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FEB 2 7 1987
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HOUSING AND COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT
ADVISORY BOARD
MARCH 4, 1987
REGULAR MEETING 7:00 P.M.
LYNWOOD CITY HALL, 11330 BULLIS ROAD
DONALD DOVE
CHAIRMAN
LAWRENCE 0. DUNN, SR.
MEMBER
BARBARA FITTS
MEMBER
REV. JOHN HOPKINS
MEMBER
CITY STAFF
DIRECTOR OF COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT
VICENTE L. MAS
MARY SHERMAN -JONES
MEMBER
ARTHUR J. LEWIS
MEMBER
JOSIE WISEMAN
MEMBER
PROGRAM STAFF
ART WALLER
WAYNE I. MC MAHAN
OPENING CEREMONIES:
A. CALL TO ORDER
B. FLAG SALUTE
C. ROLL CALL
D. CERTIFICATION OF AGENDA POSTING BY CITY CLERK
E. APPROVAL OF MINUTES - February 4, 1987
F. INTRODUCTION OF HCDA PROGRAM COORDINATOR
G. PUBLIC ORALS: (Items on Agenda only)
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NEW BUSINESS
CDGB Application for Fiscal Year
Request for Public Service Projects
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1987 -88 of Funding
Staff has received eight (8) requests for funding under
the Public Service Program (Requests /proposals attached).
As per the City's Citizen Participation Plan, the Board
is required to evaluate the proposals and make
recommendations to the City Council on (a) proposals to
be selected and (b) amounts of funding to be granted.
Staff has requested all proponents to attend the Board
meeting so that they may have the opportunity to make a
presentation and answer any questions the Board may have.
Please refer to the attached chart for a summary of the
proponents funding requests.
Recommendation:
Staff respectfully requests that the Board, after
consideration of staff input and proponents statement,
determine (a) proposals to be funded, (b) funding amounts
to be granted, and (c) direct staff to prepare final
recommendation for City Council consideration. (In review
of the number of funding requests to be considered, staff
further recommends that the Board establish a time limit
for presentations by proponents. An eight minute limit
is suggested).
CDBG Application
Projects
for Fiscal Year 1987 -88
Comments:
Due to the number of funding requests under
Service Program submitted, staff recommended
meeting of February 7, 1987, to schedule t
meetings for the month of March. Sta
recommended and it was agreed by the Board,
the Public Service Projects at the regular
March and consider the in -house at a second
the same month.
Recommendations:
Staff respectfully
adjourning their
March 25, 1987,
reference matter.
- In House
the Public
at the Board
wo (2) Board
ff further
to evaluate
meeting in
meeting in
requests that the Board
regular meeting of March 4,
at 7:00 p.m., to consider
Personnel - Economic Development Specialist
(Informational Items Only)
consider
1987 to
the above
Adjournment to March 25, 1987, at 7:00 p.m., in the Council
Chambers of the City Hall, 11330 Bullis Road, Lynwood,
California 90262.
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MINUTES OF A REGULAR MEETING
HOUSING AND COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT
ADVISORY BOARD
February 4, 1987
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I. OPENING CEREMONIES
A. Call to Order
A regular meeting of the Housing and Community Development
Advisory Board was called to order by Chairman Donald Dove
on February 4, 1987, at 7:00 p.m. in the Council Chambers
of Lynwood City Hall, 11330 Bullis Road, Lynwood
California.
B. Flag Salute
Committee member Lawrence O. Dunn, Sr. led the pledge of
allegiance.
C. Roll Call
Present: Donald Dove
Lawrence Dunn
Mary Sherman -Jones
Rev. John Hopkins
Josie Wiseman
Arthur J. Lewis
Absent: Barbara Fitts (was excused because she notified
staff that she would not be present)
Also
Present: Vicente L. Mas, Community Development Director
Wayne I. McMahan, Acting HCDA Coordinator
D. Approval of Minutes
It was moved by Rev. John Hopkins, seconded by Lawrence
Dunn to approve Minutes of January 7, 1987; motion
carried by unanimous vote.
II.STAFF REPORTS
Before staff reports were made, Vicente Mas requested
that Arthur J. Lewis be excused for three absences
because letters were sent to the wrong address. Lawrence
Dunn, moved Josie Wiseman seconded to approve the
request. Approval was unanimous.
A. Review and Approval of CDBG Documents
Wayne McMahan, briefly explained the CDBG grant
application requirements by HUD. He reviewed the three
documents that outlined requirements established by HUD
with the HCDA Board. The documents were:
1. Proposed Statement of Community Development
Objectives;
2. Citizen Participation Plan; and
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The Displacement Policy
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HCDA Minutes
February 4, 1987
Page #3
C. Criteria For Proposal Evaluation
This item was requested at the January 7, 1987, HCDA
Board meeting. Mrs. Sherman -Jones suggested that the
existing Public Service projects present to the HCDA
Board their justification of CDBG fund use. Mr. Mas
stated that this is a reasonable request from the HCDA
Board. Further discussion ensued.
Mrs. Sherman -Jones motioned for Hudson Lindsey Group Home
and. St. Francis Child Abuse Center provide Performance
reports to show:
1) Units of Service provided;
2) Number of Lynwood residents
assisted; and
3) Percent of total budget the
CDBG funds received represent.
The motion was seconded by Art Lewis and approved by
unanimous vote.
D. Selection of HCDA Coordinator
Mr. Mas announced that a candidate has been selected for
HCDA Coordinator and that he will be starting pending his
physical. The individual named was Art Waller, who had
previously worked for the City about 2 1/2 years ago
before he went to work for the Los Angeles County
Community Development Commission. Mr. Waller has a strong
background in financial management.
E. Job Classification Study
Mr. Mas announced that the City is currently having a job
classification study, which was approved by Council. He
explained that this was in part necessary because
several positions existed long ago under titles that
applied at that time, however the title no longer agreed
with the duties performed. He also suggested that an
intermediate position be developed between HCDA
Coordinator and Rehabilitation Specialist to allow for
better program management and professional advancement
opportunities for staff.
F. Preparation of Economic Development Plan
Mr. Mas explained that the General Plan is in need of
being updated and that the Economic Development Plan
become an element of the General Plan. He also said that
staff is preparing a proposal for the March 4, 1987,
Council meeting for approval of consulting services for
about $180,000. This cost is for a specific plan which
would entale a combination of funds; General Fund,
Redevelopment and Economic Development Funds. Some of the
critical areas covered are: 1) Alameda Commercial
Corridor; (2) Long Beach Commercial Corridor and 3)
Lynwood Town Center. These projects would be followed by
the Atlantic Avenue mixed use project and the Wright Road
industrial corridor. He further explained that a market
analysis is necessary. There was further discussion
ensued.
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Mr. Mas also explained that the Council changed their
agenda schedule to allow public orals after approval of
Minutes. They can speak on agenda items only. The HCDA
Board thought this was a good idea and it will be in the
next agenda.
III. Board Orals
Mr. Dove had a question regarding the World Savings
Building at Imperial Highway and Long Beach Boulevard,
whether they were considering building a new structure.
` Mr. Mas explained what he knew about world savings
development-plans for the site.,
Pug l Orals
None. There were no public orals, however, two public
service t.project4proponents were present but left before
the meeting was over.
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V. ADJOURNMENT
It was moved by Lawrehce�Dunn and seconded by Mary
Sherman - Jones, to.adjourn to the next regular meeting of
the Housing 'and - *Community' Development Advisory Board
on March 4, "198.7; at 7:00 p.m., in the Council Chambers
of the City Hall, 11330 Bullis,Road, Lynwood, California.
Motion carried by unanimous vote.
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CITY OF LYNWOOD
GRANT APPLICATION
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FY 1987 -88
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(Public Service
Proponents Funding Requests)
NOTE: The City of Lynwood has a total of $151,500
that is available for all Public
Service Projects (15% of $1,010,000)
PROJECTS
REQUESTED
STAFF
IN HOUSE PROPONENTS
ALLOCATION
RECOMMENDATION
BOARD RECOMMENDATION
Extended Hours for Natatorium
$36,000
$36,000
$
Senior Citizen Program
36,355
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$
Firefighter Training Program
63,550
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TOTAL
$135,905
$36,000
PROPONENTS NOT IN HOUSE
Hudson Lindsey - Child Abuse
$8,000
$8,000
$
St. Francis -Child Abuse
30,000
8,000
$'
YOU CAN - Mrs. Driver
1. Anti Drug /Anti Gang
Support Group
21,654
-0-
$
2. Stepping Stones to a
New Start
36,515
-0-
$
3. Citywide Hotline Service
26,390
-0-
$
4. Job Training for Video
Production
73,395
-0-
$ •
5. On Campus Anti - Drug /Anti -Gang
(Joint Effort with Lynwood
78,296
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$
Unified School District)
Legal Aid Society:
1. Model A
62,679
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$
2. Model B
36,492
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$
L.A.County Youth Advance Program
(for 10 months)
98,500
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$
IMPACT
60,966
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$
TOTAL
$510,887
$16,000
GRAND TOTAL
$646,822
$52,000
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CITY OF LYNWOOD _
REQUEST FOR PROPOSALS (RFP) FOR
HUDSON LYNDSEY GROUP HOME
PSY MED., INC.
TABLE OF CONTENTS
PAGE
I.
INTRODUCTION
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II.
PROGRAM BACKGROUND
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III.
STATEMENT OF WORK
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A. TITLE
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B. PURPOSE OF WORK
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C. PERIOD OF PERFORMANCE
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D. SCOPE OF SERVICES
2
E. REPORTING AND OTHER REQUIREMENTS
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IV.
PROPOSAL CONTENT
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A. SOLICITATION AND OFFER FORM
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B. THE TECHNICAL SEC'T'ION
4
C. THE PRICE SECTION
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I.
EVALUATION OF PROPOSALS
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VI.
SUBMISSION OF PROPOSALS
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CITY OF LYNWOOD
REQUEST FOR PROPOSALS (RFP) FOR
HUDSON LYNDSEY GROUP HOME
PSY MED, INC.
PAUL RICHARDS, II
MAYOR
EVELYN WELLS
PRO TEAM COUNCIL WOMAN
E.L. MORRIS
COUNCILMAN
CHARLES G. GOMEZ
CITY MANAGER
FEBRUARY, 1987
ROBERT HENNING
COUNCILMAN
JOHN BYORK
COUNCILMAN
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INTRODUCTION
Psy Med, Inc., is a private non - profit corporation
that operates the Hudson - Lyndsey Group Home.
Hudson Lyndsey Group Home is a residential treatment,
program for abused children, ages two through eleven.
We offer abused and neglected children a nurturing
supportive family -like environment combined with
development, trust, social skills and teaching young-
sters how to deal with past traumas of physical abuse
or sexual abuse.
The Hudson Lyndsey Home is located in Lynwood,
California.
The success of our program is based to a great extent
on the reality of our ability to help children. As
such, we place extreme emphasis on the intake procedure
as a means to assess each potential child's ability to
succeeding in the Hudson Lyndsey Program.
II. PROGRAM BACKGROUND
The Hudson Lyndsey Group Home has been in existence
since December, 1985 and has served eighteen (18)
long -term residential /therapeutic care clients. The
Hudson Lyndsey Group Homes provides twenty -four (24)
hour care for children who have been neglected and
abused physically, sexually and emotionally; with
emphasis on providing a safe, secure, positive, warm
and supportive home -like environment.
III. STATEMENT OF WORK
A. Title
Psy Med, Inc. - Hudson Lyndsey Group Home
B.. Purpose of Work
The purpose of this home is to provide therapeutic
intervention for abused boys and girls from ages two
through eleven years of age. The program is struc-
tured to assist the children in developing self
esteem, social skills and develop a foundation of
trust.
The principles of this facility are based on the
realization that children placed in this home are
victims of a neglected home environment and that
they have possibly been involved with the judicial
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system and institutional settings, such children
are victims of physical and /or sexual abuse within
( .) the home, and therefore have a lack of trust for
others and a resentment for authority. It is the
intention of this program to aid the children in
over - coming those views and to assist them in not
becoming victims once again.
C. Period of Performance
Said services offered by Hudson Lyndsey Group
Home began July 1, 1986 and shall be completed
by June 30, 1987; however, this contract is
being submitted for continuation of the Department
of Housing and Urban Development (HUD) - funding
for the new fiscal year (July 1, 1987 through
June 30, 1988).
Let it be understood that this program will continue
as long as there remains a social and ethical need
for its existence.
D. Scope of Services
The selected proponent shall provide the services
described below:
( 1 � 1) The home provides twenty -four (24) hour service
for children who have been neglected and abused
physically, sexually and emotionally. The
ages of these children range from two (2) through
eleven (11) years old. These services consist of
three (3) meals a day, shelter and clothing.
2) The therapeutic process will consist of:
- Initial assessment (re- evaluation
every six (6) months
- Play therapy
- Art therapy
- Movement therapy
- Role play /psycho -drama
- Therapeutic field trips
- Individual therapy
- Family therapy (as needed)
- Individual tutoring in academic
subjects (as needed)
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- Psychological assessment (if needed)
- Regular supervised study hours, for
the older children
- Cultivation of individual hobbies
- Supervised recreational program is
designed both within and away from
the home
3) All children will be provided with education
through the Lynwood Unified School System
(Pre - school and Elementary).
4) Medical and Dental services are provided
to all residents through subcontracted specialist.
5) The Center provides recreational activities
which consist of field trips, outtings, summer
camp and on -site activities.
6) on -going education for all staff members through
contracted professionals.
E. Reporting and Other Requirements
Hudson Lyndsey Group Home shall submit to the
�) City on a monthly basis, program progress reports
which shall be used to monitor the Center's
performance. Hudson - Lyndsey Group Home shall
establish an acceptable accounting system, maintain
accounting records, office files and other evidence
pertaining to cost incurred pursuant to applicable
regulations, and all of these shall be accessible
for the purpose of making audits, surveys, and
examinations by duly authorized representatives
of the Department of Housing and Urban Development
(HUD), and the City.
These records shall be kept available at Hudson
Lyndsey Group Home office during the contract
period and thereafter for a period of five (5)
years from the date of final payment and transcription
is received and all other pending matters are closed.
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Full time staff will consist of:
Administrator; Cynthia Powell, Ph.D
Duties: 24 hour operational supervision;
attending meetings; general
administrative duties; completing
major paper work for the home
- Asst. Administrator; Alice Powell, M.A.
Duties: Direct supervision of the staff
and will assist the administrator
- Child Care Worker; Loretta Paul /Rene Morris
Duties: 24 hour (live -in) care for the
children
Part Time staff will consist of:
- Relief Person; Augustine Tucker
Duties: (Day & Weekend) Aid the child
care worker and will care for
the children while the child care
worker is away from the home
- Social Worker; Patricia Cole, LCSW
Duties: Conducts therapy with all the
children and keeps in constant
contact with the courts, DPSS
and school for each child
Consultant staff will consist of:
- Health Services; Calvin Hicks, MD
Duties: Provide total medical care to
the children
- Program Consultant; Leona Smith, MA
Duties: Acts as liasion between program
and administrator to keep program
functioning in good operation
Psychologist; Cynthia Powell, Ph.D
Duties: Test all children in the home (when
needed) in order to assist in a
complete evaluation of the children
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Psychiatrist; Carolyn Mohr, MD
Duties: Acts as a regular consultant
for the children and staff and
is available for individual
therapy when needed
Consult Attachment No. 2 for curriculum vitaes and job
descriptions for the Hudson Lyndsey Group Home Staff.
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IV. PROPOSAL CONTENT
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The proposal shall be organized in three (3) sections
as follows:
A. Solicitation and Offer Form (Attachment No. 1)
B. The Technical Section
This section consists of a narrative stating:
The Hudson Lyndsey Group Home provides
specialized residential treatment services
for children two (2) through eleven (11)
who have been abused and neglected. These
children are a heterogeneous group who ex-
hibit a broad spectrum of emotional and
behavioral problems and require a continuum
of placement and treatment options. The lack
of appropriate programs group these children
to be inappropriately housed at McClaren
Children's Center and Children's Institute.
The Hudson Lyndsey Group Home has successfully
been in compliance with Los Angeles County
since 1985. The project proponent has success-
fully completed 108% occupancy.
A highly specialized treatment team headed by
Dr. Cynthia Powell and Dr. Calvin Hicks provide
wide range of services to a population of child-
ren who exhibit severe emotional and behavioral
problems.
Our overall program goal is to iniate individualized
treatment based on each child's identified needs.
The primary aim is to facilitate the child's
return to his or her family whenever feasible or
any indicated alternate program that provides
the child's continuity of care. The Hudson
Lyndsey Group Home has successfully reunited
35% of our children placed.
Hudson Lyndsey Group Home is the only specialized
facility for abused and neglected children in
Lynwood.
