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CITY OF PALM DESERT
CITY MANAGER'S OFFICE
MEETING DATE: May 28, 2020
PREPARED BY: Christopher Gerry, Management Analyst
REQUEST: Submission of the Fiscal Year (FY) 2020-21 Action Plan, FY 2019-20
Action Plan Amendment, FY 2018-22 Consolidated Plan Amendment to
the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development.
Recommendation
By Minute Motion:
1. Open the public hearing and receive comments regarding the Fiscal Year (FY)
2020-21 Action Plan, FY 2019-20 Action Plan Amendment, FY 2018-22
Consolidated Plan Amendment;
2. Approve submission of the FY 2020-21 Action Plan, FY 2019-20 Action Plan
Amendment, FY 2018-22 Consolidated Plan Amendment to the U.S.
Department of Housing and Urban Development; and
3. Authorize the Community Development Director as the Certifying Officer to
execute all federal documents relating to these grant activities.
Backaround
The Community Development Block Grant (CDBG) Program, which is administered by the U.S.
Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD), provides eligible jurisdictions federal
funds annually to address the needs of people with low and moderate income, allow for
neighborhood housing improvements and respond to urgent needs.
As a federally identified entitlement jurisdiction, the City is required to submit an application every
five years (Consolidated Plan) that outlines our community needs, and the appropriate goals and
objectives to address those needs. Also, the City is required to submit an application every year
(Action Plan) that includes funding recommendations addressing those goals and objectives
along with other federal requirements. In Fiscal Year (FY) 2020-21, the City will receive $409,923
in CDBG funds.
Under the Coronavirus Aid, Relief and Economic Securities Act (CARES Act), entitlement
jurisdictions will receive special allocations of CDBG-CV funds and statutory waivers for program
flexibility. Those statutory waivers must be included in a revised Citizen Participation Plan, which
is incorporated in the City's Consolidated Plan. The purpose of CDBG-CV funds are to prevent,
prepare for, and respond to the coronavirus. The City will receive $241,144 in CDBG-CV funds.
May 28, 2020 - Staff Report
HUD Activities
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Due to the statutory waivers (described below), the City also recommends reprogramming
$200,000 in CDBG funds from FY 2019-20. These funds are currently allocated toward a City Hall
Parking Lot Improvement Project.
As previously mentioned, the CARES Act also includes statutory waivers such as:
• Removes the public services cap for funding nonprofit organizations, which was previously
limited to 15% of an entitlement jurisdiction's CDBG funds.
• Reduces the public comment period from 30 days down to five days;
• Expedites HUD's review process to ensure activities are implemented immediately;
• Extends the deadline to submit the Action Plan from May 151h to August 161h; and
• Allows statutory waivers for unexpended CDBG and CDBG-CV funds in FY 2019-20 and
upcoming CDBG funds in FY 2020-21.
Therefore, City staff has taken a comprehensive approach to identify and recommend the highest
and best use of our CDBG and CDBG-CV funds under the statutory waivers. The funding
recommendations totaling $851,037 represent a diversity of community needs identified through
proactive outreach and an additional streamlined application process.
Highlights of the proposed program budget include:
• Over $350,000 awarded across nine nonprofit organizations to prevent, prepare for, or
respond to the coronavirus, including:
o Over 50% of nonprofit organizations located in Palm Desert;
o $81,000 in emergency food and shelter activities for people who are homeless
and/or food insecure;
o $50,000 in economic development activities;
• $250,000 in emergency rental assistance for market -rate rental properties, and low and
moderate -income households impacted by the coronavirus; and
• $200,000 in projects and activities located in the City's lowest income census tract.
On May 20, 2020, the Outside Agency Funding Committee (Committee) convened to review the
proposed CDBG and CDBG-CV funding recommendations (Attachment A). The Committee
recommended approval of the proposed budget. A summary of grant applications can also be
found as Attachment B. If approved, the funding recommendations and revised Citizen
Participation Plan (in the form of various federal documents) will be submitted to HUD for approval
on June 1, 2020. Finally, a supplemental memorandum will be provided of the final draft plans,
which are reflective of the attached budget recommendations and summary of grant applications.
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Fiscal Analvsis
There is no fiscal impact associated with this request.
LEGAL REVIEW DEPT. REVIEW
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Robert W. Hargreaves Lauri Aylaian
City Attorney City Manager
City Manager Lauri Aylaian: M
Attachments
A. CDBG/CV Funding Recommendations
B. Summary of Grant Applications
FINANCIAL REVIEW
Ya4vel"o V. IWoou
Janet Moore
Director of Finance
ASSISTANT CITY MANAGER
Andy Firestine
Assistant City Manager
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Attachment B
Summary of Grant Applications
Below you will find a summary of each grant application.
1. The Joslyn Center (Public Services)
• Requested Amount: $80,000
• Fundinq Recommendation: $80,000
• Proiect Description:
o The agency provides numerous services for seniors, including social and
health/wellness programs. Because of the coronavirus, the agency has faced
a substantial financial reduction due to cancelled fundraisers, losses in class
and activity fees, declining renewal and new memberships, and other reasons.
The agency continues to facilitate essential services such as home delivered
meals, food pantry activities and counseling services. The agency requests
funds to sustain the Joslyn Wellness Center, which provides counseling and
other wellness -related activities for seniors. The agency proposes to serve 250
residents (200 Palm Desert residents). The agency requests funds mostly to
sustain staffing and other activity costs.
2. Desert Arc (Public Services)
• Requested Amount: $60,000
• Fundinq Recommendation: $60,000
• Proiect Description:
o The agency enhances the quality of life and creates opportunities for people
with disabilities. Because of the coronavirus, the agency has faced a
substantial financial reduction due to cancelled fundraisers, reduced revenue -
generating programs and other reasons. The agency is developing a re-
opening plan that includes a phased approach to get clients back onsite.
Implementing the plan is costly, and includes conducting staff training,
purchasing personal protective equipment, and other costs. The agency
proposes to assist 481 residents (89 Palm Desert residents). The agency
requests funds to sustain staffing levels and implement activities relating to the
re -opening plan.
3. Coachella Valley Economic Partnership (Public Services)
• Requested Amount: $80,000
• Fundinq Recommendation: $50,000
• Program Description:
The agency promotes a diversified, year-round economy in the Coachella
Valley by facilitating programs that stimulate job creation in key industries
through business attraction, retention and expansion. Because of the
coronavirus, the agency is projecting a loss of $200,000 in grants, corporate
sponsorships and event revenue. Also, the agency projects the Coachella
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Valley will see unemployment rates in excess of 30% within the next 12 months
and the closure of hundreds of small businesses. Thousands of small
businesses will need urgent assistance with accessing small business loans,
grants, and CARES act funding. The agency requests funds to provide an
economic development response to the coronavirus by supporting small
businesses and entrepreneurs in Palm Desert. The agency proposes to serve
900 businesses (400 Palm Desert businesses). The agency requests funds to
sustain staffing costs.
4. Fair Housing Council of Riverside County (Public Services)
• Requested Amount: $40,100
• Fundinq Recommendation: $40,100
• Program Description:
o The agency provides fair housing services throughout Riverside County. As a
recipient of CDBG funds, the City is required to provide fair housing services.
The agency submitted jits application prior to coronavirus. The agency has
experienced an increase in requests because of the coronavirus as well. The
agency proposes to serve 475 households. The agency requests funds for
various operational costs.
5. St. Margaret's Episcopal Church (Public Services)
• Requested Amount: $31,000
• Fundinq Recommendation: $31,000
• Program Description:
o The agency's Neighbors-4-Neighbors Program provides assistance in the form
of food, clothing and shelter to low and moderate -income households
throughout the Coachella Valley. The agency previously used to serve 350 to
400 households with food weekly. Since the beginning of the quarantine, the
agency is now serving 800 to 950 households weekly. Because of social
distancing, the agency is distributing food in its parking lot. The agency has
incurred additional costs for shade tents, cones, caution tape, directional
cones, protective equipment and other activities. The agency has overspent
$11,000 on these costs and anticipate an additional expenditure of $8,000 to
$10,000 in the coming months. Furthermore, a walk-in cooling unit would
increase the efficiency and effectiveness of the operations. The agency
proposed to serve 6,300 households (2,520 Palm Desert households). The
agency is requesting funds for equipment and supply costs, including the
purchase of a walk-in cooling unit for perishable food.
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6. Coachella Valley Rescue Mission (Public Services)
• Requested Amount: $42,750
• Fundinq Recommendation: $25,000
• Program Description:
o The agency, which serves over 2,000 homeless households annually, has an
Emergency Services Program that provides basic needs to households
needing food, shelter, clothing, and case management. Due to food running
low and being purchased at a higher cost, the agency has expended twice as
much on food relative to last year. The agency has also incurred costs for
protective equipment, additional staffing hours and other costs. The agency
proposes to serve 6,060 residents (156 Palm Desert residents). The agency
requests funds for equipment, supplies and food purchases.
7. Desert AIDS Project (Public Services)
• Requested Amount: $50,000
• Fundinq Recommendation: $25,000
• Program Description:
o The agency's has taken a proactive approach to addressing the coronavirus
beginning days prior to Governor Newsome's executive order to shelter -in -
place. As an agency with experience in infectious diseases, it has revised its
business operations to provide coronavirus-related activities. For example, the
agency is providing coronavirus testing, antibody testing, referral to care and
treatment through its triage center; assisting patience's quarantined at home;
and other services. Because of the coronavirus and changing its business
operations (currently not receiving many fees for services), the agency
anticipates a $2.5 million budget shortfall through the end of fiscal year in June.
The agency proposes to assist 7,487 residents (185 Palm Desert residents).
The agency requests funds for supplies and protective equipment.
8. Martha's Village & Kitchen (Public Services)
• Requested Amount: $80,000
• Fundinq Recommendation: $25,000
• Proiect Description:
o The agency provides services to homeless people, including emergency
housing and supportive services. Its facility serves over 6,200 homeless people
annually. The agency has experienced a 400% increase in demand for housing
and supportive services since the beginning of the coronavirus. Consequently,
the agency has incurred increased costs for sanitation staff, cleaning
equipment, and cleaning supplies and numerous activities. The agency is also
expanding its facility by 15 beds to help meet the increase in demand. Its facility
is a designated coronavirus testing center as well. The agency proposes to
serve 30 residents (all Palm Desert residents). The agency request funds to
expand its facility by 15 beds for homeless people.
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9. Big Brothers Big Sisters of the Desert (Public Services)
• Requested Amount: $20,000
• Fundinq Recommendation: $14,967
• Program Description:
o The agency facilitates one-on-one mentoring for at -risk youth ages 6 to 18
years old. The agency is serving youth of families most impacted the most by
the coronavirus. The agency propose to continue to serve 172 youth in the
Coachella Valley. The agency has faced a substantial reduction in its projected
revenue this fiscal year due to the cancellation of three major fundraising
events. The agency proposes to serve 172 households (98 Palm Desert
households). The agency requests funds to sustain staffing.
10. Coachella Valley Women's Business Center (Public Services)
• Requested Amount: $30,000
• Fundinq F ecommendation: $ 0
• Program Description:
The agency counsels entrepreneurs at every stage of business development
and expansion. Its client focus is on women entrepreneurs, but provides
services to everyone. The agency has been able to sustain operations during
the coronavirus, but would like to expand its staffing to assist more businesses.
The agency requests funds to provide an economic development response to
the coronavirus by supporting small businesses and entrepreneurs in Palm
Desert. The agency proposes to serve 25 businesses (all Palm Desert
businesses). The request is for new staffing costs.
11. Desert's Best Friend's Closest (Public Services)
• Requested Amount: $45,000
• Fundinq Recommendation: $ 0
• Program Description:
o The agency provides workforce development assistance through providing
interview apparel, access to job developers for placement assistance, and
other activities. The agency has faced a substantial reduction in its projected
revenue due to losses from its boutique, fees for services, and cancelled
fundraising events. The agency proposes to assist 250 residents (25 Palm
Desert residents). The agency requests funds for staffing costs, rental space
and other activity costs.
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12. Academic Solutions (Public Services)
• Requested Amount: $74,700
• Fundinq Recommendation: $ 0
• Program Description:
o The agency proposes to screen as many residents as possible for the
perceptual processing disorder known as Men Syndrome. The agency
proposes to serve 825 people (all Palm Desert residents). The agency
requests funds for staffing costs, travel, supplies and other activity costs.
13. City of Palm Desert (Public Facilities and Improvements)
• Requested Amount: $60,000
• Fundinq Recommendation: $60,000
• Project Description:
o The City has a CDBG-eligible census tract bound by Fred Waring Drive (north),
Highway 111 (south), San Pablo Avenue (we t) and Portola Avenue (east).
The City requests funds to construct improvements at Palma Village Park. City
staff anticipates conducting a neighborhood meeting to identify the types of
improvements desired by the residents as well.
14. City of Palm Desert (Public Facilities and Improvements)
• Requested Amount: $60,000
• Fundinq Recommendation: $60,000
• Project Description:
o The City has a CDBG-eligible census tract bound by Fred Waring Drive (north),
Highway 111 (south), San Pablo Avenue (west) and Portola Avenue (east).
The City requests funds to construct improvements in areas missing sidewalks
within the neighborhood. Neighborhood sidewalk connectivity complements
the project located off San Pablo Avenue as well.
15. City of Palm Desert (Administration)
• Reauested Amount: $130,000
• Fundina Recommendation: $130,000
• Project Description:
o The City can allocate up to 20% of new funds for administrative costs to
manage the CDBG Program. The total amount of recommended administrative
funds is approximately 20% of the FY 2020-21 CDBG allocation ($81,800) and
FY 2019-20 CDBG-CV special allocation ($48,200).
CITY OF PALM DESERT
CITY MANAGER’S OFFICE
INTEROFFICE MEMORANDUM
To: Honorable Mayor and City Council
From: Christopher Gerry, Management Analyst
Date: May 28, 2020
Subject: Agenda Item 15.C. – Submission of the Fiscal Year (FY) 2020-21 Action
Plan, FY 2019-20 Action Plan Amendment, FY 2018-22 Consolidated Plan
Amendment to the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development.
As previously mentioned in the staff report, a supplemental memorandum would be provided of
the final draft plans, which are reflective of the budget recommendations and summary of grant
applications. Therefore, attached for your consideration are the following draft documents:
Fiscal Year 2020-21 Action Plan
o $409,923 in CDBG funds
Fiscal Year 2019-20 Action Plan Amendment
o $241,144 in CDBG-CV funds
o $200,000 in CDBG funds (cancelled parking lot improvement project)
Fiscal Year 2018-22 Consolidated Plan Amendment
o Required to amend Citizen Participation Plan to incorporate the statutory waivers
Although the statutory waivers have reduced the public comment period to five days, the draft
documents will be available for review and comment from May 22, 2020, through May 31, 2020.
Upon City Council approval of the documents and completion of the public comment period, City
staff anticipates submitting the final plans for review to HUD on June 1, 2020.
Attachments
A. Fiscal Year 2020-21 Action Plan
B. Fiscal Year 2019-20 Action Plan Amendment
C. Fiscal Year 2018-22 Consolidated Plan Amendment
Program Year 2020 Action Plan
U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development
Community Development Block Grant Program
City of Palm Desert
73-510 Fred Waring Drive
Palm Desert, CA 92260
(760) 346-0611
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Executive Summary
AP-05 Executive Summary - 24 CFR 91.200(c), 91.220(b)
1. Introduction.
In order to receive Community Development Block Grant (CDBG) Program
funds, the City of Palm Desert (City) is required to submit an Annual Action Plan
(Action Plan) to the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development
(HUD). The Action Plan outlines eligible activities selected to fund with CDBG
funds in Program Year 2020. The Action Plan represents the third year of the
Program Year 2018-2022 Consolidated Plan (Consolidated Plan). The City will
receive $409,923 in CDBG funds in Program Year 2020.
2. Summarize the objectives and outcomes identified in the Plan.
The Action Plan is intended to fund high-priority community needs identified
during the annual Citizen Participation Plan process while aligning with the
following goals of the previously-approved Consolidated Plan: support efforts to
combat homelessness; enhance public facilities; provide support for public
service programs; and increase fair housing activities.
3. Evaluation of past performance.
A performance evaluation is annually performed through HUD’s review of the
Consolidated Annual Performance and Evaluation Report (CAPER). This
document states the objectives and outcomes identified in each Action Plan
and includes an evaluation of past performance through measurable goals and
objectives relative to actual performance. Prior documents can be found at the
Palm Desert City Hall.
4. Summary of Citizen Participation Process and consultation process.
On January 9, 2020, the City commenced its citizen participation process by
holding a public hearing before the City Council to provide an opportunity for
the public to comment on and community needs. Concurrently, the City began
soliciting proposals to potentially fund nonprofit organizations for public services
and public facilities and improvements. The City also held a community meeting
to provide an overview of the CDBG Program and technical assistance on
February 6, 2020.
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On March 13, 2020, the City’s Outside Agency Funding Committee (Committee)
convened to review and discuss CDBG funding recommendations. The
Committee recommended approval of the CDBG funding recommendations, as
presented. The City held a public comment period from March 20, 2020, through
April 22, 2020.
On April 16, 2020, the City Council held a public hearing to accept public
comment and consider the Action Plan. However, City staff revised its
recommendation to open and close the public hearing without further action
because of the CARES Act allocation (CDBG-CV) and statutory waivers. Since
the statutory waivers remove the 15% public services cap, the City solicited
proposals again to potentially fund nonprofit organizations to prevent, prepare
for, and respond to the coronavirus.
On May 14, 2014, the City Council considered the concept of an Emergency
Rental Assistance Program as a result of the coronavirus. The City Council
approved policy guidelines that allowed staff to begin taking administrative
steps to create the program expeditiously.
On May 20, 2020, the Committee convened again to review and discuss the
revised CDBG funding recommendations. The Committee recommended
approval of the revised CDBG funding recommendations, as presented. While
the statutory waivers allow for a five-day public comment period, the City held it
from May 22, 2020, through May 31, 2020.
5. Summary of public comments.
The City did not receive any public comments.
6. Comments or views unaccepted and reasons for not accepting them.
The City did not receive any public comments.
7. Summary.
This Action Plan identifies CDBG-eligible activities selected by the City to fund this
program year. These activities align with the goals and outcomes identified in the
Consolidated Plan. Also, these activities are administered by both the City as the
grantee and nonprofit organizations as subrecipients. This Action Plan enables
the City to examine high-priority community needs; to propose activities that
effectively utilize resources to address those needs; and to improve the quality of
life for low and moderate-income persons.
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PR-05 Lead & Responsible Agencies – 91.200(b)
1. Agency/entity responsible for preparing/administering the Consolidated Plan.
Agency Role Name Department/Agency
Lead Agency Palm Desert
CDBG Administrator City Manager's Office / City of Palm Desert
HOPWA Administrator
HOME Administrator
HOPWA-C Administrator
Table 1 – Responsible Agencies
Consolidated Plan Public Contact Information.
Mr. Christopher Gerry
Management Analyst
73510 Fred Waring Drive
Palm Desert, CA 92260
(760) 776-6335 / cgerry@cityofpalmdesert.org
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AP-10 Consultation – 91.100, 91.200(b), 91.215(l)
1. Introduction.
The City followed its HUD-approved Citizen Participation Plan to consult with the
public, nonprofit organizations, governmental agencies, and other stakeholders
to prepare the Action Plan as required by 24 CRF 91.100.
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(l)).
On January 9, 2020, the City commenced its citizen participation process by holding a
public hearing before the City Council to provide an opportunity for the public to
comment on and community needs. Concurrently, the City began soliciting proposals
to potentially fund nonprofit organizations for public services and public facilities and
improvements. The City also held a community meeting to provide an overview of the
CDBG Program and technical assistance on February 6, 2020.
