector and 41 percent of the workers in the
Professional, Scientific, Management Services sector. Shortages were also recorded in the Agriculture, Finance, and Public
Administration sectors.
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Economic Development Market Analysis
Business Activity
Business by Sector
Number of
Workers
Number of
Jobs
Workers Share of
%
Share of Jobs
%
Jobs less
workers
%
Agriculture, Mining, Oil & Gas Extraction
668
22
1
0
-1
Arts, Entertainment, Accommodations
8,510
6,757
12
14
2
Construction
3,027
3,183
4
7
3
Education and Health Care Services
10,247
7,387
15
16
1
Finance, Insurance, and Real Estate
5,349
3,171
8
7
-1
Information
7,043
1,146
10
2
-8
Manufacturing
8,378
6,894
12
15
3
Other Services
3,817
2,582
6
6
0
Professional, Scientific, Management Services
6,991
2,890
10
6
-4
Public Administration
580
18
1
0
-1
Retail Trade
8,298
7,545
12
16
4
Transportation and Warehousing
2,416
2,412
3
5
2
Wholesale Trade
3,803
2,724
6
6
0
Total
69,127
46,731
Table 40 - Business Activity
DOW 20062010 ACS (Workers), 2010 Longitudinal Employer -Household Dynamics (Jobs)
Source:
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Labor Force
Total Population in the Civilian Labor Force
93,769
Civilian Employed Population 16 years and over
86,588
Unemployment Rate
7.66%
Unemployment Rate for Ages 16-24
22.69%
Unemployment Rate for Ages 25-65
4.72%
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Data 2006-2010 ACS
Source:
Occupations by Sector
Number of People
Management, business and financial
23,988
Farming, fisheries and forestry occupations
3,652
Service
7,178
Sales and office
14,789
Construction, extraction, maintenance and repair
6,473
Production, transportation and material moving
3,580
Table 42 - Occupations by Sector
Date 2006-2010 ACS
Source:
Travel Time
Travel Time
Number
Percentage
< 30 Minutes
38,406
48%
30-59 Minutes
27,491
34%
60 or More Minutes
13,931
17%
Total
79,828
100%
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Date 2006-2010 ACS
Source:
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Education:
Educational Attainment by Employment Status (Population 16 and Older)
Educational Attainment
In Labor Force
18-24 yrs
Civilian Employed
Unemployed
Not in Labor Force
Less than high school graduate
6,986
669
2,743
High school graduate (includes
equivalency)
12,959
1,018
4,093
Some college or Associate's degree
25,393
1,459
6,119
Bachelor's degree or higher
1 26,330
1,262
4,191
Table 44 - Educational Attainment by Employment Status
Data 2006-2010 ACS
Source:
Educational Attainment by Age
Table 45 - Educational Attainment by Age
Data 2006-2010 ACS
Source:
Educational Attainment- Median Earnings in the Past 12 Months
Educational Attainment
Age
18-24 yrs
2534 yrs
3544 yrs
45-65 yrs
65+ yrs
Less than 9th grade
404
1,243
1,176
1,854
1,101
9th to 12th grade, no diploma
1,854
2,211
2,188
1,726
1,513
High school graduate, GED, or
alternative
4,410
4,106
5,291
8,718
4,862
Some college, no degree
6,980
5,821
6,813
11,580
3,721
Associate's degree
1,580
1,768
2,667
4,346
1,006
Bachelor's degree
1,272
1 5,404
6,278
1 10,346
2,083
Graduate or professional degree
193
1,780
2,685
5,318
1,108
Table 45 - Educational Attainment by Age
Data 2006-2010 ACS
Source:
Educational Attainment- Median Earnings in the Past 12 Months
Educational Attainment
Median Earnings in the Past 12 Months
Less than high school graduate
20,714
High school graduate (includes equivalency)
36,468
Some college or Associate's degree
45,860
Bachelor's degree
62,533
Graduate or professional degree
75,611
Table 46 - Median Earnings in the Past 12 Months
Data 2006-2010 ACS
Source:
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Based on the Business Activity table above, what are the major employment sectors
within your jurisdiction?
Santa Clarita's local economy is primarily a service based economy. Within Santa Clarita, the
major service employment sectors are Retail Trade; Education and Health Care Services; and
Arts, Entertainment, Accommodations. These three sectors represent nearly one-quarter of the
employment opportunities available in the City. As a whole, service sector occupations
represent approximately 37 percent of employment opportunities in the City.
Describe the workforce and infrastructure needs of the business community:
The active workforce living in the Santa Clarita area is highly educated. More than 50 percent of
all workers have completed a college education. With an expanding population, a larger skill set
will characterize the Santa Clarita Valley workforce, continuing to make the area more attractive
to potential employers. There are few impediments that would inhibit healthy job growth over the
next several years. One of those potential impediments has been the slowdown of housing
production. As the housing market improves after 2009, it is expected that population growth will
accelerate along with job growth. The City of Santa Clarita must continue to work with the
County of Los Angeles to monitor the approval of housing developments just outside the City
limits in unincorporated Los Angeles County. These developments play a critical role in the
balance of jobs in the Santa Clarita Valley, and as a community it is important to be mindful that
development in these areas should also include business attraction to support the resident
population. If this is not monitored, the Santa Clarita Valley will continue to see a
disproportionate jobs -housing imbalance.
Many of the City's residents are traveling to neighboring cities for work, because there are not
enough jobs available in the City matching the skills of residents. To this end, the City of Santa
Clarita is focused on creating a quality jobs -housing balance, attracting companies in targeted
industry sectors to ensure the needs of the community and its residents are met. The City has
targeted four main industry clusters for expansion: Entertainment, Aerospace, Biomedical, and
Technology. The industries already have a strong base of business in the area and the Santa
Clarita Valley boasts trained and qualified professionals ready to meet the needs of these
unique industries. One of the City of Santa Clarita's biggest goals in pursuing the jobs/housing
balance is to attract more high -paying, high-quality jobs and develop new high -paying, high-
quality positions. This means working with businesses and companies already based in the area
to expand and bring new jobs to Santa Clarita, relocation of companies to the City, and support
of business start-ups looking to launch a new company in the area. In addition to attracting
businesses in the targeted industries, the area would benefit from additional business parks in
the area, such as the Gate -King Industrial Park, a fully entitled project, planned for Sierra
Highway and Newhall Avenue. A majority of the business parks in the Santa Clarita Valley are
located in Valencia or on the west side, a fact attributable to the master planning of Valencia by
the Newhall Land and Farming Company. In addition, the Santa Clarita Valley's strong demand
for large industrial buildings has led to extremely low vacancy levels. Industrial vacancies
remained low in the Santa Clarita Valley throughout 2012, offering the significant need for new
projects to break ground.
The City of Santa Clarita should also continue to work with local educational institutions,
employers, real estate developers and others to review changes in Santa Clarita's workforce
needs and anticipate changes occurring in employment demands. Together with these groups
the City can promote job training, skill enhancement, and education meeting the needs of jobs
and careers available within the Santa Clarita Valley.
According to the Golden State Gateway Coalition, a transportation education and advocacy non-
profit organization based in Santa Clarita, the Interstate 5 (1-5) freeway corridor in Northern Los
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Angeles County faces many infrastructure challenges. Among the identified needs for
improvements to the 1-5 corridor are to: facilitate goods movement; jobs and economic
development; accommodate growth in commerce and population; and facilitate access to basic
services such as education.
Describe any major changes that may have an economic impact, such as planned local
or regional public or private sector investments or initiatives that have affected or may
affect job and business growth opportunities during the planning period. Describe any
needs for workforce development, business support or infrastructure these changes
may create.
Since its 2007 designation, the Santa Clarita Valley Enterprise Zone program has collectively
provided millions in savings to local businesses, created hundreds of jobs, assisted with
decreasing unemployment and made the Santa Clarita Valley an even more attractive place to
do business. Businesses located in the Santa Clarita Valley Enterprise Zone may reduce their
State Income Tax by a percentage of the wages paid to one or more qualified employees.
In December 2010, the Santa Clarita Valley Enterprise Zone was expanded and holds
designation from January 1, 2011 - January 1, 2026. Businesses within the unincorporated area
of Los Angeles County can now take advantage of the zone, as well as additional businesses
within City limits. Some areas include the Commerce Center, Westridge, Stevenson Ranch and
more. The Santa Clarita Valley Enterprise Zone has saved local business approximately $250
million. However, the Enterprise Zone is set to expire on December 31, 2014.
Santa Clarita is also home to more than 25 sound stages and 12 active movie ranches,
including Disney's Golden Oak Ranch. Plans are currently underway to bring soundstages and
new production facilities to the property. This new development, Disney I ABC Studios at The
Ranch, is estimated to generate $533 million annually in economic activity and bring more than
2,800 full -and part-time jobs to the area upon completion.
As of 2013, there are 5 million square feet of approved commercial and industrial projects in the
Santa Clarita Valley. Approximately 600,000 square feet is under construction and an additional
2.4 million square feet of commercial and industrial space is pending approval. About 500,000
square feet of new industrial space is being built by LNR in the Valencia Commerce Center and
the Sterling Gateway project, currently in construction, will have more than 1 million square feet
to offer. Also available is a pad -ready site - approximately 150,000 square feet - at the Mann
Biomedical Park, with more land that can be graded if necessary. Industrial vacancy rates in the
City have been lower than optimal and this new development should help to ease the shortage.
However, because of expected employment growth, more industrial product will still be needed.
Considering the population and employment growth in the region that will likely result from the
initiatives and projects discussed above, more housing in the City will also be needed and
constructed. The addition of more jobs and housing will also increase traffic congestion in the
area. In 2011, traffic counts rose at virtually every major measuring point in the Santa Clarita.
Across the 1-5 corridor, average daily traffic grew by 1,000 to 1,500 automobiles. This resulted in
increases of about 1 percent over 2010.
How do the skills and education of the current workforce correspond to employment
opportunities in the jurisdiction?
According to the Alfred Gobar Associates 2005 Labor Market Study, the active workforce living
in the Santa Clarita area is highly educated. More than 50 percent of all workers have completed
a college education. Active workers with no more than a high school education account for 20
percent of the workforce. A high level of educational achievement, including a college degree, is
evident across the entire workforce, with 56 percent of the area's full time workers (82 percent of
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the population works full-time) and 53 percent of part-time workers (18 percent of the population
works part-time) boasting higher education.
The City of Santa Clarita is focused on creating a quality jobs -housing balance, attracting
companies in targeted industry sectors to ensure the needs of the community and its residents
are met. The City has targeted four main industry clusters for expansion: Entertainment,
Aerospace, Biomedical, and Technology. The industries already have a strong base of business
in the area and the Santa Clarita Valley boasts trained and qualified professionals ready to meet
the needs of these unique industries.
The City of Santa Clarita will continue to work with local educational institutions, employers, real
estate developers and others to review changes in Santa Clarita's workforce needs and
anticipate changes occurring in employment demands.
Describe any current workforce training initiatives, including those supported by
Workforce Investment Boards, community colleges and other organizations. Describe
how these efforts will support the jurisdiction's Consolidated Plan.
A number of workforce training initiatives and programs are available to Santa Clarita residents.
The following discussion provides details on the region's major programs:
• The Santa Clarita WorkSource Center: Made possible through funding and support from
a variety of partners. All services are provided to employers and job seekers at no cost
through the Federal Workforce Investment Act (WIA) and the City of Santa Clarita in
partnership with the Employment Development Department (EDD), the County of Los
Angeles Community and Senior Services, and College of the Canyons. WorkSource
California is a network of workforce experts that leverage funding and resources across
the Los Angeles region to provide job seekers and businesses with no -cost, high value
employment and training services. Services include: skilled employment specialists,
hundreds of local job listings, training resources, and full-service technical centers with
phones, fax machines, copiers, and computers with Internet access and resume building
tools.
• College of the Canyons: College of the Canyons offers superior educational
opportunities as well as higher education through the University Center. The College of
the Canyons Economic Development Division also offers a variety of trainings and
workshops for businesses and employees through the Employee Training Institute,
Center for Applied Competitive Technologies (CACT), Career Center and Small
Business Development Center.
• Santa Clarita Valley Economic Development Corporation: Among its overarching goals
are to support the creation of high -paying jobs for our trained workforce, stimulate
economic activity that grows the regional tax base and strategically position the Santa
Clarita Valley and its businesses to better compete in the global economy. SCVEDC also
recently launched a Business Expansion and Retention (BEAR) program, which provides
no -cost, confidential one-on-one business assistance visits with local employers to
ensure that local firms have access to every available resource and to better understand
the strengths and weaknesses of the local economy.
• 13 Advanced Technology Incubator: This program works with entrepreneurs developing
technology-based products or services to provide the workspace, capital access and
mentorships necessary to launch and grow a successful business.
• Los Angeles County Federation of Labor: The Los Angeles County Federation of Labor,
AFL-CIO is the chartered Central Labor Council (CLC) of the AFL-CIO in Los Angeles
County. Their mission is to promote a voice for workers through organizing themselves
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into unions, building strong coalitions of labor, community, faith, and responsible
businesses, engaging in both organizing and political campaigns, electing pro -union and
pro -worker candidates and advancing public policies that support workers, families and
local communities.
• Los Angeles County Economic Development Corporation (LAEDC): In 2009, the LAEDC
engaged and solicited input from more than 1,080 stakeholders in more than two dozen
public forums that brought together leaders from the public, private, business,
government, labor, education, environmental, and community-based organizations to
develop the first-ever comprehensive, collaborative, consensus Strategic Plan for
Economic Development in Los Angeles County 2010-2014. Among the plan's five core
aspirational goals are to: prepare an educated workforce; create a business friendly
environment; enhance our quality of life; implement smart land use; and build 21st
century infrastructure.
Does your jurisdiction participate in a Comprehensive Economic Development Strategy
(CEDS)?
Yes
If so, what economic development initiatives are you undertaking that may be
coordinated with the Consolidated Plan? If not, describe other local/regional plans or
initiatives that impact economic growth.
In 2009, the Los Angeles County Economic Development Corporation (LAEDC) engaged and
solicited input from more than 1,000 stakeholders in more than two dozen public forums to
develop the first-ever comprehensive, collaborative, consensus Strategic Plan for Economic
Development in Los Angeles County. One of those public forums was held on February 4, 2009,
at College of the Canyons and included members from the Valley Industry Association, the
Santa Clarita Valley Chamber of Commerce, the City of Santa Clarita, as well as several local
business leaders. The 2010-2014 Los Angeles County Strategic Plan for Economic
Development has identified key components central to economic development success, as well
as a number of corresponding initiatives to achieve these goals. The following initiatives may be
coordinated with the Consolidated Plan:
Prepare an Educated Workforce
• Connect schools and communities by linking local community organizations, non -profits,
businesses and corporate leaders with schools through formal partnerships, and
implementing family education programs and after-school programs.
• Increase student access and engagement by teaching and motivating parents to be
meaningfully engaged in their children's educational success; educating parents and
students on career opportunities and readiness requirements; and increasing access to
scholarships, loans and grants for education.
• Fund workforce intermediaries to bring together stakeholders in targeted industry sectors
to address existing and projected future workforce gaps.
• Integrate workforce training activities and higher education (from entry to
college/university-based to enhanced professional education) to create seamless career
pathways leading to high-value jobs in target industries (e.g., aerospace engineers).
• Expand customized, sector -based programs to train larger numbers of people and
market them better to job seekers.
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• Co -locate public services such as WorkSource/OneSource centers on college
campuses.
• Create programs that expand the workforce by reconnecting high school dropouts to
educational and training opportunities.
• Develop, expand and upgrade the skills of the existing workforce.
• Begin career awareness programs in middle school.
Create a Business Friendly Environment
• Increase proactive outreach to help retain and expand businesses of all sizes, with
emphasis on those that are at risk of closing, leaving or being wooed away.
• Create a more supportive infrastructure.
Enhance Quality of Life
• Ensure public safety by supporting programs that reduce crime (such as Business
Watch, Neighborhood Watch, volunteer patrols, anti -gang programs and rapid response
to "broken window" problems).
• Promote healthy living by building more parks and expanding recreational activities, and
encouraging healthy living through active lifestyles, wellness programs and locally -
sourced nutritious food supplies (e.g., community gardens and farmers markets).
• Remove obstacles and create incentives to encourage the construction of a large
quantity and wide range of housing of all types.
Build 21st Century Infrastructure
• Ensure a reliable supply of clean and affordable energy by encouraging green energy
production from public and private sources, building necessary transmission lines to
access clean energy, improving network efficiency and reducing demand (e.g., through
energy efficiency programs).
• Create a world-class ground transportation network by expanding and improving the
quality and user appeal of mass transit and alternative modes (such as bike
paths/lanes).
Discussion
See discussions above.
MA -50 Needs and Market Analysis Discussion
Are there areas where households with multiple housing problems are concentrated?
(include a definition of "concentration")
Housing problems impact lower- and moderate -income households disproportionately,
compared to non -low- and moderate -income households. Therefore, areas with concentrations
of low- and moderate -income households are likely to have high rates of housing problems.
A low- and moderate -income concentration is defined as a block group where at least 29.7
percent of the population is low- and moderate -income. Appendix B presents the geographic
concentration of low- and moderate -income population by block group. Overall, The City's low -
and moderate -income areas generally correlate with its minority concentration areas. Low- and
moderate -income areas can be seen along Railroad Avenue south of Wiley Canyon Road as
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well as in Canyon Country—west of Whites Canyon Road near Soledad Canyon Road and east
of Sierra Highway just north of the railroad. In addition, the City has a large low/mod area
located west of Railroad Avenue and north of Magic Mountain Parkway and several low/mod
areas in the northeast portion of the City.
Are there any areas in the jurisdiction where racial or ethnic minorities or low-income
families are concentrated? (include a definition of "concentration")
According to the 2010 Census, the racial/ethnic composition of Santa Clarita's population was:
56 percent White (non -Hispanic); 30 percent Hispanic; eight percent Asian and Pacific Islander;
three percent African American; and three percent indicating other race/ethnic group.
A minority concentration area is defined as a Census block group in the City whose proportion of
all non-White residents combined is greater than the County's (72.2 percent). A mapping of
concentrations prepared for this Consolidated Plan and included in Appendix B illustrates the
location of these block groups. Small pockets of minority concentration areas can be seen along
Railroad Avenue south of Wiley Canyon Road. Minority concentration areas can also be found
in Canyon Country west of Whites Canyon Road near Soledad Canyon Road and east of Sierra
Highway just north of the railroad. The geographic concentrations of the minority populations
generally overlap with the concentrations of low- and moderate -income residents.
What are the characteristics of the market in these areas/neighborhoods?
In Santa Clarita, the areas of low- and moderate -income concentrations and minority
concentrations generally overlap. While most of the City's affordable housing is not necessarily
located within these low- and moderate -income or minority concentration areas, many are
located near these neighborhoods. A number of foreclosed properties are located within these
neighborhoods, but not in any greater concentration that the rest of the City.
Are there any community assets in these areas/neighborhoods?
The City has a strong network of active and dedicated nonprofit organizations and community
groups that work to address the housing and community development needs in these
neighborhoods and the City at large. Specifically, the Boys and Girls Club Youth Center and the
Newhall Community Center are located in the City's low- and moderate -income areas and serve
the surrounding lower- and moderate -income population. However, a number of other social
service agencies, located in other areas of the City, also provide valuable services and
assistance to lower- and moderate -income residents.
Are there other strategic opportunities in any of these areas?
The City will continue to collaborate with the agencies and surrounding communities in the North
Los Angeles County area to ensure services and programs are delivered in a cost-effective
manner and provide assistance to those who are most in need.
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Strategic Plan
SP -05 Overview
Strategic Plan Overview
The Strategic Plan is the centerpiece of the Consolidated Plan. The Plan describes:
• General priorities for assisting households;
• Programs to assist those households in need; and
• Five-year objectives identifying proposed accomplishments.
The Strategic Plan also addresses the following areas:
• Anti -poverty strategy;
• Lead-based paint hazard reduction;
• Reduction of barriers to affordable housing; and
• Institutional Structure/Coordination among agencies.
SP -10 Geographic Priorities - 91.215 (a)(1)
Geographic Area
Not applicable. The City of Santa Clarita has not established any geographic priority areas.
Table 47 - Geographic Priority Areas
General Allocation Priorities
The City seeks to disburse funds strategically within the low- and moderate -income target areas.
However, no specific neighborhoods are targeted for improvements. Appendix B contains a
map and a list of block groups illustrating the low- and moderate -income areas in the City
(defined as a block group where at least 29.7 percent of the population with incomes not
exceeding 80 percent of the Area Median Income). Investments in public facilities and services
serving special needs populations and primarily low- and moderate -income persons will be
made throughout the City. Housing assistance will be available to income -qualified households
citywide. The City will evaluate each eligible projects and programs based on the urgency of
needs, availability of other funding sources, and financial feasibility.
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Priority Needs
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Priority Need
Improve, Maintain, and Expand Affordable Housing
Name
Priority Level
High
Extremely Low
Income
Low
Moderate
Large Families
Population
Household Type
Families with Children
Elderly
Elderly
Frail Elderly
Special Needs
Persons with Mental Disabilities
Persons with Physical Disabilities
Persons with Developmental Disabilities
1
Geographic
Areas
Citywide
Affected
Associated
provide Decent and Affordable Housing
Goals
The City will increase, improve and maintain its supply of affordable housing for low -
Description
and moderate -income residents. This includes activities such as housing
rehabilitation, affordable housing construction, and code enforcement.
There is a substantial need for affordable housing in Santa Clarita. Housing problems
in the City impacted renter -households more significantly, with 53 percent of all
renter -households experiencing at least one housing problem (inadequate housing,
overcrowding, cost burden of 50 percent, or cost burden of 30 percent). The age of
Basis for
the City's housing stock also presents potential housing issues for low- and
Relative
moderate -income households. Approximately 44 percent of housing in the City,
Priority
regardless of tenure, is over 30 years old (built before 1980) and potentially in need of
rehabilitation. Many low- and moderate -income households in Santa Clarita,
particularly seniors and the disabled, are unable to afford the needed repairs for their
homes.
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Priority Need
Improve and Expand Facilities and Infrastructure
Name
Priority Level
High
Extremely Low
Income
Low
Moderate
Large Families
Household Type
Families with Children
Elden
Chronic Homelessness
Individuals
Families with Children
Mentally III
Population
Chronic Substance Abuse
veterans
Persons with HIV/AIDS
Special Needs
Victims of Domestic Violence
Unaccompanied Youth
z
Elderly
Frail Elderly
Persons with Mental Disabilities
Persons with Physical Disabilities
Persons with Developmental Disabilities
Victims of Domestic Violence
Non -housing Community Development
Geographic
Areas
Citywide
Affected
Gted
Goals
Goals
Improve and Expand Facilities and Infrastructure
Through various capital improvement projects, the City will improve and expand
Description
infrastructure that benefits low- and moderate -income neighborhoods and residents.
These may include activities such as ADA improvements and modifications to
government and other community facilities.
Basis for
A number of the City's public facilities, streets and sidewalks are in need of
Relative
improvements, renovations and accessibility related modifications. These projects are
Priority
necessary in order to ensure that critical services and facilities within the City remain
safe and accessible to all residents of the community.
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Priority Need
Name
Planning and Administration
Priority Level
High
Extremely Low
Income
Low
Moderate
Large Families
Household Type
Families with Children
Elden
Chronic Homelessness
Individuals
Families with Children
Mentally III
Chronic Substance Abuse
veterans
Population
Persons with HIV/AIDS
Victims of Domestic Violence
Unaccompanied Youth
Special Needs
Elderly
Frail Elderly
Persons with Mental Disabilities
3
Persons with Physical Disabilities
Persons with Developmental Disabilities
Persons with Alcohol or Other Addictions
Persons with HIV/AIDS and their
Families
Victims of Domestic Violence
Non-housing Community Development
Geographic
Areas
Citywide
Affected
Provide Decent and Affordable Housing
Associated
Improve and Expand Facilities and Infrastructure
Goals
Provide Supportive Human Services
Support Economic Development Opportunities
The City will implement the goals and objectives of the Consolidated Plan by
delivering a variety of housing and community development programs and activities.
Description
The City will continue to comply with the planning and reporting requirements of the
Consolidated Plan regulations and CDBG regulations. Annually, the City will monitor
its use of CDBG funds to ensure effective and appropriate use of funds.
Basis for
Relative
Compliance with all HUD Consolidated Plan and CDBG program regulations is a
Priori
requirement for participation in this program.