With continued support from the City of Lynwood
additional funding would enable the Hudson
Lyndsey Group Home to enhance and expand their
existing program.
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C. THE PRICE SAION •
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HUDSON LYNDSEY GROUP HOME
PROJECTED BUDGET
1987 -1988
SUPPLIES & MATERIALS
.Record -A -Call Answering Machine 129.95
.Paper Mate Pens (12 Doz.) 21.00
.Paper Mate Nylon Tip Markers (6Doz.) 26.95
.Consery -A -File Cabnit (5 Drawers) 616.00
.Smith Corona Electronic Typerwriter(Model SD400) 429.93
.International Computer(FT -225) with a Citizen
Printer (MSP -25) 2,542.60
PLAY THERAPY EQUIPMENT
.Hutch Cabinet (Wooden)
.Stove it
99.50
.Sink
99.50
.Refrigerator
99.50
Bag of Groceries
99.50
.Fruits & Vegetables (Plastic)
7 25
28.95
.Medical Kit
.Childress' Books (25 Books 5.95 each)
22.25
148.75
.Childrens' Video (10 Video 29.99 each)
299.99
..Childrens' Records (15 Records 9.99 each)
151.33
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STAFF SALARIES (.33% of yearly salaries)$3114.21
-Administrator 30,000.00
.Assistant Administrator 20,000.00
.Child Care Worker (House Parent) 15,000.00
It if " Relief (Day & Wkend) 15,000.00
.Social Worker(576 Hours /Year $25 /Hour) 14,000.00
Total Salaries 94.400.00
Total Amount
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8,000.00
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V. EVALUATION OF PROPOSALS
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RATING CRITERIA
Percentage Points
(100% Maximum)
A. Ability to Perform
Background in implementation of
similar efforts
B. Organization and Personnel
1. Evidence of good organization and
management practices.
2. Experience, background and record of
past accomplishment appropriate to State-
ment of Work assigned personnel if any.
C. Cost
Economic Efficiency
- Reasonableness of overall cost
- Cost as related to the level of effort
- Cost as releated to budgetary limitations
VI. SUBMISSION OF PROPOSALS
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Al
ynt is Powell, Ph.D
Administrator
�t Francis Medical Center
SPONSORED BY THE DAUGHTERS
OF CHARITY OF ST VINCENT DE PAUL
February 25, 1987
mr. Wayne McMahon
HCOA Coordinator
City of Lynwood
11330 Bullis Rd.
Lynwood, cA 90262
Dar Mr. McMahon
As was requested in your letter, dated 2/18/87, please
find enclosed the Children's Center of St. Francis Medical
Centers' proposal for CDBG funding.
We are requesting $30,000 to cover both program /admini-
strative costs in order to provide treatment services for
child abuse issues to the residents of the City of Lynwood.
The enclosed program proposal is essentially the same as
prior submittals.
However, the request for increased funding, beyond the
current contract, for Budget year 7/1/87 to 6/30/88 is
based on the current level of requests for service, and
our own estimates of future service demands (PLEASE SEE
ENCLOSURES).
I look forward to discussing and presenting our proposal
in person at the March 4, 1987 Advisory Board meeting.
Sincerely,
Charles Kidwell, MSW Anthony V Chavez, MSW, A
Director, Social Services Children's Center
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ST. FRANCIS MEDICAL CENTER
INDIVIDUAL, GROUP AND FAMILY TREATMENT
TO INFANT.ABUSE & NEGLECT PROPOSAL
St. Francis Medical Center proposes to offer a comprehensive and intergrated
range of counseling services to Lynwood families identified as high risk of
abusing or neglecting their children. Predominant treatment modes employed
will be based on work of Selma Frailberg's Ann Arbor Michigan Child Develop-
ment Project and the St. Paul, Minnesota based Special Families Care Project.
Brief crises intervention, development guidance, group counseling and infant -
parent psychotherapy will be included.
Client Outcomes and Corresponding Staff Protocols
Goals
1. Develop insights into the emotional
climate of their family, resulting
increased emotional stability of the
family. More specifically, identify
factors that contribute to potential
or actual abusive behavior and demon-
strate ability to meet their needs.
Method /Activities
1. Identify and promote family
strengths. Promote develop-
ment of a strong self -con-
cept for each individual
family member. Promote as
much family cohesion as is
desirable. Promote posi-
tive communication, decision
making, and problem solving
among family members. Demon-
strate effective role model-
ing behaviors. Identify
and strengthen positive coping
mechanisms, and develop on-
going strategies with families
for effectively dealing with
stress and crisis.
2. _Improve parenting skills. More
specifically, demonstrate realis-
tic expections of children by
identifying age- appropriate
behaviors for children; identify-
ing modes,of discipline; demon-
strating, with some consistency '
use of appropriate discipline
to fit the situation; adn iden-
tifying a person or agency to
contact in a crisis situation.
2. Help parent(s) identify and
accept the parenting role.
Promote parental development
and consistent use of appro-
priate childrearing and
discipline practices being
sensitive to cultural
dictates of the families.
Promote optimum bonding and
attachment of parent(s)
to infants and children.
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St. Francis Medical Center
Individual, Group and Family
Treatment Addendum to Infant
Abuse & Neglect Program
Goals
3. Provide for adequate growth and
development of children.
4. Maintain the family unit (and
or parent -child relationship).
5. Establish and consistently use
a positive support network. More
specifically, identify available
family and friends; indicate fre-
quency with which they visit
family and /or friends; state
ways in which others (church,
school, and so forth) can be
helpful; and demonstrate appro-
priate use of the health care
system by keeping appointments
with project staff, keeping
appointments with project staff,
keeping appointment with other
care sources in the community,
and not fragmenting care.
6. Assist with securing and /or
managing income to maintain the
family.
3. Teach parent(s) normal
growth and development
patterns of infants and
children as well as
appropriate expections for
age. Interpret growth
parameters with families.
Provide anticipatory
guidance as a means of
reducing stress associated
with normal development
stages and phases of
children.
4. Help parent(s) to develop
an understanding of their
life situation and to
child abuse and neglect
does not occur.
5. Help parent(s) to identify,
maintain, and promote the
development and appropriate
use of an effective support
network.
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EXHIBIT A
*PROGRAM UNITS OF SERVICE, BY COST, FOR BUDGET YEAR: JULY 1, 1987 TO JUNE 30, 1988
*THESE FIGURES ARE BASED ON THE CURRENT BUDGET YEAR, LEVEL OF SERVICE REQUESTS, AND THE
CHILDREN`S CENTER CONSERVATIVE PROJECTIONS FOR FUTURE SERVICES BASED ON OVERALL LEVEL OF
CHILD ABUSE REPORTS FOR THIS AREA.
COST PROJECTION FOR
MODALITIES
UNITS OF'SERVICE
COSTS 12 MONTH PERIOD
1.
INDIVIDUAL PSYCHOTHERAPY
$50.00
$16,200
(based on 27 sessions
per month)
2.
FAMILY PSYCHOTHERAPY
$70.00
$10,920
(based on 13 sessions
per month)
3.
GROUP PSYCHOTHERAPY
$30.00
$ 4,680
(based on 14 sessions
per month)
4.
ADMINISTRATIVE COSTS
$ 1,160
TOTAL = $32,960
TOTAL
OF CDBG REQUEST = $30,000
*THESE FIGURES ARE BASED ON THE CURRENT BUDGET YEAR, LEVEL OF SERVICE REQUESTS, AND THE
CHILDREN`S CENTER CONSERVATIVE PROJECTIONS FOR FUTURE SERVICES BASED ON OVERALL LEVEL OF
CHILD ABUSE REPORTS FOR THIS AREA.
YOUTH ORGANIZED AND UNI•D
FOR COMMUNITY ACTION NETWORK, INC.
,A CALIFORNIA NON PROFIT CORPORATION
P.O. Box 1621
LYNWOOD, CALIFORNIA 90262
(2 13) 632 -3075
OUR Morro Is "YOU CANI••
OFFICERS
CAROLYN DRIVER
PRESIDENT
MARY SHATYNSKI
VICE PRESIDENT
JAMES SHATYNSKI
CHIEF FINANCIAL
OFFICER/TREASURER
WILLIAM DRIVER. SR.. LA.P.D.
SECRETARY
ARMIDA AYALA
JOAQUIN F BIN
PUBLIC RELATIONS
BOARD OF DIRECTORS
BISHOP ROBERT W. MCMURRAY
RONALD C. HAMM, M.D.
DAVID MATSUMOTO, ATTY AT LAW
REv. Louis A. CHASE
VICTORIA SIMPSON
ORRIN MURRAY
ROSALAND MAINE
CAMILO A. BECERRA. ATT. AT LAW
PROPOSAL TO ESTABLISH A ANTI DRUG/ANTI-GANG SUPPORT
GROUP FOR THOSE WHO HAVE LOST A REIATIVE OR LOVE ONE
TO DRUG ABUSE OR GANG MEMBERSHIP
February 24, 1987
Total Budget Request: $21,654.00
Submitted to : Lynwood City Council
by: Carolyn Driver, President
YOUTH ORGANIZED AND UNITED FOR COMMUNITY ACTION NETWORP, INC.
A CALI:ORNIA NON - PROFIT ORG.'
10902 Elm Ave. Lynwood, Calif.
"NO D.O.P.E. ( NATIONAL 0 DRU , OUTFLACH, p2sMIdTIOi+ & EDUCATION) Support Group
OBJECTIVE To give adults ages 19 years and older an opportunity to discuss openly* their
feelings of mourning, sorrotr, and grief as a result of losing a loved one rather it
be a dear friend or a relative. This lost is restricted to those who have recently
Jos someone due to Drug usage or a shooting resulting from gang activity.
GOAL; To help adults understand the importance of "Support Groups" and ho,.* it helps.
We realise that when someone dies that is close to us it can be a very traumatic experience.
Often times people have no one they can turn to who "Truly understands what they are
feeling or going through as a result of this kind of tradgedy. This support group will
be able to meet at the center at scheduled intervals and share their feelin which
many of them will have in common, and as a result of these meetings, it is hoped that
the surviving relatives or friends will come to accept and deal with their lost and
then be able to move foneard to start living their lives in a full and productive manner.
During these "Support Group" meetings it is hoped that people seeking help or relief
for their emotional'feelirgs : -rill receive tan„ assistance with adjusting to the
changes that have or rill ta'ie place in the family structure or household as a result
of the abscense of the deceased. Various tonics will be discussed to help families and
friends deal with their loss and z:hat could be done to prevent this kind of tradgedy from
happening to another member of their family or friends.
Program Activi 1 Anti -D Drug/z% Presenter will facilitate these support � oups.
_nese "Support :h'oups" Trill meet (1) to (2) times per week for a du ing of two hours total-
ling 3 hours per week to discuss their concerns of fear, mourning, grief, sorrow, etc.
1 Li0 D.O.P.E. FOR YOUTHS "SUPPO'T GROUP" - Youths ages 10 -•13 will be able to meet with
other youths their o':n age to discuss their fears, o ief, sorrow, pain, etc of dealing
with those relatives or friends who have lost their lives dut to "Drug Usage or have died
as a resultof a "Shooting due to gang violence. However, the youth may attend the
adult support group with their parent (s) if they feel they would benefit by it be
with an adult, vice- versa, an adult may attend a youth support group with their child
or children if they feel they can benefit from this perspective to help their youn - ster
adjust to the tracgedy of their lost.
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A CALIFORNIA NON - PROFIT ORGkJiILATION
NO D.O.P. E. YOUTH SUPPORT GROUP -
lne youth can meet two times weekly for (2) hours in length. The youth will run these
meetin with youths their own age and will be facilitated by a hired staff �GrS3�Yl�t
who is very close to these youths age in order to assure the youths attending these
meetings that they will have someone to talk to who understands them at their level.
The person selected to facilitate this youth support group will be carefully screened
and selected to insane that the training this person vill receive will be shared
with other youth attending these meetings and will hopefully be able to communicate
effectively with youth whereby they will be able to adjust to their lost and learn
how to avoid drugs by "Saying No when offered or will learn to "Say Rio" if pressured
to join a gang.
SmAF (1) Anti -Drug/ Anti -Gang Trained Presenter
This person will facilitate and monitor all youth support group meetings. Topics
discussed will be materials on "Drug and Gang activity, as well as how to learn from
others tragic experiences. Also the youth will be able to discuss materials that are
of interest to them as it relates to "Drug Abuse and Gan.- membership.
Active gang members and drug abusers will not be allowed to attend these meeting for
sole purpose of disrupting,or causing a nuisance , or attempting to recruit gang members
or sell illicit drugs. This support group is only intended for those youth-- who
are in the process of trying to recover from the shock or effects of the death of
a relative or friend.
soups, adults and youth will also be facilitated by a Spanish
Both of these support
speaking presenter when ever needed.
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Budget
for NO Dope Support
Group Program
part -time
$8,000 00 annual salary (salaried
position)
(1) Program Director -
(2) NO Dope Anti -Drug presenters
$6,656.00 (
$8,00 per hr.X 8 hrs.
per week($3,328.00
each presenter
$129.00per
moX 12mo $1,548.00 (
$16,204 00)
(3) Operations Officer
Printing literature for hand -outs,
information
and referral lists, printing brochures,
printing program materials
$1,000.00
Rent - $200.00 per month
$2400.00
Utilities Gas, water, lights
phone ($150.00 per mo.
$1.800 00
Postage $100.00
Paper, pens, pencils, reasers, staplers
paper clips, stationary $150.00
$ 5, 00 Supplies
Total Budget: $21,654 00
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YOUTH ORGANIZED AND UNITED
FOR COMMUNITY ACTION NETWORK, INC.
A CALIFORNIA NON PROFIT CORPORATION
P.O. Box 1621
LYNWOOD, CALIFORNIA 90262
(213) 632 -3075
OUR Morro Is "YOU CANT"
OFFICERS
CAROLYN DRIVER
PRESIDENT
MARY SHATYNSKI
VICE PRESIDENT
JAMES SHATYNSKI
CHIEF FINANCIAL
OFFICER/TREASURE
WILLIAM DRIVER, SR.. L.A.P.D.
SECRETARY
ARMIDA AYALA
JOAQUIN F BIN
PUBLIC RELATIONS
BOARD OF DIRECTORS
BISHOP ROBERT W. MCMURRAY
RONALD C. HAMM. M.D.
DAVID MATSUMOTO, ATTY AT LAW
REV. LOUIS A CHASE
VICTORIA SIMPSON
ORRIN MURRAY
ROSALAND MAINE
CAMILO A BECERRA, ATT, AT LAW
February 24, 1987
STEPPING STONES TO A NEW START PROGRAM
A ANTI -CRIME PREVENTION AND INTERVENTION PROGRAM
TO AID HIGH RISK YOUTH IN THE LYNWOOD CITY LIMITS
PROPOSAL SUBMITTED TO: CITY of LYNWOOD
total budget request: $36,5
By: Carolyn Driver, President
YOUTH ORGANIZED AND UNITED FOR COI+!MUNITY ACTION NETdORK,INC.
OBJECTIVE: 7.O EDUCATE, TRAIN, EMPLOY YOUTH
TO PROVIDE PREVENTIVE EDUCATION TO YOUTH ON THE TOPICS OF DRUG ABUSE
AND GANG MEMBERSHIP.
TO DISCOURAGE REPEATED INCARCERATIONS AMONG YOUTH.
TO PROVIDE INCENTIVE TO HIGH RISK YOUTH THAT MIGHT GET INVOLVED WITH
CRIMINAL ACTIVITY AND EXPLORE POSITIVE ALTERNATIVES WITH YOUTH.
GOAL: A workshop to prevent incarceration or re- incarceration of youth by offering
career development instruction and survival skills needed to function in today's world.
Topics includes Self evaluation, developing career oriented goals, appropriate personal
grooming, job preparation and interviewing skills, writing a resume', financial
management, acquiring proper learning habits, self- esteem, establishing a positive
image, learning networking skills. This workshop will require participant to,be
involved in a mock interview, write their own resume', put together a wardrobe,
write a budget, balance their nutrition, make a grocery list. Workshop will also
include guest speakers and field trips It includes how to establish a better
relationship with parents, how to locate and use community resources, learning how
to open a bank account, how to set up their own apartment, how to read newspaper ads,
how to apply to local colleges to pursue a career objective of their choice.
Prior to the release of students from Juvenile Hall or any other agency that deals
with troubled youth, the agency making the referral will contact this office first
to make the appointment for the youth to be seen by the job procurement counselor.
The youth will be briefed before their release as to the elements of this program.
The youth will come to this program by their own choosing. The student or youth will
not be forced to participate in this program. As this is a program for youth who
want to straighten out their lives and begin to conform to the rules and regulations
ofthis society This must be made clear to the youth before they are referred here.
PROGRAM PERFORMANC
The program will consist of daily, two -hour sessions in which a single topic is
explored each week. Program shall be continuous with open enrollment. Youths ages
12 -18 will be served as funds are provided.