On March 13, 2020, the City’s Outside Agency Funding Committee (Committee)
convened to review and discuss CDBG funding recommendations. The Committee
recommended approval of the CDBG funding recommendations, as presented. The
City held a public comment period from March 20, 2020, through April 22, 2020.
On April 16, 2020, the City Council held a public hearing to accept public comment
and consider the Action Plan. However, City staff revised its recommendation to open
and close the public hearing without further action because of the CARES Act
allocation (CDBG-CV) and statutory waivers. Since the statutory waivers remove the
15% public services cap, the City solicited proposals again to potentially fund nonprofit
organizations to prevent, prepare for, and respond to the coronavirus.
On May 14, 2014, the City Council considered the concept of an Emergency Rental
Assistance Program as a result of the coronavirus. The City Council approved policy
guidelines that allowed staff to begin taking administrative steps to create the program
expeditiously.
On May 20, 2020, the Committee convened again to review and discuss the revised
CDBG funding recommendations. The Committee recommended approval of the
revised CDBG funding recommendations, as presented. While the statutory waivers
allow for a five-day public comment period, the City held its from May 22, 2020, through
May 31, 2020.
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Describe coordination with the Continuum of Care and efforts to address the needs of
homeless persons (particularly chronically homeless individuals and families, families
with children, veterans, and unaccompanied youth) and persons at risk of
homelessness.
The City is actively involved in multiple activities to address the needs of homeless
persons, which include coordination with the Continuum of Care. For example, the City
is involved in regional coordination efforts between stakeholders throughout the
Coachella Valley and Riverside County.
The City has historically funded homelessness services coordinated regionally through
the Coachella Valley Association of Governments (CVAG). For years, the City
contributed funds to CVAG for the operation of Roy's Desert Resource Center, which
permanently closed in July 2017. Since then, CVAG has allocated its regional financial
commitments for other homelessness services. The City recently made another financial
commitment in the amount of $100,000 to CVAG to continue to implement
homelessness services. A summary of accomplishments can be found at City Hall.
The City previously budgeted General Fund revenue for its own homelessness program
as well. City and County staff have since developed a program that has a primary
focus on homelessness locally. The program contracts with the Riverside University
Health System to provide a Behavioral Health Specialist and a Mental Health Peer
Support Specialist in Palm Desert to focus on providing homelessness services. The
agreement commences on July 1, 2019, and ends December 31, 2020. Please note the
County of Riverside coordinates the Continuum of Care.
Describe consultation with the Continuum(s) of Care that serves the jurisdiction's area in
determining how to allocate ESG funds, develop performance standards for and
evaluate outcomes of projects and activities assisted by ESG funds, and develop
funding, policies and procedures for the operation and administration of HMIS.
The City does not receive Emergency Solutions Grant (ESG) funds.
Describe agencies, groups, organizations and others who participated in the process
and describe the jurisdiction’s consultations with housing, social service agencies and
other entities.
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Table 2 – Agencies, groups, organizations who participated
1 Agency/Group/Organization Fair Housing Council of Riverside County, Inc.
Agency/Group/Organization Type Service-Fair Housing
What section of the Plan was addressed by Consultation? Fair Housing Services
Briefly describe how the Agency/Group/Organization was consulted. What are the
anticipated outcomes of the consultation or areas for improved coordination?
The agency was invited to multiple meetings and
submitted an application for CDBG funds.
3 Agency/Group/Organization DESERT ARC
Agency/Group/Organization Type Services-Persons with Disabilities
What section of the Plan was addressed by Consultation? Non-Homeless Special Needs
Briefly describe how the Agency/Group/Organization was consulted. What are the
anticipated outcomes of the consultation or areas for improved coordination?
The agency was invited to multiple meetings and
submitted an application for CDBG funds.
4 Agency/Group/Organization The Joslyn Center
Agency/Group/Organization Type Services-Elderly Persons
What section of the Plan was addressed by Consultation? Non-Homeless Special Needs
Briefly describe how the Agency/Group/Organization was consulted. What are the
anticipated outcomes of the consultation or areas for improved coordination?
The agency was invited to multiple meetings and
submitted an application for CDBG funds.
Identify any Agency Types not consulted and provide rationale for not consulting.
Not applicable.
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
each plan?
Continuum of Care County of Riverside Public services that assist homeless persons
Americans with Disabilities Act U.S. Department of Justice, Civil Rights
Division
Public facilities and improvements projects overlap with ADA
goals
Table 3 – Other local / regional / federal planning efforts
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AP-12 Participation – 91.105, 91.200(c)
1. Summary of citizen participation process/Efforts made to broaden citizen participation. Summarize citizen
participation process and how it impacted goal-setting.
The City followed its approved Citizen Participation Plan to conduct public hearings and community outreach
while developing the Action Plan.
On January 9, 2020, the City commenced its citizen participation process by holding a public hearing before the
City Council to provide an opportunity for the public to comment on and community needs. Concurrently, the City
began soliciting proposals to potentially fund nonprofit organizations for public services and public facilities an d
improvements. The City also held a community meeting to provide an overview of the CDBG Program and
technical assistance on February 6, 2020.
On March 13, 2020, the City’s Outside Agency Funding Committee (Committee) convened to review and discuss
CDBG funding recommendations. The Committee recommended approval of the CDBG funding
recommendations, as presented. The City held a public comment period from March 20, 2020, through April 22,
2020.
On April 16, 2020, the City Council held a public hearing to accept public comment and consider the Action Plan.
However, City staff revised its recommendation to open and close the public hearing without further action
because of the CARES Act allocation (CDBG-CV) and statutory waivers. Since the statutory waivers remove the
15% public services cap, the City solicited proposals again to potentially fund nonprofit organizations to prevent,
prepare for, and respond to the coronavirus.
On May 14, 2014, the City Council considered the concept of an Emergency Rental Assistance Program as a result
of the coronavirus. The City Council approved policy guidelines that allowed staff to begin taking administrative
steps to create the program expeditiously.
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On May 20, 2020, the Committee convened again to review and discuss the revised CDBG funding
recommendations. The Committee recommended approval of the revised CDBG funding recommendations, as
presented. While the statutory waivers allow for a five-day public comment period, the City held its from May 22,
2020, through May 31, 2020.
The City ensures that all public hearings are held at times and locations convenient to the public and with
accommodations for persons with disabilities. Upon request, in advance of meetings, the City will attempt to make
accommodations for those individuals in need of special assistance. The City also provides technical assistance
workshops as requested by the nonprofit organizations participating in the CDBG program.
Citizen Participation Outreach.
Sort
Order
Mode of Outreach Target of Outreach Summary of
response/attendance
Summary of
comments received
Summary of comments
not accepted
and reasons
URL (If
applicable)
1 Public Hearing
Non-
targeted/broad
community
30 0 0
2 Public Hearing
Non-
targeted/broad
community
30 0 0
3 Public Meeting Nonprofit Agencies 0 0 0
4 Public Meeting
Non-
targeted/broad
community
8 0 0
5 Newspaper Ad
Non-
targeted/broad
community
0 0 0
6 Newspaper Ad
Non-
targeted/broad
community
0 0 0
Table 4 – Citizen Participation Outreach
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Expected Resources
AP-15 Expected Resources – 91.220(c)(1,2)
Introduction.
The City will receive $409,923 in CDBG funds in Program Year 2020.
Anticipated Resources.
Program Source
of Funds
Uses of Funds Expected Amount Available Year 1 Expected
Amount
Available
Remainder
of ConPlan
$
Narrative Description
Annual
Allocation:
$
Program
Income:
$
Prior Year
Resources:
$
Total:
$
CDBG public -
federal
Acquisition
Admin and
Planning
Economic
Development
Housing
Public
Improvements
Public Services 409,923 0 0 409,923 800,000
The City will budget $81,800 for program
administration; $208,123 for public
services; and $120,000 for public facilities
and improvements.
Table 1 - Expected Resources – Priority Table
Explain how federal funds will leverage those additional resources (private, state and local funds), including a description
of how matching requirements will be satisfied.
The City receives a small allocation of CDBG funds annually relative to other HUD entitlement communities. As a result,
there are minimal funds formally leveraged, but it’s worth noting that each nonprofit organization funded contributes
additional resources to implement their activities. The City does not require subrecipients to match funds.
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If appropriate, describe publicly owned land or property located within the jurisdiction
that may be used to address the needs identified in the plan.
The City will continue to allocate CDBG funding and other sources of funding when and
where available to meet community needs. Activities will be targeted that address
goals and objectives identified in the Consolidated Plan.
Discussion.
The City anticipates budgeting $81,800 for program administration; $208,123 for public
services; and $120,000 for public facilities and improvements.
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Annual Goals and Objectives
AP-20 Annual Goals and Objectives
Goals Summary Information.
Sort
Order
Goal Name Start
Year
End
Year
Category Geographic
Area
Needs Addressed Funding Goal Outcome Indicator
1 Support efforts to
combat
homelessness
2018 2022 Homeless Citywide Homelessness CDBG:
$28,023
Homelessness Prevention: 8 Persons
Assisted
2 Enhance public
facilities
2018 2022 Non-Housing
Community
Development
Citywide Special Needs
Populations
Low-to-Moderate
Income Housing
Public Facilities
CDBG:
$120,000
Public Facility or Infrastructure
Activities other than Low/Moderate
Income Housing Benefit: 2405 Persons
Assisted
3 Provide support for
public service
programs
2018 2022 Non-Homeless
Special Needs
Citywide Homelessness
Fair Housing
CDBG:
$140,000
Public service activities other than
Low/Moderate Income Housing
Benefit: 731 Persons Assisted
4 Increase fair
housing activities
2018 2022
Citywide Fair Housing CDBG:
$40,100
Public service activities for
Low/Moderate Income Housing
Benefit: 475 Households Assisted
Table 2 – Goals Summary
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Goal Descriptions.
1 Goal Name Support efforts to combat homelessness
Goal Description
2 Goal Name Enhance public facilities
Goal Description
3 Goal Name Provide support for public service programs
Goal Description The City is funding two public services agency to prevent, prepare for, or respond to the coronavirus.
4 Goal Name Increase fair housing activities
Goal Description
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Projects
AP-35 Projects – 91.220(d)
Introduction.
The City will fund CDBG-eligible activities, including public services, public facilities and
improvements, and program administration. The cap for program administration is
based upon the Program Year 2020 CDBG allocation of $409,923.
Projects.
# Project Name
1 Program Administration
2 Public Services
3 Public Facilities and Improvements
Table 3 - Project Information
Describe the reasons for allocation priorities and any obstacles to addressing
underserved needs.
The City identifies its highest priority needs during its citizen participation process every
year and the Consolidated Plan process every five years. Activities are funded annually
taking into consideration these highest priority needs. The primary obstacle to address
underserved needs in the community is the lack of resources to provide a greater level
of assistance.
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1
Project Name Program Administration
Target Area Citywide
Goals Supported Support efforts to combat homelessness
Enhance public facilities
Provide support for public service programs
Increase fair housing activities
Needs Addressed Homelessness
Special Needs Populations
Low-to-Moderate Income Housing
Public Facilities
Fair Housing
Funding CDBG: $81,800
Description One activity - Program Administration (19.9% or $81,800) - is funded under this
project. The cap for program administration is based upon the Program Year
2020 CDBG allocation of $409,923.
Target Date 6/30/2021
Estimate the number
and type of families
that will benefit from
the proposed
activities
N/A
Location Description City of Palm Desert
73510 Fred Waring Drive
Palm Desert, CA 92260
Planned Activities Grant Administration - $81,800 (19.9% of the Program Year 2020 CDBG
allocation of $409,923).
2 Project Name Public Services
Target Area Citywide
Goals Supported Provide support for public service programs
Needs Addressed Special Needs Populations
Low-to-Moderate Income Housing
Fair Housing
Funding CDBG: $208,123
Description Please note three public services activities (i.e., The Joslyn Center, Desert Arc
and Emergency Rental Assistance Program) prevent, prepare for, or respond
to the coronavirus; therefore, the public services cap does not apply due to
the statutory waivers included in the CARES Act. The remaining public services
activity is for federally mandated fair housing services.
Target Date 6/30/2021
Estimate the number Emergency Rental Assistance Program ($28,023): 40 households
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and type of families
that will benefit from
the proposed
activities
Fair Housing Council of Riverside County ($40,100): 475 persons
The Josyln Center ($80,000): 250 persons
Desert Arc ($60,000): 481 persons
Location Description Emergency Rental Assistance Program ($28,023): 74501 Fred Waring Drive,
Palm Desert, CA 92260
Fair Housing Council of Riverside County ($40,100): 4164 Brockton Avenue,
Riverside, CA 92501
The Joslyn Center ($80,000): 73750 Catalina Way, Palm Desert, CA 92260
Desert Arc ($60,000): 73225 Country Club Drive, Palm Desert, CA 92260
Planned Activities Emergency Rental Assistance Program ($28,023): The City will select a
subrecipient to manage an Emergency Rental Assistance Program for low
and moderate-income persons impacted by the coronavirus. These CDBG
funds complement additional CDBG-CV funding as part of a Program Year
2019 Action Plan Amendment.
Fair Housing Council of Riverside County ($40,100): The subrecipient provides
fair housing services throughout Riverside County, which is a requirement as a
recipient of HUD funds.
The Joslyn Center ($80,000): The subrecipient provides numerous services for
seniors, including social and health/wellness programs. Because of the
coronavirus, the agency has faced a substantial financial reduction due to
cancelled fundraisers, losses in class and activity fees, declining renewal and
new memberships, and other reasons. The agency continues to facilitate
essential services such as home delivered meals, food pantry activities and
counseling services. The agency requests funds to sustain the Joslyn Wellness
Center, which provides counseling and other wellness-related activities for
seniors. The agency requests funds mostly to sustain staffing and other activity
costs.
Desert Arc ($60,000): The agency enhances the quality of life and creates
opportunities for people with disabilities. Because of the coronavirus, the
agency has faced a substantial financial reduction due to cancelled
fundraisers, reduced revenue-generating programs and other reasons. The
agency is developing a re-opening plan that includes a phased approach to
get clients back onsite. Implementing the plan is costly, and includes
conducting staff training, purchasing personal protective equipment, and
other costs. The agency requests funds to sustain staffing levels and
implement activities relating to the re-opening plan.
3 Project Name Public Facilities and Improvements
Target Area Citywide
Goals Supported Enhance public facilities
Needs Addressed Low-to-Moderate Income Housing
Public Facilities
Funding CDBG: $120,000
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Description The capital projects are located in the City’s lowest income census tract.
Target Date 6/30/2021
Estimate the number
and type of families
that will benefit from
the proposed
activities
City of Palm Desert - Palma Village Neighborhood Park
Improvements($60,000): 2,405 persons
City of Palm Desert - Palma Village Neighborhood Sidewalk
Improvements($60,000): 2,405 persons
Location Description City of Palm Desert - Palma Village Neighborhood Park
Improvements($63,000): 73510 Fred Waring Drive, Palm Desert, CA 92260
City of Palm Desert - Palma Village Neighborhood Sidewalk
Improvements($64,000): 73510 Fred Waring Drive, Palm Desert, CA 92260
Planned Activities City of Palm Desert - Palma Village Neighborhood Park Improvements
($60,000): The City has a CDBG-eligible census tract bound by Fred Waring
Drive (north), Highway 111 (south), San Pablo Avenue (west) and Portola
Avenue (east). The City requests funds to construct improvements at Palma
Village Park. City staff anticipates conducting a neighborhood meeting to
identify the types of improvements desired by the residents as well.
City of Palm Desert - Palma Village Neighborhood Sidewalk Improvements
($60,000): The City has a CDBG-eligible census tract bound by Fred Waring
Drive (north), Highway 111 (south), San Pablo Avenue (west) and Portola
Avenue (east). The City requests funds to construct improvements in areas
missing sidewalks within the neighborhood. Neighborhood sidewalk
connectivity complements the project located off San Pablo Avenue as well.
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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 is located in Riverside County; particularly, the Coachella Valley. Historically,
the City has not had any low- and moderate-income census tracts; however, the City
now has two eligible census tracts as of recently (ACS data). Program Year 2020 CDBG
funds will be used for low and moderate-income clientele (or presumed benefit).
Geographic Distribution.
Target Area Percentage of Funds
Citywide 100
Table 4 - Geographic Distribution
Rationale for the priorities for allocating investments geographically.
The City has not historically funded CDBG activities based upon geographic areas since
there have not been eligible low and moderate-income census tracts; however, HUD
recently revised the census criteria used to determine eligibility. As a result, the City now
has two CDBG-eligible census tracts. City staff is currently exploring the possibility of a
Section 108 Loan for City Council’s consideration in subsequent program years.
Discussion.
Not applicable.
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Affordable Housing
AP-55 Affordable Housing – 91.220(g)
Introduction.
The Palm Desert Housing Authority (Authority) owns and operates approximately 1,114
multi-family housing units, and an additional approximately 564 units that are owned
and operated by third parties. There are an additional 303 ownership units for very low,
low and moderate income households under the Authority’s affordable housing
portfolio.
One Year Goals for the Number of Households to be Supported
Homeless 0
Non-Homeless 1,981
Special-Needs 0
Total 1,981
Table 6 - One Year Goals for Affordable Housing by Support Requirement
One Year Goals for the Number of Households Supported Through
Rental Assistance 1,678
The Production of New Units 0
Rehab of Existing Units 0
Acquisition of Existing Units 0
Total 1,678
Table 7 - One Year Goals for Affordable Housing by Support Type
Discussion.
Not applicable
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AP-60 Public Housing – 91.220(h)
Introduction.
The City will not undertake activities that address public housing in the program year.
Actions planned during the next year to address the needs to public housing.
Not applicable. The City does not own nor operate public housing.
Actions to encourage public housing residents to become more involved in
management and participate in homeownership.
Not applicable. The City does not own nor operate public housing.
If the PHA is designated as troubled, describe the manner in which financial assistance
will be provided or other assistance.
Not applicable. The City does not own nor operate public housing.
Discussion.
Not applicable. The City does not own nor operate public housing.
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AP-65 Homeless and Other Special Needs Activities – 91.220(i)
Introduction.
The City will continue to work with nonprofit organizations, government agencies, and
other stakeholders to fund activities that help prevent and reduce homelessness.
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 operates a Homelessness Assistance Program that began July 1, 2019. The City
contracted with the Riverside University Health System (i.e., County of Riverside) to
provide two full-time staff members to provide continual outreach and case
management for homeless persons in Palm Desert. In Program Year 2019, the City
funded Path of Life Ministries with CDBG funds to assist with bridge/temporary housing
to complement the City's Homelessness Assistance Program.
Addressing the emergency shelter and transitional housing needs of homeless persons.
The Housing First approach adopted by the County and CoC requires that homeless
are helped into permanent housing or rapid re-housing as soon as possible. Transitional
housing beds have begun to decrease countywide and permanent housing is
increasing because of reallocations made in the HUD CoC Program Consolidated
Application and the CoC’s success in obtaining new funding for permanent supportive
housing. Both transitional housing and emergency shelters focus on lessening the time
that a homeless person or family’s length of time homeless (LOTH) in the shelter by
effective and quick assessment of homeless clients and getting them stabilized into
permanent housing with intensive case management initially and support in the initial
phase of residency in permanent housing. This period will serve as a time to address the
other needs to maintain self-sufficiency either by accessing mainstream benefits,
employment or medical or mental health support.