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Priority Need
Name
Promote Equal Housing Opportunity
Priority Level
High
Extremely Low
Income
Low
Moderate
Middle
Large Families
Household Type
Families with Children
Elden
Chronic Homelessness
Individuals
Families with Children
Mentally III
Chronic Substance Abuse
Population
veterans
Persons with HIV/AIDS
Victims of Domestic Violence
Special Needs
Unaccompanied Youth
Elderly
Frail Elderly
q
Persons with Mental Disabilities
Persons with Physical Disabilities
Persons with Developmental Disabilities
Persons with Alcohol or Other Addictions
Persons with HIV/AIDS and their
Families
Victims of Domestic Violence
Geographic
Areas
Citywide
Affected
Associated
Provide Decent and Affordable Housing
Goals
Provide Supportive Human Services
Administered through a contract with the 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
Description
forms of housing discrimination and landlord/tenant mediation services. The City will
actively promote services provided by the fair housing service provider at public
counters and on the City website. The City will also continue to comply with fair
housing planning requirements (Analysis of Impediments to Fair Housing Choice) and
incorporate actions into the Annual Action Plan.
Basis for
Equal housing opportunity is protected by both State and Federal laws and a
Relative
requirement for participation in the Community Development Block Grant (CDBG)
Priority
program.
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Priority Need
Name
Provide Supportive Human Services
Priority Level
High
Extremely Low
Income
Low
Moderate
Large Families
Household Type
Families with Children
Elder)
Chronic Homelessness
Individuals
Families with Children
Mentally III
Chronic Substance Abuse
Population
veterans
Persons with HIV/AIDS
Victims of Domestic Violence
Special Needs
Unaccompanied Youth
Elderly
Frail Elderly
Persons with Mental Disabilities
Persons with Physical Disabilities
Persons with Developmental Disabilities
Persons with Alcohol or Other Addictions
Persons with HIV/AIDS and their
5
Families
Victims of Domestic Violence
Geographic
Areas
Citywide
Affected
Associated
Goals
Provide Supportive Human Services
Improve supportive human services for low- and moderate -income persons in the
Description
following areas of concentration service: Health and Mental/Health, Homeless, Legal,
Senior, Disabled, Youth, Transportation, Childcare, Victims of Domestic Violence,
Substance Abuse, Neglected/Abused Children, HIV/AIDS, and Anti -Crime.
While the City has no control over the majority of the factors affecting poverty, it may
be able to assist those living below the poverty line and those with special needs. The
City supports other governmental, private, and non-profit agencies involved in
providing services to low- and moderate -income residents and coordinates efforts
with these groups where possible to allow for more efficient delivery of services. The
need for public and supportive services in the City is extensive, especially for persons
Basis for
with special needs (such as seniors, disabled, homeless, and victims of domestic
Relative
violence) as noted previously. Public and supportive service needs in the City include,
Priority
but are not limited to, the following:
• Childcare: There is a lack of affordable childcare options in the City.
• Transitional and Affordable Housing: There are no transitional housing units
located within Santa Clarita and the supply of affordable units is not sufficient
to meet the need in the community.
• Senior Services: The Senior Center's facility and services should be
expanded to meet the growing need in the community.
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Priority Need
Name
Preserve At -Risk Housing
Priority Level
Low
Extremely Low
Income
Low
Moderate
Large Families
Household Type
Families with Children
Population
Elderly
Elderly
Frail Elderly
Special Needs
Persons with Mental Disabilities
Persons with Physical Disabilities
Persons with Developmental Disabilities
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Victims of Domestic Violence
Geographic
Areas
Citywide
Affected
Associated
Goals
Provide Decent and Affordable Housing
There are currently 1,386 affordable units for lower-income family and senior
households located in the City. Within the next five years, four projects (Canyon
Description
Ridge, Valencia Villas, Park Sierra, and Canterbury Country) are at risk of losing their
subsidies and converting to market rate. City staff will work with the owners and the
Los Angeles Community Development Commission to determine if there are
opportunities to maintain the affordability of these units.
Within the next five years, four projects (Canyon Ridge, Valencia Villas, Park Sierra,
and Canterbury Country) are at risk of losing their subsidies and converting to market
Basis for
rate. However, funding needed to preserve these units may exceed the City's
Relative
financial capacity, especially with CDBG funds. Therefore, the City has assigned a
Priority
Low Priority with regarding to the use of CDBG funds for the preservation of at -risk
units. The City will pursue other State and Federal funding opportunities as primary
sources for this purpose.
Priority Need
Name
Su ort Economic Development O
PP P Opportunities
Priority Level
Low
Extremely Low
Population
Income
Low
Moderate
Geographic
Areas
Citywide
Affected
Associated
Goals
Support Economic Development Opportunities
Description
Support the economic development of the City in order to improve employment
opportunities for low- and moderate -income residents.
Basis for
Improved employment opportunities are important in reducing the number of people
Relative
living in poverty. The City of Santa Clarita is focused on creating a quality jobs -
Priority
housing balance, attracting companies in targeted industry sectors to ensure the
needs of the community and its residents are met.
Table 48 - Priority Needs Summary
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Narrative (Optional)
In establishing five-year priorities for assistance, 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. Priority needs for the expenditure of CDBG funds have
been assigned according to the following ranking:
• High Priority: Activities to address this need will be funded by the City using CDBG funds
during the five-year period.
• Low Priority: If CDBG funds are available, activities to address this need may be
funded by the City during this five-year period.
SP -30 Influence of Market Conditions - 91.215 (b)
Influence of Market Conditions
Affordable
Housing TyDe
Market Characteristics that will influence
the use of funds available for housing
The City is not an entitlement jurisdiction for HOME funds. The City receives
approximately $1 million in CDBG funds annually; however, long-term tenant -based
rental assistance is not an eligible CDBG activity. Furthermore, most of the City's
CDBG funds have already been earmarked for the repayment of several Section
108 loans. Remaining funds for housing activities are limited and are more
Tenant Based
efficiently utilized for housing rehabilitation assistance and needed public
Rental Assistance
improvements and services. As of October 2013, 205 Housing Choice Vouchers
(TBRA)
were being used within the City of Santa Clarita. This information was provided by
the Housing Authority of the County of Los Angeles. Therefore, the City does not
plan to utilize CDBG or pursue HOME funds for Tenant Based Rental Assistance
(TBRA). The City however, pians to use CDBG funds to provide short-term and
one-time rental subsidies to households who are at risk of becoming homeless due
to eviction.
The City is not an entitlement jurisdiction for HOME funds. The City receives
approximately $1 million in CDBG funds annually; however, rent subsidy is not an
eligible CDBG activity. Furthermore, most of the City's CDBG funds have already
been earmarked for the repayment of several Section 108 loans. Remaining funds
TBRA for Non-
for housing activities are limited and are more efficiently utilized for housing
Homeless Special
rehabilitation assistance and needed public improvements and services. As of
Needs
October 2013, 205 Housing Choice Vouchers were being used within the City of
Santa Clarita. This information was provided by the Housing Authority of the
County of Los Angeles. Therefore, the City does not plan to utilize CDBG or pursue
HOME funds for Tenant Based Rental Assistance (TBRA). The City however, plans
to use CDBG funds to provide short-term and one-time rental subsidies to
households who are at risk of becoming homeless due to eviction.
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Affordable
Market Characteristics that will influence
Housing Type
the use of funds available for housina type
There is a substantial need for affordable housing in Santa Clarita. However, the
City does not receive HOME funds and new construction of affordable units is not
an eligible CDBG activity. Instead the City has been utilizing other funding sources
for affordable housing development. CDBG funds may be used, however, to
provide off-site improvements in support of affordable housing development or to
assist in site acquisition. Since 2009, the City has been diligently working toward
the development of an affordable rental housing project. In 2010, Redevelopment
Agency Housing Set -Aside funds, Neighborhood Stabilization Program (NSP)
funds, and CDBG funds were invested in the acquisition of two properties for the
New Unit
future development of the affordable housing project. Unfortunately, due to the
Production
recent dissolution of Redevelopment Agencies, this project has been delayed. The
City continues to work with the developers to identify other sources of funding to
move the project forward, and recently completed the process dictated by AB1484
which has allowed the recapture of some of the housing bond proceeds lost due to
the dissolution of Redevelopment Agencies. The City is currently exploring options
for using those recaptured funds to construct an already -entitled affordable housing
development on the land acquired in 2010. In addition, the City will also continue to
encourage developers, non-profit organizations, and other interested parties to
develop new affordable units and will support applications for development funds
through the California Tax Credit Allocation Committee (CTCAC) and the State of
California.
Given the age of the City's housing stock, the number of substandard housing units
is limited, though isolated substandard conditions do exist. The City does have a
portion of its housing stock reaching or exceeding 30 years of age, and therefore
require rehabilitation and repairs. In addition, many of the City's 2,000 mobile
homes are occupied by lower-income households and many of those units suffer
from a lack of maintenance. Keeping housing affordable by providing owner -
Rehabilitation
occupied rehabilitation services is an effective way to maintain decent and
affordable housing in the community. Two programs providing minor residential
rehabilitation services will be funded by CDBG funds during the Consolidated Plan
period. The Handyworker Program and the Residential Rehabilitation Grant
Program target low- and moderate -income homeowners and provide repairs to
condominiums, mobile homes, and single-family homes, thus preserving the
affordable housing stock.
Since 2009, the City has been diligently working toward the future development of
an affordable rental housing project. In 2010, Redevelopment Agency Housing Set -
Aside funds, Neighborhood Stabilization Program (NSP) funds, and CDBG funds
were invested in the acquisition of two properties for the future development of the
affordable housing project. Unfortunately, due to the recent dissolution of
Redevelopment Agencies, this project has been delayed. The City continues to
work with the developers to identify other sources of funding to move the project
forward, and recently completed the process dictated by AB1484 which has
Acquisition,
allowed the recapture of some of the housing bond proceeds lost due to the
including
dissolution of Redevelopment Agencies. The City is currently exploring options for
preservation
using those recaptured funds to construct an already -entitled affordable housing
development on the land acquired in 2010. In addition, the City will also continue to
encourage developers, non-profit organizations, and other interested parties to
develop new affordable units and will support applications for development funds
through the California Tax Credit Allocation Committee (CTCAC) and the State of
California. There are currently 1,386 affordable units for lower-income family and
senior households located in the City. Within the next ten years, 345 affordable
units are at risk of losing their subsidies and converting to market rate. 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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Introduction
A number of housing and community development resources are currently available in the City of Santa Clarita. They include:
• Community Development Block Grant (CDBG)
• General funds
• HUD Section 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 (CaIHFA)
Anticipated Resources
Program
Source
Uses of Funds
Expected Amount Available Year 1
Expected
Amount
Available
Narrative Description
Annual
Program
Prior Year
Total:
of Funds
Allocation:
Income:
Resources:
$
Reminder of
$
$
$
ConPlan
Acquisition
Admin and
Planning
The estimated amount of CDBG
Economic
funds available over the planning
Public
Development
period is based on a 5% annual
CDBG
Federal)
Housing
1,138,090
0
292,000
1,430,090
3,861,910
reduction, rounding down toa
Public
total of $5,000,000 over five
Improvements
years, excluding funds carried
Public
over from prior years.
Services
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Explain how federal funds will leverage those additional resources (private, state and local funds), including a description
of how matching requirements will be satisfied
The City and HUD share an interest in leveraging HUD resources to the maximum extent feasible in order to deliver high-quality,
creative, and efficient housing, neighborhood improvement programs, supportive services, and economic development. In fact, HUD
regulations require cities to describe other federal, state, city or private sources, which are expected to be available during the
program year.
In 2009, the City was awarded CDBG-R funds to provide Business Improvement Grants (BIG) to local businesses and property
owners. These CDBG-R funds leverage prior investment of Redevelopment Agency funds used for streetscape improvements,
acquisition of property for the construction of the Newhall Public Library, and the acquisition of land for a future mixed use
development which may include some affordable housing units. While the CDBG-R program expired in 2012, the use of CDBG-R
funds helped spur private sector investment in the area through improved property upkeep and business expansion.
In addition, the City received Neighborhood Stabilization Program (NSP) funds in 2009 through the State Department of Housing and
Community Development (HCD). The NSP funds were leveraged with CDBG entitlement funds and former Redevelopment Agency
set-aside funds to acquire two parcels on Newhall Avenue for the development of a 30 -unit multi -family affordable rental housing
project. The City will continue to pursue opportunities to obtain additional funding which can help leverage internal resources with
federal, state, and local funding sources.
If appropriate, describe publically owned land or property located within the jurisdiction that may be used to address the
needs identified in the plan
In 2009, the City received Neighborhood Stabilization Program (NSP) funds through the State Department of Housing and
Community Development (HCD). The NSP funds were leveraged with CDBG entitlement funds and former Redevelopment Agency
set-aside funds to acquire two parcels on Newhall Avenue for the development of a 30 -unit multi -family affordable rental housing
project. A Disposition and Development Agreement (DDA) was negotiated and construction was anticipated to be approved in 2011.
However, due to the dissolution of Redevelopment Agencies, the execution of the DDA and further development of this project was
put on hold. City staff is aggressively looking for other funding sources to move this project forward and obtained technical assistance
from HUD in 2012. Since then, the City has completed all of the steps, as required by AS 1484, which has allowed the recapture of
some of the housing bond proceeds lost due to the dissolution of Redevelopment Agencies. These funds were made available on
January 1, 2014, and the City is currently exploring options for using those recaptured funds to construct an already -entitled
affordable housing development on the land acquired in 2010.
Discussion
See discussions above.
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Responsible Entity
Responsible
Entity Type
Role
Geographic Area
Served
Homelessness Prevention Services
Economic Development
X X
Legal Assistance
X X
Homelessness
X
Rental Assistance
X X
Non -Homeless Special Needs
Santa Clarita
Government
Ownership
Planning
Jurisdiction
Mobile Clinics
X X
Neighborhood Improvements
X X
Public Facilities
Public Services
Housing Authority of the
PHA
Ownership
Public Housing
Region
County of Los Angeles
Rental
Table 51 - Institutional Delivery Structure
Assess of Strengths and Gaps in the Institutional Delivery System
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, including homeless persons.
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.
The City will collaborate with regional agencies such as the Los Angeles Homeless Services
Agency (LAHSA).
Availability of services targeted to homeless persons and persons with HIV and
mainstream services
Homelessness Prevention
Services
Available in the
CommunityHomeless
Targeted to
Targeted to People
with HIV
Homelessness Prevention Services
Counseling/Advocacy
X X
Legal Assistance
X X
Mortgage Assistance
X
Rental Assistance
X X
Utilities Assistance
Street Outreach Services
Law Enforcement
X X
Mobile Clinics
X X
Other Street Outreach Services
X X
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Homelessness Prevention
Services
Available in the
Community
Targeted to
Homeless
Targeted to People
with HIV
Supportive Services
Alcohol & Drug Abuse
Child Care
X
Education
X
X
Employment and Employment
Training
X
X
Healthcare
X
X
HIV/AIDS
Life Skills
X
X
Mental Health Counseling
X
X
Transportation
X
X
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Describe how the service delivery system including, but not limited to, the services listed
above meet the needs of homeless persons (particularly chronically homeless
individuals and families, families with children, veterans and their families, and
unaccompanied youth)
The City collaborates and works closely with local organizations to continually make progress in
meeting specific objectives for reducing and ending homelessness. Specifically, the following
activities have been undertaken in recent years:
• Bridge To Home (BTH) - CDBG funds have been used to operate the Families to Home
Program. In collaboration with other local organizations, BTH identified low income
and/or homeless families, determined needs and support required, located suitable
housing, provided supportive services, and subsidized their rent. CDBG funds were used
to provide 3 months of rental subsidies to qualified persons and households. Bridge To
Home also operates the emergency winter shelter from December 1 through March 15
each year.
• Homeless Case Management and Life Skills - CDBG funds were also used to fund the
Homeless Case Management and Life Skills Program operated by Bridge To Home
(BTH) which targeted the homeless population. The program utilized a comprehensive
case management approach to address the issues which contributed to chronic
homelessness.
• Case Management - The City is aware of the need for transitional housing to prepare
individuals for stable, permanent housing. The success of transitional housing is based
on counseling and services to uncover and mitigate the barriers that led to
homelessness. Bridge To Home's Homeless Case Management and Life Skills Program
provided case management and referrals to existing transitional housing programs.
Other local supportive service agencies which also provided connections to existing
transitional housing programs include the Santa Clarita Valley Committee on Aging
(Senior Center) and the Child and Family Center.
• Regional Collaboration - The City of Santa Clarita also collaborates with the Los Angeles
Homeless Service Authority (LAHSA), a joint powers authority (JPA) of the City of Los
Angeles and County of Los Angeles, which is the lead authority to plan homeless
services throughout the region.
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Describe the strengths and gaps of the service delivery system for special needs
population and persons experiencing homelessness, including, but not limited to, the
services listed above
In 2007, 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 continues to work with a wide range of public and community social service agencies to
meet and address the various needs of the community. The City also utilizes the services of
HandsOn Santa Clarita (HOSC) (formerly named Santa Clarita Valley Resource Center or
SCVRC), a local non-profit agency. Their mission is to provide training and resources to build
the capacity of other non-profit social service organizations while cultivating connections
between volunteers, groups, and businesses to best meet the needs of the community.
The City's Human Services Office also conducts an annual process for competitive community
benefit grants to local non-profit organizations to address quality of life issues. The grants were
awarded to local non -profits to address various health and human service related issues. Many
of the Human Services programs serve low- and moderate -income residents in the community.
A Community Development staff member was part of the grants rating committee; thus,
enhancing institutional structure while ensuring the highest benefit to the community.
Provide a summary of the strategy for overcoming gaps in the institutional structure and
service delivery system for carrying out a strategy to address priority needs
The City will continue to utilize the services of HandsOn Santa Clarita (HOSC) (formerly named
Santa Clarita Valley Resource Center or SCVRC), a local non-profit agency to provide 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 HOSC by
providing rent-free space in the Santa Clarita Activity Center and administrative support from
City staff.
In addition, the City of Santa Clarita, Community Services Division has full-time 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.
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Goals Summary Information
Sort
Goal Name
Start
End
Category
Geographic
Needs Addressed
Funding
Goal Outcome Indicator
Order
Year
Year
Area
Improve, Maintain,
and Expand
Affordable Housing
Rental Units Constructed:
Provide Decent
Affordable
Planning and
CDBG:
30 Household Housing Unit
1
and Affordable
2014
2018
Housing
Administration
$7,500,000
Homeowner Housing
Housing
Promote Equal
Rehabilitated:
Housing Opportunity
325 Household Housing Unit
Preserve At -Risk
Housing
Improve and
Public Facility or Infrastructure
Improve and
Non -Housing
Expand Facilities
CDBG:
Activities other than
2
Expand Facilities
2014
2018
Community
and Infrastructure
$1'811'000
Low/Moderate Income Housing
and Infrastructure
Development
Planning and
Benefit: 15,339 Persons
Administration
Assisted
Planning and
Homeless
Administration
Public service activities other
3
Provide Supportive
2014
2018
Non -Homeless
Promote Equal
CDBG:
than Low/Moderate Income
Human Services
Special Needs
Housing Opportunity
$825,000
Housing Benefit: 2,800 Persons
Provide Supportive
Assisted
Human Services
Planning and
Support Economic
Non -Homeless
Administration
4
Development
2014
2018
Secial Needs
p
Support Economic
CDBG: $0
Not Applicable
Opportunities
Development
Opportunities
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Estimate the number of extremely low-income, low-income, and moderate -income families to whom the jurisdiction will
provide affordable housing as defined by HOME 91.315(b)(2)
The City estimates providing rehabilitation assistance to 325 housing units occupied by lower- and moderate -income households
during this Consolidated Plan period. In addition, the City is working to expand the affordable housing inventory by 30 units.
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Goal Name
Provide Decent and Affordable Housing
t
Goal
The City will increase, improve and maintain its supply of affordable housing for low- and moderate -income residents. This
Descri 'on
includes activities such as housing rehabilitation, affordable housina construction, and code enforcement.
Goal Name
Improve and Expand Facilities and Infrastructure
2
Goal
Through various capital improvement projects, the City will improve and expand infrastructure that benefits low- and moderate -
Description
income neighborhoods and residents. These may include activities such as ADA improvements and modifications to
ovemment and other community facilities.
Goal Name
Provide Supportive Human Services
3
Goal
Improve supportive human services for low -and moderate -income persons in the following areas of concentration service:
Description
Health and Mental/Health, Homeless, Legal, Senior, Disabled, Youth, Transportation, Childcare, Victims of Domestic Violence,
Substance Abuse, Neglected/Abused Children HIV/AIDS, and Anti -Crime.
Goal Name
Support Economic Development Opportunities
4
Goal
Support the economic development of the City in order to improve employment opportunities for low- and moderate -income
Description
residents.
Estimate the number of extremely low-income, low-income, and moderate -income families to whom the jurisdiction will
provide affordable housing as defined by HOME 91.315(b)(2)
The City estimates providing rehabilitation assistance to 325 housing units occupied by lower- and moderate -income households
during this Consolidated Plan period. In addition, the City is working to expand the affordable housing inventory by 30 units.
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SP -50 Public Housing Accessibility and Involvement - 91.215(c)
Need to Increase the Number of Accessible Units (if Required by a Section 504
Voluntary Compliance Agreement)
The only public housing complex in Santa Clarita is Orchard Arms, which is owned and operated
by the Housing Authority of the County of Los Angeles (HACoLA). Orchard Arms is a 183 -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.
Activities to Increase Resident Involvements
HACol-A promotes residents involvement through the Resident Councils. The role of a Resident
Council (RC) is to improve the quality of life and resident satisfaction in self-help initiatives to
enable residents to create a positive living environment for individuals and families living public
housing. Resident Councils serve as the voice of the housing communities that elect them. They
have their individual priority programs and goals depending upon the demographics, needs, and
aspirations of their communities. Role of Resident Councils include:
• Advisory Role: Act as an advisory board on matters such as; neighbor conflict,
community safety, sounding board for public housing policy issues, and to provide
feedback on legislative issues.
• Partnership Role: Act as partners with HACoLA both in intention and action to develop
mutual trust and respect to address issues and work together collaboratively and
effectively to: (1) resolve issues (2) problem solve (3) empower communities to take
action for themselves.
• Social Role: Encourage community solidarity through celebrations and parties, develop
networking systems both in and outside the housing communities, and provide valuable
service to the community through volunteerism.
• Safe Environments Role: Play a significant role in creating safe environments in their
communities; while encouraging resident participation in programs such as
neighborhood watch and safety programs.
Is the public housing agency designated as troubled under 24 CFR part 902?
No
Plan to remove the 'troubled' designation
HACol-A is not identified as a troubled agency.
SP -55 Barriers to affordable housing - 91.215(h)
Barriers to Affordable Housing
Lack of Affordable Housing Funds: The availability of funding for affordable housing has also
been severely affected by the dissolution of Redevelopment in the State of California. The
AB1x26 legislation prevented the City from using approximately $6 million dollars in
Redevelopment low/mod housing funds. Subsequent AB 1484 legislation has allowed the City
to recapture a portion of those funds. The City (acting as the Housing Successor) will use those
funds to assist in the development of the already entitled Newhall Avenue Development, which
was put on hold when AB1x26 was passed. It is unclear if additional affordable housing will be
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developed since other housing funds, including four percent and nine percent Low Income
Housing Tax Credits, HOME, CalHOME, and the Multifamily Housing Program are not sufficient
to finance an affordable housing project alone.
State Prevailing Wage Requirements: The State Department of Industrial Relations (DIR)
expanded the kinds of projects that require the payment of prevailing wages. Prevailing wage
adds to the overall cost of development.
Environmental Protection: State law (California Environmental Quality Act, California
Endangered Species Act) and federal law (National Environmental Protection Act, Federal
Endangered Species Act) regulations require environmental review of proposed discretionary
projects (e.g., subdivision maps, use permits, etc.). Costs resulting from the environmental
review process are also added to the cost of housing.
Local Residential Development Policies and Regulations: Some portions of the City are subject
to development constraints due to the presence of hillsides and ridgelines, flood potential,
seismic hazards, environmental issues, or other special circumstance. Hillsides, ridgelines, and
floodplains must be protected from over -development in order to prevent erosion, flooding,
damage from landslides, and preserve scenic views. Preservation of significant oak trees is also
defined in the General Plan as a community goal because these trees are important biological
resources. These constraints affect the development of all housing, not just affordable housing.
Planning and Development Fees: Development fees and taxes charged by local governments
also contribute to the cost of housing. Application processing fees in the City of Santa Clarita
have been established by Resolution 07-52, which was based on a fee study completed in 2004
and updated annually based on CPI (most recently in 2013).
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.
Unnecessary delays add to the cost of construction by increasing land holding costs and interest
payments. Single-family residences are subject to the approval of a Development Review
Permit. This process generally takes two to six weeks. Multi -family residences are subject to the
approval of a Development Review Permit. Multi -family residences can also be constructed in
commercial zones with the approval of a CUP. This process generally takes 2-6 weeks from
initial submittal to approval. The Conditional Use Permit generally takes around four to six
months. The City's processing times are generally faster than the City of Los Angeles and
County of Los Angeles.
