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Human Relations Commission
AGENDA
Wednesday, November 6, 2024, 5:00 p.m.
City Hall, 990 Palm Street, San Luis Obispo
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1.CALL TO ORDER
Chair Kasprzak will call the Regular Meeting of the Human Relations
Commission to order.
2.PUBLIC COMMENT FOR ITEMS NOT ON THE AGENDA
The public is encouraged to submit comments on any subject within the
jurisdiction of the Human Relations Commission that does not appear on this
agenda. Although the Commission will not take action on items presented during
the Public Comment Period, the Chair may direct staff to place an item on a
future agenda for discussion.
3.CONSENT
Matters appearing on the Consent Calendar are expected to be non-
controversial and will be acted upon at one time. A member of the public may
request the Human Relations Commission to pull an item for discussion. The
public may comment on any and all items on the Consent Agenda within the
three-minute time limit.
3.a CONSIDERATION OF MINUTES - OCTOBER 2, 2024 HUMAN
RELATIONS COMMISSION MINUTES
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Recommendation:
To approve the Human Relations Commission Minutes of October 2,
2024.
4.PUBLIC HEARINGS
Note: Administrative decisions by the Human Relations Commission may be
appealed to the City Council in accordance with the appeal procedure set forth
in Chapter 1.20 of the San Luis Obispo Municipal Code.
4.a CONSIDERATION OF THE 2025-26 COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT
BLOCK GRANT FUNDING RECOMMENDATIONs
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Recommendation:
Review funding recommendations for the 2025-26 Community
Development Block Grant Program and provide a recommendation to
City Council for final approval.
5.COMMENT AND DISCUSSION
5.a STAFF & COMMISSIONER UPDATES AND AGENDA FORECAST
Receive a brief update from Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion Manager
Nestor Veloz-Passalacqua.
6.ADJOURNMENT
The next Regular Meeting of the Human Relations Commission is scheduled for
December 2, 2024 at 5:00 p.m. in the Council Hearing Room at City Hall, 990
Palm Street, San Luis Obispo.
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Human Relations Commission Minutes
October 2, 2024, 5:00 p.m.
Council Hearing Room, 990 Palm Street, San Luis Obispo
Human Relations
Commissioners
Present:
Commissioners Mason Ambrosio, Stephanie Carlotti, Vincent
DeTurris, Sierra Smith, Taryn Warrecker, Vice Chair Catuih
Campos, Chair Angie Kasprzak
City Staff Present: Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion Manager Nestor Veloz-
Passalacqua, Deputy City Clerk Kevin Christian, Deputy City
Clerk Sara Armas
_____________________________________________________________________
1. CALL TO ORDER
A Regular Meeting of the San Luis Obispo Human Relations Commission was
called to order on October 2 at 5:00 p.m. in the Council Chambers at City Hall,
990 Palm Street, San Luis Obispo, by Chair Kasprzak.
2. PUBLIC COMMENT FOR ITEMS NOT ON THE AGENDA
Public Comment:
Stephen Vines
--End of Public Comment--
3. CONSENT
3.a CONSIDERATION OF MINUTES - SEPTEMBER 12, 2024 HUMAN
RELATIONS COMMISSION MINUTES
Motion By Commissioner Smith
Second By Commissioner Carlotti
To approve the Human Relations Commission Minutes of September 12,
2024.
Ayes (7): Commissioner Ambrosio, Commissioner Carlotti, Commissioner
DeTurris, Commissioner Smith, Commissioner Warrecker, Vice Chair
Campos, and Chair Kasprzak
CARRIED (7 to 0)
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4. BUSINESS ITEMS
4.a REVIEW OF THE 2023-24 HUMAN SERVICES GRANT YEAR-END
REPORTS
Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion Manager Nestor Veloz-Passalacqua
provided review of 2023-23 Human Services Grant Year-End Reports.
Chair Kasprzak opened Public Comment
Public Comment:
None
--End of Public Comment--
Chair Kasprzak closed Public Comment
Action: The Human Relations Commission reviewed the 2023-24 Human
Services Grant (HSG) year-end reports and provided feedback to staff as
part of their respective liaison assignment roles.
5. PUBLIC HEARINGS
5.a 2024-25 DEI HIGH IMPACT GRANT PRELIMINARY FUNDING
RECOMMENDATION
Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion Manager Nestor Veloz-Passalacqua
provided the report and responded to questions.
Public Comment:
Noha Kolkailah
Theresa Braden
Tristan Cordova
Lily Puga
Stacey Salame
Marina Bernheim
Victoire Prothro
Robby McLaughlin
Jaime Lewis
Courtney Haile
Claude Swain
Regan Smith
Tina Clark & Lauren Cook
Chelsea Ruiz
--End of Public Comment--
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Motion By Commissioner Warrecker
Second By Commissioner DeTurris
1. Receive the grant preliminary funding recommendation from the
HRC Grant Review Subcommittee; and
2. Make a final DEI Grant Funding Recommendation to the City
Council following the public hearing, full commission discussion,
and feedback.
Organization Project or
Program Name Rqtd. Amount Rec. Amount
Review
Subcommittee
Comments
1 AAPI of SLO AAPI: Our Voices,
Our Stories $15,000 $7,500
Partially funding. Scope
services based on the
new dollar amount.
2 Afrikan Black
Collective ABC Conference $20,000 $0 Not allocating funding for
this grant cycle.
3 Big Brothers
Big Sisters
Pacheco Elementary
School Mentorship
Program
$20,000 $10,000
Partially fund project.
Contractor to scope
project appropriately with
the new dollar amount.
4 CASA of SLO
County
Increasing Cultural
Competence &
Diversity at SLO
CASA
$20,000 $0
Potential funding. Cut out
on 2nd round of
discussion due to
insufficient funding.
5 City Farm SLO
Expanding Access to
Therapeutic
Horticulture
Programming for
Adults with
Disabilities
$19,490 $0
Potential funding. Cut out
on 2nd round of
discussion due to
insufficient funding.
6
Community
Counseling
Center
Delving Deep:
Mental Health
Screening
Assessment,
Observation, and
Psychotherapy for
Latinx Youth and
Families
$10,000 $0
Potential funding. Cut out
on 2nd round of
discussion due to
insufficient funding.
7 Corazon Latino
Civic Education
Campaign to Close
Equity Gap
$40,000 $0 Potential funding. Funds
allocated to other projects.
8 Diversity
Coalition
BIPOC Board
Leadership Program $40,000 $10,000
Partially funding project.
Contractor to scope
project appropriately with
the new dollar amount.
9 Downtown SLO
Increased Food
Access at Farmer's
Market
$12,700 $0
Potential funding. Cut out
on 2nd round of
discussion due to
insufficient funding.
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10 Economics of
Being a Woman
Economics of Being
a Woman's Financial
Education and
Disaster
Preparedness
eLearning Program
$20,000 $0
Not eligible for funding
since organization is a for-
profit entity.
11 GALA Pride &
Diversity Center
Complex LGBTQ+
Mental Health
Support
$20,000 $15,000
Partially funded project.
Scope services based on
new dollar amount.
12 Hospice of SLO
County
Volunteer Training &
Community
Outreach
$20,000 $7,750
Partially funding. $7,750
for outreach initiatives to
spread awareness about
free-of-charge support
services among
underserved communities.
13 Literacy for Life
Treasured Objects:
Personal Heritage
Stories
$15,000 $0 Not allocating funding this
grant cycle.
14 Lumina Alliance ReDefine Parenting
Program $20,000 $0
Potential funding. Cut out
on 2nd round of
discussion due to
insufficient funding.
15 Mission
Headstrong
Veterans' Fitness,
Autism Fitness
Phase 2, & Aging
Adult Fitness
$40,000 $15,000
Partially funding. $15,000
for the autism component
of the project.
16 Monarch Hills
Education
DEI Growth Program
for Monarch Hills $20,000 $0 Not allocating funding this
grant cycle.
17
National
Alliance on
Mental Illness
of SLO County
Mental Health
Resource Outreach
Campaign
$11,364 $11,364 Fully fund project as
presented.
18 Peace Academy
Mawtini: Arab
American Narratives
of Home and
Belonging
$39,441 $39,441 Fully fund project as
presented.
19
People Self-
Help Housing
Corp.
Enhancing
Affordable Housing
Access Through
Bilingual
$15,000 $0 Not allocating funding this
grant cycle.
20
Pregnancy &
Parenting
Support of SLO
County
Baby Bank $5,000 $0 Not allocating funding this
grant cycle.
21 RACE Matters Shop Talk & Black
Girl Wellness $20,000 $5,000
Partially fund project.
Funds to cover Black Girl
Wellness initiative
ensuring services are
provided and open to all.
22 Recovery Road
Runners, INC.
Run Strong, Grow
Strong $20,000 $0 Not allocating funding this
grant cycle.
23 San Luis
Coastal Opportunity Initiative $20,000 $0 Potential funding. Cut out
on 2nd round of
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Education
Foundation
discussion due to
insufficient funding.
24 SLO Chamber
of Commerce
SLO County Family-
Friendly Workplaces
Program
(SLOFFWP)
$20,000 $0 Not allocating funding this
grant cycle.
25 SLO County
UndocuSupport
SLO County
Immigrant Resource
Hub: A Pilot Pop-up
in Partnership with
Local Mobile
Services
$40,000 $18,945
Partially fund project.
Scope services based on
the new dollar amount.
26 SLO Hillel
Shine a Light on
Jewish Heritage and
Multiculturalism/Pop-
up Music and
Speaker Nights and
temporary public art
installations
$20,000 $10,000
Partially funding for the
Jew of Color Speaker
Series only.
27 SLO Noor
Foundation
Equitable Healthcare
Access Program $20,000 $0 Not allocating funding this
grant cycle.
28 SLO Village
Aging Better
Together - Partnering
with SLO to become
an Age-Friedly City
$20,000 $0 Not allocating funding this
grant cycle.
29 SLOMA
2025 Exhibitions with
Esteban Cabeza de
Baca & Siji Krishnan
$20,000 $0 Not allocating funding this
grant cycle.
30 United Way of
SLO County
Increased Support
Services for SLO:
211 and VOAD
Collaboration and
Community
Engagement
$20,000 $0 Not allocating funding this
grant cycle.
TOTAL $642,995 $150,000
Ayes (7): Commissioner Ambrosio, Commissioner Carlotti, Commissioner
DeTurris, Commissioner Smith, Commissioner Warrecker, Vice Chair
Campos, and Chair Kasprzak
CARRIED (7 to 0)
6. COMMENT AND DISCUSSION
6.a STAFF & COMMISSIONER UPDATES AND AGENDA FORECAST
Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion Manager Nestor Veloz-Passalacqua
provided the following updates:
• Reminder of 1 hour parking vouchers
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• Reminder of Ethics Training
• Office of DEI and ED&T partnered w/ Chamber of Commerce and
Cal Poly OLIDI to host an Insight Studio Workshop, celebrating
Inclusiveness Business Practices on 10/29 at 5:00 pm at the
Ludwick Community Center
• DEI Admin Specialist job posted on 9/26, with closing date on 10/20
• SLO County UndocuSupport will host movie night on 10/12 from
6:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m. at Oak Park in Paso Robles as part of their
DEI High Impact Grant project
• Applications for 2025 Action Plan CDBG cycle are due to SLO
County Homeless Services Division by 10/6 at 11:59 p.m.
Vice Chair Campos attended UndocuSupport event highlighting videos of
a previous grant funded.
Chair Kasprzak announced Race Matters event on 10/19 at 7:00 p.m. at
Bang the Drum Brewery, as well as a fundraiser coming up on 10/23 for
Mujeres de Acción.
7. ADJOURNMENT
The meeting was adjourned at 6:57 p.m. The next Regular Meeting of the Human
Relations Commission is scheduled for November 6, 2024 at 5:00 p.m. in the
Council Hearing Room at City Hall, 990 Palm Street, San Luis Obispo.
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APPROVED BY HUMAN RELATIONS COMMISSION: XX/XX/202X
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Item 4a
Human Relations Commission
Agenda Report
For Agenda of: 11/6/2024
Item Number: 4a
FROM: Teresa McClish, Principal Planner
Phone Number: (805) 783-7840
E-mail: tmcclish@slocity.org
BY: Ethan Estrada, Assistant Planner
Phone Number: (805) 781-7576
E-mail: ejestrad@slocity.org
SUBJECT: CONSIDERATION OF THE 2025-26 COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT
BLOCK GRANT FUNDING RECOMMENDATIONS
RECOMMENDATION
Review funding recommendations for the 2025-26 Community Development Block Grant
Program and provide a recommendation to City Council for final approval.
BACKGROUND
The total estimated City’s allocation for the Community Development Block Grant
program 2025-2026 Action Plan Year is $495,178.
Of this allocation, 20% of the funds are reserved for administrative costs , that is further
distributed by 65% to the County of San Luis Obispo, with the remaining 35% reserved
for the City. Therefore, the City is eligible to receive $34,662 for the Administration of the
program. In this funding year, consistent with prior years, the City intends to allocate
$6,673 towards administering this program cycle and $26,694 towards Capacity Building
allowing for further implementation of the Housing Element.
Additionally, of the total estimated allocation, 15% of the funds are reserved for public
services for a total of $74,277 available for public service applications. This leaves the
remaining 65% to be reserved for public facilities or housing projects for a total of
$321,866.
The City of San Luis Obispo received a total of seven applications for the 2025 -26
Community Development Block Grant (CDBG) program, requesting a total of $508,800.
A total of $153,567 was requested for the public services category, and $321,866 was
requested for the public facilities/housing projects category.
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Item 4a
FUNDING PRIORITIES
On October 4, 2023, the City Council endorsed the Human Relations Commission’s
recommended funding priorities for the 2024 -25 CDBG funding year. These ranked
priorities established by the HRC and City Council are recommended to be used for the
2025-26 CDBG funding year. These ranked priorities are:
1. Provide emergency and transitional shelter, homelessness prevention and services.
2. Develop and enhance affordable housing for low- and very low-income persons.
3. Enhance economic development (to include seismic retrofit, economic stability, low- and
moderate-income jobs).
4. Promote accessibility and/or removal of architectural barriers for the disable and elderly.
APPLICATIONS RECEIVED FOR CDBG FUNDING
The above priorities are used as the basis for developing fundin g recommendations of
the 2025-2026 CDBG applications. Staff recommends funding five of the seven
applications we received, as shown in Attachment A. All projects and programs that are
recommended to receive funding are further described below. A copy of each 2025 -26
CDBG application is also provided in Attachment B.
1. Community Action Partnership of San Luis Obispo (CAPSLO) – Prado Homeless
Services Center: CAPSLO has requested $85,000 in CDBG funds to increase the
capacity, range, and efficiency of services offered by staff at the 40 Prado Homeless
Services Center. The City is recommending a partial funding award for this application of
$64,357.
2. 5Cities Homeless Coalition – Homeless Prevention – Countywide Services: 5Cities has
requested $9,920 in CDBG funds to continue operating its Homeless Prevention program
that provides financial and case management services for families considered at-risk for
homelessness. The City is recommending a full funding award for this application of
$9,920.
3. San Luis Obispo Nonprofit (SLONP) Housing Corporation – Monterey Family
Apartments: SLONP Housing Corporation has requested $321,866 in CDBG funds for the
Monterey Family Apartments project, which is expected to serve low-income and below
households. The City is recommending a funding award for this application of $321,866
which is the maximum funding available for this application.
4. City of San Luis Obispo – CDBG Administration and Capacity Building: City Community
Development staff are requesting $26,694 for administrative costs of the CDBG program
and $6,673 towards further implementation of the Housing Element. The capacity building
allocation can be used for affordable housing or low-income related City programs. Staff
anticipates using a portion of this funding towards Program 1.7 from the 6th Cycle Housing
Element which directly benefits homeless and low-income individuals by continuing to
support local and regional solutions to homelessness by funding supportive programs,
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Item 4a
services, and housing solutions. Staff will also continue to implement Program 8.11 from
the Housing Element which requires the City’s Housing Policies and Programs team to
continue to provide resources that support local and regional solutions to meet the needs
of the homeless.
ROLE OF THE HUMAN RELATIONS COMMISSION
These recommendations are provided for the benefit of the public and members of the
HRC. The HRC’s role is to consider these recommendations and take a public te stimony
and either, (1) accept the allocations proposed if the HRC concurs, or (2) make changes
so that the recommendation reflects the views of a majority of the Commission. The
adopted priorities should guide the Commission throughout the discussion.
NEXT STEPS
The HRC’s recommended allocations will be forwarded to the County of San Luis Obispo
for incorporation into the 2025-26 Draft Action Plan, and to the City Council for a final
recommendation. The Action Plan will be considered for approval by the San Luis Obispo
County Board of Supervisors in April of 2025.
ATTACHMENTS
A - 2025-26 CDBG Preliminary Funding Recommendations
B - 2025-26 CDBG Applications
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No.Activity
1 CAPSLO Prado Homeless Services Center (Prado HSC) 2025-26 64,357.00$ 85,000.00$
2 Supportive Housing Services -13,647.00$
3 Rapid Rehousing/Homeless Prevention 9,920.00$ 9,920.00$
4 Minor Home Repair -45,000.00$
74,277.00$ 153,567.00$
5 Monterey Family Apartments 321,866.00$ 321,866.00$
321,866.00$ 321,866.00$
6 CDBG Administration 26,694.00$ 26,694.00$
7 Capacity Building 6,673.00$ 6,673.00$
33,367.00$ 33,367.00$
429,510.00$ 508,800.00$
1.Estimated funding for CDBG Program Year 2025-26: $495,178.00 (remove 65% of 20% of total allocation - $64,373 to County Admin)
2.CDBG City Administration Funding Share per 2024-26 Cooperation Agreement with the County of SLO (35% of 20% of total allocation - $34,662 to City Admin)
Community Action Partnership of San Luis Obispo (CAPSLO)
5Cities Homeless Coalition
TOTAL
NOTES:
Peoples' Self-Help Housing
CAPSLO Energy Services
SUBTOTAL
Housing and Public Facilities
San Luis Obispo Nonprofit Housing Corporation (SLONP)
SUBTOTAL
Administration and Capacity Building
City of San Luis Obispo (Note 2)
City of San Luis Obispo (Note 2)
SUBTOTAL
City 2025-26 CDBG
Funding RequestedApplicant
Public Services and Economic Development (15% of $495,178)
Funding Recommended
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Overview
Completed by planning@capslo.org on 10/6/2024 1:01 PM
Case Id: 30261
Name: Community Action Partnership of San Luis
Obispo County, Inc. - 2025Address: 46 Prado Road, San Luis Obispo, CA 93401
Overview
Please provide the following information.