Program will be on a rotating 10 week schedule. A minimum of 5 youth will be served
for a 10 week period. Training will be provided during after school hours. The
youth will be referred to this agency by law enforcement agencies such as police
departments, juvenile Hall, youth camps, probation officers, or referrals from local
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courts surrounding the Lynwood area. Youths that are referred to this agency by their
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respective parole officer must continue to report to their (P.O. Officer as mandated
by law. This agency will network closely with law enforcement agencies such as
police departments. Youths who elect to train at law enforcement agencies will
work through the Community Relations Department under close supervision of a law
enforcement officer. This program is designed primarily to assist students who are
at risk to get involved in drug or gang activity and it is our hope that we can
intervene before the youth dos get involved with this kind of illegal activity.
Schools may also refer students to this agency if the youth is in need of a support
system and we feel the youth can benefit from this program. This is not a program
for Hardcore youth 'loose who have committed violent crimes and have no intention
of changing thier life style.
TRAINING PROGRAM
Youth will be educated on how to become self- sufficent. TUB includes: how to write
resumes'; successful interviewing; job responsibilities; learning how to fill out
a job application; reading and writing skills; building confidence and self- esteem;
basic job - seeking skills; applying to trade school or any school of higher education;
aquiring grooming'skills and proper etiquette. If a haircut is needed, boys will be
encouraged to get a haircut and girls will be encouraged to go to a beauty salon
to have her hair needs met. Youth will also be trained to share their life experiences
in the community to educate youth and adults about the dangers of drugs and gangs
as well as criminal activity.
Training will require a minimum of 10 weeks participation per youth. Two staff members
will be at the center two days per week, It hours each day. Each week the youth will
be required to attend one two hour sessions.
Staff will be available during remaining hours for personal guidance on an individual
basis networking with employers, school guidance counselors and quest speakers.
This agency will conduct follow -up visits with parents, employers, and other community
contacts when necessary. These contacts will be by phone or in person. Staff will
be responsible for scheduling activities and establishing a community laison with
public and private social service agencies. Acting as a information and referral
service. staff can refer families to drug treatment centers and other social service
centers who address the needs and concerns of young people as well as adults.
If possible, youth will be periodically taken on field trips during the 10 -week
period which will include : plays, concerts, sports events, museums, art exhibits, filme
restaurants, recreational activities, trips to supermarkets to teach them budget
management, trips to the bank to educate youth regarding the process of opening a
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checking and savings account, trips to the local employment office, on -site
visits to local businesses and personnel department to learn criteria for employment
and respective job responsibilities, tours of colleges and universities for academic
advice and career guidance and counseling. The youth will have options regarding
his particular areas of interest. Staff will be available to simply guide him /her
In the right direction and teach him various strategies of networking. Staff will
accompany youth on their initial job interview to offer moral support. They will
also be available after the interview to critique with youth how the interview went.
If they got the job, it will be explored by the staff and youth as to how the youth
feel he /she got the job. What did the applicant do right for getting the job.
If the youth did not get a particular job they went for a interview on, it will
be explored why the youth was not hired for the job. The youth will be taught
different techniques on how to get the type of job they want. If there are certain
problem areas that need to be worked on a staff member will address this to the youth
during training sessions. Parents will be encouraged to participate in this program
with the youth. Parents will be asked to sign an agreement that they will work
along with their child to help make this a valuable learning experience for both
youth and parents. Parents that can afford various social experiences in terms of
enrichment kinds of activities will be encouraged to accept full responsibility
for their child's well- being. A positive relationship between parents, child, and
staff is one of our major goals during this 10 week period. Youth will be encouraged
to seek and develop new and positive friendships. They will be encouraged to not
associate with others who use or sell drugs, or those that belong to gang affiliations.
In order for a youth to be selected to participate in this program they will be asked
to sign an agreement that they will no longer be involved with drug or gang activities
under any circumstances. It is our goal to mainstream high risk youth back into
society but we also realize that it will be the final deecision for the youth if
they want to give up the lifestyle that they were sent to Juvenile Hall for or
even suspended from school for. If the youth do get back into criminal activity
during the program the youth will be dropped from this program and another youth
will have the opportunity to have this vacant slot.
E,MPIDYMOT IN PROGRAM
After the youth have completed their 10 week training program and feel that they are
ready to seek full -time employment, the job procurement counselor will work closely
with the youth and prospective employer. The job procurement counselor will be
responsible for identifying community resources as well as networking with local
businesses such as companies, local banks, grocery and department stores, etc.
Each students capabilities, talents or skills will be matched to employers needs
with the prospective employer to asses his /her needs. Once the extent of his /her
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needs are established, this organization will work with youth to prepare them for
work within that capacity. The employer must be willing to provide extended training
beyond our scope. This employer will enter into a contractual agreement with this
organization and the youth to continue training for permanent employment The
youth will be on a 90 day probationary period upon procurement of the job The
youth will be closely monitored in terms of promptness, absenteeism, attitude
towards self and other co- workers, personal appearance, social skills, which
includes willingness to work with others in a team effort. An evaluation will be
completed by the employer for this purpose and returned to this agency The job
procurement counselor will visit the youth at the job site to personally monitor
their performance.
Location of Pro `
This organization is requesting that the City Of Lynwood allow us to share space
with the Lynwood'Sherriff Department at the Montgomery Ward Site on Imperial flyway
in Lynwood We feel this will be a perfect set up since we will be working closely
with local law enforcement agencies. We believe that the Lynwood Sherriff Department
and this organization can network together to help reduce the incidence of youth
being re- incarcerated or to discourage youth from getting involved with negative
activities such as selling or using drugs or getting involved with criminal actvity
as it realtes to gang membership We feel that Lynwood residents deserve a safe city
in which to live and raise their families
D ocumen t ation of Yout Pr ogra m
(1) Proof of Lynwood residency - parents utility bills such as water, gas, lights, phone.
School of attendance, legal documents specifying that parent(s) has legal custody
of child and resides in Lynwood, a visit might be made to the childs or youth's
home to verify address.
TRACKING PROCESS
(a) Close contact will be maintained with child, youth, parent, parents, and parole
officer, school principal, teacher, or significant other.
(b) Documentation will be maintained on the youths progress
(c) Youth will be required to record all employment leads and follow -up contacts weekly
and sight results of interviews or leads
(d) Potential employers will be contacted for their evaluations and comments
(e) Youth will be monitored for one year after completion of this program to see
if the youth abstained from getting involved in any illegal activity It is hoped
that the youth that go through this program will find full or part time meaningful
employment or continue their education which every is top priority and lead a productive
life _ (4)
EMPIIIYMENT TRAI PROGRAM BUDGET
(1) Program Director - Responsible for the overall day - today operation of the program•
hold staff meetings, interview and hire staff, write policies and procedures manuals,
privide training and superivision for all staff, attend meetings, consult with law
enforcement agencies from time to time, write proposals for future funding.
Full -time employment - Salary $15,000.00 per annum (salaried position)
Education- A minimum of a Bachelor's degree from a 4 year university with a major in
social sciences or Human services.
(1) Job Procurement Counselor: Resonsible for networking with employment offices private
and public to assist youth with finding full or part -time employment. will work closely
with High Risk delinquent youth who have just been released or about to be released from
a correctional facility. These youth may also be on suspension from schools in the
Lynwood city limits Will provide training on the activities of daily living, teach
basic survival skills, will work closely with parents to ensure continuity of program
activities Set up field trips for "youths ". Provide supervision to youth on site.
Part - -time Employment -- Salary $12.00 per hour X 20 hours per week ($240.00 per week) X52 weeks
$12,480.00 annual salary- Qualifications B.A degree in vocationl Education or 3 years experier
and 1 year of college in Business studies.
(1) Secretary- Responsible for typing, filing, keeping reocrds on each applicant or
participant. Answer telephone, Diseminate information regarding referrals to other
social service agencies. Take minutes at meetings, other clerical related duties.
Full -time position (40 hours per week) Salary $1,000.00 per month ($1200.00 per year)
Minimum of High School Diploma, must type 35-40 words per minute, have good verbal commun-
ication skills as well as good writing skills, have full command of the English language,
Spanish is helpful.
Salaries: Program Director $15,000.00 per annum (salaried position)
MIKSFement 12,480.00 annually
Secretary 1,200.00 annually
total salaries$28,680.00
Supplies:
Pencils, ink pens, paper, paper clips, staplers (2), xerox paper, stationary supplies,etc.
$150 00
(1) Typewriter - electric $200.00
Insurance $1700.00 Liability
7 Textbooks for training for 50 youth $250.00 ($5.00 ea- book)
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Office Fquipment:
3 desks @$50.00 each $150.00
3 chairs @$25.00 ea. $75.
Xeroxing literature for hand -outs $300.00
mileage $.23cents per mile $600.00
Utilities: Gas, crater, lights $150 -00 per monthX12 ($1800 00
Telephones (2) Installation - $110 00, $55
00 each, monthly bill $100 00 for both
Rent $200 00 monthX24 month $2400.00
program to serve 50'High Risk youth and their families
Total budget for Stepping Stones Program: Staff Salaries $28,680.00
Supplies 7,
Total Budget :$ 36,515 •
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YOUTH ORGANIZED AND UNITE
FOR COMMUNITY ACTION NETWORK, INC.
A CALIFORNIA NON PROFIT CORPORATION
P.O. Box 1621
LYNWOOD, CALIFORNIA 90262
(213) 632.3075
OUR MOTTO Is "YOU CANT"
February 24, 1987
OFFICERS
CAROLYN DRIVER
PRESIDENT
MARY SHATYNSKI
PROPOSAL TO ESTABLISH A CITYWIDE HOTLINE SERVICE
VICE PRESIDENT
_
JAMES SHATYNSKI
iiYY11 vy�,,,rT1I��i} n RES
FOR LYN OOD R
CHIEF FINANCIAL
OFFICER/TREASURER
WILLIAM DRIVER, SR.. LA - P.D.
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Submitted to: Lynwood City Council
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SECRETARY
ARMIDA AYALA
JOAQUIN F BIN
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PUBLIC RELATIONS
Budget Requests 26, .y 9 O 00
BOARD OF DIRECTORS
,
BISHOP ROBERT W. MCMURRAY
' RONALD C. HAMM, M.D.
DAVID MATSUMOTO, Am. AT LAW
REV. LOUIS A CHASE
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Submitted }. bJ : Carolyn Driver, President
VICTORIA SIMPSON
ORRIN MURRAY
ROSALANO MAINE
CAMILO A. BECERRA. ATT. AT LAW
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r INFORMATION AND REFERRAL SERRICE
FOR LYNWOOD RESIDENTS
OBJECTIVE: TO Assist lynwoed residents with locating appropriate services to meet
their social needs such as medical attention, services for the elderly, child care
services for families who need them, etc. Establish A Lynwood Hot Line for drug
and gang information for youths and adults. To network with other social agencies
to bring many needed social services to the families and residents of Lynwood.
Staffing - Program Director
1 Counselor/ Community Worker
Duties: Responsible for conducting research and locating various resources that will
enable this agency to make appropriate referrals to Lynwood residents who may call
on the phone seeking immediate referrals to other social service agencies outside
the Lynwood area as well as those located in the Lynwood city limits. This person
will compile data and information that will be stored on the agency site therefore,
giving assess'to other personnel if needed.
Qualifications:
The applicant will have a strong background in social services. Will possess the
ability to network with other social agencies, hospitals, clininics, schools,
colleges, senior citizen programs, child day care programs, drug treatment centers, etc.
Educational Background- ( 1) Bachelor's Degree in the social sciences preferred.
sociology major, social worker, etc. Must have graduated from a 4 year University
which is accredited. (B.A. degree) or 2 years of college and 2 years of actual
experience working in the social science or human services field. Applicant may
also possess 4 years of actual working experience in the human services field showing
evidence of knowledge of knowing how to set up an information and referral service.
Must know how to work with Law enforcement agencies as well as other social service
agencies. must have excellent written and oral communication skills
Compensation: Salary is based on education and experience
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Budget for Information a Referral Service
program Director-
Counselor/ Community worker -
$16,640 per year. (salaried position) Full -time
Total salaries: $16,640.00
Consumerable supplies;
2 telephones Installation of $300.00 ($150.00 each) $75.00 each mo. billX 12 ($900.00
postage
$150 00
1 Electric typewriter
$300.00
1 Xerox copier machine
$1000.00
Xerox copier paper
$500 00
Printing materials -
$200.00
literature, brochures, etc
Rent- $200 per mo, X 12
$2400.00
Utilities, gas', lights, water
$300.00
Insurance - liability
$1700.00
Workers Comp insurance
$2000.00
Total
budget. $16,640.00
9,750.
$26,390.00 total budget for HotLine Program
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R UTH ORGANIZED AND UNITED
FOR COMMUNITY ACTION NETWORK, INC.
^ A CALIFORNIA NON PROFIT CORPORATION
P.O. Box 1621
LYNWOOD, CALIFORNIA 90262
(213) 632.3075
OUR MOTTO Is "YOU CANT"
OFFICERS
CAROLYN DRIVER February 24, 1987
PRESIDENT
MARY SHATYNSKI
VICE PRESIDENT
JAMES SHATYNSKI
CHIEF FINANCIAL
OFFICEFUTREASURER PROPOSAL TO ESTABLISH A JOB TRAINING PROGRAM FUR
WILLIAM DRIVER, SR.,LAP.D.
SECRETARY PRODUCING PROFESSIONAL VIDEOS.
SECRETARY
ARMIDA AYALA
JOAQUIN F BIN
PUBLIC RELATIONS
BOARD OF DIRECTORS TOTAL BUDGET REQUEST; 00
BISHOP ROBERT W. MCMURRAY REQUEST: 395
RONALD C. HAMM. M.D.
DAVID MATSUMOTO. ATTY AT LAW
REV. LOUIS A CHASE
VICTORIA SIMPSON
ORRIN MURRAY
ROSALAND MAINE
CAMILO A. BECERRA, ATT. AT LAW
Submitted To; Lynwood City Council
Submitted by; Carolyn Driver, President
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YOUTH ORGANIZED and UNITED FOR COMMUNITY ACTION NETWORK, INC.
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AO -'.DE:.;Y FOR GROi:iri 7HROU 1 1 HE ARTS FOR FZRSIN1,1, ESTEE:1. Alson known as "AGkPE"
OBJECTIVE: This program is desiGned to encourage and develop self - esteem alonC
with creative, artistic, and tecnical skills in youth. Youth receive "hands on"
training classes, participate in workshops, and are involved in all aspects of
creating a "live music video" Pa^el as such, because the pro duction will be
Geared for live performance within the schools and local community, and for the
purpose of video - taping. Video. Video - taping the final product allows the message
of the music and the drama to be enjoyed as an educational tool in the school
and community for years to come.
T he fact must be faced that most music produced by the industry today
Glorifies decadence and in some cases, negative role models. Yet the fact is
music is probably the most powerful medium of expression today. It is our intention
to involve kids totally in the development of music videos with positive messages
that will also aid others in saying "a0" to gangs, drugs, and other evils of society.
;he curriculum materials with deal solely with peer pressure, self- esteem, and
ot'er moral issues such as gangs, drugs, and family relationships. Subject matter
trill be presented to the school district Board of Education officials for previewing
and approval before the materials are presented to the students in the classroom.'
,..lthouGh certain subject matter can be serious in its implications, youth will
al be left with a spirit of hope and victory. Our goal is to provide educational
tctls th-ru the realization and understanding of these issues and problems.
Secondly,•our goal is to relieve some of the peer pressure surrounding youth
;:her faced with joinin- a gang or taking drugs. Through the live performances and
recorded videos, the ycuthwill shot: other youth that they are not alone. ;cost kids
face the same problems. They can lean on each other for support and emulate those
that have succeeded in saying no.
Thirdly, and most importantly, the youth will be Given major responsibilities
in every area. We believe this will increase their self - esteem and encourage them
to assure responsiblility for theirot -n lives. It will keep them out of trouble
rith motivating and positive alternatives. We can discourage idleness by meeting
them where their interests lie.
We can accomodate a variety of interests thru this medium. Thus another goal
is to stimulate these interests and give insight into the career possibilities exist-
ing within the arts, media, and entertainment industries. Youth should be resnon'sile
for their own futures. Through these productions, "on the job" training is o ffered
in the following area. Script writing, lyric writinG, basic musical composition,
musical instrument performing, arranging music, producing video and audio, directing
for actors (stage and screen), acting, musical directing, singing, dancing (fol.1:,
ballet, tap, jazz, modern), choreographing, directing for camera, camera work,
sound /audio work for camera, lighting and technical crew (grips and graffers, lighting
design, scenic design (art/background art), costume desgn, make -up, special effects,
props, editing, and sound dubbing.
