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Home My Public Portal About1994-05-18 CDBGA G E N D A COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT BLOCK GRANT ADVISORY BOARD - COMMISSION SPECIAL MEETING WEDNESDAY MAY 18, 1994 6:00 P.M. LYNWOOD CITY HALL, 11330 BULLIS ROAD KENNETH ALFORD CHAIRPERSON MARGARET ARAUJO VICE CHAIRPERSON KEN WIBECAN COMMISSIONER LAURA BYRD COMMISSIONER OPENING CEREMONIES: A. CALL TO ORDER B. FLAG SALUTE C. ROLL CALL D. CERTIFICATION OF AGENDA POSTING BY CITY CLERK c MAY 12 1994 AY PM 7180000411 CONSTANCE FRANKLIN COMMISSIONER CLAUDE LAW COMMISSIONER ANA VENTURA COMMISSIONER E. APPROVAL OF MINUTES: MAY 4, 1994 F. PUBLIC ORALS: (ITEMS ON AGENDA ONLY) 1. PUBLIC HEARING (CDBG FISCAL YEAR 1994 -95 PUBLIC SERVICE PROJECT) G. NEW BUSINESS 1. PRESENTATION (CODE ENFORCEMENT AND PARKS & RECREATION) 2. LOAN REVIEW COMMITTEE (CLOSED SESSION) 3. WATER SERVICE VIDEO H. STAFF ORALS I. BOARD ORALS J. ADJOURNMENT Adjourn to the next regularly scheduled meeting at 6:00 p.m. in the Council Chambers of Lynwood City Hall, 11330 Bullis Road, Lynwood, California. . :ye MINUTES OF THE COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT BLOCK GRANT (CDBG) ADVISORY BOARD COMMISSION WEDNESDAY, MAY 4, 1994 OPENING CEREMONIES: A. CALL TO ORDER The meeting was called Chairperson Ken Alford Council Chambers, 11330 to order on the above at 6 :11 P.M., in the Bullis Road, Lynwood. captioned date by Lynwood City Hall $. ROLL CALL: Chairperson Alford requested the roll call and staff complied as follows: PRESENT: Chairperson Alford vice Chairperson Araujo Commissioner Franklin Commissioner Byrd Commissioner Law EXCUSED: Commissioner Wibecan ALSO PRESENT: Alfretta Earnest, Finance Director Annette Clark, HCD Manager Donyea Adams, Rehabilitation Assistant D. CERTIFICATION OF AGENDA POSTING: Ms. Clark informed the Commission that the Agenda was posted per Brown Act. E. APPROVAL OF MINUTES: Motion was made by Commissioner Connie Franklin to approve the Minutes of April 18, 1994. F. PUBLIC ORALS: None. G. NEW BUSINESS: CDBG QUARTERLY REPORT Commission Byrd asked if Genesys' Findings of program non- compliance, were major problems. Staff replied that there are two major Findings that effect Genesys' funding, which are lack of a viable accounting system and the fact that Genesys is in violation of State and Federal Tax laws. However, staff is working diligently to assist Genesys in correcting all program deficiencies. Commissioner Byrd asked if there were any major problems with New Testament Child Care Program. Staff answered that there are a, few minor administrative problems, which are being corrected, however nothing that would effect New Testament's funding. Commissioner Law stated that in his opinion, most CDBG recipients are not aware that all HUD guidelines and - regulations are to be followed in order to receive CDBG funding. Therefore, the programs do not adhere to the guidelines and regulations. The Commissioner questioned the $28,000 allocation for the Men Homeless Program, as compared to there only being 6 men housed this,program year. Staff explained that the $28,000 is for administrative cost to administer the program. The allocated amount is to pay for three (3) employees. 