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HomeMy WebLinkAboutHuman Services And Housing Funding Board - Minutes - 04/27/2022 HUMAN SERVICES & HOUSING FUNDING BOARD SPECIAL MEETING Wednesday, April 27, 2022, 4:00pm 222 Laporte Avenue, Fort Collins - Colorado River Meeting Room, First Floor Additional viewing option via Zoom 4 /2 7 /202 2 – MINUTES Page 1 1. CALL TO ORDER • At 4:07 PM the meeting was called to order by Josh Johnson. 2. ROLL CALL • Board Members Present o Olga Duvall o Steve Backsen o Ethnie Treick o Elizabeth Gillette – Joined in Progress o Mike Kulisheck o Pat Hastings o Josh Johnson, Chair • Staff Members Present o Adam Molzer, Staff Liaison, Social Sustainability – City of Fort Collins o Beth Rosen, Social Sustainability – City of Fort Collins o Taylor Reynolds, Social Sustainability – City of Fort Collins o Amanda McGimpsey, Social Sustainability – City of Fort Collins o Dianne Tjalkens, Social Sustainability – City of Fort Collins o Beth Yonce, Social Sustainability – City of Fort Collins Due to the duration and extent of the human services preliminary grant review, the summary of the meeting reflected in the minutes below may not include all details of the HSHF-Board’s discussion. For further information, details and insight, video recording resources are available by contacting the HSHF-Board staff liaison. 3. AGENDA REVIEW Josh Johnson read remote session instructions for the public attendees. Board members introduced themselves. Adam Molzer reviewed the agenda. The Board accepted the agenda with the addition of approval of the April 6th meeting minutes. DocuSign Envelope ID: 84DA6F19-CC30-4BDA-8498-B6B1E1E6AB72 HUMAN SERVICES & HOUSING FUNDING BOARD SPECIAL MEETING 4/27 /2022 – MINUTES Page 2 4. PUBLIC PARTICIPATION • Pam Jones – Crossroads Safehouse • Nathan Shaw – Vindeket Foods • Anne Genson • Annie Lindgren • Dave Boon • Laura Elliot • Dave Swinehart • Jen Ryan • Maria Del Mar No public comments. 5. APPROVAL OF MINUTES Ethnie Treick motioned to approve the April 6th, 2022 meeting minutes as presented, Elizabeth Gillette seconds the motion – approved 5-0. 6. BOARD MEMBER REPORTS • None 7. STAFF REPORTS • None 8. NEW BUSINESS a. Deliberations to Formulate Funding Recommendations – Human Services Adam Molzer provided a review of the deliberations protocol and funding available ($1.074 million). Adam reviewed the scorecard criteria and ranking spreadsheet. He noted that funding recommendations will go before council in June and the grant cycle will begin October 2022. Javier Echeverria-Diaz and Victoria Shaw reviewed the scorecard data for accuracy and deviations. In his evaluation, Javier noted that the scores from all members were well- balanced throughout the applications from high to low scores. No adjustments were necessary. Order is to begin at the top of the list with each proposal open to further discussion. Funding recommendations will be made with a first and second motion, and friendly amendments are permitted. DocuSign Envelope ID: 84DA6F19-CC30-4BDA-8498-B6B1E1E6AB72 HUMAN SERVICES & HOUSING FUNDING BOARD SPECIAL MEETING 4/27 /2022 – MINUTES Page 3 HS-31: The Family Center/ La Familia – Childcare Scholarships and Family Support Motion by Josh Johnson to fund at $70,000. Seconded by Ethnie Treick. The motion passed unanimously 6-0. HS-15: Homeward Alliance – Family Services Programs Motion by Steve Backsen to fund at $30,000. Seconded by Mike Kulisheck. Friendly amendment by Pat Hastings to fund at $32,000 was declined. The motion passed unanimously 6-0. HS-14: Food Bank for Larimer County – Kids Café Motion by Olga Duvall to fund at $25,000. Seconded by Josh Johnson. The motion passed unanimously 6-0. HS-16: Homeward Alliance – Murphy Center Programs Motion by Olga Duvall to fund at $30,000. Seconded by Ethnie Treick. Motion passed unanimously 