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.
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Strategy to Remove or Ameliorate the Barriers to Affordable Housing
The following actions will take place during the next year to remove barriers to affordable
housing:
• Since 2009, the City has been diligently working toward the future development of an
affordable rental housing project. In 2010, Redevelopment Agency Housing Set -Aside
funds, Neighborhood Stabilization Program (NSP) funds, and CDBG funds were invested
in the acquisition of two properties for the future development of the affordable housing
project. Due to the recent dissolution of Redevelopment Agencies, this project has been
delayed. In 2014, the City was able to recapture of some of the housing bond proceeds
lost due to the dissolution of Redevelopment Agencies. The City is currently exploring
options for using those recaptured funds to construct an already -entitled affordable
housing development on the land acquired in 2010.
• Keeping housing affordable by providing owner -occupied minor rehabilitation services is
also an effective way to reduce barriers to affordable housing. A number of programs
which provide minor residential rehabilitation services will be funded by CDBG during the
Consolidated Plan period. The Handyworker Program and the Residential Rehabilitation
Grant Program target low- and moderate -income homeowners and provide repairs to
condominiums, mobile homes, and single-family homes, thus preserving the affordable
housing stock.
• In addition, the Property Rehabilitation Grant Program will continue to serve low- and
moderate -income homeowners and maintain neighborhoods by providing eligible
exterior property repairs.
• Manufactured homes represent a large percentage of the City's affordable housing stock.
The following Ordinances and Policies will continue to be in effect in FY 2014-2018 to
foster and maintain this critical resource for affordable housing:
o Manufactured Home Park Rent Adjustment Procedures Ordinance - Adopted in
1991, this City Ordinance protects manufactured home park residents from
unreasonable rent increases and provides an appeal process.
o Manufactured Home Parks - Change in Use Ordinance - Adopted in 1991, this City
ordinance establishes specific requirements for compensation to mobile home park
residents in the event of mobile home park closures.
• The City continues to follow the Housing Element of the General Plan, which is
comprised of four general affordable housing areas:
o Encouragement of affordable housing
o Maintenance of affordable housing
o Meeting the needs for affordable housing
o Provision of equal housing opportunities
• In addition, the City is in the process of updating its Analysis of Impediments to Fair
Housing Choice (AI) report. This report will identify any potential impediments to fair
housing in Santa Clarita and establish a Fair Housing Action Plan that outlines steps the
City will take to overcome these impediments.
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SP -60 Homelessness Strategy - 91.215(d)
Reaching out to homeless persons (especially unsheltered persons) and assessing their
individual needs
The Los Angeles Homeless Service Authority (LAHSA), a Joint Powers Authority (JPA), is the
lead agency in the Los Angeles Continuum of Care and coordinates funds for programs
providing shelter, housing, and services to homeless persons in Los Angeles County. LAHSA
partners with the County of Los Angeles to integrate services and housing opportunities to
ensure a wide distribution of service and housing options throughout the Los Angeles
Continuum of Care. The City of Santa Clarita is located in SPA2 and will continue to collaborate
with LAHSA and other local agencies in providing services for homeless persons.
LAHSA conducts the Greater Los Angeles Homeless Count every two years, as part of its
mission "to support, create and sustain solutions to homelessness in the City and County of Los
Angeles by providing leadership, advocacy, planning and management of program funding."
Volunteers throughout Los Angeles County mobilize to conduct a count of both sheltered and
unsheltered homeless people. Due to Los Angeles County's size and population, the Greater
Los Angeles Homeless Count is the largest in the nation. Homeless counts are "Point -In -Time"
counts over a designated period of time. Data from the count is critical to addressing the
complexities of homelessness and planning how to best invest public resources, raise public
awareness, identify the needs of homeless people and improve service delivery opportunities to
prevent and eliminate homelessness in the region.
Addressing the emergency and transitional housing needs of homeless persons
The City uses a portion of its CDBG public service dollars to provide emergency shelter and
transitional housing programs for the homeless. In addition, the City has made it a priority to
fund improvements for the City's Cold Weather Shelter. The Cold Weather Winter Shelter
operated by Bridge to Home is the only homeless shelter in the Santa Clarita Valley. It is
currently housed in modular buildings in an industrial area. The demand for the homeless
shelter and its services is out -growing the current space and a larger location is needed. Bridge
To Home leadership is currently evaluating options for a new rented location or the acquisition of
land for construction of a new shelter. Depending on the nature of the final direction, the City
may contribute CDBG entitlement funds and/or Section 108 loan funds.
Helping homeless persons (especially chronically homeless individuals and families,
families with children, veterans and their families, and unaccompanied youth) make the
transition to permanent housing and independent living, including shortening the period
of time that individuals and families experience homelessness, facilitating access for
homeless individuals and families to affordable housing units, and preventing individuals
and families who were recently homeless from becoming homeless again.
The City has collaborated with Bridge To Home in the past to provide services for homeless
persons in the jurisdiction. The agency provides a homeless case management and life -skills
program which targets the chronically homeless population. Bridge To Home created a Case
Management and Access Center which serves as a point -of -entry into services for homeless
persons. Program participants are identified and/or referred for services by the winter shelter,
community partners, local churches, and schools. Participants complete an intake and
assessment process that will be used to create individualized case plans and drive weekly case
management. Participants will also receive life skills training offered on a variety of topics and
assistance/tools needed to overcome barriers to employment. Housing and employment are
generally the most critical but health and mental health issues are also addressed. Bridge To
Home partners with other local programs as appropriate and works with emergency housing,
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transitional housing, and low-income permanent housing sources to help provide the most
appropriate housing for individual clients.
Help low-income individuals and families avoid becoming homeless, especially
extremely low-income individuals and families who are likely to become homeless after
being discharged from a publicly funded institution or system of care, or who are
receiving assistance from public and private agencies that address housing, health,
social services, employment, education or youth needs
The following projects and activities address homelessness prevention:
• Bridge To Home Program, a local non-profit agency will provide one-time financial
assistance to residents who are at -risk of homelessness due to eviction proceedings, or
move -in assistance to lower current rent to avoid eviction. Referrals are also provided to
reduce the risk of future evictions.
Seniors are at greater risk for homelessness than the general population. The City will
continue to provide a CDBG grant to the Santa Clarita Valley Committee on Aging to
provide Community Access Services. This program assists individuals over 50 years of
age with all aspects of housing. Each individual receives a comprehensive assessment
to determine housing needs. They are then provided with a wide array of housing -related
services, which help them maintain independent living in the least restrictive manner
possible.
Obtaining and maintaining stable employment is the key to preventing homelessness.
The City operates the Santa Clarita WorkSource Center in conjunction with the
Employment Development Department, College of the Canyons, and the County of Los
Angeles Community and Senior Services. The WorkSource Center provides job search
services such as workshops, computer classes, phones, fax, computers with internet
access, job leads, newspapers, and a resource library for job seekers aged 18 and
above. Employers use the WorkSource Center to recruit and advertise job openings as
well as for job fairs, bringing together top local companies and job seekers.
Through a CDBG grant to the Domestic Violence Center, the City will support a job
search assistance program with case -management to battered women. The Program will
help battered women increase their knowledge and skills in operating and understanding
computer programs. Services will include home-based computer training and internet
access, as well as instruction on Microsoft Office Suite programs; thus, helping single
mothers make the transition from unemployable to self-sustaining wage-earner. Full-time
employment is crucial for single mothers and their children at imminent risk of becoming
homeless.
SP -65 Lead based paint Hazards - 91.215(i)
Actions to address LBP hazards and increase access to housing without LBP hazards
The City has a need for lead -hazard free housing and continues to work to reduce lead -based
paint (LBP) 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
continuing to implement a program for evaluating and reducing lead hazards during repair and
renovation of older housing stock. The City distributes information warning 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.
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Additionally, the City provides housing rehabilitation through the CDBG-funded Handyworker
and Residential Rehabilitation programs. The programs aid in correcting substandard
conditions, which contribute to LBP hazards.
All applicants eligible for services through the Handyworker and Residential Rehabilitation
programs sign a Lead -Based Paint Release form certifying that they received the most updated
version of the Environmental Protection Agency's (EPA) Protect Your Family From Lead in Your
Home. When a property built before 1978 is approved for grant -funded repairs that may disturb
lead-based paint, an inspection test is ordered. When containment and/or abatement are
necessary, the homeowner is required to use a contractor certified in lead -safe work practices
by the state of California.
The City will also encourage land -owners to correct substandard conditions to minimize LBP
hazards, especially owners of units where children live. Due to the mean age of the City's
housing, homes containing lead-based paint are not believed to be a significant problem.
However, the City will continue to evaluate and reduce lead-based paint hazards through the
following actions and activities:
• Maintaining an executed Agreement with a certified consultant when lead-based paint
testing and clearance services are needed for grant -funded repairs.
• Providing information to landlords, renters, and various property management agencies
regarding the dangers of lead-based paint and appropriate mitigation strategies, as part
of the City's contract with the Fair Housing Council of the San Fernando Valley.
• Providing written information through one-on-one contact with contractors, building
inspectors, code enforcement officers, and the general public at the City's Permit Center.
The written publications available are:
Contractors, Painters, Landlords!: The "New" Renovation, Repair and Painting
Rule Applies to You!, effective April 2010.
EPA - Important Information about the new Environmental Protection Agency
Rules - Fines and Penalties (for contractors and Renovators).
How are the actions listed above related to the extent of lead poisoning and hazards?
An estimated 17,392 units (13,490 owner -occupied units and 3,902 renter -occupied units) in
Santa Clarita may contain LBP. Furthermore, approximately 24 percent of the owner -
households and 56 percent of the renter -households are low- and moderate -income. These
figures translate to 3,237 owner units and 2,185 renter units with potential LBP may be occupied
by low- and moderate -income households. Based on ACS data on household type, tenure, and
age of housing, about seven percent of owner -occupied and eight percent of renter -occupied
housing units are at risk of containing lead based paint hazards and have children
present. Santa Clarita's lead-based paint strategy targets both the owner -occupied and renter -
occupied housing units in the City that are most likely to contain lead-based paint.
How are the actions listed above integrated into housing policies and procedures?
The City considers improving and maintaining its affordable housing stock a priority.
Furthermore, the City's Community Preservation Officers provide code enforcement activities
throughout the City. The City's Community Preservation officers play a key role in the lead
based paint strategy described above.
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SP -70 Anti -Poverty Strategy - 91.2150)
Jurisdiction Goals, Programs and Policies for reducing the number of Poverty -Level
Families
While the City has no control over the majority of the factors affecting poverty, it may be able to
assist those living below the poverty line. The City supports other governmental, private, and
non-profit agencies involved in providing services to low- and moderate -income residents and
coordinates efforts with these groups where possible to allow for more efficient delivery of
services.
During the Consolidated Plan period, the City will continue to implement its strategy to help
impoverished families achieve economic independence and self-sufficiency. The City's anti-
poverty strategy utilizes existing County job training and social service programs to increase
employment marketability, household income, and housing options. The City will allocate up to
15 percent of its CDBG funds annually to public service agencies that offer supportive services
in the fight against poverty. Other special community benefit needs are also addressed through
the Community Services Grant Program which provides funding to various local agencies.
Improved employment opportunities are important in reducing the number of people living in
poverty. The City addresses this issue by increasing resident's employability through training,
and increasing the number of higher paying local jobs. The City operates the Santa Clarita
WorkSource Center in conjunction with the Employment Development Department, College of
the Canyons, and the County of Los Angeles Community and Senior Services. The WorkSource
Center provides job search services such as workshops, computer classes, phones, fax,
computers with internet access, job leads, newspapers, and a resource library for job seekers
aged 18 and above. Employers use the WorkSource Center to recruit and advertise job
openings as well as for job fairs, bringing together top local companies and job seekers.
During the Consolidated Plan period, the City's Economic Development Division will continue its
efforts to aid in the economic growth of the City by fostering and encouraging responsible
economic development opportunities that result in:
1. A jobs/housing balance established through quality employment opportunities for
residents;
2. An economic base through increased sales tax generation; and
3. Economic wealth by attracting external monies to the local economy.
Specifically, four targeted industries have been identified where there is a foundation of
businesses in Santa Clarita currently and where there are opportunities for growth. These
industries include biomedical, aerospace, technology, and film/entertainment. These business
clusters offer a variety of high -paying, high -skilled jobs, which can be accessed either through
traditional educational routes or through on-the-job training and apprenticeship programs.
As part of the Santa Clarita Economic Growth Program, an extension of the 21 -Point Business
Plan for Progress created in 2009 also continues to enhance local business partnerships,
encourage quality job creation in Santa Clarita, develop marketing programs to bolster retail
spending, and attract external dollars to the community.
How are the Jurisdiction poverty reducing goals, programs, and policies coordinated
with this affordable housing plan
The City will allocate up to 15 percent of its CDBG funds annually to public service agencies that
offer supportive services in the fight against poverty. Many of these agencies also provide
assistance with securing affordable housing.
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SP -80 Monitoring - 91.230
Describe the standards and procedures that the jurisdiction will use to monitor activities
carried out in furtherance of the plan and will use to ensure long-term compliance with
requirements of the programs involved, including minority business outreach and the
comprehensive planning requirements
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 will receive
on-going training and supervision by staff experienced in CDBG regulations and program
administration.
For CDBG-funded projects/activities, internal auditing, annual 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.
The City places strong emphasis on establishing frequent contact with the various subrecipients
in the Santa Clarita Valley that provide CDBG-funded services to City residents. Each
subrecipient enters into a City contract which clearly defines City and HUD requirements.
Reports are required from each subrecipient monthly or quarterly, and invoices are not paid
without thorough staff review of submitted reports.
All CDBG subrecipients are also subject to either a desk review or on-site monitoring visits, as
determined by program staff, based on past performance. All new programs will automatically
be subject to an on-site monitoring visit. On-site monitoring visits include examination of source
files and back-up documents to ensure thoroughness, accuracy, and compliance with HUD
regulations. Should any significant problems be discovered, further 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. On-site monitoring visits will
be reported in detail in the 2013-2014 CAPER. When staff determined that on-site monitoring
visits are not necessary, a desk monitoring for that program/activity will be conducted outlining
performance and reporting standards. Desk monitoring documentation will be sent to the
subrecipient and a copy will be kept in the project file.
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 Department Budget Officer.
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Expected Resources
AP -15 Expected Resources - 91.220(c)(1,2)
Introduction
A number of housing and community development resources are currently available in the City of Santa Clarita. They include:
• Community Development Block Grant (CDBG)
• General funds
• HUD Section 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 (CaIHFA)
Anticipated Resources
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acted
Amount
Available Year
1
Expected
Amount
Program
Source of
Uses of Funds
Annual
Program
Prior Year
Total:
Available
Reminder
Narrative Description
Funds
Allocation:
Income:
Resources:
$
of
$
$
$
ConPlan
Acquisition
Admin and
Planning
The estimated amount of CDBG funds
Economic
available over the planning period is
CDBG
Public
Development
1,138,090
0
292,000
1,430,090
3,861,910
based on a 5% annual reduction,
Federal l
Housing
rounding down to a total of $5,000,000
Public
over five years, excluding funds carried
Improvements
over from prior years.
Public Services
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Explain how federal funds will leverage those additional resources (private, state and local funds), including a description
of how matching requirements will be satisfied
The City and HUD share an interest in leveraging HUD resources to the maximum extent feasible in order to deliver high-quality,
creative, and efficient housing, neighborhood improvement programs, supportive services, and economic development. In fact, HUD
regulations require cities to describe other federal, state, city or private sources, which are expected to be available during the
program year.
In 2009, the City was awarded CDBG-R funds to provide Business Improvement Grants (BIG) to local businesses and property
owners. These CDBG-R funds leverage prior investment of Redevelopment Agency funds used for streetscape improvements,
acquisition of property for the construction of the Newhall Public Library, and the acquisition of land for a future mixed use
development which may include some affordable housing units. While the CDBG-R program expired in 2012, the use of CDBG-R
funds helped spur private sector investment in the area through improved property upkeep and business expansion.
In addition, the City received Neighborhood Stabilization Program (NSP) funds in 2009 through the State Department of Housing and
Community Development (HCD). The NSP funds were leveraged with CDBG entitlement funds and former Redevelopment Agency
set-aside funds to acquire two parcels on Newhall Avenue for the development of a 30 -unit multi -family affordable rental housing
project. The City will continue to pursue opportunities to obtain additional funding which can help leverage internal resources with
federal, state, and local funding sources.
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If appropriate, describe publically owned land or property located within the jurisdiction
that may be used to address the needs identified in the plan
In 2009, the City received Neighborhood Stabilization Program (NSP) funds through the State
Department of Housing and Community Development (HCD). The NSP funds were leveraged
with CDBG entitlement funds and former Redevelopment Agency set-aside funds to acquire two
parcels on Newhall Avenue for the development of a 30 -unit multi -family affordable rental
housing project. A Disposition and Development Agreement (DDA) was negotiated and
construction was anticipated to begin in 2011. However, due to the dissolution of
Redevelopment Agencies, further development of this project was put on hold. City staff is
aggressively looking for other funding sources to move this project forward and obtained
technical assistance from HUD in 2012. Since then, the City has completed all of the steps, as
required by AB 1484, that will lead to the recapture of $5.05 million in housing bond proceeds.
These funds were made available on January 1, 2014, and the City is currently exploring options
for using those recaptured funds to construct the already -entitled Newhall Avenue affordable
housing development on the land acquired in 2010.
Discussion
See discussions above.
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Annual Goals and Objectives
AP -20 Annual Goals and Objectives
Goals Summary Information
Sort
Omer
Goal Name
Start
Year
End
Year
Category
Geographic
Area
Needs Addressed
Funding
Goal Outcome Indicator
Improve, Maintain,
and Expand
Affordable Housing
Provide Decent
Affordable
Planning and
Homeowner Housing
1
and Affordable
2014
2018
Housing
Administration
CDBG: $419,476
Rehabilitated: 65 Household
Housing
Promote Equal
Housing Unit
Housing Opportunity
Preserve At -Risk
Housing
Improve and Expand
Public Facility or
Improve and
Non -Housing
Facilities and
Infrastructure Activities other
2
Expand Facilities
2014
2018
Community
Infrastructure
CDBG: $611,340
than Low/Moderate Income
and Infrastructure
Development
Planning and
Housing Benefit: 15,339
Administration
Persons Assisted
Public service activities other
Homeless
Promote Equal
than Low/Moderate Income
3
Provide Supportive
2014
2018
Non -Homeless
Housing Opportunity
CDBG: $169,746
Housing Benefit: 981
Human Services
Special Needs
Provide Supportive
Persons Assisted
Human Services
Homeless Prevention: 24
Persons Assisted
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Goal Name
Provide Decent and Affordable Housing
1
Goal
For FY 2014-15, CDBG funds will be used to support residential rehabilitation activities
Description
for low- and moderate -income homeowners.
Goal Name
Improve and Expand Facilities and Infrastructure
For FY 2014-15, the City intends to pursue a variety of public improvement projects,
2
Goal
including ADA improvements to City Hall, crosswalk improvements citywide, sidewalk
Description
access improvements citywide, and off-site improvements for the Newhall Avenue
Development. The City will also use CDBG funds to pay its scheduled Section 108
loan pa ments.
Goal Name
Provide Supportive Human Services
3
Goal
For FY 2014-15, the City intends to support services for seniors, families, veterans,
Descri 'onpersons
with disabilities, homeless persons, victims of domestic violence, and youth.
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Introduction
This plan outlines the action steps that the City of Santa Clarita will use to address housing and
community development needs in the City. The plan includes a listing of activities that the City
will undertake during FY 2014-2015 (July 1, 2014 through June 30, 2015) that utilize CDBG
funds. For FY 2014-15, the City has a CDBG allocation of $1,138,090, along with $292,000
unprogrammed funds from prior years.
Projects
#
Project Name
1
CDBG Administration
2
Residential Rehabilitation Program
3
Residential Rehabilitation Program Administration
4
Handyworker Program (Santa Clarita Valley Committee on Aging Senior Center)
5
ADA Improvements
6
Cross -walk Improvements
7
Sidewalk Access (Curb Cuts) Improvements
8
Off -Site Improvements
9
Community Access Services Program (Santa Clarita Valley Committee on Aging Senior Center)
10
Special Children of the Valley -Project SCV (Carousel Ranch)
11
Special Veterans of the Valley -Project SW (Carousel Ranch)
12
Affordable Housing Program (Bridge To Home)
13
Homeless Case Management (Bridge To Home)
14
Case Management (Domestic Violence Center)
15
Early Childhood Services/Mental Health Counseling (Child and Family Center)
16
Youth Sports Program
17
Section 108 Loan Payments
cable 56 - Project Information
Describe the reasons for allocation priorities and any obstacles to addressing
underserved needs
For FY 2014-2015, the City has a CDBG budget of $1,430,090, inclusive of $292,000
unprogrammed funds from prior years. Santa Clarita estimates allocating approximately 25
percent of its allocation to debt service projects that provided public infrastructure improvements
within the target low- and moderate -income areas. Twenty percent of the City's allocation is
reserved for administration costs and 15 percent is set aside for public services.
One of the greatest challenges in meeting the underserved needs of low- and moderate -income
persons is having limited financial resources. The City will continue to use CDBG funding to
support public service agencies that address the special needs of the underserved, including the
homeless, those at risk of homelessness, youth, seniors, female -headed households, victims of
domestic violence, and the disabled. The City also proactively seeks additional resources to
better meet the underserved needs.
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Project Summary Information
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Project Name
CDBG Administration
Target Area
Not Applicable
Provide Decent and Affordable Housing
Goals Supported
Improve and Expand Facilities and Infrastructure
Provide Supportive Human Services
Needs Addressed
Planning and Administration
Funding
CDBG: $207,618
Description
CDBG Administration
1
Target Date
6/30/2015
Estimate the number
and type of families
Not Applicable
that will benefit from
the proposed activities
Location Description
Citywide
Funds are used for general management, monitoring, and oversight of the
Planned Activities
CDBG Program. In addition to general management activities, staff
respond to citizen inquiries, and facilitates the services of local non-profit
agencies.
Project Name
Residential Rehabilitation Program
Target Area
Not Applicable
Goals Supported
Provide Decent and Affordable Housing
Needs Addressed
Improve, Maintain, and Expand Affordable Housing
Funding
CDBG: $100,000
Description
This program provides assistance in the form of grants up to $5,000 to
lower-income homeowners.
Target Date
6/30/2015
2
Estimate the number
and type of families
that will benefit from
This activity will benefit 18 lower-income owner -households.
the proposed activities
Location Description
Citywide
Repairs/replacements may include, but are not limited to: roofs, windows,
floors, walls, doors, heating and air conditioning units, and electrical
Planned Activities
systems. Exterior painting, safety issues, disabled accessibility, and
municipal code violations may also be addressed. All qualified applicants
are notified of lead-based paint hazards, and remediation is provided
where necessary.
Project Name
Residential Rehabilitation Program Administration
Target Area
Not Applicable
Goals Supported
Provide Decent and Affordable Housing
3
Needs Addressed
Improve, Maintain, and Expand Affordable Housing
Planning and Administration
Funding
CDBG: $27,476
Description
Funds will provide administrative costs directly associated with the City's
Residential Rehabilitation Grant Program.
Target Date
6/30/2015
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Estimate the number
and type of families
Not Applicable
that will benefit from
the proposed activities
Location Description
Not Applicable
Planned Activities
Administration of the City's Residential Rehabilitation Program.
Project Name
Handyworker Program (Santa Clarita Valley Committee on Aging Senior
Center
Target Area
Not Applicable
Goals Supported
Provide Decent and Affordable Housing
Needs Addressed
Improve, Maintain, and Expand Affordable Housing
Funding
CDBG: $200,000
Administered by the Santa Clarita Valley Committee on Aging, this program
Description
will program will provide grants up to $2,500 per household for minor home
repairs for lower-income homeowners.
4
Target Date
6/30/2015
Estimate the number
and type of families
that will benefit from
This activity will benefit 47 lower-income senior owner -households.
the proposed activities
Location Description
Citywide
Repairs/replacements may include, but are not limited to: roofs, windows,
floors, walls, doors, heating and air conditioning units, and electrical
Planned Activities
systems. Safety related issues and disabled accessibility are also provided
as needed. All qualified applicants are notified of lead-based paint hazards,
and remediation is provided where necessary.
Project Name
ADA Improvements
Target Area
Not Applicable
Goals Supported
Improve and Expand Facilities and Infrastructure
Needs Addressed
Improve and Expand Facilities and Infrastructure
Funding
CDBG: $110,005
Description
Improvements to Santa Clarita City Hall to make the facility ADA compliant.
