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HomeMy WebLinkAbout2022_03_24 HRC Agenda Packet . Date:March 24, 2022 Time:6:00 p.m. Location:Council Chambers, 276 Fourth Avenue, Chula Vista, CA Welcome to your Human Relations Commission Meeting The Human Relations Commission has transitioned back to holding live, in-person meetings. Public Comments: Public comments may be submitted to the Human Relations Commission in the following ways: In-Person comments during the meeting. Join us for the Human Relations Commission meeting at the time and location specified on this agenda to make your comments. Please visit www.chulavistaca.gov/boardmeetings for current mask requirements and other safety protocols. • Submit an eComment. Visit www.chulavistaca.gov/boardmeetings, locate this meeting, and click on the comment bubble icon. Click on the item you wish to comment on, and then click on "Leave Comment." The commenting period will close one hour before the meeting. All comments will be made available to the Commission and the public. • Mail or email comments. Submit comments via email to HRC@chulavistaca.gov or by mail to Human Relations Commission, 276 Fourth Ave, Chula Vista, CA. Please send comments early; written comments received within one hour of the meeting may not be distributed until the following day. • ACCESSIBILITY: Individuals with disabilities are invited to request reasonable modifications or accommodations in order to access and/or participate in a Human Relations Commission meeting by contacting the Human Relations Commission at HRC@chulavistaca.gov (California Relay Service is available for the hearing impaired by dialing 711) at least forty-eight hours in advance of the meeting. Pages 1.CALL TO ORDER 2.ROLL CALL Commissioners Baber, Custodio-Tan, Felix, Godinez, Lake, Medina, Martinez- Montes, Olaoye, Ratner, Vice-Chair Kean-Ayub, Chair Branch 3.PRESENTATIONS The following item(s) will be presentations given to the Commission. Action on these item(s) is typically limited to the Commission receiving the presentation and providing direction or feedback to staff, as appropriate. If you wish to speak on any item, please fill out a "Request to Speak" form and submit it to the Secretary prior to the meeting or submit an electronic comment per the instructions on page one of this agenda. 3.1.Presentation and Update on Outreach and Housing Efforts for Unsheltered in Chula Vista Recommended Action: Commission hear presentation and provide feedback as appropriate. 3.2.Presentation by the Asian Pacific Islander Initiative Regarding the Rapid Response Network Recommended Action: Commission hear presentation and provide feedback as appropriate. 4.PUBLIC COMMENTS Persons may address the Commission on any subject matter within the Commission’s jurisdiction that is not listed as an item on the agenda. State law generally prohibits the Commission from discussing or taking action on any issue not included on the agenda, but, if appropriate, the Commission may schedule the topic for future discussion or refer the matter to staff. If you wish to speak on any item, please fill out a "Request to Speak" form and submit it to the Secretary prior to the meeting or submit an electronic comment per the instructions on page one of this agenda. 5.ACTION ITEMS The Item(s) listed in this section of the agenda will be considered individually by the Commission and are expected to elicit discussion and deliberation. If you wish to speak on any item, please fill out a "Request to Speak" form and submit it to the Secretary prior to the meeting or submit an electronic comment per the instructions on page one of this agenda. 5.1.Approval of Meeting Minutes 4 Approval of Minutes of February 24, 2022. Recommended Action: Commission approve minutes. 2022/03/24 HRC Agenda Page 2 of 9 5.2.Consideration of a Letter to the City Council Regarding the Commission's Role with the Automated License Plate Reader Program (ALPR) 9 Recommended Action: Commission consider and approve drafted letter. 5.3.Discussion and Updates From Ad-Hoc Subcommittees Ad-Hoc Subcommittee Members Data Sharing Technologies/ALPR Baber, Branch, Custodio-Tan, Medina AAPI Lake, Kean-Ayub Recommended Action: Commission discuss and make recommendations as appropriate. 5.4.Discussion and Possible Action Regarding the Commission's Participation at Chula Vista's Earth Day Celebration on April 9, 2022 Recommended Action: Commission discuss and take action as appropriate. OTHER BUSINESS 6.STAFF COMMENTS 7.CHAIR'S COMMENTS 8.COMMISSIONERS' COMMENTS 9.ADJOURNMENT to the regular meeting on April 28, 2022 at 6:00 p.m. Materials provided to the Human Relations Commission related to any open- session item on this agenda are available for public review by contacting Human Relations Commission staff at hrc@chulavistaca.gov 2022/03/24 HRC Agenda Page 3 of 9 1 REGULAR MEETING OF THE HUMAN RELATIONS COMMISSION Meeting Minutes February 24, 2022, 6:00 p.m. Council Chambers, 276 Fourth Avenue, Chula Vista, CA Present: Commissioner Baber, Chair Branch, Commissioner Custodio- Tan, Vice Chair Kean-Ayub, Commissioner Lake, Commissioner Medina, Commissioner Olaoye, Commissioner Ratner Absent: Commissioner Felix, Commissioner Godinez, Commissioner Martinez-Montes Also Present: City Attorney Googins, Secretary Adrianna Hernandez, Marketing and Communications Manager Anne Steinberger _____________________________________________________________________ 1. CALL TO ORDER A regular meeting of the Human Relations Commission of the City of Chula Vista was called to order at 6:01 p.m. in Council Chambers, located in City Hall, 276 Fourth Avenue, Chula Vista, California. 