County of San Luis
Obispo
Public Service Grants
Program
Department of Social Services
Adult and Homeless Services Branch
PO Box 8119
San Luis Obispo, CA 93403-8119
SS_HomelessGrants@co.slo.ca.us
For each Public Services (including Minor Home Repair) funding source, an overview is available that includes program
description, federal award information, eligible applicants, eligible activities, eligible beneficiaries, and reporting in the
County of San Luis Obispo Notice of Funding Availability, 2025 Action Plan:
Section II.C for Community Development Block Grant (CDBG) Overview
Section II.D for Emergency Solutions Grant (ESG) Overview
Section II.E for HOME-TBRA Investment Partnerships Program (HOME) Overview
Section II.F for Permanent Local Housing Allocation (PLHA) Overview
Section II.H for General Fund Support (GFS) Overview
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A. Applicant Information
Completed by planning@capslo.org on 10/3/2024 3:39 PM
Case Id: 30261
Name: Community Action Partnership of San Luis
Obispo County, Inc. - 2025Address: 46 Prado Road, San Luis Obispo, CA 93401
A. Applicant Information
Please provide the following information.
PRIMARY APPLICANT INFORMATION-LEAD AGENCY
A.1. Organization Name
Community Action Partnership of San Luis Obispo County, Inc. (CAPSLO)
A.2. Type of Organization
Non-Profit
A.2.b. Please upload the following documentation:
Attachment A - Proof of Active SAM.gov Registration *Required
**No files uploaded
A.3. UEI Number: For more information, visit SAM.GOV
GBL8FWWWCLC5
A.4. Address
1030 Southwood Drive San Luis Obispo, CA 93401
A.5. Is the organization faith based?
No
A.6. Date of Incorporation
12/09/1965
A.6.a. Please upload the following documentation:
Attachment B – Incorporation Documents *Required
**No files uploaded
Attachment C – Organization Mission Statement *Required
**No files uploaded
A.7. Required Acknowledgement of Insurance Requirements. Has your organization read and understood the
insurance requirements listed in “Example Exhibit D – General Conditions” in the Library?
Yes
A.8. Annual Operating Budget
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$119,771,028.00
A.9. Number of Paid Staff
947
A.10. Number of Volunteers
681
CONTACT INFORMATION
A.11. Contact Person Name
Elizabeth "Biz" Steinberg
A.12. Contact Person Title
Chief Executive Officer
A.13. Phone Number
(805) 544-4355
A.14. Email
esteinberg@capslo.org
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B. Applicant Capacity
Completed by planning@capslo.org on 10/3/2024 3:46 PM
Case Id: 30261
Name: Community Action Partnership of San Luis
Obispo County, Inc. - 2025Address: 46 Prado Road, San Luis Obispo, CA 93401
B. Applicant Capacity
Please provide the following information.
B.1. Describe the organization’s history of receiving and managing grants from County/State/Federal sources.
In addition to the majority of the agency's funding through the federal Office of Head Start, CAPSLO has long history of
receiving and managing grants to address unmet needs for the homeless. It has annually received the following County
of SLO grants: CDBG since 2002, ESG funding since 2004, General Fund since 2012, and more recently Coordinated Entry,
CESH, PLHA, HHAP and HOME-ARP grants. As the county's designated Community Action Agency, CAPSLO receives State
funding through the Community Services Block Grant from the CA Community Services District. In 2017, CAPSLO was
awarded a federal Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration (SAMHSA) grant for providing services to
dual-diagnosed, chronically homeless individuals in its SLO-Hub program, one of only 20 grants awarded nationally. In
2024, SLO-Hub was funded for another five-year cycle.
B.2. Describe how the organization participates in HMIS, Coordinated Entry, and the San Luis Obispo County
Continuum of Care.
CAPSLO has been the Management Entity for the SLO Continuum of Care (CoC) Coordinated Entry System (CES) since
2016, often taking a leadership role in assisting other agencies as they have joined in recent years. In addition to the
Coordinated Entry assessment, the CoC partners provide a comprehensive spectrum of services for those experiencing
or at risk of homelessness, including outreach, shelter, housing navigation, and supportive services. Last year CAPSLO
transitioned all CES activities from the CAPSLO internal database to the SLO CoC HMIS system. This grant year, CAPSLO
will employ additional staffing to better fulfill CES's needs, such as implementing a Community Queue that makes shelter
program referrals. CAPSLO worked closely with the SLO CoC to establish the first officially designated HSOC Coordinated
Entry Committee, which will continue to provide guidance and oversight. At the same time, CAPSLO revises the CES
guidance and policies. CAPSLO will work with SLO County DSS and HSOC to reach out to other homeless services
providers to expand SLO CoC CES.
B.3. Briefly describe your organization’s auditing requirements, including those for the proposed project.
As outlined in 2 CFR § 200.500 and 24 CFR § 5.801
CAPSLO undergoes an agency-wide, rigorous audit process annually by the firm of Brown Armstrong Certified Public
Accountants. The process includes inquiry and observation to understand and evaluate CAPSLO’s internal controls,
confirmations, interim testing and compliance audits, and substantive procedural analysis. Critical audit areas include
compliance with federal and state awards, expenses for program and support services, accounts payable and accrued
liabilities, program revenue and unearned deferred revenue, cash, property and equipment, and long-term debt. A
summary of the audit is formally presented by Brown Armstrong to both the Audit and Finance Committees of the
Board, as well as the full Board of Directors and senior management. Additionally, CAPSLO Homeless Services
participates in County of San Luis Obispo CDBG and other HUD program reviews and desk audits as required.
B.3.a. Please upload the following documentation:
Attachment D - Most Recent Audit *Required
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**No files uploaded
B.4. Describe the organization’s experience delivering related programs/projects.
In 1989, CAPSLO established its Homeless Services Division, providing day services, overnight sheltering, case
management and a variety of other services using Whole Person Care to meet the needs of homeless individuals and
families in SLO County. For example, CAPSLO opened the County's first Warming Center in 2009 and the first Safe
Parking Program in 2010. Since 2017 its SLO-Hub program has offered counseling and addiction services to dual
diagnosed individuals. In 2019, CAPSLO completed construction and began operating the new 40 Prado Homeless
Services Center (40P HSC), offering day and night emergency shelter services, meals, showers, health screenings at the
on-site clinic, recuperative care for those recently released from the hospital, animal kennels, a community garden,
internet access, and a mail and message center to facilitate job searches. CAPSLO adheres to Housing First, Low Barrier,
Harm Reduction, and Trauma-Informed Care approaches. CAPSLO also operates the Supportive Services for Veteran
Families (SSVF) Program which is designed to provide a range of supportive services to address barriers to stable housing
for low-income Veterans and those at risk of becoming homeless, and to assist Veterans who are homeless make a
successful transition to permanent housing. With the commitment to providing participants with easier access to care,
CAPSLO has worked diligently to collaborate with service providers to bring necessary services on-site.
B.5. How will you document and maintain income status or presumed benefit status of each beneficiary in compliance
with regulations?
CAPSLO’s digital client intake forms document, maintain, and store this data into the Client Track database. Income
verification for CDBG/ESG beneficiaries is provided in accordance with 24 CFR Part 5. Client Track is an advanced case
management and housing solution system acquired by CAPSLO. This tracking system is HMIS-compliant and is used to
collect and manage client data associated with assessments on and referrals for individual clients at a higher level of
detail than the county’s HMIS. CAPSLO has also participated in the county’s HMIS since its inception and currently has
trained program staff and a license for operation. CAPSLO uses the program for client file management, case
management coordination, and service reporting. All client information is stored in Client Track’s secure cloud-based
system to ensure confidentiality.
B.6. Briefly describe your agency’s record keeping system with relevance to the proposed project.
CAPSLO participates in the County’s Homeless Management Information System (HMIS) as required, and also utilizes its
own database, Client Track, to collect client data that does not require HMIS entry, such as the CenCal-funded
Recuperative Care Programming, and to keep and store client files that include demographic data (race/ethnicity,
gender, age, disability and military status), family information (household size and income), attendance, services
accessed, individual daily client activities and incidents, services provided, meals, and referrals. As of October 1, 2024,
the County’s Clarity system will be Homeless Services’ primary database.
B.7. Identify all budgeted funds for project related costs. Include leveraged funding to exhibit financial sustainability
of the project beyond the grant term if awarded.
Approximately 67% of CAPSLO Homeless Services' $2.5 million 2024 budget is received from various state and local
government grants; the remainder is private donations, Friends of 40 Prado fundraising, and corporate giving. A $5
million grant from the Day One Foundation in 2022 is earmarked for the new 46 Prado Family Campus and is restricted
to housing families, who comprise only 20% of all shelter clients, leaving a gap for shelter operations. CAPSLO still
struggles with sustaining the growing operations of the Prado Homeless Services Center, and depends on state and local
government funding for operational expenses. Donor fatigue and donor competition for homeless services are causing
other private sources of revenue, such as Friends of 40 Prado fundraising, to decrease.
B.8. Does your organization comply with the Generally Accepted Accounting Principles?
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As outlined in 2 CFR § 200
Yes
Required Acknowledgement for Federal Grants or Contracts
B.9. Does your organization certify that, if awarded funds, it will comply with the requirements as shown as Example
Exhibit D-General Conditions and Example Exhibit E- Special Conditions?
Yes
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C. Proposed Project & Project
Details
Completed by planning@capslo.org on 10/6/2024 1:30 PM
Case Id: 30261
Name: Community Action Partnership of San Luis
Obispo County, Inc. - 2025Address: 46 Prado Road, San Luis Obispo, CA 93401
C. Proposed Project & Project Details
Please provide the following information.
C.1. Name of Proposed Project
CAPSLO Prado Homeless Services Center (Prado HSC) 2025-26
C.2. Project/Program Address
46 Prado Road San Luis Obispo, CA 93401
C.3. Areas Served-Select all that apply
City of Arroyo Grande
City of Atascadero
City of Grover Beach
City of Morro Bay
City of Paso Robles
City of Pismo Beach
City of San Luis Obispo
Unincorporated Community
Countywide
C.4. Provide a brief narrative of the proposed project, including projected outcomes:
The Prado HSC in San Luis Obispo offers an access center and emergency shelter services, meals, showers, health
screenings at the CHC on-site clinic, services to dual-diagnosed individuals, recuperative care for those recently
released from the hospital, animal kennels, a community garden, laundry, Safe Parking, internet access, and a mail
and message center to facilitate job and housing searches. Case managers and staff assist clients in creating
individualized plans with set goals and objectives to obtain housing and self-sufficiency. CAPSLO provides shelter for
130-150 households through hoteling, shelter beds, and the Overflow and Warming Center Programs. General Fund
Support will be directed towards Access Center Services at Prado HSC. Participants who are only receiving Access
Center services can stay at Prado HSC until 10pm, allowing them to have dinner, attend support groups, and plan with
staff on their goals. Prado HSC is operating an expanded Warming Center program, with a capacity of 50 beds, which
now operates year-round, and is only dependent on the weather, not time of the year. PLHA funding will be directed
towards the Housing Focused Shelter program, described in detail in question C.6.
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Attachment E – If applicable, attach most recent annual performance report
**No files uploaded
C.5. What is the level of need for this activity within SLO County? Please include data to support your answer.
San Luis Obispo County consistently ranks among one of the most expensive areas to live in the nation, with the
current median home cost at $1,000,000, while the median income is $78,481 annually. United Way’s 2023 Real Cost
Measure shows a combined income of $97,882 is necessary for a family comprised of two adults and two children to
meet basic needs, while two adults working minimum wage jobs would earn $52,000 per year. The rental vacancy rate
has fluctuated between 2-5% over the last ten years, making affordable rentals scarce, and causing even more
families to be extremely cost-burdened, or doubling/tripling up to pay rent. CAPSLO’s Prado Homeless Services Center
(Prado HSC) routinely serves over 1,000 unhoused individuals per year. The 2024 San Luis Obispo County biennial
Point-in-Time homeless enumeration report, The San Luis Obispo Community Report, showed 1,175 homeless
individuals in San Luis Obispo County in January 2024. Of those, 800 were unsheltered, living on the streets, in
encampments, or in vehicles. Of those who were unsheltered, 28.8% reported behavioral health illnesses, and 34.3%
reported Substance Use Disorder. When asked about their barriers to housing, 25.8% reported physical disabilities,
8.8% reported medical issues, and 33.6% reported psychiatric disabilities. The county's overnight shelters are filled to
capacity every night, and families with children are given priority to beds. Those living at and below the poverty level
are the most affected, as the cost of Fair Market Value housing far exceeds their income.
C.5.a. Please upload the following documentation:
Attachment F – Timeline: Attach a timeline for key steps of project implementation. *Required
**No files uploaded
C.6. Is this effort new, continuing, or expanding? Please describe.
The effort is continuing, and expanding with a new approach. CAPSLO will be continuing its new Housing-Focused
Shelter Program (HFSP) with a 90-Day Bed Program, which was launched last year. This housing-first model is focused
on connecting clients to housing through rapid engagement with Housing Navigation and problem-solving services.
These supplemental services are provided to all participants in the shelter program. Those participating in the Housing
Focused Shelter Program are focused on securing housing, working with their assigned Housing Navigators and
assigned Homeless Services Workers to address any barriers they encounter in their stay at Prado HSC, finding steady
employment and/or income, and obtaining all necessary documents for housing. Having a secure place to sleep each
night allows clients to better focus on working with their Case Manager and Housing Navigator, who assists clients in
developing a housing plan. If appropriate, 30-day extensions are approved for clients who are unable to meet with a
Housing Navigator or for those who need more time to secure housing, but have been following through with
program requirements. This new system consists of 87 individual and 28 family beds, with 8 of the beds serving as
night-by-night shelter beds that can either be filled by the outreach team or through the Recuperative Care program
(serving individuals who have recently been discharged from hospitals and would otherwise recover on the street).
Participants who are only receiving Access Center services (formerly Day Center) are now able to stay at Prado HSC
until 10 pm, allowing them to have dinner, attend support groups, and plan with staff on their goals. In addition,
Prado HSC is operating an expanded Warming Center program, with a capacity of 50 beds, which now operates year-
round, and is only dependent on the weather, not time of the year.
C.7. Describe how the project will align with a (or multiple) Line(s) of Effort to support the San Luis Obispo
Countywide Plan to Address Homelessness (2022-2027).
LOE1: Create affordable and appropriately designed housing opportunities and shelter options for underserved
populations – With the increasing number of unhoused individuals in SLO County, the Prado Homeless Services Center
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(HSC) is now at capacity every night. Families are given shelter priority or individuals, but families are approximately
only 20% of shelter participants. Prado HSC continues to be the largest shelter program in SLO CoC, providing
emergency shelter for 1,230 non-duplicated individuals in SLO County in FY 23-24. LOE 2: Focus efforts to reduce or
eliminate the barriers to housing stability for those experiencing homelessness or at risk of homelessness, including
prevention, diversion, supportive services, and housing navigation efforts - At CAPSLO, case managers and housing
staff assist clients in creating individualized plans with set goals and objectives to obtain housing and self-sufficiency.
They screen clients to establish which individuals have the greatest need. For eviction prevention assistance, clients
must provide proof of emergency need, participate in the Case Management program and show that they can afford
the monthly rent once housed. Case managers continue to work with their housed clients for six months after
placement, further supporting their success. LOE 3: Improve and expand data management efforts through HMIS and
coordinated entry system to strengthen data-driven operational guidance and strategic oversight. CAPSLO is
supporting and is involved with County efforts to strengthen the CES by replacing the current HMIS data system. The
CES is implementing a new Community Queue, so that any CoC participating agency can place an individual on the list
for the next available housing opportunity. LOE4: Create, identify, and streamline funding and resources - CAPSLO is
working with CenCal Health to utilize HHIP funding through CalAIM for Enhanced Case Management and Recuperative
Care. In addition, CAPSLO received private funding for homeless families with children. LOE5: Strengthen Regional
Collaboration – CAPSLO’s long-standing tradition of partnering with organizations to enhance and not duplicate
services aligns with LOE5. CAPSLO routinely works with other organizations including those within the SLO Supportive
Housing Consortium, and actively advocates with the partner organizations that provide permanent housing. CAPSLO
staff identify the best options for the most complicated and challenging situations presented and most often this
includes extensive partnerships with other organizations. In its strategic planning process, CAPSLO is intentionally
aligning with the San Luis Obispo Countywide Plan to Address Homelessness, 2022-2027. LOE6: Build public
engagement through information-sharing and partnership - Monthly Town Hall sessions are being held at Prado HSC,
allowing for clients to ask questions, air concerns, and provide input regarding the new approach and other issues.
Whenever possible, CAPSLO incorporates peer leadership, especially in outreach activities.
C.8. Select all population(s) expected to be served through this project:
Adults with children
Adults without children
Elderly/Senior
Parenting Youth
Persons Experiencing Chronic Homelessness
Persons At Risk of Homelessness
Veterans
Domestic Violence Survivors
Persons with Disabilities
Unaccompanied Youth (under 25 years of age)
Individuals with Co-occurring Disorders (Substance Use and Mental Health)
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Low – Moderate Income Persons or Households
C.9. How does your program/service complement and collaborate with existing efforts in the County? Describe how
the program/project will increase capacity of services/housing for persons experiencing homelessness and at-risk
persons in the County.
CAPSLO has a long-standing tradition of partnering with organizations to enhance, not duplicate, services. With the
commitment to providing participants with easier access to care, CAPSLO has worked diligently to collaborate with
service providers to bring necessary services on-site. As previously noted, CAPSLO is the Management Entity in
Coordinated Entry and frequently contracts with ECHO, 5CHC, and SLO Legal Aid Foundation. CAPSLO's commitment
to and role within CES has allowed it to align programming changes with the strategic goals of the SLO CoC.
C.10. Describe any consultation with local jurisdictions to gain support for the project. Describe any support you
have from local jurisdictions.
CAPSLO Homeless Services Division works with the Cities of Pismo Beach and San Luis Obispo to support their efforts
in addressing homelessness. Currently, the City of Pismo Beach funds a small grant to support general operations at
the Prado Homeless Services Center. The City of San Luis Obispo, in addition to its CDBG allocation, also supports
homeless services operations through its General Fund for Safe Parking and Warming Center, as well as homeless
prevention through the Human Relations Commission's Grants-in-Aid.