1 .1 The Commission questioned the Crossing Guard allocation. Staff explained that CDBG funding only subsidizes the Crossing Guard budget. The remaining amount is paid by the City General fund. The Commission asked if the City could request the Lynwood Unified School District to fund the program. Staff replied that the suggestion will be forwarded to the City Manager. There were no other questions regarding the CDBG Quarterly Report. LOAN REVIEW COMMITTEE MEETING: Closed Session H. STAFF ORALS: The CDBG Commission discussed City Council's approval for CDBG funding for fiscal year 1994 -95. Staff asked the Commission if they would be available for a special Public Hearing on the Community Gang Service Program, which was recommended for funding by City Council at their May 3, 1994, meeting. I. BOARD ORALS: Commissioner Law stated that he would not be attending the Hearing for the above program. Commissioner Araujo explained to the CDBGAB Commission that she was in attendance during the City Council meeting in which they allocated funding to the Community Youth Gang Services Program. She explained what happened during the meeting and stated that the program is in need of funding and has been of assistance to many Lynwood residents. Commissioner Araujo explained that she, along with many others have done volunteer work for the program and that the program is very good for the community. Commissioner Araujo expressed her disappointment that any Commissioner would refuse to attend a Public Hearing on the use of CDBG funds or refuse to listen to a presentation of what the program has to offer. Commission Law stated that he is opposed to the Public Hearing and expressed his displeasure with the Council for adding a program without review by the Commission. Commissioner Law's opinion was that HUD guidelines were not being followed for the process of funding and that City Council continuously disregards the CDBGAB Commissions recommendations for funding. Commissioner Law stated that he no longer wanted to be a part of the Commission. Staff informed the CDBGAB Commission that HUD requires at lease one Public Hearing on proposed CDBG funded projects, prior to funding, to obtain citizen input /comments on the proposed projects. After the City Council has received all comments regarding funding, Council makes a final decision of which programs are to be funded. Commissioner Law asked what was the purpose of the CDBG Commission, is the Commission's review required by HUD? Staff answered that proposals and requests for CDBG funding, need not be reviewed by the CDBG Commission, it is not required by HUD. The CDBGAB Commission is to assist the City Council'with matters concerning the City's Community Development Block Grant. The CDBGAB Commission may make recommendations, however City Council has the final decision on all CDBG matters. Commissioner Law stated that he does not agree with the practice that took place during this year's funding process, therefore he gave the CDBGAB Commission his verbal Resignation. Commissioner Law said that he would be submitting his written resignation to the City Clerk's office immediately. 0 10 I., Chairperson Alford expressed his disappointment that any Commissioner would resign because the Commission's recommendations for CDBG funding were not followed by City Council. Commissioner Alford said that he felt it was the Commission's duty to review, give recommendations and assist City Council in making decisions on matters regarding CDBG funding. He further stated that Commissioner's should attend all meetings and public hearings to the best of their abilities. Chairperson Alford asked that resign. He stated that there invaluable, and they have'been other members. Commissioners Law and Araujo not experience with CDBG matters was on the Commission longer than any Commissioner Araujo said she has no intention of resigning. However Commissioner Law said has resigned. J. ADJOURNMENT' The CDBGAB Commission meeting adjourned at 7:45 p.m., to the special meeting May 18, 1994. CHAIRPERSON DATE ANNETTE CLARK, DATE HCD MANAGER 3 t CDBG PROJECT /PROGRAM FUNDING REQUEST July 1, 1994 - June 30, 1995 FISCAL YEAR: 1994/95 Youth Community Mobilization /CYGS Jaime Cruz PROJECT /PROGRAM NAME CONTACT PERSON Community Youth Gang Services 144 South Fetterly Avenue Los Angeles, California 90022 (213) 266 -4264 ADMINISTRATIVE OFFICE ADDRESS PRONE NUMBER LOCATION OF ACTIVITY: City of Lynwood 1. CDBG AMOUNT REQUESTED: $ 13,428.00 2. PROJECT BENEFIT: C/B Please indicate one below Low /Mod (L /M); Comm Overall (C /B); Slum /Blight SIB). 