Our fianl goal is to get the youth to provide their own alternatives and answers
which would be implimented though the process of the development of the production.
Therefore the youth provide their own insight, experience and advise throuGhout
every stage of the project, the naterails developed will be unjaded and t_ meet
the youth where they are at. idhe can best relate to the problems youth face than
youth themselves?
::e wish to. cultivate their own individual talents and expand upon them. We
I eel that one of the major reasons that youth turn to gangs, drugs, criminal and
ocher negative activity, are simply because they are bored. We feel that by offer-
r them this unique educational experience, they will be encouraged to pursue
_•roductive avenues.
Youth will be in an open, secure environment where any problem presented will
be lovingly dealt with.
Directcr/teachers are exrort in these areas. They can lead and guide the youth
to a fruitful, positive end thru a fun and exciting experience. We firmly beleeve
that. through the joint efforts between this organization and unified school district,
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we can provide these chi0ren with a vehicle to a irholes3"e, upriGht and posi-
tiVE future
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SCHOOL PHOCaVI
Ob jective A
A four month program will be implimented in Lynwood Senior High School ,
thereby targeting 9th, 10th, 11th, and 12th grades for the months of September,
October, Noveaber, and December of 1987 Tmrty Youths will be serviced as they
participate directly directly in the workshops. A minima;, of five performances
gill be given for students and local citizens, r;hile countless others will benefit
I viewing the video -tape recording of the production.
Ob ective B
A four Month prom will be implimented in Hosler Junior School (a member
of the Lynwood Unified School District) thereby targeting 7th and 8th grades
for the months of January, February, Aiasch and April of 1988 "hirty youths
will be serviced as they participate directly in the workshops. A minimum of
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ive performances will be given by studentsand local citizens.
Ob jective C
A four nonth program will be implimented in Hosler Junior High School ( a
nember of the LJtvood Unified School District) thereby targeting 7th and 8th
9th; 10th, 11th, 12th grades for the months of ; June, July, and August,
Of 198 7- hirtY. youths will be serviced as they participate directly in the
workshops. A minimum of five
ize performances will be given for students and local
citizens, while countless others will benefit from viewing the video -tape
recordinE of the production `
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• FROGRA'3 OBJECTIVES •
1) to provide an educational program that is a real alternative to gang member -
drugs, criminal activities and other negative influences placed on the youth
of today's society.
2) Provide an educatioal video -tape for youth that can be shared with parents,
civic organizations and community numbers for years to come.
3) To provide a creative outlet for youth that will reach them where they are
and thru a medium they can relate to music and video.
4) Encourage the youth to plan for their omn future by exposing then to a variety
of skills in order that they may tap into their own resources.
5) Give the youth confidence and self - esteem by giving them an opportunity to
create and complete a project that is their or and successfully perform it
for their peers, parents, and community.
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Program will consist of a repertoire group selected on the basis of their
genuine interest to learn
A simple audition will be conducted to screen the youth and see where talents
or interested lie, this rill also benefit the director- who can then determine just
chat th ey will have to work with, within a particular group, Auditions will be
asked to share some of their own skills: (ie: examples of artwork, camera work,
electrical skills, etc; singing, musical instrument perfor;un;, dancing etc.).
They would then be asked to sind , dance, and role -play for the auditioners.
Approximately 30 youth will be chosen to meet at least three times per week
to attend a variety of classes. These workshops will be geared for
(A) Performance - both live (for schools, parents, civic groups, etc ) and video
taping professional quality for the future viewers)
(B) TECHICAL SKILLS -- a crew specifically trained for the camera, sound, editin
and lighting design
(C) Cr,&! - TIVEE ARTS props, special effects, art, scenery design, script writing,
music writing
within the workshop learning experience, a script for production ,;ill be deve-
loped, mitten, cast, and rehearsed.
At the end of three months, the piece will be complete and ready for video-
taping and live performances.
Live performances will begiven in the target school, two or more local schools,
(with the approval of the principle or district personnel) and two or more civic groups.
Iris will all take place in a one month period. ,
Upon completion of theeducational video production, a tape copy will become
property of the school district and will be released by us to be circulated thruogh-
out the district to be viewed by teachers, students, PrA, advisory groups, anti -
gang instructors, etc. for educational purposes.
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The previous three objectives; A, B and C, will each be implimented according
to the following outline;
For (4)months, the children will be involved in workshops, three days a ti:eek
for (2) hour sessions.
Initially, a written notice i:ill be sent home to inform parents that an audio
visual arts educatioal program will be available at their school. An audition date
Still be set within the first week of the program after which the youth will be
selected. }leeks 2, 3, and 4 of the first month, all 4 weeks of the thud month
still be dedicated to orientation, script development, workshops to learn rxiting,
pe:r=or.- lin artistic, and technical sldlls, casting, and rehearsals The final
2 � -Bek of third nonth would be set aside for live perfor.- lances. The taping of
the shoe- onto video will be completed during the first two reeks of the fourth
month. During the last two v;eeks of the fourth month, the final video production
will be edited for final viewing by the reportoiry company. The tape will then
become property of the school district. The tape ,rill remain property of the
school district.for the continued educa use by faculty and students.
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Job Training
Phase III - This is a component whose sole purpose is to produce professional
class educational video and provide active job experience for youth. These
scripts will be developed by staff writers and the youth, but with the youth
primarily as consultants. This project will be a vocational, "On -The -Job"
workshop. Selected youth will be able to implement acquired skills while
receiving reimbursement for their services. Participants will receive comp-
ensation upon completion of their work. Production schedule will be modeled
after actual network or an independent production company's shooting format.
Production activities will procede according to a blocked out budgeted schedle
beginning with pre - production; conception, planning, script writing, musical
co-:posing, casting, choregraphy, camera direction, set decoration, costume, etc.)
to the actual shooting period, to post - production i;or ?c, (editing, music dubbin .-,
copying, distribution scor :, etc.).
F nase III Performance Standards -
1:e will produce (Create, shoot, and edit) three complete video productions in
this period.
Production I: September, October, November and December of 1987
Production II: January, February, ;rich, and April 1988
Production III: iby, June, July and /august of ,1988
Au iti.ons will begin in the second meek of the production schedule and will be
open to all youth. Youth will be chosen according to their sincere desire to
learn video production. Upon completion of the video, the youth will receive a
flat fee of $50.00 -. ollars as compensation for their efforts. Each youth will
trolly have learned a marketable skill in video production.
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Budget
Cinch Equipment
1
ti� color video camera unit 2 $-1100.0OX 2
(y2200.00)
1
Boor nicrophone C- $
(,170.00)
1
VHS Recorder/portable VCR, unit 'Q y1172.00: 3
"3516 .00 )
1
VCR Equipment cases C y128.00X2
($256.00)
1
VCR Power Pak Batter;, ` Y107.50r.2
(,215.00)
1
VCR Battery Cord ._$24.00X2
S45:00)
1
VCR video caddy 2y3 OOX2
l$72.00)
1
1800 'datt UE;I tin.- kit
($582.00)
1
Folding video cart with cola -nn and head Cy34O.00X2
(y680.00)
1
:Mini Fluid heads x$112.50 X2
225.00)
1
19inch video color monitor
:479.00)
1
V26- alt' - ^. =stem
V26- I�ir; tecur e_s/l controller)
1,6 ,995.00)
1
sound mixer
,275.00)
blank video yzaes
$732.00)
1
Fditing monitors C $295.00 X2
($590.00)
1
Lavalier :microphones - $75.00 Z 4
($300.00)
1
SEG 200 Special 21 -fects console
Total $17,335.00
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Salaries; B*t •
Executive Director- $1500.00 Per month ($15,000 salaried position for 10 months
Theatre Arts Director /Video Program Cooniinator -Full -Time $20,000 (salaried position)
40 hours per week
Musical /Audio Program Coordinator
20 hours. per week X$10 hours for 42 weeks- $8,400.00
Assistant Musician Trainer
20 hours per week X $9 00 per hour for 42 weeks $7,560 00
Compensation for 30 youths -flat stipend of $50 00 each $4,500.00
Consumerables and Supplies
Materials for sets, costumes, props. $600.00
a inch video equipment -total expense $17,335.00
Total Budget for video production classes for youths of Lynwood- $73,395.
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VIDD) FRODJCTION C1.4SSES Mji CO;S' JPTT
outh Compensation: 30 youths for three productions at 4 �5O.00 per production
_xpenditured i sa�iiout the full life of this grant a:ra?ti not to exceed $
Gterials for sets, costume, props. '600.00. Expenditures throughout the full
life of this grant ai:ard not to exceed stated amount.
Total annual budget for "AGAPE" Program throughout the full life of this grant
award not to exceed $73.39500
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STAFF JOE DESCRIPTIONS
Theatre Arts Director
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Vid Program Coordinator - Coordination of activities of the entire
project with, staff, students, parents, school officials, and co.
agencies: hold staff meetings, hire staff, monitor staff, train
staff, set up time for materials, hand -outs, equipment, films, pictures,
public information, program planning and implimentation, write scripts,
lyrics, direct rehearsals, teach acting, dance, sin, ng, technical
skills (camera work, lighting, costume, make -up, scenic designs)
direct live show, direct video shooting, edit.
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,�Tusical/Audio Program Coordinator
Coordinator of all audio related actities.for the anti -gang
video pro ^actions and the repretory company including live
and taped shorts. Also the engineering and recording of all
instruments ; (drums, guitat, bass, keyboards, ect,I including
the performing of these instruments on every production. Compose
and arrange music for all productions. Monitor all live audio
aspects of shoes and concerts. Do all audio dubbing during editing
process. Train audio assistants set up and take down all audio systems
used in line productions. Fducate participating youth in all areas
of audio development (recording; engineering, composing , performing,
ect.). Attend meeting to coordinate with video program coordinator.
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Assistant Aud and ti'i Pr am Coo?uin
Audio: Assisting the coordination of audio related activities
for the anti -gang video productions including live and taped shows;
also assistants in the engineering and recording of instruments;
(guitars, d=s, keyboards, vocal, ect.) including the perfon ing of
these instruments; to coproduce and arranGe music for productions;
to assist all audio dubbing during editing process; setting up and
takinZ down all audio systems used in live productions; to assist the
monitoriri. of all live audio aspects of shows and concerts; to help
, coordinate the participating youth in all areas of audio production
and development (reco :din„ engineering, performing, composing,ect.)
Video: AssistinS the coordination of video related activities for
the anti-gang productions; including setting up and monitoring cameras,
and lights; the setting up of props and. scenic design, costumes and make-
up; assisting the rritng of scripts, acting, dancing, singing, and
choreo„raahing, special effects and editing and to attend meeting
to coordinate projects, with both the video program coordinator and
theaudio progran coordinator.
Staff will be recruited for this program once funding is granted.
YOUTH ORGANIZED AND UNITED
FOR COMMUNITY ACTION NETWORK, INC.
A CALIFORNIA NON PROFIT CORPORATION
P.O. Box 1621
LYNWOOD, CALIFORNIA 90262
(213) 632 -3075
OUR Morro Is "YOU CAN]"
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OFFICERS
CAROLYN DRIVER FEBRUARY 24 1987
PRESIDENT ,
MARY SHATYNSKI
VICE PRESIDENT
JAMES SHATYNSKI
CHIEF FINANCIAL
OFFICER/TREASURER PROPOSAL TO ESTABLISH A YOUTH EDUCATIONAL ON- CAMPUS
WILLIAM DRIVER, SR.. LAP.D.
SECRETARY ANTI- DRUG/ANTI -GANG MEMBERSHIP PROGRAM FOR THE ENTIRE
ARMIDA AYALA
JOAQUINF BIN LYNWOOD COMMUNITY WITH THE JOINT EFFORT OF THE LYNWOOD
PUBLIC RELATIONS
BOARD OF DIRECTORS UNIFIED SCHOOL DISTRICT
BISHOP ROBERT W. MCMURRAY I
RONALD C. HAMM. M.D.
DAVID MATSUMOTO, ATTY. AT LAW
REV. LOUIS A CHASE
VICTORIASIMPSON �
ORRIN MURRAY Total b $7
ROSALAND MAINE I
CAMILO A BECERRA, ATT. AT LAW
Submitted to: Lynwood City Council
I SUBMITTED BY: CAROLYN DRIVER, PRESIDENT and LYNWOOD RESIDENT
Formerly known as: Youth Against Drugs and Gang Membership,inc.
Y UTH ORGANIZED AND UNIT
FOR COMMUNITY ACTION NETWORK, INC.
A CALIFORNIA NON PROFIT CORPORATION
P.O. Box 1621
LYNWOOD, CALIFORNIA 90262
(213)632.3075
OUR Morro Is "YOU CANT"
OFFICERS
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February 24, 19" V"
CAROLYN DRIVER
PRESIDENT I
MARY SHATYNSKI
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VICE PRESIDENT I
JAMES SHATYNSKI
Dear Lynwood City Council Members,
CHIEF FINANCIAL
OFFICER /TREASURER I
t
Thank you for giving me the opportunity to submit this proposal
J
WILLIAM DRIVER, SR., LA.P.D.
SECRETARY
to you for consideration for funding for the next fiscal year.
ARMIDA AYALA
JOAQUINF BIN
This proposal consist of an on- campus anti-drug/anti-gang pro -
PUBLIC RELATIONS
gram which is currently being funded by the Lynwood Unified
BOARD OF DIRECTORS t
School District for the very first time. However, this fund -
BISHOP ROBERT W. MCMURRAY r
RONALD C. HAMM, M.D.
will run out in June 1987 and will not receive funding from the
DAVID MATSUMOTO, ATTY. AT LAW
REV. LOUIS A. CHASE
school district due to lack of funds. We are requesting that '
VICTORIA SIMPSON
ORRIN MURRAY
the city please consider strongly the possibility of funding
ROSALAND MAINE
CAMILO A BECERRA, ATT. AT LAW
this program in part or in full to ensure the residents a
safer city in which to live. The streets of Lynwood are
plaqued with evidence of gang violence and drug trafficking.
Our young people are standing on street corners waiting for
cars to come by to buy or sell drugs. This organization believes
that if we all work together to help educate our young children
as well as adults about the dangers of drug abuse, xether it
be selling or using drugs as well as informing the public about
the dangers of gang violence, then maybe we can save some lives
of going down the wrong path. This is a very special and
unique program which we believe should be implemented in every
city across the nation. We feel if we can remove the demand
as well as the recruiting element of illegal activity, then we
are making some progress towards freeing our city of many crimes.
Thanking you in advance for your continued support.
We are looking forward to sharing space with the Sherriff Depart-
ment in the old Montgomery Ward Auto site if this is possible.
Sincerely,
Carolyn Driver, eside J
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YOUTH ORGANIZED AND UNITED
FOR COMMUNITY ACTION NETWORK, INC.
A CALIFORNIA NON PROFIT CORPORATION
P.O. Box 1621
LYNWOOD, CALIFORNIA 90262
(21 3) 632 -3075
OUR MOTTO IS "YOU CANT"
OFFICERS
CAROLYN DRIVER
PRESIDENT INTRODUCTION
MARY SHATYNSKI ��
VICE PRESIDENT The purpose of organization is to educate and prevent
JAMES SHATYNSKI youth from getting involved in criminal ac such as
CHIEF FINANCIAL
Of FICER/TREASURER J selling or using illicit drugs or gang membership.
WILLIAM DRIVER, SR. L.A P.D.
SECRETARY It is this organizations philosophy that youth need to be
ARMIDA AYALA properly educated on the dangers and consequences of gang
JOAQUIN F BIN membership and drug abuse. We believe youth need to be
PUBLIC RELATIONS guided into positive directions and offered positive altern-
BOARD OF DIRECTORS natives to negative activity.
BISHOP ROBERT W. MCMURRAY
RONALD C. HAMM, M.D. It is this organizations goal to provide the students of the
DAVID MATSUMOTO, ATTY AT LAW Lynwood Lnified School District with a complete preventive
REV. LOUIS A. CHASE
VICTORIA SIMPSON educational program on the subjects of drug abuse which
ORRIN MURRAY involves the use or selling of illicit drugs and gang member -
ROSALANDMAINE ship. We believe that the only way we can put a dent in this
CAMILOA BECERRA, ATT. AT LAW problem is to provide education in the areas of prevention,
intervention, and rehabilitation. Our foremost interest, how-
ever is early prevention.
Drug abuse is a problem that has plaqued this society for many
years, however, much attention has not been given to address this
problem until the recent deaths of two young men who had promising
careers in the sports world. These two men were lien Bias and
Don Rogers whose deaths received national attention through the
media. These two men were only in their early 20's. There are
countless others including John Belushi of Saturday Nite Live,
Richard Pryor who was tragicaaly burned while using cocaine,
and the Heroin related arrest of Culture Club's Boy George. These
are all well known famous people. Millions of people young and
old have lost their lives or have been seriously injured due to
drug abuse or gang membership. Many families have literally been
destroyed as a result of alcoholism, drug, or gang membership.