5
Target Date
6/30/2015
Estimate the number
and type of families
that will benefit from
This activity will benefit all persons with disabilities residing in the City.
the proposed activities
Location Description
City Hall
Planned Activities
Planned improvements to the facility include bathroom modifications, door
and entryway modifications, and signage modifications.
Project Name
Cross -walk Improvements
Target Area
Not Applicable
Goals Supported
Improve and Expand Facilities and Infrastructure
6
Needs Addressed
Improve and Expand Facilities and Infrastructure
Funding
CDBG: $100,000
Description
Modifications to pedestrian cross -walks throughout the City in order to
create a safer path of travel, especially for the disabled and elderly.
Target Date
6/30/2015
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Estimate the number
and type of families
that will benefit from
This activity will benefit all persons with disabilities in the City.
the proposed activities
Location Description
Citywide
Planned Activities
There are 33 medians noses which encroach into pedestrian cross -walks
that will need to be modified throughout the City.
Project Name
Sidewalk Access (Curb Cuts) Improvements
Target Area
Not Applicable
Goals Supported
Improve and Expand Facilities and Infrastructure
Needs Addressed
Improve and Expand Facilities and Infrastructure
Funding
CDBG: $100,000
Description
Installation of ADA compliant curb cuts at various sidewalk corners
throw howl the Ci
7
Target Date
6/30/2015
Estimate the number
and type of families
that will benefit from
This activity will benefit all persons with disabilities in the City.
the proposed activities
Location Description
Citywide
There are 746 sidewalk comers throughout the City which do not have ADA
Planned Activities
compliance curb -cut ramps. This level of funding is anticipated to provide
ADA compliant curb -cut ramps at approximately 20 of these comers.
Project Name
Off -Site Improvements for Newhall Avenue Development
Target Area
Not Applicable
Goals Supported
Provide Decent and Affordable Housing
Improve and Expand Facilities and Infrastructure
Needs Addressed
Improve, Maintain, and Expand Affordable Housing
Im rove and Ex and Facilities and Infrastructure
Funding
CDBG: $92,000
Description
Off-site improvements which will support the construction of the Newhall
$
Avenue Developmant a 30 unit affordable family apartment complex).
Target Date
6/30/2015
Estimate the number
and type of families
that will benefit from
This activity will benefit 30 low-income households.
the proposed activities
Location Description
Newhall Avenue Development
Off-site improvements may include a bus stop, necessary realignment of
Planned Activities
utilities, or additional amenities for the development such as a community
arden or childcare center on an ad'acent parcel.
Project Name
Community Access Services Program (Santa Clarita Valley Committee on
A in Senior Center
Target Area
Not Applicable
Goals Supported
Provide Supportive Human Services
9
Needs Addressed
Provide Supportive Human Services
Funding
CDBG: $53,900
This program provides a nutritionally balanced meal program, care
Description
management, housing referrals, financial benefits counseling, assistance
with forms and documents, and supportive services assessments.
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Target Date
6/30/2015
Estimate the number
and type of families
This activity will benefit 350 low- and moderate -income persons over 50
that will benefit from
years of age.
the proposed activities
Location Description
Citywide
This program provides care management, comprehensive housing needs,
and supportive services assessments. Eligible individuals and their families
are advised on the least restrictive housing alternatives, referra Is are
Planned Activities
provided, and the application process for subsidized housing is facilitated
by staff when needed. Staff also provides advocacy services for eligible
participants with governmental agencies, private and public assisted living
facilities, and landlords. Consumer education seminars are conducted and
financial and benefits counseling are also available.
Project Name
Special Children of the Valley -Project SCV (Carousel Ranch)
Target Area
Not Applicable
Goals Supported
Provide Supportive Human Services
Needs Addressed
Provide Supportive Human Services
Funding
CDBG: $10,496
This program provides scholarships to children/adults with special needs
Description
for equestrian therapy --a unique service in which disabled children and
adults participate in specially designed horseback riding therapy lessons to
improve attentions an, behavior, social skills, balance and coordination.
10
Target Date
6/30/2015
Estimate the number
and type of families
This activity will benefit 11 low- and moderate -income persons with
that will benefit from
disabilities.
the proposed activities
Location Description
Citywide
Provide equestrian therapy services to low- and moderate -income disabled
children and adults, improving vertical and horizontal balance, muscle tone,
Planned Activities
and motor coordination. This program also yields social and psychological
benefits such as decreased isolation, effective communication, and
improved self-esteem to those who would not otherwise be able to
participate due to lack of funding orsponsorship.
Project Name
Special Veterans of the Valley -Project SW (Carousel Ranch)
Target Area
Not Applicable
Goals Supported
Provide Supportive Human Services
Needs Addressed
Provide Supportive Human Services
Funding
CDBG: $7,350
This program provides scholarships to veterans for equestrian therapy
11
Description
services --a unique service in which disabled veterans participate in
specially designed horseback riding therapy lessons to improve attention
span, behavior, social skills, balance, and coordination.
Target Date
6/30/2015
Estimate the number
and type of families
that will benefit from
This activity will benefit five disabled veterans.
the proposed activities
Location Description
Citywide
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Provide equestrian therapy services to disabled veterans, improving
Planned Activities
vertical and horizontal balance, muscle tone, and motor coordination. This
program also yields social and psychological benefits such as decreased
isolation, effective communication, and improved self-esteem.
Project Name
Affordable Housing Program (Bridge To Home)
Target Area
Not Applicable
Goals Supported
Provide Supportive Human Services
Needs Addressed
Provide Supportive Human Services
Funding
CDBG: $29,400
This program provides short-term rental subsidies for up to three months,
Description
one-time financial assistance to prevent eviction, and move -in assistance
to homeless families or families at risk of homelessness.
12
Target Date
6/30/2015
Estimate the number
and type of families
This activity will benefit 24 homeless persons or persons at risk of
that will benefit from
homelessness.
the proposed activities
Location Description
Citywide
Provide rental subsidies, short-term assistance to prevent eviction, one -
Planned Activities
time rent assistance, and case management services and supervision to
help homeless families find permanent, stable and affordable housing.
Project Name
Homeless Case Management (Bridge To Home)
Target Area
Not Applicable
Goals Supported
Provide Supportive Human Services
Needs Addressed
Provide Supportive Human Services
Funding
CDBG: $29,400
This program will provide homeless families and individuals with case
Description
management, life -skills training, and job search assistance to help secure
housing and em Io ment.
13
Target Date
6/30/2015
Estimate the number
and type of families
that will benefit from
This activity will benefit 430 homeless persons.
the proposed activities
Location Description
Citywide
Provide homeless families and individuals with case management, life -
Planned Activities
skills training, and job search assistance to help secure housing and
em Io ment.
Project Name
Case Management (Domestic Violence Center)
Target Area
Not Applicable
Goals Supported
Provide Supportive Human Services
Needs Addressed
Provide Supportive Human Services
14
Funding
CDBG: $11,760
This program provides case management and life skills training for battered
Description
women. Services include English classes, parenting classes, development
of skills necessa to find employment, and job search assistance.
Target Date
6/30/2015
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Estimate the number
and type of families
that will benefit from
the proposed activities
This program will benefit 60 lower- and moderate -income victims of
domestic violence.
Location Description
Citywide
Planned Activities
Provide case management and life -skills training for battered women with
English classes, parenting classes, developing skills necessary to find
em Io ment, and providing job search assistance.
Project Name
Early Childhood Services/Mental Health Counseling (Child and Family
Center
Target Area
Not Applicable
Goals Supported
Provide Supportive Human Services
Needs Addressed
Provide Supportive Human Services
Funding
CDBG: $17,640
15
Description
This program provides early childhood social, emotional and behavioral
development services and mental health counseling for families.
Target Date
6/30/2015
Estimate the number
and type of families
that will benefit from
the proposed activities
This activity will benefit 50 lower- and moderate -income persons.
Location Description
Citywide
Planned Activities
Provide early childhood social -emotional and behavioral development
services and mental health counseling for families.
Project Name
Youth Sports Program
Target Area
Not Applicable
Goals Supported
Provide Supportive Human Services
Needs Addressed
Provide Supportive Human Services
Funding
CDBG: $9,800
16
Description
This program provides scholarships to lower-income youth in order to
provide them with alternative opportunities to participate in consistent
recreational activities through a youth sports program.
Target Date
6/30/2015
Estimate the number
and type of families
that will benefit from
the proposed activities
This activity will benefit 75 lower- and moderate -income youth.
Location Description
Citywide
Planned Activities
Funds will be used to provide alternative opportunities for youth to have
consistent recreational activities through a youth sports program.
Project Name
Section 108 Loan Payments
Target Area
Not Applicable
17
Goals Supported
Improve and Expand Facilities and Infrastructure
Needs Addressed
Improve and Expand Facilities and Infrastructure
Funding
CDBG: $301,335
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These funds provide debt service on three Section 108 loans previously
taken out by the City to provide critical improvements to infrastructure and
various public facilities around the City. Boys and Girls Club: This Section
108 loan was taken to provide partial funding for a youth center in one of
the poorest neighborhoods in Santa Clarita (Census Tract 92036). The
project was leveraged with funds from the William S. Hart School District,
City general funds, and CDBG Entitlement funds, and provides computer
Description
labs, meeting rooms, and after-school activity space for low- and moderate -
income youth. East Newhall Project: This Section 108 loan was taken to
improve infrastructure in the east Newhall area of Santa Clarita (Census
Tract 92035). Work was completed in fiscal year 2000-2001 with CDBG
funds and included improvements to curbs, gutters, sidewalks, and
drainage. Lower Scherzinger Lane: This Section 108 loan was taken to
improve infrastructure in the Canyon Country area of Santa Clarita (Census
tract 92038). Work began in fiscal year 2003-2004 and included
improvements to curbs, gutters, sidewalks, and drainage.
Target Date
6/30/2015
Estimate the number
and type of families
n/a
that will benefit from
the proposed activities
Location Description
Census Tracts: 92036, 92035, and 92038
The Boys and Girls Club project provided partial funding for a youth center.
Planned Activities
The East Newhall and Lower Scherzinger Lane projects included
im rovements to curbs, gutters, sidewalks, and drainage.
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AP -50 Geographic Distribution - 91.220(f)
Description of the geographic areas of the entitlement (including areas of low-income
and minority concentration) where assistance will be directed
The City has not established targeted neighborhoods for investment of CDBG funds. The
geographic distribution of Santa Clarita's proposed projects for FY 2014-2015 are as follows:
• Housing programs funded with CDBG funds are available to low- and moderate -income
persons on a city-wide basis.
• Supportive services are available city-wide to low- and moderate -income residents and
persons with special needs.
• Debt Service is paid for Section 108 loan -funded public improvement projects which are
located in the City's low- and moderate -income areas (See map in Appendix).
• Fair housing services are available on a city-wide basis.
Geographic Distribution
Target Area Percentage of Funds
Not Applicable
Table 57 - Geographic Distribution
Rationale for the priorities for allocating investments geographically
The Priority Needs identified in the City's FY 2014 - FY 2018 Consolidated Plan form the basis
for allocating investments geographically within the jurisdiction during FY 2014-2015. The
established priorities are:
High Priority
• Improve, Maintain, and Expand Affordable Housing
• Improve and Expand Facilities and Infrastructure
• Planning and Administration
• Promote Equal Housing Opportunity
• Provide Supportive Human Services
Low Priority
• Preserve At -Risk Housing
• Support Economic Development Opportunities
Discussion
See discussion above.
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Affordable Housing
AP -55 Affordable Housing - 91.220(g)
Introduction
The City plans to utilize CDBG funds to support a number of authorized housing activities,
including the Residential Rehabilitation Grant Program and Handyworker Program. These
activities are expected to provide rehabilitation assistance to 65 households. In addition, CDBG
funds have been allocated to provide infrastructure improvements in support of a 30 -unit
affordable housing project, although construction of this project may not occur within this fiscal
year.
One Year Goals for the Number of Households to be Supported
Homeless
0
Non -Homeless
20
Special -Needs
45
Total
65
Table 58 - One Year Goals for Affordable Housing by Support Requirement
One Year Goals for the Number of Households Supported
Through
Rental Assistance
0
The Production of New Units
0
Rehab of Existing Units
65
Acquisition of Existing Units
0
Total
65
Table 59 - One Year Goals for Affordable Housing by Support Type
Discussion
See discussion above.
AP -60 Public Housing - 91.220(h)
Introduction
The only public housing complex in Santa Clarita is Orchard Arms, which is owned and operated
by the Housing Authority of the County of Los Angeles (HACoLA).
Actions planned during the next year to address the needs to public housing
Orchard Arms is a 183 -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.
Actions to encourage public housing residents to become more involved in management
and participate in homeownership
HACoLA encourages the participation of public housing residents through Resident Councils.
The role of a Resident Council (RC) is to improve the quality of life and resident satisfaction in
self-help initiatives to enable residents to create a positive living environment for individuals and
families living in public housing. Oxnard Arms has an active Resident Council.
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If the PHA is designated as troubled, describe the manner in which financial assistance
will be provided or other assistance
The Housing Authority of Los Angeles County (HACoLA) has officially achieved "High
Performer" status under HUD's Section 8 Management Assessment Program (SEMAP);
therefore, is not designated as a "troubled" agency. Units are inspected, repaired, and
maintained on a regular basis.
Discussion
See discussion above.
AP -65 Homeless and Other Special Needs Activities - 91.220(i)
Introduction
The Los Angeles Homeless Service Authority (LAHSA), a Joint Powers Authority (JPA), is the
lead agency in the Los Angeles Continuum of Care and coordinates funds for programs
providing shelter, housing, and services to homeless persons in Los Angeles County. LAHSA
partners with the County of Los Angeles to integrate services and housing opportunities to
ensure a wide distribution of service and housing options throughout the Los Angeles
Continuum of Care. The City of Santa Clarita is located in SPA2 and will continue to collaborate
with LAHSA and other local agencies in providing services for homeless persons.
Describe the jurisdictions one-year goals and actions for reducing and ending
homelessness including
Reaching out to homeless persons (especially unsheltered persons) and assessing their
individual needs
The City uses CDBG funds to support various programs aimed at assisting different segments of
the population at risk of homelessness. For FY 2014-2015, the City has allocated $58,800 to
Bridge To Home, an organization that administers two programs which address homeless needs
and/or homelessness prevention within the City:
• Homeless Case Management - This program provides individuals and families with
access to the services, life -skills, and resources they need to secure and retain
permanent housing.
• Affordable Housing Program - This program provides rental subsidies, short-term
assistance to prevent eviction, one-time rent assistance, and case management
services, and case management supervision to help establish permanent, stable and
affordable housing.
Addressing the emergency shelter and transitional housing needs of homeless persons
If funds are available, the City has made it a priority to fund improvements for the City's Cold
Weather Shelter. The Cold Weather Winter Shelter operated by Bridge to Home is the only
homeless shelter in the Santa Clarita Valley. It is currently housed in modular buildings in an
industrial area. The demand for the homeless shelter and its services is out -growing the current
space and a larger location is needed. Bridge To Home staff is currently evaluating options for a
new rented location or the acquisition of land for construction of a new shelter. Depending on
the nature of the final direction, the City may contribute CDBG entitlement funds and/or Section
108 loan funds.
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Helping homeless persons (especially chronically homeless individuals and families,
families with children, veterans and their families, and unaccompanied youth) make the
transition to permanent housing and independent living, including shortening the period
of time that individuals and families experience homelessness, facilitating access for
homeless individuals and families to affordable housing units, and preventing individuals
and families who were recently homeless from becoming homeless again
The City has collaborated with Bridge To Home in the past to provide services for homeless
persons in the jurisdiction. The agency provides a homeless case management and life -skills
program which targets the chronically homeless population. Bridge To Home created a Case
Management and Access Center which serves as a point -of -entry into services for homeless
persons. Program participants are identified and/or referred for services by the winter shelter,
community partners, local churches, and schools. Participants complete an intake and
assessment process that will be used to create individualized case plans and drive weekly case
management. Participants will also receive life skills training offered on a variety of topics and
assistance/tools needed to overcome barriers to employment. Housing and employment are
generally the most critical but health and mental health issues are also addressed. Bridge To
Home partners with other local programs as appropriate and works with emergency housing,
transitional housing, and low-income permanent housing sources to help provide the most
appropriate housing for individual clients.
Helping low-income individuals and families avoid becoming homeless, especially
extremely low-income individuals and families and those who are: being discharged
from publicly funded institutions and systems of care (such as health care facilities,
mental health facilities, foster care and other youth facilities, and corrections programs
and institutions); or, receiving assistance from public or private agencies that address
housing, health, social services, employment, education, or youth needs
The following projects and activities address homelessness prevention
• Bridge To Home Program, a local non-profit agency will provide one-time financial
assistance to residents who are at -risk of homelessness due to eviction proceedings, or
move -in assistance to lower current rent to avoid eviction. Referrals are also provided to
reduce the risk of future evictions.
Seniors are at greater risk for homelessness than the general population. The City will
continue to provide a CDBG grant to the Santa Clarita Valley Committee on Aging to
provide Community Access Services. This program assists individuals over 50 years of
age with all aspects of housing. Each individual receives a comprehensive assessment
to determine housing needs. They are then provided with a wide array of housing -related
services, which help them maintain independent living in the least restrictive manner
possible.
Obtaining and maintaining stable employment is the key to preventing homelessness.
The City operates the Santa Clarita WorkSource Center in conjunction with the
Employment Development Department, College of the Canyons, and the County of Los
Angeles Community and Senior Services. The WorkSource Center provides job search
services such as workshops, computer classes, phones, fax, computers with internet
access, job leads, newspapers, and a resource library for job seekers aged 18 and
above. Employers use the WorkSource Center to recruit and advertise job openings as
well as for job fairs, bringing together top local companies and job seekers.
• Through a CDBG grant to the Domestic Violence Center the City will support a job
search assistance program with case -management to battered women. The Program will
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help battered women increase their knowledge and skills in operating and understanding
computer programs. Services will include home-based computer training and internet
access, as well as instruction on Microsoft Office Suite programs; thus, helping single
mothers make the transition from unemployable to self-sustaining wage-earner. Full-time
employment is crucial for single mothers and their children at imminent risk of becoming
homeless.
The City of Santa Clarita does not have a formalized Discharge Coordination Policy in place at
this time. However, Bridge To Home acts as the liaison and referral agency for both the City and
Los Angeles County when the need for discharge coordination arises. In 2014-2015, the City will
strategize and identify changes to be made in this area.
AP -75 Barriers to affordable housing - 91.2200)
Introduction:
Lack of Affordable Housing Funds: One of the largest barriers to affordable housing in the City is
the lack of affordable units. While all segments of the low- and moderate -income population
need more affordable housing, the greatest need is affordable units for families. The availability
of funding for affordable housing has also been severely affected by the dissolution of
Redevelopment in the State of California. The AB1x26 legislation and subsequent AB 1484
legislation have prevented the City from using approximate $6 million dollars in Redevelopment
low/mod housing funds. It is unclear if or when the City (acting as the Housing Successor) will
regain control of the low/mod housing funds. Other housing funds, including four percent and
nine percent Low Income Housing Tax Credits, HOME, CalHOME, and the Multifamily Housing
Program are not sufficient to finance an affordable housing project alone.
State Prevailing Wage Requirements: The State Department of Industrial Relations (DIR)
expanded the kinds of projects that require the payment of prevailing wages. Prevailing wage
adds to the overall cost of development.
Environmental Protection: State law (California Environmental Quality Act, California
Endangered Species Act) and federal law (National Environmental Protection Act, Federal
Endangered Species Act) regulations require environmental review of proposed discretionary
projects (e.g., subdivision maps, use permits, etc.). Costs resulting from the environmental
review process are also added to the cost of housing.
Local Residential Development Policies and Regulations: Some portions of the City are subject
to development constraints due to the presence of hillsides and ridgelines, flood potential,
seismic hazards, environmental issues, or other special circumstance. Hillsides, ridgelines, and
floodplains must be protected from over -development in order to prevent erosion, flooding,
damage from landslides, and preserve scenic views. Preservation of significant oak trees is also
defined in the General Plan as a community goal because these trees are important biological
resources. In addition, Downtown Newhall has been identified as a significant historical resource
area because of the large number of historic buildings and sites within this district.
Planning and Development Fees: Development fees and taxes charged by local governments
also contribute to the cost of housing. Application processing fees in the City of Santa Clarita
have been established by Resolution 07-52, which was based on a fee study completed in 2004
and updated annually based on CPI (most recently in 2013).
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.
Unnecessary delays add to the cost of construction by increasing land holding costs and interest
payments. Single-family residences are subject to the approval of a Development Review
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Permit. This process generally takes two to six weeks. Multi -family residences are subject to the
approval of a Development Review Permit. Multi -family residences can also be constructed in
commercial zones with the approval of a CUP. This process generally takes two to six weeks
from initial submittal to approval. The Conditional Use Permit generally takes around four to six
months.
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.
Actions it planned to remove or ameliorate the negative effects of public policies that
serve as barriers to affordable housing such as land use controls, tax policies affecting
land, zoning ordinances, building codes, fees and charges, growth limitations, and
policies affecting the return on residential investment
The following actions will take place during FY 2014-2015 to remove barriers to affordable
housing:
• Since 2009, the City has been diligently working toward the future development of an
affordable rental housing project. Between 2009 and 2011 former Redevelopment
Agency Housing Set -Aside funds, Neighborhood Stabilization Program (NSP) funds, and
CDBG funds were invested in the acquisition of two properties for the future
development of the affordable housing project. Due to the recent dissolution of
Redevelopment Agencies, this project was delayed. Beginning in 2013, the City began
taking steps, required by AB 1484, to recapture $5.05 million in housing bond proceeds
in order to secure funds to allow this project to proceed. These recaptured funds were
made available to the City on January 1, 2014 and the City has begun working with the
chosen developers to restart the project. The City plans to move forward as expeditiously
as possible to finalize the development and begin construction.
• Keeping housing affordable by providing owner -occupied minor rehabilitation services is
also an effective way to reduce barriers to affordable housing. A number of programs
which provide minor residential rehabilitation services will be funded by CDBG during the
Consolidated Plan period. The Handyworker Program and the Residential Rehabilitation
Grant Program target low- and moderate -income homeowners and provide repairs to
condominiums, mobile homes, and single-family homes, thus preserving the affordable
housing stock.
• Manufactured homes represent a large percentage of the City's affordable housing stock.
The following Ordinances and Policies will continue to be in effect in FY 2014-2015 to
foster and maintain this critical resource for affordable housing:
1. Manufactured Home Park Rent Adjustment Procedures Ordinance - This Ordinance
protects manufactured home park residents from unreasonable rent increases and
provides an appeal process.
2. Manufactured Home Parks - Change in Use Ordinance - This ordinance establishes
specific requirements for compensation to mobile home park residents in the event of
mobile home park closures.
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The City continues to follow the Housing Element of the General Plan, which is
comprised of four general affordable housing areas: Encouragement of affordable
housing; Maintenance of affordable housing; Meeting the needs for affordable housing;
and Provision of equal housing opportunities.
In addition, the City updated its Analysis of Impediments to Fair Housing Choice (Al)
report along with preparation of the FY 2014 - FY 2018 Consolidated Plan. The AI report
identifies potential impediments to fair housing in Santa Clarita and establishes a Fair
Housing Action Plan that outlines steps the City will take to overcome these
impediments.
Discussion:
See discussions above.
AP -85 Other Actions - 91.220(k)
Introduction:
Priority Needs established in the FY 2014 - FY 2018 Five -Year Consolidated Plan, which form
the basis for establishing objectives and outcomes in the FY 2014-15 One -Year Action Plan, are
as follows:
High Priority
• Improve, Maintain, and Expand Affordable Housing
• Improve and Expand Facilities and Infrastructure
• Planning and Administration
• Promote Equal Housing Opportunity
• Provide Supportive Human Services
Low Priority
• Preserve At -Risk Housing
• Support Economic Development Opportunities
Actions planned to address obstacles to meeting underserved needs
One of the greatest challenges in meeting the underserved needs of low- and moderate -income
persons is having limited financial resources. The City will continue to use CDBG funding to
support public service agencies that address the special needs of the underserved, including the
homeless, those at risk of homelessness, youth, seniors, female -headed households, victims of
domestic violence, and the disabled. The City also proactively seeks additional resources to
better meet the underserved needs.
Actions planned to foster and maintain affordable housing
Increasing, improving, and maintaining affordable housing is identified as a High Priority in the
FY 2014 - FY 2018 Consolidated Plan. The City will contribute to the preservation of the existing
affordable housing stock through rehabilitation programs. For FY 2014-2015, over $300,000 in
CDBG funds will be used for the Residential Rehabilitation and Handyworker programs to assist
low-income homeowners, including seniors and disabled homeowners, to address accessibility
issues, and to correct code violations and unsafe conditions. These activities are expected to
provide rehabilitation assistance to 65 households.