The CoC collaborates with the City and other stakeholders to integrate CoC programs,
Emergency Solutions Grant (ESG), Social Services to Veteran Families (SSVF), and CDBG
funding to increase the number of persons with rapid re-housing assistance. Also, other
non-McKinney-Vento funding sources, such as Emergency Food and Shelter Program
(EFSP), funded under Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) will be
matched as a source for rental / mortgage assistance for families that are homeless or
at-risk of homelessness in the County’s strategy to meet this goal.
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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 CoC implemented a Coordinated Entry System (CES) to assess homeless persons
using the VI-SPDAT that tracks the length of time a client has been on the streets or in an
emergency shelter. DPSS uses HUD’s CoC Program planning grant funding to measure
system-wide performance in HMIS, such as length of time homeless. This is used to help
the CoC prioritize and house those with longest length of time homeless. The planning
process also included working with the CoC Standards and Evaluation Committee to
continue developing strategies to prioritize persons with longest time homeless and
most severe needs, including:
The CoC has also adopted a Housing First approach that is evidenced-based and
endorsed by HUD to place a homeless person in permanent housing and provide
supportive services intended to keep them stably housed.
Homeless CoC youth providers have implemented outreach and service based events
in the communities to draw homeless youth, unaccompanied and transitional age into
contact with services available to them. The Operation SafeHouse is the only CoC
youth provider that has opened a permanent supportive housing program called the
Harrison House, which is for transitional age youth, in the eastern desert region of
Riverside County.
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 faci lities,
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 CoC Discharge Policy is mandated by the State and followed by the CoC. The CoC
established a Discharge Planning Committee, responsible for implementing policies and
protocols and coordinating with various organizations, to ensure that persons being
discharged from a publicly-funded institution or system of care are not discharged
immediately into homelessness. The goals are to identify discharge housing needs
inclusive of housing and supportive services and to link the individual with community
resources that will include mental health services, substance abuse support, and
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housing. The Hospital Association of Southern California Inland Area serves as the lead
agency on the Discharge Planning Committee to facilitate communication regarding
the discharge planning needs of homeless persons from acute care hospitals. The
Riverside County University Health System – Behavioral Health, collaborates with DPSS
and the CoC in the coordination and implementation of discharge planning for
homeless individuals disabled by a serious mental health and/or substance abuse
disorder(s). Foster Care and extended foster care programs help transition dependent
youth who are emancipating from foster care to independent living. The Department of
Public Social Services, Riverside Sheriff’s, and Probation Department support the
Continuum of Care’s mission of working towards reintegrating persons leaving
correctional facilities to community-based living and self-sufficiency.
Discussion.
Not applicable.
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AP-75 Barriers to affordable housing – 91.220(j)
Introduction.
The City does not plan to undertake any activities this program year to remove barriers
to affordable housing.
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 City does not plan to undertake any activities this program year to remove barriers
to affordable housing.
Discussion.
Not applicable.
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AP-85 Other Actions – 91.220(k)
Introduction.
The City will continue to work with various stakeholders to meet the needs of its residents
that remain in-need of CDBG-eligible activities consistent with Consolidated Plan goals.
Actions planned to address obstacles to meeting underserved needs.
The City will continue to work toward the reduction/elimination of obstacles to meet
underserved needs through the funding of various organizations that are established to
provide direct services to those in need. The City is not equipped to provide direct
services; therefore, funding organizations that do is essential to our success in
addressing the identified goals and objectives. The City will continue to partner with
service providers to address obstacles and address barriers that exist. In addition, the
City works with the County of Riverside, the CoC, local agencies, nonprofits, etc. to
address various aspects related to CoC programs and activities, as well as obstacles
that face the underserved in general. However, the CoC addresses issues relative to
homelessness, mental and physical illnesses, domestic violence, etc. and has a wide
range of members where collaboration in other areas is an option. Through these
working relationships, obstacles such as lack of communication between agencies,
improved services, limited resources, tracking and monitoring, and other needed
resources are obtained, gaps in services are better identified, and there is a more
cohesive approach to identifying and resolving issues.
Actions planned to foster and maintain affordable housing.
The City and the Palm Desert Housing Authority will continue to maintain the existing
affordable housing stock through the funding sources identified previously; however, as
noted with the elimination of redevelopment agencies, there is no longer what is
considered 20% Set-aside funds. Therefore, maintaining existing properties and
programs will be the primary focus, provided funding is available, for some time to
come. However, new projects and programs will be planned and implemented where
and when possible.
Actions planned to reduce lead-based paint hazards.
The City’s Building and Safety and Housing departments distribute informational
pamphlets on Lead Based Paint Hazards and refer all calls to the County of Riverside
Environmental Health Department. The City addresses this issue on a case-by-case basis
through multiple steps.
Actions planned to reduce the number of poverty-level families.
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The City is continuing to team up with service providers to provide assistance for
poverty level families, including funding food and services options during the Program
Year. In addition, the City will seek out additional partnerships for programs that
encourage self sufficiency including employment and training, housing options, and
safety net programs.
Actions planned to develop institutional structure.
The City will continue to work with outside agencies to maintain and develop
relationships, including the County of Riverside, nonprofit organization, private
businesses, the CoC, and nonprofit organizations in the region.
Actions planned to enhance coordination between public and private housing and
social service agencies.
The City will continue to work with various County departments, agencies, and nonprofit
organizations to identify and carry out goals and objectives of the CDBG Program, and
to create a more cooperative working relationship with all interested parties. T he City
invites these groups to attend public hearings, community meetings, and special
meetings that address specific programs and projects. The City has an approved
Citizen’s Participation Plan that it follows in this regard. In addition, City staff regularly
attends CoC meetings that involve multiple organizations and various County
Departments as well as other local jurisdictions wherein discussions are held on
homelessness as well as supportive services to other at risk groups of individuals and
families.
Discussion.
Not applicable.
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Program Specific Requirements
AP-90 Program Specific Requirements – 91.220(l)(1,2,4)
Introduction.
Activities planned with CDBG funds expected to be available during the year are
identified in the project tables. The following identifies program income that is available
for use that is included in projects to be carried out.
Community Development Block Grant Program (CDBG) Reference 24 CFR 91.220(l)(1).
Projects planned with all CDBG funds expected to be available during the year are
identified in the Projects Table. The following identifies program income that is available
for use that is included in projects to be carried out.
1. The total amount of program income that will have been received before the
start of the next program year and that has not yet been reprogrammed 0
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. 0
3. The amount of surplus funds from urban renewal settlements 0
4. The amount of any grant funds returned to the line of credit for which the planned
use has not been included in a prior statement or plan 0
5. The amount of income from float-funded activities 0
Total Program Income: 0
Other CDBG Requirements.
1. The amount of urgent need activities 0
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. 70.00%
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NOTICEISHEREBYGIVENTHATapublic hearing will beheld bythe Ciryof Paim
Desert (City) to receiva pub4ic inpul and recommendations pursuaat to the
Housing and Community Development Act of 1974, asamended, regarding the
development oi ihe Rscal Year (FY) 2020-21 Action Pian. which includes Ihe
Community Deveiopmem Block Grent (COBG) Program.
The Ctly will hold a pubiic hearing on January 9; 2020, at 4:00 p.m. or ihere-
abouts to accept public commeni related to the Action Plan and re�ated items
stipulated herein. Anyona mterested in participaiing in the development of the
Action Plan is encouraged to attend the meeting or con[act the designated Ciry
staff person. The City Council wili also open the grant appiication process to
consider proposals for CDBG Program funds and receive pu6lic comment rela-
trve to all �tems pursuaM to the City's Citizen Participation Plao process. Eigible
acfivities ro receive funding must generaily benefd very low, low, and moder-
ate-income persons within ihe community. The hearing wiil he held in the Palm
Desert Civic Center. Councii Chambers. located at 73•510 Fred Waring Drive,
Palm Desert.
Apphcations are available throu�h Management Analyst, Chnstopher Gerry, by
caliing p60) 776-6335, or emadmg cgerryQacityofpalmdesert.org. Appiications
must be submitted to the City no later ihan 4�00 p m. on Friday, February 21.
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RACHELLE D. KLASSEN, CITY CLERK
CITY OF PALM DESERT. CAL�FORNIA
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NOTICE IS HEREBY GIYEN THAT a public he�ring yvill be held by the City of Palm
Desert (City) to receive pubiic input and recommenda'tions purs4ant to the
Housing and Community Development Act of i974, as amended, regarding the
devebpment of the Fisca! Year (F1� 2020-21 Action Ptan, which in�ludes the
Community Development elack Grant (CD66) Program.
The City wiU hold a public hearing an January 9, 2020, at 4:00 p.m, or there-
abouts to accept publit tomment refated to the Action Plan and related items
stipatated herein. Anyone interested in particlpating in the devebpment of the
Action Plan is encouraged to attend the meeting or contact the designated City
staffpe rson, Tha City Courxil will also open the gra�rt application praQss to
consider proposafs for CDBG Program funds and receive pu6lic commeM reia-
tive to ali items pursuant to Me City's Citizen Par�icipation P�an process. Eligible
activities ta receive funding must generally 6enefit very low, low, and mader-
ate-income petsons within the communrt' y. The hearing will be held in the Palm
Qesert Givk Center, Councfl Chambers located at 73-510 Fred Waring Orive,
Palm Desert.
Applications are availahie through Management Malyst, Christopher Gerry, by
ca4ling (760) 776-6335, or emalling cgerry6tityotpalmdesert.org. Applications
murt be submitted to the City no later than 4:40 p.m. on Friday, Fe6ruary 21,
2020.
RACHELLE D. KLASSEN, CITY CLERK
CITY Of PALM DESERT, CAIIFORNiA
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PRdGFtAM YEAR 2920 ACf10N PLAN
Np710E IS HEkEBY GIVEN � virtual n��pi�[ he�ring ��ill be held by rhe City of
Palm Desert on May 28, 2[}2(!, at d:00 p.m„ o� thereahouts ta re�ei�e puhli�
comrnents pursuant tn the rloustng anc! ComrtiuntTy C�evelnpment Act of 7974
as amended and the Cnmmuni[y be�efvpment 81d�k Grant (CbBG1 Program re•
garding [he propused Prugrain Year [PY] 29�8-27 Cansolidated Plan Amei�d
ment, PY 2�T4 Action Ffan Amendment dnd PY 2Q10 A�tion Plan. ihe CpBG
Prograrri pro�ides eVigible jurisd�rt�ons federal funds an�tiiially t� address the
needs ot low and mvderate pevple, allpw for neigh6crhood hvusing improve•
men[s, and res�ond tu urgent needs. lJnde� the C�runavirus Aid. Rel�ef and
E�pnqmi� Securities Act {CARE$ qr[], [he [ity will �ernive will rereive a speci�al
allocation of L�BG-CV funds and s[atutory waivers fo� p�vg ram flexi6ility. Tl,e
purpose of CpBG•CV funds ara tv p�event, prepare fQr, and respand to the rv•
ronavirus. The tntal amount of C08G and Cd6G-CV funds recammended ta pro-
qram is 585s,D37, The C�ty's C�tiaen Aartir�palinn Plan will also tm amenrled fo
in�vrparate t�ie statutory waivers.
The City will ac[ept pu61i� commenis from May Z2, 7f370, thro�gh May 31, 2p20.
Th�se tnterested in rov�ding pub�ir comments may suhmit wntten comrnenls
6y emailing �ge�ry��iiyafpalmdesert_o�g, vr mailing ip 735�0 Fred Waring
Drive. Palm Qesert, 92:60 ia[teritiun: Chris Gerryy. In addition, the City Cc�uncil
will conside� puhii� caniments at thie virtual pu6lic hearing to in�o�poi�Te into
the final documents The �irtual puhli� hearing wi�i he cvnducted in accardan�e
�vifh the City's zmergen[y ptptocols +vr :o�ial distannng, and may be viewed on
the C�Ty's we6srte at www.utynfpafmdesert.orglour-cityrrnayor-and-city-�ounci�-
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Meeting Agendas
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POSTED AGENDA
REGULAR PALM DESERT CITY COUNCIL MEETING JANUARY 9, 2020
XVI. OLb BUSINESS
None
XVII. PUBLIC HEARINGS
A. REQUEST FOR APPROVAL OF AN AMENDED C4NDETiON REQUIRING
AN IN-LIEU AFFORDABLE HOUSING FEE ON A DEVELOPMENT
PROPOSAL AT PA�M DESERT C�UNTRY CLUB AND AN AMENDMENT
TO THE OPERATfON AND MAINTENANCE AGREEMENT BETWEEN THE
OWNERS �F PALM DESERT COUNTRY CLUB AND THE CITY �F
PALM DESERT, APNs 637-190-02'[, 637-19D-Q24, AND fi37-190-027,
Case No. CZIPP/CUP 16-280 (PD Ho�dings, LP, Applicant).
Rec: 1) Waive further reading and adopt Resol�tion No. 2020 - 01,
amending Condition No. 1�4 of Resolution No. 20�8-�6,
requiri�g paymen# of an in-lieu affordable housing fee for
conversion of the former Executive Golf Course.
2) By Minute Motion, appro�e an amendment to the
Operation and Mair�tenance Agr�ement (OMA) between the
City of Palm Desert and PD Holdings, LP, for the operations
and maintenance of the remaining 18-hole golf course at
Paim Desert Country Club.
Action:
B. REQUEST TO BEGIN DEVELOPMENT OF THE FISCAL YEAR 2Q20-2021
ACTION PLAN, INCLUD�NG THE COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT BLOCK
GRANT (CDBG) PROGRAM.
Rec: 1) Open the pub�ic hearing and receive comments regarding
de�elo�ment of the FY 2Q20-2021 Actia� Plan, including the
Community De�elopment Block Grant (CDBG} Program.
2) Open the FY 2020-2021 CDBG application process, according
to ihe recommended priorities, which includes focusin� public
services funds on fair housing services and Path of Life
Ministries; concentrating public facilities and improvements
funds on City and nonprofit organization projects located in
Palm Desert; and retaining adminis#rati�e funds for stafFng
costs
Action: — No other action is requir�d to be taken at tE�is #ime. —
C�
CITY OF PALM DESERT
NOTICE OF COMMUNITY MEETING
TO RECEIVE PUBLIC COMMENT
AND CITIZEN PARTICIPATION IN THE
COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT BLOCK GRANT
ANNUAL ACTION PLAN (PROGRAM YEAR 2020)
NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN THAT the City of Palm Desert will hold a Community
Meeting and inviting the agencies, groups, and general public to attend the
Community Meeting and receive public input and recommendations pursuant to
the Housing and Community Development Act of 1974 as amended regarding the
proposed development process relative to the Community Development Block
Grant (CDBG) Program Annual Action Plan (Program Year 2020) to be adopted
by the City Council in or around May 2020.
The Community Meeting has been scheduled for Thursday, February 6, 2020, at
9:00 a.m., located at City of Palm Desert Civic Center, 73-510 Fred Waring Dr.,
Palm Desert, CA 92260 in the North Wing Conference Room. Interested parties
should attend to provide input in regards to CDBG programs/projects, expenditure
of funds, and the development process relative to the above Plan.
CHRISTOPHER GERRY
CITY OF PALM DESERT
73-510 FRED WARING DRIVE
PALM DESERT, CA 92260
(760) 346-0611
c elle . Klassen, City CI �
City of Palm Desert, California
January 30, 2020
AGENDA
OUTSIDE AGENCY FUNDING COMMITTEE
March �3, 2020 (9:00 a.m.)
Administrati�e Conference Room
I. CALL TO ORDER
il. ROLL CALL
III. APPROVAL OF MINUTES
A. Recommend approval of minut�s from May 16, 2019
IV. ORAL COMMUNICATION
V. NEW BU5INESS
A. CDBG Funding Recommendatior�s — Public Services
1. Path af Life Mi�istries —$23,000
2. Fair Housina Council of Riverside Co�ntv —$38,000
B. CDBG Funding Recommendations — Public Facilities and Impro�ements
1. Citv ofi Palm Desert
a} Palma Villape Park Imt�rovements —$63,000
b} Palma Villaae 5idewalk Imarovements —$fi4,923
2. Joslvn C�nter — $80,000
3. Desert Arc — $60,0�0
C. CDBG Funding Recommendatians — Program Administration
1. Citv of Palm Desert —$81,000
VI. ADJOURNMENT
I here�y certify under pena�ty of perjury under the laws of khe State ot California that the
foregoing agenda was posted on the City Hall bulletin Board not less than 72 hours prior ko
the meeting. Dated this 10'h day of March 2a2a. :
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Patty Leon Recording Secretary
POSTEb AGENDA
REGULAR PALM DESERT CITY COUNCIL MEETING APRiL 16, 2020
XVI. OLD BUSINESS
A. REGIUEST FOR DIRECTION TO STAFF REGARDING TWO
COUNCILMEMBER REQUESTS F�R ACTiON RELATED TO
DESERT COMMUNITY ENERGY.
Rec: By Minute Motion:
1) Authorize staff to take any and all aciions necessary to enrall
municipal accounts with Desert Community Energy (DCE} in
2D21, and select one of the power supply options, either:
a} Carbon Free Rate
b} Desert Saver Rate
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2) Provide notice to Desert Community Energy of the City's intent
to withdraw, subject to Article 6 of the approved Joint Powers
Agreement (,iPA),
3} Authorize the Mayor to execute any documentation necessary
to implement the selected action.
Action:
B. UPDATE AND REQUEST FOR DIRECTION QN THE PRESIDENT'S PLAZA
PARKING LQT lMPROVEMENTS PR4JECT {PROJECT NO. 758-14).
Rec: Receive update on President's Plaza Parking Lot Improvements
Projeci and provide direction on next steps,
Action:
XVII. PUBlIC HEARINGS
A. REQUEST FOR SUBMISSION OF THE PROGRAM YEAR 2020
ACTION PLAN TO THE U.S. DEPARTMENT OF HOUSING AND
URBAN DEVELOPMENT (HUD).
Rec: 1) Open the public hearing and receirre comments regarding the
Program Year 202Q Action Plan, including fundir�g
recommendations for the Community Development Block
Grant {CDBG) Program.
2) By Minute Motion, approve submission of the Program
Year 2020 Action Plan to HUD.
Action:
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POSTED AGENDA
REGULAR PALM DESERT C[TY COUNCIL MEETING MAY 14, 2020
H. REQUEST FOR APPROVAL OF POLICY GUIDELINES FOR AN
EMERGENCY RENTAL ASSISTANCE PROGRAM U51NG COMMUNITY
DEVELOPMENT BLOCK GRANT {CDBG-CV) FUNDS.
Rec: By Minute Motion, approve policy guidelines for an Emergency Rental
Assistance Program using Cammunity Development B�ock Grant
(CDBG-CV) Funds.
Action:
I. REQUEST FOR APPROVAL OF PALM DESERT'S 2020 INDEPENDENCE
DAY CELEBRATION.
Rec: By Minute Motion, pre-approve and auti�orizE expenditures in an
amount not to exceed $24,000 from tF�e Fiscal Year 2020-2021
Budget for production of the 2020 Independence Day Celebration
event; 2) auihorize City Managerto exect�te ancillaryvendorcontracts
associated with the production of the event in a cumulativ� amount
not ta exceed $24,000.
Action:
XIV. OLD BUSINESS
None
XV. MAYQR AND COUNC�LMEMBER REPORTS & REMARKS TO THE COMMUNITY
A. Councilmember ,�an C. Harnik Committee Reports and General Comments.
Action:
B. Councilman Sab6v JonatF�an Cammittee Reports and General Comments.
Action:
C. Mavor Pro Tem Kathleen Keilv Committee Reparts and GeneraE Comments.
Action:
D. Councilmember Susan Marie Weber Committee Reports and General
Comments. .