Businesses have suffered severe financial losses due to burglaries
and robberies perpetrated by drug addicts who need instant money
to support their daily drug habit. Some drug habits range from
$100.00 dollars to $3,000.00 dollars per day. Most drug addicts
are unemployed. They obtain most of their money by stealing.
They not only robbed businesses, but they burglarize schools,
churches, and private hares within the canmunity. Many lives
have been lost to gang violence. There -was an 8% increase in
cr imina l activity in Lynwood involving juveniles in 1985. There
are 40 known gangs in Lynwood to date. Our program will offer
positive alternatives to prevent this number from increasing in
Lynwood. Lynwood youth deserve safe schools, free of drugs and
gangs. Our "NO D.O.P PROGRAM" is an alternative to Crime-
(1)
YOUTH ORGANIZED and UNITED for COMMUNITY ACTION NETNORK, INC.
nARRATIVE DESCRIPTION OF PROGRAM ACTIVITY:
The schgoloutreach Anti -Drug and Anti -Gang educational program described in
objective (A) will feature original elenents in this model. Training of the
presenters for Lynwood will be done by Mrs. Carolyn Driver who worked as a
consultant for Project JADE functioning in the capacity of Program Coordinator
for JADE'S Alternative,to Gang Mesbership Program. This program was implemented
by Mrs. Driver in school year 1985 -86 in the Lynwood Unified School District.
The Alternative to Gang Membership on- campus educational program was very effeective
with the students that received the program. The Presenters selected for "Youth
Organized and United for Corrunity Action Network, Inc. " will be interviewed
by Carolyn Driver and Mary Shatynski. Both of these people have many years of
experience and knowledge in the areas of Drug Abuse, alcoholism as well as
past experience in setting up on- campus anti -drug /anti -gang educational programs
in the public school system. Carolyn Driver was also the Program Coordinator for
the Compton Unified School District for school year 1985 -1986 anti - drug /anti -gang
on- canpus educational program. Carolyn. Driver and Mary Shatynski will also be
responsible for tr ainin g all presenters and staff whp will be employed to work in
this program. All efforts will be made to hire Lynwood residents when ever possible
provided the applicants meet all of the criteria for hire. All presenters must be
in good physical health free of drug addictions such as illicit drug use, alcoholism,
or any other illegal substance. The applicant must prove if they have a history of
drug addiction that they have been rehabilitated and are no longer using or selling
illicit drugs. Last year Mary and Carolyn worked with Ex- offenders as well as
drug addicts that were rehabilitated. These presenters proved to be a valuable asset
to our program with Project JADE. The Ex- offenders and Reformed drug addict was able
to share with the students first hand knowledge of their personal experiences with
drugs and the legal system. They were able through their presentations convince
students that getting involved with drugs or gangs was no fun thing. They all
paid a dear price for their illegal activities.
There will be two categories for hiring presentaters for this special program.
The First Category: The applicant will have a history and strong background of
knowledge in the field of Drug Abuse and Gang Membership. This person does not
have to have a history of being a user of drugs or have been involved with gangs,
but have worked in a program such as this one being proposed and have references
that can be inquired about. This person must have a special interest in this
area and have a desire to work closely with children without prejudices or biase.
They must have a personality that is conducive to getting along well with others.
This person must be able to work in a teamlike envi.rcment. This person must be
able to handle the topics of Drug abuse, alcoholism, and gang membership with
carpassion and sensitivity. College students may apply to work in this program.
Second category: If the applicant has had personal experiences with "Drug usage or
Gang Membership but has been rehabilitated by enrolling in a college or vocational
school to better themselves so they can show other youths that using drugs and
being involved in gangs is a waste of ones life. This person must submit three
letters of verification of past employers, school instructors, rehabilitation
counselors, clergy, etc. for the past 12 months. This letter must state that
the applicant is stable and is "FREE OF DRUG USE OR IPIVOLVIIV= OF ANY KIND ".
THE APPLICANT MUST ALSO SHOW PROOF THAT HE /SHE IS FREE FROM GANG MEMBERSHIP
by showing proof of steady employment from a current or previous employer going
back 12 months. No one will be allowed to work in this program that is addicted
to drugs or is involved with gang membership. We are looking for Positive Role
Models.
(2) �-
Program Narrative Continued
As mentioned earlier in the first category, college students may apply to work in
this program. Following is how college students will be utilized. Students
in a two year or four year college will be involved in what is ]mown as our
COLLDSE IN= PROGRAM." Students who are studying to became professional school
teachers will be encrouraged to apply in their education department on their campuses.
The student that would be recruited for this special program will be majoring in
Education, Social Sciences, or the Humanities. For those who need certification
of hours in the classroom, it might be possible to earn on -site tr ainin g as a
presenter for one or two semesters. These would be voluntary positions which would
help the student meet their State Fequirement for classroom teaching experience.
The student teacher would have the option of writing their own lesson plans and
teaching them to the students or use the lesson plans that have already been written
for classroom presentation. The students will be recruited from nearby colleges
such as Ccanpton Junior College in Campton, California or California State University
Doninquez Hills in Carson California. The student will be in the classroom a
minimum of 15 to 20 hours per week. The goal of this component is to assist the
student teacher with the necessary classroom hours that can be applied toward their
teaching credentialwhich will give the student hands -on experience. It will
also serve the purpose of helping the student teacher network with in the school
district in terms of greeting principals while on the school site that may need
teachers at a particular school for the next school year. The principal will have
the opportunity to greet these new prospective teachers early in their careers and
may be able to utitlize their new skills while the student is on campus. This
student teacher will also have to go through the same training to be a classroom
presenter just as other presenters. The program coordinator will work closely
with the individual school districts credential officer to assist the students
who are interested in ob tainin g earned hours needed to meet their requirements
for their California teaching credential. Each student will be screened by a
panel of not less than two people. The student will be given an oral interview
before final selection is grade. The student will sutmi.t a resume' along with all
college transcripts of work attempted, and at least (2) letters of recarmendation
from faculty, school administrators, professors, etc. i.e people who have first
hand knowledge of this students ability, integrity, and morality of character.
The student'selected for this special program will be involved in the "Internship
Program" for one full semester or quarter, which ever is applicable to the student.
Students would also be able to receive on the Job work experience, amd receive college
credit if the college permits it. Our AIM is to attract upward bound students that
can benefit from this unique program. The students will be trained and supervised very)
closely by the Program Coordinator and Master Teacher in the assigned classroom. f
Each student teacher will be taught hog to teach a nine (9) week Anti- Drug /Anti -Gang
curriculum for the Lynwood Unified School Dsitrict.
The nine week curriculum will consist of the following topics: Introduction to the
program, Impact of Drugs on the family, Gangs and Criminal activity,How graffitti
effects your enm=ity, How to handle peer pressure in school, Hog to say "NO"
to Drugs, The police's role in dealing with drugs and gangs, Positive alternatives
to using drugs and joining gangs, improving self- esteem, How to feel good about
yourself, and Gangs claiming their so- called turf.
The Proposed tigpe frame involves an academic school year from September to June.
School year -1988. The months of July and August would be used to set up the
program to begin in Fall 1988. The program is designed to begin full operation
by the start of the school year. Modifications will have to be made if the program
starts later than the month of September.
All presenters will be trained and monitored. (3)
Y0IO ORGANIZED AND UNITED FOR WN4= ACTION NEV7ORK, INC.
PROPOSAL FOR ON- CAMPUS ANTI- DRUG /ANTI - GAANG PROGRAM
FOR LYNWOOD UNIFIED SCHOOL DISTRICT PUBLIC SCHOOLS
GRADES 3 -12
THIS IS A DRUG AND GANG PREVENTION EDUCATIONAL PROGRAM
NAME OF PROGRAM- "NO D.O.P.E. PROGRAM_
(A) OBJECTIVE: To teach young children how to say "NO" to peer pressure when offered
to sell or take drugs, or'gang membership. The students will receive an on- campus
classroom instruction for nine (9) weeks on the dangers of Gang membership and Drugs.
This organization will focus on the PREVENTION aspett of Drug Abuse and Ganq Membership.
The Drug education program will be referred to as "NO D.O.P.E.'. which stands for
NAATIONAL ORGANIZATION FOR DRUG OUTREACH, PREVENTION, AND EDUCATION.
Below is a description of the Anti -Drug, Anti -Gang Program which will be implemented
in the public schools in Los Angeles County.
PROGRAM DESIGN
PROGRAM OBJECTIVE- To discourage youth from joining a gang or using or selling illicit
drugs.
GOALS: To educate over 5,000 students who have the potential for joining gangs and
teach them the hazards of using drugs and the consequences of cr imina l activity. Our
aim is to also reach the family unit by providing curriculum materials for parents at
local school PTA's and carmzdty watch block clubs, churches, and other recreational °
or civic agencies.
PROGRAM ACTIVITIES: '
OOPM4UNITY INVOLVRMIMU- Co munity neetings will be conducted in the Lynwood area as well
as near by surrounding cities that are impacted with gang activity. We will work
closely with local police departments in hopes to inform the entire ccmri ty on this
ever increasing problem in the Lynwood co munity. Parents of Pre -teens youths will
also be educated on the signs and dangers of gang embership. Parents will be given
resources and information relating to preventing their children from using drugs
and joining gangs. Parent groups will be held to allow for sharing mutual concerns.
TEACHING METHODS- Materials - Audio-visual materials will be used to illustrate and
encourage discussions of importance of the topic presented. Topics to be discussed
are listed below:
(1) IMPACT OF DRUGS ON THE FAMILY
(2) GANGS AND CRIMINAL ACTIVITY
(3) HOW GRAFFITTI EFFECTS YOUR CU44UNITY
(4) HCW TO HANDLE PEER PRESSURE IN SCHOOL
(5) HOW TO SAY-NO TO DRUGS
(6) THE POLICE'S ROLE IN DEALING WITH DRUGS AND GANG MEMBERSHIP
(7) POSITIVE ALTERNATIVES TO USING DRUGS AND JOINING GANGS
(E) IMPROVINC SELF- ES'IT;FM, Hod TO FEEL GOOD ABOUT YOURSELF
(9) GANGS CLAIMING THEIR SO--CALLED TURF (TERRITORY)
Students will be given positive alternatives within their canmuiity such as recreational
programs at local city parks, libraries, churchs, as well as social and civic
organizations. Canraniity meetings will be held in both Spanish and English when
possible.
SCHOOL PROGRAM - NO.DOPE PROGRAM ON CAMPUS
This ccnponent. consists of an Anti -Drug and Anti -Gang educational program for 3rd,
4th, 5th, and 6th grade students conducted in a minimum of (9) selected elementary
schools which will be divided between first and second semesters of a (9) month school
year. (4)
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The 3rd and 4th grades will receive the Anti- Drug /Gang program curriculum during the
first semester, and the 5th and 6th grade students will recive the curriculum during
the second semester. Expansion of the program to the Junior High level will. include
the 7th and 8th grades whereby the 7th grade students will receive the program in the
first school semester. The 8th grade students will receive the program in the second
semester. The program will also be delivered at the 10th thru 12 grade levels, but will
be done in the form of a cc m ziity forum or a school assembly.
Our school curriculum is designed to teach youths about the negative aspects of gang
activity while seeking to offer existing alternatives within the community.
(A) To conduct a minimum of 60 Anti- Drug /Anti -Gang Membership programs specifically
designed for classroan presentations involving a minimum of (9) one hour sessions
per session cycle for a minimum of 590 fifth and an additional 400 for the third and
fourth graders. one Junior High school will be serviced by delivering the program to 500
seventh grade (health) students and an additional 500 at the eighth grade level in
assemblies.
(B) Listed below are the elementary schools that will be targeted for the next school
year in Lynwood:
(1) Lugo Elementary .
(2) Washington Elementary
(3) Roosevelt Elementary
(4) Will Rogers Elementary
(5) Lincoln Elementary
(6) Wilson Elementary
(7) Mark Twain Elementary
(8) Janie P. Abbott Elementary
(9) Lindbergh Elementary
Junior High School One only
Hosier Junior High School (1)
(C) LMDOD HIGH SCHOOL- Bullis Rd (1 only
To serve a minimum of 500 10th graders at the high school level in the form of assemblies i
or forums. Also 500 eleventh (11)grades and 500 twelveth (12th) graders will receive
forums or assemblies.
(D) To conduct a minimum of 12 Parent Effectiveness Education discussion groups
of 6 -8 persons, in one hour long sessions per group, at schools and canmmity sites
listed in objectives A,B, and C above. At least 150 persons, particulary parents ,
will be involved in these meetings.
(E) To conduct 20 community as,rareness seminars, from one (1) to three (3) hours in
length for at least 300 additional youth and adults. Topics presented will be
specifically related to the prevention of drug use (selling or using), also discussed
will be anti -gang membership and crime prevention. A minimum of 150 school age youth and
150 adults will participate in these meetings.
To serve a minimum of 3,650 youth and adults in the acheivement objectives (A) thru (E)
above.
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All presenters will be evaluated by the master teacher of their assigned
classrooms. Students teachers will also be evaluated by the program coordinator
as well as their master teachers. All evaluations will be maintained at the
office of the center.
Each student who receives the Anti- Drug /Anti -Gang Program will be given a Pre and
Post questionaire. This is at the elementary level only. The questionaire
consist of (10) ten simple short questions. The purpose of this questionaire
is to find out if the students attitude changed about drugs or gang membership
after hearing the presentations.. The Pre and Post questions are the same. At
the 'first presentation, the students will be asked to carplete the questionaire
before ,the presentation is given. This is done so the students won't be influenced
by prejudice or bias opinions of the presenter. After the questionaires are
conpleted by the students, the presenter immediately collects then before the first
lesson is taught. After the (9) u r-- k sessions are completed, the same presenter
will administer the post questionaire and will collect them prior to leaving the
classroom. The presenter will bring the questionaires back to the administration
office for tallying and computation of results. After all data is gathered from
all schools and the computations are ccrripleted it is at this time that we cone
to a conclusion on how effective the program was.
Listed below is a sample of the Pre and Post questionaire.
ANTI- DRUG /ANTI -GANG QUESTIONAIRE (SURVEY)
CIRCLE ONE ANS M ONLY: YES OR NO
(1) Do you'think joining a gang is bad? Yes No
(2) Would you take drugs? Yes No
(3) Would you join a gang? Yes NO
(4) Wbuld you sell drugs? Yes No
(5) Would you write graffitti on your neighborhood walls? Yes No
(6) hbuld you write graffitti on your own parents home or walls? Yes No
(7) Do you think being in a gang is fun? Yes No
(8) Have you learned how to say "NO" if you are asked to join a gang? Yes No
(9) Have you learned how to say "NO" if you are asked to use drugs or sell Yes NO
(10) What "WORD" would you say if asked to join a gang or use drugs? Yes No
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STAFFING and Qualifications
One Executive Direct, full time, twelve months: •
Responsibilities: overall planning, direction, coordination, management and
supervision of the program; liaison with community agencies and organization;
management�of fiscal affairs; interpretation of policies and procedures to
the community; staffing board committees; supervision of program coordinators.
Qualifications: Minimum Bachelor's Degree in human services or the social sciences
field from'an accredited four year college or university. Minimum of three years
of experience in poogram supervision and management. Have knowledge of substance
abuse such'as drugs and alcohol. Courses in education and social work is very
helpful. (Carolyn Driver) see attached resume
One Ero gram Coordinator, full time, twelve months
Minimum Bachelor's Degree from (4) year college or University (B.A. degree)
Will provide Anti-Drug/gang training to applicants selected to be presenters.
Set -up educational programs at all campuses that will receive the Anti-drag/gang
program. Present program to schools and the community, establish information
and referral procedures with community agencies, identify resources, attend
staff meetings, coordinate program activities with local police department
gang details, conduct parent education workshops, forums, assemblies, develop
curriculum for on- campus anti-drug/gang program, hold staff meetings for
presenters,, monitor classroom performances of presenters, program planning
and implementation, evaluations and follow -up reports. Some clerical.
Classroom presenter instructor: (5) needed
Minimum 2 years of college (AA Degree) from an accredited two year college
or one (1) year of experience in the field of substance abuse or actual classroom
experience as a presenter may be substituted for one year of college. Must
have at least a High School Diploma or GED.
This position requires an individual who have aquired professional training in
the areas of Substance abuse and Gang activities. The individual may have life
experiences that can be used in teaching about the dangers of drug abuse and
gang membership. However, the applicant does not have to come from this kind
of environment to work in this program. The individual should have some knowledge
of cultural, and economic backgrounds of this community. The individual should
know of community agencies in this target area and what their services are.
Public speaking experience is an asset to this program. The presenter must
give presentations to church groups, school students and faculty, civic
organizations, businesses, medical centers, etc. It is very important
that the individual be very articulate.