2. ROLL CALL Secretary Hernandez called the roll. 3. PUBLIC COMMENTS 4. ACTION ITEMS 4.1 Approval of Meeting Minutes 2022/03/24 HRC Agenda Page 4 of 9 2 Margaret Baker, Chula Vista resident, submitted an electronic comment requesting copies of the presentations provided to the Commission. Moved by Commissioner Baber Seconded by Commissioner Lake Commission approve Minutes. Yes (8): Commissioner Baber, Chair Branch, Commissioner Custodio- Tan, Vice Chair Kean-Ayub, Commissioner Lake, Commissioner Medina, Commissioner Olaoye, and Commissioner Ratner Result:Carried (8 to 0) 4.2 Presentation by City staff and Madaffer Enterprises on the Citywide Oversight and Privacy Policy Initiative Including Discussion on the Role of the HRC on the Technology and Privacy Advisory Task Force The City's Chief Sustainability Officer, Dennis Gakunga, delivered a presentation on the Citywide Oversight and Privacy Policy In itiative and a discussion ensued with Jim Madaffer and Jeremy Ogul from Madaffer Enterprises answering questions. Margaret Baker, Chula Vista resident, submitted an electronic comment on behalf of South Bay People Power urging the Commission to play a lead role in the policy development process. Kathy Cappos Hardy, Chula Vista resident, submitted an electronic comment in support of the Commission having a member on the Task Force and expressing concerns about civil liberties. Nicholas Paul, Chula Vista resident, spoke in opposition of this item. JoAnn Fields, Chula Vista resident, spoke on behalf of the Asian Pacific Islander Initiative in support of this item. Sophia Rodriguez, Chula Vista resident, spoke regarding this item. Moved by Commissioner Medina Seconded by Commissioner Baber Commissioner Medina moved to: 1. Recommend the City Manager allow the HRC or an HRC Ad -Hoc support the City Manager and Madaffer Enterprises through the 2022/03/24 HRC Agenda Page 5 of 9 3 selection process of the Technology and Privacy Advisory Task Force members; 2. Have an HRC member serve on the Technology and Privacy Advisory Task Force; 3. Include the HRC as a focus group to gauge public opinion; 4. Extend the application period beyond March 4th; 5. Recommend more community outreach regarding the Technology and Privacy Advisory Task Force and effort. Yes (8): Commissioner Baber, Chair Branch, Commissioner Custodio - Tan, Vice Chair Kean-Ayub, Commissioner Lake, Commissioner Medina, Commissioner Olaoye, and Commissioner Ratner Result:Carried (8 to 0) Moved by Chair Branch Seconded by Vice Chair Kean-Ayub Chair Branch moved to recommend Commissioner Custodio-Tan to serve as the HRC representative on the Technology and Privacy Advisory Task Force. Yes (8): Commissioner Baber, Chair Branch, Commissioner Custodio - Tan, Vice Chair Kean-Ayub, Commissioner Lake, Commissioner Medina, Commissioner Olaoye, and Commissioner Ratner Result:Carried (8 to 0) 4.3 Discussion and Possible Action Regarding the Human Relations Commission's Role with Respect to the Automated License Plate Reader (ALPR) Program Margaret Baker, Chula Vista resident, submitted an electronic comment in support of the HRC's involvement with the ALPR program. Sophia Rodriguez, Chula Vista resident, spoke regarding this item. Moved by Chair Branch Seconded by Vice Chair Kean-Ayub Chair Branch made a motion to ask City Council to continue to receive ALPR reports until there is another body that received these reports. 2022/03/24 HRC Agenda Page 6 of 9 4 Yes (7): Commissioner Baber, Chair Branch, Commissioner Custodio - Tan, Vice Chair Kean-Ayub, Commissioner Lake, Commissioner Medina, and Commissioner Ratner Result:Carried (7 to 0) 4.4 Discussion and Updates on Ad-Hoc Subcommittees City Attorney Glen Googins provided a brief description about the scope and limitations of Ad-Hoc Subcommittees and discussion ensued regarding each previously identified Ad-Hoc Subcommittee. Margaret Baker, Chula Vista resident, submitted an electronic comment regarding support for the HRC to continue monitoring the city's use of surveillance technology, data sharing, and policing issues. JoAnn Fields, Chula Vista resident, spoke in support of the AAPI Ad-Hoc Sub-Committee. Moved by Chair Branch Seconded by Commissioner Ratner Chair Branch moved to: 1. Disband all Ad-Hoc Subcommittees, with the exception of the AAPI Ad-Hoc; 2. Reconstitute the Data Sharing Technologies/ALPR Ad-Hoc. Yes (7): Commissioner Baber, Chair Branch, Commissioner Custodio - Tan, Vice Chair Kean-Ayub, Commissioner Lake, Commissioner Medina, and Commissioner Ratner Result:Carried (7 to 0) Moved by Chair Branch Seconded by Commissioner Medina Chair Branch moved to assign the following to the Data Sharing Technologies/ALPR Ad-Hoc Subcommittee: 1. Chair Branch 2. Commissioner Medina 3. Commissioner Custodio-Tan 2022/03/24 HRC Agenda Page 7 of 9 5 4. Commissioner Baber With a scope of work consisting of ongoing interaction with city staff regarding the City's Technology and Privacy Policy Initiative. Yes (7): Commissioner Baber, Chair Branch, Commissioner Custodio - Tan, Vice Chair Kean-Ayub, Commissioner Lake, Commissioner Medina, and Commissioner Ratner Result:Carried (7 to 0) OTHER BUSINESS 5. STAFF COMMENTS 6. CHAIR'S COMMENTS Chair Branch shared her thoughts and prayers for the people of Ukraine as well as Chula Vista residents with friends and family in Ukraine. 7. COMMISSIONERS' COMMENTS Vice Chair Kean-Ayub brought to everyone's attention Governor Greg Abbot's policy against trans kids and how horrible it is to seek out parents for helping their children and would like to keep an eye on it in case of future public outreach needs. 8. ADJOURNMENT The meeting was adjourned at 8:54 p.m. Minutes prepared by: Adrianna Hernandez Secretary _________________________ Adrianna Hernandez, Secretary 2022/03/24 HRC Agenda Page 8 of 9 March 24, 2022 Honorable Mayor and City Council: This past January, the City Council relieved the Human Relations Commission (HRC) of their Automated License Plate Reader (ALPR) Program quarterly update duties. Since then, we have continued to receive feedback at the HRC meetings regarding the significance of our Commission’s role with regard to ALPR. After further discussion, the HRC made a motion to refer back to the City Council a request to continue receiving ALPR quarterly updates by the Chula Vista Police Department until there is another body that is responsible for receiving these reports. Sincerely, Petrina Branch, Chair Human Relations Commission 2022/03/24 HRC Agenda Page 9 of 9 **POST-MEETING AGENDA** Date:March 24, 2022 Time:6:00 p.m. Location:Council Chambers, 276 Fourth Avenue, Chula Vista, CA Welcome to your Human Relations Commission Meeting The Human Relations Commission has transitioned back to holding live, in-person meetings. Public Comments: Public comments