Ac#ion:
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I. CALL TO ORDER
II. ROLL CALL
III. APPROVAL OF MINUTES
A. Recommend approval of minutes from April 1, 2019, and March 13, 2020
IV. ORAL COMMUNICATION
V. NEW BUSINESS
A. Outside Agency Funding Recommendations
1. ACT for MS – $6,000
2. California Desert Chorale – $4,000
3. Camp of Champions A&M, Inc. – $3,000
4. Children’s Discovery Museum of the Desert – $10,000
5. Desert Ability Center – $2,500
6. Desert’s Best Friend’s Closet – $2,500
7. Desert Recreation Foundation – $7,500
8. Historical Society of Palm Desert – $12,000
9. Operation SafeHouse – $7,500
10. Palm Desert Charter Middle School PTO – $10,000
11. Palm Desert High School Foundation – $10,000
12. Palm Springs Air Museum – $5,013
13. Pegasus Therapeutic Riding – $3,168
14. Ronald Regan Elementary School – $10,000
15. Steinway Society Riverside County – $2,500
16. Virginia Waring International Piano Competition – $10,000
17. Washington Charter School Parent’s Club Foundation – $10,000
18. YCMA of the Desert – $44,000
AGENDA
OUTSIDE AGENCY FUNDING COMMITTEE
May 20, 2020 (2:00 p.m.)
Virtual Meeting
To attend virtually, please contact 760-776-6335
Outside Agency Funding Committee
Meeting of May 20, 2020
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B. CDBG Funding Recommendations – Public Services (Nonprofit Organizations)
1. The Joslyn Center – $80,000
2. Desert Arc – $60,000
3. Coachella Valley Economic Partnership – $50,000
4. Fair Housing Council of Riverside County – $40,100
5. St. Margaret’s Episcopal Church – $31,000
6. Coachella Valley Rescue Mission – $25,000
7. Desert AIDS Project – $25,000
8. Martha’s Village & Kitchen – $25,000
9. Big Brothers Big Sisters of the Desert – $14,937
C. CDBG Funding Recommendations – Public Services (Rental Assistance)
1. Emergency Rental Assistance Program – $250,000
D. CDBG Funding Recommendations – Public Facilities and Improvements
1. City of Palm Desert
a) Palma Village Park Improvements – $60,000
b) Palma Village Sidewalk Improvements – $60,000
E. CDBG Funding Recommendations – Program Administration
1. City of Palm Desert – $130,000
VI. ADJOURNMENT
I hereby certify under penalty of perjury under the laws of the State of California that the
foregoing agenda was posted on the City Hall bulletin Board not less than 72 hours prior
to the meeting. Dated this 17th day of May 2020.
Patty Leon
Patty Leon, Recording Secretary
POSTED AGENDA
REGULAR PALM DESERT ClTY COUNCIL MEETING MAY 28, 2020
C. REQUEST FOR APPROVAL TO SUBMIT FISCAL YEAR 202Q-2021
ACTIDN PLAN, FISCAL YEAR 2019-2Q20 ACTION PLAN AMENDMENT,
FISCAL YEAR 2D18-2a22 CONSOLIDATED PLAN AMENDMENT TD THE
U.S. DEPARTMENT OF HOUSING AND URBAN DEVELOPMENT.
Rec: By Minute Motian:
1) O�en the public hearing and receive comm�nts regarding the
Fisca� Year 2Q20-2021 Action Plan, Fiscal Year 2019-2p20
Action Plan Amendmen#, and Fiscal Year 2Q18-2Q22
Consolidated Plan Amendm�nt.
2) Ap�rove submissian of tne Fiscal Year 202Q-2Q21 Action Plan,
Fiscal Year 2�19-2020 Actio� Plan Amendment, and Fiscal
Year 2018-2022 to the U.S. Department of Housi�g and Urban
De�elopment.
3} Authorize Community Development Director as the Certifying
Officer to execute al! federal documents relating to these grant
activities.
Action:
XVI. MAYOR AND COUNCILMEMBER REPORTS & REMARKS TO THE COMMUNITY
A. Councilmember Jan C. Harnik Commi#tee Reports and General Comments.
Actian:
B. Co�ncilman Sabbv Jonathan Commiftee Reports and Genera! Commen#s.
Actian:
C. Mavor Pro Tem Kathleen Kellv Committee Reports and Genera� Comments.
Action:
D. CounciImember Susan Marie Weber Committee Reports and Genera!
Comments. .
Action:
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Staff Reports
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STAFF REPORT
CITY OF PALM DESERT
CITY MANAGER'S OFFICE
MEETING DATE: January 9, 2020
PREPARED BY: Christopher Gerry, Management Analyst
REQUEST: Request to begin developing the Fiscal Year 2020-21 Action Plan,
including the Community Development Block Grant Program.
Recommendation
By Minute Motion:
1. Open the public hearing and receive comments regarding the development of the
Fiscal Year (FY) 2020-21 Action Plan, including the Community Development
Block Grant (CDBG) Program;
2. Open the FY 2020-21 CDBG application process according to the recommended
priorities, which includes focusing public services funds on fair housing services
and Path of Life Ministries; concentrating public facilities and improvements funds
on City and nonprofit organization projects located in Palm Desert; and retaining
administrative funds for staffing costs.
Backqround
The U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD) administers the CDBG
Program to assist jurisdictions in addressing the needs of low and moderate-income people.
As required in the City's Citizen Participation Plan, the City Council must hold a public hearing
to receive comments regarding the development of the FY 2020-21 Action Plan, including the
CDBG Program, and respective application process. CDBG funds are generally allocated
toward the categories of public services, public facilities and improvements, and
administration. Below describes the categories and recommended priorities.
Public Services
Public services include staffing and other operational costs for services to address the needs
of low and moderate-income people. This category is restricted to 15 percent of the CDBG
allocation. Based upon the City's prior CDBG allocation, 15 percent is approximately $60,000.
City staff recommends 1) soliciting applications for fair housing services and, 2) partnering
with Path of Life Ministries. In regard to fair housing services, the City is required to provide
this activity as a recipient of CDBG funds. While fair housing services can be funded under
administration, it is recommended to fund this activity under public services in order to
preserve administrative funds.
January 9, 2020
CDBG Program
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In regard to Path of Life Ministries, City staff recommends partnering with this organization to
lease a housing unit for homeless individuals living in Palm Desert. To explain, the City
currently has an agreement with Riverside University Health System to provide two County
staff members to conduct homeless street outreach and case management; ultimately, with
the goal of reducing homelessness in Palm Desert. County staff has been successful in
building relationships and providing case management to homeless individuals. City and
County staff believe adding a discretionary housing unit for temporary shelter (leased by Path
of Life Ministries) is valuable in reducing homelessness in Palm Desert. Conceptually, Path
of Life Ministries manages the leased housing unit, and County staff has discretion on
placement and provides case management.
Public Facilities and �mprovements
Public facilities and improvements include construction projects to improve neighborhoods
and community facilities to benefit low and moderate-income people. The City has historically
allocated its CDBG funds to nonprofit organizations located throughout the Coachella Valley.
This approach is common when a jurisdiction lacks "CDBG-eligible areas" (i.e., census blocks
where 50 percent of the population makes less than 80 percent of the area median income).
Jurisdictions with CDBG-eligible areas typically retain funds to construct improvements in the
public right-of-way. Please note the City has two CDBG-eligible areas as of February 2019.
These areas are identified in Attachment A.
As a result of now having CDBG-eligible areas, City staff conducted a regional funding
comparison of the other three federal entitlement jurisdictions in the Coachella Valley,
including Palm Springs, Cathedral City, and Indio (Entitlement Jurisdictions). The purpose of
this five-year comparison was to understand the Entitlement Jurisdictions' CDBG funding
priorities for public facilities and improvements. As displayed below, jurisdictions (97 percent)
usually retain CDBG funds for City or nonprofit organization projects located within their
jurisdictional boundaries. Furthermore, most jurisdictions (84 percent) typically retain CDBG
funds for City-managed construction projects. The dataset can be found in Attachment B.
Entitlement Jurisdictions Citv of Palm Desert
Total CDBG funds (previous five years)
• Projects funded inside of jurisdictional boundary
(nonprofits)
• Projects funded outside of jurisdictional
boundary (nonprofits)
• Projects funded inside of jurisdictional boundary
(Ciry)
$ 6,033,973 $
$ 885,840 $
$ 80,777 $
$ 5,067,356 $
1,185, 289
430,392
550,378
204,519
City staff recommends concentrating public facilities and improvements funds on City and
nonprofit organization projects located in Palm Desert. City staff also recommends proposing
to construct neighborhood improvements (to be determined) within these CDBG-eligible
areas as well.
January 9, 2020
CDBG Program
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Administration
Administration includes staffing costs to administer the CDBG Program. This category is
restricted to 20 percent of the CDBG allocation. Based upon the City's prior CDBG allocation,
20 percent is approximately $80,000. Fair housing services is the only other eligible activity
to fund under administration; however, City staff recommends funding staffing costs due to
the administrative burden associated with managing the CDBG Program.
Conclusion
In March 2020, the Outside Agency Funding Committee will review the draft CDBG Program
budget, including subgrant applications. Subsequently, the Committee recommendations will
be presented for City Council consideration in April 2020.
Fiscal Analvsis
There is no fiscal impact associated with this request.
LEGAL REVIEW DEPT. REVIEW FINANCIAL REVIEW
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Robert W. Hargreaves Lauri Aylaian et Moore
City Attorney City Manager Director of Finance
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ATTACHMENTS:
ASSISTANT
CITY MANAGER
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Andy Firestine
Assistant City Manager
1. CDBG-eligible areas
2. CDBG funding comparison (public facilities and improvements)
CITY OF PALM DESERT
CITY MANAGER’S OFFICE
INTEROFFICE MEMORANDUM
To: Outside Agency Funding Committee
From: Christopher Gerry, Management Analyst
Date: March 13, 2020
Subject: Fiscal Year 2020-21 Community Development Block Grant Applications
The City of Palm Desert receives an annual entitlement in Community Development Block
Grant (CDBG) Program funds from the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban
Development (HUD). In Fiscal Year 2020-21, the City will receive $409,923 in CDBG funds.
City staff solicited CDBG applications from nonprofit agencies in anticipation of awarding
subgrants for public services (operational costs for fair housing services only), public
facilities and improvements (capital costs for Palm Desert nonprofit agencies only), and
program administration. Please note that federal requirements restrict funding for public
services (not to exceed 15%) and program administration (not to exceed 20%). Public
facilities and improvements do not have funding restrictions.
The Committee may affirm or modify the recommendations at its discretion. The funding
recommendations can be found as Attachment A. Also, a summary of each nonprofit
organization’s request can be found as Attachment B.
Funding recommendations made by the Committee will be incorporated into the Annual
Action Plan and presented to the full City Council for consideration on April 16, 2020.
Attachments:
A. CDBG Funding Recommendations
B. Summary of Grant Applications
STAFF REPORT
CITY OF PALM DESERT
CITY MANAGER’S OFFICE
MEETING DATE: April 16, 2020
PREPARED BY: Christopher Gerry, Management Analyst
REQUEST: Request submission of the Program Year 2020 Action Plan to the U.S.
Department of Housing and Urban Development.
Recommendation
By Minute Motion:
1. Open the public hearing and receive comments regarding the Program
Year 2020 Action Plan, including funding recommendations for the
Community Development Block Grant (CDBG) Program.
2. Approve submission of the Program Year 2020 Action Plan to the U.S.
Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD).
Background
The Community Development Block Grant (CDBG) Program , which is administered by the
U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development’s (HUD), provides eligible jurisdictions
federal funds to address the needs of low and moderate people, allow for neighborhood
improvements, and available for urgent needs. The City is required to submit an application
(Action Plan) annually to HUD that outlines CDBG funding recommendations while addresses
other federal requirements.
In Program Year 2020, the City will program $409,923 in CDBG funds. The CDBG funding
recommendations, summary of grant applications, and Action Plan can be found as
Attachment A, B, and C, respectively.
The City has also undertaken various steps during the development of the Action Plan to
promote public participation, which is consistent with the City’s HUD-approved Citizen
Participation Plan. Those public participation activities include:
January 9, 2020: The City Council held a public hearing to begin the public
participation process. This process included a 30-day public comment period as well.
Concurrently, the City began soliciting proposals to potentially fund nonprofit
organizations for fair housing services and public facilities and improvements.
February 6, 2020: City staff held a community meeting to provide nonprofit
organizations and other stakeholders an overview of the CDBG Program and technical
assistance, if required.
April 16, 2020 - Staff Report
Action Plan
Page 2 of 2
March 13, 2020: The Outside Agency Funding Committee (Committee) convened to
allow for public comment and discussion of the CDBG funding recommendations
based upon estimates. The Committee unanimously recommended the City Council
approve the CDBG funding recommendations based upon the estimates.
March 20, 2020: City staff opened an additional 30-day public comment period.
Following City Council’s consideration and the public comment period, City staff anticipates
submitting the Action Plan to HUD for approval by April 24, 2020.
Fiscal Analysis
There is no fiscal impact associated with this request.
LEGAL REVIEW DEPT. REVIEW FINANCIAL REVIEW ASSISTANT
CITY MANAGER
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Robert W. Hargreaves
City Attorney
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Lauri Aylaian
City Manager
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Janet Moore
Director of Finance
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Andy Firestine
Assistant City Manager
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Attachments
A. CDBG Funding Recommendations
B. Summary of Grant Applications
C. Action Plan
CITY OF PALM DESERT
CITY MANAGER'S OFFICE
INTEROFFICE MEMORANDUM
To: Honorable Mayor and City Council
From: Christopher Gerry, Management Analyst
Date: April 16, 2020
Subject :Agenda Item 17.A. - Request for Submission of the Program Year 2020
Action Plan to the U.S. Department of Urban Development
The U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD) requires the City to submit an
annual planning document (Action Plan) detailing our Community Development Block Grant
(CDBG) Program funding recommendations for the upcoming fiscal year.
As a result of the Coronavirus Disease (COVID-19), HUD has provided the City an additional
allocation of CDBG funds under the CARES Act. Furthermore, HUD has revised other statutory
requirements to increase the flexibility of funding certain activities.
In consideration of the current environment, City staff requests the City Council open and close
the. public hearing without a recommendation. City staff will meet with the Outside Agency
Funding Committee in the immediate future to discuss such changes in statutory requirements
and explore a revised approach for recommending CDBG funds.
A public hearing will be rescheduled at a future date after our options have been researched.
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STAFF REPORT
CITY OF PALM DESERT
CITY MANAGER'S OFFICE
MEETING DATE
PREPARED BY:
May 14, 2020
Christopher Gerry, Management Analyst
REQUEST: Request approval of
Assistance Program
(CDBG-CV) funds
Recommendation
policy guidelines for an Emergency Rental
using Community Development Block Grant
By minute motion, approve policy guidelines for an Emergency Rental Assistance Program
using Community Development Block Grant (CDBG-CV) funds.
Backqround
Under the Coronavirus Aid, Relief and Economic Securities Act (CARES Act), the City of
Palm Desert will receive $241,144 in CDBG-CV funds through ihe U.S. Department of
Housing and Urban Development (HUD). The purpose of CDBG-CV funds are to prevent,
prepare for, and respond to the coronavirus.
City staff conducted outreach to market-rate rental properties to identify impacts caused by
the coronavirus. These properties represent over 1,000 units. Of these units, approximately
18% of households indicated they would be late on making rent payments for April.
Consequently, many households were placed on payment plans. City staff is contacting the
most impacted rental properties again to assess the amount of late payments for May. City
staff anticipates the demand for emergency rental assistance will exceed the amount of
available CDBG-CV funds.
City staff recommends using CDBG-CV funds for an Emergency Rental Assistance Program
(Program) for fow and moderate-income households. The Program would serve as an
economic recovery tool for rental properties and a safety net for low and moderate-income
households financially impacted by the coronavirus. Since operating the Program is labor
intensive, City staff recommends subcontracting with a nonprofit organization (Subrecipient)
to actually administer the program.
To summarize and simplify, the Program includes:
• Step #1: City selects Subrecipient to operate the Program
• Step #2: City requests rental properties to apply / opt-in the Program
• Step #3: City sets aside CDBG-CV funds on a rental property basis
• Step #4: Rental properties assist with advertising the Program to eligible households
May 14, 2020 - Staff Report
CDBG-CV
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• Step #5: Subrecipient selects eligible households to offer Program
Since time is of essence, City staff requests approval of the Program policy guidelines
(Attachment A). Approval allows City staff to move forward with the development of the
Program before the completion and submission of the appropriate federal plan to HUD.
Furthermore, the City Council will hold a public hearing at their next meeting to consider
multiple GDBG items, including the approval of the Program.
Fiscaf Analvsis
There is no fiscal impact associated with this request.
LEGAL REVIEW
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Robert W. Hargreaves
City AttorneV
DEPT. REVIEW
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Lauri Aylaian
City Manager
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Attachments
- Policy Guidelines
- Estimated Timeline
- Household Income
- Support Documentation
- Prioritization
- Roles and Responsibilities
FINANCIAL REVIEW
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Janet Moore
Director of Finance
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amended by removing the limitations
on both the Accessory Dwelling Units
(ADU) and the exclusion of single-
family residences. 5�0 (AYES: Harnik,
Jonathan, Kelly, Weber, and
Nestande; NOES: None)
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Assistant City Manager
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CITY OF PALM DESERT
CITY MANAGER’S OFFICE
INTEROFFICE MEMORANDUM
To: Outside Agency Funding Committee
From: Christopher Gerry, Management Analyst
Date: May 20, 2020
Subject: Community Development Block Grant (CDBG / CDBG-CV) Program
Funding Recommendations
The Community Development Block Grant (CDBG) Program, which is administered by the U.S.
Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD), provides eligible jurisdictions federal
funds annually to address the needs of low and moderate people, allow for neighborhood
housing improvements, and respond to urgent needs. As an entitlement jurisdiction, the City is
required to submit an application (Action Plan) annually to HUD that outlines CDBG funding
recommendations while addresses other federal requirements. The City will receive $409,923 in
CDBG funds in Fiscal Year 2020-21.
The Outside Agency Funding Committee (Committee) convenes annually to provide CDBG
funding recommendations for the upcoming fiscal year. The funding amounts are usually
predictable and the federal regulations rarely change. However, under the Coronavirus Aid,
Relief and Economic Securities Act (CARES Act), entitlement jurisdictions will receive special
allocations of CDBG-CV funds and statutory waivers for program flexibility. The purpose of
CDBG-CV funds are to prevent, prepare for, and respond to the coronavirus. T he City will
receive $241,144 in CDBG-CV funds. Due to the statutory waivers (described below), the City
also recommends reprogramming $200,000 in CDBG funds from Fiscal Year 2019-20.
As previously mentioned, the CARES Act also included the following statutory waivers:
Removed the public services cap for funding nonprofit organizations, which was
previously limited to 15% of an entitlement jurisdiction’s CDBG funds.
Reduced the public comment period from 30 days down to five days.
Expedited HUD’s review process to ensure activities are implemented immediately.
Extended the deadline to submit the Annual Action Plan from May 15th to August 16th.
Allowed the same statutory waivers for unexpended CDBG funds in Fiscal Year 2019-20
and upcoming Fiscal Year 2020-21.
CDBG Funding Recommendations
May 20, 2020
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Therefore, City staff has taken a comprehensive approach to identify and recommend the
highest and best use of our CDBG and CDBG-CV funds under the statutory waivers. The
funding recommendations totaling over $850,000 represent a diversity of community needs
identified through proactive outreach and an additional streamlined application process.