Duties: The presenter will be responsible for providing on- campus educational
materials to students at the elementary, junior high, and high school levels,
as well as in the community. Topics covered will be Substance Abuse and gang
membership.
Dawnjell Mebane is a former Presenter from Project JADE's Alternatives to
Drug and Gang Membership Program. She was trained by Carolyn Driver who was
the program coordinator for Project JADE. Gerald Benn, also is a former
presenter from Project JADE's Alternatives prom and was also trained by
Carolyn Driver. Mr. Benn is also a reformed drug and gang member, He was
a great asset to JADE's program as he was able to share real life experiences
about his drug use and gang violence with the students and was indeed able to
convince students that drugs and gang membership is very dangerous.
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Staffing continue -
(1) Program Operatio nager/Chief Financial Office$pController
QUALIFICATIONS: M.B.A. minimum (Master of Business Administration
Responsible for cash management and analysis, will handle all financial statements,
budgets, taxes, payroll, handles all expenses and assets, inventory, personnel
administration policies and procedures, audits for program, statistical data
reporting. N years of experience as an accountant financial officer
(1) Video Production Technician;
Qualifications: Minimum B.A. Degree from an accredited college or University
Responsible for writing, creating, editing, and teaching students how to develop
a music video or drama. Will provide supervision and training to other key staff
and students in developing educational video materials to be presented to the students
and the community once completed. These videos will be used in schools as well as
in the community for educational purposes. (3) years of experience.
(1) Full- time
QUALIFICATIONS- Graduation from high school - Professional training in secretarial
skills. Three years of clerical experience. Good writing, typing, and spelling
skills a must.
Duties: Initiates and answers telephone calls, makes appointments, furnishes desired
information and assistance, refers caller to proper authority, handles confidential
matters by phone or in writing, types reports, memoranda either independent or
from rough drafts or oral instructions, makes arrangements by letter or telephone
for meetings or conferences; cuts stencils; maintains files and records; compiles
information and prepares reports; performs other related work that may be assigned;
learns rules, regulations, laws and policies and applies them with good Judgment
in a variety of situations.
Will recruit for this position once funded.
No one will be discriminated against because of race, color, creed, national origin,
or religious preference, age, gender,etc. All applicants will be given the same
consideration for employment based on education, experience, and other qualifications
Each applicant will be interviewed by the Executive Director or other assigned
staff If the'applicant meets the criteria for employment the applicant will be
offered the position for which the person has made application. Applications will
be maintained in the personnel files at the main office of records.
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YOUTH ORGANIZED and UNITED for COMMUNITY ACTION NETWORK, INC.
CONTRACTOR RESPONSOILITIFS: •
A. Contractor shall furnish services to students, teachers, school administrators
in accordance with program set forth in this statement of work.
B. Contractor shall maintain appropriate records documenting program activities,
submitting such forms and data as required by the Lynwood Unified School
District.'
C. Contractor shall submit a monthly report of adult and youth participants
served by the program, detailing number served by school and neighborhood,
characteristics, and services provided.
D. Contractor will cooperate with school district in regards to fiscal monitoring
and on -site visits or evaluation reports.
E. All reports, invoices, and documents shall be submitted by contractor in the
format requested by the Lynwood Unified School District.
F Contractor shall submit final reports required by the Lynwood Unified School
District at the completion of the program.
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YOUTH 0FUANIZED.&M UNITED FOR COMMUNITY ACTION.01W RK, INC.
STAFF - PERSONNEL- SALARIES
I PERSONNEL COST- ADMINISTRATIVE SALARIES :
One (1) Executive Director - To oversee the full operation of all program activities.
To administer, develop, plan, implement policies and procedures. Write proposals
and grants. Develop procedure manual for program operations. Attend meetings
as they relate to the program and organization. Write and submit reports as
wired. Identify resources for fund rasing as well as identify resources to
meet the needs of the camuiity.
SALARY: 12 nos. $25 ,000.00 per annum ( Full -Time) Salaried
One (1) Secretary- Full time- 40 hours per week
Typing, filing, answer telephone, attend meetings, write reports, record keeping,
office management.
Salary:$. 900_.00 per month X12 ($:10,800.00) Annually
One (1) OPERATIONS MANAGER/PROGRAM EVALUATOR
Accountant /Auditor /Bookeeper. Write evaluation reports, conducts audits for program,
catrpile statistics reports, Writes reports to grantors
` $7,680.00 per year (Part -Time ) 32 hours per month @ $20.00 per hour
II. CONSULTANT AND CONTRACT SERVICES:
A. Program service Provider Consultant- (1) Full -time Anti -Drug /Anti -Gang Program
Coordinator- SET -Up PHASE- Identify resources; coordinate with police dept/ .
Gang details, attend community meetings in the ccm=ity. Schools, and council
meetings; attend staff meetings, develop and prepare curriculum for presentation.
DIRECT SERVICE Present programs to schools and community; Programs include the
on- carpus educational Anti- Drug /Anti -Gang Curriculum from grades 3 thru 12.
Elementary grades will receive (9) hours); Parent education discussion groups
(2 -4 hours; and commmity meetings /forums (1- 2hours). Coordinating Activities
Set -Up Time Materials), Coordination of programs, hold staff mee ting for presenters,
train presenters, program pl annin g and implementation, evaluation and follow -up
reports.
Salary: $3.2;000.00 for 10 mos. per annum (Salaried position) $1200. 00 Per month
B. ADDITIONAL SUPPORTIVE SERVICES - Part -time
Provide up to 'S Anti -Drug Anti. -Gang Associate presenters per service objectives.
Direct Servic - Presenter of Anti- Drug / Anti -Gang prog in the schools; cammmity
programs for youths and adults at local churches, bl0ck clubs, civic organizations,
libraries, local recreation centers, performs evaluations and follow- up
Canpensation: $6.00 per hour X 20hrs equal $5.040.0Ooer year X.3 presenters.
Expenditures throughout the life of this grant award not to exceed $15,120.00 dollars.
TOTAL $70,600.00
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CONSUMABLE SUPPLTES • •
1. Maintenance Supplies- Janitorial supplies, soaps, cloths, wax, polish, mops,
Pails, brown; etc. ($100.00)
2. office Supplies : Pens, pencils, erasers, paper lined and unlines, paper
clips, staplers, typing paper, liquid paper, construction paper, etc.
($150.00)
3. One (1) Electric typewriter - $300.00
4. Postage- $100.00 per month ($1200.00 per year.)
5. Video tapes @ $5.99 each X12 $71.88 year
6. install (1) Telephone with 1 single line ($59.O0installation) $25.00 per month
phone bill X12 (Total $325..00)
7. L�d te roajSesia15600.00 per year.
S. Rental of Space- $200.00 per month($2400.00 per year)
9. Utilities, Gas, Lights, Plater, $150.00 per month X12(total $1,800.00 yr.)
If program is housed within the school district, this can be absorbed by district.
10. u' pment
2 desks at 75.00 each (total $150.00)
4 chairs at $50.00 each (total $200.00)
1 duplicating machine $400.00 table top (Total $750.00)
Total budget for Consunerables and Equipment
$7,696.88
Total Proposal Budget
$70,600.00 (salaries)
7,696.88 (Supplies)
$78,296.88 total budget
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® Compton Office
401 E. Compton Boulevard
Compton, CA 90221
(213) 638 -6194
❑ Norwalk Office
11550 Rosecrans Avenue
Norwalk, CA 90650
(213 864-9935
February 25, 1987
Mr. Wayne McMahan
City of Lynwood
City Hall
11330 Bullis Road
Lynwood, CA 90262
Dear Mr. McMahan:
Pursuant to your conversation of February 20, 1987, with
Mary Lou Czerner, I am enclosing a proposal applying for funding
through the City of Lynwood's Community Development Block Grant
Fund. Please let me know if any other information is necessary.
I look forward to hearing from you on this proposal.
Very truly yours,
JULIUS CRAIG 'WHL�SON
Directing Attorney
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APPLICATION FOR CITY OF LYNWOOD COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT
BLOCK GRANT FUNDS
I. STATEMENT OF NEED
The best efforts of Community Legal Services still falls
short of meeting the actual need for legal services. Applying
estimates of the American Bar Association concerning legal needs
to the staffing and caseload capacities of Community Legal
Services, we estimate that, for every person served by Legal
Services, three other poor persons experience legal problems
that go unattended.
The agency addresses the legal problems of the poor and
elderly by insuring that they have access to our legal system,
that statutory schemes operate as the legislature intended, and
that beneficiaries of government programs receive all to which
they are entitled.
II. PROPOSAL
The Compton office of Community Legal Services proposes
to open an office in the City of Lynwood to provide outreach
legal services to those persons who for reasons of distance,
disability,'or lack of transportation cannot come into the
Compton office. Currently residents of Lynwood are served by
the Compton Office and must compete with residents from over 10
cities to receive legal assistance. These cities include
Carson, Compton, Cudahy, Huntington Park, Maywood, Southgate,
Walnut Park, East,Compton, West Compton, and Willowbrook. Based
on the 1980 census there are approximately 104,155 persons
residing in these cities and in the city of Lynwood who are
potentially eligible to receive legal services (persons with
incomes falling below 1258 of the poverty threshold).
The services to be provided include eligibility
screening, information and referral, advice and counseling, and
negotiation and representation in litigation. Substantive areas
in which legal assistance will be provided include domestic
violence, child custody, evictions, SSI, for the elderly and
disabled, unemployment benefits, amnesty applications under the
new immigration law, and many other problems. These services
are currently being provided to Lynwood residents out of the
Compton office as discussed above.
In order to be eligible to receive legal assistance the
applicant's income must fall below 125% of the poverty threshold
-- for instance a family of four may not have a weekly income
that exceeds $264.00.. Senior citizens over the age of 60 are
also eligible for services regardless of their income.
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Those cases not accepted for representation will be given
referrals to private attorneys through Legal Aid's Lawyer
Referral Service or appropriate social service agencies or will
be supplied with an information packet laying out step by step
the action needed to be taken.
The following case summaries illustrate the kinds of
problems which have been handled by Legal Aid. Irrelevant
particulars have been changed so as to preserve confidentiality.
CASE HISTORY 1
The client is a senior citizen. Her income comes from
Social Security and General Relief. She owns her own home but
her house payments are only $45.00 per month. She was admitted
as an emergency patient to a local hospital. Since her own
doctor was out of town she was treated by staff physicians. On
the assumption that she had medical insurance coverage she was
subjected to a barrage of tests; the client felt so strongly
that she was being given unnecessary tests, she began to refuse
further testing. She was discharged after a week still
exhibiting the same symptoms which caused her admission in the
first place. She went to her own doctor who cleared up her
problems within a couple of days.
The client came into the office with a lawsuit filed by a
collection agency. By the time the insurance carrier had denied
coverage it was too late for her to seek Medi -Cal coverage.
Because of her limited income she was unable to make payments.
If the lawsuit had gone by default the client would have risked
losing her home to an execution sale. We tried to settle the
case with some money the client had borrowed from her children.
The collection agency refused to settle because they wanted to
get a lien against her home. We represented her at trial and
won, thereby preventing the loss of the client's home.
CASE HISTORY 2
The client is a veteran confined to a wheelchair. He
entered into negotiations with a real estate agent for the
purchase of a home. The agent was given very detailed
instructions on what was required such as wide doors, a bathroom
large enough to maneuver a wheelchair, etc. The agent selected
a house which the client was unable to inspect because he was
bedridden., When the client tried to back out of the deal he was
informed he would have to pay approximately $1,000.00 in order
to withdraw from escrow. After negotiation between Legal Aid
and the owner of the real estate agency the clieht was allowed
to withdraw from escrow for approximately $250.00 which
represented costs of processing loan papers, etc. The client
was advised that he could possibly get a better settlement but
he was satisfied with the results.
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CASE HISTORY 3
The client is a middle -aged female. She came into the
office because she was notified that her Supplemental Security
Income would be terminated. The client has a history of mental
disorder. Although she is able to function in a controlled
environment', she is incapable of functioning in a normal work
environment. Without government benefits she would have been
evicted from her board and care home due to lack of income.
Legal Aid represented her at the Fair Hearing and she obtained a
favorable decision allowing her to remain on S.S.I.
The services described above may be provided as outlined
in Model Aior Model B below.
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MODEL A
Model A provides for staffing the Lynwood Outreach office
with a full -time paralegal, one part -time attorney, and a
part -time receptionist /legal secretary.
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In this model the Lynwood office will be open Monday
through Friday from 9:00 a.m, to 5:00 p.m. Persons requesting
assistance will be given the next available appointment; persons
with emergencies will be seen immediately as walk -ins.
The!cost of the attorney time and a portion of the
part -time receptionist /legal secretary will be absorbed by the
Compton office.
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C MODEL B
Model B provides for staffing the Lynwood Outreach office
with a part -time paralegal, a quarter -time attorney, and
secretarial support provided by the Compton Office.
As in the above model, the cost of the attorney time and
a portion of the part -time receptionist /legal secretary will be
absorbed by the Compton office.
In this model the Lynwood office will be open three days
a week from 9:00 a.m, to 5:00 p.m. Persons requesting
assistancelwill be given the next available appointment; persons
with emergencies will be seen immediately in the Compton office
or the Lynwood Outreach office.
III. AGENCY HISTORY
The Legal Aid Society of Orange County was awarded the
grant in 1984 by the Legal Services Corporation to administer
Community Legal Services. Community Legal Services provides
legal services to residents of southeast Los Angeles County
unable to afford an attorney in.civil matters, without a fee.
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The Legal Aid Society of Orange County is a non - profit
Corporation which has been in existence since 1958. The Society
receives funding from the Legal Services Corporation, the State
Bar of California Trust Fund Program, Title III of the Older
Americans Act, and local cities.
Overall the Society serves over 13,000 poor people
annually through its offices located in the cities of Anaheim,
Compton, Norwalk, Huntington Beach and Santa Ana.
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MODEL A MODEL B
PERSONNEL:
Administration Donated Donated
Attorne/ Donated Donated
Paralegal $19,870 $11,9 21
Receptionist /Legal Secretary $12,00( $5,55,3
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Total Salaries $31,570 $17,504 -
Fringe Benefits $7,308 $4,288
TOTAL PERSONNEL $39,678 $21,792
NON- PEFSONNEI_'
Space
$6,OO)
$6,00(:)
Office Equipment
$800
$so()
Office Supplies
$3,200
$1,200
Telephone
$3,600
$1,500
Travel
$900
$500
Library
$3
Insurance
$3, 500
$3,500
Litigation
$800
$6c :)i)
Other
$1,20)
$6
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$23,000
$14,70(.)
GRAND TOTAL
$62,678
$36,492
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Mr. Wayne McMahn,
Acting Housing Community Coordinator
11330 Bullis Road
Lynwoodl, CA 90262
Dear Mrs. McMahn.
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Pursuant to the meeting on February 4, regarding the allocation
for Community Development Black Grant (CDBG) funds for fiscal
year 87 =88, please find attached a revision of the proposal
entitled, Los Angeles County Youth Advancement Program.
If I can be further assistance, please do not hesitate to
telephone or write me.
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Thank you in advance for your attention regarding this matter.
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Ken Swift
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PROPOSAL:
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LOS ANGELES COUNTY YOUTH ADVANCEMENT PROGRAM:
A NEED TO HAVE THEIR ENERGIES CHANNELED
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Director
Name: Kent Swift
SS #: 557 -35 -8401
Phone: (21'3) 631 -8266
Address: 11110 Harris Avenue
Lynwood, CA
ORGANIZATION
Youth /Community Resource Center
DIRECT COST REOUEST
For first 10 months = $ 98,500
For entire proposed period (3 years) = $450,000
POSSIBLE PERFORMANCE SITES
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I. Vacant Thrifty Building
1804 Century Boulevard (corner of Century Boulevard / Bullis Road)
2. Vacant Montgomery Ward - Automotive Department
3100 East Imperial Highway (one block West of Long Beach Boulevard)
3. Vacant Jewel -T Market
12305 Atlantic Avenue (corner of Carlin and Atlantic Avenue)
• SCIENTIFIC CONSULTANTS •
1. Lewis M. King, Ph.D.
Dean of RIesearch — Charles R. Drew Postgraduate Medical School
Dr. King has to his credit 14 years of research experience in family,
child and adolescent development. Dr. King has also studied and published
widely on substance use and abuse among minority populations for the past
16 years.
2. Donna T. Davis, Ph.D.
Professor of Psychiatry — Charles R. Drew Postgraduate Medical School
Dr. Davisi has studied extensively in the areas of family life and culture
as well a's infant and child development. Dr. Davis currently, aside from
her professorship and other obligations, coordinates an infant and child
developmeI t center at Locke Senior High School in Los Angeles.