may be submitted to the Human Relations Commission in the following ways: In-Person comments during the meeting. Join us for the Human Relations Commission meeting at the time and location specified on this agenda to make your comments. Please visit www.chulavistaca.gov/boardmeetings for current mask requirements and other safety protocols. • Submit an eComment. Visit www.chulavistaca.gov/boardmeetings, locate this meeting, and click on the comment bubble icon. Click on the item you wish to comment on, and then click on "Leave Comment." The commenting period will close one hour before the meeting. All comments will be made available to the Commission and the public. • Mail or email comments. Submit comments via email to HRC@chulavistaca.gov or by mail to Human Relations Commission, 276 Fourth Ave, Chula Vista, CA. Please send comments early; written comments received within one hour of the meeting may not be distributed until the following day. • ACCESSIBILITY: Individuals with disabilities are invited to request reasonable modifications or accommodations in order to access and/or participate in a Human Relations Commission meeting by contacting the Human Relations Commission at HRC@chulavistaca.gov (California Relay Service is available for the hearing impaired by dialing 711) at least forty-eight hours in advance of the meeting. Pages 1.CALL TO ORDER 2.ROLL CALL Commissioners Baber, Custodio-Tan, Felix, Godinez, Lake, Medina, Olaoye, Ratner, Vice-Chair Kean-Ayub, Chair Branch 3.PRESENTATIONS The following item(s) will be presentations given to the Commission. Action on these item(s) is typically limited to the Commission receiving the presentation and providing direction or feedback to staff, as appropriate. If you wish to speak on any item, please fill out a "Request to Speak" form and submit it to the Secretary prior to the meeting or submit an electronic comment per the instructions on page one of this agenda. 3.1.Presentation and Update on Outreach and Housing Efforts for Unsheltered in Chula Vista 4 Recommended Action: Commission hear presentation and provide feedback as appropriate. 3.2.Presentation by the Asian Pacific Islander Initiative Regarding the Rapid Response Network Recommended Action: Commission hear presentation and provide feedback as appropriate. 4.PUBLIC COMMENTS Persons may address the Commission on any subject matter within the Commission’s jurisdiction that is not listed as an item on the agenda. State law generally prohibits the Commission from discussing or taking action on any issue not included on the agenda, but, if appropriate, the Commission may schedule the topic for future discussion or refer the matter to staff. If you wish to speak on any item, please fill out a "Request to Speak" form and submit it to the Secretary prior to the meeting or submit an electronic comment per the instructions on page one of this agenda. 5.ACTION ITEMS The Item(s) listed in this section of the agenda will be considered individually by the Commission and are expected to elicit discussion and deliberation. If you wish to speak on any item, please fill out a "Request to Speak" form and submit it to the Secretary prior to the meeting or submit an electronic comment per the instructions on page one of this agenda. 5.1.Approval of Meeting Minutes 35 Approval of Minutes of February 24, 2022. Recommended Action: Commission approve minutes. 2022/03/24 HRC Agenda Page 2 of 40 5.2.Consideration of a Letter to the City Council Regarding the Commission's Role with the Automated License Plate Reader Program (ALPR) 40 Recommended Action: Commission consider and approve drafted letter. 5.3.Discussion and Updates From Ad-Hoc Subcommittees Ad-Hoc Subcommittee Members Data Sharing Technologies/ALPR Baber, Branch, Custodio-Tan, Medina AAPI Lake, Kean-Ayub Recommended Action: Commission discuss and make recommendations as appropriate. 5.4.Discussion and Possible Action Regarding the Commission's Participation at Chula Vista's Earth Day Celebration on April 9, 2022 Recommended Action: Commission discuss and take action as appropriate. OTHER BUSINESS 6.STAFF COMMENTS 7.CHAIR'S COMMENTS 8.COMMISSIONERS' COMMENTS 9.ADJOURNMENT to the regular meeting on April 28, 2022 at 6:00 p.m. Materials provided to the Human Relations Commission related to any open- session item on this agenda are available for public review by contacting Human Relations Commission staff at hrc@chulavistaca.gov 2022/03/24 HRC Agenda Page 3 of 40 PRESENTATION TO THE HUMAN RELATIONS COMMISSION Outreach and Housing Efforts for the Unsheltered Presented by: Angélica Davis, Housing Division Sgt. Ernesto Pinedo, CVPD 2022/03/24 HRC Agenda Page 4 of 40 •State of the Unsheltered •City Efforts ITEM TOPICS 2022/03/24 HRC Agenda Page 5 of 40 STATE OF THE UNSHELTERED 2022/03/24 HRC Agenda Page 6 of 40 Point-in-Time Count –CVCounts21 2022/03/24 HRC Agenda Page 7 of 40 Sheltered Unsheltered Motelled Total 120 322 350 792 50% Women 23% Children 8% Veterans 55% 1st Time Homeless Unsheltered in our Community: BY THE NUMBERS 2020 Total = 212 2022/03/24 HRC Agenda Page 8 of 40 Family-Related Issues Cost of LivingMental Health Job Loss Medical Problem Substance Abuse Unsheltered in our Community: CAUSES 2022/03/24 HRC Agenda Page 9 of 40 RESOURCES AND EFFORTS TO ADDRESS HOMELESSNESS 2022/03/24 HRC Agenda Page 10 of 40 Interfaith Shelter Network Resources: PARTNERS Police Department Code Enforcement |Housing Public Works |Parks & Rec. 2022/03/24 HRC Agenda Page 11 of 40 Outreach Case Management Transitional Housing Permanent Housing Resources: PROGRAMS AND SERVICES 2022/03/24 HRC Agenda Page 12 of 40 Resources: PROGRAMS Take Back the Streets &Work for Hope Programs Over 1Million Lbs. Of Trash Collected 76 restrooms 69 gazebos 39 picnic areas2022/03/24 HRC Agenda Page 13 of 40 Resources: SERVICES Vaccines Reunification Client-Centered ApproachOutreach2022/03/24 HRC Agenda Page 14 of 40 Grant Amount ESG-CV1 $533,668 ESG-CV2 $3,382,534 CDBG-CV1 $730,675 CDBG-CV3 $2,047,962 CDBG-Entitlement $721,363 Total $7,416,202 Resources: FUNDING (FY21) 2022/03/24 HRC Agenda Page 15 of 40 HOMELESS BRIDGE SHELTER 2022/03/24 HRC Agenda Page 16 of 40 PROJECT SITE: 205 27th Street 2022/03/24 HRC Agenda Page 17 of 40 PROJECT SITE PLAN FAIVRE STREET 27 TH ST R E E T 2022/03/24 HRC Agenda Page 18 of 40 Housing Type: PALLET SHELTER 2022/03/24 HRC Agenda Page 19 of 40 63 Units 3 Units Housing Type: PALLET SHELTER 2022/03/24 HRC Agenda Page 20 of 40 TIMELINE -- OPERATOR RFQ CONTRACT SHELTER DEVELOPMENT COMMUNITY ENGAGEMENT SHELTER OPENING APRIL APRIL –JUNE ONGOING SUMMER 2022 2022/03/24 HRC Agenda Page 21 of 40 QUESTIONS and COMMENTS 2022/03/24 HRC Agenda Page 22 of 40 “I went from the Work for Hope program to now working my dream job!! I am a Certified SUD Peer Support Specialist. “I am an addict, I am a mother, I am a sister, I am a peer, but I also am a human” I just needed hope to feel alive again.” Nanieces’ Story Move-In day for Naniece2022/03/24 HRC Agenda Page 23 of 40 v . 