6-0. HS-29: Teaching Tree Early Childhood Learning Center – Childcare Scholarships Motion by Ethnie Treick to fund at $75,000. Seconded by Josh Johnson. The motion passed unanimously 6-0. HS-40: United Way of Weld County – Coordinated Assessment & Housing Placement System Motion by Mike Kulisheck to fund at $20,000. Seconded by Ethnie Treick. The motion passed unanimously 6-0. HS-35: Salvation Army – Rent & Utility Assistance Motion by Ethnie Treick to fund at $15,000. Seconded by Steve Backsen. The motion passed unanimously 6-0. CDBG-5: Neighbor to Neighbor - Homelessness Prevention Assistance Motion by Josh Johnson to fund at $55,000. Seconded by Steve Backsen. The Motion passed unanimously 6-0. DocuSign Envelope ID: 84DA6F19-CC30-4BDA-8498-B6B1E1E6AB72 HUMAN SERVICES & HOUSING FUNDING BOARD SPECIAL MEETING 4/27 /2022 – MINUTES Page 4 HS-22: Neighbor to Neighbor – Homelessness Prevention Coordination Motion by Ethnie Treick to fund at $50,000. Seconded by Olga Duvall. The Motion passed unanimously 6-0. HS-24: Project Self- Sufficiency – Project Self-Sufficiency Motion by Olga Duvall to fund at $30,000. Seconded by Ethnie Treick. The motion passed unanimously 6-0. CDBG-1: Catholic Charities – Samaritan House Shelter Motion by Pat Hastings to fund at $55,000. Seconded by Ethnie Treick. The motion passed unanimously 6-0. ** Board member Elizabeth Gillette joined in progress. CDBG-2: Crossroads Safehouse – Domestic Violence Emergency Shelter Advocacy Motion by Steve Backsen to fund at $45,000. Seconded by Ethnie Treick. The motion passed unanimously 7-0. HS-25: Respite Care – Childcare Scholarships Motion by Mike Kulisheck to fund at $22,000. Seconded by Olga Duvall. The motion passed unanimously 7-0. Discussion: Staffing expenses comprise 19% of the total budget, which seems high. This organization provides a unique and valued service to the community. CDBG-4: Family Housing Network – Bridge Housing – Sherwood House Motion by Pat Hastings to fund at $15,000. Seconded by Ethnie Treick. The motion passed unanimously 7-0. HS-7: ChildSafe Colorado – Child Abuse Treatment Program Motion by Josh Johnson to fund at $36,000. Seconded by Elizabeth Gillette. The motion passed unanimously 7-0. HS-2: Boys & Girls Club of Larimer County – Now More Than Ever – Boys & Girls Clubs of Larimer County Motion by Ethnie Treick to fund at $35,000. Seconded by Josh Johnson. Friendly amendment by Elizabeth to fund at $32,500. Accepted by Ethnie Treick and Josh Johnson. The motion passed 7-0. DocuSign Envelope ID: 84DA6F19-CC30-4BDA-8498-B6B1E1E6AB72 HUMAN SERVICES & HOUSING FUNDING BOARD SPECIAL MEETING 4/27 /2022 – MINUTES Page 5 Discussion: Board members discussed funding this project above the presented mean/median because the services have become even more important since COVID. Boys & Girls Club may want to consider/institute a sliding scale for services rather than a flat fee. While this program is important during COVID, the opinion is held that there are more needed services, and this organization has the brand recognition to get more funding elsewhere. HS-5: Catholic Charities – Senior Services Motion by Olga Duvall to fund at $27,000. Seconded by Josh Johnson. Friendly amendment by Steve to fund at $27,500. Accepted by Olga Duvall and Josh Johnson. The motion passed 7-0. Discussion: Lutheran Family Services is no longer providing these services, leaving only Catholic Charities. HS-9: Disabled Resource Services – Access to Independence Motion by Ethnie Treick to fund at $18,000. Seconded by Mike Kulisheck. Friendly amendment by Elizabeth Gillette to fund at $20,000. Accepted by Ethnie Treick and Mike Kulisheck. The motion passed 7-0. HS-4: CASA of Larimer County – Family Connections at Harmony House Motion by Josh Johnson to fund at $40,000. Seconded by Ethnie Treick. The motion passed unanimously 