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The City will also continue to encourage developers, non-profit organizations, and other
interested parties to develop new affordable units and will support applications for development
funds through the California Tax Credit Allocation Committee (CTCAC) and the State of
California. In addition the following aids in increasing, improving, and/or maintaining affordable
housing:
Rental Housing: Housing resources in the form of non -age -restricted, subsidized rental units
and rental assistance will be available to low- and moderate -income residents of Santa Clarita
through a variety of sources. Most existing affordable rental units for low- and moderate -income
persons are available through covenants between various building owners and the State of
California or the County of Los Angeles. In FY 2014-2015 there will be 496 rental units in nine
apartment buildings available at reduced rents to families. A total of 296 units are affordable to
households at 80 percent or less of County median income, and 200 units are affordable to
households earning 50 percent or less of County median. Section 8 Housing Choice Vouchers
will continue to be utilized in Santa Clarita. This program is administered by the Housing
Authority of the County of Los Angeles (HACoLA). As of October 2013, 205 Santa Clarita
households were receiving Housing Choice Vouchers. HACoLA's Section 8 waiting list has been
closed. With limited funding and a long waiting list, HACoLA is not able to estimate the length of
wait, according to information posted on its website. As of October 2013, 80 Santa Clarita
households were on the waiting list for Housing Choice Voucher assistance.
Low- and moderate -income housing specifically for seniors is also available in and around the
City. Los Angeles County owns and operates a conventional public housing project called
Orchard Arms, which provides housing for low income seniors and the disabled. Three large-
scale low- and moderate -income senior housing projects completed through a partnership
between the Santa Clarita Valley Committee on Aging and private real estate developers offer
614 units at low- and moderate -income rates. An additional 343 units are available in five other
buildings. In total there are 957 rental units in eight apartment buildings available at reduced
rates for seniors.
Home Purchase Programs: The City operates a successful first-time homebuyer program called
FirstHOME (Program). In 2011, the City applied for additional HOME funds and was awarded
$700,000 to continue the Program. While one eligible family is currently in the home search
process, a second round of informational meetings will be held in late spring 2013 to secure
additional qualifying borrowers for the Program. The City also continues to be on the list of
approved jurisdictions for the Mortgage Credit Certificate Program, which provides a federal tax
credit to reduce the amount of taxes paid, allowing the homebuyer to qualify for a larger first
mortgage while still maintaining affordability.
Actions planned to reduce lead-based paint hazards
The City has a need for lead -hazard free housing and continues to work to reduce lead-based
paint (LBP) 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
continuing to implement a program for evaluating and reducing lead hazards during repair and
renovation of older housing stock funded by CDBG. 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.
Additionally, the City provides housing rehabilitation through the CDBG-funded Handyworker
and Residential Rehabilitation programs. The programs aid in correcting substandard
conditions, which contribute to LBP hazards.
All applicants eligible for services through the Handyworker and Residential Rehabilitation
programs sign a Lead -Based Paint Release form certifying that they received the most updated
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version of the Environmental Protection Agency's (EPA) Protect Your Family From Lead in Your
Home. When a property built before 1978 is approved for grant -funded repairs that may disturb
lead-based paint, an inspection test is ordered. When containment and/or abatement are
necessary, the homeowner is required to use a contractor certified in lead -safe work practices
by the state of California.
The City will also encourage land -owners to correct substandard conditions to minimize LBP
hazards, especially owners of units where children live. Due to the mean age of the City's
housing, homes containing lead-based paint are not believed to be a significant problem.
However, the City will continue to evaluate and reduce lead-based paint hazards through the
following actions and activities:
• Maintaining an executed Agreement with a certified consultant when lead-based paint
testing and clearance services are needed for grant -funded repairs.
• Providing information to landlords, renters, and various property management agencies
regarding the dangers of lead-based paint and appropriate mitigation strategies, as part
of the City's contract with the Fair Housing Council of the San Fernando Valley.
• Providing written information through one-on-one contact with contractors, building
inspectors, code enforcement officers, and the general public at the City's Permit Center.
The written publications available are:
1. Contractors, Painters, Landlords!: The "New" Renovation, Repair and Painting Rule
Applies to You!, effective April 2010.
2. EPA -Important Information about the new Environmental Protection Agency Rules -
Fines and Penalties (for contractors and Renovators)
Actions planned to reduce the number of poverty -level families
While the City has no control over the majority of the factors affecting poverty, it may be able to
assist those living below the poverty line. The City supports other governmental, private, and
non-profit agencies involved in providing services to low- and moderate -income residents and
coordinates efforts with these groups where possible to allow for more efficient delivery of
services.
During FY 2014-2015, the City will continue to implement its strategy to help impoverished
families achieve economic independence and self-sufficiency. The City's anti -poverty strategy
utilizes existing County job training and social service programs to increase employment
marketability, household income, and housing options. The City will allocate up to 15 percent of
CDBG funds to public service agencies that offer supportive services in the fight against poverty.
Other special community benefit needs are also addressed through the Community Services
Grant Program which provides funding to various local agencies.
Improved employment opportunities are important in reducing the number of people living in
poverty. The City addresses this issue by increasing resident's employability through training,
and increasing the number of higher paying local jobs. The City operates the Santa Clarita
WorkSource Center in conjunction with the Employment Development Department, College of
the Canyons, and the County of Los Angeles Community and Senior Services. The WorkSource
Center provides job search services such as workshops, computer classes, phones, fax,
computers with internet access, job leads, newspapers, and a resource library for job seekers
aged 18 and above. Employers use the WorkSource Center to recruit and advertise job
openings as well as for job fairs, bringing together top local companies and job seekers.
In FY 2014-2015, the City's Economic Development Division will continue its efforts to aid in the
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economic growth of the City by fostering and encouraging responsible economic development
opportunities that result in: 1) a jobs/housing balance established through quality employment
opportunities for residents; 2) an economic base through increased sales tax generation; and 3)
economic wealth by attracting external monies to the local economy. Specifically, four targeted
industries have been identified where there is a foundation of businesses in Santa Clarita
currently and opportunities for growth. These industries include biomedical, aerospace,
technology, and film/entertainment. These business clusters offer a variety of high -paying, high -
skilled jobs, which can be accessed either through traditional educational routes or through on-
the-job training and apprenticeship programs.
As part of the Santa Clarita Economic Growth Program, an extension of the 21 -Point Business
Plan for Progress created in 2009 also continues to enhance local business partnerships,
encourage quality job creation in Santa Clarita, develop marketing programs to bolster retail
spending, and attract external dollars to the community.
Actions planned to develop institutional structure
The City of Santa Clarita works with a wide range of public and community social service
agencies to meet and address the various needs of the community. In FY 2014-2015, City staff
will continue to collaborate internally, as well as with local non-profit advocacy groups and other
County, State, and Federal organizations.
Specifically, the City will use CDBG funds to provide grants to agencies which serve low- and
moderate -income residents with various different needs in the community. The following non-
profit organizations will receive CDBG funding in 2014-2015:
• Bridge To Home will provide homeless case management, life -skills training and
temporary rental assistance to homeless families.
• Carousel Ranch will assist disabled veterans, children and adults with equestrian
therapy.
• Domestic Violence Center of Santa Clarita will serve battered women with case
management.
• Santa Clarita Senior Center will serve lower-income homeowners with minor necessary
home repairs through the Handyworker Program and residents over 50 years of age with
comprehensive case management services.
• Child and Family Center will provide early childhood social, emotional and behavioral
development services and mental health counseling for families.
Community Services Division of the City of Santa Clarita
The Community Services Division is comprised of the Arts and Events Office and the Human
Services Office. The Arts and Events Office promotes, supports, and develops arts
programming and regional and community events for the benefit of local citizens, while utilizing
these programs to encourage economic development and tourism to the Santa Clarita Valley.
The purpose of the Human Services Office is to create a safe, healthy, and thriving community
by leveraging resources and facilitating community participation. Human Services leads and
promotes collaborative and innovative programs and services that educate, engage, enhance,
and empower the community. The Human Services Offices also conducts an annual process for
competitive community benefit grants to local non-profit organizations; many of which serve low -
and moderate -income individuals. In addition, in 2014-2015, the Community Services Division
will receive $9,800 in CDBG funds to operate a youth sports program that allows alternative
opportunities for youth to have consistent recreational activities available at a low or no -cost to
the participant.
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HandsOn Santa Clarita
The City also utilizes the services of HandsOn Santa Clarita (HOSC), a local non-profit agency.
Their mission is to provide training and resources to build the capacity of other non-profit social
service organizations while cultivating connections between volunteers, groups, and businesses
to best meet the needs of the community. HOSC programs and services include administration
of the City's Court Referral Program, overseeing a citywide volunteer management database,
and facilitation of corporate and non-profit volunteer programs.
Actions planned to enhance coordination between public and private housing and social
service agencies
The City of Santa Clarita's Community Preservation Division (formerly Redevelopment Division)
continues to manage all housing -related projects, programs, and functions. Community
Preservation is structured under the Community Development Department along with the
Planning Division, and most recently, the Economic Development Division. This merge allows
for better communication between Divisions, and a more coordinated effort to address the
issues affecting the low- and moderate -income residents of the City. It also supports the
development of a clear and comprehensive affordable housing strategy that is consistently
reflected in all affordable housing -related documents, and a coordinated economic development
strategy.
Actions that the City will undertake during the next year to enhance coordination between public
and private housing, health, and social service agencies include:
• Working with the Los Angeles Homeless Services Agency (LAHSA) to provide homeless
shelter and services.
• Collaborating with Bridge To Home (formerly the Santa Clarita Community Development
Corporation) to help site the Winter Shelter.
• Coordination with HACoLA to provide information about Section 8 Housing Choice
Vouchers.
• Coordinating with the County of Los Angeles Health Department, Childhood Lead
Poisoning Prevention Program (CLPPP) to provide information about lead-based paint
hazards.
• Funding a contract with the Fair Housing Council of the San Fernando Valley to provide
fair housing and landlord/tenant complaint intake and mediation services to the residents
of the City of Santa Clarita.
• Following the City's adopted General Plan developed in collaboration with Los Angeles
County. The General Plan includes results of the One Valley One Vision process, a joint
effort of residents and businesses to create a single vision and guidelines for the future
growth of the Valley and the preservation of natural resources.
• Working with the Valley Economic Alliance and San Fernando Valley Council of
Governments in an effort to address shared priorities such as transportation and air
quality issues, large scale planning goals, and advocacy at regional, state, and federal
levels.
Discussion:
See discussions above.
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Program Specific Requirements
AP -90 Program Specific Requirements - 91.220(1)(1,2,4)
Introduction:
The following describes other program -specific requirements.
Community Development Block Grant Program (CDBG)
Reference 24 CFR 91.220(1)(1)
Projects planned with all CDBG funds expected to be available during the year are identified in
the Projects Table. The following identifies program income that is available for use that is
included in projects to be carried out.
1. The total amount of program income that will have been received before the start of the
next program year and that has not yet been reprogrammed
2. The amount of proceeds from section 108 loan guarantees that will be used during the
year to address the priority needs and specific objectives identified in the grantee's strategic
plan.
3. The amount of surplus funds from urban renewal settlements
4. The amount of any grant funds returned to the line of credit for which the planned use has
not been included in a prior statement or plan
5. The amount of income from float -funded activities
Total Program Income:
Other CDBG Requirements
1. The amount of urgent need activities
2. The estimated percentage of CDBG funds that will be used for activities that
benefit persons of low and moderate income.Overall Benefit - A consecutive
period of one, two or three years may be used to determine that a minimum
overall benefit of 70% of CDBG funds is used to benefit persons of low and
moderate income. Specify the years covered that include this Annual Action
Plan. 100.00%
Discussion:
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The City does not anticipate generating significant amounts of program income during the
Consolidated Plan period. Based on the payment schedule, the City will pay off it's Section 108
loans within the five years of the Consolidated Plan. The City may consider pursuing new
Section 108 loan guarantee for other large-scale projects, such as for the siting of an emergency
shelter.
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Of the City's FY 2014-2015 CDBG allocation, the City plans to allocate 20 percent for eligible
planning and administration activities. These activities are not subject to the low- and moderate -
income benefit requirements. Of the remaining 80 percent of the CDBG allocation, 100 percent
will be used to benefit low- and moderate -income persons.
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Appendix A: Summary of Public Participation
A-1: Community and Stakeholder Workshops
The following issues were identified by participants of the Consolidated Plan outreach process:
Saturday November 16, 2013
Community Workshop #1:
Despite diligent outreach efforts to encourage citizen participation to solicit input on needs
during the development of the Consolidated Plan, no community members attended
Community Workshop #1 and no comments were received.
Wednesday, November 20, 2013
Community Workshop #2:
Despite diligent outreach efforts to encourage citizen participation to solicit input on needs
during the development of the Consolidated Plan, no community members attended
Community Workshop #2 and no comments were received.
Focus Group Workshop
Attendees:
Domestic Violence Center of Santa Clarita Valley
Bridge to Home
Lutheran Social Services Community Care
Child & Family Center
Single Mothers Outreach of Santa Clarita
Santa Clarita Valley Senior Center
Carousel Ranch
The following comments were received:
Carousel Ranch
• There are few services for persons with disabilities of all ages (children to adults).
Decline in number of agencies as recently two closed that had been around for over 20
years.
• For young persons with special needs there are not many opportunities for them beyond
Carousel Ranch and Special Olympics.
• Increase in issue of persons with special needs aging out of programs and services
available to youth once they turn 22 years of age.
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o Need for services such as a college continuation program to support these
persons.
Persons who age out of the system often remain at home, as there are not enough
independent living facilities available to residents.
Lack of childcare in the City, which can result in employment difficulties for caretakers
and lead to lower overall incomes.
Single Mothers Outreach
• Lack of access to affordable childcare. Not realistic for residents to have high paying
jobs in order to be able to pay for childcare.
o Affordable childcare that is available, such as College of the Canyon's program to
provide care for students enrolled in at least six units, often has a long waiting
list.
• One of the significant issues is the lack of affordable housing for single parents with
larger families. Many forced to live in smaller units and use living areas as bedrooms.
• Homeless parents don't want to move to shelters out of the area and disrupt established
roots of children in the community.
• Agency receives weekly calls about people living in cars and overcrowded conditions.
• Families with children are often discriminated against when they seek housing.
Bridge to Home
• Lack of transitional and affordable housing in the City.
• Need for support services incongruence with transitional or permanent housing
placement in order to make such housing programs successful.
Lutheran Social Services North L.A.
• Discussed the agency's exploration of Circles USA initiative as away to place families in
permanent housing while providing continual support.
o Need to consider additional barriers affecting persons with needs, such as,
issues with drugs, domestic violence, and mental health.
SCV Senior Center
• Lack of affordable housing opportunities for seniors in the City.
o Seniors forced to downsize from homes they own due to economic or health
constraints.
o Not many housing options for seniors looking to downsize as notable to buy
anything comparable and banks won't loan to them.
• The result has been an increase in the number of homeless seniors in the City. During
summer months these homeless show up at the Center on sleep on the patio area at
night. Also have issues with homeless seniors sleeping in their cars in the Center's
parking lot.
• Senior Center has the capabilities to provide support services, but not the increase in
number of homeless seniors, or persons with special needs such as mental illness.
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Child and Family Center
• Need for permanent supportive housing.
Domestic Violence Center of SCV
• Need for additional affordable housing and access to jobs in the City.
o These issues are significant among large families and persons dealing with
immigration difficulties who might not have full access to support services.
Group discussion at the workshop identified the following needs and solutions to address them:
• Needs: more assistance for homeless, permanent supportive housing, and affordable
housing
• Access center: provides opportunity for collaboration between the City's 200 or more
non-profit organization and ensures access to services.
o Need to instill a culture of collaboration without competition.
• Resource database: create a query component that allows services providers to
research a directory online.
o Important to collaborate with City and possibly have City staff be the source of
coordination between agencies and linking those in need to the available
services.
A-2: Public Hearings
The City conducted a public hearing on March 11, 2014 to receive information about the
Consolidated Plan Needs Assessment. No public comments were received.
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A-3: Public Comments
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A-4: Housing and Community Development Needs Survey
A total of 348 Santa Clarita residents responded to the survey. The following are top rating needs based on results of the Housing
and Community Development Needs Survey:
Categories
Activities
High
(4)
Med
(3)
Low
(2)
No
1
# of Votes
Overall Rating
Top 10 (Regatd/ess of Category)
Business Development
Job Creation/Retention
127
70
29
18
244
3.25
Community Services
Anti -Crime Programs
124
93
35
18
270
3.20
Community Services
Youth Activities
131
79
30
34
274
3.12
Community Facilities
Park and Recreational Facilities
118
98
45
30
291
3.04
Business Development
Employment Training
97
82
46
22
247
3.03
Community Services
Health Services
101
98
51
22
272
3.02
Community Facilities
Youth Centers
117
97
37
37
288
3.02
Community Services
Mental Health Services
113
81
51
29
274
3.01
Community Facilities
Health Care Facilities
108
105
44
32
289
3.00
Community Services
Senior Activities
102
100
51
27
280
2.99
A//ActAfts (By Category)
Affordable Housing
Senior Rental Housing
91
74
51
31
247
2.91
Affordable Housing
Energy Efficient Improvements
78
78
58
27
241
2.86
Affordable Housing
Rental Housing for Disabled
73
85
55
28
241
2.84
Affordable Housing
Affordable Rental Housing
91
60
56
43
250
2.80
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Categories
Activities
High
4
Med
3
Low
2
No
1
# of Votes
Overall Rating
Affordable Housing
Homeownership Assistance
64
78
62
40
244
2.68
Affordable Housing
Fair Housing Services
64
68
70
47
249
2.60
Affordable Housing
Accessibility Improvements
49
77
90
31
247
2.58
Affordable Housing
Ownership Housing Rehabilitation
46
71
92
35
244
2.52
Affordable Housing
Rental Housing Rehabilitation
47
71
83
43
244
2.50
Affordable Housing
Rental Housing for Large Families
46
53
94
50
243
2.39
Affordable Housing
Lead -Based Paint Test/Abatement
37
45
96
63
241
2.23
Business Development
Small Business Loans
72
92
55
26
245
2.86
Business Development
Start-up Business Assistance
75
74
67
27
243
2.81
Business Development
Commercial/Industrial Rehabilitation
52
79
78
33
242
2.62
Business Development
Facade Improvements
55
75
68
46
244
2.57
Business Development
Business Mentoring
49
77
82
36
244
2.57
Business Development
Job Creation/Retention
127
70
29
18
244
3.25
Business Development
Employment Training
97
82
46
22
247
3.03
Community Facilities
Senior Centers
114
99
44
42
299
2.95
Community Facilities
Community Centers
80
115
67
31
293
2.83
Community Facilities
Child Care Centers
69
102
65
46
282
2.69
Community Facilities
Libraries
59
65
102
59
285
2.44
Community Facilities
Park and Recreational Facilities
118
98 1
45 1
30
291
3.04
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Categories
Activities
High
4
Med
3
Low
2
No
1
# of Votes
Overall Rating
Community Facilities
Youth Centers
117
97
37
37
288
3.02
Community Facilities
Health Care Facilities
108
105
44
32
289
3.00
Community Services
Senior Activities
102
100
51
27
280
2.99
Community Services
Mental Health Services
113
81
51
29
274
3.01
Community Services
Transportation Services
99
91
57
26
273
2.96
Community Services
Child Care Services
71
96
58
42
267
2.73
Community Services
Legal Services
46
90
97
40
273
2.52
Community Services
Anti -Crime Programs
124
93
35
18
270
3.20
Community Services
Youth Activities
131
79
30
34
274
3.12
Community Services
Health Services
101
98
51
22
272
3.02
Neighborhood Infrastructure
Sidewalk Improvements
90
87
66
29
272
2.88
Neighborhood Infrastructure
Street/Alley Improvement
70
89
73
36
268
2.72
Neighborhood Infrastructure
Street Lighting
68
77
90
31
266
2.68
Neighborhood Infrastructure
Water/Sewer Improvement
54
87
88
34
263
2.61
Neighborhood Infrastructure
Drainage Improvement
48
73
105
40
266
2.48
Neighborhood Services
Graffiti Removal
98
65
73
27
263
2.89
Neighborhood Services
Code Enforcement
88
75
75
28
266
2.84
Neighborhood Services
Trash & Debris Removal
76
94
64
29
263
2.83
Neighborhood Services
Cleanup of Abandoned Lots and Bldgs
96
62
71 1
36
265
2.82
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Categories
Activities
High
4
Med
3
Low
2
No
1
# of Votes
Overall Rating
Neighborhood Services
Tree Planting
73
76
77
39
265
2.69
Special Needs Populations
Substance Abuse Services
93
92
47
26
258
2.98
Special Needs Populations
Homeless Shelters/ Services
106
73
48
33
260
2.97
Special Needs Populations
Neg/Abused Children Center & Services
96
78
46
34
254
2.93
Special Needs Populations
Centers/Services for Disabled
73
113
51
22
259
2.92
Special Needs Populations
Domestic Violence Services
76
94
61
27
258
2.85
Special Needs Populations
HIV/AIDS Centers & Services
39
1 71
1 94
1 51
255
2.38
Notes:
_: This need was specifically discussed during a public meeting.
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SANTA CLARITA
WE
WE WANT TO HEAR FROM YOU!
Q) WHAT ARE THE HOUSING AND COMMUNITY
DEVELOPMENT NEEDS IN YOUR NEIGHBORHOOD?
CITY OF SANTA CLARITA — RESIDENT SURVEY
The City of Santa Garda receives approximately $1.2 million in Community Development Block
Grants (CDBG) each year for housing and community development projects. The annual grams
can be used to provide decent housing, suitable living environments, and expanded economic
opportunities, principally for low- and moderate -income persons. The City wants you to have a
voice in how the City invests this money. Please assist us by filling out this survey.
As you fill -out this survey, please consider the following: 1) The needs of the neighborhood and
how it can be improved; 2) Rate the relative need level for each of the following items by checking
the box that best applies. Keep in mind that only limited funding is available so prioritizing the need
level is important.
PLEASE ENTER YOUR ZIP CODE: Senior? (65+) Y I N
Do you have a disability? Y I N Do you rent or own your home?.
Use the range from High Need -No Such Need to rate the relative importance. High ind Cates the highest Trost aHical
need. No indaetee no such need.
COlrerelnity Facilities
Ned
Ned
Need
awn
Community Services
Nen
MNeed
New
seen
Need
Need
Senior Centers
❑
1
-1
❑
Senior Activities
1
1
-t
-. I
Youth Centers _
❑
J
J
❑
Youth Activities _
1
J
J
u
Child Care Centers
❑
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❑
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Child Care 3eMoes_
i
°
°
_
Perk and Recreational
Transportation
_
_
Facilities
°
°
J
°
Services
'
°
°
°
_Health Care Facilities
o
_ o
J
a
Ami -Crime Programs
J
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a_
a
Community Centers
n
a
u
o_
Health Services
I
a
°
n
Mental Health Services
o
a
ElLibraries
❑
❑
❑
❑
Legal Services
.1
n
n
n
Infrastructure
High
Med..
rove
sNOh
Neighborhood
Nigh
Medium
Low
No
Such
Need
Need
Nd
o
Need
Services
Need
Need
Need
Need
Drainage
1
Cl
a
❑
Tree Planting
❑
❑
J
-I
Improvement
_
Water/Sewer
Trash & Debris
Improvement
°_ _
°
_ _°
Removal
_ °
°
1
r�
Street/Alleyo
o
o
o
Graffiti Removal
o
❑
J
-1
Improvement
S
a
Code Enforcement
❑
❑
J
.1
Sidewalk
Cleanup of Abandoned
improvements
°
°
°
n
Lots and Buildings
n
n
n
'1
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Special Needs High Medum
Low
yNo
Businesses 8 Jobs
High
Medium
Low
sNo
$QrVICly Need Need
NOW
Need
Need
Nwd
Need
NOOC
Centers/Services for
Stan -up Business
Disabled ❑ O
O
n
Assistance
❑
I.1
u
❑
Domestic Violence
❑ ❑
❑
u
Small Business Loans
❑
u
LI❑
Servcaa
Substance Abuse ❑ ❑
Clu
Job Creation/RetentionServices
❑
❑_
❑
❑
_
_
Homeless Shatters/
❑ ❑
❑
❑
Employment Training
❑
❑
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Services
HIV/AIDS Canters &
Commercial/Industrial
Services _ O ❑
❑_
U
Rehabilitation
❑
❑
❑
❑
Neglected/Abused
Fagade Improvement
❑
❑
O
❑
Children Center ❑ ❑
❑
"
and Services
Business Mentoring
❑
❑
❑
❑
Housing
High Need
Medium Need
Low Need
No Such Nwd
Accessibility Improvement
n
n
173—
_Ownership
Ownership Housing Rehabilitation
r
❑ _
t i
❑
Rental Housing Rehabilitation
u
❑
u
❑
Homeownership Assistance_
❑
❑
❑
❑
Affordable Rental Housing
n
❑
❑
❑
Rental Housing for Disabled
u
11
❑
❑
Senior Rental Housing
u
❑
❑
❑
Rental Housing for Large Families
n
❑
❑
❑
Fair Housing Services
u
❑
O
O
Lead -Based Paid Test/Abatement
u
O
O
O
Energy Efcient Improvements
i
❑
❑
❑
Please write in any needs not listed above:
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OMB Control No: 2506-0117 (exp. 07/31/2015)
FAIR HOUSING
Fair housing is a right protected by Federal and State laws. Each resident is entitled to equal access to
housing opportunities regardless of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disablllty/medleal conditions,
familial status, marital status, age, ancestry, sexual orientation, source of income, or any other arbitrary
reason.