0 03 P a g e | 1 November 9, 2021 ITEM TITLE Emergency Shelter Units: Approval of a Master Product and Services Agreement with Pallet SPC for Emergency Shelter Units Report Number: 21-0182 Location: 205 27th Street Department: Development Services Environmental Notice: This activity is not a “Project” as defined under Section 15378 of the California Environmental Quality Act State Guidelines; therefore, pursuant to State Guidelines Section 15060(c)(3) no environmental review is required. Recommended Action Adopt a resolution approving a Master Product and Services Agreement with Pallet SPC. SUMMARY In response to the homeless crisis faced by the City and the region, the City is pursuing development of a temporary bridge shelter, to be located at 205 27th Street. This item presents the option to purchase sixty- six (66) individual housing units and two (2) multi-purpose rooms, for a total of sixty-eight (68) units to be installed on the site. Development of the site for this use also includes the installation of restrooms, showers, a laundry facility and security, as well as basic site improvements (i.e., grading, electrical infrastructure, lighting). ENVIRONMENTAL REVIEW The Director of Development Services has reviewed the proposed activity for compliance with the California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA) and has determined that the activity is not a “Project” as defined under Section 15378 of the State CEQA Guidelines because it will not result in a physical change in the environment; therefore, pursuant to Section 15060(c)(3) of the State CEQA Guidelines, the activity is not subject to CEQA. Under NEPA, the activity is exempt pursuant to Title 24, Part 58.34(a)(2)&(3) of the Code of Federal Regulations and pursuant to the U.S. Department of Housing & Urban Development Environmental Guidelines. Thus, no further environmental review is necessary at this time. Although environmental review is not necessary at this time, once a project(s) has been defined, environmental review will be required and a CEQA/NEPA determination completed prior to initiation of any related project activity. 2022/03/24 HRC Agenda Page 24 of 40 P a g e | 2 BOARD/COMMISSION/COMMITTEE RECOMMENDATION Not applicable. DISCUSSION State of Homelessness in Chula Vista The homelessness crisis is affecting nearly every community in the nation. The potential causes of homelessness are varied and further complicated by the wide range of affected people including single adults, families, single mothers with children, transitional age youth, seniors, and veterans. The complexity and diversity of its population creates significant challenges for the City of Chula Vista as it seeks ways to assist the homeless. This problem is further exacerbated for communities that lack safe sheltering options (beds) as clients navigate and attempt their transition into a more stable living situation. To properly assess the severity of the challenges, the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development (“HUD”) requires communities across the Nation to conduct a Point-in-Time Count (“PIT”). The PIT consists of an annual survey and enumeration of homeless individuals within each jurisdiction. This data is used to evaluate the effectiveness of the City’s efforts as well as make policy decisions and determine resources needed. The annual count is typically carried out on the third Friday of January; however, due to the COVID- 19 pandemic (“COVID”) no official count was conducted in 2020. Understanding the importance of an accurate profile in Chula Vista, the Homeless Outreach Team (“HOT”) conducted its own PIT in August 2021 (“CVCounts2021”). With accuracy as the primary goal, the operation was carefully planned and approached in sectors, with teams comprised of law enforcement, city staff and contracted outreach workers. As referenced below, the Count revealed an astonishing increase over the 2019 Point in Time Count. CVCounts2021 PIT 2019 2021 Sheltered (Emergency, Safe Haven or Transitional) 101 120 Unsheltered 212 672* Total 313 792 * This number included 350 housed in hotels/motels. Individuals with a place to sleep for the night paid for by a charitable organization or governmental agency are considered to be unsheltered, as without the assistance they likely would be on the street. Homelessness is not a crime and the law does not prevent individuals from sitting, laying or sleeping in public if no existing shelter bed is available. In Martin v. City of Boise (9th Cir. 2019) 920 F.3d 584, 603, the Ninth Circuit Court of Appeals held that the Cruel and Unusual Punishments Clause of the Eighth Amendment precludes the enforcement of a statute or ordinance prohibiting sleeping outside on public property against homeless individuals with no access to other shelter. Unfortunately, unsheltered persons frequently occupy public spaces and other places not meant for human habitation, which poses a significant threat to the health and safety of these individuals who are already vulnerable to illness, crime, malnutrition, and harmful weather exposures (such as excessive heat, excessive cold, rain, and flooding). Thus, the establishment of emergency housing is of urgent necessity for the preservation of life, health, and property. 