Highlights of the proposed program budget include:
Over $350,000 awarded across nine nonprofit organizations to prevent, prepare for, or
respond to the coronavirus, including:
o Over 50% of nonprofit organizations physically located in Palm Desert.
o $81,000 in emergency food and shelter activities for people who are homeless
and/or food insecure.
o $50,000 in economic development activities (covers 25% of the Coachella Valley
Economic Partnership’s projected revenue loss over the next year).
$250,000 in emergency rental assistance for market-rate rental properties, and low and
moderate-income households impacted by the coronavirus.
$200,000 in projects and activities located in the City’s lowest income census tract.
The Committee may affirm or modify the recommendations at its discretion. The funding
recommendations can be found as Attachment A. Furthermore, a summary of each nonprofit
organization’s request can be found as Attachment B.
Funding recommendations made by the Committee will be incorporated into various federal
documents and presented to the full City Council for consideration on May 28, 2020.
Attachments:
A. CDBG Funding Recommendations
B. Summary of Grant Applications
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Attachment D
Meeting Minutes
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Councilmember Weber agreed the City has been involved with Palm Desert
Country Club since 2013, but not on this project, because back then
discussions were about perimeters, the golf course, and overgrown grass,
etc., however, Council is anxious to get this project started.
Mr. Hargreaves suggested reopening the public hearing forthe purposes of
continuing the item.
Mayor Pro Tem Kelly moved to, by Minute Motion, continue the public hearing to the
meeting of February 13, 2020, to allow staff to respond to the input given at this meeting.
Motion was seconded by Weber and carried by a 5-0 vote (AYES: Harnik, Jonathan, Kelly,
Weber, and Nestande; NOES: None).
B. REQUEST TO BEGIN DEVELOPMENT OF THE FISCAL YEAR 2020-2021
ACTION PLAN, INCLUDING THE COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT BLOCK
GRANT (CDBG) PROGRAM.
Management Analyst Christopher Gerry stated the public hearing this
evening is to kick off the City's annual appropriation process for Community
Development Block Grant (CDBG) Program. Staff is recommending
somewhat of a different approach than previous years, because what has
changed from previous years is the concept of CDBG eligible areas. Based
upon the changes, the thought process, and research, there are
recommended priorities for CDBG funding categories, like public services,
public facilities improvements, and administration. A CDBG eligible area is
a census track where there are at least 50 percent of the population or less
than 80 percent of the area median income, and the Palm Desert community
is applicable. With the CDBG eligible areas, there are substantially more
opportunities to utilize funds within those respective areas. Historically, the
City of Palm Desert has not had CDBG eligible areas, however, Department
of Housing and Urban Development (HUD) has recently determined that the
City has two eligible areas based on Five-Year American Communities
Survey Data or ACS Census Data. Having CDBG eligible areas is a game
changer for Palm Desert, and in order to understand some of the regional
practices, staff researched how other jurisdictions in the Coachella Valley
have allocated their CDBG funds over the last five years. Specifically, when
he's talking about public facility improvements he is referring to capital
projects, and when saying entitlement jurisdictions he is talking about those
cities who receive their allocations directly from HUD. Those jurisdictions are
the cities of Indio, Cathedral City, Palm Springs, and Palm Desert. In the
staff report (Attachment B) is a snap shot of the four jurisdictions for the past
five-year CDBG Funding Comparison for Public Facilities and Improvements.
and their totals. Palm Desert was included in the comparison, although it's
not an equal comparison since the City has been problematically different for
not having eligible areas in the past. He provided data and percentages on
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how CDBG funds had been used in the past by all the jurisdictions.
Comparatively, Palm Desert has allocated approximately $2 million across
22 projects, but during that same period, 12 of the project totaling
approximately $550,000 have been located outside the City. The
recommendations before the City Council is intended to identify priorities per
funding CDBG category. For Public Service, there are two recommended
priorities, the first is to solicit applications for fair housing services, because
this is a mandate of HUD funds. Secondly, staff recommends working with
Path of Life on an agreement for Bridge Housing, which is short-term
housing program. The City has been brainstorming for years on how to
utilize a limited number of affordable housing units for homeless individuals
whether it be short-term or long-term. He noted there are various restrictions
regarding altering the waiting list for affordable housing units. Also, the City
cannot rent a housing unit similar to what a resident can. Concurrently, the
City's Homelessness Assistant Program (HAP) has been in effect for
6 months, and were beginning to see and hear success stories that have
occurring since it has established these personal relationships through street
outreach. This potential solution increases housing by leveraging Path of
Life's ability to rent a housing unit and providing the HAP team with
discretion in placement and case management. Moving on to Public Facility
Improvements, based on these new program changes and additional
research, staff recommends limiting applications to non-profit agencies
located in Palm Desert to apply for a public facility improvement funds
(Capital Funds). Since Palm Desert now has CDBG eligible areas, staff
recommends consideration of City projects within those Census Track/CDBG
eligible areas. He included the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) parking
lot improvement project, because it was part of last fiscal year and it may
need additional funding. Finally, staff recommends retaining its
Administrative Funds for coordinating the CDBG Program, since iYs a
labor-intensive. He said 8 out of 10 comparable cities retained at least 90%
of their administrative fur►ds. He said staff will be working with the Outside
Agency Funding Committee on identifying and recommending specific
activities and providing their recommendation to the City Council in April.
Councilmember Weber needed further clarification, because she
understands Palm Desert now has two eligible areas. Also, she was under
the impression this program was going away, stating Palm Desert was going
to combine it with Riverside County and allowing them to manage the whole
thing. In the past, the reason the Committee had picked organization outside
the City was because many Palm Desert residents were benefitting from
their services, i.e., the Stroke Center, etc. Also, based on the staff report she
understands the City can now use the Administrative Funds toward Path of
Life.
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Mr. Gerry explained there are three components to the CDBG, but he
focused on the Capital Funds, because the recommendations impact the
Capital side more so than the others. The Public Services Funds are more
operational funds, so instead of going with a formal application process,
Palm Desert will work more with Path of Life on a particular contract, but also
solicit applications for fair housing services, since that is a mandate.
Councilman Jonathan noted the arrangement with Path of Life would come
out of the Public Services Fund in the amount of $60,000, which will
specifically go toward leasing a unit that would be available for homeless
individuals living in Palm Desert.
Mr. Gerry concurred, stating it would be in the form of a contract, adding
Path of Life would have the liability, but the City would have full discretion
and case management, adding that staff preferred this arrangement.
Councilman Jonathan agreed, because the City's resource officers would be
providing the wrap around services and part of the Housing First Program in
the City. He wants to make sure the contract is very specific, because there
is the migration of homeless individuals from one community to another.
Mr. Gerry offered that staff will have some discretion with reviewing who
exactly is going into a unit, adding there are multiple individuals ready for
housing at this time. He said there are people on the streets who don't want
to be out there, so it was just a matter of getting those units.
Mayor Nestande declared the public hearing open to receive comments regarding
development of the FY 2020-2021 Action Plan, including the Community
Development Block Grant (CDBG) Program. and invited anyone who wished to
address the City Council on this matter to come forward at this time.
MS. SHANNON SHEA, Eclectic Street, Palm Desert, representing Elder
Love USA, they are an in-home care company, and they are nonprofit. She
founded Elder Love in 2016 with the intent to focus on those older adults
who do not qualify for IHSS, which is in-home support from the County, but
they are just above the poverty line and don't qualify for any assistance and
can't afford existing services. She decided to create a solution by founding
this nonprofit. They charge a small fee to the senior and is able to
supplement those cost through fund-raising and grants. They are looking to
expanding their services to include an adult day center. In Palm Desert they
will focus exclusively on those seniors who do not have any memory care
problems, because Eisenhower Memory Care is literally two blocks from
where they are looking to put their adult care center. Even at their reduced
rate, through Elder Love Care, it can be cost prohibited if you need 8, 9, or
10 hours a day of care every day. They are looking at charging $50 to $80
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for the whole day of care and reducing that cost further by using grants. She
said Elder Care will be applying for the CDBG grant to open what they will be
calling "The Club House." She noted her father has been dealing with
Parkinson's for 19 years and he's the one that named the center and told her
the types of thing he wanted in The Club House. Lastly, she looked forward
to working with the City.
With no furthertestimony offered, Mayor Nestande left the public hearing open and
opened the FY 2020-2021 CDBG application process, according to the
recommended priorities, which includes focusing public services funds on fair
housing services and Path of Life Ministries; concentrating public facilities and
improvements funds on City and nonprofit organization projects located in Palm
Desert; and retaining administrative funds for staffing costs to initiate the application
process.
Councilman Jonathan stated the City was challenged by Coachella Mayor
Steven Hernandez to provide housing at a recent Coachella Valley
Association of Governments (CVAG) meeting. Of course, every city wants
to do it, but the challenge is always financial. He in turn challenged
Mr. Gerry to come up with a solution and he did. What Mr. Gerry is proposing
is very creative and effective, and he couldn't wait to present it at the next
Homelessness Committee, because he's hopeful it can set an example for
the rest of the Valley and beyond. He said a lot of people are looking at the
Coachella Valley that has adopted this regional approach to homelessness
that has been rather effective. He commended Mr. Gerry for his creative
thinking and going outside the box and not giving up; a job well done.
XVIII. MAYOR AND COUNCILMEMBER REPORTS & REMARKS TO THE COMMUNITY
A. Councilmember Jan C. Harnik Committee Reports and General Comments.
Coachella Vallev Economic Partnership (CVEP) - noted that under the
leadership and guidance of Joe Wallace, CVEP has done a great job.
She announced they received the Seal of Transparency and Platinum
status for 2019 by GuideStar, which is the highest you can get.
2. Riverside Countv Transportation Commission (RCTC) - reported
Riverside County is the fastest growing County in California, and
transportation is a challenge and it's getting worse. There was
comprehensive public outreach that included focus groups, Tele-Town
Hall meetings, social media, and regular RCTC meetings. Through the
outreach RCTC developed a Countywide Traffic Relief Plan, and the draft
was released yesterday by the Commission. The draft can be viewed at
TrafficReliefPlan.orq The Plan includes the Commission's adopted
vision, goals, objectives, sub-regional structure, which means the
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I. CALL TO ORDER
Mr. Chris Gerry called the meeting to order at 9:06 a.m.
II. ROLL CALL
Present:
Lauri Aylaian, City Manager
Jill Tremblay, Best Best & Krieger
Gina Nestande, Mayor
Kathleen Kelly, Mayor Pro-Tempore
Janet Moore, Finance Director / Committee Chair
Also Present:
Andy Firestine, Assistant City Manager
Chris Gerry, Management Analyst
Patty Leon, Recording Secretary
III. APPROVAL OF MINUTES
A. Recommend approval of Minutes of the May 16, 2019 meeting as submitted.
MOTION was made by Member Kelly to approve the Minutes of the regular meeting of
the Outside Agency Funding Committee held on May 16, 2019. Motion was seconded by
Member Nestande and carried by a 5-0 vote, with Aylaian, Tremblay, Nestande, Kelly and
Moore voting AYE.
IV. ORAL COMMUNICATION
V. NEW BUSINESS
[Items A, B and C were discussed concurrently]
Mr. Christopher Gerry reported that the Community Development Block Grant (CDBG)
Program’s recommendations are for the fiscal year 2020/2021. At the City Council meeting
of January 9th, a discussion took place to take a different approach in terms of priority
recommendations and not necessarily funding recommendations. There are three funding
categories: 1) Public Services Funds (Operational Funds), 2) Public Facilities Improvements
(Capital Projects), and 3) Administration. Public Services fund fair housing services given
that it is a federally mandated requirement; it will also fund Path of Life Ministries for a housing
unit to complement our homeless program. Program Administration costs are straightforward.
Public Facilities and Improvements funds were limited to nonprofit agencies located in City
of Palm Desert. There is a cap 15% for Public Services and a cap of 20% for Administration.
The budget for FY 20/21 is $409,923.00.
MINUTES
OUTSIDE AGENCY FUNDING COMMITTEE /
COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT BLOCK GRANT COMMITTEE
Friday, March 13, 2020 – 9:00 a.m.
DRAFT MINUTES – FOR DISCUSSION PURPOSES ONLY
Outside Agency/CDBG Funding Committee
Meeting of March 13, 2020
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Mr. Gerry displayed CDBG eligible areas stating that based on the census track 50% of the
residents within the eligible areas make less than 80% of the area median income.
A. CDBG Funding Recommendations – Public Services
1. Path of Life – Recommend $23,000
2. Fair Housing Council of Riverside County – Recommend $38,000
Ms. Lauri Aylaian asked if other providers exist in this area such as the Fair
Housing Council of Riverside County.
Mr. Gerry replied that there has been other providers. The Fair Housing
Council of Riverside County is a non-profit organization approved by the
Department of Housing and Urban Development.
Mrs. Janet Moore stated that there is an Inland Empire San Bernardino County
Fair Housing as well.
B. CDBG Funding Recommendations – Public Facilities and Improvements
1. City of Palm Desert
a) Palma Village Park Improvements - $63,000
The City is requesting funds to construct improvements at Palma Village Park.
City staff anticipates conducting a neighborhood meeting to identify the types
of improvements desired by the residents. Mr. Gerry stated that there has
been resident concern regarding homelessness and alleged criminal activity
at the park.
Member Nestande also expressed her concern for the impact of
homelessness.
Mr. Gerry stated that perhaps a more comprehensive approach through
outreach and environmental design such as light improvements, new design
of park benches, etc. would improve the environment in the park and
discourage homelessness.
b) Palma Village Sidewalk Improvements - $64,923
The City is requesting funds to construct improvements in areas missing
sidewalks within the neighborhood. Neighborhood sidewalk connectivity
complements the project located off San Pablo Avenue as well.
Mr. Gerry displayed pictures of several pathways that show gaps (unfinished
sidewalks) within this neighbor.
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Outside Agency/CDBG Funding Committee
Meeting of March 13, 2020
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Member Kelly complimented the project of installing new sidewalks, stating
the lack of sidewalks is an area that the City of Palm Desert can improve.
Member Kelly inquired about the overall impact on new sidewalks with the
anticipated funds.
Mr. Gerry replied he is currently working with the Public Works Department.
He reported that $220,000 funds were dedicated to the ADA Improvement
Project for City Hall’s parking lot. There was preliminary discussion that the
budget for this project may be less and the City may be able to reallocate
those funds to the sidewalk project. More information will be available once
the project moves forward for City Council approval.
Member Kelly thanked staff for facilitating the strategic intent of incorporating
the neighborhoods adjacent to the San Pablo project.
Ms. Lauri Aylaian addressed Mr. Firestine and asked if the Corporation Yard
in-house staff have the capability to do this type of work such as the
sidewalks.
Mr. Firestine replied he would follow up with staff and determine the best
approach to complete the sidewalk improvements given the many variables
associated such as right-ways, potential utility conflicts, transformers boxes,
etc.
2.Joslyn Center – Recommend $80,000
Joslyn Center requests funds to begin constructing Americans with
Disabilities (ADA) improvements in five restroom facilities.
3.Desert Arc – Recommend $60,000
Desert Arc requests funds to reconfigure space into two offices and storage
area for a workforce development program (Consumer Development
Program)
C.CDBG Funding Recommendations – Program Administration
1.City of Palm Desert – Recommend $81,000
MOTION made by Member Weber to fund organizations as presented in the staff
recommendation: (Item A - Public Services) Council on Aging Southern California -
$14,900; Fair Housing Council - $37,100; and Operation SafeHouse - $8,000; (Item B -
Public Facilities and Improvements) City of Palm Desert - $204,519; Coachella Valley
Rescue Mission - $36,000; JFK Memorial Foundation - $24,000; Martha’s Village &
Kitchen - $41,900; and (Item C – Program Administration) City of Palm Desert - $80,000.
Motion seconded by Member Nestande and unanimously passed by a 5-0 vote, with
Members Aylaian, Hargreaves, Nestande, Weber and Moore voting AYE.
DRAFT MINUTES – FOR DISCUSSION PURPOSES ONLY
Outside Agency/CDBG Funding Committee
Meeting of March 13, 2020
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VI. ADJOURNMENT
At this time, Ms. Lauri Aylaian thanked Mr. Gerry for the distribution and administration of the
CDBG program
The meeting was adjourned at 9:24 a.m.
Respectfully submitted,
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Patty Leon, Recording Secretary
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Councilman Jonathan asked if the March 2021 completion date includes the
two extensions on the west and east end.
Ms. Aylaian said yes to the west and no to the east.
Mr. Bowman replied that the east end is out of the City's control, because it
depends on CVAG and their design, but he anticipates being done with
design at the end of summer, going out to bid in the fall with construction
being completed within six-months. Therefore, perhaps around March 2021
as well.
Mayor Pro Tem moved to, by Minute Motion, receive and file the update on the San
Pablo Avenue Phase 2 Streetscape Improvements. Motion was seconded by Nestande
and carried by 5-0 vote (AYES: Harnik, Jonathan, Kelly, Weber, and Nestande; NOES:
None).
XVII. PUBLIC HEARINGS
A. REQUEST FOR SUBMISSION OF THE PROGRAM YEAR 2020
ACTION PLAN TO THE U.S. DEPARTMENT OF HOUSING AND
URBAN DEVELOPMENT (HUD).
Management Analyst Christopher Gerry noted he distributed a supplemental
memo to the City Council regarding this agenda item requesting the City
Council open and close the public hearing without a recommendation. As a
result of the coronavirus, the United States Department of Housing and
Urban Development (HUD) has provided the City an additional allocation of
Community Development Block Grant (CDBG) funds. They also revised
other statutory requirement, which increases flexibility for funding certain
activities. City staff will meet with the Outside Agency Funding Committee in
the immediate future to discuss such changes and requirements to identify
and recommend the highest and best use of these funds. Subsequently, an
additional public hearing will be scheduled in the future as well.
Mayor Nestande declared the public hearing o�en and invited public testimony on
this matter. W ith no public testimony being offered, she declared the public hearing
closed.
No further action was taken on this item.
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REGULAR PALM DESERT CITY COUNCIL MEETING MAY 14, 2020
F. CONSIDERATION TO STAFF AND PURCHASE A PARAMEDIC SQUAD
AT FIRE STATION NO. 71, AS PART OF THE FIRE DEPARTMENT’S
FISCAL YEAR 2020-2021 BUDGET REQUEST.
Rec: By Minute Motion, provide direction to staff on the staffing and
purchase of a Paramedic Squad at Palm Desert Fire Station No. 71.
Action:Approved staff recommendation to staff and purchase a
Paramedic Squad at Palm Desert Fire Station No. 71, as
part of the Fire Department’s Fiscal Year 2020-2021
Budget Request in the amount of $1,192.600, which has an
annual recurring cost after year one estimated to be
$957,600. 4-1 (AYES: Harnik, Kelly, Weber, and Nestande;
NOES: Jonathan)
G. CONSIDERATION OF COST REDUCTION OPTIONS FOR THE FISCAL
YEAR 2020-2021 PALM DESERT POLICE DEPARTMENT BUDGET.
Rec: By Minute Motion, approve the staff cost reduction options for
preparation of the Fiscal Year 2020-2021 Palm Desert Police
Department Budget.
Action:Approve. 5-0 (AYES: Harnik, Jonathan, Kelly, Weber, and
Nestande; NOES: None)
H. REQUEST FOR APPROVAL OF POLICY GUIDELINES FOR AN
EMERGENCY RENTAL ASSISTANCE PROGRAM USING COMMUNITY
DEVELOPMENT BLOCK GRANT (CDBG-CV) FUNDS.
Rec: By Minute Motion, approve policy guidelines for an Emergency Rental
Assistance Program using Community Development Block Grant
(CDBG-CV) Funds.