3. PROJECT DESCRIPTION: Provide Detailed Information As,part of the Community Service Education Project, Community Youth Gang Services will implement a neiehborhood Droaram that will Pnahlp r a ro ve implement a youth community youth leadership component for High Risk Youth 4. PROJECT GOALS AND OBJECTIVES: Please be specific See attached 1 -e �3. 4. PROJECT GOALS AND OBJECTIVES: The community organizers will develop a community empowerment education component (CEEP) focusing on. 1. Implement a youth leadership component, focusing on inter ethnic violence 2. Train pre- screened youth, (HRY) in 8 unit series 3 Develop entrepreneurial opportunities for 50 youth through business partnership component. 4. Develop consensus building and identify community campaigns /strategies to de- escalate violence. 5. Organize and structure /schedule community workshops. 6. Implement 12 week workshops covering: Community organizing, anti - violence programs, event planning, etc 7. Select and cultivate community spokes - people through quarterly training sessions on: *Violence prevention education, conflict resolution, and student mentor programs. *Policy issues related to family violence and sexual assault. *Community mobilization and voter registration and citizenship empowerment. 8. Train youth and other community members to speak with media. J MEETTOT—ZOM - o ]I The mission will be to de- escalate youth on youth violence and organize youth advocacy campaigns designed to maintain Peaceful resolution to potential violent situations 5A. PROPOSED NUMBER OF RESIDENTS TO BE ASSIST. • 300 6. JUSTIFICATION FOR REQUEST: Provide supporting documentation 7 . PROJECTS? % YES NO If yes, please describe how this pro act w 11 be supportive and identify the other on- going /completed projects and /or programs. A. County of Los Angeles H. Sub - Contract to CYGS S. Are there any other funding sources budgeted for the project g YES NO. If yes, please list source and budgeted fungi amount. See attached: CDBG Subrecipient Budget 2 .r` R E OF D CITY CLERKS OFFICE I 14AY 03 13N AM �Ay' 7 1 8 1 9 1 10 Ill1 12 1 1 1 2 13141M 4 COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT BLOCK GRANT (CDBG) ADMINISTRATIVE SERVICES The CDBG Administrative Services Division is responsible for administering the City's CDBG program, which includes financial management and monitoring of CDBG funds, activities and providing assistance to the following subrecipients. 1. Project Impact 2. Fair Housing Foundation 3. St. Francis Maternal Program 4. Genesys Academy for Youth 5. New Testament Child Care Center 6. Truevine Community Outreach Homeless Men Program 7. After School Playground Program 8. Lynwood Senior Citizen Program 9. Lynwood Crossing Guards 10. Rehabilitation Program 11. Code Enforcement Program 12. Pavement Reconstruction Project For the period of January - April, the CDBG Division has received and evaluated proposed projects for funding for fiscal year 1994 -95. Staff conducted a special CDBG Commission meeting in April, during which funding proposals were submitted to the Commission, reviewed and discussed. As a result CDBG staff and the commission completed a list of the most viable programs for submittal to City Council. In addition, CDBG Administrative Services is currently assisting the Rehabilitation Division in developing a process and preparing procedures for Rehab Deferred Payment Loan Payoff's. This quarter CDBG division has processed Deferred Payment Loan payoff requests, which have resulted in $81,843.27 in CDBG program income which may be reprogrammed and used for additional Deferred Payment Loans and Grants. 