2022/03/24 HRC Agenda Page 25 of 40 P a g e | 3 Sheltering Options Identifying shelter options to address the homelessness crisis has been a priority for the City for several years, including:  “Chula Vista Seven” - a project consisting of seven scattered housing units designated for extremely low- income households [0 – 30% of area median income (“AMI”)], which are now occupied by previously homeless families, whom are finding their way back to self-sufficiency.  Hotel/Motel Voucher Program - Understanding the critical need of emergency shelter beds, an alternative was created with voucher program funding, providing up to twenty-eight (28) days of a safe space for our HOT Team and clients to work together towards stabilization.  Tenant-Based Rental Assistance Program - For those requiring longer term housing assistance, HOME funds were earmarked to provide up to twenty-four (24) months of rental assistance. Not only have these programs positioned Chula Vista in the right direction but created a clear path of the future goals to develop a more permanent solution in the form of a Bridge Shelter and/or Permanent Supportive Housing. As staff explored further housing options, identifying a site became priority. Fortunately, a City-owned, vacant site located in District Four (205 27th Street) was identified as an option to accommodate a new shelter in early 2020. In March of 2020, the City of San Diego approached the City to offer a Sprung Structure, previously utilized by the Veterans Village of San Diego. At the time, the Sprung Structure was occupying a site owned by the Navy which requested to regain site-control for another use. The City of Chula Vista gladly accepted the Sprung Structure from the City of San Diego. As the acquisition of a homeless shelter was unanticipated, the City began its development efforts immediately. Being the first bridge shelter in the South Bay, the City of Chula Vista was diligent in its planning of the site development, ensuring adherence to all health and safety protocols. In conducting due diligence, external factors contributed to delays in development, including securing environmental clearance from HUD and the State of California. Furthermore, due to the site’s proximity to the Otay Valley Regional Park (“OVRP”), there were additional site use restrictions that needed to be addressed prior to initiating development. Figure 1 - Site Location Map 2022/03/24 HRC Agenda Page 26 of 40 P a g e | 4 During the due diligence phase, the City of Chula Vista received notification from the City of San Diego that they did not in fact own the structure and that the structure was owned by the non-profit organization, Lucky Duck Foundation. The City promptly began negotiations directly with Lucky Duck, as the rightful owner of the Sprung Structure. During those negotiations, the Lucky Duck Foundation sought to impose certain expectations and requirements that did not align with the City’s goals and current public health guidance, as follows:  Congregate Housing Capacity - While the structure capacity is for up to 250 people, the City believed that opening the doors to the maximum capacity, as the non-profit insisted, ignored the Center for Disease Control’s (CDC) guidance on social distancing, particularly as it related to congregate housing. This was of particular concern as the South Bay accounted for one of the highest rates of COVID outbreaks in the region. The City of Chula Vista considers the health and safety of its residents its first and foremost priority.  Operational Sustainability - In addition to concerns related to social distancing, the City has limited funds available for the ongoing operation of this temporary shelter. At the time that we were negotiating with Lucky Duck, staff projected our annual funding to be sufficient to support approximately 100 occupants. While this number may shift over time, it is critical that the City have discretion to adjust occupancy based upon funding availability in the future.  Punitive Monetary Damages - Lastly, the Lucky Duck Foundation insisted on including and imposing punitive monetary damages in a Construction Agreement if the structure was not operational by a certain date, regardless of unforeseen development obstacles previously discussed. Given the previously described funding limitations, any damages paid would divert funds from providing critical services to our unsheltered population. Ultimately, the Lucky Duck Foundation and the City of Chula Vista mutually agreed that the Sprung Structure would be better utilized elsewhere with fewer limitations, allowing the City to explore options that would be better suited for our community and its needs. As a result of COVID, the guidance and standards issued surrounding shelters by the CDC included moving towards a non-congregate model to prevent, prepare and respond to COVID or any other unforeseen communicable disease. In March of 2020, HUD also released a series of waivers through the CARES Act Emergency Solutions Grant and Community Development Block Grant (“CDBG”) allocations to provide flexibility in competitive procurement requirements including the acquisition of goods and services, that directly relate to providing emergency housing for individuals experiencing homelessness. This allowed the City to select the housing alternatives in the most expeditious and efficient manner. Alternative Housing Model With the shift away from a congregate housing model, the City began investigating the use of individual housing units to provide bridge shelter accommodations. In addition to the health considerations previously described, staff also found that the individual units provide a greater level of dignity than is typically found in congregate housing, as well as greater flexibility in terms of site utilization. One vendor (Pallet) immediately stood out in the terms of both cost and speed of deployment. Housing staff visited an existing shelter in Riverside County, consisting of 30 Pallet units. Interviews with Riverside County staff indicated that they were very pleased with the model, as were their clients. 