3. Hector Myers, Ph.D.
Senior Scholar — UCLA
Professorjof Psychiatry
Dr. Myersi study includes research on both family life and health issues
impacting) minority populations. Aside from his array of duties, Dr. Myers
is currently the co— director of the Mental Health and Training Program at
UCLA. j
4. Boyd James, Ph.D.
Senior Research Associate — Fanon Research and Development Center, Charles
R. Drew Pistgraduate Medical School
Dr. James IIs a historian, who has studied and published widely on the
effects o race and class on Blacks, poor and middle class populations.
He is a graduate of UCLA and has taught at some of the major universities
in Southern California. He was recently elected by his peers
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to be a keynote speaker at a conference on "Intentional Injury and
Violence," sponsored by the Department of Emergency Medicine at Martin
Luther King, Jr. General Hospital and the Department of Psychiatry at
Augustus F. Hawkins Mental Health Center. He serves the Fanon Research
Center in' the capacity of editor and researcher on the Center's proposed
publications in violence, stress and depression among Blacks.
Anita De Frantz, Ph.D.
Professor! of Education — San Francisco State University
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Dr. De Frantz is currently a professor of Education in the Doctorate
Program at the University of San Francisco. She has to her credit, very
indepth research in Special Education, Child Growth and Development and
Social /Psychology. Dr. De Frantz recently chaired a committee for the
presidentiof the University of San Francisco which made recommendations to
the university regarding financial aid needs of incoming college
students.1 Her recommendations were willingly and widely accepted.
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( INTRODUCTION
According to!the 1980 Census, over two million children under 18 years of age
lived in Los!Angeles, with boys comprising nearly 51 percent and girls 49
percent. Jointly, these young people accounted for 27 percent of the total
population, which is close to 7.5 million people (see Table IA, 1B and
Addendum).
Of the many problems confronting these young individuals, the most pressing
was by far substance use and abuse and personal violence. In fact, the rate
of drug use i U.S. public school is the highest of all industrialized nations
(National Ins i titute on Drug Abuse, 1982, p. 14).
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education (dropout rate), teenage pregnancy, gang activity and violence and
intentional injury.
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PURPOSE
The primary purpose of the proposal is to identify methods of and preventing
social, interpersonal and physical obstacles to the healthy development of
children, youth and families in the Lynwood community from all ethnic
backgrounds.
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GT = Grand Total of School Population -- 13,065
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POPULATION
Grade
No. of Students
* %
% of G.T.
K
1
1,317
15.90
10.08
1
1,244
15.02
9.52
2
1,159
14.00
8.87
3
1,153
13.92
8.83
4
1,194
14.42
9.14
5 .
1,132
13.67
8.66
6
1.082
13.07
8.28
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8,281
100%
7
974
54.97
7.45
8
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45.03
6.11
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TOTAL
1,722
100%
9
849
28.19
6.50
10
918
30.48
7.03
11
730
24.24
5.59
12
515
17.10
3.94
TOTAL
3,012
100%
100%
GRAND TOTAL
SCHOOL
POPULATION
13,065
*Percentage in the total K -6, 7 -8 and 9 -12
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• AGE DISTRIBUTION •
Under 4 ,(Pre— School)
5 — 9 (Elementary)
10 — 14 (Elementary /Jr. High)
15 — 19 !(High School)
20 — 24 r (Adults)
25 — 29 ((Adults)
30 — 34 (Adults)
35 — 39 ((Adults)
45 — 54 (Adults)
55 — 59 (Adults)
60 — 64 (Adults)
65 — 74 (Adults)
75 — 841(Adults)
85+ (Adults)
TOTAL
Persons
6036
5466
4921
4450
4639
4927
4292
5049
3339
1692
1382
2058
908
252
49,411
12.22
11.06
9.96
9.01
9.39
9.97
8.69
10.22
6.76
3.42
2.80
4.17
1.84
0. 51
100%
According tolthe 1980 Census count, there exist a population count of 49,328
people in the city of Lynwood. Of that total, 23,975 are male and 25,353 are
female. i
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ETHNIC BREAKDOWN
(Abstracted
from 1980 Census
Report)
Black
17,234
34.94%
1 Hispanic
21,233
43.04%
Indian
i
383
0.78%
'Eskimo
14
0.03%
'Japanese
34
I
0.07%
C hinese
107
0,22%
— Filipino
119
0.24%
Korean
22
0.04%
sian Indian
11
0.02%
V ietnamese
8
0.02%
Hawaiian
12
0.02%
( Guamanian
34
0.07%
S omoan
441
0.89%
Caucasian
9.676
19,62
TOTAL
1
49,328
100%
Male
23,975
48.60
1
i Female
25,353
51.40
TOTAL ;,
100%
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• GOALS •
The goals ofithis program will be to respond to the emerging needs of the
youth and their families in our community, needs which arise, in part, due to
changing demographics, socioeconomic decay, environmental and institutional
changes. The goals are as follows:
Identify and train parents, youth, school officials (teachers), etc., in
Early Detection /Prevention of substance'use and abuse, physical /mental
i
health illnesses and behavioral problems.
Intervention would serve the purpose of providing youth and community
persons Iwith a headquarter based in the community to offer advise to
individuals needing assistance. This phase of the goals, will also make
the necessary referrals to area Human Resource agencies in order to meet
the perIon(s) health care needs.
Evaluation
Referred or counseled individuals will be monitored to make sure their
needs or treatment /assistance have been met. Monitoring will also serve
the purpose of evaluation, effective management and utilization of funds.
SIGNIFICANCE
One of the most significant elements of this proposal will be to eradicate or
drastically r, educe our Youth's Dependency on Drugs the problem of substance
use and /or abuse among our youth has reached epidemic proportions. In fact,
the results of an area research institution study on adolescent drug
involvement ias alarming.
1 Research study performed at the Fanon Research and Development Center in
Los Angeles,1 in conjunction with both Martin Luther King, Jr. General Hospital
and Augustus) F. Hawkins Mental Health Center, 1986.
According to the findings, 4,439 individuals under the age of 18, entered
Martin Luther;King, Jr. General Hospital for negative reactions to
drugs. Of th ±at total 2,327 for alcohol 520 for cocaine 537 for
One significant factor , of this proposal will be early identification and
training of individuals in the awareness of substance use and abuse among
youth. Early, detection and identification is important because of the broad
implications which are evident in crises such as teenage suicide, junior and
senior high school dropout as well as drug addiction.
i
Another impor',tant element of significance to this project is intervention
which will alflow trained individuals to aid and assist youth in the early
stages of the'ir crisis. This process of intervention will result in immediate
help for the 'youth before the problem becomes, not only a threat to the
youth's health, but to the stability of the community.
,
Also significant to this proposal is the concept on evaluation for the
purpose of monitoring This will be carried out by the employees of the
youth center as a continuation to the intervention (and referral) process,
workers at the center will keep up -to -date contact with area agencies
regarding the youth's status. A community Board of Directors will also be
needed.
The program will also provide the following alternatives:
I
Career.
Youth will be placed in an one -on -one situation with a career counselor,
who will, have obtained necessary information on the youth so that they
are able to point out the youth's strong points and not so strong
points.; futhermore, youth will no longer feel locked into the one option
syndrome (this is the option of going on to college; although we perceive
it to be the best option, youth should have more career choices).
,
,
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Recreational Alternatives
Because; we have, in the past, placed so much emphasis on ghetto sports in
the inner —city, youths who have not or can not excel in these sports are
not inclined to develop themselves physically, although they need the
mental and emotional relief that physical sports provide.
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Musical Alternatives
For inner —city youth, obtaining music lessons has always been a problem
i
for obvious economic reasons. However, as research will indicate, music
is and continues to be an excellent means of therapy and an avenue for
i
mental development of any individual. This therapy has been beneficial
for slow learners, negative errants, geriatric patients suffering from
isolation and depression and an array of other disorders or ailments.
Due to the the alarming increase in substance use and abuse among our
youth, there exist a need to exercise a greater amount of influence. In
other words, we must create a positive force to compete with the
negative, forces by creating a positive educational atmosphere conducive
to learning after school is out for the day (see diagram of proposed
site).
Here, th'e proposition for a soundproof study room with tutors, organized
tutorial Isessions, modern library facilities and limited research staff.
ME THODOLOGY
Youth and other individuals participating in the Center's activities will be
accepted based on their different needs and commitment to community
involvement. jOne important index, will be referrals from area schools,
churches and ' parents.
The design ofithe program will be implemented as follows:
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As part 'of the requirements for membership to the Center and in order to
participate in activities offered by the Center, area youth will be asked
to sign a contract. For example:
I Uouth'sperson name) do hereby agree to abide by the rules of the
(Center's name)
!
This contract will also be signed by the director of the Center as well a
P
the youth's /individuals parents) /guardian.
Furthers each individual will take part in a session with the resident
psychologist as part of our psychosocial evaluation.
Individuals /youths will be given a membership card. Each day that this
person i at the center, he /she should check the number on his /her card
with that identical number at the receptionist desk. This is done so
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participation can be monitored.
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This organization will be a training program designed to educate the
entire community on issues of substance use and abuse, physical and
mental i;.11nesses impacting the youth and other citizens of Lynwood. The
intent is to detect and provide attention to situations, noted above,
before they become problem situations.
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The time,for such a program will take a minimum of three years, although
yearly evaluations will be provided. At such times, the city or a
private institution would be able to operate the program very
effectively, at the same time, keep the upper hand on issues and
situations) negatively impacting the City of Lynwood.
Youth wi,ll become quite aware of the positive elements associated with
good living through our awards and merit system (see rewards).
• i
The key to this proposal and significance of its approval and funding are:
° The bringing together of area youth and peace officers in an atmosphere
of mutual understanding and benefit ensuring the successful transforming
of the city into a heaven for good human relationship. In 1984, there
were 66,470 youth under the age of 18 arrested. Of that total, 33,136
were felonies (Juvenile Fact Sheet, Probation Office, County of Los
Angeles). This cannot continue. We propose to secure the old Thrifty
building, place in it a Nautilas Weight Equipment Room and offer the
use of the facility to the Sheriff's Department and the youth in
Lynwood.
° Establishing a working rapport with parents, community and clergy as
well as the Lynwood Unified School District to maximize early
intervention. This would allow us to monitor a student's progress or
lack of progress, whereby that we do not allow a student to participate
in activities when he /she is failing or doing poorly in school (see
Youth Center Contract). The monitoring, we predict, will ensure a
reduction in the dropout rate in Lynwood Junior and Senior Nigh
Schools. An attrition rate that is astronomical. In the Los Angeles
Unified School district, of the 67,176 sophomores who entered senior
high during the 1982 -83 school year, 42 percent departed before their
scheduled graduation date. In comparison, figures from the Lynwood
Unified School District superintendent's office showed, for senior high
students, 21 percent (676 of 3,206) dropped -out and for junior high
students, 20 percent (399 of 1,988) dropped -out.*
Although the Lynwood figures are lower than those Los Angeles Unified
School district, to be such a small school district with this number of
dropout indicates the need for remedial work. These figures are quite
2 Management Information Center, State Department of Education (California
Basic Educational Data System).
*There was not any measure given for calculating such figures outside of the
obvious process of calculations.
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high, and to the inhabitants, unacceptable. Ouprocess of student
monitoring (see methodology) will allow for us to interact with
students, identify their needs and assist them in improving their
peformance standards.
° Endeavoring to create programing that would interface youth with senior
citizens for their mutual benefit. In this case, we will establish an
adult health care program, that will monitor the health needs of older
adults and administered by trained youth. This program will be
supervised by professional physicians.
REWARDS
Unlike most resource institutions or youth centers where emphasis is sometimes
placed solely on 'those over achievers, every student who joins the center will
be given a T —shirt and major discounts in sports wear, and other rewards to be
considered at a later date.
Student participation and positive behavior will be awarded with tickets to
events such as plays, professional sporting events and concerts.
Performance incentives will be offered in the form of all of the above.
The student(s) who best exemplifies the character of the youth program and the
City of Lynwood, will become our ambassador. This person will take part in
our exchange program. He /she will have a preplanned itinerary by which they
will meet with other youth and city officials of other states and /or counties
to demonstrate and discuss the effectiveness of our program.
EVALUATION
The evaluation process will entail the use of the third phase of the goal
statement (see goals).
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Through the process 00monitoring youth and other clients, staff will be able
to stay current on the effects of the program.
By keeping individual files on every youth participant, periodical checks will
be made to the school regarding the youth's academic endeavors (see contract).
Both phases will be calculated and the totals will be forwarded to the Lynwood
City Council, parents and the school district.
ACCOUNTING DEPARTMENT PROCEDURES
Basic Bookkeeping Procedures — Summary Statement
The agency currently maintains a double —entry basis account system for
recording financial transactions, cash receipts journal, cash disbursements
journal and a general ledger. We use the cash basis accounting method during
the year and then convert to the accrual basis for year end financial
statements and reporting as required by Los Angeles County and by Accounting
and Financial Reporting: A Guide for Non — Profit Human Service Organizations
Also, an independent auditing firm, which will be named later, will review the
Center's financial statement at the end of the year.
SERVICES PROVIDED
A. Training of area youth, adults, parents and community leaders in early
detection and prevention. This training will be done to detect:
1. substance use and abuse;
2. physical and mental health problems; and
3. monitor academic performance.
B. Intervention
1. Counseling: Youth or patient /subject will be counseled based on needs
assessment and problem(s).
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2. Referral: Youth subjects will be referred to area human resource
agencies based on counselor's recommendations.
3. Stress Reduction - Sessions: These programs will be instituted if
first recommended by counselors. As part of the stress reduction,
Yoga will be introduced to youth and other individuals.
C. Career Alternatives
1. Career and college selection counseling will be provided.
2. Job placement will be made — after school job referrals will be made
to students whose progress academically is satisfactory.
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D. Recreational Alternative
Boxing The Student Resource Center will have two boxing rings donated
and will initiate an amateur boxing program.
Yoaa The Center will provide, as a means of giving the youths new
options at becoming acquainted with new health /resource avenues, courses
in Yoga and other physiological forms of relaxation.
Go1f ing Attempts will be made to acquaint the youth with as many new
sports programing as possible of which golf will be one.
gymnastics Beginning courses in gymnastics will be offered. As part
of a donation from the Los Angeles Organizing Olympic Committee (LAOOC),
intermediate sessions in gymnastics will be offered at Hollenbeck Youth
Center in East Los Angeles.
Once the youth reaches the stage for intermediate gymnastics, the use of
Hollenbeck's facilities will be at their disposal. They will be
transported by insured vehicles in a joint effort by both institutions.
-Qoorts Clinics Contact will made with professional athletes from
the Los Angeles area and those who are actually from this area, to promote
sports clinic during the off seasons in basketball, football and baseball.
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The fundamentals 9 each sport (basketball, footb• and baseball) will be
demonstrated by a professional athlete in that particular sport.
Organized leagues in basketball, football and baseball will be conducted.
Leagues will include youth (boys and girls) and adults (males and females).
E. Music Lessons
Part of the requested building will hopefully be soundproof, enabling
those youth who wish to take part in music lessons to do so. Different
instruments will be voted on and the three most popular selections will be
adapted.
F. Education
Scholastic Aptitude Test (SAT) and American College Test (ACT)
° Seminars and tutorials on taking both college entrance tests will be
given to youth and other individuals planning to go to college.
° All area athletes will be encouraged to participate in summer educa-
tional seminars.
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PROPOSAL 48 & 49
NCAA new academic standards for incoming freshmen (Proposal 48), which require
minimum score on either of the national aptitude tests, Scholastic Aptitude
Test (SAT) or American College Testing (ACT), and a minimum grade average in a
core curriculum of high school courses that includes three years of English,
two years of math, two years of social science and two years in a natural or
physical science.
The National Collegiate Athletic Association requires a score of 700 on either
of the tests and a grade point average of 2.0.
Also, under the same rule (Proposal 48 & 49), an athlete will lose a year's
eligibility. Instead of five years to play four years of athletics, an
individual will have just four years of eligibility when he /she is declared
ineligible during the freshman year.
EDITOR'S NOTE: As of this writing, there have been 397 athletes (224
football players; 120 basketball players and 53 other athletes — baseball,
hockey, track, etc.), who have been declared ineligible to compete in their
freshman seasons because of the NCAA's new academic standards. These
figures are disturbing.
One of the long —term goals of the Center is to work more directly with
inner —city college athletes and teachers to assure the students high aptitude
test scores, better overall readiness and a greater balance between athletics
and academics, both in high school and in subsequent years in college.
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• BOARD OF DIRECTORS AFFIDAVI
All applicant agencies must complete this affidavit listing the members of the
-Board of Directors and all other officers. If there are changes in the Board
Membership after the proposal is submitted, you will be notified in writing of
the changes.
Attach an additional sheet if necessary. The appropriate agency designate
must sign and affix the, corporate seal.