Attachment G – Letters of Support: Please attach any letters of support or commitment from local
governments or community partners.
**No files uploaded
C.11. Describe how you will ensure that the proposed project is accessible to communities of color which are
disproportionately impacted by homelessness, particularly Black, Latinx, Asian, Pacific Islander, and Native and
Indigenous communities. If you have previously received a grant to serve any of the affected communities, please
provide a brief description of those grant activities and the outcomes you achieved.
From its beginnings at a Nipomo Head Start Center in 1965, CAPSLO has championed cultural competency with
policies, procedures, and staff in place to work with clients who speak different languages and have cultural practices
different from the majority population. More than half of agency staff are Hispanic/Latinx, many of whom are
bilingual, and 70% of CAPSLO clients are Latinx. CAPSLO’s board of directors and board committees reflect the racial
and ethnic population of the community it serves. The Homeless Services Division serves disproportionately impacted
communities at or exceeding the county's Census count, and utilizes bilingual staff and agency translation services to
address disparities in languages and culture.
C.13. Indicate the predicted, unduplicated performance outcome listed below:
Population Number of Individuals
Served
Number of Households
Served
Number of unsheltered persons to become sheltered 830 0
Number of people experiencing homelessness to be
entering permanent housing
172 0
Number of people experiencing Chronic Homelessness
served
368 0
Number of persons At-Risk of Homelessness served 48 0
Number of Unaccompanied Youth served 0 0
Number of Youth At-Risk of Homelessness served 10 0
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Number of persons in families with children served 129 0
Total 1,557 0
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D. Funding & Eligible Activities
Completed by planning@capslo.org on 10/6/2024 1:20 PM
Case Id: 30261
Name: Community Action Partnership of San Luis
Obispo County, Inc. - 2025Address: 46 Prado Road, San Luis Obispo, CA 93401
D. Funding & Eligible Activities
Please provide the following information.
D.1. Total Funding Requested
$819,985.00
D.1.a. Please upload the following documentation:
Attachment H – Budget , Leveraged-Funds, and Budget Narrative: Attach a Budget and Budget Narrative for
the project for which you are applying. The budget narrative should include FTEs to be provided. Please include the
value of any matching funding. *Required
**No files uploaded
D.2. Are you requesting HOME-TBRA funds?
No
D.3. Are you requesting CDBG funds?
Yes
D.3.a. Amount of CDBG funds requested:
$170,035.00
D.3.b. Please indicate the amount you are requesting for each jurisdiction:
Jurisdiction Amount
Arroyo Grande $0.00
Atascadero $0.00
Morro Bay $0.00
Paso Robles $0.00
Pismo Beach $0.00
San Luis Obispo $85,000.00
County $85,035.00
Total $170,035.00
D.3.c. Estimated number of unduplicated persons to benefit from CDBG funds:
1,458
D.3.d. Estimated number of unduplicated households to benefit from CDBG funds:
582
D.3.e. Please select the national objective that best applies to the proposed project.
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Please refer to "Basically CDBG" or the "CDBG Guide to National Objectives and Eligible Activities" for more
information regarding CDBG national objectives.
Low Moderate Income
LOW/MODERATE INCOME: Select which criteria the proposed project intends to qualify under to meet the
Low/Moderate Income objective.
Low/Moderate Income Clientele
D.3.f. Identify all eligible activities that apply to the proposed project:
Public Services -General
Operating Costs of Homeless/AIDS Patients Programs
Senior Services
Handicapped Services
Legal Services
Youth Services
Transportation Services
Substance Abuse Services
Services for Battered and Abused Spouses
Crime Awareness or Neighborhood Cleanups
Fair Housing Activities
Tenant/Landlord/Housing Counseling
Child Care Services
Health Services
Services for Abused and Neglected Children
Mental Health Services
Job Training and Job Placement Services
Subsistence Payments, Homeless Assistance, Rental Housing Subsidies or Security Deposits
Assistance to microenterprises (technical assistance, business support services, and other similar services to
owners of microenterprises or persons developing microenterprises)
Minor Home Repair
D.3.g. Explain how the proposed project meets the selected National Objective:
The proposed project meets the National Objective because 100% of the beneficiaries of the proposed activities will
be Low/Moderate income persons. The specific group of persons the proposed project will serve are homeless
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persons. CAPSLO requests documentation of family/individual income for clients of the 40 Prado Homeless Services
Center. This meets the CDBG primary National Objective, since more than 70% of funds received will be expended on
activities that benefit Low/Moderate income clients.
D.3.h. Will the services offered by your organization increase or expand as a result of CDBG assistance?
Yes
Explain how your services will increase or expand as a result of CDBG assistance:
CAPSLO anticipates serving more individuals at the shelter than last year as a result of CDBG assistance.
D.3.i. Describe how the project will directly benefit the populations identified.
The Prado Homeless Services Center directly benefits low-income and very low-income populations who are homeless
by providing shelter, providing basic needs such as showers and meals, and engaging them in a partnership with
community outreach programs to set them on a path to housing. CAPSLO's system of diversion and case management
ensures that homeless individuals across the county are connected to social security benefits, physical and behavioral
health care, community resources, available employment training and workforce development programs, and other
supportive services that promote long-term health and housing stability.
D.4. Are you requesting PLHA funds?
Yes
D.4.a. Amount of PLHA funds requested:
$249,950.00
D.4.b. Estimated number of unduplicated persons to benefit from PLHA funds:
550
D.4.c. Estimated number of unduplicated households to benefit from PLHA funds:
220
D.4.d. Identify all eligible activities that apply to the proposed project:
Rapid Re-Housing
Rental Assistance
Supportive/Case Management
Operating and Capital Costs for Navigation Centers
Operating and Capital Costs for Emergency Shelters
Operating and Capital Costs for New Construction, Rehabilitation, and Preservation of Permanent and
Transitional Housing
D.4.e. Describe all eligible activities that apply to the proposed project:
CAPSLO will be continuing its new Housing-Focused Shelter Program (HFSP) with a 90-Day Bed Program, which was
launched last year. This housing-first model is focused on connecting clients to housing through rapid engagement
with Housing Navigation and problem-solving services. These supplemental services are provided to all participants in
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the shelter program. Those participating in the Housing Focused Shelter Program are focused on securing housing,
working with their assigned Housing Navigators and assigned Homeless Services Workers to address any barriers they
encounter in their stay at Prado HSC, finding steady employment and/or income, and obtaining all necessary
documents for housing. Having a secure place to sleep each night allows clients to better focus on working with their
Case Manager and Housing Navigator, who assists clients in developing a housing plan. If appropriate, 30-day
extensions are approved for clients who are unable to meet with a Housing Navigator or for those who need more
time to secure housing, but have been following through with program requirements. This new system consists of 87
individual and 28 family beds, with 8 of the beds serving as night-by-night shelter beds that can either be filled by the
outreach team or through the Recuperative Care program (serving individuals who have recently been discharged
from hospitals and would otherwise recover on the street).
D.5. Are you requesting ESG funds?
Yes
D.5.a. Amount of ESG funds requested:
$100,000.00
Attachment K – ESG Policies and Procedures for each activity you are applying for *Required
**No files uploaded
D.5.b. Identify all eligible activities and their amounts that apply to the proposed project:
Eligible Activities Amount Approximate Persons Served
Emergency Shelter $100,000.00 550
Street Outreach $0.00 339
Rapid Re-Housing $0.00 0
Homelessness Prevention $0.00 48
HMIS $0.00 938
Total $100,000.00 1,875
D.5.c. ESG Matching Funds (1:1 Match Required)
Funding Source Amount
CDBG Funding $100,000.00
Total $100,000.00
D.6. Are you requesting General Fund Support funds?
Yes
D.6.a. Amount of GFS funds requested:
$300,000.00
D.6.b. Estimated number of unduplicated persons to benefit from GFS funds:
1,100
D.6.c. Estimated number of unduplicated households to benefit from GFS funds:
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D.6.d. Identify all eligible activities that apply to the proposed project:
Emergency Shelters
Warming Centers
Safe Parking
Street Outreach
Essential Services for Persons Experiencing Homelessness
Tenant Based Rental Assistance-TBRA
D.6.e. Describe all eligible activities that apply to the proposed project:
This funding will be directed towards Access Center Services at Prado Homeless Services Center (Prado HSC) in San
Luis Obispo. offers an access center (formerly Day Center) with meals, showers, health screenings at the CHC on-site
clinic, services to dual-diagnosed individuals, recuperative care for those recently released from the hospital, animal
kennels, a community garden, laundry, internet access, and a mail and message center to facilitate job and housing
searches. Case managers and staff assist clients in creating individualized plans with set goals and objectives to obtain
housing and self-sufficiency. Participants who are only receiving Access Center services are now able to stay at Prado
HSC until 10pm, allowing them to have dinner, attend support groups, and plan with staff on their goals. In addition,
Prado HSC is operating an expanded Warming Center program, with a capacity of 50 beds, which now operates year-
round, and is only dependent on the weather, not time of the year.
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E. Required Documents
Completed by planning@capslo.org on 10/6/2024 1:30 PM
Case Id: 30261
Name: Community Action Partnership of San Luis
Obispo County, Inc. - 2025Address: 46 Prado Road, San Luis Obispo, CA 93401
E. Required Documents
Please provide the following information.
Documentation
Attachment L – Supplemental Documentation
**No files uploaded
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Submit
Completed by planning@capslo.org on 10/6/2024 1:31 PM
Case Id: 30261
Name: Community Action Partnership of San Luis
Obispo County, Inc. - 2025Address: 46 Prado Road, San Luis Obispo, CA 93401
Submit
Please provide the following information.
The applicant certifies that all information contained in this application, and supporting documentation, given
for the purpose of obtaining assistance, is true and complete to the best of the applicant’s knowledge.
I hereby certify that our organization has complied with all applicable laws and regulations pertaining to the
application and is an eligible applicant for the requested funding.The organization proposes to provide the program
services or complete the project identified in this application. If this application is approved and this organization
receives the requested funding this organization agrees to adhere to all relevant Federal, State, and local regulations
and other assurances as required by the Commission.
I hereby certify that the organization is fully capable of fulfilling its obligation under this application, as stated
herein.
I further certify that the information provided in this Funding Application is correct, accurate, and complete.
In addition, the content of the application shall be incorporated as part of the written agreement and, as such, will be
used to monitor performance. Activities, commitments, and representations described in the written agreement that
are not subsequently made a part of the program/project as funded shall be considered a material contract failure
and may result in a repayment of all awarded funds and/or suspension from participation in future funding rounds.
Authorized Representative Signature
Elizabeth "Biz" Steinberg
Electronically signed by planning@capslo.org on 10/6/2024 1:21 PM
Authorized Representative Title
Chief Executive Officer
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Overview
Completed by grants@pshhc.org on 10/3/2024 2:42 PM
Case Id: 30243
Name: PSSH Public Service Grant - 2025
Address: 1060 Kendall Road, San Luis Obispo, CA 93401
Overview
Please provide the following information.
County of San Luis
Obispo
Public Service Grants
Program
Department of Social Services
Adult and Homeless Services Branch
PO Box 8119
San Luis Obispo, CA 93403-8119
SS_HomelessGrants@co.slo.ca.us
For each Public Services (including Minor Home Repair) funding source, an overview is available that includes program
description, federal award information, eligible applicants, eligible activities, eligible beneficiaries, and reporting in the
County of San Luis Obispo Notice of Funding Availability, 2025 Action Plan:
Section II.C for Community Development Block Grant (CDBG) Overview
Section II.D for Emergency Solutions Grant (ESG) Overview
Section II.E for HOME-TBRA Investment Partnerships Program (HOME) Overview
Section II.F for Permanent Local Housing Allocation (PLHA) Overview
Section II.H for General Fund Support (GFS) Overview
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A. Applicant Information
Completed by grants@pshhc.org on 10/4/2024 2:51 PM
Case Id: 30243
Name: PSSH Public Service Grant - 2025
Address: 1060 Kendall Road, San Luis Obispo, CA 93401
A. Applicant Information
Please provide the following information.
PRIMARY APPLICANT INFORMATION-LEAD AGENCY
A.1. Organization Name
People's Self-Help Housing
A.2. Type of Organization
Non-Profit
A.2.b. Please upload the following documentation:
Attachment A - Proof of Active SAM.gov Registration *Required
**No files uploaded
A.3. UEI Number: For more information, visit SAM.GOV
95-2750154
A.4. Address
1060 Kendall Road San Luis Obispo, CA 93401
A.5. Is the organization faith based?
No
A.6. Date of Incorporation
07/21/1971
A.6.a. Please upload the following documentation:
Attachment B – Incorporation Documents *Required
**No files uploaded
Attachment C – Organization Mission Statement *Required
**No files uploaded
A.7. Required Acknowledgement of Insurance Requirements. Has your organization read and understood the
insurance requirements listed in “Example Exhibit D – General Conditions” in the Library?
Yes
A.8. Annual Operating Budget
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$15,975,685.00
A.9. Number of Paid Staff
231
A.10. Number of Volunteers
100
CONTACT INFORMATION
A.11. Contact Person Name
Laura Gaisie
A.12. Contact Person Title
Grants Specialist
A.13. Phone Number
(805) 548-2357
A.14. Email
grants@pshhc.org
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B. Applicant Capacity
Completed by grants@pshhc.org on 10/3/2024 3:12 PM
Case Id: 30243
Name: PSSH Public Service Grant - 2025
Address: 1060 Kendall Road, San Luis Obispo, CA 93401
B. Applicant Capacity
Please provide the following information.
B.1. Describe the organization’s history of receiving and managing grants from County/State/Federal sources.
People's Self-Help Housing (PSHH) has a substantial history of receiving and managing funds from County/State/Federal
sources. Over the past five years, PSHH has managed and implemented various federally funded projects, demonstrating
financial capacity, feasibility, and sustainability. Key highlights of PSHH's experience include: • Community Development
Block Grant (CDBG) funding from Ventura County and City for over 5 years to provide Supportive Housing Program (SHP)
services • County of San Luis Obispo Continuum of Care funding in FYE23-24 • Multi-year CDBG funding from San Luis
Obispo County jurisdictions for SHP services • $200,000 ARPA award in 2023 for SHP services in San Luis Obispo County
• City of Santa Barbara funding for SHP services at Victoria Hotel and Heath House • Capital CDBG funding from Santa
Maria for Education Department learning center rehab • Regular regional, state and federal grants and forgivable loans
to the Multifamily Housing Development Department for new affordable housing properties • Over $1 million in
Paycheck Protection Program (PPP) funding • Recurring HUD Technical Assistance funding • Recurring HUD Service
Coordinators in Multifamily Housing funding
B.2. Describe how the organization participates in HMIS, Coordinated Entry, and the San Luis Obispo County
Continuum of Care.
Last year, PSHH received San Luis Obispo Continuum of Care (CoC) funding to bring all homeless set-aside units and their
residents’ units online with HMIS over the next year. This includes new County units opening during the grant period,
which includes our rejoining of Continuum of Care in FY23-24, and the addition of Tiburon Place with 68 units and 10
homeless set-aside units. PSHH is set to increase its HMIS participation by incorporating more homeless set-aside units,
which will improve data entry and uphold quality standards. The Compliance Department will handle HMIS data entry,
while all vacancies in HMIS-participating units will be filled through CES referrals, following Housing First principles. As a
member of the San Luis Obispo County Continuum of Care, PSHH will persist in providing Supportive Services, Rental
Assistance, and Permanent Housing, employing effective strategies such as Housing First principles, Progressive
Engagement, and efforts to increase income for people experiencing homelessness. Additionally, PSHH has previously
participated in these systems as one of the members of the original CoC cohort when the CoC was founded in San Luis
Obispo County.
B.3. Briefly describe your organization’s auditing requirements, including those for the proposed project.
As outlined in 2 CFR § 200.500 and 24 CFR § 5.801
As a recipient of over $750,000 in federal funds per year, SHP is required to have a third-party, Single Audit every year.
The Accounting and Finance Department uses the Generally Accepted Accounting Principles and operates on a cash
basis. All projects operated and financed by the organization and its supporters are subject to the requirements
contained within the frameworks of the Single Audit and the Generally Accepted Accounting Principles.
B.3.a. Please upload the following documentation:
Attachment D - Most Recent Audit *Required
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**No files uploaded
B.4. Describe the organization’s experience delivering related programs/projects.
PSHH has provided SHP services to our residents, free of charge, for over 18 years. These services help retain residents,
even when they are in danger of losing their home due to lease violations and nonpayment of rent. SHP helps keep
resident evictions near zero. SHP usage in San Luis Obispo County is still up more than 40% compared to pre-pandemic
levels, and SHP's clinical social workers have assisted over 70% of San Luis Obispo County households in the past 12
months.
B.5. How will you document and maintain income status or presumed benefit status of each beneficiary in compliance
with regulations?
PSHH collects and verifies information on family size, income, disability, and senior status in accordance with federal
HUD and USDA regulations as part of a household’s application process prior to move in at a PSHH property. Once
residing at a PSHH rental property, every household’s income and size is recertified annually including those receiving
services through Supportive Housing Program (SHP), for which grant funding is sought. In most cases, household income
may not exceed 50% of the Area Median Income (AMI) at move-in. Household size, income, disability, and senior status
information is stored in PSHH’s resident database, which is easily cross referenced with the client database maintained
by the Supportive Housing Program.
B.6. Briefly describe your agency’s record keeping system with relevance to the proposed project.
PSHH uses two databases, relevant to the program. The first is the organization’s resident database, maintained by the
Property Management Department. This database stores information on every PSHH household, including household
members, ages, race and ethnicity, income at move-in, and income level at the most recent recertification. The second
database is the SHP program database, used to store case management records, and is maintained by PSHH clinical
social workers. This database includes case files and notes, which are tagged for specific services provided during
instances of service, and it is easily cross referenced with the resident database. These tags (crisis intervention,
healthcare services, food assistance, transportation, counseling services, and legal issues) are relevant to various
outcomes, outputs, and funder reports.
B.7. Identify all budgeted funds for project related costs. Include leveraged funding to exhibit financial sustainability
of the project beyond the grant term if awarded.
Please see attached budget for available and leveraged funds.
B.8. Does your organization comply with the Generally Accepted Accounting Principles?