2022/03/24 HRC Agenda Page 27 of 40 P a g e | 5 Pallet shelter villages were built at speed and scale to serve an immediate need. Each 64 sq. ft. Pallet shelter has one or two beds, locking doors, personal climate control, and storage for possessions. Figure 2 – Pallet Shelters Site Preparation and Construction Grading and leveling the current site to accommodate the new development will be the first step towards building the emergency shelter. A new driveway and gates will be installed for Fire and Emergency vehicles to allow access to enter and maneuver onsite. Complete hook-ups for electrical, water and sewer service will be installed to connect to the hygiene trailers. Initial Startup Upon completion of site preparation and with approval of this item, sixty-six (66) sleeping cabins and two (2) multi-purpose rooms will be delivered and setup to serve up to 134 individuals, allowing the City to expand to serve other populations not feasible in a congregate setting, including families and couples. Services will include sleeping quarters, accompanied by case management services and hygiene facilities, including a mobile trailer for restrooms, shower and laundry services (including Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) compliant facilities). The hygiene facilities were previously purchased with prior year Homeless Emergency Assistance Program Funds granted through the Regional Task Force on the Homeless and are ready to be deployed. Future Operations and Services The Emergency Bridge Shelter is envisioned to serve chronic unsheltered in our community and will allow access through our HOT referral process only. A Request for Qualifications and selection for the shelter operator and property manager was released on October 25, 2021. While only one operator will be selected, the City will continue to leverage and foster existing partnerships with necessary providers. Operator responsibilities will include, but will not be limited to security, meals, laundry, hygiene, sanitation, and community engagement services. Individualized case management will also be provided in coordination with social service agencies and other community-based organizations to include assistance for employment, transportation, health and wellness care and behavioral health care. Re-housing efforts will begin upon entry into the program with the goal to successfully transition individuals into permanent supportive housing within six to twelve months. In 2020, through a series of Council Action Items, the City appropriated a combination of CDBG and Emergency Solutions Grant (“ESG”) funding received through regular grant entitlement and the CARES Act for the shelter. 2022/03/24 HRC Agenda Page 28 of 40 P a g e | 6 Funds Previously Appropriated Grant Amount ESG-CV1 $533,668 ESG-CV2 $3,382,534 CDBG-CV1 $730,675 CDBG-CV3 $2,047,962 CDBG-Entitlement $721,363 Total $7,416,202 By identifying and leveraging the available grant funds, the City is ensuring that it will have sufficient funding for development, including the purchase of the units, and ongoing operational costs of the shelter. DECISION-MAKER CONFLICT Staff has reviewed the property holdings of the City Council members and has found no property holdings within 1,000 feet of the boundaries of the property which is the subject of this action. Consequently, this item does not present a disqualifying real property-related financial conflict of interest under California Code of Regulations Title 2, section 18702.2(a)(7) or (8), for purposes of the Political Reform Act (Cal. Gov’t Code §87100, et seq.). Staff is not independently aware and has not been informed by any City Council member, of any other fact that may constitute a basis for a decision-maker conflict of interest in this matter. CURRENT-YEAR FISCAL IMPACT There is no fiscal impact to the City's General Fund as a result of this action. All costs associated with purchase of the units are covered by a previously appropriated Emergency Solutions Grant (272534). Total costs for the purchase, delivery, and installation of the units shall not exceed $740,955.15. ONGOING FISCAL IMPACT There is no ongoing fiscal impact as a result of this action. ATTACHMENTS 1. Master Product and Services Agreement Staff Contact: Tiffany Allen, Director of Development Services Angélica Davis, Development Services Department Senior Management Analyst 2022/03/24 HRC Agenda Page 29 of 40 Council Information Items November 4, 2021 2022/03/24 HRC Agenda Page 30 of 40 Date: November 4, 2021 To: Honorable Mayor and City Council From: Maria V. Kachadoorian, City Manager Subject: City of Chula Vista’s Support of Community Through Hope In the last few years, the City of Chula Vista has seen a dramatic increase in the number of unsheltered individuals and families in our community. The City’s Five-Year Consolidated Plan identified addressing homelessness as a top funding priority. By leveraging resources and partnering with local social service agencies, the City has worked to address the challenges facing unsheltered individuals. In 2016, the City established a Homeless Outreach Team (HOT team) to promote a positive and healthy quality of life in the City by balancing the needs of residents, businesses, and the unsheltered. In support of the outreach efforts of the HOT team, the City has funded and partnered with several agencies including the County of San Diego’s Health and Human Services Department, San Diego District Attorney’s Office, and several local social service organizations whose mission and services align with the City’s approach to meeting the needs of our unsheltered population. By partnering with agencies including SBCS, Interfaith Shelter Network, Chula Vista Community Collaborative and Community Through Hope, the City has been able to offer a variety of services including shelter, food, and emergency related items (i.e., clothes, hygiene kits). Funding to support these local organizations, such as Community Through Hope, was made possible utilizing a combination of funds including General Funds, Federal and State grant funds (e.g., Community Development Block Grants). The amount of funding each year is determined by availability, program need and eligibility of the agency and activity. Unfortunately, over the past several months there have been a number of inaccurate public statements made by leaders of the Community Through Hope organization regarding City support for these programs. This information item is to provide a summary of facts for the public record and to discuss steps the City is taking to move forward in our efforts to support the mission of serving those in our community in need of shelter and food. The following is an outline of funding and support the City has provided to Community Through Hope from 2018 to 2021. • In 2018, the City of Chula Vista provided Community Through Hope (CTH) with start-up funding and in-kind services to launch their homeless outreach and food pantry program. The City assisted CTH with its move to the 465 C Street location (former Entenmann's building) in Chula Vista. 