We want to hear about your experience with fair housing issues and concerns Please fill out the following survey
Thank you!
1. Have 322 personally ever experienced 6scnmination in housing?
_YES _NO
2 Who do you believe discriminated against you?
a landlord/property manager
a real estate agent
a mortgage lender
_ a city/county staff person
3. Where bid the act of discrimination occur?
_ an apartment complex
a condortownhome development
a single-family neighborhood
_ a public or subsidized housing project
a mobtlehome park
_ when applying for qty/county programs
4. On what basis do you believe you were discriminated against? (check all that apply)
Race
_ Cola _ Religion
National Origin
_Ancestry _Gender
_ Mantel Status
—Sexual Orientation Age
_ Family Status_
Source of Income _ Disatility/Medical Conditions
leg . single -parent with children,
(e.g. welfare, unemployment (ether you or someone close to you)
family with children or expecting a
insurance)
child)
Other (please explain):
)
5. Flow were you discriminated against?
8. Have you ever been denied "reasonable accommodation" (flexibility) in rules. policies, or practices to
accommodate your disability?
YES —NO
If YES, what was your request?
7. It you believe you have been discriminated against, have you reported the incident?
YES NO
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If NO - Why?don't know where to report
don t believe it makes any difference
If YES, how dd you report the incident?
8. Has any hate crime been committed in your neighborhood?
YE5 NO !brit Know
If VES. what was the basis (check all that appy)
_ Race
National Origin
Marital Status
Family Status
Other (please elaborate
_ Color
Ancestry
_ Sexual Orientation
_ Source of Income
afraid of retaliation
_ too much trouble
Religion
_ Gender
Age
_ Disability/Medical Conditions
(Questions 9.10 are optional; however your response will allow us to better serve the community.
Your Individual response will be confidential.)
9. Ethnic Categore (select one)
Hispanic or Latino _ Not -Hispanic or Latino
10. Racial Categories (select one or more)
American Indian or Black or
Alaska Native Aslan _ African American
Native Hawaiian or
Otter Pacific Islander White Other
THANK YOU!
Please return surveys to:
Enn !ay, Housing Program Administrator
City of Santa Clarita - Community Development Department
23920 W. Valencia Blvd. Suite 302
Santa Clarita, CA 91355
Phone: (661) 286-4174
Email. ELAY@santacladta.com
THIS SURVEY IS ALSO AVAILABLE ONLINE AT:
http.lAvww.surveymonkey.com/SISantaCiahta�_English
Esta encuesta esta tambiEn disponible en Espanol
P6ngase en contacto con personal de la Ciudad pare obtener una copia o encuentre la encuesta
en intemet en la siguiente direcci6n:
hop:- es.san,e)mtonkey.corn x.8omaClnrita. Spanish
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!QUEREMOS OIR DE USTED!
4CUALES SON LAS NECESIDADES DE VIVIENDA Y
DESARROLLO COMUNITARIO EN SU COMUNIDAD?
CIUDAD DE SANTA CLARITA - ENCUESTA DE RESIDENTE
La Ciudad de Santa Clarda recibe aproximadamente $1.2 millones anualmente an fondos del programa
Subsidio Definido de Desarrollo Comunitario (la siglas en ingles son CDBG) coda ar)o para proyectos de
vlvienda y desarrollo Comunitario- Estos tondos pueden ser usados para programas que proporcionan
viviendas detentes, medio ambiente spropiado, y que aumentan las oportunidades econ6micas,
principalmente para personas de bajos y moderados ingresos. La Ciudad quiere que usted tenga una
opinion on como deberia usar la Ciudad este dinero. Sirvase ayudamos Ilenando esta oncuesta.
Cuando Ilene esta encuesta, por favor considere to siguiente. 1) Las necesidades en su comunidad y como
pueden ser mejoradas, 2) Marque la casilla que major corresponda el nivel de necesidad de Cada uno de
los siguientes conceptos. Tonga en cuenta que porque el financiamiento disponible as muy limitado,
prionzar el nivel de necesidad es importante.
Indique su c6digo postal:
41.1sted bene una discapacicad? SOW
4Persona mayor? (Edad 65 ♦) St/No
. 4Usted alquila o es duefio de su case?
Evalue y prioritize el nivel de necesidad de los siguientes conceptos. Use el rango de "Alta Necesidad" a
"No Necesidad" donde 'Alta Necesidad" indica necesidad mos critica y "No Necesidad" indica que no hay
ta/ necesidad.
Centros Comunitarios
Servicios
��
�...
...
Comunitarios
Contras para Personas
Actividades para
Mayoras
❑
_
_
Personas Mayores
❑
❑
Cenlros Juveniles
❑
❑
❑
=
Actividades Juveniles
❑
❑
❑
❑
Centrosde Cuidado
Servicios de Cuidedo
InfentiUGaarderias
❑
❑
❑
r'
Inlantil
❑
O
G
O
_
Parque a Inslalaciones
❑
❑
❑
O
Servicios de, Translooti
O
C
O
❑
Recreativas
Centrosde Salud
❑
❑
❑
❑
Prramas de
g
❑
❑
❑
❑
_
Prevention del D9111c
_
Cenlro_sComunitarios
❑
❑
❑
❑
Servicios de Selud
O
❑
❑
❑
_ —
-
Servicios de Solud
Biblioletas
❑
❑
13
❑
Mental
O
❑
a
❑
Servicios Legales
❑
❑
❑
❑
Intrssstrueturs
—
o„
Serviclos a los
`
Veclndarios
.r
al
s
173s
❑
❑
❑
Plontad6n de Arboles
E3
❑
❑
Si
Sisl
lememe da Drone'
Einineci6n de Basuto y
Mejores at Sislema de
ua Alcantardlodo
❑
❑
13
❑
Escorts_ ros
O
❑
17
❑
Mejoras a Calle %
❑
❑
❑
❑
Eiminedon de Orefsi
❑
❑
❑
❑
callej ce
Alumbmdo
Cumplimiento do los
Pubioo de Calles
n
❑
❑
❑
C6d' oz
Limpieze de Terrence
❑
❑
❑
❑
Meioras a Banquetas
❑
❑
❑
❑
Beldiosy Edifices
❑
❑
❑
❑
Abandonados
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Swvldos de
Neeesldades .....,. .....
..,...
..
Empresas y Empleci
......
.e...
.....,.
Ealiwial"
Centroa/Servicos
ncia
Aara
Personas 171
13para ❑
13
I
Para nida rb Empresas
❑
❑
❑
❑
Discapacftadas._. -
--
_
Servicios Cie
Prestamos para
Vlolencia Dorrlsstica _ ❑
❑ O
❑_
Pequerms Empreaes
❑
❑
❑
O
Servicios de Abuso❑
C eaci6NRetenci6n de
_ De Alcohol/Drogas
❑ ❑
❑
Empleo
❑
❑
❑
13
Servicios/Albergue Para
Erdrenamiento para
Personas Sin Hogar ❑
O O
❑
Empleos
❑
❑
❑
O
CeMrosfServltzoa Para
ReheWliteGdn
Personae con VIH/SIDA ❑
❑ ❑ _
❑
Comemial y Industrial
❑
u
❑
❑
CentroalServlclos para
ftwas a Fachadas de
Nifios Deacuidados o u
❑ D
❑
Negocios
❑
❑
O
O
Maltratados
Mentoring para NeODCM
❑
❑
❑
❑
Wiriandas
JYIYrr
•MYNwrlr ee�Mw+rr
wweww
Meloras a Accesibilidad de Vivierdas
❑
❑
❑
u
Rehabilitaci6n de Viviendas -
Para Propietarros
❑
❑
❑
u
Rehabilitaci6n de Viviendas -
Vivienda de Alquiler
❑
❑
❑
u
Austencia Para Compra de Vivienda
❑
❑
❑
n
Viviendas Con Rentas Accasibles
❑
❑
❑
❑
_
VNiendes de Alquller Pare
Personas Dlscapao"s
❑
—
---
❑
❑
❑
--- ---
-
Viviendas de Alcoler Para
Personas Mgores
❑
❑
O
Viviendas de Alqutler para
Familias Grandes
❑
❑
❑
Servicios Contra La
_ _ _❑_ _ _
_
Discriminaci6n de Vivi_endas
D
❑
❑
❑
._...
Prueba/Servicios Para
Disminuir el Romo de Is Pintura
_ ❑
❑ _
❑
❑
Mepras a Rendimierto do EnalTis
❑
❑
❑
❑
Por favor escrlba cualquier necesidad no mencionadas anteriormente:
Consolidated Plan SANTA CLARITA A-14
OMB Control No: 2506-0117 (exp. 07/31/2015)
VIVIENDA JUSTA
La Igualdad de oportunidades an la vivienda es un derecho protegido por Jeyes federales y estatales. Gads
residents tiene In oportumdad de desarrollar una villa major an to case o of apartamento qua preflera, sin
importer su raze, color, religi6n, sexo, origen nacional, discapacidad o condici6n m6dica, astado familiar,
estado civil, ectad, ascendencia, orientacibn sexual, fuente de ingresos, o cualquier otm raz6n arbitraria.
Oueremos saber acerca de su experience an temas de equidad de vivienda y preocupamones. Par favor, Ilene el
sigulerae cuestionano. lGraciasl
1. 6Alguna vez he sido usted victims de Is Ciscnmuaci6n an Is vivienda?
SI NO
2. 60tAn cree que discnmin6 contra usted?
Un gerente propletono
Un prestamista de hipoteca
3. �En d6nde ocurn6 el acto de discriminaci6n?
_ Complejo de apartarnentos
Veolndario de cases unitamiliares
Remolque o parque de cases m6viles
Un agente de blames rakes
Una persona de Is ciudad o el condado
_ Complejo de contlominios
Vlvienda pilWica o subsidlada
_ Cuando aplique para programs de la ciudad/condado
4. 6En base a quo area qua fue discnminado (marque todo to qua oorresponda)?
_ Raza
_ Orlgen Nacional
Estado Civil
Situacbn Familiar
(Por elemplo, families
mawparernales ccs hips.
familia con nirios o esperando
un hp)
Otto (indique los detalles:
6C6= fue discriminado?
_ color
_ Ascendencia
OrientacOn Sexual
_
Fuente de Ingresos
(Por ejemplo welfare, el seguro de
desemp/eo)
_ Religion
_ GEnem
_ Edad
Discapacidad
(Ya see usted o algin cercanoa
Law
i,Algune vez se le he negedo "ajusles rezonables" (nexibilided) de les rlormas, politicas, o
praicticas para adaptarse a out cle capacidad?
SI NO
Si res rift SI, 6cuil fus su pebci6n?
Si usted cree que he silo discriminarlo, oha reporlado el mcidente?
51 NO
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Si respondl0 NO- 4Porque7 No se a dOnde denunclar _ Mledo a represahas
No creo que hard una dderencta _ Demasiada molests
Si respondi6 SI, c6mo informo sobre el incidente7
8. eAlgon crimen de oda he stdo cometido an su comursdad?
S No No SB
Si respondi0 SI, 6cual fue Is base (marque todo to que corresponda)?
_ Raza _ Color
RellglOn
_ Origen Nacional
_Ascendence
_ Estado Civil Onersaci0n Sexual
_Genero
Eded
Situso6n familiar _ Fuerte Be Ingrersos
_ Disrapacidad
Otro (indique los detalles).
1
(Preguntas 9-10 son opcionales, sin embargo, su respuesta nos permitira
servir mejor a Is comundad. Su
respuesta individual sera confidential)
9. Categorla ttnica (seleccione una)
Hispano o L.atiino No Hispano o Latino
10 6Cual es su raza? (selection una o mas respuestas)
Indo Americano o Negro/
Nativo cis Alaska Asiatao Afroamencano
Hawalanos Natives o
Islas del Pacifico Blanco Otto
(6RACIAS!
Por favor entregue las encuesta a:
Maggi Sanchez, Secretary
City of Santa Clarita - Community Development Department
23920 W. Valencia Blvd. Suite 302
Santa Clarita, CA 91355
Telefono. (661) 286-4083
Email masanchez@santaclarita.com
ESTA ENCUESTA ES TAMBIEN DISPONIBLES POR INTERNET EN:
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A-5: Outreach List
ACTION Support Group
26893 Bouquet Canyon, C134
Santa Clarita
CA
91350
Ca
Quashen
American Association of University Women
30012 Luzon Drive
Santa Clarita
CA
91390
Diane
Bartle
American Cancer Society
25020 W. Avenue Stanford, Suite 170
Santa Clarita
CA
91355
Tameka
American Heart Association - SCV Division
816 S. Figueroa Street
Los Angeles
CA
90017
Karen
Jacobs
American Red Cross
23838 Valencia Blvd #120
Santa Clarita
CA
91355
Assistance League of Santa Clarita
24364 Main Street
Santa Clarita
CA
91321
ATEAM
P.O. Box 800277
Santa Clarita
CA
91380
Judy
Belty
Avenues Supported Living Services
28415 Industry Drive #502
Santa Clarita
CA
91355
1 Scott
Shepard
Betty Ferguson Foundation
25510 W. Avenue Stanford #104
Santa Clarita
CA
91355
Jane
Bettencourt-Soto
Boy Scouts of America
16525 Sherman Way, #C-8
Van Nus
CA
91406
Tenille
Leigh
Bos and Gids Club of SCV
24909 Newhall Avenue
Santa Clarita
CA
91321
Jim
Ventress
Bridges to Ability
P.O. Box 801715
Santa Clarita
CA
91380
Dave
Chase
Brenda Mehling Cancer Fund
23841 Foxwood Court
Santa Clarita
CA
91354
Kieran
Won
California Youth Chess League
25405 Via Nautica
Santa Clarita
CA
91355
Jay
Stallings
Canyon Theatre Guild
24242 San Fernando Road
Santa Clarita
CA
91321
Tim Ben
Bo dston
Carousel Ranch, Inc.
34289 Rocking Horse Road
Aqua Dulce
CA
91390
Denise
Tome
Child 8 Family Center
21545 Centre Pointe Parkway
Santa Clarita
CA
91350
1 LBrandon
McGreevy
Children's Network International
26450 Ruether Avenue, Suite 208
Santa Clarita
CA
91350
Roger
Pres rove
Circle of Hoe
23560 Lyons Avenue, Suite 224
Santa Clarita
CA
91321
Janet
Hinde
City of Santa Clarita
23920 Valencia Boulevard, #300
Santa Clarita
CA
91355
College of the Canyon Foundation
26455 Rockwell Canyon Road
Santa Clarita
CA
91355
Domestic Violence Center of SCV
24911 Avenue Stanford, Suite 110
Santa Clarita
CA
91355
Linda
Davies
Family Promise
18565 Soledad Canyon Road, #133
Santa Clarita
CA
91351
Chris
Na'arro
Foundation for Children's Dental Health
27943 Seco Canyon Road, Unit 527
Santa Clarita
CA
91350
Ericka
I Watson
Friends of Castaic Lake
P.O. Box 6
Castaic
CA
91384
Clay
Friedman
Friends of Hart Park 8 Museum
P.O. Box 220418
Santa Clarita
CA
1 91322
Mari
Bertram
Friends of the Libra c/o Valencia Library
23743 W. Valencia Blvd.
Santa Clarita
CA
91355
Friends of Mentryville
P.O. Box 802993
Santa Clarita
CA
91380
Duane
Harte
Girl Scouts of Greater Los Angeles
801 S. Grand Avenue, Suite 300
Los Angeles
CA
91107
Shelly
Blechman
HandsOn Santa Clarita
25201 Avenue Tibbitts, Suite 202
Santa Clarita
CA
91355
Seema
Shah
Heads -Up Therapy with Horses
P.O. Box 1856
Santa Clarita
CA
91386
Nancy
Pitchford
Help The Children
25030 Avenue Tibbitts, Suite L
Santa Clarita
CA
91355
Henry Mayo Newhall Memorial Health
Foundation
23845 McBean Parkway
Santa Clarita
CA
91355
Diana
Vose
HenryMao Newhall Memorial Hospital
23845 McBean Parkway
Santa Clarita
CA
915
Maria
Strmsek
Jack 8 Jill
23904 Rancho Court
Valencia
CA
9135354
Junior Achievement
25511 Hardy Place
Stevenson
Ranch
CA
91381
Sabrina
McDougall
Consolidated Plan SANTA CLARITA A-17
OMB Control No: 2506-0117 )exp. 07/31/2015)
Organization Name
Mailing Address
City
ST
ZIP
Code
Contact
First Name
Contact
Last Name
Kids are the Cause
21564 Parvin Drive
Santa Clarita
CA
91350
Natalie
Ramirez
Kidsha a Foundation
24607 Walnut Street
Santa Clarita
CA
91321
Christiane
Wert
Kiwanis Club of Santa Clarita
28806 Rock Canyon Drive
Santa Clarita
CA
91390
Janie
Choate
Kiwanis Club of Santa Clarita
P.O. Box 221205
Santa Clarita
CA
91322
Am
Latin American Civic Association
14540 Blythe Street, Apt. 100
Panorama City
CA
91402
Norma
-Spencer
Fuenzalida
LifeOuest Foundation
25460 Sheffield Lane
Santa Clarita
CA
91350
John
Powell
Los Angeles Residential Community
Foundation
29890 Bouquet Canyon Road
Santa Clarita
CA
91390
Kathleen
Sturkey
Lutheran Social Services
18277 Soledad Canyon Road
Santa Clarita
CA
91387
Jan
Masada
Michael HoefBin Foundation
26470 Ruether Avenue, Suite 101
Santa Clarita
CA
91350
Gillian
Stone
Newhall Rotary Club
P.O. Box 220492
Santa Clarita
CA
91322
Tony
Inderbitzen
Old Town Newhall Association
24336 Main Street
Santa Clarita
CA
91321
Suzie
Szabo
Old West Masonic Lodge, #813
P.O. Box 220404
Santa Clarita
CA
91322
Billy
Bowles
Placenta Canyon Nature Center Associates
19152 Placenta Canyon Road
Santa Clarita
CA
91321
Jim
Southwell
Pleasantview Industries
27921 Urbandale Avenue
Santa Clarita
CA
91350
Gerry
Howard
Providence Holy Cross
15031 Rinaldi Street
Mission Hills
CA
91346
Bridget
Loden
Ra doll Restoration Foundation
28607 N. Hiah Rid a Drive
Santa Clarita
CA
91390
Teri Lee
Cadiente
Repertory East Playhouse
24266 San Fernando Road
Santa Clarita
CA
91321
Samuel Dixon Family Health Centers, Inc.
25115 Avenue Stanford, Suite A-104
Valencia
CA
91384
Katie
Starke
Santa Clarita Adult Day Health Care
23911 Calgrove Boulevard
Santa Clarita
CA
91321
Linda
Alexander-
Lieblan
Santa Clarita Ballet
26798 Oak Avenue
Santa Clarita
CA
91351
Corrine
Glover
Santa Clarita Community Development
Corporation
20850 Centre Pointe Parkway
Santa Clarita
CA
91350
Tim
Davis
Santa Clarita Elks Lodge No 2379
17766 Sierra Highway
Santa Clarita
CA
91351
Larry
Lousber
Santa Clarita Special Olympics
24779 Valley Street
Santa Clarita
CA
91321
Clark
Chris
Saugus Union School District
24930 Avenue Stanford
Santa Clarita
CA
91355
Paul
De La Cerda
SCOPE
P.O. Box 1182
Santa Clarita
CA
91386
SCV Athletic Association
27618 Open Crest Drive
Santa Clarita
CA
91350
Kim
Schafer
SCV Chamber of Commerce
28460 Avenue Stanford Suite 100
Santa Clarita
CA
91355
Terri
Crain
SCV Committee on Aging
22900 Market Street
Santa Clarita
CA
91321
Rachelle
Dardeau
SCV Concert Band
P.O. Box 55002
Santa Clarita
CA
91385
Bartos
Jim
SCV Economic Development Corporation
26355 Rockwell Canyon Road, UCEN
Santa Clarite
CA
91355
Stade
House
SCV Family Promise
25718 McBean Parkway
Santa Clarha
CA
91350
SCV Council PTA
27226 Trinidad Court
Santa Clarita
CA
91354
SCV Family YMCA
26147 McBean Parkway
Santa Clarita
CA
91355
Christopher
Clark
SCV Food Pantry
24133 Railroad Avenue
Santa Clarita
CA
91321
Belinda
Crawford
SCV Historical Society
P.O. Box 221925
Santa Clarita
CA
91322
SCV Jaycees
P.O. Box 221627
Santa Clarita
CA
91322
SCV Lions Club
P.O. Box 220101
Santa Clarita
CA
91322
Consolidated Plan SANTA CLARITA A-18
OMB Control No: 2506-0117 (exp. 07/31/2015)
Organization Name '"
Mailing Address
City
ST
I_
Zip
Code
Contact
First Name
Contact
Last Name
SCV Optimist Club
P.O. Box 1446
Santa Clarita
CA
91351
SCV Preqnancy Center
23838 Valencia Boulevard
Santa Clarita
CA
91355
Angela
Bennett
SCV Safe Rides
P.O. Box 3001
Santa Clarita
CA
91386
Penny
Upton
SCV School 8 Business Alliance
21515 Centre Pointe Parkway
Santa Clarita
CA
91350
Adrian
Estrada
SCV Sheriffs Station
23740 Magic Mountain Parkway
Santa Clarita
CA
91355
SCV Youth Orchestra
24555 Rockwell Canyon Road
Santa Clarita
CA
91355
Terry
Montross
SCV Youth Project
P.O. Box 801982
Santa Clarita
CA
91380
Kim
Goldman
Single Mother's Outreach
26881 Ruether Avenue
Santa Clarita
CA
91351
DaAnne
Smith
Society of St. Vincent De Paul
210 N. Avenue 21
Los Angeles
CA
91131
Ron
Mulvihill
Soro timist International of SCV
P.O. Box 802275
Santa Clarita
CA
91380
Cheri
Fleming
The Breast Cancer Resource Center, Inc.
23929 McBean Parkway, #215
Santa Clarita
CA
91355
Kimberly
Hass
The Gentle Barn Foundation
26910 Sierra Highway, D-8 #318
Santa Clarita
CA
91321
Jay
Weiner
Tiger Lily Cat Rescue
29236 Lotusgarden Drive
Santa Clarita
CA
91387
Bonnie
Breton
Val Verde Community Benefits Fund
Committee
30133 San Martinez Road, Ste A
Val Verde
CA
91384
Gina
Nordenstrom
Valencia Library/Literacy Center
23743 W. Valencia Boulevard
Santa Clarita
CA
91355
Donna
Serra
Valley Industrial Association
25709 Rye Canyon Road #105
Santa Clarita
CA
91385
Kathy
Norris
Valley Trauma Center
25115 Avenue Stanford, #B-122
Santa Clarita
CA
91355
Jae
Weiss
Visually Impaired Assistance Center
22900 Market Street
Santa Clarita
CA
91321
John
Zonta Club of SCV
P.O. Box 802332
Santa Clarita
CA
91380
President
-Taylor
North Los Angeles County Regional Center
15400 Sherman Way, Suite 170
Van Nus
CA
91406
George
Stevens
North Los Angeles County Regional Center
28470 West Avenue Stanford, Suite 100
Santa Clarita
CA
91355
Wells Faro Home Mortgage
24180 Lyons Aave
Newhall
CA
91321
Ling Chiun
Ben
Wells Faro Home Mortgage
19431 Soledad Canyon Road
Santa Clarita
CA
91351
Brian
Border
CHASE
26901 Sierra Hwy
Santa Clarita
CA
91321
Made R.
Glaser
CHASE
23402 W Lyons Ave
Newhall
CA
91321
Darin Holt
M.