As outlined in 2 CFR § 200
Yes
Required Acknowledgement for Federal Grants or Contracts
B.9. Does your organization certify that, if awarded funds, it will comply with the requirements as shown as Example
Exhibit D-General Conditions and Example Exhibit E- Special Conditions?
Yes
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C. Proposed Project & Project
Details
Completed by grants@pshhc.org on 10/4/2024 10:31 AM
Case Id: 30243
Name: PSSH Public Service Grant - 2025
Address: 1060 Kendall Road, San Luis Obispo, CA 93401
C. Proposed Project & Project Details
Please provide the following information.
C.1. Name of Proposed Project
Supportive Housing for San Luis Obispo residents
C.2. Project/Program Address
1060 Kendall Road San Luis Obispo, CA 93401
C.3. Areas Served-Select all that apply
City of Arroyo Grande
City of Atascadero
City of Grover Beach
City of Morro Bay
City of Paso Robles
City of Pismo Beach
City of San Luis Obispo
Unincorporated Community
Name of Unincorporated Community:
Avila Beach, Cambria, Los Osos, Oceano, Templeton
Countywide
C.4. Provide a brief narrative of the proposed project, including projected outcomes:
PSHH will provide clinical social services and case management of the Supportive Housing Program (SHP) to residents
of PSHH’s 29 affordable rental properties in San Luis Obispo County. The vast majority of households are classified as
very-low income, earning 50% or less AMI. Services are being held virtually and onsite at the properties where
residents live, weekdays between 9 am and 6 pm. Services are free, confidential, and always optional, and are
provided by licensed and associate clinical social workers (LCSWs and ACSWs) with a master’s degree in counseling or
social services. Services prevent homelessness among some of the region’s most vulnerable residents while enhancing
housing stability and resiliency.
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Attachment E – If applicable, attach most recent annual performance report
**No files uploaded
C.5. What is the level of need for this activity within SLO County? Please include data to support your answer.
The need for the Supportive Housing Program (SHP) in San Luis Obispo (SLO) County is critical due to the shortage of
affordable housing and the high percentage of vulnerable populations facing housing instability. According to the
California Housing Partnership’s 2023 Housing Needs Report, SLO County requires an additional 13,000 affordable
rental homes to meet the needs of its low-income residents. The shortage disproportionately affects very low and
extremely low-income households, which make up a significant portion of PSHH’s resident population. Given that the
majority of PSHH’s households earn 50% or less of the Area Median Income (AMI), they are particularly vulnerable to
economic fluctuations, eviction, and homelessness. Additionally, the 2023 San Luis Obispo County Point-in-Time (PIT)
count recorded over 1,450 homeless individuals, an increase from previous years. Many of these individuals are
struggling with mental health challenges, substance abuse issues, or are transition-age youth—all populations that
benefit from PSHH’s Supportive Housing Program. PSHH’s SHP addresses these critical needs by offering free,
confidential, and voluntary supportive services to residents who are at risk of homelessness and housing instability,
enhancing resident’s ability to remain stably housed.
C.5.a. Please upload the following documentation:
Attachment F – Timeline: Attach a timeline for key steps of project implementation. *Required
**No files uploaded
C.6. Is this effort new, continuing, or expanding? Please describe.
This is a continuing and an expanding effort. SHP has been a service provided for over 18 years. Over the next twelve
months, PSHH is opening at least two new properties to occupancy, which will grow demand for the program,
including our most recent project at Calle Joaquin which will serve 76 units.
C.7. Describe how the project will align with a (or multiple) Line(s) of Effort to support the San Luis Obispo
Countywide Plan to Address Homelessness (2022-2027).
1) Create affordable and appropriately designed housing opportunities and shelter options for underserved
populations. (Through unit turnover.) 2) Focus efforts to reduce or eliminate the barriers to housing stability for those
experiencing homelessness or at risk of homelessness, including prevention, diversion, supportive services, and
housing navigation efforts. (Via SHP services.) 3) Improve and expand data management efforts through HMIS and
coordinated entry system to strengthen data-driven operational guidance and strategic oversight. (Through SHP's new
HMIS participation) 4) Create, identify, and streamline funding and resources. (Via leveraging of project funding.) 5)
Strengthen Regional Collaboration. 6) Build public engagement through information-sharing and partnership. (Via SHP
stakeholder and partnership relationship building.)
C.8. Select all population(s) expected to be served through this project:
Adults with children
Adults without children
Elderly/Senior
Parenting Youth
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Persons Experiencing Chronic Homelessness
Persons At Risk of Homelessness
Veterans
Domestic Violence Survivors
Persons with Disabilities
Unaccompanied Youth (under 25 years of age)
Individuals with Co-occurring Disorders (Substance Use and Mental Health)
Low – Moderate Income Persons or Households
C.9. How does your program/service complement and collaborate with existing efforts in the County? Describe how
the program/project will increase capacity of services/housing for persons experiencing homelessness and at-risk
persons in the County.
SHP complements and collaborates with existing efforts by connecting PSHH residents with community partnerships
and programs that augment onsite services and promote health and housing stability. We continually strive to forge
new partnerships and deepen existing relationships with public agencies, such as SLO County Public Health, the
Department of Social Services, and the Housing Authority of SLO. Our clinical case managers and social workers
routinely coordinate appointments for our residents, assist them with intake processes, and accompany them at
appointments as necessary, providing mediation, language support, and service navigation assistance to ensure more
equitable and seamless service provision. SHP staff remain apprised of emerging regulations, updates to income
restrictions, and eligibility requirements at these public agencies. Our program also complements DHHS services by
helping PSHH residents anticipate and mitigate challenges before they occur, thereby reducing staff time and program
resources invested by DHHS.
C.10. Describe any consultation with local jurisdictions to gain support for the project. Describe any support you
have from local jurisdictions.
SHP is currently supported by City of Morro Bay CDBG and portions of the project have been approved for County of
San Luis Obispo Continuum of Care funding. The project is also supported by the City of San Luis Obispo municipal
grant funds, County CBO/PHG funding, and County ARPA funds. County CDBG capital funding has been provided to
many PSHH properties during construction, with the supportive services offered by SHP serving as a critical
component of funding decisions.
Attachment G – Letters of Support: Please attach any letters of support or commitment from local
governments or community partners.
**No files uploaded
C.11. Describe how you will ensure that the proposed project is accessible to communities of color which are
disproportionately impacted by homelessness, particularly Black, Latinx, Asian, Pacific Islander, and Native and
Indigenous communities. If you have previously received a grant to serve any of the affected communities, please
provide a brief description of those grant activities and the outcomes you achieved.
This program serves all demographics listed, with a disproportionate number of Latinx households. Latinx households
account for 80% of clients served. PSHH has previously received grant funding for SHP, allowing us to better serve
these populations, reducing homelessness among those served. Services are provided in English and Spanish, with live
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telephone translation available in any language as needed via a contracting vendor. All PSHH households receive
information about SHP services upon move-in. Residents also receive referrals to SHP via the onsite property manager
anytime a household experience challenges that threaten family security. If residents are in danger of eviction, social
workers proactively attempt to contact the resident to begin or re-initiate services.
C.13. Indicate the predicted, unduplicated performance outcome listed below:
Population Number of Individuals
Served
Number of Households
Served
Number of unsheltered persons to become sheltered 0 0
Number of people experiencing homelessness to be
entering permanent housing
10 10
Number of people experiencing Chronic Homelessness
served
0 0
Number of persons At-Risk of Homelessness served 1400 500
Number of Unaccompanied Youth served 5 5
Number of Youth At-Risk of Homelessness served 5 5
Number of persons in families with children served 600 600
Total 2,020 1,120
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D. Funding & Eligible Activities
Completed by grants@pshhc.org on 10/4/2024 2:48 PM
Case Id: 30243
Name: PSSH Public Service Grant - 2025
Address: 1060 Kendall Road, San Luis Obispo, CA 93401
D. Funding & Eligible Activities
Please provide the following information.
D.1. Total Funding Requested
$63,647.00
D.1.a. Please upload the following documentation:
Attachment H – Budget , Leveraged-Funds, and Budget Narrative: Attach a Budget and Budget Narrative for
the project for which you are applying. The budget narrative should include FTEs to be provided. Please include the
value of any matching funding. *Required
**No files uploaded
D.2. Are you requesting HOME-TBRA funds?
No
D.3. Are you requesting CDBG funds?
Yes
D.3.a. Amount of CDBG funds requested:
$63,647.00
D.3.b. Please indicate the amount you are requesting for each jurisdiction:
Jurisdiction Amount
Arroyo Grande $0.00
Atascadero $0.00
Morro Bay $0.00
Paso Robles $0.00
Pismo Beach $0.00
San Luis Obispo $13,647.00
County $50,000.00
Total $63,647.00
D.3.c. Estimated number of unduplicated persons to benefit from CDBG funds:
1,400
D.3.d. Estimated number of unduplicated households to benefit from CDBG funds:
500
D.3.e. Please select the national objective that best applies to the proposed project.
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Please refer to "Basically CDBG" or the "CDBG Guide to National Objectives and Eligible Activities" for more
information regarding CDBG national objectives.
Low Moderate Income
LOW/MODERATE INCOME: Select which criteria the proposed project intends to qualify under to meet the
Low/Moderate Income objective.
Limited Clientele
D.3.f. Identify all eligible activities that apply to the proposed project:
Public Services -General
Operating Costs of Homeless/AIDS Patients Programs
Senior Services
Handicapped Services
Legal Services
Youth Services
Transportation Services
Substance Abuse Services
Services for Battered and Abused Spouses
Crime Awareness or Neighborhood Cleanups
Fair Housing Activities
Tenant/Landlord/Housing Counseling
Child Care Services
Health Services
Services for Abused and Neglected Children
Mental Health Services
Job Training and Job Placement Services
Subsistence Payments, Homeless Assistance, Rental Housing Subsidies or Security Deposits
Assistance to microenterprises (technical assistance, business support services, and other similar services to
owners of microenterprises or persons developing microenterprises)
Minor Home Repair
D.3.g. Explain how the proposed project meets the selected National Objective:
Over 95% of clients served meet CDBGs LMI requirements, compared to the 51% required for Low Moderate Limited
Clientele. Client income is certified according to HUD standards upon move-in and recertified annually thereafter.
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D.3.h. Will the services offered by your organization increase or expand as a result of CDBG assistance?
Yes
Explain how your services will increase or expand as a result of CDBG assistance:
CDBG assistance will enable growth of the program to include new properties opening soon within the County of San
Luis Obispo. Additionally, the social service landscape has changed since the COVID pandemic with SHP service rates
among PSHH households in the County of SLO up 40% compared to pre-pandemic rates. We anticipate the rate of
program utilization to continue increasing for the foreseeable future, but even if rates were to drop, client needs are
changing and SHP will still increase program partnerships and relationships in order to provide new and modified
services that better serve clientele.
D.3.i. Describe how the project will directly benefit the populations identified.
This program does not offer services to a presumed benefit population as PSHH "Require(s) documentation on family
size and income in order to show that at least 51 percent of the clientele are LMI" per HUD's "Basically CDBG 3.2.2"
(page 3.8).
D.4. Are you requesting PLHA funds?
No
D.5. Are you requesting ESG funds?
No
D.6. Are you requesting General Fund Support funds?
No
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E. Required Documents
Completed by grants@pshhc.org on 10/4/2024 2:55 PM
Case Id: 30243
Name: PSSH Public Service Grant - 2025
Address: 1060 Kendall Road, San Luis Obispo, CA 93401
E. Required Documents
Please provide the following information.
Documentation
Attachment L – Supplemental Documentation
**No files uploaded
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Submit
Completed by grants@pshhc.org on 10/4/2024 2:56 PM
Case Id: 30243
Name: PSSH Public Service Grant - 2025
Address: 1060 Kendall Road, San Luis Obispo, CA 93401
Submit
Please provide the following information.
The applicant certifies that all information contained in this application, and supporting documentation, given
for the purpose of obtaining assistance, is true and complete to the best of the applicant’s knowledge.
I hereby certify that our organization has complied with all applicable laws and regulations pertaining to the
application and is an eligible applicant for the requested funding.The organization proposes to provide the program
services or complete the project identified in this application. If this application is approved and this organization
receives the requested funding this organization agrees to adhere to all relevant Federal, State, and local regulations
and other assurances as required by the Commission.
I hereby certify that the organization is fully capable of fulfilling its obligation under this application, as stated
herein.
I further certify that the information provided in this Funding Application is correct, accurate, and complete.
In addition, the content of the application shall be incorporated as part of the written agreement and, as such, will be
used to monitor performance. Activities, commitments, and representations described in the written agreement that
are not subsequently made a part of the program/project as funded shall be considered a material contract failure
and may result in a repayment of all awarded funds and/or suspension from participation in future funding rounds.
Authorized Representative Signature
Laura Gaisie
Electronically signed by grants@pshhc.org on 10/4/2024 2:56 PM
Authorized Representative Title
Grants Specialist
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Overview
Completed by janna.nichols@5chc.org on 10/3/2024 3:55 PM
Case Id: 30246
Name: 5Cities Homeless Coalition - 2025
Address: 100 S 4TH ST, GROVER BEACH, CA 93433
Overview
Please provide the following information.
County of San Luis
Obispo
Public Service Grants
Program
Department of Social Services
Adult and Homeless Services Branch
PO Box 8119
San Luis Obispo, CA 93403-8119
SS_HomelessGrants@co.slo.ca.us
For each Public Services (including Minor Home Repair) funding source, an overview is available that includes program
description, federal award information, eligible applicants, eligible activities, eligible beneficiaries, and reporting in the
County of San Luis Obispo Notice of Funding Availability, 2025 Action Plan:
Section II.C for Community Development Block Grant (CDBG) Overview
Section II.D for Emergency Solutions Grant (ESG) Overview
Section II.E for HOME-TBRA Investment Partnerships Program (HOME) Overview
Section II.F for Permanent Local Housing Allocation (PLHA) Overview
Section II.H for General Fund Support (GFS) Overview
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A. Applicant Information
Completed by janna.nichols@5chc.org on 10/6/2024 1:16 PM
Case Id: 30246
Name: 5Cities Homeless Coalition - 2025
Address: 100 S 4TH ST, GROVER BEACH, CA 93433
A. Applicant Information
Please provide the following information.
PRIMARY APPLICANT INFORMATION-LEAD AGENCY
A.1. Organization Name
5Cities Homeless Coalition
A.2. Type of Organization
Non-Profit
A.2.b. Please upload the following documentation:
Attachment A - Proof of Active SAM.gov Registration *Required
**No files uploaded
A.3. UEI Number: For more information, visit SAM.GOV
KR8JGGKBKEP9
A.4. Address
100 S 4TH ST GROVER BEACH, CA 93433
A.5. Is the organization faith based?
No
A.6. Date of Incorporation
03/03/2009
A.6.a. Please upload the following documentation:
Attachment B – Incorporation Documents *Required
**No files uploaded
Attachment C – Organization Mission Statement *Required
**No files uploaded
A.7. Required Acknowledgement of Insurance Requirements. Has your organization read and understood the
insurance requirements listed in “Example Exhibit D – General Conditions” in the Library?
Yes
A.8. Annual Operating Budget
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$7,360,000.00
A.9. Number of Paid Staff
52
A.10. Number of Volunteers
200
CONTACT INFORMATION
A.11. Contact Person Name
JANNA NICHOLS
A.12. Contact Person Title
Executive Director
A.13. Phone Number
(180) 547-1740
A.14. Email
janna.nichols@5chc.org
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B. Applicant Capacity
Completed by janna.nichols@5chc.org on 10/6/2024 1:20 PM
Case Id: 30246
Name: 5Cities Homeless Coalition - 2025
Address: 100 S 4TH ST, GROVER BEACH, CA 93433
B. Applicant Capacity
Please provide the following information.
B.1. Describe the organization’s history of receiving and managing grants from County/State/Federal sources.
Currently 5CHC is contracted through 44 local, federal and state grants to provide nearly $7 million in services. Through
multiple grant monitoring activities to review 5CHC program and expenditure compliance for all local, state and federal
grants, 5CHC has consistently received high praise for program quality and outcomes; reporting; compliance; and
timeliness; and has never received a significant finding in an audit. Through CARES Act CV funds, 5CHC expended more
than $5 Million in services and facility development since 2021, including subcontracting with multiple other providers
and ensuring their compliance. 5CHC is timely in providing required reports and its billing process, meeting all required
expenditure deadlines. 5CHC's outcomes consistently exceed agreed upon program metrics.
B.2. Describe how the organization participates in HMIS, Coordinated Entry, and the San Luis Obispo County
Continuum of Care.
5CHC has participated in HMIS since 2014 and has staff dedicated to this fulfill this activity in addition to program staff.
In the past year more than 5 of the Coalition’s staff have worked with the County to assess and invest in a new HMIS
system, including the on-going HSOC Data Workgroup. 5CHC Executive Director is a member of the HMIS Project
Steering Committee. The agency’s Executive Director is currently an active member of HSOC, the Continuum of Care
oversite body. 5CHC staff regularly participate in all standing committees and work groups. 5CHC is an engaged HSOC
member, far exceeding the meeting attendance threshold of the HSOC bylaws, for both committee and full HSOC
meetings. Historically 5CHC’s Executive Director volunteered to serve as chair of both the Data/Finance and Service
Coordination committees, and volunteered on the steering committee for the County's Homeless Services Strategic Plan.
Beginning in 2019 5CHC joined with CAPSLO to participate in Coordinated Entry as a key intake partner. Annually 5CHC
has far exceeded the number of CE's completed per contract requirements. 5CHC staff are among the most active
members of the HSOC Coordinated Entry Advisory Committee, and the various workgroups addressing Coordinated
Entry reform efforts. 5Cities Homeless Coalition has been a regional lead in every Point in Time Count conducted in the
county since 2013, helping to both plan for the count as well as ensure effective regional volunteer recruitment and
implementation. In each count, 5CHC has dedicated 10 or more staff members to assist in the count. Recently 5Cities
Homeless Coalition, working with the CoC, has re-initiated a Transitional-Age Youth Advisory Board. The Youth Board
held its inaugural meeting, under 5CHC’s leadership, in September. The group is working to define it’s role, processes for
YAB participation and membership, work plan topics and calendar, with the intent of presenting some recommendations
to HSOC in the Spring of 2025.
B.3. Briefly describe your organization’s auditing requirements, including those for the proposed project.