2022/03/24 HRC Agenda Page 31 of 40 • The City agreed to provide start-up funding to CTH of $30,000/year and entered into a one-year agreement with options for two, one-year extensions (for a total of three years). The scope of services for the $30,000 annual payment included CTH staff working collaboratively with the HOT team, providing office and storage space for the HOT team, and providing case management and outreach services for unsheltered individuals. • By the end of the first year, CTH collaboration with the HOT team had ended. CTH asked the HOT team to return their access key and changed the access code to the facility. The HOT team no longer had access to the building/storage and CTH staff were not providing case management or homeless outreach services. The City was informed the focus of CTH was shifting to food distribution and away from homeless outreach services. • In 2019, CTH applied for and received $15,000 in CDBG (Community Development Block Grant) funds from the City of Chula Vista. The City receives an annual allotment of CDBG funds from the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD). The CTH application was submitted under the Homeless Services category. Shortly after the grant award, City staff were informed that CTH was not providing homeless services but rather food distribution to the general population. This changed the services scope of the agreement and required specific additional reporting to the City and HUD. Without proper data collection and reporting, the program implemented by CTH was no longer eligible for CDBG funding. Payments in the amount of $3,750 were awarded for the first two quarters. CTH submitted the required reporting data for that time period and then chose to end the agreement related to the CDBG grant award due to the data collection and reporting requirements. • During the COVID-19 pandemic shut down, the Chula Vista Police Department (CVPD) assisted with traffic control for food distribution events (occurring up to three times a week). In total during FY 2021 (July 2020 – June 2021), the City spent approximately $279,143 in supporting food distribution traffic control efforts. Of this amount, $135,843 was for the support provided to CTH alone. The distribution event operated by CTH was creating significant traffic issues during COVID. The Police Department was able to provide traffic support during those challenging times by reallocating School Resource Officers that were no longer needed at closed school campuses to the food distribution sites. • In August of 2020, City Council adopted State and County Coronavirus Aid, Relief, and Economic Security (CARES) Act Coronavirus Relief Fund (CRF) allocations. These allocations included $30,000 to CTH to provide food distribution. This allocation was intended to serve as the City’s final payment under its 3-year contract with CTH. The initial recommendation was to use the CARES funding in lieu of the General Fund for the final payment but this was causing some confusion for CTH. Therefore, in order to avoid confusion, the final payment to CTH was funded out of the General Fund. The $30,000 allocation of CARES funds plus an additional $105,843 for a total of $135,843 was used to offset the cost of providing traffic control services to CTH as discussed in the previous bullet point. • In April of 2021, the Chula Vista Fire Department (CVFD) provided resources to distribute COVID-19 vaccinations to the homeless community during Community Through Hope event dubbed Project ReFresh. CVFD donated CTH 10 cases (10,000) gloves to support various PPE needs as well as 720 bottles of hand 2022/03/24 HRC Agenda Page 32 of 40 sanitizer. Additionally, in 2020, the City of Chula Vista coordinated with the County of San Diego to locate a portable restroom and hand washing station at CTH headquarters during the California Stay-at-Home Order. Through these various funding mechanisms and arrangements, the City has paid CTH the full amount agreed to in its three-year contract with CTH. In fact, the City has gone above and beyond this original commitment with additional support as described in the table below. To be clear, no outstanding payments are due to CTH. The City informed CTH on several occasions that the $30,000 in funding for three years was seed money for CTH to provide services to the Chula Vista and South Bay community with the goal to assist CTH in establishing itself as a self-supporting operation. The City has a fiduciary responsibility to ensure that all Federal, State and Local funds granted are utilized for their intended purposes and are administered in a manner that adheres to all applicable regulations and conditions of the grant. These requirements are passed on to all organizations that receive funding to provide services on behalf of the City. Failure to comply with programmatic or fiscal requirements, jeopardizes the City’s ability to continue receiving funds from granting agencies. Community organizations play a vital role in every community and offer critical services to some of our most vulnerable populations. The City will continue to work with CTH and other non-profits to collaborate and provide in-kind services, such as vaccinations, and support for food distribution efforts when possible. The City continues to notify CTH and other non-profits of grant application opportunities. It is the responsibility of the individual agencies to seek the grants and if awarded, comply with the reporting and contractual requirements. Fiscal Year Funding Source Description Total Amount 2021 General Fund - Admin Contract Pmt 2,500.00$ 