I. depose and say that I am
of
(President, Vice President, etc)
(Insert name and address of organization)
who submits this proposal. The only other members of the Board of Directors
and other officers of this organization are:
NAME TITLE
Date 19_ at
(Month, Day) (City and Sta
I certify that the foregoing is true and correct.
(SIGNATURE)
(PRINT NAME)
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0
ADDENDUM
0
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• ADMINISTRATION •
N0: OF
TOTAL MONTHLY
% OF
SALARY
FRINGE
PERSONS
POSITION /TITLE SALARY
TIME
MONTHS
TOTAL
BENEFITS
1
Clinical Psychologist
20
12
15,000
N/A
(Social Worker)
1
Clinical Social Worker
20
12
5,000
N/A
1
Community Worker
100
12
16,000
N/A
1
Secretary /Resource
40
12
9,000
N/A
Coordinator
1
Director
100
12
22,000
N/A
1
Bookkeeper
20
12
2,000
N/A
2
Sports Counselors
20
12
4,000/
N/A
each
1
Consultant
5
12
1,000
N/A
SUBTOTAL
74,000
Equipment (Rental)
Typewriter
Duplicating Machine
Supplies
Sport and Recreation
Travel
Alterations and Renovations
Other Expenses
Telephone
Postage
Duplicating
Stipends (students)
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•
•
1. Bennett, L. (1986). How to Save Our High Schools. Ebony Magazine
Johnson Publishing Company, Chicago, IL.
2. Bennett W.J. (1986). Schools Without Drugs U.S. Department of
Education. Information Office, Washington, D.C.
3. Carnegie Quarterly (1986). The Urban School Principal: The Rocky Road
to Instructional Leadership. Carnegie Quarterly (Volume XXXI /Number 1).
Carnegie Corporation of New York.
4. Claybrooks, I. et al (1986). Emergency Care Unit (ECU). Drug Use
Statistics on Young Adolescents, Los Angeles, CA.
5. Garrett, J. and Jones, P. (1984). Black Youth and Youth Gangs in South
Los Angeles: Preliminary Discussion of a Study /Action Project. King, L.
(Ed.). Fanon Center Journal Perspectives on the Mental Health of Black
Persons (pp. 1 -20, Los Angeles, CA.
6. National Institute on Drug Abuse (1982). Department of Human Social
Services, Washington, D.C.
7. Nichols, B. (1985). Self— Perceptions of Control and Esteem Related to
Participation in a Leadership Training Program Unpublished Doctorial
Dissertation. University of California, Los Angeles.
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8. Nichols, B. 098P Assuming Leadership at School: The Price of
Success. Unpublished Fanon Center Publication. Fanon Research and
Development Center, Los Angeles, CA.
9. Nichols, B. (1986) Studying School Attrition in Relation to Status at
School and Perceptions of School and Self: Implications for the Minority
Dropout Problem. Unpublished Fanon Research and Development Center
Document, Los Angeles, CA.
10. Pepin, A. (1976). Fall Enrollment in Higher Education 1976 Final
Report U.S. Department of Health Education and Welfare, Washington, D.C.
11. Pepin, A. (1978). Fall Enrollment in Higher Education 1978 National
Center for Education Statistics, Washington, D.C.
12. Ross — Sheriff, F. and Truitt, A. (1984). Helping Teenagers Cope with
Parenting. King, L. (Ed.), Fanon Center Journal: Perspectives on the
Mental Health of Black Persons (pp. 25 -48), Los Angeles, CA.
13. Shonick, H. et al (1984). Profile of Children of Los Angeles County
Los Angeles Round Table for Children. University of Southern California
School of Social Work (University Park — MC0411), Los Angeles, CA.
14. South Berkeley Economic Revitalization Congress (1985). South Berkeley
Summer Youth Project Unpublished Proposal, Berkeley, CA.
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15. Thompson, C. (1984). Youth Leadership Training Program. King, L. (Ed.),
Fanon Center Journal: Perspectives on the Mental Health of Black
Persons (pp. 80 -85), Los Angeles, CA.
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l
TABLE IA
Children Under 18 by Age and Sex in Los Angeles County — 1980
S ource: 1980 Census
TABLE IB
Children Under 18 by Age and Ethnicity in Los Angeles County — 1980
ETHNICITY
TOTAL
% '
TOTAL
PERCENT
AGE
MALE
FEMALE
TOTAL
OF TOTAL
Under 5
282,987
271,808
554,795
27
5 — 14
556,015
537,225
1,093,240
54
15 — 17
129.201
188.052
383.253
19
TOTAL
1,034,203
997,085
2,031,288
100%
PERCENT OF TOTAL
50.8%
49.2%
134,684
6.6
S ource: 1980 Census
TABLE IB
Children Under 18 by Age and Ethnicity in Los Angeles County — 1980
ETHNICITY
TOTAL
% '
TOTAL
%
TOTAL
%
White (non— Hispanic)
183,352
33.0
595,632
40.4
778,984
38.3
Black (non— Hispanic)
76,709
13.8
229,280
15.5
305,989
15.1
Hispanic
253,731
45.7
542,909
36.7
796,640
39.3
Asian
37,097
6.7
97,589
6.6
134,684
6.6
Native American
3.906
0.7
11.083
0.8
14.991
0.7
TOTAL
554,795
99.9%
1,476,493
100%
2,031,288
(100)
Source: 1980 Census, Los Angeles County Department of Regional Planning,
Publication NC 80 -6.
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SAVE
0
REV MATTHEW R. HARMS
E.mWN. 0,,mo,
a t A@ 1% )w)
OUR
February 23,1987
Mr. Vincente L. Nlas
Community Development Director
City of Lynwood
11330 Bullis Road
Lynwood,Ca 90262
Dear Mr. Mas:
Attached you will find a Project IMPACT proposal for funding under the proposed
Community Development Block Grant (CDBG) funding allocation for public service
projects for FY 1987/88.
Your immediate serious consideration and approval will be greatly appreciated
by IMPACT and the children and youth of our community that so badly need the
services we will provide.
Sincerely,
I F.
Rev. Matthew R. Harris
Project IMPACT
In
A Rally To Save Our Children
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3340 Sanborn Avenue'* Lynwood, California 90262 • (213) 631-1964
P R O J E C T I M P A C T
A Rally To Save Our Children
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"IMPACT ... A Rally To Save Our Children ", is a Christian
based, community interface program offering young people
a "positive" alternative to drugs,alcohol,gangs and elements
which ultimately destroy young lives!"
P R O J E C T I M P A C T
A. STATEMENT OF PROGRAM PURPOSE:
The purpose of Project IMPACT is to function as a counseling and referral center
for children and youth who through no fault of their own find that they must survive
in an environment beseiged with alcohol and drug abuse. Physically, sexually and
emotionally abused children represent far too great a percentage of our community.
And the threat of A.I.D.S is increasing at an alarming rate even among our teens
and pre - teens. TOGETHER,WE CAN MAKE THE DIFFERENCE!
B. OVERALL PROGRAM OBJECTIVES:
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1. To reduce the level of serious felony behavior by juveniles and young adults.
2. To increase the utilization of public and private not - for - profit youth - serving
agencies by targeted children and young adults.
3. To increase the effectiveness and capacity of services available to children
and young adults through coordinative efforts among both private and public
service providers.
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C. PROJECT STRATEGY:
Project IMPACT has conducted a comprehensive needs assessment to determine
the most critical needs of our children. We will focus primarily on the following
target groups and service areas.
1. Priority target Groups:
s Pre - Delinquent Juveniles
' At -Risk Youth
= Juvenile Camp Releasees
2. Priority Service Areas:
s Anti - Truancy Programs
' Family Counseling
' Substance Abuse Counseling
= Child Abuse (Physical,emotional and sexual) Programs
IMPACT will produce a series of concerts,rallies and festivals. By recruiting cele-
brities from the entertainment industry,sports,business,civic and religious communi-
ities to provide positive role models who will offer immediate and viable positiv e
alternatives to the destructive elements and negative role models that may be influ-
encing their lives.
IMPACT rallies are designed to promote positive values and to challenge our youth to
examine their own values and attitudes, while showing how personal improvement and
effort can bring about positive social change.
In addition to IMPACT rallies,IMPACT through its network of community groups,law
enforcement agencies ,schools,hospitals,community leaders ,clelbrities,business,corporate
and governmental entities,will provide topics for seminars and workshops designed to
interface our youth with professionals in all areas of self and community survival.
Such topics to include, but not limited to; Family Counseling,Substance Abuse,Career
Development,Employment Referral,Civic Responsibility,Self Esteem Enhancement,Cult-
ural Arts Appreciation,Religious Affairs,Political Awareness and Environmental Aware-
ness.
D. SPECIFIC GOALS:
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The ultimate goal of IMPACT is to provide our children and youth the opportunity
to develop self esteem, social skills, a sense of trust and security necessary to func-
tion competitively now and in the future.
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IMPACT SUPPORT AGENCIES
(Partial List)
URBAN LEAGUE
NAACP /ACT -SO
FOOTHILL JOBS
UNITED WAY YOUTH SERVING AGENCIES
INTERCRISTO
YOUTH FOR CHRIST
SHERIFF'S ATHLETIC LEAGUE
ST. FRANCIS CHILD ABUSE CENTER
YOUTH AUTHORITY
PROJECT HEAD START
YOUTH WITH A MISSION
JUVENILE JUSTICE CENTER
YOUNG PEOPLE OF WATTS
NEW BEGINNINGS
SOUTHEST COUNCIL ON ALCOHOL AND DRUG ABUSE
GIRL SCOUTS
BOY SCOUTS
YOUNG MEN'S CHRISTIAN ASSOCIATION
YOUNG WOMEN'S CHRISTIAN ASSOCIATION
S.A.N.E.
D.A.R.E.
BOYS & GIRLS CLUBS
• IMPACT •
- Projected Annual Budget-
PERSONNEL
Executive Director $30,000.00
Rally Coordinator 19,200.00
Workshop Coordinator 15,000.00
Secretary 9,960.00
Sub -total $74,160.00
CONTRACTUAL SERVICES
Financial /CPA Services $ 3,800.00
Consultants
(Outside Evaluation,Program) 5,000.00
Staff Training and Development 2,400.00
Sub -total $11,200.00
OPERATING EXPENSE
Rent /Utilities
$10,000.00
General Office Supplies
7,000.00
Liability Insurance
5,000.00
Printing /Postal / Zerox
7,000.00
Telephone
5,000.00
Meeting Expense
5,000.00
Travel (instate mileage)
9,000.00
Dues /Publications
2,500.00
Equipment Purchase /Lease
(Word processing /postage /zerox)
15,000.00
Sub -total $65,500.00
REQUESTED
$ 7,416.00
$11,200.00
$32,750.00
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Budget page 2
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RALLY EXPENSE
$3,000.00
REQUESTED
Public Relations
$6,000.00
3,000.00
Catering /Food
4,500.00
Workbooks
T Shirts,Buttons,Balloons,Caps
6,500.00
$12,000.00 $9,600.00
Intrumental rental and tuning
1,350.00
Sound and Video rental
10,000.00
Extra Technical Assistance
300.00
Photography
1,000.00
Band
3,000.00
To be underwritten
by oorporatespon-
Sub -total
$32,500.00
sors
WORKSHOP EXPENSE
Public Relations
$3,000.00
Catering /Food
2,400.00
T Shirts,Buttons,Balloons,Caps
3,000.00
Photography
1,200.00
Workbooks
29400.00
Sub -Total
$12,000.00 $9,600.00
GRAND TOTAL $195,360.00 $60,966.00
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P R O J E C T I M P A C T
A Rally To Save Our Children
•
"IMPACT ... A Rally To Save Our Children ", is a Christian
based, community interface program offering young people
a "positive" alternative to drugs,alcohol,gangs and elements
which ultimately destroy young lives!"
0
P R O J E C T I M P A C T
A. STATEMENT OF PROGRAM PURPOSE:
l.. J
The purpose of Project IMPACT is to function as a counseling and referral center
for children and youth who through no fault of their own find that they must survive
in an environment beseiged with alcohol and drug abuse. Physically, sexually and
emotionally abused children represent far too great a percentage of our community.
And the threat of A.I.D.S is increasing at an alarming rate even among our teens
and pre - teens. TOGETHER,WE CAN MAKE THE DIFFERENCE?
B. OVERALL PROGRAM OBJECTIVES:
1. To reduce the level of serious felony behavior by juveniles and young adults.
2. To increase the utilization of public and private not - for - profit youth- serving
agencies by targeted children and young adults.
3. To increase the effectiveness and capacity of services available to children
and young adults through coordinative efforts among both private and public
service providers.
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C. PROJECT STRATEGY:
0
Project IMPACT has conducted a comprehensive needs assessment to determine
the most critical needs,of our children. We will focus primarily on the following
target groups and service areas.
1. Priority target Groups:
m Pre - Delinquent Juveniles
s At -Risk Youth
s Juvenile Camp Releasees
2. Priority Service Areas:
• Anti - Truancy Programs
• Family Counseling
s Substance Abuse Counseling
• s Child Abuse (Physical,emotional and sexual) Programs
IMPACT will produce a series of concerts,rallies and festivals. By recruiting cele-
brities from the entertainment industry,sports,business,civic and religious communi-
ities to provide positive role models who will offer immediate and viable positiv e
alternatives to the destructive elements and negative role models that may be influ-
encing their lives.
IMPACT rallies are designed to promote positive values and to challenge our youth to
examine their own values and attitudes, while showing how personal improvement and
effort can bring about positive social change.
In addition to IMPACT rallies,IMPACT through its network of community groups,law
enforcement agencies ,schools,hospitals,community leaders,clelbri ties,business, corporate
and governmental entities,will provide topics for seminars and workshops designed to
interface our youth with professionals in all areas of self and community survival.
Such topics to include, but not limited to; Family Counseling,Substance Abuse,Career
Development,Employment Referral,Civic Responsibility,Self Esteem Enhancement,Cult-
ural Arts Appreciation,Religious Affairs,Political Awareness and Environmental Aware-
ness.
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D. SPECIFIC GOALS:
The ultimate goal of IMPACT is to provide our children and youth the opportunity
to develop self esteem, social skills, a sense of trust and security necessary to func-
tion competitively now and in the future.
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IMPACT SUPPORT AGENCIES
(Partial List)
URBAN LEAGUE
NAACP /ACT -SO
FOOTHILL JOBS
UNITED WAY YOUTH SERVING AGENCIES
INTERCRISTO
YOUTH FOR CHRIST
SHERIFF'S ATHLETIC LEAGUE
ST. FRANCIS CHILD ABUSE CENTER
YOUTH AUTHORITY
PROJECT HEAD START
YOUTH WITH A MISSION
JUVENILE JUSTICE CENTER
YOUNG PEOPLE OF WATTS
NEW BEGINNINGS
SOUTHEST COUNCIL ON ALCOHOL AND DRUG ABUSE
GIRL SCOUTS
BOY SCOUTS
YOUNG MEN'S CHRISTIAN ASSOCIATION
YOUNG WOMEN'S CHRISTIAN ASSOCIATION
S.A.N.E.
D.A.R.E.
BOYS do GIRLS CLUBS
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PERSONNEL
Executive Director
Rally Coordinator
Workshop Coordinator
Secretary
Sub -total
CONTRACTUAL SERVICES
Financial /CPA Services
Consultants
(Outside Evaluation,Program)
Staff Training and Development
Sub -total
IMPACT
- Projected Annual Budget-
$30,000.00
19,200.00
15,000.00
9,960.00
$74,160.00
$ 3,800.00
5,000.00
2,400.00
$11,200.00
OPERATING EXPENSE
Rent/Utilities
General Office Supplies
Liability Insurance ,
Printing /Postal / Zerox
Telephone
Meeting Expense
Travel (instate mileage)
Dues /Publications
Equipment Purchase /Lease
(Word processing /postage /zerox)
Sub -total
$10,000.00
7,000.00
5,000.00
7;000.00
5,000.00
5,000.00
9,000.00
2,500.00
15,000.00
$65,500.00
1 oft
REQUESTED
$ 7,416.00
$11,200.00
$32,750.00
Budget page 2 is
RALLY EXPENSE
Public Relations
Catering /Food
T- Shirts,Buttons, Balloons,Caps
Intrumental rental and tuning
Sound and Video rental
Extra Technical Assistance
Photography
Band
Sub -total
WORKSHOP EXPENSE
Public Relations
Catering /Food
T- Shirts,Buttons,Balloons,Caps
Photography
Workbooks
Sub -Total
$6,000.00
4,500.00
6,500.00
1,350.00
10,000.00
300.00
1,000.00
3,000.00
$32,500.00
$3,000.00
2,400.00
3,000.00
1,200.00
2,400.00
$12,000.00
GRAND TOTAL , $195,360.00
REQUESTED
To be underwritten
by corporate spon-
sors
$9,600.00
$60,966.00