As outlined in 2 CFR § 200.500 and 24 CFR § 5.801
5CHC complies with all applicable federal laws, statutes, and regulations including the uniform financial reporting
standards (24 CFR § 5.801) and the Uniform Administrative Requirements, Cost Principles, and Audit Requirements for
Federal Awards (2 CFR Part 200). 5CHC annually engages multiple monitoring reviews for various government contracts.
5CHC has never received a significant finding in any monitoring review. 5CHC also contracts for an independent audit
annually. For the past two years, since 2021-22 (due to increased federally sourced income) 5CHC has contracted for a
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more rigorous “Single Audit”. 5CHC's Single Audit for 2022-23 is attached; as in the prior year, there were no significant
findings by the auditor. 5CHC has engaged a local accounting firm, Glenn-Burdette, to undertake an audit for our most
recent fiscal year 2023-24. This audit is expected to be completed by February 2025.
B.3.a. Please upload the following documentation:
Attachment D - Most Recent Audit *Required
**No files uploaded
B.4. Describe the organization’s experience delivering related programs/projects.
Through three interim housing navigation centers and one drop-in access service center, 5Cities Homeless Coalition
(5CHC) assists people experiencing homelessness and those at risk of homelessness to obtain and retain housing by
offering a spectrum of wrap-around supportive services including coordinated entry and diversion (including funding for
immediate needs and relocation); street outreach; emergency shelter and interim housing; and housing stabilization
services to obtain or retain housing (including application fees, deposit, rent, past rent, utility assistance and case
management). 5Cities Homeless Coalition began offering services in 2012, initially at a single office location. Since that
time, 5CHC has expanded with a multi-service access center and three navigation centers. 5CHC’s programs have
expanded in partnership with our community to include a comprehensive array of services to meet the needs of the
continuum. 5CHC has built its program looking at best practices from multiple providers; including a special focus of
hiring those with lived experience as homeless and/or incarcerated. 5CHC endeavors to build trust, develop a sense of
community, and respect. We serve as a client advocate, reducing barriers to services, follow evidence based-models of
care, motivational interviewing. See 5CHC's year-end service report (2023-24), and examples of recently submitted
program reports (by funding source) in the supplemental documents.
B.5. How will you document and maintain income status or presumed benefit status of each beneficiary in compliance
with regulations?
5CHC has several methods for verifying income. Initial steps include self-certification of income by the client during
intake assessment. This is followed by documentation collection, in which clients provide proof of income (e.g.
employment pay stubs, Cash-Aid report, child support, SSA Benefits award letter, etc.). If a client is working a cash-only
job, we allow them to submit an employment verification form signed by their employer with appropriate contact
information. Once documents are collected, case managers complete the Income Calculation sheet which calculates
gross income for the household; calculations are then approved by the program supervisor. Annual gross income is used
to determine AMI level based on household size. 5CHC understands documentation collection may be a barrier to some
households and assists in whatever ways possible to obtain necessary documentation. Those verified to be currently
homeless with no income documentation are presumed to be low-income. Re-determination for program eligibility
occurs every 3 months for homelessness prevention clients and annualLY for rapid re-housing clients.
B.6. Briefly describe your agency’s record keeping system with relevance to the proposed project.
In keeping with our policies and procedures for this program, all client files are compiled and maintained according to a
detailed program activity checklist, utilizing standard forms for all services. Included in this are reference notes for any
required periodic updates or re-certifications. All applicable information is entered in HMIS at program entry, exit, and
as appropriate for the project. 5CHC has staff dedicated to reviewing all client files regularly for accuracy and
completeness. All payment requests include a detail of the client info, activity, funding source, and purpose. These
requests for financial assistance become part of the client file and are cross referenced for appropriate documentation
in the invoicing process. 5CHC also maintains a client walk-in and call log at our Access Center, noting the purpose of the
call/visit. This is updated daily and is maintained by 5CHC’s Coordinated Entry, Resource and Referral Specialists. Data
from this log is often used to cross-referenceprior contact with an individual who was not previously entered into a
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project in HMIS by 5CHC. All files are maintained electronically on 5CHC’s secure server, which is securely backed up
daily off-site.
B.7. Identify all budgeted funds for project related costs. Include leveraged funding to exhibit financial sustainability
of the project beyond the grant term if awarded.
It should be noted that the sustainability of this program is wholly determined by funding levels. As the majority of fund
are spent on direct financial assistance, averaging approximately $3,000 per household, the success of the program and
its future sustainability, are dependent on funding support for which there are limited sources. Sources: CDBG, HOME,
and CalAIM (HHIP 3). Additionally in-kind matching funds will be provided through case management services by
Consortium members. The impact of CalAIM’s soon to roll-out “Transitional Rent” Community Support is not yet clear,
as eligibility and guidelines are yet to be finalized.
B.8. Does your organization comply with the Generally Accepted Accounting Principles?
As outlined in 2 CFR § 200
Yes
Required Acknowledgement for Federal Grants or Contracts
B.9. Does your organization certify that, if awarded funds, it will comply with the requirements as shown as Example
Exhibit D-General Conditions and Example Exhibit E- Special Conditions?
Yes
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C. Proposed Project & Project
Details
Completed by janna.nichols@5chc.org on 10/6/2024 1:48 PM
Case Id: 30246
Name: 5Cities Homeless Coalition - 2025
Address: 100 S 4TH ST, GROVER BEACH, CA 93433
C. Proposed Project & Project Details
Please provide the following information.
C.1. Name of Proposed Project
Homeless Prevention – Countywide Services
C.2. Project/Program Address
100 S 4TH ST GROVER BEACH, CA 93433
C.3. Areas Served-Select all that apply
City of Arroyo Grande
City of Atascadero
City of Grover Beach
City of Morro Bay
City of Paso Robles
City of Pismo Beach
City of San Luis Obispo
Unincorporated Community
Name of Unincorporated Community:
All eligible communities in San Luis Obispo County.
Countywide
C.4. Provide a brief narrative of the proposed project, including projected outcomes:
5CHC seeks to continue its highly successful Homeless Prevention program to help families at-risk of homeless remain
in their home, with an anticipated 165 households receiving assistance. 5CHC's track record has demonstrated that
less than 2% of those served in the prior 24 months have fallen into homelessness after receiving assistance.
Attachment E – If applicable, attach most recent annual performance report
**No files uploaded
C.5. What is the level of need for this activity within SLO County? Please include data to support your answer.
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It is abundantly documented that stable housing, health and self-sufficiency are the keys to addressing the challenges
of homelessness. 5CHC is a community leader in providing these services to residents of San Luis Obispo County who
are experiencing homelessness or who are at-risk; however, we are seeing an alarming spike in requests for
assistance. According to a 2022 data analysis by Porch, an online home improvement and home-buying advice
website, the San Luis Obispo area is the now second least affordable small metro area in the entire United States. It is
estimated that, just since the on-set of COVID, that area rental rates have increased more than 30%. The high cost of
housing here in San Luis Obispo County is approximately 53% higher than the national average, according to Zillow
with the median rental rate having increased $400 One of the six policy recommendations made in the UCSF study,
California Statewide Study of People Experiencing Homelessness, is to “expand targeted homelessness prevention
(e.g., financial support, legal assistance) at service settings (e.g., social service agencies, healthcare settings, domestic
violence services, community organizations) for both leaseholders and non-lease holders. Expand prevention and
transition services at institutional exits (jails, prisons). Expand and strengthen eviction protections.” More than 80% of
participants in this study, who were experiencing homelessness, believed receiving a one-time payment of $5,000-
$10,000 would have prevented their homelessness. Those experiencing homelessness who lack rental history, have
poor credit, lower income, or criminal history are especially challenged in the current housing market. 5CHC has
utilized landlord incentives in prior projects and it has proved to be a vital component to secure housing for this
population. 5CHC has assisted 77 individuals re-gain housing, who would not have otherwise been able to secure
housing, with the landlord incentive program. Beyond assisting with rental assistance to prevent eviction, 5CHC also
puts considerable resources towards utility assistance, car repairs, food assistance, etc. that are often symptomatic of
growing financial instability. Without early intervention these issues can easily compound and lead to increased
housing instability and risk of homelessness. For the current year these requests have skyrockets, as several utility
assistance programs were cut (both federally and by the State). In fiscal year 2023-24, 5CHC invested more than
$500,000 in direct financial assistance, plus case management services, to help 479 residents (206 households)
throughout San Luis Obispo County to keep their home and not fall into homelessness (see 5CHC’s year-end report fy
23-24). The average investment per household is less than $2,800. In tracking the outcomes of this program, less than
2% of those served in the last 24 months have fallen into homelessness. 5CHC attempted to include multiple
hyperlinks in this response to provide requested data. These hyperlinks are available upon request.
C.5.a. Please upload the following documentation:
Attachment F – Timeline: Attach a timeline for key steps of project implementation. *Required
**No files uploaded
C.6. Is this effort new, continuing, or expanding? Please describe.
While this is a continuing program, 5CHC is seeking increased support. For the current fiscal year (24-25) funding for
homeless prevention services was reduced by more than $200,000. This equates to approximately a reduction in
5CHC’s ability to assist approximately 75 families.
C.7. Describe how the project will align with a (or multiple) Line(s) of Effort to support the San Luis Obispo
Countywide Plan to Address Homelessness (2022-2027).
The proposed project is directly aligned with Line of Effort 2 and Line of Effort 3 in the plan. Line of Effort 2: Focus
efforts to reduce or eliminate the barriers to housing stability for those experiencing homelessness or at risk of
homelessness, including prevention, diversion, supportive services, and housing navigation efforts. In particular this
program addresses Line of Effort 2.D. which calls for preventing “homelessness through expanded diversion efforts
(also known as housing problem solving or family reunification) and homeless prevention capacity.” In order to stem
the flow of those falling into homelessness in our county, and reach the County’s goal of reducing homelessness by
50%, additional resources are necessary to ensure fewer people enter the homeless services system. Homeless
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prevention is one of the most cost-effective strategies to reduce the incidence of homelessness in a community.
According to the 2023 study by Notre Dame University’s Wilson Sheehan Lab for Economic Opportunities (LEO), in
addition to helping individuals and families maintain their housing, the LEO study suggests this community-wide
prevention program is cost-effective and yields benefits to the broader community. Researchers estimated that the
Homelessness Prevention System produces $2.47 in estimated benefits for every $1 dollar spent on emergency
financial assistance. 5CHC attempted to include multiple hyperlinks in this response to provide requested data. These
hyperlinks are available upon request.
C.8. Select all population(s) expected to be served through this project:
Adults with children
Adults without children
Elderly/Senior
Parenting Youth
Persons Experiencing Chronic Homelessness
Persons At Risk of Homelessness
Veterans
Domestic Violence Survivors
Persons with Disabilities
Unaccompanied Youth (under 25 years of age)
Individuals with Co-occurring Disorders (Substance Use and Mental Health)
Low – Moderate Income Persons or Households
C.9. How does your program/service complement and collaborate with existing efforts in the County? Describe how
the program/project will increase capacity of services/housing for persons experiencing homelessness and at-risk
persons in the County.
5CHC Homeless Services program is integrated in the local Continuum of Care (CoC), focusing on collaboration and
strategic action. Homeless Prevention strategies are one of the initial efforts provided, throughout the compendium
of services. 5CHC receives referrals from agencies across the service continuum, not solely those who provide
Coordinated Entry assessments. In an effort to build core competencies of service providers within the CoC, 5CHC
collaborates with area partners on evidence-based trainings (Mental Health First Aid, Trauma-Informed Care,
Motivational Interviewing, etc.) 5CHC also has a program of providing staff trainings monthly with other service
professionals and partner agencies. 5CHC seeks to streamline services through collaborative work with service
providers throughout the County. By coordinating efforts and providing consistent services throughout the County,
5CHC ensures the ability to maximize resources and prevent duplication of services and benefits.
C.10. Describe any consultation with local jurisdictions to gain support for the project. Describe any support you
have from local jurisdictions.
Please see the attached letters of support from South County cites of Grover Beach, Pismo Beach and Grover Beach.
While 5CHC works most closely with these jurisdictions, 5CHC homeless prevention efforts have been provided
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county-wide, as demonstrated in the table below. 2023-24 Homeless Prevention Assistance Per Jurisdiction Arroyo
Grande Households: 33 Total: $134,173 % of Dollars Spent in this Jurisdiction: 26% Pismo Beach Households: 8 Total:
$20,920 % of Dollars Spent in this Jurisdiction: 4% SLO Households: 23 Total: $83,169 % of Dollars Spent in this
Jurisdiction: 16% Morro Bay Households: 5 Total: $22,423 % of Dollars Spent in this Jurisdiction: 4% Atascadero
Households: 10 Total: $30,292 % of Dollars Spent in this Jurisdiction: 6% Paso Robles Households: 38 Total $144,665 %
of Dollars Spent in this Jurisdiction: 28% County Households: 18 Total: $75,500 % of Dollars Spent in this Jurisdiction:
15%
Attachment G – Letters of Support: Please attach any letters of support or commitment from local
governments or community partners.
**No files uploaded
C.11. Describe how you will ensure that the proposed project is accessible to communities of color which are
disproportionately impacted by homelessness, particularly Black, Latinx, Asian, Pacific Islander, and Native and
Indigenous communities. If you have previously received a grant to serve any of the affected communities, please
provide a brief description of those grant activities and the outcomes you achieved.
5CHC has a policy of promoting inclusiveness and diversity to enrich its programmatic effectiveness, which is reflected
in the composition and language skills of our staff. 5CHC has received multiple awards through UnDocuSupport, and
worked extensively on the 2020 Census to survey hard-to-reach populations. 5CHC is a member of the Diversity
Coalition San Luis Obispo County. 5CHC maintains strong partnerships with other members of the UndocuSupport
Coalition and fosters relationships with new and emerging efforts to serve the immigrant population, such as
Immigrant Hope – Arroyo Grande.
C.13. Indicate the predicted, unduplicated performance outcome listed below:
Population Number of Individuals
Served
Number of Households
Served
Number of unsheltered persons to become sheltered
Number of people experiencing homelessness to be
entering permanent housing
Number of people experiencing Chronic Homelessness
served
Number of persons At-Risk of Homelessness served 426 165
Number of Unaccompanied Youth served
Number of Youth At-Risk of Homelessness served
Number of persons in families with children served
Total 426 165
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D. Funding & Eligible Activities
Completed by janna.nichols@5chc.org on 10/6/2024 2:07 PM
Case Id: 30246
Name: 5Cities Homeless Coalition - 2025
Address: 100 S 4TH ST, GROVER BEACH, CA 93433
D. Funding & Eligible Activities
Please provide the following information.
D.1. Total Funding Requested
$881,049.00
D.1.a. Please upload the following documentation:
Attachment H – Budget , Leveraged-Funds, and Budget Narrative: Attach a Budget and Budget Narrative for
the project for which you are applying. The budget narrative should include FTEs to be provided. Please include the
value of any matching funding. *Required
**No files uploaded
D.2. Are you requesting HOME-TBRA funds?
Yes
D.2.a. Amount of HOME-TBRA funds requested:
$769,779.00
D.2.b. Estimated number of unduplicated persons to benefit from HOME-TBRA funds:
372
D.2.c. Estimated number of unduplicated households to benefit from HOME-TBRA funds:
144
D.2.d. Provide proposed funding amounts and approximate number of households to be served:
Funding Type Amount Approximate Households Served
Rental Subsidy $0.00 371
Utility Deposit Subsidy $0.00
Security Deposit Subsidy $0.00
Total $0.00 371
D.2.e. Please describe your organization’s client application, intake, and preliminary assessment process.
5CHC is a member of the Coordinated Entry collaborative, a system utilized by Homeless Service Providers throughout
the County that provides a standardized intake assessment and referrals to ensure a more consistent and streamlined
experience for those seeking services. During this initial intake, clients complete a comprehensive needs assessment,
identify barriers to employment or housing, and develop an immediate action plan. Additionally, this assessment
provides an opportunity to identify what services or resources a client is already connected to in an effort to reduce
duplication of services. Clients are screened for homeless status (homeless certification forms) and income eligibility.
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D.2.f. Describe your organizational collaboration with other local organizations to assist TBRA income eligible
households.
5CHC engages with a broad spectrum of community partners to provide housing assistance, working extensively with
the more than 20 member organizations of the Supportive Housing Consortium. In particular 5CHC partners with
ECHO and CAPSLO, as part of the coordinated entry system. Additionally, 5CHC has built an even more extensive
referral network with the Legal Assistance Foundation, and Family Resource Centers throughout the County, and
Familiy Care Network. 5CHC has become the hub for Rapid Re-housing and Homeless Prevention services, serving
clients from San Miguel to Cambria to Nipomo with the help of our partners. This referral network has allowed us to
maximize our resources, coordinate efforts, and prevent duplication of services and benefits.
D.2.g. HOME-TBRA Matching Funds
Funding Source Amount
In-Kind Case Management - Supportive Housing Consortium Estimate $38.57/hour
(including fringe) X 500 Hours
$192,445.00
Total $192,445.00
Please upload the following documentation:
Attachment I – Match Certification Letter: 25% match required for HOME TBRA *Required
**No files uploaded
Attachment J – HOME-TBRA Policies and Procedures
**No files uploaded
D.3. Are you requesting CDBG funds?
Yes
D.3.a. Amount of CDBG funds requested:
$9.00
D.3.b. Please indicate the amount you are requesting for each jurisdiction:
Jurisdiction Amount
Arroyo Grande $9,600.00
Atascadero $3,600.00
Morro Bay $3,000.00
Paso Robles $17,150.00
Pismo Beach $5,000.00
San Luis Obispo $9,920.00
County $13,000.00
Total $61,270.00
D.3.c. Estimated number of unduplicated persons to benefit from CDBG funds:
30
D.3.d. Estimated number of unduplicated households to benefit from CDBG funds:
11
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D.3.e. Please select the national objective that best applies to the proposed project.
Please refer to "Basically CDBG" or the "CDBG Guide to National Objectives and Eligible Activities" for more
information regarding CDBG national objectives.
Low Moderate Income
LOW/MODERATE INCOME: Select which criteria the proposed project intends to qualify under to meet the
Low/Moderate Income objective.