CHASE
25882 Mc Bean Pkwy
Valencia
CA
91355
Alberto
Vargas
CHASE
24000 W Valencia Blvd
Valencia
CA
91355
Abdi
Escobar
CHASE
26500 Bouquet Canyon Rd
Saugus
CA
91350
Made R.
Glaser
CHASE
25880 The Old Rd, Ste E-1
Stevenson
Ranch
CA
91381
Levon
Bekarian
CHASE
16520 W Soledad Canyon Rd
Canyon Country
CA
91387
Darin Holt
M.
CHASE
27631 W Bouquet Canyon Rd
Saugus
CA
91350
Made R.
Glaser
CHASE
23910 Summerhill Ln
Valencia
CA
91354
Darin Holt
I M.
CHASE
28194 Newhall Ranch Rd
Santa Clarita
CA
91355
Levon
Bekarian
Greenli ht Financial Services
18200 Von Karman Ave #300
Irvine
CA
92162
Bank of America - Home Loans
24740 Valley St
Newhall
CA
91321
Bank of America - Home Loans
19120 Soledad Canyon Rd
Canyon Country
CA
91351
Bank of America - Home Loans
26595 Golden Valle Road
Santa Clarita
CA
91350
Bank of America - Home Loans
23929 Valencia Blvd
Valencia
CA
91355
Consolidated Plan SANTA CLARITA A-19
OMB Control No: 2506-0117 (exp. 07/31/2015)
Bank of America - Home Loans
26811 N Bouquet Canyon Rd
Saugus
CA
91350
Bank of America - Home Loans
26960 the Old Road
Stevenson
Ranch
CA
91381
Bank of America - Home Loans
23862 Copper Hill Drive
Santa Clarita
CA
91354
Augusta Financial, Inc.
24018 Lyons Ave
Newhall
CA
91321
Mike
Meena
CashCall, Inc.
1600 S. Douglass Rd.
Anaheim
CA
92806
Logix
25945 The Old Road
Stevenson
Ranch
CA
91381
Lo ix
27051 McBean Pkwy, Suite 111
Valencia
CA
91355
Lo ix
26459 Bouquet Canyon Rd
Santa Clarita
CA
91350
Lo ix
19085 Golden Valley Rd, Suite 115
Canyon Country
CA
91387
Fla star Bank
25152 Springfield Court
Valencia
CA
91355
CitiBank
26542 Bouquet Canyon Rd
Saugus
CA
91350
CitiBank
23453 W. Lyons Ave
Valencia
CA
91355
CitiBank
19100 W. Soledad Canyon Rd
Canyon Country
CA
91351
Quicken Loans, Inc.
1050 Woodward Avenue
Detroit
MI
48226
Ally Bank
P.O. Box 951
Horsham
PA
19044
Southland Regional Association of Realtors
20655 Soledad Can on Road, Suite 33
Canyon Country
CA
1 91351
PLI Realty Inc.
818 1/2 E. Palmdale Blvd.
Palmdale
CA
93550
Juan A.
Bora
Property Management Professionals LLC
27413 Tourney Road, Suite 100
Valencia
CA
91355
Wendy
Heffernan
JLM Properties
27201 Tourney Rd. Suite 200E
Valencia
CA
91355
Jill
Rand
SCV Leasing, Inc.
25115 Avenue Stanford, A205
Santa Clarita
CA
91355
Jennie
Kin
Centennial Realty
18635 Soledad Canyon Road Suite 110
Canyon Country
CA
91351
Rick
Mahn
Keller -Davis Real Estate, Inc.
16670 Soledad Canyon Rd.
Canyon Country
CA
91387
Bob
Kellar
RealfttV World Legend
27413 Tourney Road Suite #150
Santa Clarita
CA
91390
Laura
Belter
RE/MAX of Santa Clarita
25101 The Old Road
Santa Clarita
CA
91381
Alice
O'Hare
Dilbeck Real Estate
25820 The Old Road
Valencia
CA
91381
Magdalena
Wright
Realty Executives
26650 The Old Road Suite 300
Santa Clarita
CA
91381
Jim
Tanner
Keller Williams
4061 Laurel Canyon Boulevard
Studio City
CA
91354
Elizabeth
Fenle
Keller Williams VIP Properties
25124 Springfield Court #100
Valencia
CA
91355
Teresa
Metro
Triple D Realty
24961 The Old Road, Suite 104
Stevenson
Ranch
CA
91381
Erika
Kauzlarich-Bird
Cobalt Realty Group
19040 Soledad Canyon Road, Suite 210
Santa Clarita
CA
91351
Tracy
I Hauser
Cinema Real Estate, Inc.
18350-A Soledad Canyon Road
Santa Clarita
CA
91387
Steven
Jones
Valley Oak Properties, Inc.
26810 Triumph Ave.
Canyon Country
CA
91387
Richard
Werth
Southern Oaks Mortgage/Realty
25115 Avenue Stanford, Suite 8220
Valencia
CA
91355
Jeff
Eisenberg
Troop Real Estate
23822 Valencia Blvd., #101
Valencia
CA
91355
Paul
Gonzales
Silver Creek Realty
25129 The Old Road, Suite 100
Santa Clarita
CA
91381
Richard
Szerman
CARES Realty, Inc.
11150 Sepulveda Blvd. Suite 200
Mission Hills
CA
91345
Steve
Liberman
Tartan Realty
16654 Soledad Canyon Road #511
Santa Clarita
CA
1 91387
Kathy
Macintosh
Consolidated Plan SANTA CLARITA A-20
OMB Control No: 25060117 (exp. 07/31/2015)
Santa Clarita Valley Relocation Services
28040 Industry Drive
Valencia
CA
91355
William
Kornfield
American Family Funding
28368 Constellation Road Suite 398
Santa Clarita
CA
91355
Fred
Arnold
Tristar Home Loans
28009 Smyth Drive
Valencia
CA
91355
Serena
Schaffer
The Paseo Financial Group, Inc.
27413 Tourney Road, Suite #140
Valencia
CA
91355
Douglas J.
Sedam
Pacific Funding Mortgage Division
25350 Magic Mountain Parkway #190
Valencia
CA
91355
Mike
Moeller
Security Bancorp
24961 The Old Road
Stevenson
Ranch
CA
91381
Rebecca
Uribe
Stress Free Mortgage
23734 Valencia Blvd., #206
Valencia
CA
91355
Linda
Fleischmann
Golden Empire Mortgage, Inc.
27955 Smyth Drive, Suite 108
Santa Clarita
CA
91355
Mark
White
imorta e
25152 Springfield Court, #150
Valencia
CA
91355
Aberdeen Management Co., Inc.
2829 N. Glenoaks Blvd. #104
Burbank
CA
91504
Lynette
Findlay
Euclid Management Company
25115 West Avenue Stanford, Ste. 107
Valencia
CA
91355
Glennon
Gra
Southern California Real Estate M mt., Inc.
26639 Valley Center Drive, Suite 108
Santa Clarita
CA
91351
Ken
Determan
CENTURY 21 Newhall Valencia Realty, Inc.
27201 Tourney Rd, Ste 201-W
Valencia
CA
91355
California Association of Realtors
525 South Virgil Avenue
Los Angeles
CA
90020
Valencia United Methodist Church
25718 McBean Parkway
Valencia
CA
91355
John
Shaver
Village Church
24802 Alderbrook Drive
Newhall
CA
91321
Candy
Veluzat
St. Clare of Assisi Church
19606 Calla Way
Santa Clarita
CA
91351
Hope Vineyard Community Church
19425 - B Soledad Cyn Rd #301
Canyon Country
CA
91351
Peter
Mano
The Church on the Way
23415 Cinema Drive
Valencia
CA
91355
Doug
Anderson
Valencia Christian Center
26860 Seco Canyon Road
Santa Clarita
CA
91350
Derick
Dimry
Bataan Baptist Family Fellowship
PO Box 803381
Santa Clarita
CA
91355
Robert
Cooper
North ark Community Church
28310 Kelly Johnson Pkwy.
Santa Clarita
CA
91355
Kim
I Sa ardis
Bridge Housing
2202 30th St.
San Diego
CA
92104
Brad
Wiblin
Habitat for Humanity
17700 S Figueroa St
Gardena
CA
90248
Veronica
Garcia
Jamboree Housing Corporation
17701 Cowan Ave., Suite 200
Irvine
CA
92614
Laura
Archuleta
Los Angeles Community Design Center
450 N Wilmington Blvd
Wilmington
CA
90744
Robin
Hughes
National CORE
9065 Haven Ave., Suite 100
Rancho
Cucamonga
CA
91730
Steve
PonTell
The Olson Company
3010 Old Ranch Pkwy, Suite 100
Seal Beach
CA
90740
Todd J.
Olson
Castaic Union School District
28131 Livingston Avenue
Valencia
CA
91355
James M.
Gibson
Newhall School District
25375 Orchard Villa a Road, Suite 200
1 Santa Clarita
CA
91355Dr.
Marc
Wlinger
Sulphur Springs School District
27000 Weyerhaeuser Way.
Canyon Count
CA
91351
Dr, Robert
Nolet
William S. Hart High School District
21515 Centre Pointe ParkwaySanta
Clarita
CA
91350
Robert
Challinor
Consolidated Plan SANTA CIARITA A-21
OMB Control No: 2506-0117 (exp. 07/31/2015)
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Survey online at:
www.santa-clarita.com
And please join us for a workshop to
share your concerns and suggestions!
Workshop #1
City Hall
Century Room, In Floor
23920 Valencia Boulevard
Santa Clarita, CA 91355
Saturday
November 16, 2013
10:00 a.m.
SANTA CLARITA
Workshop #2
Newhall Community Center
22421 Market Street
Santa Clarita, CA 91321
Wednesday
November 20,1013
6:00 a.m.
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Talleres Comunitarios
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prioridades locales para promover las practicas
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FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Contact: Jessica Jackson
September 23, 2013 (661) 255-4903
CITY SEEKING RESIDENT FEEDBACK ON
HOUSING AND COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT NEEDS
The City of Santa Clarita is encouraging residents to participate in a 21 question
survey to provide feedback on housing and community development needs within the
City. The Community Development Survey is available online now through December
2013 at http://www.surveymonkey.com/s/SantaClariti English. A Spanish version is
also available at httl2://www.surveymt)nkey.ct)m/,,NiitaC]arita Spanish.
The City receives approximately $1.2 million in Community Development Block
Grant funds each ,year for housing and community development projects. The annual
grants can be used to provide services such as youth sports programs, activities for
disabled persons, and mental health counseling which benefit lower-income residents.
New senior centers, community centers, or parks can also be achieved through
Community Development Block Grant funding. Survey results will help the City
determine the greatest needs in the community and how to effectively distribute funds.
"I want to encourage residents to take a few minutes and participate in this
survey. The feedback we receive is so helpful when determining the highest and best
use for these particular grant funds," commented Mayor Bob Kellar.
For more information or to participate in the Community Development Survey,
please contact project Technician Terasa Sullivan at (661) 255-4368 or visit Santa-
Clarita.ann/Index.asi2x?pigr 244.
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The City needs your help in identifying the current needs and priorities in our community)
Here are some ways you can assist us in getting the word out:
D Distribute the attached flyers to your clients and encourage attendance atone oftwo Workshops]
D Participate in the Community Needs Survey. Encourage others to take the surveyl
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Please see the attached flyer for a Focus Group specifically designed for organizations and service providers like youl We need to hear from you and whatthe
current needs are in our commundyl Please plan on attending:
City Hall - Century Room, l^ floor
Wednesday, November 20, 2013
2:00 p.m.
This is different than the Community Workshop email I sent out on Friday. Those are for the general public and this Focus Group a for professional service
Providers, The flyer attached was also mailed out last week, RSVP required.
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CDBG FUNDING OPPORTUNITY
Please join us at one of the funding meetings to he held at:
City Hall -Century Room, 1•' Floor
23920 Valencia Boulevard
Santa Clarita, CA 91355
Monday, January 6, 2014 - 11:00 a.m.
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Tuesday, January 7, 2014 - 4:00 p.m.
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Call 661.255.4368 or email tsullivan(risanta-clarita.com
"Attendance Is mandatory to receive an application and be considered for funding.
At the meeting you will:
Learn the City's priorities for services.
Hear the greatest needs of lower-income residents in the City based on
the results of the Community Needs Assessment.
Understand how your organization maybe eligible for 2014-2015 CDBG
funding.
> Have an opportunity for questions.
*Receive an application for 2014-2015 CDBG funding.
(Applications will be due back within 3 weeks!)
To RSVP or for questions, please contact Terasa Sullivan,
Project Technician at 661.255.4368 or tsullivan(risanta-clarita.cum.
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Appendix C: Characteristics of Special Needs Populations
Seniors: To plan better for the upcoming needs of seniors, in 2008, the County of Los Angeles
Community and Senior Services, the City of Los Angeles Department of Aging and the Los
Angeles County Commission on Aging (LACCOA) collaborated on a large-scale needs
assessment of older residents. "L.A. County Seniors Count!" was a four-page survey distributed
to seniors age 60 and over. It contained 40 questions on daily living, health care, housing,
transportation, caregiving, demographics and more. About 100,000 surveys were given out at
senior centers, nutrition sites, In -Home Supportive Services (IHSS) clients, home delivered
meals routes, community centers, libraries, churches and synagogues, election polling places,
the Los Angeles County Fair, and other locations serving seniors. Seniors completed 16,500
questionnaires as part of the study (16.5 percent response rate)—the largest number of
completed needs assessment surveys found in the U.S. for a study of this type.
The majority of survey respondents were between the ages of 60 and 74 (65 percent) and
female (57 percent). More than half of respondents were white (54 percent) and almost one-
quarter of respondents were Hispanic or Latino. One-quarter of respondents reported having a
high school diploma, and one-third reported having a college degree. About two-thirds of
respondents reported having lived in Los Angeles County for 20 years or more with an average
length of residency of 32 years.
Nearly all survey respondents were found to have a need in at least one health-related area.
Specifically:
• Respondents reported not having complete health insurance—the biggest issues were in
the areas of dental insurance (61 percent) and prescription drug coverage (47 percent)
• Among specific areas of health care, dental care was most often identified as
unaffordable (18 percent)
• A large proportion of Los Angeles County seniors expressed interest in recreation,
education, entertainment and religious activities. Recreation and entertainment were the
most preferred activities with approximately one-half of respondents expressing interest.
In addition, approximately one-quarter of the seniors surveyed in Los Angeles County
reported that they were interested in volunteering. About the same amount (24 percent)
reported interest in community involvement.
A specific question in the survey assessed the issues that kept seniors from "doing the things
they like in the community." The most common reason given as a barrier was "don't know about
opportunities," followed by "transportation problems." A community can have a plentiful array of
services for seniors, but if seniors don't know the services exist, they can't take advantage of
them. With hundreds of sources of information about legal and benefit issues, many older adults
are not sure where to start. About one-fifth of older respondents reported having unmet
transportation needs for medical appointments, social activities, grocery shopping and for
assistance with special needs. Transportation needs were found to be the greatest for the oldest
seniors (age 85+) and for Asians/Pacific Islanders.
Housing costs in Los Angeles have risen sharply in recent years. Due to this economic downturn
and general cost of living increases, seniors are the most vulnerable as they move into their
retirement years with the hopes of using this important property asset to finance their golden
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years. For Los Angeles County's seniors, the issues of housing affordability and the need for
home maintenance services were prevalent. Approximately 25 percent of respondents reported
needing help with minor home repairs. 10 percent had problems finding an apartment and 10
percent had problems paying rent.
Persons With Disabilities: Persons with disabilities often have limited incomes, but extensive
needs for a variety of services. Furthermore, as the majority (more than 72 percent) of the City's
housing stock was constructed prior to 1990 (before the passage of the American with
Disabilities Act), accessible housing is also limited in supply.
People with disabilities have special health concerns, and obtaining accurate information about
disabilities in the community is important for guiding health promotion and disease prevention
efforts, estimating the need for and providing services, making policies, and monitoring progress
toward achieving national health objectives. However, this segment of the population is often
overlooked in routine population -based data collection. Questions on disabilities were added to
the 2002-03 Los Angeles County Health Survey (LACHS) to examine the prevalence and types
of disability, in order to help guide efforts directed at reducing disparities and improving quality of
life for persons with disabilities (PWD).
Accommodations for PWDs should be a part of both home and work environments. One-third
(33 percent) of PWDs reported that they either currently had (11 percent) or could benefit from
(25 percent) special modifications, adaptive equipment, or other features in their home. Knowing
where to be able to turn to for help could also be beneficial for PWDs. However, the survey
found that over half (58 percent) of PWDs did not know where to obtain information on their
disability.
In addition, an estimated 23 percent of PWDs of working age had no form of health insurance
coverage. By comparison, about 27 percent of people without a disability had no health
insurance. Over 25 percent of PWDs were covered by MediCal and 13 percent of PWDs
reported having no regular source of care. PWDs were also three times as likely as people
without a disability to report not receiving needed health care during the past year due to
transportation problems (17 percent versus 5 percent, respectively). Additional barriers reported
among PWDs include: not getting needed medical care during the past year because of the
physical layout of their physician's office (21 percent), and feeling unfairly treated by their own
doctor or clinic staff because of their disability (12 percent). Although the percent of PWDs that
reported having no insurance and having no regular source of care was lower than in people
without a disability, it is concerning that so many persons with disabilities are having difficulty
accessing the health care system, since they are likely to have more conditions requiring
medical care and management.
Nationally, participation in preventive health services has been found to be lower among people
with disabilities compared to people without disabilities, perhaps due to a tendency to focus on
treating specific disabilities during healthcare visits rather than the needs of the whole person. In
the survey of LA County residents, slightly more PWDs (aged 65 or older) received the flu shot
during the past year compared to those (aged 65 or older) without a disability (73 percent and 68
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percent, respectively), and a lower percentage of women with a disability received a pap smear
in the past 3 years (78 percent) compared to women without a disability (87 percent).
Large Households: As noted by various nonprofit service agencies and demonstrated by the
CHAS data, the limited availability of affordable and adequately sized units is a continual
problem faced by many lower income large households.
Single Parent Households: In 2012, First 5 LA completed a series of Best Start Community
Assessments in 14 high need communities throughout Los Angeles County in order to better
understand and document the current needs and resources for families in local neighborhoods.
While Santa Clarita was not one of the 14 communities chosen for a detailed assessment,
nearby Pacoima was selected. The Pacoima study area also included the neighboring of
Mission Hills, Arleta, Sylmar, Lake View Terrace, and San Fernando. The Best Start Pacoima
Assessment documented the following needs that are also applicable to the Santa Clarita
community:
• Childhood Obesity: Four year old children living in the study area were slightly more
likely to be overweight compared to all children in LA County. Children in this community
were less likely to eat fast food at least once a week (39 percent) than LA County
children (48 percent); however, children were more likely to drink soda or other
sweetened beverages at least once per day (57 percent) compared to all LA County
children (43 percent). Furthermore, the majority (62 percent) of children and adolescents
(6-17 years old) did NOT meet standards for physical activity, (exercising at least an
hour a day for 5 days a week), in 2007.
• Child Care: One-fifth (20 percent) of children were in child care for more than 10 hours a
week, and 53 percent of parents who needed child care found it very or somewhat
difficult to obtain this child care. Affordable, high quality child care and preschool
programs were identified as the two biggest gaps in the community.
• Coordination of Resources: Participants interviewed for the Best Start Assessment noted
that despite the existence of resources within the community, it is difficult for some
families to qualify for support services. A handful of community residents and service
providers shared that there was also a lack of connection between community residents
and government officials.
• Parental Education: Many Pacoima residents said that there is a great need for support
services, specifically for parenting. They expressed a desire for classes and workshops
on the following topics: parenting, English language learning, nutrition, and financial
education. Participants also expressed a desire for a parent resource center in the
community. A handful of participants underscored the need for more parent workshops,
centers, and other resources to support families, especially single parents.
• Prenatal Healthcare: Access to prenatal care was also a significant challenge, and some
participants were unaware of the clinics that provide basic healthcare within the
community.
• Transportation: Inadequate transportation service and high transportation costs were
identified as barriers to accessing social service facilities and programs. Participants
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noted that public transportation routes often don't reach needed destinations and that
existing transportation services are too costly and not frequent enough.
Victims of Domestic Violence: The Domestic Violence Center of Santa Clarita Valley provides
shelter and support services for abuse victims. During the 2012-2013 Fiscal Year the agency
provided emergency shelter to 114 women and children and provided services to 224 new and
723 continuing clients. The Domestic Violence Center attended the Focus Group Workshop and
indicated a need for additional affordable housing options and access to jobs for victims of
domestic violence. In addition, as part of a year-long process of education and training,
domestic and sexual violence advocates from the Los Angeles area convened in Fall 2010 to
develop recommendations for policy makers to help victims of domestic and sexual violence.
Specifically, advocates prioritized the following six needs:
• Vulnerable Populations: Continue and expand support for particularly vulnerable
populations including the elderly and the disabled and fund services for currently
underserved populations including victims of gang -affiliated batterers, immigrants, and
gay, lesbian, bisexual, transgender, and male victims. Overwhelmingly, advocates
recommended expanding the types of victims that the Violence Against Women Act
programs are authorized to serve and increasing the capacity of service providers and
law enforcement to meet the needs of diverse communities. Specifically, the advocates
promoted expanding the definition of underserved communities to explicitly include the
LGBTQ community and victims of gang -affiliated batterers.
• Prevention Education: Invest in primary prevention education and programming for youth
on how to build healthy relationships and prevent teen dating violence. Existing teen
programs created in the last reauthorization of VAWA remain largely focused on victim
services and do not include prevention programming. Advocates highlighted the need to
address primary prevention and create more services, with schools as the hub to support
prevention education and promote healthy relationship skills. Speakers also emphasized
the need to begin teaching students in middle school before they start dating and before
the most at -risk students drop out of school.
• Substance Abuse/Mental Health Services: Provide training and more comprehensive
services to help victims struggling with substance abuse and mental health disorders.
Research shows that abuse plays a significant role in the development and exacerbation
of mental disorders and substance abuse problems, increases the risk for victimization
and influences recovery from a range of psychiatric illnesses. When victims enter
domestic violence programs and uncover the initial trauma, they need to simultaneously
address mental health and/or substance abuse issues to avoid relapse.
• Family Court Assistance: Increase support for victims with Family Court custody,
visitation, and assistance needs. Safe Havens was created to fund centers where
children could be exchanged between parents or visit with non-custodial parents in a
safe manner. Safe Havens practitioners are reportedly seeing increased numbers of
battered parents as the visiting parent. Unfortunately, battered mothers are increasingly
losing custody of their children to abusive partners who are more likely to contest
custody and often have more resources to pursue action via the family courts. In
addition, some providers are unaware of or lack the ability to address subtle tactics of
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harassment and psychological abuse perpetrated by batterers against both victims and
children while utilizing the services of the center.
• Sexual Assault: Augment programs and services for sexual assault survivors, particularly
veterans. Sexual assault specific services remain underfunded at the federal level. Other
funding sources through VAWA limit the amount of funding they give to sexual assault
specific programs. Also, a growing area of concern is the number of sexual assaults
committed and experienced by military personnel. The assailants are typically known to
the victims and usually superiors or colleagues, making reporting difficult.
• HIV/AIDS: Revise language in Grants to Encourage Arrest Program to remove identical
state requirement regarding HIV/AIDS testing. Grantees who participate in the Grants to
Encourage Arrest grant are subject to the requirement that states implement legislation
regarding HIV/AIDS testing that is identical to federal statute or lose five percent of the
grant. As a result, this requirement deprives many programs from receiving funding in
states, such as California, that already have very protective statutes and are therefore
unlikely to change their statute.
Farmworkers: Most of the remaining agriculture in Los Angeles County is in the Antelope Valley.
There are only four farms left in the Santa Clarita Valley area, and no working farms within
Santa Clarita's city limits. If there are any farm workers living in the City, they would have the
same needs as other persons with similar incomes.
Persons with Drug/Alcohol Addictions: The Los Angeles County Department of Public Health
tracks data on drug related deaths. According to their records, the top three most commonly
detected pharmaceuticals were all opioid pain relievers. Heroin, cocaine, and methamphetamine
were the most commonly detected illicit drugs. In general, the data shows that Whites are more
likely to abuse pharmaceuticals than illicit drugs, while the reverse is true for Blacks and
Hispanics. The Los Angeles County Department of Public Health has identified the following
needs in the region, related to prescription drug abuse:
• Training and Education: Raise awareness about prescription drug abuse through the
education of parents, youth, patients, educational professionals, and health care
providers.
• Tracking and Monitoring: California's database, CURES, has more than 200 million
entries of controlled substance drugs that are dispensed. Through CURES/PDMP, health
care providers are able to identify possible patterns of controlled substance abuse (e.g.,
doctor shopping) and make better prescribing decisions in combating prescription drug
abuse with regard to controlled substances. CURES/PDMP can also be used by
professional licensing boards to identify clinicians with patterns of inappropriate
prescribing and dispensing controlled substances, and to assist law enforcement in
cases of controlled substance diversion. At this time, CURES/PDMP enrollment and
usage is optional, which leads to an underestimation of the number of prescribers and
users.