7-0. CDBG-3: Family Housing Network – Shelter Programs Motion by Olga Duvall to fund at $19,000. Seconded by Pat Hastings. Friendly amendment by Elizabeth Gillette to fund at $20,000. Accepted by Olga Duvall and Pat Hastings. The motion passed 7-0. Adam Molzer called for a short break and the meeting resumed at 5:40 PM. Beth Rosen and Adam Molzer presented the current funding recommendations for CDBG public service projects, currently $17,497 over available CDBG funding. Projects that are funding with CDBG public service dollars will be contracted a percentage of CDBG funds (varies year-to-year) over a three-year period. Discussion: Board members discussed funding CDBG-4 with human services dollars (one-year contract) rather than CDBG dollars (three-year contract) because it’s a new project with high potential for growth. DocuSign Envelope ID: 84DA6F19-CC30-4BDA-8498-B6B1E1E6AB72 HUMAN SERVICES & HOUSING FUNDING BOARD SPECIAL MEETING 4/27 /2022 – MINUTES Page 6 Beth Rosen clarified that City Staff evaluated the grant proposals and determined which were eligible for CDBG public service funding based on their alignment with the Consolidated Plan (offering emergency shelter or preventing homelessness), not based on future growth of the projects. There is no mandate to use 15% of CDBG funding for public services. If HUD allocations increase year-to-year by a significant amount, City staff would work to make the funding consistent. Rather than decreasing all CDBG eligible projects by a percentage to use only CDBG funds available, board members returned to the idea of funding CDBG-4 with human service dollars and decreasing the remaining four CBDG projects by a small amount, to balance the public service budget. CBDG-4: Motion to Approve Family Housing Network – Bridge Housing/Sherwood House with City-Sourced Human Services Program Funding, and Subsequently Approve the Percentages of CDBG Funding Projects as Presented with Three-Year Contract Terms. Motion by Josh Johnson to fund at $15,000 and approve the CDBG percentages as presented. Seconded by Olga Duvall. The motion passed 6-1. Elizabeth Gillette abstained. HS-43: Volunteers of America – Home Delivered Meal Service Motion by Josh Johnson to fund at $25,000. Seconded by Ethnie Treick. The motion passed unanimously 7-0. HS-8: Crossroads Safehouse – Road to Home Housing Case Management Motion by Ethnie Treick to fund at $20,000. Seconded by Olga Duvall. Friendly amendment by Mike Kulisheck to fund at $22,000. Accepted by Ethnie Treick and Olga Duvall. The motion passed 7-0. HS-33: The Matthews House – Youth and Family Center Motion by Josh Johnson to fund at $25,000. Seconded by Ethnie Treick. The motion passed 6-0. Elizabeth Gillette abstained. HS-1: A Little Help – A Little Help for Older Adults in Fort Collins Motion by Steve Backsen to fund at $20,000. Seconded by Olga Duvall. The motion passed unanimously 7-0. HS-42: Volunteers of America – Handyman Program Motion by Elizabeth Gillette to fund at $15,000. Seconded by Steve Backsen. The motion passed unanimously 7-0. DocuSign Envelope ID: 84DA6F19-CC30-4BDA-8498-B6B1E1E6AB72 HUMAN SERVICES & HOUSING FUNDING BOARD SPECIAL MEETING 4/27 /2022 – MINUTES Page 7 HS-30: The Crawford Child Advocacy Center – Services for Physically & Sexually Abused Children Motion by Ethnie Treick to fund at $15,000. Seconded by Mike Kulisheck. Friendly amendment by Elizabeth to fund at $17,000. Accepted by Ethnie Treick and Mike Kulisheck. The motion passed 7-0. Discussion: Abuse victims continue to be the some of the most vulnerable individuals in our community. By funding advocacy services, one could be mitigating the victims’ need for other services. HS-39: United Way of Larimer County – Childcare Scholarships Motion by Mike Kulisheck to fund at $20,000. Seconded by Steve Backsen. Friendly amendment by Elizabeth