0 0 x` QUARTERLY PROGRESS REPORTS PROJECT IMPACT PROJECT LOCATION: 2610 INDUSTRY WAY, SUITE B, LYNWOOD, CA Project Impact is a juvenile diversion program providing delinquency prevention services to pre - delinquent and delinquent youths and their families. Project Impact conducted several workshops for the month of March. The workshops are designed to educate youth on critical issues of self and community survival and development. Such subjects as: Prevention of school drop -out, Drugs, Communication and Birth Control methods. Parent Education Workshops include topics such as Recognizing Child Abuse, Nurturing Skills and Positive Growth. BUDGETED AMOUNT $28,000.00 EXPENDITURES YEAR TO DATE $20,700.00 PARTICIPANTS YEAR TO DATE 402 PROJECTED GOAL (PARTICIPANTS 84 FAIR ,HOUSING FOUNDATION PROJECT LOCATION: 4014 LONG BEACH BL., LONG BEACH, CA 90807 The Fair Housing Foundation provides programs and services for the elimination of illegal discrimination against individuals seeking housing. For the month of March, FHF conducted several workshops, provided counseling services and distributed over 300 pieces of literature throughout the Community. BUDGETED AMOUNT $15,576.00 EXPENDITURES.YEAR TO DATE $ 8,097.57 BALANCE $ 7,478.43 ST. FRANCIS MATERNAL CHILD CARE CENTER PROJECT LOCATION: 3630 IMPERIAL HWY, LYNWOOD, CA 90262 St. Francis Maternal Child Care Center provides comprehensive prenatal care combined with one year follow -up care for infants. Total participants this month and year to date are as follows: BUDGETED AMOUNT $28,000.00 EXPENDITURES YEAR TO DATE $27,950.00 BALANCE 50.00 PARTICIPANTS YEAR TO DATE 116 PROJECTED GOAL 65 GENESYS ACADEMY FOR YOUTH PROJECT LOCATION: 11170 1/2 ATLANTIC AVE., LYNWOOD, CA 90262 Contract for services has not been,executed for fiscal year 1993 -94 due to noncompliance of findings regarding year end Audit for fiscal year 1992/93. No funds have been released on the current allocation. BUDGETED AMOUNT $28,000.00 EXPENDITURES YEAR TO DATE 0 BALANCE $28,000.00 NEW TESTAMENT CHILD CARE CENTER PROJECT LOCATION: 11822 ATLANTIC AVE., LYNWOOD, CA 90262 New Testament Child Care Center is designed to assist low income families, who require assistance with child care while attending school or work. BUDGETED AMOUNT $28,000.00 EXPENDITURES YEAR TO DATE $16,333.31 BALANCE $11,711.11 PARTICIPANTS YEAR TO DATE 32 PROJECTED GOAL 32 TRUEVINE COMMUNITY OUTREACH HOMELESS MEN PROGRAM PROJECT LOCATION: 5238 CLARK ST., LYNWOOD, CA 90262 Truevine Community outreach is designed to provide shelter for homeless men, some of which suffer from substance abuse alcoholism, and illiteracy. In addition to counseling sessions, literacy classes and employment counseling, the men participated in various activities in March, such as food distributions for the homeless and fund raising functions. BUDGETED AMOUNT $28,000.00 EXPENDITURES YEAR TO DATE $ BALANCE $ 7,300.00 PARTICIPANTS YEAR TO DATE PROJECTED GOAL e AFTERSCHOOL PLAYGROUND PROGRAM BUDGETED AMOUNT $ EXPENDITURES YEAR TO DATE $35,271.38 BALANCE $ SENIOR CITIZEN PROGRAM BUDGETED AMOUNT $ EXPENDITURES YEAR TO DATE $19,573.64 BALANCE $ CROSSING GUARD PROGRAM BUDGETED AMOUNT $ EXPENDITURES YEAR TO DATE $32,360.15 BALANCE $ RESIDENTIAL REHABILITATION AMOUNT EXPENDED FUND BALANCE DPL $92,000.00 $54,000.00 SENIOR GRANTS $ 6,000.00 $14,000.00 EMERGENCY GRANTS $17,000.00 $ 3,000.00 CODE ENFORCEMENT BUDGETED AMOUNT $ EXPENDITURES YEAR TO DATE $ BALANCE $