Action: Approved staff recommendation as amended by removing
the limitations on both the Accessory Dwelling Units
(ADU) and the exclusion of single-family residences. 5-0
(AYES: Harnik, Jonathan, Kelly, Weber, and Nestande;
NOES: None)
9
Attachment E
Stakeholder Outreach List
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Stakeholder Outreach List
Agency Ttl Name Title Phone Street City Email
1 ABC Recovery Mr. David Leahy CFO (760)342-6616 44374 Palm Street Indio, CA 92201 DLeahy@abcrecoverycenter.org
2 ACT for MS Mr. Jim Conway President (760)773-9806 73-710 Fred Waring Drive,Suite 120A Palm Desert, CA 92260 info@actforms.org
3 Alternatives to Domestic Violence Ms.Florence White CEO (951)320-1370 PO Box 910 Riverside, CA 92502 info@alternativestodv.org
4 All Things Are Possible Bob & Nancy Horn Co-Producers (760) 413-3593 73500 Red Circle Palm Desert, CA 92260 bobhorn.atap@gmail.com
5 American Heart Association Ms.Kristi Narmore Coordinator (310)424-4160 1700 Iowa Ave, Suite 240 Riverside, CA 92507 Kristi.Narmore@heart.org
6 American Red Cross Mr. Brian Daly Director of Major Gifts 951-656-4218 x3003 39-665 Entrepernue Lane, Suite A Palm Desert, CA 92211 brian.daly@redcross.org
7 American Red Cross Ms.Sandy Lowry Development Officer 951-676-3711 32364 Overland Trail Temecula, CA 92592-1955 slowry@riversidecounty.redcross.org
8 Angel View Crippled Children's Foundation Ms.Catherine Rips Grants Manager (760)341-2924 44109 Yucca Drive Indian Wells, CA 92210 catherine@ripsconsulting.com
9 Assistance League of Palm Springs Desert Area Ms.Roberta Grubb (760)200-5245 908 Fire Dance Lane Palm Desert, CA 92211 robertagrubb@eartlink.net
10 Barbara Sinatra Children's Center Ms.John Thoresen Executive Director (760)340-2336 39000 Bob Hope Drive Rancho Mirage, CA 92270 jthoresen@emc.org
11 Betty Ford Center Foundation Ms.Jeanette Janik Major Gifts Officer (760)773-4243 39000 Bob Hope Drive Rancho Mirage, CA 92270 jjanik@bettyfordcenter.org
12 Big Brothers, Big Sisters of the Desert Ms.Judy May Executive Director (760) 568-3977 42-600 Cook Street, Suite 110 Palm Desert, CA 92211 judym@bbbsdesert.org
13
Borrego Community Health Foundation, dba The
Smile Factory Mr.Lenny Pepper Director of Special Programs & Projects (760)773-5747 41-865 Boardwalk, Suite 210 Palm Desert, CA 92211 lpepper@borregomedical.org
14 Bread of Life/Victory Christian Center Ms.Deci Connelly Pastor (760)328-3313 P.O. Box 5060 Palm Springs, CA 92263 pastor@victorychristian.org
15 California Partnership Ms. Maryjane Sanchez Business Development 760-619-7671 **PLEASE EMAIL***maryjanesanchez.cap@gmail.com
16 Cathedral Center Mr.James Martinez Executive Director (760)321-1548 37171 West Buddy Rogers Ave.Cathedral City, CA 92234 jpm@cathedralcenter.org
17 Coachella Valley Autism Society Ms.Juanitya Hernandez (760)772-1000
77564 Country Club Drive, Building B, Ste.
363 Palm Desert, CA 92211 coordinator@cvasa.org
18 Coachella Valley Economic Partnership Mr.Mike Layne Grants Manager Mike.Layne@cvep.com
19 Coachella Valley Housing Coalition Ms.Julie Bornstein Executive Director (760)347-3157 45-701 Monroe Street, Suite G Indio, CA 92201 cvhc@cvhc.org
20 Coachella Valley Rescue Mission Mr.Sherry Finke Development Specialist (760) 347-3512 47470 Van Buren Street Indio, CA 92201 sfinke@cvrm.org
21 Coachella Valley Sexual Assault Services Ms.Wynnett Daugherty (760)568-9071 74333 Hwy. 111, Suite 100 Palm Desert, CA 92260
22 Coachella Valley Women's Business Center Ms.K. Scanlan (760)345-9200 77-806 Flora Road, Ste. A Palm Desert, CA 92211 kscanlan@cvwbc.org
23 College of the Desert Foundation Mr. James Hamner Executive Director (760) 773-2561 43-500 Monterey Avenue Palm Desert, CA 92260 jhummer@collegeofthedesert.edu
24 Department of Social Services Ms.Susan Loew Director (951) 358-3000 4060 County Circle Drive Riverside, CA 92503
25 Desert Ability Center Ms.Judy A. May Executive Director (760)-333-1529 **PLEASE EMAIL***jmay@daccv.org
26 Desert AIDS Project Ms.Laura Nachison Senior Grant Writer (760) 323-2118 1695 N. Sunrise Way Palm Springs, CA 92262 lnachison@desertaidsproject.org
27 Desert ARC Mr.Richard Balocco Executive Director (760)346-1611 73-255 Country Club Drive Palm Desert, CA 92260 lnabie@desertarc.org
28 Desert Best Friends Closet Ms.Connie Golds President (760) 776-9975 74040 Hwy 111, Ste F Palm Desert, CA 92261 cgolds@bfcloset.org
29 Desert Blind and Handicap Ms.Barbara Workman (760)409-9216 471 E Tahquitz Canyon Way Suite 218 Palm Springs, CA 92262 bbjworkman@gmail.com
29 Desert Cancer Foundation Ms.Brenda Eisenacher Controller (760)773-6554 74091 Larrea Street Palm Desert, CA 92260 beisenacher@desertcancerfoundation.org
30 Desert Cities Gilda's Club Ms. Paula Kennedy President (760) 770-5678 73555 Alessandro Drive Palm Desert, CA 92260 pkennedygcdc@dc.rr.com
31 Desert Elite Mavericks Ms.Amy Grey/ Andrea Durrett (760) 328-1113 73605 Dinah Shore Drive, Bldg 500 Palm Desert, CA 92211 tgrey@dc.rr.com or andrea-rocky@msn.com
32 Desert HealthCare Foundation Mr.Herb K.Shultz CEO (760) 323-6113 1140 N. Indian Canyon Drive Palm Springs, CA 92262 hschultz@dhcd.org
33 Desert Sands Unified School District Mr.Larry Bellanich Student Assistance Program (760)238-9770 47950 Dune Palms Road La Quinta, CA 92253 larry.bellanich@desertsands.us
34 DWE Ms. Vivian Gonzalez Board Director (760)360-7691 77290 Ohio Ct.Palm Desert, CA 92211 vgonzie@msn.com
35 Edward Jones Co.Ms.Amy H Jeandron (760) 674-5749 74-361 Hwy 111, #4 Palm Desert, CA 92260
36 Episcopal Community Services 401 Mile of Cars Way, Suite 350 National City, CA 91950 lkeller@ecscalifornia.org
37 Fair Housing Council of Riverside County Mr. Richard Lemire Program Administrator (951) 682-6581 3933 Mission Inn Ave Riverside, CA 92501 accountant@fairhousing.net
38 Family Health & Support Network, Inc.Ms.Sandra Austin Executive Director (760) 340.2442 74-410 Hwy 111, Suite D Palm Desert, CA 92260 saustin@fhsnet.org
39 Family YMCA of the Desert Ms.Terri Bona Director of Fund Development (760)341-9622 43930 San Pablo Avenue Palm Desert, CA 92260 tbona@desertymca.org
40 Father Joe's Villages Mr. Bill Bolstad Chief Development Officer (619) 446-2106 3350 E Street San Diego, CA 92102-3332
41 Father's Heart Ranch for Neglected Children Mr.Chuck Delong (760) 251-8858 71-175 Aurora Road Desert Hot Springs, CA 92241
42 FIND, Inc.Ms.Erica Huskey Development Officer (760) 775-3663 P.O. Box 10080 Indio, CA 92202 grants@findfoodbank.org
43 FISH of the Lower Coachella Valley Mr.Daniel Rivers PO Box 116 Coachella, CA 92236
44 Gen Live Mr Bill Ballas (442) 274-2131 **PLEASE EMAIL***billballas@wsballas.com
45 Grid Alternatives Mr Jaime Alonso Executive Director (951) 471-7048 1660 Chicago Avenue M21 Riverside, CA 92507 jalonso@gridalternatives.org
46 Habitat for Humanity Ms.Jennifer Loretta Devepment Coordinator 760-969-6917 34470 Gateway Drive, Suite 100 Palm Desert, CA 92211 development@hfhcv.org - EMAIL - ONLY
47
HARC - Health Assessment and Research for
Communities Dr. Jenna LeComte-Hinely CEO (760)404-1945
**PLEASE EMAIL*** 75-080 Frank
Sinatra Drive, Suite A221 Palm Desert, CA 92211-5202 jlecomte-hinely@harcdata.org
48 Healing Horses Thereaputic Riding Center Ms. Gabriele Lawrence (760)408-4633 49-950 Jefferson St. #130-235 Indio, CA 92201 gabriele@healinghorsescv.org
49 Housing Ms.Jessica Gonzales Management Analyst (760)346-0611 73510 Fred Waring Drive Palm Desert, CA 92260 for HIP program
50 Housing Authority of Riverside Mr.Tom Fan (951) 351-0700 5555 Arlington Avenue Riverside, CA 92504 4/7/2020
Stakeholder Outreach List
51 Human Strategies for Human Rights Ms.Gina Annette Gognon Executive Director (760) 862-1254 73612 Hwy. 111, Suite 6 Palm Desert, CA 92260
52 Independent Living Partnership Mr Richard Smilth Executive Director (951) 653-0740 6235 River Crest Drive, Suite C Riverside, CA 92507 consueloarias@ilp.org
53 Institute of Critical Care Medicine Ms.Patricia McGill Office Manager (760) 778-4911 35-100 Bob Hope Drive Rancho Mirage, CA 92270 admin@weiliccm.org
54 Integrated Learning Institute Ms.Cynthia Moses Director (760) 772-9019 43875 Washington Street, Suite F Palm Desert, CA 92211 rkingsbury@dc.rr.com
55 International Classical Concerts of the Desert Dr. Joan RuBane President (760)360-4714 P.O. Box 1227 La Quinta, CA 92253 sagljo@aol.com
56 Jefferson Transitional Programs Ms.Sue Moreland Director of Creative Arts (951) 686-5484 3839 Brockton Ave Riverside, CA 92501 suem@jtpfriends.org
57 Jewish Family Services Ms.Maureen Forman Executive Director (760) 325-4088 490 South Farrell Drive, Suite C-208 Palm Springs, CA 92262 info@jfsdesert.org
58 JFK Foundation Ms. Susan Francis President/CEO (760)776-1600 73-555 San Gorgonio Way Palm Desert, CA 92260 susanfrancis@jfkfoundation.org
59 Joslyn Senior Center Mr.Jack Newby Executive Director (760)340-3220 73750 Catalina Way Palm Desert, CA 92260 Jackn@joslyncenter.org
60 Kin- Care California Family Life Center (951) 791-3587 930 North State Street Hemet, CA 92543 ihearu@cflckids.org
61 McCallum Theatre Mr.Thomas M. Head Senior Manager, Planned Gifs & Grants (760) 346-6505 x104 73000 Fred Waring Drive Palm Desert, CA 92260 thead@mccallum-theatre.org
62 Martha's Village & Kitchen Ms. Linda Barrack CEO and President 760-347-4741 x114 83791 Date Avenue Indio, CA 92201 lbarrack@marthasvillage.org
63 Needs for the Needy Mr.Ramin Ramirez or Terri Dominguez (760)218-6183 P.O. Box 147 Thermal, CA 92274 56113 Hwy 111 Thermal, CA 92774
64
Neighborhood Housing Services of the Inland
Empire Ms.Dawn Lee Executive Director (909)884-6891 x. 222 1390 North D Street San Bernardino, CA 92405 dawn.lee@nhsie.org
65 Olive Crest, Abused Children's Foundation Ms.Tracey Fitzsimmons Executive Director (951) 686-8500 2130 E. Fourth Street, Suite 200 Santa Ana, CA 92705 tracey-fitzsimmons@olivecrest.org
66 Operation SafeHouse Ms. Julie Hale Grant Writer 72-710 East Lynn Street Thousand Palms, CA 92276 jhale@operationsafehouse.org
67 Ophelia Project Ms.Susan Francis 760-776-1600 x122 **PLEASE EMAIL***susanfrancis@jfkfoundation.org
68 Palm Desert Youth Sports Association Mr.Chris Bash (760)799-7377 74095 Catalina Way Palm Desert, CA 92260 pdysa@aol.com
69 Pegasus Riding Academy Ms. Robin Montegomery Executive Director (760)416-0165 35-450-B Pegasus Court Palm Desert, CA 92211 RobinKay919@gmail.com
70 Ranch Recovery Centers, Inc.Mr.Rick Mesa 7885 Annandale Ave Desert Hot Springs, CA 92240 ranchrecovery@aol.com
71 Reginal Access Project Ms.Amalia Coyt TAP Manager/Operations Manager 760-674-9992 **PLEASE EMAIL***Palm Desert, CA 92260 CNA@RAPFoundation.org
72 Rebuilding Together Riverside Ms.Rebecca Anderson 951-683-7100 3985 University Ave. Riverside, CA 92501 missrebeccalee@yahoo.com
73 Red Cross of Riverside County Ms. Mindy Holcomb 4334 Brookside Drive Hemet, CA 92545
74 Red Hot Ballroom Mr.Robert Berens President 243 Santa Barbara Circle Palm Desert, CA 92260 haganconsulting@outlook.com
75 Riverside County Dept. of Mental Health Mr. Brian Davis (760) 863-8455 47-825 Oasis Street Indio, CA 92201
76 Riverside County Economic Development Mr.John Thurman 44-199 Monroe Street, #B Indio, CA 92201
77 Riverside County Housing Authority 44-199 Monroe Street, #B Indio, CA 92201
78 Riverside County of Community Action Ms. Janet Hough 2038 Iowa Avenue, #B-102 Riverside, CA 92507
79 Riverside County of Community Action Ms.Kathrine Latta 2038 Iowa Avenue, #B-102 Riverside, CA 92507
80 Riverside County Office on Aging Ms.Jamika Bell (951) 867-3800 6296 Rivercrest Drive, #K Riverside, CA 92507 jrbell@rivco.org
81 Safe House of the Desert Ms.Birgit Phillips (760) 343-3211 72710 E Lynn St Thousand Palms, CA 92276 bphillips@operationsafehouse.org
82 Shelter from the Storm Ms. Angelina Coe Executive Director (760) 674-0400 73-555 Alessandro, #D Palm Desert, CA 92260 Angelina@shelterfromthestorm.com
83 Smooth Transition Inc.Ms.Robin Goins Executive Director (951) 263-9392 19310 Jesse Lane Riverside, CA 92508 rgoins@smoothtransitioninc.com
84 Soldiers Organized Services Ms.Erica Stone (760) 799-5488 57-539 Santa Rosa Trail La Quinta, CA 92253 e.stone@sosride.org
85 Stroke Recovery Center Ms. Bev Greer CEO 2800 E. Alejo Road Palm Springs, CA 92262 bgreer@neurovitalitycenter.org
86 Stroke Recovery Center Ms.Dawne Duncan **PLEASE EMAIL***dawne@dawneduncan.com
87 The Learning Tree Mr.Robert Craven Principal/Administrative Director (760) 345-8100 42675 Washington St Palm Desert, CA 92211 treeball19@aol.com
88 Turning Heads Ms. Debbie Green (760) 880-5678 74801 Hovely Lane #10226 Palm Desert, CA 92255 debbie@turningheadsproject.org
89 United Cerebral Palsy Ms.Nancy Sanders (760) 321-8184 70017 Hwy 111 Suite 5 Rancho Mirage Ca 92270 nancy@ucpie.org
90 USO at Palm Springs Ms.Stephanie Navarro (760) 866-1100 210 N. EI Cielo, Suite 102 Palm Springs, CA 92262 INFO@BobHopeUSO.org
91 Virginia Waring International Piano Competition Ms. Ann Greer Executive Director (760) 773-2575 73-710 Fred Waring Drive,Suite 201 Palm Desert, CA 92260 info@vwipc.org
92 WeTip, Inc.Ms.Susan Auilar CEO PO Box 1296 Rancho Cucamonga, CA 92719 susanaguilarCEO@aol.com
93 Ms. Adara Johnson (760)469-3757 PMB 329, P.O. Box 9011 Calexico, CA 92232-9011 adara_johnson@yahoo.com
94 Ms.Adrienne Barton (442)256-1068 45866 Big Canyon Street Indio, CA 92201 adriennebarton23@gmail.com
95 Mama's House Ms.Rachel Harrington Executive 203-598-6462 rachel@themamashouse.org
96 Elder Love USA Ms.Shannon Shea Executive Director 888-336-8322 shannon@elderloveusa.org
97 Academic Solutions Ms.Holly Armstrong CEO & Founder 928-821-5434 N/A N/A excellence@academicsolutionsusa.org
4/7/2020
Attachment F
Application for Federal Assistance SF-424
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OM9 Number. 4o4p•0004
ExpiraFion bate: 12l31l2p98
Appllcation for Federal Assistance SF-42�
* 1. Type of Submissiprr " 2. Type oi A�plication
� Preapplication � New
� Appl�cation � Con;inuation
� ChangedlCorrected Applicalion � Revislon
" 3. �ate Received 4. Applicant fdentifer.
�o9�z4�zozo � 1
' Ii Revision, select appropriate letter{a}:
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5a. Federal Entity Identifier 5b. Federdl Award Identifier
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State Uae Dnly:
5. Date Received hy State � I I 7. 5tate Application Identifier. I
8. APPLICANT INFORMASION:
' a. Legal Name �City of Palm �esert
' h. EmployerlTaxpayer ldentification Number (EINlTIN}: ' e. Organizatianal �UNS �
�95-2859959 � IU049999590000 �
d. Adciress:
• 5treet7: I7351U Fred Waring �rive
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� C��Y� IPalm �esert �
Co�ntylParish I j
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' State� I CA: California
Province� I I
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"COUntry' I U5A: UNITEd 52ATES
• z�pr Posta� code: �922fi0-2529 �
e. Organizational Llnit:
�epartment Name: Division Name:
I � �
f. Name and contact Intormatlon of penon to he canpcted on mattera invalving thla application:
Prefx: � � ' First Name �Christopher
Middle Name: � I
a
* Last Name: lGerry
Su�x. � I
TiUe: I
OrganizaGonal Affi]lation
' Telephone Number. I760-77fi-6335 � Fax Number �
"EmaIL �cgerryPcityofpalmdese=t.orq
Applicatian fo� Federal Assistance SF�24
' 9. Type pf Appllcant 1: 5elect Applicant Type:
IC: City ar Township Government
Zype of Applipnt 2: Select Appiipnt Type:
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Type ai A�plicant 3: Selecl Applieant Type:
!
' Other {specify);
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' 70. Name of Federal Agency:
IU.S. Department of Ho�sing and Ur6an Development
11. Catalap of Federal �omestic Aasistance Number.
�19 . 218 I
CFdA TiUe:
ICommunity DeveZopment Biock Grant / Entitlement Grants
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` 12. Funding Opportunity Number:
IN /A j
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" Tide:
N/A
13. Competition Identificatlon Number.
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Title:
74. Areas Af�ected by P�oject (Ckles, Countlea, 5tates, etc.J:
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' 95. �BscNptive Tltle oF ApplicanYs ProJect:
The 2020 Action Plan identifies activities to fund under the Community �evelopment Block Grant
Program pursuant to Title i of the Housing and Community Develapment Act of 1974, as amended.