Gillette to fund at $15,000. Declined by Mike Kulisheck. Friendly amendment by Steve Backsen to restrict the funding to scholarships. Accepted by Mike Kulisheck. The motion passed 7-0. Discussion: United Way of Larimer County has the brand recognition to seek other funding and there are other acute needs to address beyond childcare. Childcare remains a very important issue for the community and these types of service help families stay afloat. This organization has included funding for scholarships, Spanish translation services, application software, and indirect and administrative costs. Adam Molzer reminded the board members that all organizations approved for funding are eligible to claim up to 10% of their grant for indirect and administrative costs, regardless of whether they indicated so on their application. This decentralized model for childcare should allow consumers to find childcare more easily in their community and does not restrict low-income families to utilize select childcare centers. HS-3: CASA of Larimer County – Court Appointed Special Advocates Motion by Josh Johnson to fund at $37,500. Seconded by Elizabeth Gillette. The motion passed unanimously 7-0. Beth Rosen provided an update of funds: remaining balance is $182,508. Adam Molzer called for a short break and the meeting resumed at 6:49 PM. DocuSign Envelope ID: 84DA6F19-CC30-4BDA-8498-B6B1E1E6AB72 HUMAN SERVICES & HOUSING FUNDING BOARD SPECIAL MEETING 4/27 /2022 – MINUTES Page 8 HS-27: Sexual Assault Victim Advocate Center – Sexual Assault Victim Services Motion by Elizabeth Gillette to fund at $27,000. Seconded by Mike Kulisheck. The motion passed unanimously 7-0. HS-41: Vindeket Foods – Vindeket Market Motion by Pat Hastings to fund at $21,000. Seconded by Ethnie Treick. The motion passed unanimously 7-0. HS-21: Meals on Wheels for Fort Collins – Meal Delivery Program Motion by Ethnie Treick to fund at $27,500. Seconded by Steve Backsen. The motion passed unanimously 7-0. HS-20: McBackpack, Inc. - McBackpack Motion by Steve Backsen to fund at $15,000. Seconded by Josh Johnson. The motion passed unanimously 7-0. Discussion: This program is 100% volunteer run. Adam Molzer provided an update of funds: remaining balance is ~$92,000. HS-23: Plan de Salud del Valle – Primary Health Care Services Motion by Pat Hastings to fund at $15,000. Seconded by Ethnie Treick. The motion was withdrawn by Pat Hastings. Motion by Josh Johnson to fund at $0. Seconded by Olga Duvall. The motion passed unanimously 7-0. Discussion: Board members evaluated the financial strength of the organization. City funding would make up only a small portion of this organization’s total budget. This is a program that has in the past scored very high. It’s an important service that has scored much lower this year. These funds could have a greater impact on another organization or program. HS-34: The Quarter Project Motion by Ethnie Treick to fund at $15,000. Seconded by Olga Duvall. The motion passed 5-2. Opposed by Mike Kulisheck and Steve Backsen. Discussion: This program is not as urgent as those in the other applications. Potential for funding partnerships with technology companies. Funding this project is an investment in the future. Young girls from low-income households could acquire skills that allow them to be less dependent on services in the future. DocuSign Envelope ID: 84DA6F19-CC30-4BDA-8498-B6B1E1E6AB72 HUMAN SERVICES & HOUSING FUNDING BOARD SPECIAL MEETING 4/27 /2022 – MINUTES Page 9 Line items in request include staffing personnel, program supplies, and scholarships. Adam Molzer provided an update of funds: remaining balance is ~ $77,000. HS-11: Elderhaus Adult Day Program – Elderhaus Adult Day Program Motion by Elizabeth Gillette to fund at $20,000. Seconded by Mike Kulisheck. Friendly amendment by Josh to fund at $15,000 was