• Disposal: The safe disposal of unused and unwanted prescription products can be
challenging, as most medical providers and pharmacies will not take them back from
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patients on a routine basis. However, it is important to remove these prescription
medications from the community safely so that they are not misused.
Information on alcohol outlets within Los Angeles County was obtained from the California
Department of Alcoholic Beverage Control (ABC). ABC categorizes alcohol outlets as either on
premises (where alcohol is to be consumed on site such as restaurants and bars) and off
premises (where alcohol is to be consumed off site such as liquor stores and grocery stores).
The County's Department of Public Health has classified the City of Santa Clarita as having a
High density of on premises alcohol outlets and Medium density of off premises alcohol outlets.
Communities with a High density of alcohol outlets overall are nine to 10 times more likely to
have increased rates of violent crime. In addition, communities with a High density of on
premises alcohol outlets are four times more likely to have increased rates of alcohol involved
motor vehicle crashes. Despite being a relatively high density alcohol outlet jurisdiction, the
City's rates of alcohol related harms remains very low.
Veterans: Recent reports issued by the U.S. Department of Labor indicate that younger
veterans, who served their country after September 11, 2001, suffer higher year end
unemployment rates than older veterans and the general population. Veterans between the
ages of 18 and 24 continue to have unemployment rates around 20 percent. This rate of
unemployment is expected to increase substantially as U.S. troops stationed in Afghanistan exit
in 2014. In the coming years, Los Angeles can expect an influx of an additional 24,000 younger
veterans, with a project young veteran population of about 60,000 by 2017. As most Los
Angeles County veterans are young and have much of their working lives ahead of them,
resources and assistance that promote their skills and open doors to employment opportunities
should pay off both for them as individuals and for the community at large.
The many problems facing veterans and their families—homelessness, suicide, the effects of
traumatic brain injury, military sexual trauma, unemployment that exceeds the national average,
family needs, and others—are not necessarily the result of insufficient resources and programs
but rather the lack of optimal implementation. The thousands of community-based organizations
that serve veterans struggle to provide appropriate and effective services in the absence of
consistent guidance or support. Only about one-half of young veterans have pursued the VA
care for which they are eligible, with some preferring to seek care elsewhere and many others
unaware of the resources available to them. Those that do wait months for their claims to be
adjudicated; veterans in Los Angeles wait an average of 377 days - more than a year - to receive
a response to their VA claims. On issues such as housing, business startup opportunities, family
counseling, and even educational benefits, available services are usually disjointed, making it
difficult for veterans to find needed and timely assistance.
To address the needs of local veterans, the United Way of Greater Los Angeles recommends
the following policies and actions:
• Build a Coherent Infrastructure: There is no "center of gravity" for the Los Angeles
veteran community. Many nonprofits are doing outstanding work to meet the needs of
veterans and would benefit enormously from a coordinated approach whereby a network
of providers - including local VA leadership and engaged partners in the civic, business
and philanthropic sectors - could ensure that no veteran slips through the cracks.
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• Build the Capacity of Nonprofit Organizations Offering Employment Services to
Veterans: Provide these organizations with support and training so they can build their
capacity and make sure veterans are receiving effective, high-quality services.
• Create Pathways to Employment: It is crucial that veterans have supported pathways
into the labor force that result in opportunities for accessing and sustaining employment.
This includes job readiness training programs that help them transition from military to
civilian careers as well as support with job placement and retention. Likewise, employers
need to be brought to the table as a partner in this work to help them understand the
value of hiring veterans and give input on shaping programs to meet their needs.
Connecting the local business community with service providers will also create a
network of support that will help our veterans and therefore, our businesses, succeed.
• Advocate for Relevant and Timely Data: The most current information we have about
veterans in LA County comes from the US Census' American Community Survey (ACS)
of 2010, which is nearly 3 years old. Thousands more veterans have returned to Los
Angeles since then, and their needs are unknown.
Foster Children: Foster youth have suffered the trauma of abuse and neglect. Their time in
foster care is often characterized by frequent changes in home and school placement, with a
resulting lack of stability on almost every front. Statewide, two to four years after leaving care,
half of these young people still do not have a high school diploma or GED, and fewer than ten
percent enter college. Nearly one-third end up on public assistance within 15 months, and
eventually, more than one-third will be arrested or convicted of a crime. Positive school
experiences are critical to grade -level performance, promotion, and high school graduation, as
well as successful transition to adulthood.
The Los Angeles County Education Coordinating Council (ECC) conducted a series of 12 focus
groups with youth currently or formerly under the care of the Los Angeles County Department of
Children and Family Services (DCFS) and Probation Department. The purpose of these focus
groups was to give the youth an opportunity to share their concerns and identify barriers
affecting their ability to do well academically. The vast majority of the young people interviewed
reported attending numerous schools—some as many as 50 different institutions. An overarching
theme for the youth participating in the focus groups was the importance of family as a resource.
The following were identified by foster youth as their priority needs:
• Caring Adults: The most repeated need was the desire to have someone in their lives
who cares about their welfare and who can encourage them. In addition to family
members, these adults include program staff, social workers, and probation officers who
were perceived as genuinely caring for the youth they work with.
• Good Teachers: Older foster youth were particularly vocal about their experiences with
"good teachers"—teachers from whom they learned and teachers who seem to genuinely
care about students. Young people also noted the need for consistent monitoring of
educational progress and the importance of practical knowledge versus being taught to
"pass an exam.°
• Positive Role Models: Many foster youth expressed a desire to interact with adults who
had been former foster youth themselves or other adults with shared or similar pasts.
The importance of positive role models was highlighted by foster youth.
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• Assistance with the 'Basics": Young people identified assistance with tutoring,
schoolwork, and passing the exit exam (particularly in math subjects) as important
needs.
• School Counselors: Participants cited the importance of school counselors who
understand the probation system and have a desire to help foster youth.
• Better Prepared Foster Parents: The majority of youth expressed ambivalence toward
foster parents and recounted both positive and negative stories about their experiences
with their foster parents. Foster parents were generally not identified as a trustworthy
resource. Participants identified the need to better screen and train foster parents,
especially regarding their obligations and how school systems function.
• School Stability: Most of the foster youth expressed a desire to remain in one school—
provided it had a positive learning environment. The constant movement from school to
school also often created delays in paperwork and enrollment resulting in missed school
days, repeated courses and enrollments in the wrong grade level or courses.
• Lack of Information on Available Resources: Many foster youth were unaware of
available after school programs and resources and very few have actually participated in
these programs.
• Transportation: Participants cited an absence of reliable, affordable, and safe
transportation to and from classes and available programs.
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APPLICATION FOR
Version 7103
FEDERAL ASSISTANCE
2. DATE SUBMITTED
AppplicantIdentifier
B-14-MC060576
1. TYPE OF SUBMISSION:
3. DATE RECEIVED BY STATE
State Application Identifier
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Construction
4. DATE RECEIVED BY FEDERAL AGENCY
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S. APPLICANT INFORMATION
Legal Name:
Organizational Unit:
Ci of Santa Clarda
City
Department,
Community Development Department
Organizational DUNS:
Division:
19-238-5573
Community Preservation
Address:
Name and telephone number of person to be contacted on matters
Involving this application (give area code)
Street:
23920 Valencia Boulevard
Prefix:
First Name:
Suite 300
Ms.
Armine
City:
Middle Name
Santa Clara
County:
Last Name
Los Angeles
Chaparyan
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Zip Code
Suffix:
California
91355
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Email:
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achaparyan@santa-clarita.com
6. EMPLOYER IDENTIFICATION NUMBER (EIN):
Phone Number (give area code)
Fax Number (give area code)
RE_®E 3 EET®
(661) 286-4195
(661) 286-4007
8. TYPE OF APPLICATION:
7. TYPE OF APPLICANT: (See back of form for Application Types)
V New In Continuation IIA Revision
Municipal
If Revision, enter appropriate leffer(s) in box(es)
See back of form for description of letters.)
(specify)
❑ ❑Other
S. NAME OF FEDERAL AGENCY:
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US Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD)
10. CATALOG OF FEDERAL DOMESTIC ASSISTANCE NUMBER:
11. DESCRIPTIVE TITLE OF APPLICANTS PROJECT:
1❑®— 2❑ 1❑®
Fiscal Year 2014-2015 One Year Action Plan
CDBG Program consisting of the provision of public services, affordable
TITLE (Name of Program):
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housing, community facilities, public improvements, and other related
programs.
12. AREAS AFFECTED BY PROJECT (Cities, Counties, States, etc.):
City of Santa Cladta
13, PROPOSED PROJECT
14. CONGRESSIONAL DISTRICTS OF:
Start Date:
Ending Date:
a. Applicant b. Project
07101/14
06/30/15
381h 38th
15. ESTIMATED FUNDING:
16. IS APPLICATION SUBJECT TO REVIEW BY STATE EXECUTIVE
ORDER 12372 PROCESS?
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a. Yes. o THIS PREAPPLICATIONIAPPLICATION WAS MADE
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AVAILABLE TO THE STATE EXECUTIVE ORDER 12372
PROCESS FOR REVIEW ON
DATE:
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OR PROGRAM HAS NOT BEEN SELECTED BY STATE
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c. State
d. Local
e. Other
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FOR REVIEW
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18. TO THE BEST OF MY KNOWLEDGE AND BELIEF, ALL DATA IN THIS APPLICATIONIPREAPPLICATION ARE TRUE AND CORRECT. THE
DOCUMENT HAS BEEN DULY AUTHORIZED BY THE GOVERNING BODY OF THE APPLICANT AND THE APPLICANT WILL COMPLY WITH THE
ATTACHED ASSURANCES IF THE ASSISTANCE IS AWARDED.
a. Authorized Re resenlative
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c. Telephone Number (give area code)
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661 255-4905
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Standard Form 424 (Rev.9-2003)
Prescribed by OMB Circular A-102
INSTRUCTIONS FOR THE SF -424
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instructions, searching existing data sources, gathering and maintaining the data needed, and completing and reviewing the collection of
information. Send comments regarding the burden estimate or any other aspect of this collection of information, including suggestions for
reducing this burden, to the Office of Management and Budget, Paperwork Reduction Project (0348-0043), Washington, DC 20503.
PLEASE DO NOT RETURN YOUR COMPLETED FORM TO THE OFFICE OF MANAGEMENT AND BUDGET. SEND IT TO THE
ADDRESS PROVIDED BY THE SPONSORING AGENCY.
This is a standard form used by applicants as a required face sheet for pre -applications and applications submitted for Federal
assistance. It will be used by Federal agencies to obtain applicant certification that States which have established a review and comment
procedure in response to Executive Order 12372 and have selected the program to be included in their process, have been given an
opportunity to review the applicant's submission.
Item:
Entry:
Item:
Entry:
1.
Select Type of Submission.
11.
Enter a brief descriptive title of the project. If more than one
program is involved, you should append an explanation on a
separate sheet. If appropriate (e.g., construction or real
property projects), attach a map showing project location. For
preapplications, use a separate sheet to provide a summary
description of this project.
2.
Date application submitted to Federal agency (or State if applicable)
12.
List only the largest political entities affected (e.g., State,
and applicant's control number (if applicable).
counties, cities).
3.
State use only (if applicable).
13
Enter the proposed start date and end date of the project.
4.
Enter Dale Received by Federal Agency
14.
List the applicant's Congressional District and any District(s)
Federal identifier number: If this application Is a continuation or
affected by the program or project
revision to an existing award, enter the present Federal Identifier
number. If for a new project, leave blank.
5.
Enter legal name of applicant, name of primary organizational unit
15
Amount requested or to be contributed during the first
(including division, if applicable), which will undertake the
funding/budget period by each contributor. Value of in kind
assistance activity, enter the organization's DUNS number
contributions should be included on appropriate lines as
(received from Dun and Bradstreet), enter the complete address of
applicable. If the action will result in a dollar change to an
the applicant (including country), and name, telephone number, e-
existing award, indicate only the amount of the change. For
mail and fax of the person to contact on matters related to this
decreases, enclose the amounts in parentheses. If both basic
application.
and supplemental amounts are included, show breakdown on
an attached sheet. For multiple program funding, use totals
and show breakdown using same categories as item 15.
6.
Enter Employer Identification Number (EIN) as assigned by the
16.
Applicants should contact the State Single Point of Contact
Internal Revenue Service.
(SPDC) for Federal Executive Order 12372 to determine
whether the application is subject to the State
intergovernmental review process.
7.
Select the appropriate letter in
17.
This question applies to the applicant organization, not the
the space provided. I. State Controlled
person who signs as the authorized representative. Categories
A. State Institution of Higher
of debt include delinquent audit disallowances, loans and
B. County Learning
taxes.
C. Municipal J. Private University
D. Township K. Indian Tribe
E. Interstate L. Individual
F. Intermunicipal M. Profit Organization
G. Special District N. Other (Specify)
H. Independent School O. Not for Profit
District Organization
8.
Select the type from the following list:
18
To be signed by the authorized representative of the applicant.
• "New' means a new assistance award.
A copy of the governing body's authorization for you to sign
• "Continuation" means an extension for an additional
this application as official representative must be on file in the
funding/budget period for a project with a projected completion
applicant's office. (Certain Federal agencies may require that
dale.
this authorization be submitted as part of the application.)
"Revision" means any change in the Federal Government's
financial obligation or contingent liability from an existing
obligation. If a revision enter the appropriate letter:
A. Increase Award B. Decrease Award
C. Increase Duration D. Decrease Duration
9.
Name of Federal agency from which assistance is being requested
with this application.
10.
Use the Catalog of Federal Domestic Assistance number and title of
the program under which assistance is requested.
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Certifications
In accordance with the applicable statutes and the regulations governing the Consolidated Plan
regulations, the jurisdiction certifies that:
Affirmatively Further Fair Housing -- The jurisdiction will affirmatively further fair housing, which
means it will conduct an Analysis of Impediments (AI) to Fair Housing Choice within the
jurisdiction, take appropriate actions to overcome the effects of any impediments identified
through that analysis, and maintain records reflecting that analysis and actions in this regard.
Anti -displacement and Relocation Plan -- It will comply with the acquisition and relocation
requirements of the Uniform Relocation Assistance and Real Property Acquisition Policies Act of
1970, as amended, and implementing regulations at 49 CFR 24; and it has in effect and is
following a residential antidisplacement and relocation assistance plan required under section
104(d) of the Housing and Community Development Act of 1974, as amended, in connection
with any activity assisted with funding under the CDBG or HOME programs.
Drug Free Workplace -- It will or will continue to provide a drug-free workplace by:
Publishing a statement notifying employees that the unlawful manufacture, distribution,
dispensing, possession, or use of a controlled substance is prohibited in the grantee's
workplace and specifying the actions that will be taken against employees for violation of
such prohibition;
Establishing an ongoing drug-free awareness program to inform employees about -
(a) The dangers of drug abuse in the workplace;
(b) The grantee's policy of maintaining a drug-free workplace;
(c) Any available drug counseling, rehabilitation, and employee assistance
programs; and
(d) The penalties that may be imposed upon employees for drug abuse violations
occurring in the workplace;
3. Making it a requirement that each employee to be engaged in the performance of the
grant be given a copy of the statement required by paragraph 1;
4. Notifying the employee in the statement required by paragraph 1 that, as a condition of
employment under the grant, the employee will -
(a) Abide by the terms of the statement; and
(b) Notify the employer in writing of his or her conviction for a violation of a
criminal drug statute occurring in the workplace no later than five calendar
days after such conviction;
Notifying the agency in writing, within ten calendar days after receiving notice under
subparagraph 4(b) from an employee or otherwise receiving actual notice of such
conviction. Employers of convicted employees must provide notice, including position
title, to every grant officer or other designee on whose grant activity the convicted
employee was working, unless the Federal agency has designated a central point for the
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receipt of such notices. Notice shall include the identification number(s) of each affected
grant;
6. Taking one of the following actions, within 30 calendar days of receiving notice under
subparagraph 4(b), with respect to any employee who is so convicted:
(a) Taking appropriate personnel action against such an employee, up to and
including termination, consistent with the requirements of the Rehabilitation
Act of 1973, as amended; or
(b) Requiring such employee to participate satisfactorily in a drug abuse
assistance or rehabilitation program approved for such purposes by a
Federal, State, or local health, law enforcement, or other appropriate agency;
Making a good faith effort to continue to maintain a drug-free workplace through
implementation of paragraphs 1, 2, 3, 4, 5 and 6.
Anti -Lobbying -- To the best of the jurisdiction's knowledge and belief:
No Federal appropriated funds have been paid or will be paid, by or on behalf of it, to any
person for influencing or attempting to influence an officer or employee of any agency, a
Member of Congress, an officer or employee of Congress, or an employee of a Member
of Congress in connection with the awarding of any Federal contract, the making of any
Federal grant, the making of any Federal loan, the entering into of any cooperative
agreement, and the extension, continuation, renewal, amendment, or modification of any
Federal contract, grant, loan, or cooperative agreement;
2. If any funds other than Federal appropriated funds have been paid or will be paid to any
person for influencing or attempting to influence an officer or employee of any agency, a
Member of Congress, an officer or employee of Congress, or an employee of a Member
of Congress in connection with this Federal contract, grant, loan, or cooperative
agreement, it will complete and submit Standard Form -LLL, "Disclosure Form to Report
Lobbying," in accordance with its instructions; and
3. It will require that the language of paragraph 1 and 2 of this anti -lobbying certification be
included in the award documents for all subawards at all tiers (including subcontracts,
subgrants, and contracts under grants, loans, and cooperative agreements) and that all
subrecipients shall certify and disclose accordingly.
Authority of Jurisdiction -- The Consolidated Plan is authorized under State and local law (as
applicable) and the jurisdiction possesses the legal authority to carry out the programs for which
it is seeking funding, in accordance with applicable HUD regulations.
Consistency with plan -- The housing activities to be undertaken with CDBG, HOME, ESG, and
HOPWA funds are consistent with the strategic plan.
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Section 3 -- It will comply with section 3 of the Housing and Urban Development Act of 1968,
and implementing regulations at 24 CFR Part 135.
Signature/Authorized Official Date
Title
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Specific CDBG Certifications
The Entitlement Community certifies that
Citizen Participation -- It is in full compliance and following a detailed Citizen Participation Plan
that satisfies the requirements of 24 CFR 91.105.
Community Development Plan — Its Consolidated Plan identifies community development and
housing needs and specifies both short-term and long-term community development objectives
that provide decent housing, expand economic opportunities primarily for persons of low and
moderate income. (See CFR 24 570.2 and CFR 24 part 570)
Following a Plan -- It is following a current Consolidated Plan that has been approved by HUD
Use of Funds -- It has complied with the following criteria:
Maximum Feasible Priority. With respect to activities expected to be assisted with CDBG
funds, it certifies that it has developed its Action Plan so as to give maximum feasible
priority to activities which benefit low and moderate income families or aid in the
prevention or elimination of slums or blight. The Action Plan may also include activities
which the grantee certifies are designed to meet other community development needs
having a particular urgency because existing conditions pose a serious and immediate
threat to the health or welfare of the community, and other financial resources are not
available).
2. Overall Benefit. The aggregate use of CDBG funds including Section 108 guaranteed
loans during program year(s) 2014-2015, 2015-2016 and 2016-2017 shall principally
benefit persons of low and moderate income in a manner that ensures that at least 70
percent of the amount is expended for activities that benefit such persons during the
designated period.
3. Special Assessments. It will not attempt to recover any capital costs of public
improvements assisted with CDBG funds including Section 108 loan guaranteed funds
by assessing any amount against properties owned and occupied by persons of low and
moderate income, including any fee charged or assessment made as a condition of
obtaining access to such public improvements. However, if CDBG funds are used to pay
the proportion of a fee or assessment that relates to the capital costs of public
improvements (assisted in part with CDBG funds) financed from other revenue sources,
an assessment or charge may be made against the property with respect to the public
improvements financed by a source other than CDBG funds. The jurisdiction will not
attempt to recover any capital costs of public improvements assisted with CDBG funds,
including Section 108, unless CDBG funds are used to pay the proportion of fee or
assessment attributable to the capital costs of public improvements financed from other
revenue sources. In this case, an assessment or charge may be made against the
property with respect to the public improvements financed by a source other than CDBG
funds. Also, in the case of properties owned and occupied by moderate -income (not low-
income) families, an assessment or charge may be made against the property for public
improvements financed by a source other than CDBG funds if the jurisdiction certifies
that it lacks CDBG funds to cover the assessment.
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Excessive Force -- It has adopted and is enforcing:
A policy prohibiting the use of excessive force by law enforcement agencies within its
jurisdiction against any individuals engaged in non-violent civil rights demonstrations;
and
2. A policy of enforcing applicable State and local laws against physically barring entrance
to or exit from a facility or location which is the subject of such non-violent civil rights
demonstrations within its jurisdiction;
Compliance With Anti -discrimination laws -- The grant will be conducted and administered in
conformity with title VI of the Civil Rights Act of 1964 (42 USC 2000d), the Fair Housing Act (42
USC 3601-3619), and implementing regulations.
Lead -Based Paint -- Its activities concerning lead-based paint will comply with the requirements
of 24 CFR Part 35, subparts A, B, J, K and R;
Compliance with Laws -- It will comply with applicable laws.
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Appendix to Certifications
Instructions Concerning Lobbying and Drug -Free Workplace Requirements:
A. Lobbying Certification
This certification is a material representation of fact upon which reliance was placed when this
transaction was made or entered into. Submission of this certification is a prerequisite for
making or entering into this transaction imposed by section 1352, title 31, U.S. Code. Any
person who fails to file the required certification shall be subject to a civil penalty of not less than
$10,000 and not more than $100,000 for each such failure.
B. Drug -Free Workplace Certification
By signing and/or submitting this application or grant agreement, the grantee is providing
the certification.
2. The certification is a material representation of fact upon which reliance is placed when
the agency awards the grant. If it is later determined that the grantee knowingly rendered
a false certification, or otherwise violates the requirements of the Drug -Free Workplace
Act, HUD, in addition to any other remedies available to the Federal Government, may
take action authorized under the Drug -Free Workplace Act.
3. Workplaces under grants, for grantees other than individuals, need not be identified on
the certification. If known, they may be identified in the grant application. If the grantee
does not identify the workplaces at the time of application, or upon award, if there is no
application, the grantee must keep the identity of the workplace(s) on file in its office and
make the information available for Federal inspection. Failure to identify all known
workplaces constitutes a violation of the grantee's drug-free workplace requirements.
Workplace identifications must include the actual address of buildings (or parts of
buildings) or other sites where work under the grant takes place. Categorical descriptions
may be used (e.g., all vehicles of a mass transit authority or State highway department
while in operation, State employees in each local unemployment office, performers in
concert halls or radio stations).
5. If the workplace identified to the agency changes during the performance of the grant,
the grantee shall inform the agency of the change(s), if it previously identified the
workplaces in question (see paragraph three).
6. The grantee may insert in the space provided below the site(s) for the performance of
work done in connection with the specific grant:
Place of Performance (Street address, city, county, state, zip code)
City of Santa Clarita
23920 Valencia Boulevard, Suite 300
Santa Clarita, CA 91355
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Check _✓_ if there are workplaces on file that are not identified here.
The certification with regard to the drug-free workplace is required by 24 CFR part 24, subpart F.
7. Definitions of terms in the Nonprocurement Suspension and Debarment common rule
and Drug -Free Workplace common rule apply to this certification. Grantees' attention is
called, in particular, to the following definitions from these rules:
"Controlled substance" means a controlled substance in Schedules I through V of the
Controlled Substances Act (21 U.S.C. 812) and as further defined by regulation (21 CFR
1308.11 through 1308.15);
"Conviction" means a finding of guilt (including a plea of nolo contendere) or imposition
of sentence, or both, by any judicial body charged with the responsibility to determine
violations of the Federal or State criminal drug statutes;
"Criminal drug statute" means a Federal or non -Federal criminal statute involving the
manufacture, distribution, dispensing, use, or possession of any controlled substance;
"Employee" means the employee of a grantee directly engaged in the performance of
work under a grant, including: (i) All "direct charge" employees; (ii) all "indirect charge"
employees unless their impact or involvement is insignificant to the performance of the
grant; and (iii) temporary personnel and consultants who are directly engaged in the
performance of work under the grant and who are on the grantee's payroll. This definition
does not include workers not on the payroll of the grantee (e.g., volunteers, even if used
to meet a matching requirement; consultants or independent contractors not on the
grantee's payroll; or employees of subrecipients or subcontractors in covered
workplaces).
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