Limited Clientele
D.3.f. Identify all eligible activities that apply to the proposed project:
Public Services -General
Operating Costs of Homeless/AIDS Patients Programs
Senior Services
Handicapped Services
Legal Services
Youth Services
Transportation Services
Substance Abuse Services
Services for Battered and Abused Spouses
Crime Awareness or Neighborhood Cleanups
Fair Housing Activities
Tenant/Landlord/Housing Counseling
Child Care Services
Health Services
Services for Abused and Neglected Children
Mental Health Services
Job Training and Job Placement Services
Subsistence Payments, Homeless Assistance, Rental Housing Subsidies or Security Deposits
Assistance to microenterprises (technical assistance, business support services, and other similar services to
owners of microenterprises or persons developing microenterprises)
Minor Home Repair
D.3.g. Explain how the proposed project meets the selected National Objective:
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Assistance will be provided to benefit a clientele who are generally presumed by HUD to be principally L/M income
persons - those who are homeless. This population is among those who are currently presumed by HUD to be made
up principally of L/M income persons: Reference: §570.208(a)(2)(i)(A) Additionally, as some assistance will be
provided to those of imminent threat of homelessness, 5CHC's program additionally requires information on family
size and income so that it is evident that at least 51% of the clientele are persons whose family income does not
exceed the L/M income limit. Reference: §570.208(a)(2)(i)(B) and (C)
D.3.h. Will the services offered by your organization increase or expand as a result of CDBG assistance?
Yes
Explain how your services will increase or expand as a result of CDBG assistance:
While this is a continuing program, 5CHC is seeking increased support. For the current fiscal year (24-25) funding for
homeless prevention services was reduced by more than $200,000. This equates to approximately a reduction in
5CHC’s ability to assist approximately 75 families.
D.3.i. Describe how the project will directly benefit the populations identified.
Funding will be used to provide short-term rental assistance, coupled with supportive services, to enable low-income
families to remain in their home and not fall into homelessness. 5CHC has documented that less than 2% of those
served in the last 24 months in this program have fallen into homelessness.
D.4. Are you requesting PLHA funds?
No
D.5. Are you requesting ESG funds?
No
D.6. Are you requesting General Fund Support funds?
No
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E. Required Documents
Completed by janna.nichols@5chc.org on 10/6/2024 2:08 PM
Case Id: 30246
Name: 5Cities Homeless Coalition - 2025
Address: 100 S 4TH ST, GROVER BEACH, CA 93433
E. Required Documents
Please provide the following information.
Documentation
Attachment L – Supplemental Documentation
**No files uploaded
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Submit
Completed by janna.nichols@5chc.org on 10/6/2024 2:08 PM
Case Id: 30246
Name: 5Cities Homeless Coalition - 2025
Address: 100 S 4TH ST, GROVER BEACH, CA 93433
Submit
Please provide the following information.
The applicant certifies that all information contained in this application, and supporting documentation, given
for the purpose of obtaining assistance, is true and complete to the best of the applicant’s knowledge.
I hereby certify that our organization has complied with all applicable laws and regulations pertaining to the
application and is an eligible applicant for the requested funding.The organization proposes to provide the program
services or complete the project identified in this application. If this application is approved and this organization
receives the requested funding this organization agrees to adhere to all relevant Federal, State, and local regulations
and other assurances as required by the Commission.
I hereby certify that the organization is fully capable of fulfilling its obligation under this application, as stated
herein.
I further certify that the information provided in this Funding Application is correct, accurate, and complete.
In addition, the content of the application shall be incorporated as part of the written agreement and, as such, will be
used to monitor performance. Activities, commitments, and representations described in the written agreement that
are not subsequently made a part of the program/project as funded shall be considered a material contract failure
and may result in a repayment of all awarded funds and/or suspension from participation in future funding rounds.
Authorized Representative Signature
Janna Nichols
Electronically signed by janna.nichols@5chc.org on 10/6/2024 2:08 PM
Authorized Representative Title
Executive Director
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Overview
Completed by planning@capslo.org on 10/1/2024 3:50 PM
Case Id: 30248
Name: CAPSLO Energy Services - 2025
Address: 3970 Short St., Suite 110, San Luis Obispo, CA
93401
Overview
Please provide the following information.
County of San Luis
Obispo
Public Service Grants
Program
Department of Social Services
Adult and Homeless Services Branch
PO Box 8119
San Luis Obispo, CA 93403-8119
SS_HomelessGrants@co.slo.ca.us
For each Public Services (including Minor Home Repair) funding source, an overview is available that includes program
description, federal award information, eligible applicants, eligible activities, eligible beneficiaries, and reporting in the
County of San Luis Obispo Notice of Funding Availability, 2025 Action Plan:
Section II.C for Community Development Block Grant (CDBG) Overview
Section II.D for Emergency Solutions Grant (ESG) Overview
Section II.E for HOME-TBRA Investment Partnerships Program (HOME) Overview
Section II.F for Permanent Local Housing Allocation (PLHA) Overview
Section II.H for General Fund Support (GFS) Overview
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A. Applicant Information
Completed by planning@capslo.org on 10/1/2024 3:51 PM
Case Id: 30248
Name: CAPSLO Energy Services - 2025
Address: 3970 Short St., Suite 110, San Luis Obispo, CA
93401
A. Applicant Information
Please provide the following information.
PRIMARY APPLICANT INFORMATION-LEAD AGENCY
A.1. Organization Name
Community Action Partnership of San Luis Obispo County, Inc.
A.2. Type of Organization
Non-Profit
A.2.b. Please upload the following documentation:
Attachment A - Proof of Active SAM.gov Registration *Required
**No files uploaded
A.3. UEI Number: For more information, visit SAM.GOV
GBL8FWWVCLC5
A.4. Address
1030 Southwood Dr. San Luis Obispo, CA 93401
A.5. Is the organization faith based?
No
A.6. Date of Incorporation
12/09/1965
A.6.a. Please upload the following documentation:
Attachment B – Incorporation Documents *Required
**No files uploaded
Attachment C – Organization Mission Statement *Required
**No files uploaded
A.7. Required Acknowledgement of Insurance Requirements. Has your organization read and understood the
insurance requirements listed in “Example Exhibit D – General Conditions” in the Library?
Yes
A.8. Annual Operating Budget
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$119,771,028.00
A.9. Number of Paid Staff
947
A.10. Number of Volunteers
682
CONTACT INFORMATION
A.11. Contact Person Name
Elizabeth "Biz" Steinberg
A.12. Contact Person Title
Chief Executive Officer
A.13. Phone Number
(180) 554-4435
A.14. Email
esteinberg@capslo.org
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B. Applicant Capacity
Completed by planning@capslo.org on 10/1/2024 4:03 PM
Case Id: 30248
Name: CAPSLO Energy Services - 2025
Address: 3970 Short St., Suite 110, San Luis Obispo, CA
93401
B. Applicant Capacity
Please provide the following information.
B.1. Describe the organization’s history of receiving and managing grants from County/State/Federal sources.
Since its inception in 1965, CAPSLO has received and successfully managed a variety of grants that address the unmet
needs of low-income and vulnerable individuals and families through County, State, and Federal sources. County grants
include but are not limited to CBO/PHG, Departments of CDBG, Social Services (DSS), Public Health, Behavioral Health,
Probation, ESG, General Funds, and more recently Coordinated Entry, CESH, and PLHA grants. State grants include but
are not limited to the Office of Emergency Services, Office of Child Abuse Prevention, Department of Education,
Department of Social Services, and Community Services and Development (CSD), which designates the organization as a
Community Action Agency because it distributes funds from the Community Services Block Grant (CSBG). Federal - The
majority of CAPSLO's funding comes from the Administration for Children and Families, Office of Head Start, which the
agency has been receiving since 1965, but also Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration (SAMHSA)
and the Department of Veteran Affairs. The Energy Division, the focus of this application, receives funding from CSD for
the Low-Income Home Energy Assistance Program (LIHEAP), Department of Energy for the Weatherization Assistance
Program (DOE WAP) and Bipartisan Infrastructure Law Weatherization Assistance Program (Bil WAP), the Area Agency
on Aging, PG&E, SoCalGas, City of Pismo Beach, and City of Santa Maria.
B.2. Describe how the organization participates in HMIS, Coordinated Entry, and the San Luis Obispo County
Continuum of Care.
This is not applicable to Energy Services' Minor Home Program, but CAPSLO's Homeless Services Division does
participate in HMIS, Coordinated Entry, and the San Luis Obispo County Continuum of Care.
B.3. Briefly describe your organization’s auditing requirements, including those for the proposed project.
As outlined in 2 CFR § 200.500 and 24 CFR § 5.801
CAPSLO undergoes an agency-wide, rigorous audit process annually by the firm of Brown Armstrong Certified Public
Accountants. The process includes inquiry and observation to understand and evaluate CAPSLO’s internal controls,
confirmations, interim testing and compliance audits, and substantive procedural analysis. Critical audit areas include
compliance with federal and state awards, expenses for program and support services, accounts payable and accrued
liabilities, program revenue and unearned deferred revenue, cash, property and equipment, and long-term debt. A
summary of the audit is formally presented by Brown Armstrong to both the Audit and Finance Committees of the Board
as well as the full Board of Directors and senior management annually.
B.3.a. Please upload the following documentation:
Attachment D - Most Recent Audit *Required
**No files uploaded
B.4. Describe the organization’s experience delivering related programs/projects.
CAPSLO's Energy Services Division has provided weatherization, energy conservation, and utility assistance programs for
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the county since 1978, with the Minor Home Repair program added in 1995. Minor Home Repair provides basic home
repairs to seniors in San Luis Obispo and Northern Santa Barbara counties. The program is targeted at low-income and
disabled seniors who otherwise would not have sufficient resources to get the repairs done themselves. This specific
project has been funded through county and city CDBG funds for over 20 years, albeit not consecutively, and the Area
Agency on Aging since at least 2003.
B.5. How will you document and maintain income status or presumed benefit status of each beneficiary in compliance
with regulations?
Energy Services will collect income documentation from all household members and documentation of home ownership
as part of the enrollment process for each beneficiary. All documents will be kept in client files along with a completed
application.
B.6. Briefly describe your agency’s record keeping system with relevance to the proposed project.
Client and household demographic data is captured, including household income, size, disability status, age, services
provided, etc. Appropriate income documentation is required, which includes one of the following: recent pay-stubs,
bank statements, income tax returns, or proof of participation in an approved alternative low-income program (provided
the income thresholds are equal to or lower than the HUD identified income levels). All copies of client household data
are kept in client files, and recorded in Hancock Software, the Energy Service's program database, and in CAPSLO's
agency-wide database, ClientTrack.
B.7. Identify all budgeted funds for project related costs. Include leveraged funding to exhibit financial sustainability
of the project beyond the grant term if awarded.
CDBG Funds – County of San Luis Obispo $95,000 Area Agency on Aging (leveraged) 8,000 LIHEAP (leveraged) 18,000
Total Funding $121,000 CDBG Funds City of Pismo Beach $22,000 Area Agency on Aging (leveraged) 1,200 LIHEAP
(leveraged) 3,400 Total Funding $26,600 CDBG Funds City of San Luis Obispo $45,000 Area Agency on Aging (leveraged)
2,500 LIHEAP (leveraged) 7,200 Total Funding $54,700
B.8. Does your organization comply with the Generally Accepted Accounting Principles?
As outlined in 2 CFR § 200
Yes
Required Acknowledgement for Federal Grants or Contracts
B.9. Does your organization certify that, if awarded funds, it will comply with the requirements as shown as Example
Exhibit D-General Conditions and Example Exhibit E- Special Conditions?
Yes
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C. Proposed Project & Project
Details
Completed by planning@capslo.org on 10/3/2024 7:38 AM
Case Id: 30248
Name: CAPSLO Energy Services - 2025
Address: 3970 Short St., Suite 110, San Luis Obispo, CA
93401
C. Proposed Project & Project Details
Please provide the following information.
C.1. Name of Proposed Project
Minor Home Repair
C.2. Project/Program Address
3970 Short St., Suite 110 San Luis Obispo, CA 93401
C.3. Areas Served-Select all that apply
City of Arroyo Grande
City of Atascadero
City of Grover Beach
City of Morro Bay
City of Paso Robles
City of Pismo Beach
City of San Luis Obispo
Unincorporated Community
Countywide
C.4. Provide a brief narrative of the proposed project, including projected outcomes:
CAPSLO's Minor Home Repair provides necessary home repair and access-improvement services for low- and very
low-income households, including elderly and disabled individuals residing in single-family homes, mobile homes, and
multi-family units. Home repairs covered under the program include carpentry, plumbing, and electrical work as well
as the installation of grab bars, handrails, accessible bathrooms and showers, wheelchair ramps and lifts and other
safety improvements. These repairs are carried out by Energy staff who work under CAPSLO’s contractor’s license
#623259. Projected outcome: 100% of the 54 very low- and low-income, including elderly and disabled, individuals
served through the Minor Repair program's CDBG funds, will remain independent and in their permanent, stable
housing. This outcome is measured through a survey upon completion of services.
Attachment E – If applicable, attach most recent annual performance report
**No files uploaded
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C.5. What is the level of need for this activity within SLO County? Please include data to support your answer.
SLO County's population is older than the state’s: the county’s share of those 60+ is 29.6% compared to the state at
23.4%. This means that more older people will be staying in their homes for as long as they can because of limited
financial resources; they will need their homes to be as safe, energy efficient and accessible as possible in order to
stay there. Many of these individuals reside in housing that is substandard and in need of repairs. Both affordable
housing and residential care for seniors is very limited in the county, especially for very low- and low-income
individuals. The primary unmet need faced by program clients are accessibility improvements to their homes or larger
home repairs that cannot be covered by other funding sources. The average waiting list for minor home repair is 40
households in SLO County. Each person or household waits 4-6 weeks until they are served. Clients requesting
services are ranked in order of priority taking into consideration health and safety, disability, economic need, and age.
Within these categories, clients who are severely disabled, lower income, or who do not have other resources or
family members who can assist them are prioritized.
C.5.a. Please upload the following documentation:
Attachment F – Timeline: Attach a timeline for key steps of project implementation. *Required
**No files uploaded
C.6. Is this effort new, continuing, or expanding? Please describe.
This is a continuing effort. The need for home repair and improvements to make the home more accessible for elderly
and disabled individuals is ongoing. These funds will allow us to continue to provide services to those in need, keeping
them safely housed and independent.
C.7. Describe how the project will align with a (or multiple) Line(s) of Effort to support the San Luis Obispo
Countywide Plan to Address Homelessness (2022-2027).
Minor Home Repair aligns best with the county's "Line of Effort 2: Focus efforts to reduce or eliminate the barriers to
housing stability for those experiencing homelessness or at risk of homelessness, including prevention, diversion,
supportive services, and housing navigation efforts." This project is a supportive service for one of the county's
identified beneficiary groups -- older adults/medically fragile. This project keeps this population safely housed and
helps prevent homelessness due to substandard housing and accessibility issues.
C.8. Select all population(s) expected to be served through this project:
Adults with children
Adults without children
Elderly/Senior
Parenting Youth
Persons Experiencing Chronic Homelessness
Persons At Risk of Homelessness
Veterans
Domestic Violence Survivors
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Persons with Disabilities
Unaccompanied Youth (under 25 years of age)
Individuals with Co-occurring Disorders (Substance Use and Mental Health)
Low – Moderate Income Persons or Households
C.9. How does your program/service complement and collaborate with existing efforts in the County? Describe how
the program/project will increase capacity of services/housing for persons experiencing homelessness and at-risk
persons in the County.
Minor Home Repair is a unique service provided in the community that collaborates with other County programs
serving seniors, such as DSS and In-Home Support Services. This program, along with County senior-serving programs,
cross-refer to one another when additional support services are identified. Programs work together to ensure the
safety and independence of the seniors in SLO County. The entire country is faced with an aging population, with
many elderly seniors on a fixed income experiencing limited financial resources. As noted in C.5, as people age in their
homes, there is a growing need to address disability and limitations along with substandard conditions and need for
repair that arise. Additionally, both affordable housing and residential care for seniors is very limited in the county,
especially for very low- and low-income individuals. Because demand consistently exceeds available funding, there is a
waiting list for these services.
C.10. Describe any consultation with local jurisdictions to gain support for the project. Describe any support you
have from local jurisdictions.
This program has consistently been supported by local jurisdictions, evidenced by the many years of CDBG funding
received by both SLO County and City of Pismo Beach.
Attachment G – Letters of Support: Please attach any letters of support or commitment from local
governments or community partners.
**No files uploaded
C.11. Describe how you will ensure that the proposed project is accessible to communities of color which are
disproportionately impacted by homelessness, particularly Black, Latinx, Asian, Pacific Islander, and Native and
Indigenous communities. If you have previously received a grant to serve any of the affected communities, please
provide a brief description of those grant activities and the outcomes you achieved.
All CAPSLO programs have a focus of serving low-income, vulnerable populations of all different races and
backgrounds. CAPSLO serves a high percentage of Hispanic individuals and families, making up 72% of all clients
served in 2023, significantly higher than the overall SLO County percentage of 23.2%. Staff are hired who are
bilingual/bicultural in Spanish and English in order to best serve clients in their primary language. Fifty percent of staff
identify as Hispanic. In addition, program materials are available in English and Spanish. CAPSLO is seeing an increase
in services to Mixteco speaking clients, and if needed, translation services are accessed in order for staff to be able to
assist monolingual speaking individuals. In terms of accessibility, there are several CAPSLO programs, including Minor
Home Repair, that provide services directly in the communities and in client's homes. These services help remove
barriers to access for underserved and isolated community members.
C.13. Indicate the predicted, unduplicated performance outcome listed below:
Population Number of Individuals
Served
Number of Households
Served
Number of unsheltered persons to become sheltered 0 0
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Number of people experiencing homelessness to be
entering permanent housing
0 0
Number of people experiencing Chronic Homelessness
served
0 0
Number of persons At-Risk of Homelessness served 0 0
Number of Unaccompanied Youth served 0 0
Number of Youth At-Risk of Homelessness served 0 0
Number of persons in families with children served 0 0
Total 0 0
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D. Funding & Eligible Activities
Completed by planning@capslo.org on 10/4/2024 4:44 PM
Case Id: 30248
Name: CAPSLO Energy Services - 2025
Address: 3970 Short St., Suite 110, San Luis Obispo, CA
93401
D. Funding & Eligible Activities
Please provide the following information.
D.1. Total Funding Requested
$162,000.00
D.1.a. Please upload the following documentation:
Attachment H – Budget , Leveraged-Funds, and Budget Narrative: Attach a Budget and Budget Narrative for
the project for which you are applying. The budget narrative should include FTEs to be provided. Please include the
value of any matching funding. *Required
**No files uploaded
D.2. Are you requesting HOME-TBRA funds?