withdrawn. Friendly amendment by Pat Hastings to fund at $17,000 was declined. The motion passed 6-1. Opposed by Pat Hastings. Discussion: This is an important program. Funding decisions should not be based on the number of proposals left to review. The funding for this program is rightfully being based on its position within the ranks. Higher ranked projects often get a larger portion of their funding request than lower ranked projects. HS-37: Turning Point – Outpatient Services and Bridge the Gap Program Motion by Olga Duvall to fund at $0. Seconded by Mike Kulisheck. The motion passed 6-1. Pat Hastings abstained. Discussion: There is no disputing that mental health was increasingly important before the pandemic, and even more important following COVID. Decision made based on remaining available funding. HS-18: La Cocina – A ¡Tomate Tu Pausa! Un encuentro a la vez… Motion by Mike Kulisheck to fund at $20,000. Seconded by Elizabeth Gillette. The motion passed unanimously 7-0. Adam Molzer provided an update of funds: remaining balance is ~ $37,000. HS-32: The Growing Project – Kids Feeding Kids/Growing Civic Leaders Motion by Olga Duvall to fund at $15,000. Seconded by Ethnie Treick. The motion passed 5-2. Opposed by Mike Kulisheck and Steve Backsen. Discussion: Board votes to favor or disfavor funding were based on available funding, not the program itself. Adam Molzer provided an update of funds: remaining balance is ~ $22,000. DocuSign Envelope ID: 84DA6F19-CC30-4BDA-8498-B6B1E1E6AB72 HUMAN SERVICES & HOUSING FUNDING BOARD SPECIAL MEETING 4/27 /2022 – MINUTES Page 10 HS-6: Children’s Speech & Reading Center – Speech-Language, Reading & Pre- Literacy Motion by Steve Backsen to fund at $0. Seconded by Josh Johnson. The motion passed 5-2. Opposed by Ethnie Treick and Elizabeth Gillette. Discussion: This program should be a focus for Poudre School District. HS-10: Easterseals Colorado – Employment Services for Residents with Disabilities Motion by Mike Kulisheck to fund at $15,000. Seconded by Josh Johnson. The motion passed 5-2. Opposed by Pat Hastings and Ethnie Treick. Adam Molzer provided an update of funds: remaining balance is ~ $7,000. HS-19: Larimer County Partners – Youth Mentoring Motion by Steve Backsen to fund at $0. Seconded by Elizabeth Gilliette. Second motion withdrawn by Elizabeth Gillette and confirmed by Olga Duvall. The motion passed 6-0. Elizabeth Gillette abstained. Discussion: Request is 3% of their total budget and this organization likely enjoys community support. HS-17: ISAAC of Nothern Colorado – Rights and Resources Community Empowerment Clinic Motion by Ethnie Treick to fund at $0. Seconded by Steve Backsen. The motion passed unanimously 7-0. Discussion: City funding was requested at 80% of the total budget. HS-38: UCHealth Northern Colorado Foundation Motion by Josh Johnson to fund at $0. Seconded by Olga Duvall. The motion passed unanimously 7-0. Discussion: Great program. Difficult to justify using City funds when they UC Health Northern Colorado Foundation has $1.9 million in reserves. HS-12: Ensight Skills Center – Low Vision Rehabilitation Program Motion by Mike Kulisheck to fund at $0. Seconded by Olga Duvall. Second motion withdrawn by Olga Duvall and confirmed by Ethnie Treick. The motion passed 4-3. Opposed by Olga Duvall, Steve Backsen, and Elizabeth Gillette. Discussion: Great program that improves quality of life for many. DocuSign Envelope ID: 84DA6F19-CC30-4BDA-8498-B6B1E1E6AB72 HUMAN SERVICES & HOUSING FUNDING BOARD SPECIAL MEETING 4/27 /2022 – MINUTES Page 11 HS-13: Feeding Our Community Ourselves – Community Meals Motion by Olga Duvall to fund at $0. Seconded by Josh Johnson. The motion passed unanimously 7-0. Discussion: Funding request comprises 95% of program budget. Not much outside funding. Tokens for program could be very costly. HS-28: Sproutin Up – Youth Programs Motion by Mike Kulisheck to fund at $0. Seconded by Josh Johnson. The motion passed 6-0. Olga Duvall abstained. Discussion: Great project, but no available funds. Board members clarified that the difference between this program and The Growing Project were that Sproutin’ Up is that this incorporates financial literacy, job readiness and summer program components. HS-36: The Vegetable Connection – Feeding the Families Program Motion by Steve Backsen to fund at $0. Seconded by Ethnie Treick. The motion passed unanimously 7-0. HS-26: Sexual Assault Victim Advocate Center – Prevention Education Programming Motion by Elizabeth Gillette to fund at $0. Seconded by Ethnie Treick. The motion passed unanimously 7-0. Discussion: Important program serving many touched by this issue, but no available funding. HS-15: Homeward Alliance – Family Services Program Motion by Pat Hastings to fund at $32,000. Seconded by Josh Johnson. The motion passed unanimously 7-0. HS-14: Food Bank for Larimer County – Kids Café Motion by Pat Hastings to fund at $28,000. Seconded by Elizabeth Gillette. The motion passed unanimously 7-0. HS-16: Homeward Alliance – Murphy Center Programs Motion by Pat Hastings to fund at $32,008. Seconded by Elizabeth Gillette. The motion passed unanimously 7-0. DocuSign Envelope ID: 84DA6F19-CC30-4BDA-8498-B6B1E1E6AB72 HUMAN SERVICES & HOUSING FUNDING BOARD SPECIAL MEETING 4/27 /2022 – MINUTES Page 12 CDBG Proposals: Motion by Josh Johnson to fund CDBG public service proposals based on the agreement upon percentage (translated to actual dollars with final HUD allocations): Neighbor to Neighbor – Homelessness Prevention Assistance 32% Catholic Charities – Samaritan House Shelter 31% Crossroads Safehouse – Domestic Violence Emergency Shelter Advocacy 26% Family Housing Network – Shelter Programs 11% Seconded by Ethnie Treick. The motion passed unanimously 7-0. Adam Molzer provided an overview of the funding recommendations: • Of the total 48 proposals, 37 were recommended for funding. • There was a $1M gap between the funds requested and those available. • City staff has submitted a request for additional grant funding for 2023 and 2024 and board members will be provided any updates. Slate Proposals: Motion by Steve Backsen to adopt the recommended funding slate for human services and CDBG public services true dollars and percentages as discussed and presented. Seconded by Elizabeth Gillette. The motion passed unanimously 7-0. Adam Molzer applauded the board members for work achieved in Housing and Human Services in just over the last few months and weeks. 9. BOARD MEMBER REPORTS • None. 10. OTHER BUSINESS • Adam Molzer shared that a 360-review on the grant recommendation process will be presented at the next regular meeting on May 11, 2022. • The City is and will be offering new grants: • Learning Loss Mitigation grant applications are now open • In May or June, applications will open for Childcare Systems Support • A total of $150,000 will be available for human service programs that have been impacted by COVID. Eligibility standards for these ARPA funds will require a separate competitive process in June. DocuSign Envelope ID: 84DA6F19-CC30-4BDA-8498-B6B1E1E6AB72 HUMAN SERVICES & HOUSING FUNDING BOARD SPECIAL MEETING 4 /2 7 /202 2 – MINUTES Page 13 • Beth Rosen will request input from Board regarding the $2.6 million in HOME ARP funding to determine the funding area types and application process. 11. NEXT MEETING • Regular Meeting • Wednesday, May 11, 2022 12. ADJOURNMENT • Meeting adjourned by Josh Johnson at 8:22 PM. Minutes were finalized and approved by the HSHF-Board on _________________________ City of Fort Collins Staff Liaison: ____________________________________________ Adam Molzer DocuSign Envelope ID: 84DA6F19-CC30-4BDA-8498-B6B1E1E6AB72 May 11, 2022