Attach supporting documenls as specified in agency InsVuctions.
� Add Attachments � I: DeEetsAitachments � I View Attaohments ��
i
Application for Federal Assistance SF-424
16. Congroasional DEstricts OF:
' a. Applicanf �Ca-036 � ' b. ProgramlProject ICA-036 I
Attach an additianal Iist of ProgramlProjeci Cangressional Districts if needed.
I ��,4dd Alt�chmenl ��. Delete AttaGtrrtent � I View Attac�►ment �
17. Prvposed ProjecL•
• a. Start Date: Ip7/01/2o2U
18. Estlmatad Funding {SI:
" a. Federal f
' b. Applicant I
' a State I
' d, Loca1 I
' e. Other I
' f. Progrdm Income I
* g. TOTAi I
409,923.00�
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909,923.00f
" First Name� IAyan
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• 19. Is Applicativn SubJeet to Review By 5tate Under Executl�e Order 723T2 Process?
� a. This application was made available to the State under Ihe Executive Order 12372 Process for review on �
� b. Program is subJect to E.O. 12372 but has nat been sefected qy ihe 51aEe far review.
� c. Program is nnt covered by E.O. i2372.
' 2Q. Is ihe Applicant �elinquent On Any Federal �abt7 (!i "Yes," provlde explanadon in attachmentj
� Yes � No
Ii "Yes", provide expla�auon anc! attach
� �� Add AttachmenE ��, Deleie Atlachme�t � I� View Attachrrtenl �
21.'By signing thia appllcatlon, I certlty {1) to the statements conWlned in the liat of eetti}icationa" and (x} that the stataments
hereln are true, compieta and accurate to the best of my knowledge. I also provida the requlred aasurancea'• and agree to
comply wEth any resuldng terms if I accept an award. I am aware that any false, fictltEous, or iraudulent atatements or clafms may
aubJect me to crfminal, clvil, vr adminfstrative penalties. {U.S. Code, Title 218, 5ectfon 70d7 �
� " I AGREE
" The Iist of cerSifications and assura�eas, or an intemet site where you may oblain this Iist, is cantained in the annauncement or agency
specific instruc�lons.
Autharized Representative:
Prefix: �
Middle Name �
" Last Name: IStendell
SutFuc: I
"Titls: ICommunity Development Director
•TelephoneNumber. �760-346-0611
'Email:�r9tendell@cityofpalmdesert.orq
" 5ignature ai Authorized Representative: �
' h. End Oate: IQ5/30/2021
Faz Number. �
!
"�ateSigned: �04/07/2020
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Attachment G
Action Plan Certification
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CERTIFICATIONS
In accordance with the applicable statutes and the regulations go�erning the consolidated plan regu�ations,
the jurisdiction certifies that:
Aflirmatively Further Fair Housing --The jurisdiction will affirmatively further fair hausing.
Uniform Relocation Act and Anti-displacement and Relocation Plan -- It wilI comply with ihe
acquisition and relocation requirements of the Uniform Relocation Assistance and Real Property
Acquisition Policies Act of I970, as amended, (42 U.S.C. �1601-4655) and implementing regulatians at 49
CFR Part 24. It has in effect and is following a residential ariti-dispIacement and relocation assistance
plan required under 24 CFR Part 42 in connection with any activity assisted with funding under the
Community Development Block Grant or HOME programs.
Anti-Lobbying --To the best of the jurisdictian's knowledge and belief:
1. No Federal apprapriated funds have been paid or wiiI be paid, by or on behalf af ii, to any person for
influencing ar attempting to influence an officer or employee of any agency, a Member of Congress, an
officer or employee af Congress, or an employee of a Member of Congress in connection with t�e
awarding of any Federal contract, the making of any Federal grant, the making of any Federal loan, the
entering into of any coaperati�e agreement, and the extension, continuation, renewal, amendment, or
modification ofany 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 infiuence 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, ar 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 Zanguage of paragraph 1 and 2 of this anti-Iobbying certificatian be included in
the award documents for all subawards at all tiers {including subcontracts, subgrants, and contracts under
grants, loans, and caaperative agreements) and that all subrecipients shal� 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 authoriry to carry out the programs for which it is seeking funding,
in accordance with applicable HUD regulations.
Cansistency with plan —The hou5ing activities to be undertaken with Community Development Block
Grant, HOME, Emergency SoIutions Grant, and Housing Opportunities for Persons With AIDS funds are
consistent with the strategic plan in the jurisdictian's consolic�ated plan.
Section 3— It will comply with section 3 of the Housing and L1rban Development Act of 1968 ( I2 U.S.C.
1701 u) and implementing regulations at 24 CFR Part 135.
� J'`� Avril 7, 2020
Signature of Authorized Of�icial Date
Community Development Director
Title
Specific Community Developenent Block Grant Certifications
The Entitlement Cammunity certifies that:
Citizen ParticipAtion — It is in full compliance and following a detailed citizen participation plan that
satisfies ihe requirements of 24 CFR 91.105.
Comm�nity Develapment Plan -- Its consolidated plan identifies community development anc� housing
needs and specifies bath short-term and long-term community de�elopment objectives that that have been
de�eloped in accordance with the primary objective of the CDBG program {i.e., the deveIopment of
viable urban communities, by providing decent housing and expanding economic opportunities, primarily
for persons of low and moderate income) and requirements of 24 CFR Parts 91 and 570.
Follawing a Plan -- It is foIIowing a current consolidated plan that has been approved by HUD.
Use af Funds -- It has complied with the following criteria:
l. Maximum Feasible Prioritv. With respect to acti�ities expected to be assisted with CDBG
funds, it has developed its Action Plan sa as to give maximum feasible priority to activities which
beneftt low- and maderate-incame families or aid in the prevention or eliminatian of slams or
blight. The Action plan may also inciude CD$G-assisted activities which the grantee certifies
are designed to meet other community development needs having particular urgency becau5e
existing canditions pase a serious and immediate threat to the health or welfare of the community,
and other financial resources are not available (see Optional CDBG Certification).
2. Overall Benefit. Ti�e aggregate use afCDBG funcEs, including Section 108 guaranteed loans,
during program year(s) [a period speci�ied by the grantee of one,
two, or three specific consecutive program years], shaIl principally benefit persons af 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. Snecial Assessments. It will not attempt to recover any capital costs af public improvements
assisted with CDBG funds, including Sectian 10$ loan guaranteed funds, by assessing any
amount against properties owned and occupied by persons of law and moderate income,
including any fee charged or assessment made as a condition of obtaining access to such pubiic
im�rovements.
However, if CDBG funds are used to pay the proportian ofa fee or assessment that reIates to the
capital costs of public impro�ements {assisted in part with CDBG funds} financed from ather
re�enue sources, an assessment or charg,e may be made against the property with respect to the
public improvements fnanced by a source other than CDBG funds.
In addition, 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 far public improvements
financed by a source other than CDBG funds if tt�e jurisdiction certifies that it lacks CDBG funds
to co�er the assessment.
Excessive Force -- It has adopted and is enforcing:
1. A policy prohibiting the use of excessive force by law enforcement agencies within its
jurisdiction against any individ�als 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 fram a facility or location which is the subject of such non-violent civil rights demonstrations
within its jurisdictian.
Compliunce with Anti-discriminatia� luws -- The grant will be conducked and administered in
conformity with title VI of the CiviF Rights Act of Z 964 (42 U.S.C. 200Qd) and tt�e Fair Housing Act {42
U.S.C. 3601-3b19) and implementing regulatians.
Lead-Based Paint -- Its activities concerning lead-based paint wiIl comply with the requirements of 24
CFR Fart 35, Subparts A, 8, J, K and R.
Complianre with Laws -- It will comply with applicab2e 1aws.
9� 7b{_.� � Apri l 7, 2U20
Signature of Authorized Official Date
Community Development Director
Title
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Attachment H
SF-424D Assurances
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ASSURANCES - CONSTRUCTION PROGRAMS
pMB Ap�roval No. 0348-4042
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instructions, searching exis6ng data 5ources, gathering a�d maintaining the data needed, and campleting and reviewing the collection of
information. Send comments regarding the burden estimate or any other aspect of this collection of informaaon, including suggest�ons for
red�cing this hurden, to the Office of Management and Budget, Paperwork Reduction Project (0348-0042), Washington, �C 20503.
PLEAS� DQ NOT RETURN YOUR COMPLETED FORM TO THE QFFICE �F MANAGEMENT AND BUDGET.
SEND IT TO THE ADDRESS PROVIDED BY THE SPONS4RING AGENCY.
NOTE: Certain of tt�ese assurances may not he applicable to your project or program. If you have questions, please contack the
Awarding Agency. Further, certain Federal assistance awarding agencies may require applicants to certify to additiona!
assurances. ff such i5 the case, you will he natified.
As the duly authorized representati�e of the applicant, I certify that the applicant:
Has the legal authority to apply far Federal assistance, 8. Will camply with the Iniergovemmental Personnel Act
and ihe institukional, managerial and financial capability of 1970 (42 U.S.C. §§4728-47fi3) relating to prescri�ed
(including funds sufficient ta pay the non-Federal share standards for merit systems for programs funded
of project costs) to en5ure proper planning, under one of the 19 statutes ar regulations specified in
managemenk and completion of the project described in Appendix A oF OPM's Standards for a Merit System of
this application. Personnel Admi�istration (5 C.F.R. 9�0, Subpart F).
2. Wrll give the awarding agency, the Comptroller General
of the United States and, if appropriate, the State,
through any authorized representa6�e, access to and
the right to examine all records, booics, papers, or
documents related to the assistance; and will establish
a�roper accounting system in accordance with
generally accepted accounting standards or agency
directives.
Will not di5pose of, modify ihe use of, or change the
terms of the real property title, or other interest in the
site and facilities without permission and instructions
from the awarding agency. Will record the Federal
in#eres# in the title of real property in accardance with
awarding agency direcSives and will inclutle a covenant
in ihe title nf real property aquired in whole or in part
wikh Federal assistance funds to assure non-
discrimination during the useful life of khe project.
4, Will comply with the requirements of the assistance
awarding agency with regard to the drafting, review and
approval of constructian plans and specifications,
5. Will provide and maintain competent and adequate
engineering supervision at the construction site to
ensure that the com�lete woric conforms with the
appro�ed plans and specifiqkions and will fumish
progress reports and such other informatian as may be
required hy the assistance awarding agency or State.
fi. Will initiate and complete the wark within the applicable
time f�ame after receipt of approval af the awarding
agency.
7, Will establish safeguards to p�ahibit employees ftom
using their positions for a purpose that constitutes or
presents the appearance of personal or organizational
conflict oi interest, or personal gain.
9. Will comply with the Lead-8a5ed Paint Poisoning
Pre�ention Act (42 U.S.C. §§4801 et seq.} which
prohibits the use of lead-based paint in construction or
rehabilitation af residence structures.
10. Will comply with all Federal 5tatute5 relating to nan-
discrimination. These include but are not [imited to: (a)
Title VI af the Civil Rights Act of 19fi4 (P.L. BB-352)
which prahibits discriminakion an the basis af race,
color or national origin; (b) 7itle IX of the �ducation
Amendments of 1972, as amended (20 U.S.C. §§1681-
1683, and 1685-'Ifi86), which prohibits discrimination
on the basis af sex; (c) Section soa of the
Rehabilitatian Act oi 9973, as amended (29 U.S.C.
§794), which prohibits discrimination on the basis of
handicaps; (d) the Age Riscrimination Act of 1975, as
amended (42 U.S.C. §§6101-6i07), which prohibits
discriminat�on on the basis af age; {e) t#�e Drug Abuse
Office and Treatment Act of 1972 (P.L. 92-255), as
amended, relating to nondiscrimination on the basis of
drug abuse; (� the Comprehensive Alcohol A6use and
Alcaholism Pre�ention, Treatment and Rehabilitation
Act of 1970 (P.L. 9i-696), as amended, relating to
nondiscrimination on the hasis af alcohol abuse or
alcaholism; (g) §§523 and 527 of the Public Health
Service Act of 1912 (42 U.S.C. §§290 dd-3 and 290 ee-
3), as amended, relating to confidentiality of alcohol
and drug abuse patient records; {h) Titls Vlll of the
Ci�il Rights Act of 1968 (42 U.S.C. §§3601 et seq.}, as
amended, relating to nondiscrimination in the sale,
rental or f�nancing of housing; (i) any other
nondiscrimination provisions in the specific statute(sj
under which application for Federal assistance is being
made; and, (j) the requirements of any other
noncEiscrimina#ion statute(s) which may apply to tiie
application.
Standard Form 424� (Rev. 7-97j
Prevlous Edition Usable Authorized for Loca[ Reproductiorl Prescri6ed by OMB Clrcular A-7o2
'� 1� Will comply, or has already complied, with the
requirements of Titles II and II� of the Uniform Relocation
Assistance and Real Property Acq�isitian Policie5 Act of
1970 (P,L. 91-646) which provide for fair and equitab�e
trestment of persons displaced or whose praperty is
acquired as a resuft af Federal and federalfy-assisted
programs, These requirements apply to aEl interests in real
property acquired for project purposes regardless of
Federal participation in purchases.
12• Wcll comply with the provisions of the Hatch Act (5 U.5_C.
§§1501-i508 and 73247328) which fimit the political
activities of employees whose principal employment
activities are funded in whoEs or in part with Federal funds.
13. Will comply, as applicable, with ttte pro�isions of the Davis-
Bacon Act (4011.S.C. §§27fia to 276a-7), the Copeland Ad
(40 U.S.C. §27fic and 98 U.S.C, §874), and the Contract
Work Hours and Safety 5tandards Act (40 U.S.C_ §§327- 16.
333} regarding fabor standards Far federally-assisted
construction suhagreements.
National En�ironmental Policy Act of 1969 (P.L. 91-
190j and Executive Order (EO) 11514; (bj natification
of violating facilities pursuant to �O 11738; (c)
protection of wetlands pursuant to EO 1'1990; (d)
evaluation of flood hazards in floodplains in accardance
with EO '11988; {e) assurance of praject cansistency
with the appro�ed State management program
developed under the Coastal Zone Management Act of
1972 (16 LI.S.C. §§1451 et seq.); {� confarmity of
Federal actions to State (Clesn Air) lmplementa6on
Plans under 5ection 176{c) of the Clean Air Act af
1955, as amended (92 U.S.C. §§7401 et seq.); (g)
protection of undergraund sources of drinking water
under the Saie Drinking Water Act of 1974, as
amended (P.L. 93-523); and, (h) protedion af
endangered species under the Endangered Specie5 Act
of 1973, as amended (P.L. 93-205).
Wil1 comply with the Wld and Scenic RiverS Act of
1968 (16 U.S.C. §§127i et seq,j related ta protec#ing
coinponents ar potential camponents of the national
wild and scenic rivers system.
'i4, Will camply with flood insurance purchase requirerr�ents of
5ection 102(a) of the Fiood Disaster Protection Act of i973 'i7. Will assist the awarding agency in assuring compliance
(P.L. 93-234) which requires recipient5 in a special flood with Section 106 of the National Historic Preservetion
hazard area to par#icipate in the program and to purchase Act af 1966, es amended (16 U.S.C. §470), EO 11593
flood insurance if the total cost of insureble constructian (identiflcadon and protection of historic properties), and
and acquisitian is $10,000 ar more, the ArchaeoEogical and hlistoric Praservation Act of
1974 (16 U.S.C. §§469a-1 et seq.).
15, Will comply with en�ironmental standards which may be
�rescribed pursuant to the fo�lowing� (a) institution of 18. Will cause to be performsd the required f�nancial and
environmental guality cantrol measures under the compliance audits in accordance with the Single Audit
Act Amendments of �996 and OMB Circular No. A-133,
"Audits of States, Local Govemments, and Non-Profit
Organizations."
SIGNATURE OF AU�HORIZE� CERTIFYING OFFICIAL
APPLICANi ORGANIZA710N
City of Paim Dese�t
19, Will comply with all applicable requirements oF all other
Federal laws, executive orders, regulaGons, and policies
governing this program.
'FITLE
Community De�elopment Director
DAT� SUBMITfEQ
April 7, 2020
SF-424D (Ray. 7-97} Back
Program Year 2019 Action Plan Amendment No. 2
CARES Act
U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development
Community Development Block Grant Program
City of Palm Desert
73-510 Fred Waring Drive
Palm Desert, CA 92260
(760) 346-0611
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TABLE OF CONTENTS
1. INTRODUCTION
2. BUDGET ADJUSTMENT
3. CITIZEN PARTICIPATION AND PUBLIC COMMENTS
4. CONTACT INFORMATION
ATTACHMENTS
A. EMERGENCY RENTAL ASSISTANCE PROGRAM – POLICY GUIDELINES
B. PROOF OF PUBLICATION
C. AGENDAS / MEETING MINUTES / PUBLIC COMMENTS
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PROGRAM YEAR 2019 ACTION PLAN SECOND AMENDMENT
1. INTRODUCTION
This is the second amendment to the City of Palm Desert’s Program Year (PY) 2019 Action
Plan. Under the CARES Act, the City will receive a special allocation of $241,144 in CDBG-CV
funds. The purpose of CDBG-CV funds are to prevent, prepare for, and respond to the
coronavirus. Due to the statutory waivers provided in the CARES Act, the City will also
cancel an existing activity (ADA Parking Lot Improvements) and reprogram $200,000 in PY
2019 CDBG funds accordingly. Therefore, this amendment represents a total amount of
$441,144 in CDBG and CDBG-CV funds. The City proposes to use these funds for allowable
activities under the CARES Act, as follows:
A. Emergency Rental Assistance Program (Public Services)
Funding Recommendation: $221,977 in CDBG and CDBG-CV funds (see below)
o $192, 944 in CDBG-CV funds
o $29,033 in CDBG funds
Program Description: The City will subcontract with a nonprofit organization
(Subrecipient) to provide an Emergency Rental Assistance Program (Program) to
qualified households living in market-rate rental properties located in Palm Desert.
The Program serves as a homelessness prevention safety net for residents and an
economic recovery tool for rental properties. The policy guidelines can be found as
Attachment A.
B. Coachella Valley Economic Partnership (Public Services)
Funding Recommendation: $50,000 in CDBG funds
Program Description: The agency promotes a diversified, year-round economy in
the Coachella Valley by facilitating programs that stimulate job creation in key
industries through business attraction, retention and expansion. Because of the
coronavirus, the agency is projecting a loss of $200,000 in grants, corporate
sponsorships and event revenue. Also, the agency projects the Coachella Valley
will see unemployment rates in excess of 30% within the next 12 months and the
closure of hundreds of small businesses as a result of the coronavirus. Thousands
of small businesses will need urgent assistance with accessing small business loans,
grants, and CARES act funding. The agency requests funds to provide an economic
development response to the coronavirus by supporting small businesses and
entrepreneurs in Palm Desert. The agency proposes to serve 900 businesses (400
Palm Desert businesses). The agency requests funds to sustain staffing costs.