No
D.3. Are you requesting CDBG funds?
Yes
D.3.a. Amount of CDBG funds requested:
$162,000.00
D.3.b. Please indicate the amount you are requesting for each jurisdiction:
Jurisdiction Amount
Arroyo Grande $0.00
Atascadero $0.00
Morro Bay $0.00
Paso Robles $0.00
Pismo Beach $22,000.00
San Luis Obispo $45,000.00
County $95,000.00
Total $162,000.00
D.3.c. Estimated number of unduplicated persons to benefit from CDBG funds:
54
D.3.d. Estimated number of unduplicated households to benefit from CDBG funds:
27
D.3.e. Please select the national objective that best applies to the proposed project.
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Please refer to "Basically CDBG" or the "CDBG Guide to National Objectives and Eligible Activities" for more
information regarding CDBG national objectives.
Low Moderate Income
LOW/MODERATE INCOME: Select which criteria the proposed project intends to qualify under to meet the
Low/Moderate Income objective.
Housing
D.3.f. Identify all eligible activities that apply to the proposed project:
Public Services -General
Operating Costs of Homeless/AIDS Patients Programs
Senior Services
Handicapped Services
Legal Services
Youth Services
Transportation Services
Substance Abuse Services
Services for Battered and Abused Spouses
Crime Awareness or Neighborhood Cleanups
Fair Housing Activities
Tenant/Landlord/Housing Counseling
Child Care Services
Health Services
Services for Abused and Neglected Children
Mental Health Services
Job Training and Job Placement Services
Subsistence Payments, Homeless Assistance, Rental Housing Subsidies or Security Deposits
Assistance to microenterprises (technical assistance, business support services, and other similar services to
owners of microenterprises or persons developing microenterprises)
Minor Home Repair
D.3.g. Explain how the proposed project meets the selected National Objective:
The proposed project meets the National objective because 100% of beneficiaries of the proposed activities will be
very low, low, and moderate income persons, including seniors and disabled individuals. CAPSLO requests
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documentation of family/individual income for clients of the minor home program.
D.3.h. Will the services offered by your organization increase or expand as a result of CDBG assistance?
Yes
Explain how your services will increase or expand as a result of CDBG assistance:
This funding request expands to the City of San Luis Obispo to reach an additional 16 individuals in eight households in
addition to continuing to serve County and the City of Pismo Beach residents.
D.3.i. Describe how the project will directly benefit the populations identified.
The program benefits very low-income and low-income individuals and households, including seniors and the
disabled, by completing essential accessibility improvements, health and safety repairs, and other repairs with the
goal of helping vulnerable members of the community remain in their homes. In some cases, there is an immediate
difference in the clients' lives by providing access into and out of their homes, making them less dependent on others,
and providing independence and freedom to individuals who previously did not have a way to enter and exit their
homes without assistance.
D.4. Are you requesting PLHA funds?
No
D.5. Are you requesting ESG funds?
No
D.6. Are you requesting General Fund Support funds?
No
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E. Required Documents
Completed by planning@capslo.org on 10/4/2024 4:48 PM
Case Id: 30248
Name: CAPSLO Energy Services - 2025
Address: 3970 Short St., Suite 110, San Luis Obispo, CA
93401
E. Required Documents
Please provide the following information.
Documentation
Attachment L – Supplemental Documentation
**No files uploaded
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Submit
Completed by planning@capslo.org on 10/4/2024 4:49 PM
Case Id: 30248
Name: CAPSLO Energy Services - 2025
Address: 3970 Short St., Suite 110, San Luis Obispo, CA
93401
Submit
Please provide the following information.
The applicant certifies that all information contained in this application, and supporting documentation, given
for the purpose of obtaining assistance, is true and complete to the best of the applicant’s knowledge.
I hereby certify that our organization has complied with all applicable laws and regulations pertaining to the
application and is an eligible applicant for the requested funding.The organization proposes to provide the program
services or complete the project identified in this application. If this application is approved and this organization
receives the requested funding this organization agrees to adhere to all relevant Federal, State, and local regulations
and other assurances as required by the Commission.
I hereby certify that the organization is fully capable of fulfilling its obligation under this application, as stated
herein.
I further certify that the information provided in this Funding Application is correct, accurate, and complete.
In addition, the content of the application shall be incorporated as part of the written agreement and, as such, will be
used to monitor performance. Activities, commitments, and representations described in the written agreement that
are not subsequently made a part of the program/project as funded shall be considered a material contract failure
and may result in a repayment of all awarded funds and/or suspension from participation in future funding rounds.
Authorized Representative Signature
Elizabeth "Biz" Steinberg
Electronically signed by planning@capslo.org on 10/4/2024 4:48 PM
Authorized Representative Title
Chief Executive Officer
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Overview
Completed by mleal@haslo.org on 10/3/2024 6:56 PM
Case Id: 30262
Name: San Luis Obispo Nonprofit Housing Corporation -
2025Address: 1422 Monterey Street , San Luis Obispo, CA
93401
Overview
Please provide the following information.
County of San Luis
Obispo
Affordable Housing
Program
Department of Social Services
Adult and Homeless Services Branch
PO Box 8119
San Luis Obispo, CA 93403-8119
SS_HomelessGrants@co.slo.ca.us
For each Affordable Housing funding source, an overview is available that includes program description, federal award
information, eligible applicants, eligible activities, eligible beneficiaries, and reporting in the County of San Luis
Obispo Notice of Funding Availability, 2025 Action Plan:
Section II.C for Community Development Block Grant (CDBG) Overview
Section II.E for HOME Investment Partnerships Program (HOME) Overview
Section II.F for Permanent Local Housing Allocation (PLHA) Overview
Section II.G for Title 29 Overview
Section II.H for General Fund Support (GFS) Overview
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A. Applicant Information
Completed by mleal@haslo.org on 10/3/2024 7:11 PM
Case Id: 30262
Name: San Luis Obispo Nonprofit Housing Corporation -
2025Address: 1422 Monterey Street , San Luis Obispo, CA
93401
A. Applicant Information
Please provide the following information.
PRIMARY APPLICANT INFORMATION-LEAD AGENCY
A.1. Organization Name
SLONP
A.2. Type of Organization
Non-Profit
A.3. UEI Number: For more information, visit SAM.GOV
DKJWAFNQ2JN4
A.3.a. Please upload the following documentation:
Attachment A - Proof of Active SAM.gov Registration *Required
**No files uploaded
A.4. Address
487 Leff Street San Luis Obispo, CA 93401
A.5. Is the organization faith based?
No
A.6. Date of Incorporation
10/16/1991
A.6.a. Please upload the following documentation:
Attachment B – Organizational Chart *Required
**No files uploaded
Attachment C – Incorporation Documents *Required
**No files uploaded
Attachment D – General Liability Insurance *Required
**No files uploaded
A.7. Annual Operating Budget
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$11,795,000.00
A.8. Number of Paid Staff
1
A.9. Number of Volunteers
0
CONTACT INFORMATION
A.10. Contact Person Name
Matt Leal
A.11. Contact Person Title
Project Manager
A.12. Phone Number
(805) 391-1063
A.13. Email
mleal@haslo.org
FINANCE CONTACT INFORMATION
A.14. Finance Contact Person Name
Ken Litzinger
A.15. Finance Contact Person Title
CFO
A.16. Finance Phone Number
(805) 594-5304
A.17. Finance Email
klitzinger@haslo.org
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B. Applicant Capacity
Completed by mleal@haslo.org on 10/3/2024 7:23 PM
Case Id: 30262
Name: San Luis Obispo Nonprofit Housing Corporation -
2025Address: 1422 Monterey Street , San Luis Obispo, CA
93401
B. Applicant Capacity
Please provide the following information.
B.1. Describe your organization’s history of receiving and managing grants from County/State/Federal sources.
SLONP and The Fort Group have received and managed grants since both organizations incorporation, which totals
over 30 years. There have been a variety of grants received and managed including but not limited to; HOME, CDBG,
T-29, Project Homekey, AFH, RDA, CARES, ROSS, Decarbonization, and HTF. To manage the variety of grants, there are
systems in place to track and manage regulation compliance and reporting to the respective grantor. As the County
knows, some of these grants may be set up as soft loans.
B.2. Briefly list any recent development projects your organization has proposed, is currently working on, and/or
has recently completed (regardless of funding source).
There are about fifteen (15) projects in the pipeline at various stages. Currently, the Anderson Hotel project is being
leased up and Shell Beach Senior will follow soon. There are three (3) under construction, including Maxine Lewis,
Bridge Street Phase I, and Cleaver and Clark Commons to name a few. Three (2) projects are closing in the next few
months, which include Monterey Senior, and Arroyo Terrace. And finally at the pre-development stage there are eight
(8) projects, which, two (2) will be requesting funding in this round.
B.3. Briefly describe your organization’s auditing requirements, including those for the proposed project (as
outlined in 2 CFR § 200.500 and 24 CFR § 5.801).
SLONP administers Federal, State, and Local grants, and has strong systems and controls in place. SLONP will provide
the record-keeping services for the project. SLONP undergoes annual audits by an independent CPA firm.
B.3.a. Please upload the following documentation:
Attachment E - Most Recent Audit *Required
**No files uploaded
B.4. Briefly describe your organization’s record keeping system with relevance to the proposed project.
SLONP owns and operates hundreds of deed restricted housing units in San Luis Obispo County. It is accustomed to
keeping detailed records regarding income eligibility for all programs. Additionally, HASLO will be the management
agent for this housing. HASLO has many years of experience in maintaining record keeping and accounting in
conformity with HUD and State regulations. Staff are certified in low-income housing compliance. Projects are audited
annually and reports are provided to all funding sources. Detailed accounting records are maintained for all project
costs and audited by third party auditing firms.
B.5. Describe how your organization will document and maintain income status or presumed benefit status of each
beneficiary in compliance with regulations?
As the managing agent HASLO will perform all income certifications. HASLO has certified compliance specialists on
staff with years of experience. At the housing application/intake stage income and asset information will be collected
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from each client, with back up documentation. Files will be maintained and available for county inspection. HASLO
currently performs income and compliance certifications for over 3,000 clients annually.
B.6. Describe your project staff’s experience with Section 3 (as outlined in 24 CFR Part 75).
Our team has worked with County staff closely over the years to satisfy Section 3 as outlined in 24 CFR Part 75. The
Director of Construction ensures that Section 3 language is included in the relevant construction documents and
requests for proposals for contractors. Our team also provides the annual reports per the County’s request.
B.6a. Section 3 Manager Name
Michael Burke
B.6.b. Section 3 Manager Title
Director of Construction and Development
B.7. If the County allocated funds to your organization in previous years, do any of those funds remain unspent?
Yes
B.7.a. Please provide the following information:
Project Name Funding Source and Year Remaining Amount
Arroyo Terrace Title 29 2021 $88,928.00
Toscano CDBG 2021- Retainer $48,370.00
Shell Beach HOME ARP 2022 - Retainer $8,927.10
Shell Beach HOME 2022 - Retainer $17,818.00
Shell Beach T-29 2022 - Retainer $12,737.50
Arroyo Terrace 2024 Allocations Coming $0.00
Monterey Senior 2024 Allocations Coming $0.00
$176,780.60
B.8. Does your organization comply with the Generally Accepted Accounting Principles as outlined in 2 CFR § 200?
Yes
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C. Proposed Project & Project
Details
Completed by mleal@haslo.org on 10/4/2024 9:29 PM
Case Id: 30262
Name: San Luis Obispo Nonprofit Housing Corporation -
2025Address: 1422 Monterey Street , San Luis Obispo, CA
93401
C. Proposed Project & Project Details
Please provide the following information.
C.1. Name of Proposed Project
Monterey Family Apartments
C.2. Project/Program Address(es)
1422 Monterey Street San Luis Obispo, CA 93401
C.3. Accessor's Parcel Number(s).
001-137-015, 013
C.4. Areas Served-Select all that apply
City of Arroyo Grande
City of Atascadero
City of Morro Bay
City of Paso Robles
City of Pismo Beach
City of San Luis Obispo
City of Grover Beach
Not eligible for CDBG or HOME
Unincorporated Community
C.5. Will the project require any acquisitions?
Yes
C.5.a. Please upload the following documentation:
Attachment F – Appraisal of Property *Required
**No files uploaded
C.5.b. What is the proposed purchase amount?
$3,800,000.00
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C.5.c. What is the anticipated escrow closing date?
11/12/2025
C.6. Will the current owner, residential occupants, and/or commercial occupants be displaced by the project?
No
C.7. Provide a complete description of the proposed project and proposed outcomes:
See C8. and C9. below.
C.7.a. Number and Unit Type (size) of Proposed Units Created and/or Rehabilitated:
Unit Type (Size)Created Units Rehabbed Units
Studio 2
1 br 22
2 br 13
3 br 14
C.7.b. Of the total number of new units created, how many will be deed-restricted?
50
C.7.c. Please upload the following documentation:
Attachment H – Timeline: Attach a timeline for key steps of project implementation. Include key steps or
phases of project implementation such as, but not limited to, the following: predevelopment, financing, use
permitting, construction permitting, demolition, grading, construction finance close, construction milestones,
placed in service date, permanent loan conversion, etc. *Required
**No files uploaded
Attachment I – Maps, Photos, Drawings, Plans: Upload a complete set of drawings/plans here. Also include
any maps or photos available. *Required
**No files uploaded
Required for HOME funding; not required but recommended for all other funding.
Attachment J – Most Recent Market Study
**No files uploaded
C.8. Describe site and neighborhood standards including proximity to services, transportation, and employment:
The project site is located in the northern portion of the City within a mixed-use neighborhood comprised of single-
family homes and commercial properties. The project site is accessible from Monterey St. Residents will have access
to transit options right along Monterey St. and the site is within walking distance of numerous amenities including
Grocery, Pharmacy, Parks, Library, Medical and Senior Services. The site slopes uphill from Monterey St. with
approximately 11’ of elevation difference. The project minimizes potential impacts to and from adjacent properties by
locating commercial activities and open space areas towards Monterey Street and residential uses above the
commercial towards the center of the property to provide adequate separation from the existing single-family
residences in the adjacent R-2 zoning district. The vicinity is developed with a mix of commercial and residential uses
that is conducive to a mixed-use project at this location. The project’s proposed common area is located along
Monterey Street, which is oriented toward the commercial frontage, minimizing potential adverse impacts from non-
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residential project noise to the adjacent residential neighborhood.
C.9. What is the current zoning designation of the project site?
The site is zoned C-R & C-R-S (Commercial Retail with a Special Considerations Overlay) . The project has obtained all
land use entitlements from the San Luis Obispo Planning Commission for a new 86,180 square foot mixed use project
consisting of 55 senior affordable units and 51 family affordable units and 4,336 of commercial space and a three-
story parking garage and associated various exceptions, concessions and development waivers.
C.10. Is the proposed project consistent with the site’s current land use and zoning designation?
Yes
C.11. Have necessary Land Use Permits and/or Construction Building Permits been issued?
Yes
C.11a. If yes, what is their current expiration date(s)?
The existing land use entitlements expire November 16, 2025. However, they vest upon issuance of a building permit
which is expected to occur in mid-October 2024 as the first phase: Monterey Senior is required to break ground by
November 12, 2024.
C.12. Describe how the project will align with a Line of Effort (or multiple Lines of Effort) to support the San Luis
Obispo Countywide Plan to Address Homelessness (2022-2027).
The project aligns with LOE 1, LOE 4 - The project creates new affordable housing and proposes to use CDBG to
support affordable housing, while also leveraging tax credits. (LOE 4(D)(3)) In addition, the City of San Luis Obispo can
pool its CDBG with the County to speed up housing development, and thus in this scenario provide local support to
address our funding gap.
C.13. Select all population(s) expected to be served through this project and include number of units expected for
each chosen population:
Low-/moderate-income households
Multifamily
Age Restricted (including seniors)
Persons Experiencing Homelessness
Persons with Disabilities
Person Experiencing Chronic Homelessness
Farmworkers
Veterans
Domestic Violence Survivors
Unaccompanied Youth (under 25 years of age)
C.13a. Has your organization previously received a grant to serve any of the populations expected to be served??
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Yes
If yes, provide a brief description of those grant activities and the outcomes you achieved:
San Luis Obispo Non-profit Housing Corporation have received multiple previous County Funding awards. SLONP have
successfully received grants for several development projects. These projects have positively contributed to the lack
of affordable housing in San Luis Obispo County.
C.14. Please name partner agencies as applicable and describe how they will participate in the delivery of the
proposed project:
The proposed project will complement the county’s efforts by providing affordable housing to those that meet the
definition of low to moderate income. In our project’s case, developing new affordable housing for seniors. The
agencies that we collaborate with are a part of the Commission on Aging and include but are not limited to SLO Health
Agency, AmeriCorps Seniors, and Adult Services.
C.15. Does the proposed project have support from the community?
Yes
C.15a. Please upload the following documentation:
Attachment K – Letters of Support
**No files uploaded
C.16. Has an environmental review been completed, CEQA and/or NEPA?
Yes - CEQA Review Complete
No - CEQA Review Not Complete
Yes - NEPA Review Complete
No - NEPA Review Not Complete
Yes - Both Have Been Completed
No - Neither Have Been Completed
C.17. Has a Phase I or Phase II environmental assessment been conducted for the property?
Yes
C.17a. Please upload the following documentation:
Attachment L – Environmental Assessment, Phase I or II *Required
**No files uploaded
C.18. Has a Phase I or Phase II archeological/historical survey been conducted at the project site?
Yes
C.18a. Please upload the following documentation:
Attachment M - Archeological/Historical Survey, Phase I or II *Required
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**No files uploaded
C.19. List and describe any known hazards-e.g., asbestos, radon, lead-based paint, storage tanks – aboveground,
underground. Please enter “N/A” if not applicable.
Minor asbestos and lead based paint onsite. However, such materials will be removed during the course of abatement
and demolition in association with the Senior project which is scheduled to break ground on construction in
November 2024.
C.20. Is the project on a property designated or been determined to be potentially eligible for designation as a local,
state, or national historical site?
No
C.21. Are the building(s)/structure(s) located on a historic site or within a local historic district?
No
C.22. Is the project located within a 100-year and/or 500-year flood zone?
Yes
C.22a. If yes, how will the project mitigate potential flooding on the site?
Not in a 100 year but is in a 500 Year. Project will be built utilizing current construction and stormwater measures.
C.22b. If yes, does your organization have flood insurance for the project site?
No
C.23. Will demolition be required?
No
C.24. Are there any existing buildings on the project property that were constructed prior to 1978?
Yes
C.24a. Has an asbestos risk assessment report(s) been prepared for the building(s)?
Yes
C.24b. Has the building(s) been abated for asbestos?
No
C.24c. Has a lead hazard risk assessment report(s) been prepared for the building(s)?
Yes
C.24d. Has the building(s) been abated for lead paint?
No
C.24e. Will children occupy the building(s)?
No
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D. Funding & Eligible Activities
Completed by mleal@haslo.org on 10/4/2024 9:57 PM
Case Id: 30262
Name: San Luis Obispo Nonprofit Housing Corporation -
2025Address: 1422 Monterey Street , San Luis Obispo, CA
93401
D. Funding & Eligible Activities
Please provide the following information.
D.1. Total Project Funding (include all Sources and Uses of funding)
$43,315,610.00
D.1.a. Please upload the following documentation:
Attachment N - Sources and Uses, including construction sources and permanent sources.: This should include
a summary of where the capital used to fund a development will come from (the sources) and what this capital will
be used for (the uses). *Required
**No files uploaded
Attachment O – Commitment Letters for Funds: Required to demonstrate the 25% HOME matching funds; not
required but recommended for all other funding requests.
**No files uploaded
D.1.b. How do you plan to fund the operation and maintenance costs (if any) associated with this project? Are
these funds available now? If not, when will they be available?
The project will size debt reflective of at least a 1.15 debt service coverage ratio for the permanent mortgage.
Additionally, we maintain an operating reserve budget for additional contingency. The project will also feature a
replacement reserve with regular contributions to ensure long term building operating is maintained.
D.1.c. Please upload the following documentation:
Attachment P – Pro Forma (20-year): Required for Rental Housing-Upload 20-Year Pro Forma here to
demonstrate continued viability and affordability of the project for at least 20 years. *Required
**No files uploaded
D.2. Are you requesting HOME funds?
Yes
D.2.a. Amount of HOME funds requested:
$769,779.00
D.2.b. Proposed number of HOME-assisted (deed-restricted) units:
3
D.2.c. HOME Matching Funds:
Sources Amount
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State CA Infill Infrastructure Grant State CA Infill Infrastructure Grant $4,072,232.00
$4,072,232.00
D.2.d. Identify all eligible activities that apply to the proposed project:
Acquisition
Rehabilitation
Relocation
Demolition
Site Preparation
New Construction
Multi-Family
Single Family
D.2.e. Please indicate the number and type of units CREATED
Unit Type 30% AMI 31 to 50% AMI 51 to 80% AMI Unrestricted
Resident
Manager
81% and higher
AMI
Studio 1 1
1-Bedroom 6 9 7
2-Bedroom 5 4 4
3-Bedroom 6 4 3 1
Total 18 18 14 1 0
D.2.f. Is your project for REHABILITATION of existing units only?
No
D.3. Are you requesting CDBG funds?
Yes
D.3.a. Amount of CDBG funds requested:
$321,866.00
D.3.b. Are at least 51% of the units in the project designated as low-/moderate-income units?
Yes
D.3.c. How many new deed-restricted units will be constructed with CDBG funds?
0
D.3.d. Estimated number of unduplicated households to benefit from CDBG funds:
Beneficiary Type Estimated Number
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D.3.e. Please select the national objective that best applies to the proposed project.
Please refer to "Basically CDBG" or the "CDBG Guide to National Objectives and Eligible Activities" for more
information regarding CDBG national objectives.
Low Moderate Income
LOW/MODERATE INCOME: Select which criteria the proposed project intends to qualify under to meet the
Low/Moderate Income objective.
Housing
D.3.f. Identify all eligible activities that apply to the proposed project:
Acquisitions
Rehabilitation
Demolition or Clearance
Site Preparation - In anticipation of a HOME funded project
D.3.g. Explain how the proposed project meets the selected National Objective:
The project meets the National Objective by benefiting low/moderate income households and persons through
supporting the creation of affordable housing.
D.3.h. Required Acknowledgement for Federal Grants or Contracts. Does your organization certify that, if awarded
funds, it will comply with the requirements as shown as “Example D-General Conditions” and “Example Exhibit E-
Special Conditions”.
Yes
D.4. Are you requesting PLHA funds?
Yes
D.4.a. Amount of PLHA funds requested:
$76,559.00
D.4.b. How many units will be constructed with PLHA funds?
51
D.4.c. Estimated number of unduplicated households to benefit from PLHA funds:
Beneficiary Type Estimated Number
D.4.d. Identify all eligible activities that apply to the proposed project:
Predevelopment
Development
Acquisition
Rehabilitation
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Preservation
D.4.e. If awarded, how will the funds be used to produce affordable housing?
These funds will be used to assist with the construction of 51 new affordable family housing units in the City of San
Luis Obispo.
D.5. Are you requesting Title 29 funds?
Yes
D.5.a. Amount of Title 29 funds requested by Housing Market Area:
Housing Market Area Amount
Area 1 - North County $0.00
Area 2 - South County $0.00
Area 3 - Central County $17,296.00
Area 4 - North Coast $0.00
Open to All $52,152.00
Total $69,448.00
D.5.b. How many new deed-restricted units will be created with Title 29 funds?
0
D.5.c. Estimated number of unduplicated households to benefit from Title 29 funds:
Beneficiary Type Estimated Number
D.5.d. Identify all eligible activities that apply to the proposed project:
Homebuyer Assistance
Rental Housing
D.5.e. If awarded, how will the funds be used to produce affordable housing?
These funds will be used to assist with the construction of 51 new affordable family housing units in the City of San
Luis Obispo. The funds will be used to cover the new construction hard costs and acquisition. However, because of the
large size of the project, additional public funds are needed to make the project competitive for a tax credit award.
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E. Additional Documents
Completed by mleal@haslo.org on 10/4/2024 9:58 PM
Case Id: 30262
Name: San Luis Obispo Nonprofit Housing Corporation -
2025Address: 1422 Monterey Street , San Luis Obispo, CA
93401
E. Additional Documents
Please provide the following information.
Documentation
Attachment R – Supplemental Information
**No files uploaded
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Submit
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Case Id: 30262
Name: San Luis Obispo Nonprofit Housing Corporation -
2025Address: 1422 Monterey Street , San Luis Obispo, CA
93401
Submit
Please provide the following information.
The applicant certifies that all information contained in this application, and supporting documentation, given
for the purpose of obtaining assistance, is true and complete to the best of the applicant’s knowledge.
I hereby certify that our organization has complied with all applicable laws and regulations pertaining to the
application and is an eligible applicant for the requested funding. The organization proposes to provide the program
services or complete the project identified in this application. If this application is approved and this organization
receives the requested funding this organization agrees to adhere to all relevant Federal, State, and local regulations
and other assurances as required by the Commission.
I hereby certify that the organization is fully capable of fulfilling its obligation under this application, as stated
herein.
I further certify that the information provided in this Funding Application is correct, accurate, and complete.
In addition, the content of the application shall be incorporated as part of the written agreement and, as such, will be
used to monitor performance. Activities, commitments, and representations described in the written agreement that
are not subsequently made a part of the program/project as funded shall be considered a material contract failure
and may result in a repayment of all awarded funds and/or suspension from participation in future funding rounds.
Authorized Representative Signature
Matt Leal
Electronically signed by mleal@haslo.org on 10/4/2024 9:58 PM
Authorized Representative Title
Project Manager
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Overview
Completed by damini@slocity.org on 10/1/2024 9:32 AM
Case Id: 30251
Name: City of San Luis Obispo - 2025
Address: 990 Palm St, San Luis Obispo, CA 93401
Overview
Please provide the following information.
Neighborly
Administration and
Capacity Building
Application
Urban County of San
Luis Obispo
Department of Social Services
Adult and Homeless Services Branch
PO Box 8119
San Luis Obispo, CA 93403-8119
SS_HSDinfo@co.slo.ca.us
Please review the Notice of Funding Availability (NOFA) and Application Guidelines before submitting your
application. All applications must meet the eligibility criteria and requirements set forth in the NOFA. The Urban
County of San Luis Obispo receives funding from local, state, and federal sources including Community Development
Block Grant (CDBG), HOME Investment Partnership (HOME), and Emergency Solutions Grant (ESG). Please be aware
that the CDBG, HOME, and ESG fund sources are not permitted to support activities or projects located in the City of
Grover Beach.
Cities participating in the Urban County of San Luis Obispo are eligible to apply for funding from the CDBG grant for
Administration and/or Capacity Building projects.
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A. Applicant Information
Completed by damini@slocity.org on 10/1/2024 9:33 AM
Case Id: 30251
Name: City of San Luis Obispo - 2025
Address: 990 Palm St, San Luis Obispo, CA 93401
A. Applicant Information
Please provide the following information.
PRIMARY APPLICANT INFORMATION-LEAD AGENCY
A.1. Organization Name
City of San Luis Obispo
A.2. Type of Organization
Government Or Public Entity
A.3. UEI Number: For more information, visit SAM.GOV
VCUGK243NQ71
A.3.a. Please upload the following documentation:
Attachment A - Proof of Active SAM.gov Registration *Required
**No files uploaded
A.4. Address
990 Palm St
San Luis Obispo, CA 93401
CONTACT INFORMATION
A.5. Contact Person Name
David Amini
A.6. Contact Person Title
Housing Coordinator
A.7. Phone Number
(805) 781-7524
A.8. Email
damini@slocity.org
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B. Proposed Project & Project
Details
Completed by damini@slocity.org on 10/1/2024 9:34 AM
Case Id: 30251
Name: City of San Luis Obispo - 2025
Address: 990 Palm St, San Luis Obispo, CA 93401
B. Proposed Project & Project Details
Please provide the following information.
B.1. Name of Proposed Project
City of San Luis Obispo - Administration
B.2. Project/Program Address
990 Palm St
San Luis Obispo, CA 93401
B.3. Areas Served-Select all that apply
City of Arroyo Grande
City of Atascadero
City of Morro Bay
City of Paso Robles
City of Pismo Beach
City of San Luis Obispo
B.4. Proposed Project Type-A separate application must be submitted for each project type.
Administration (24 CFR 570.206)
B.5. Provide a brief narrative of the proposed project and how funds will be used for administration or planning and
capacity building.
Staff will use CDBG funds for Program Administrative Costs as allowed under § 570.206 of Title 24. Staff will use the
method of monitoring the pro rata share of the salary, wages, and related costs of each person whose job includes any
program administration assignments. Assignments included in this application include but may not be limited to the
following: Providing local officials and citizens with information about the program; Preparing program budgets and
schedules, and amendments thereto; Developing systems for assuring compliance with program requirements;
Developing interagency agreements and agreements with subrecipients and contractors to carry out program activities;
Monitoring program activities for progress and compliance with program requirements; Preparing reports and other
documents related to the program for submission to HUD; Coordinating the resolution of audit and monitoring findings;
Evaluating program results against stated objectives; and Managing or supervising persons whose primary
responsibilities with regard to the program include such assignments.
B.6. Required Acknowledgement for Federal Grants or Contracts. Does your organization certify that, if awarded
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funds, it will comply with the requirements as shown as “Example Exhibit D-General Conditions ” and “Example
Exhibit E-Special Conditions ”?
Yes
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C. Funding & Eligible Activities
Completed by mrcastle@co.slo.ca.us on 10/4/2024 8:55 AM
Case Id: 30251
Name: City of San Luis Obispo - 2025
Address: 990 Palm St, San Luis Obispo, CA 93401
C. Funding & Eligible Activities
Please provide the following information.
C.2.a. Please upload the following documentation:
Attachment B - Most Recent Audit *Required
**No files uploaded
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D. Required Documents
Completed by damini@slocity.org on 10/1/2024 9:34 AM
Case Id: 30251
Name: City of San Luis Obispo - 2025
Address: 990 Palm St, San Luis Obispo, CA 93401
D. Required Documents
Please provide the following information.
Documentation
Attachment C - Supplemental Documentation
**No files uploaded
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Submit
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Case Id: 30251
Name: City of San Luis Obispo - 2025
Address: 990 Palm St, San Luis Obispo, CA 93401
Submit
Please provide the following information.
The applicant certifies that all information contained in this application, and supporting documentation, given
for the purpose of obtaining assistance, is true and complete to the best of the applicant’s knowledge.
I hereby certify that our organization has complied with all applicable laws and regulations pertaining to the
application and is an eligible applicant for the requested funding.The organization proposes to provide the program
services or complete the project identified in this application. If this application is approved and this organization
receives the requested funding this organization agrees to adhere to all relevant Federal, State, and local regulations
and other assurances as required by the Commission.
I hereby certify that the organization is fully capable of fulfilling its obligation under this application, as stated
herein.
I further certify that the information provided in this Funding Application is correct, accurate, and complete.
Authorized Representative Signature
David Amini
Electronically signed by damini@slocity.org on 10/1/2024 9:34 AM
Authorized Representative Title
Housing Coordinator
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Overview
Completed by damini@slocity.org on 10/1/2024 9:12 AM
Case Id: 30250
Name: City of San Luis Obispo - 2025
Address: 990 Palm St, San Luis Obispo, CA 93401
Overview
Please provide the following information.
Neighborly
Administration and
Capacity Building
Application
Urban County of San
Luis Obispo
Department of Social Services
Adult and Homeless Services Branch
PO Box 8119
San Luis Obispo, CA 93403-8119
SS_HSDinfo@co.slo.ca.us
Please review the Notice of Funding Availability (NOFA) and Application Guidelines before submitting your
application. All applications must meet the eligibility criteria and requirements set forth in the NOFA. The Urban
County of San Luis Obispo receives funding from local, state, and federal sources including Community Development
Block Grant (CDBG), HOME Investment Partnership (HOME), and Emergency Solutions Grant (ESG). Please be aware
that the CDBG, HOME, and ESG fund sources are not permitted to support activities or projects located in the City of
Grover Beach.
Cities participating in the Urban County of San Luis Obispo are eligible to apply for funding from the CDBG grant for
Administration and/or Capacity Building projects.
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A. Applicant Information
Completed by damini@slocity.org on 10/1/2024 9:24 AM
Case Id: 30250
Name: City of San Luis Obispo - 2025
Address: 990 Palm St, San Luis Obispo, CA 93401
A. Applicant Information
Please provide the following information.
PRIMARY APPLICANT INFORMATION-LEAD AGENCY
A.1. Organization Name
City of San Luis Obispo
A.2. Type of Organization
Government Or Public Entity
A.3. UEI Number: For more information, visit SAM.GOV
VCUGK243NQ71
A.3.a. Please upload the following documentation:
Attachment A - Proof of Active SAM.gov Registration *Required
**No files uploaded
A.4. Address
990 Palm St
San Luis Obispo, CA 93401
CONTACT INFORMATION
A.5. Contact Person Name
David Amini
A.6. Contact Person Title
Housing Coordinator
A.7. Phone Number
(805) 781-7524
A.8. Email
damini@slocity.org
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B. Proposed Project & Project
Details
Completed by damini@slocity.org on 10/1/2024 9:27 AM
Case Id: 30250
Name: City of San Luis Obispo - 2025
Address: 990 Palm St, San Luis Obispo, CA 93401
B. Proposed Project & Project Details
Please provide the following information.
B.1. Name of Proposed Project
City of San Luis Obispo Capacity Building
B.2. Project/Program Address
990 Palm St
San Luis Obispo, CA 93401
B.3. Areas Served-Select all that apply
City of Arroyo Grande
City of Atascadero
City of Morro Bay
City of Paso Robles
City of Pismo Beach
City of San Luis Obispo
B.4. Proposed Project Type-A separate application must be submitted for each project type.
Planning and Capacity Building (24 CFR 570.205)
B.5. Provide a brief narrative of the proposed project and how funds will be used for administration or planning and
capacity building.
Under this application, staff will continue to implement Program 1.7 from the 6th Cycle Housing Element which directly
benefits homeless and low-income individuals by continuing to support local and regional solutions to homelessness by
funding supportive programs, services, and housing solutions. Staff will also continue to implement Program 8.11 from
the Housing Element which requires the City's Housing Policies and Programs team to continue to provide resources that
support local and regional solutions to meet the needs of homeless. Staff will also continue to support, jointly with other
agencies, shelters and programs, for the homeless and displaced individuals. These policies are specifically implemented
through the City's Homelessness Response Strategic Plan adopted by City Council in 2023.
B.6. Required Acknowledgement for Federal Grants or Contracts. Does your organization certify that, if awarded
funds, it will comply with the requirements as shown as “Example Exhibit D-General Conditions ” and “Example
Exhibit E-Special Conditions ”?
Yes
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C. Funding & Eligible Activities
Completed by mrcastle@co.slo.ca.us on 10/4/2024 8:54 AM
Case Id: 30250
Name: City of San Luis Obispo - 2025
Address: 990 Palm St, San Luis Obispo, CA 93401
C. Funding & Eligible Activities
Please provide the following information.
C.2.a. Please upload the following documentation:
Attachment B - Most Recent Audit *Required
**No files uploaded
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D. Required Documents
Completed by damini@slocity.org on 10/1/2024 9:30 AM
Case Id: 30250
Name: City of San Luis Obispo - 2025
Address: 990 Palm St, San Luis Obispo, CA 93401
D. Required Documents
Please provide the following information.
Documentation
Attachment C - Supplemental Documentation
**No files uploaded
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Submit
Completed by damini@slocity.org on 10/1/2024 9:31 AM
Case Id: 30250
Name: City of San Luis Obispo - 2025
Address: 990 Palm St, San Luis Obispo, CA 93401
Submit
Please provide the following information.
The applicant certifies that all information contained in this application, and supporting documentation, given
for the purpose of obtaining assistance, is true and complete to the best of the applicant’s knowledge.
I hereby certify that our organization has complied with all applicable laws and regulations pertaining to the
application and is an eligible applicant for the requested funding.The organization proposes to provide the program
services or complete the project identified in this application. If this application is approved and this organization
receives the requested funding this organization agrees to adhere to all relevant Federal, State, and local regulations
and other assurances as required by the Commission.
I hereby certify that the organization is fully capable of fulfilling its obligation under this application, as stated
herein.
I further certify that the information provided in this Funding Application is correct, accurate, and complete.
Authorized Representative Signature
David Amini
Electronically signed by damini@slocity.org on 10/1/2024 9:30 AM
Authorized Representative Title
Housing Coordinator
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