C. St. Margaret’s Episcopal Church (Public Services)
Funding Recommendation: $31,000 in CDBG funds
Program Description: The agency’s Neighbors-4-Neighbors Program provides
assistance in the form of food, clothing and shelter to low and moderate -income
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households throughout the Coachella Valley. The agency previously used to serve
350 to 400 households with food weekly. Since the beginning of the quarantine,
the agency is now serving 800 to 950 households weekly. Because of social
distancing, the agency is distributing food in its parking lot. The agency has
incurred additional costs for shade tents, cones, caution tape, directional cones,
protective equipment and other activities. The agency has overspent $11,000 on
these costs and anticipate an additional expenditure of $8,000 to $10,000 in the
coming months. Furthermore, a walk-in cooling unit would increase the efficiency
and effectiveness of the operations. The agency proposed to serve 6,300
households (2,520 Palm Desert households). The agency is requesting funds for
equipment and supply costs, including the purchase of a walk-in cooling unit for
perishable food.
D. Coachella Valley Rescue Mission (Public Services)
Funding Recommendation: $25,000 in CDBG funds
Program Description: The agency, which serves over 2,000 homeless households
annually, has an Emergency Services Program that provides basic needs to
households needing food, shelter, clothing, and case management. Due to food
running low and being purchased at a higher cost, the agency has expended twice
as much on food relative to last year. The agency has also incurred costs for
protective equipment, additional staffing hours and other costs. The agency
proposes to serve 6,060 residents (156 Palm Desert residents). The agency
requests funds for equipment, supplies and food purchases.
E. Desert AIDS Project (Public Services)
Funding Recommendation: $25,000 in CDBG funds
Program Description: The agency’s has taken a proactive approach to addressing
the coronavirus beginning days prior to Governor Newsome’s executive order to
shelter-in-place. As an agency with experience in infectious diseases, it has revised
its business operations to provide coronavirus-related activities. For example, the
agency is providing coronavirus testing, antibody testing, referral to care and
treatment through its triage center; assisting patience’s quarantined at home; and
other services. Because of the coronavirus and changing its business operations
(currently not receiving many fees for services), the agency anticipates a $2.5
million budget shortfall through the end of fiscal year in June. The agency
proposes to assist 7,487 residents (185 Palm Desert residents). The agency
requests funds for supplies and protective equipment.
F. Martha’s Village & Kitchen (Public Services)
Funding Recommendation: $25,000 in CDBG funds
Project Description: The agency provides services to homeless people, including
emergency housing and supportive services. Its facility serves over 6,200 homeless
people annually. The agency has experienced a 400% increase in demand for
housing and supportive services since the beginning of the coronavirus.
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Consequently, the agency has incurred increased costs for sanitation staff,
cleaning equipment, and cleaning supplies and numerous activities. The agency is
also expanding its facility by 15 beds to help meet the increase in demand. Its
facility is a designated coronavirus testing center as well. The agency proposes to
serve 30 residents (all Palm Desert residents). The agency request funds to expand
its facility by 15 beds for homeless people.
G. Big Brothers Big Sisters of the Desert (Public Services)
Funding Recommendation: $14,967 in CBDG funds
Program Description: The agency facilitates one-on-one mentoring for at-risk
youth ages 6 to 18 years old. The agency is serving youth of families most
impacted the most by the coronavirus. The agency propose to continue to serve
172 youth in the Coachella Valley. The agency has faced a substantial reduction in
its projected revenue this fiscal year due to the cancellation of three major
fundraising events. The agency proposes to serve 172 households (98 Palm Desert
households). The agency requests funds to sustain staffing.
H. City of Palm Desert (Administration)
Funding Recommendation: $48 ,200 in CDBG-CV funds
Project Description: The City may allocate up to 20% of CDBG-CV funds for
administrative costs to manage the proposed activities. The total amount of
recommended administrative funds is approximately 20% of the CDBG-CV special
allocation.
2. BUDGET ADJUSTMENT
As previously mentioned, under the CARES Act, the City will receive a special allocation of
$241,144 in CDBG-CV funds. The City will allocate the CDBG-CV funds toward:
Emergency Rental Assistance Program $192,944
Program Administration (20%) $ 48,200
$241,144 in CDBG-CV funds
Furthermore, the City will reprogram $200,000 in PY 2019 CDBG funds toward:
Coachella Valley Economic Partnership $ 50,000
St. Margaret’s Episcopal Church $ 31,000
Emergency Rental Assistance Program $ 29,033
Coachella Valley Rescue Mission $ 25,000
Desert AIDS Project $ 25,000
Martha’s Village & Kitchen $ 25,000
Big Brothers Big Sisters of the Desert $ 14,967
$200,000 in CDBG funds
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3. CITIZEN PARTICIPATION PLAN AND PUBLIC COMMENTS
On April 16, 2020, the City Council held a public hearing to accept public comment and
consider the PY 2020 Action Plan. However, City staff revised its recommendation to open
and close the public hearing without further action because of the CARES Act allocation
(CDBG-CV) and statutory waivers. Since the statutory waivers remove the 15% public
services cap, the City solicited proposals again to potentially fund nonprofit organizations to
prevent, prepare for, and respond to the coronavirus.
On May 14, 2014, the City Council considered the concept of an Emergency Rental
Assistance Program as a result of the coronavirus. The City Council approved policy
guidelines that allowed staff to begin taking administrative steps to create t he program
expeditiously.
On May 20, 2020, the Outside Agency Funding Committee convened to review and discuss
the revised CDBG and CDBG-CV funding recommendations. The Committee recommended
approval of the revised CDBG and CDBG-CV funding recommendations, as presented. While
the statutory waivers allow for a five-day public comment period (rather than 30 days), the
City allowed for additional public comment from May 22, 2020, through May 31, 2020.
On May 28, 2020, the City Council held a public hearing to provide residents an additional
opportunity to review and comment on programming of CDBG-CV funds and reprogramming
of CDBG funds. The City Council approved the submission of the PY 2019 Action Plan Second
Amendment.
4. CONTACT INFORMATION
For additional information, please contact:
City of Palm Desert
Christopher Gerry, Management Analyst
73510 Fred Waring Drive
Palm Desert, CA 92206
(760) 776-6335
cgerry@cityofpalmdesert.org
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Attachment A
Emergency Rental Assistance Program – Policy Guildelines
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City of Palm Desert
Community Development Block Grant (CDBG)
Emergency Rental Assistance Program
Policy Guidelines
The City will subcontract with a nonprofit organization (Subrecipient) to provide an Emergency Rental
Assistance Program (Program) to qualified households living in selected rental properties located in Palm
Desert. The Program serves as a homelessness prevention safety net for residents and an economic
recovery tool for rental properties.
1. Eligible Costs
Costs include up to $5,000 per household for rental arrears for April 2020 and/or beyond. Rental arrears
cannot exceed three consecutive months. Amounts per household will be recommended by the
Subrecipient with concurrence by the City, and may exceed the limitation on a ca se-by-case basis and
subject to available funds. Utilities arrears are an ineligible costs.
2. Eligible Households
Households shall meet all of the following qualifying criteria:
Earn less than 80% percent of the area median income;
Experience loss of income directly related to the coronavirus;
Delinquent on rent payment for April 2020 and/or beyond;
Reside within a rental property that has opted into the Program (via application); and
No rental property eviction prior to the Governor’s Executive Order (March 19, 2020).
3. Eligible Rental Properties
Rental properties shall meet all of the following qualifying criteria:
Located within the jurisdictional limits of Palm Desert;
Consist of any market-rate rental unit, including accessory dwelling units
Assist in advertising the opportunity for emergency rental assistance to all households delinquent
on rent payment(s) for April 2020 and/or beyond;
Assist households with obtaining the documentation for emergency rental assistance; and
Waive late fees for delinquent rent payment(s) for qualified household(s).
4. Prioritization
The City will take a strategic approach to identify and set-aside funds equitably to rental properties based
upon specific criteria (e.g., household income, geography and percentage of households late on
payments). In turn, the respective rental properties will work with the Subrecipient to offer all households
delinquent on rent payment(s) an opportunity to apply for emergency rental assistance.
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in�vrparate t�ie statutory waivers.
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6y emailing �ge�ry��iiyafpalmdesert_o�g, vr mailing ip 735�0 Fred Waring
Drive. Palm Qesert, 92:60 ia[teritiun: Chris Gerryy. In addition, the City Cc�uncil
will conside� puhii� caniments at thie virtual pu6lic hearing to in�o�poi�Te into
the final documents The �irtual puhli� hearing wi�i he cvnducted in accardan�e
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Agendas / Meeting Minutes / Public Comments
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I. CALL TO ORDER
II. ROLL CALL
III. APPROVAL OF MINUTES
A. Recommend approval of minutes from April 1, 2019, and March 13, 2020
IV. ORAL COMMUNICATION
V. NEW BUSINESS
A. Outside Agency Funding Recommendations
1. ACT for MS – $6,000
2. California Desert Chorale – $4,000
3. Camp of Champions A&M, Inc. – $3,000
4. Children’s Discovery Museum of the Desert – $10,000
5. Desert Ability Center – $2,500
6. Desert’s Best Friend’s Closet – $2,500
7. Desert Recreation Foundation – $7,500
8. Historical Society of Palm Desert – $12,000
9. Operation SafeHouse – $7,500
10. Palm Desert Charter Middle School PTO – $10,000
11. Palm Desert High School Foundation – $10,000
12. Palm Springs Air Museum – $5,013
13. Pegasus Therapeutic Riding – $3,168
14. Ronald Regan Elementary School – $10,000
15. Steinway Society Riverside County – $2,500
16. Virginia Waring International Piano Competition – $10,000
17. Washington Charter School Parent’s Club Foundation – $10,000
18. YCMA of the Desert – $44,000
AGENDA
OUTSIDE AGENCY FUNDING COMMITTEE
May 20, 2020 (2:00 p.m.)
Virtual Meeting
To attend virtually, please contact 760-776-6335
Outside Agency Funding Committee
Meeting of May 20, 2020
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B. CDBG Funding Recommendations – Public Services (Nonprofit Organizations)
1. The Joslyn Center – $80,000
2. Desert Arc – $60,000
3. Coachella Valley Economic Partnership – $50,000
4. Fair Housing Council of Riverside County – $40,100
5. St. Margaret’s Episcopal Church – $31,000
6. Coachella Valley Rescue Mission – $25,000
7. Desert AIDS Project – $25,000
8. Martha’s Village & Kitchen – $25,000
9. Big Brothers Big Sisters of the Desert – $14,937
C. CDBG Funding Recommendations – Public Services (Rental Assistance)
1. Emergency Rental Assistance Program – $250,000
D. CDBG Funding Recommendations – Public Facilities and Improvements
1. City of Palm Desert
a) Palma Village Park Improvements – $60,000
b) Palma Village Sidewalk Improvements – $60,000
E. CDBG Funding Recommendations – Program Administration
1. City of Palm Desert – $130,000
VI. ADJOURNMENT
I hereby certify under penalty of perjury under the laws of the State of California that the
foregoing agenda was posted on the City Hall bulletin Board not less than 72 hours prior
to the meeting. Dated this 17th day of May 2020.
Patty Leon
Patty Leon, Recording Secretary
POSTED AGENDA
REGULAR PALM DESERT ClTY COUNCIL MEETING MAY 28, 2020
C. REQUEST FOR APPROVAL TO SUBMIT FISCAL YEAR 202Q-2021
ACTIDN PLAN, FISCAL YEAR 2019-2Q20 ACTION PLAN AMENDMENT,
FISCAL YEAR 2D18-2a22 CONSOLIDATED PLAN AMENDMENT TD THE
U.S. DEPARTMENT OF HOUSING AND URBAN DEVELOPMENT.
Rec: By Minute Motian:
1) O�en the public hearing and receive comm�nts regarding the
Fisca� Year 2Q20-2021 Action Plan, Fiscal Year 2019-2p20
Action Plan Amendmen#, and Fiscal Year 2Q18-2Q22
Consolidated Plan Amendm�nt.
2) Ap�rove submissian of tne Fiscal Year 202Q-2Q21 Action Plan,
Fiscal Year 2�19-2020 Actio� Plan Amendment, and Fiscal
Year 2018-2022 to the U.S. Department of Housi�g and Urban
De�elopment.
3} Authorize Community Development Director as the Certifying
Officer to execute al! federal documents relating to these grant
activities.
Action:
XVI. MAYOR AND COUNCILMEMBER REPORTS & REMARKS TO THE COMMUNITY
A. Councilmember Jan C. Harnik Commi#tee Reports and General Comments.
Actian:
B. Co�ncilman Sabbv Jonathan Commiftee Reports and Genera! Commen#s.
Actian:
C. Mavor Pro Tem Kathleen Kellv Committee Reports and Genera� Comments.
Action:
D. CounciImember Susan Marie Weber Committee Reports and Genera!
Comments. .
Action:
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Program Year 2018-22 Consolidated Plan
Amendment No. 1 (CARES Act)
U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development
Community Development Block Grant Program
City of Palm Desert
73-510 Fred Waring Drive
Palm Desert, CA 92260
(760) 346-0611
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TABLE OF CONTENTS
1. INTRODUCTION
2. BUDGET ADJUSTMENT
3. CITIZEN PARTICIPATION AND PUBLIC COMMENTS
4. CONTACT INFORMATION
ATTACHMENTS
A. PROOF OF PUBLICATION
B. AGENDAS / MEETING MINUTES / PUBLIC COMMENTS
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PROGRAM YEAR 2018-22 CONSOLIDATED PLAN AMENDMENT
1. INTRODUCTION
Under the Coronavirus Aid, Relief and Economic Securities Act (CARES Act), the City of
Palm Desert will receive a special allocation of CDBG-CV funds and statutory waivers for
program flexibility. Those statutory waivers must be included in a revised Citizen
Participation Plan, which is incorporated in the PY 2018-22 Consolidated Plan. Therefore,
this amendment shall incorporate all waivers within the CARES Act in the Citizen
Participation Plan. The City shall use any and all statutory waivers, including:
Eliminates the 15 percent cap on the amount of grant funds that can be used for
public services activities.
Provides that grantees may use CDBG-CV grant funds to cover or reimburse costs
to prevent, prepare for, and respond to coronavirus incurred by a State or
locality, regardless of the date on which such costs were incurred, when those
costs comply with CDBG requirements.
Provides that grantees may amend Citizen Participation Plans to establish
expedited procedures to draft, propose, or amend consolidated plans. Expedited
procedures must include notice and reasonable opportunity to comment of no
less than 5 days. The 5-day period can run concurrently for comments on the
action plan amendment and amended citizen participation plans.
In-person public hearings are not required. Grantees may meet public hearing
requirements with virtual public hearings if: 1) national/local health authorities
recommend social distancing and limiting public gatherings for public health
reasons; and 2) virtual hearings provide reasonable notification and access for
citizens in accordance with the grantee’s certifications, timely responses from
local officials to all citizen questions and issues, and public access to all questions
and responses.
Extends the deadline for grantees to submit action plans and other updates to
their consolidated plans submissions for program years 2019 and 2020 to August
16, 2021.
Authorizes the Secretary to issue statutory and regulatory waivers/alternative
requirements for CDBG-CV and some CDBG funds when necessary to expedite or
facilitate the use of grant funds to prevent, prepare for, and respond to
coronavirus. Prohibits waivers/alternative requirements related to fair housing,
nondiscrimination, labor standards, and the environment.
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2. BUDGET ADJUSTMENT
The amendment revises the Citizen Participation Plan to incorporate the statutory waivers in
the CARES Act; therefore, a budget adjustment is unnecessary.
3. CITIZEN PARTICIPATION PLAN AND PUBLIC COMMENTS
On May 28, 2020, the City Council held a public hearing to provide residents an additional
opportunity to review and comment on the statutory waivers within this amendment. The
City Council approved the submission of the PY 2018-22 Consolidated Plan Second
Amendment.
4. CONTACT INFORMATION
For additional information, please contact:
City of Palm Desert
Christopher Gerry, Management Analyst
73510 Fred Waring Drive
Palm Desert, CA 92206
(760) 776-6335
cgerry@cityofpalmdesert.org
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Np710E IS HEkEBY GIVEN � virtual n��pi�[ he�ring ��ill be held by rhe City of
Palm Desert on May 28, 2[}2(!, at d:00 p.m„ o� thereahouts ta re�ei�e puhli�
comrnents pursuant tn the rloustng anc! ComrtiuntTy C�evelnpment Act of 7974
as amended and the Cnmmuni[y be�efvpment 81d�k Grant (CbBG1 Program re•
garding [he propused Prugrain Year [PY] 29�8-27 Cansolidated Plan Amei�d
ment, PY 2�T4 Action Ffan Amendment dnd PY 2Q10 A�tion Plan. ihe CpBG
Prograrri pro�ides eVigible jurisd�rt�ons federal funds an�tiiially t� address the
needs ot low and mvderate pevple, allpw for neigh6crhood hvusing improve•
men[s, and res�ond tu urgent needs. lJnde� the C�runavirus Aid. Rel�ef and
E�pnqmi� Securities Act {CARE$ qr[], [he [ity will �ernive will rereive a speci�al
allocation of L�BG-CV funds and s[atutory waivers fo� p�vg ram flexi6ility. Tl,e
purpose of CpBG•CV funds ara tv p�event, prepare fQr, and respand to the rv•
ronavirus. The tntal amount of C08G and Cd6G-CV funds recammended ta pro-
qram is 585s,D37, The C�ty's C�tiaen Aartir�palinn Plan will also tm amenrled fo
in�vrparate t�ie statutory waivers.
The City will ac[ept pu61i� commenis from May Z2, 7f370, thro�gh May 31, 2p20.
Th�se tnterested in rov�ding pub�ir comments may suhmit wntten comrnenls
6y emailing �ge�ry��iiyafpalmdesert_o�g, vr mailing ip 735�0 Fred Waring
Drive. Palm Qesert, 92:60 ia[teritiun: Chris Gerryy. In addition, the City Cc�uncil
will conside� puhii� caniments at thie virtual pu6lic hearing to in�o�poi�Te into
the final documents The �irtual puhli� hearing wi�i he cvnducted in accardan�e
�vifh the City's zmergen[y ptptocols +vr :o�ial distannng, and may be viewed on
the C�Ty's we6srte at www.utynfpafmdesert.orglour-cityrrnayor-and-city-�ounci�-
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Attachment B
Agendas / Meeting Minutes / Public Comments
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POSTED AGENDA
REGULAR PALM DESERT ClTY COUNCIL MEETING MAY 28, 2020
C. REQUEST FOR APPROVAL TO SUBMIT FISCAL YEAR 202Q-2021
ACTIDN PLAN, FISCAL YEAR 2019-2Q20 ACTION PLAN AMENDMENT,
FISCAL YEAR 2D18-2a22 CONSOLIDATED PLAN AMENDMENT TD THE
U.S. DEPARTMENT OF HOUSING AND URBAN DEVELOPMENT.
Rec: By Minute Motian:
1) O�en the public hearing and receive comm�nts regarding the
Fisca� Year 2Q20-2021 Action Plan, Fiscal Year 2019-2p20
Action Plan Amendmen#, and Fiscal Year 2Q18-2Q22
Consolidated Plan Amendm�nt.
2) Ap�rove submissian of tne Fiscal Year 202Q-2Q21 Action Plan,
Fiscal Year 2�19-2020 Actio� Plan Amendment, and Fiscal
Year 2018-2022 to the U.S. Department of Housi�g and Urban
De�elopment.
3} Authorize Community Development Director as the Certifying
Officer to execute al! federal documents relating to these grant
activities.
Action:
XVI. MAYOR AND COUNCILMEMBER REPORTS & REMARKS TO THE COMMUNITY
A. Councilmember Jan C. Harnik Commi#tee Reports and General Comments.
Actian:
B. Co�ncilman Sabbv Jonathan Commiftee Reports and Genera! Commen#s.
Actian:
C. Mavor Pro Tem Kathleen Kellv Committee Reports and Genera� Comments.
Action:
D. CounciImember Susan Marie Weber Committee Reports and Genera!
Comments. .
Action:
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