2021 General Fund - Dev Svcs Contract Pmt 27,500.00$ 2020 General Fund - Dev Svcs Contract Pmt 30,000.00$ 2020 General Fund - Police Contract Pmt 7,500.00$ 2019 General Fund - Police Contract Pmt 22,500.00$ Total Contract Pmts 90,000.00$ 2020 General Fund - Admin Assist with Shower Transport Cost 2,841.00$ 2019 General Fund - Police Outreach Activities 2,000.00$ 2019 General Fund - Police Outreach Activities 5,000.00$ Total Additional Support Pmts 9,841.00$ 2020 Federal - CDBG *Homeless Support Svcs 3,750.00$ 2021 CARES Funds Police Traffic Control Svcs.135,843.00$ 2021 In-Kind - Face Value Concert Tickets for Raffle 780.00$ Total City Support to Community Through Hope 240,214.00$ * CDBG Funds granted for $15,000. CTH chose not to continue with grant. City of Chula Vista - Support to Community Through Hope 2022/03/24 HRC Agenda Page 33 of 40 I would like to thank our various Departments who continue to work supporting the various agencies in our community. I would particularly like to thank our Housing staff, a small but mighty group, in managing the various programs that make a difference in people’s lives every day. There is more work to be done and we are looking forward to taking the next step with the opening of the long-awaited bridge shelter. Staff is also preparing to return to the City Council on November 16 with an item allocating American Rescue Plan Act (ARPA) funds to the San Diego Food Bank. On October 12, the Food Bank presented the significant need that exists in our community regarding food insecurities. The Food Bank works with over 35 non-profits in the City of Chula Vista. By working through the Food Bank, all the local non-profits who perform food distribution services in our community will be able to benefit from the allocation. We are looking forward to returning with this request in time for the Holiday season. If you have any questions, please contact me at CityManager@chulavistaca.gov. 2022/03/24 HRC Agenda Page 34 of 40 1 REGULAR MEETING OF THE HUMAN RELATIONS COMMISSION Meeting Minutes February 24, 2022, 6:00 p.m. Council Chambers, 276 Fourth Avenue, Chula Vista, CA Present: Commissioner Baber, Chair Branch, Commissioner Custodio- Tan, Vice Chair Kean-Ayub, Commissioner Lake, Commissioner Medina, Commissioner Olaoye, Commissioner Ratner Absent: Commissioner Felix, Commissioner Godinez, Commissioner Martinez-Montes Also Present: City Attorney Googins, Secretary Adrianna Hernandez, Marketing and Communications Manager Anne Steinberger _____________________________________________________________________ 1. CALL TO ORDER A regular meeting of the Human Relations Commission of the City of Chula Vista was called to order at 6:01 p.m. in Council Chambers, located in City Hall, 276 Fourth Avenue, Chula Vista, California. 2. ROLL CALL Secretary Hernandez called the roll. 3. PUBLIC COMMENTS 4. ACTION ITEMS 4.1 Approval of Meeting Minutes 2022/03/24 HRC Agenda Page 35 of 40 2 Margaret Baker, Chula Vista resident, submitted an electronic comment requesting copies of the presentations provided to the Commission. Moved by Commissioner Baber Seconded by Commissioner Lake Commission approve Minutes. Yes (8): Commissioner Baber, Chair Branch, Commissioner Custodio- Tan, Vice Chair Kean-Ayub, Commissioner Lake, Commissioner Medina, Commissioner Olaoye, and Commissioner Ratner Result:Carried (8 to 0) 4.2 Presentation by City staff and Madaffer Enterprises on the Citywide Oversight and Privacy Policy Initiative Including Discussion on the Role of the HRC on the Technology and Privacy Advisory Task Force The City's Chief Sustainability Officer, Dennis Gakunga, delivered a presentation on the Citywide Oversight and Privacy Policy In itiative and a discussion ensued with Jim Madaffer and Jeremy Ogul from Madaffer Enterprises answering questions. Margaret Baker, Chula Vista resident, submitted an electronic comment on behalf of South Bay People Power urging the Commission to play a lead role in the policy development process. Kathy Cappos Hardy, Chula Vista resident, submitted an electronic comment in support of the Commission having a member on the Task Force and expressing concerns about civil liberties. Nicholas Paul, Chula Vista resident, spoke in opposition of this item. JoAnn Fields, Chula Vista resident, spoke on behalf of the Asian Pacific Islander Initiative in support of this item. Sophia Rodriguez, Chula Vista resident, spoke regarding this item. Moved by Commissioner Medina Seconded by Commissioner Baber Commissioner Medina moved to: 1. Recommend the City Manager allow the HRC or an HRC Ad -Hoc support the City Manager and Madaffer Enterprises through the 2022/03/24 HRC Agenda Page 36 of 40 3 selection process of the Technology and Privacy Advisory Task Force members; 2. Have an HRC member serve on the Technology and Privacy Advisory Task Force; 3. Include the HRC as a focus group to gauge public opinion; 4. Extend the application period beyond March 4th; 5. Recommend more community outreach regarding the Technology and Privacy Advisory Task Force and effort. Yes (8): Commissioner Baber, Chair Branch, Commissioner Custodio - Tan, Vice Chair Kean-Ayub, Commissioner Lake, Commissioner Medina, Commissioner Olaoye, and Commissioner Ratner Result:Carried (8 to 0) Moved by Chair Branch Seconded by Vice Chair Kean-Ayub Chair Branch moved to recommend Commissioner Custodio-Tan to serve as the HRC representative on the Technology and Privacy Advisory Task Force. Yes (8): Commissioner Baber, Chair Branch, Commissioner Custodio - Tan, Vice Chair Kean-Ayub, Commissioner Lake, Commissioner Medina, Commissioner Olaoye, and Commissioner Ratner Result:Carried (8 to 0) 4.3 Discussion and Possible Action Regarding the Human Relations Commission's Role with Respect to the Automated License Plate Reader (ALPR) Program Margaret Baker, Chula Vista resident, submitted an electronic comment in support of the HRC's involvement with the ALPR program. Sophia Rodriguez, Chula Vista resident, spoke regarding this item. Moved by Chair Branch Seconded by Vice Chair Kean-Ayub Chair Branch made a motion to ask City Council to continue to receive ALPR reports until there is another body that received these reports. 2022/03/24 HRC Agenda Page 37 of 40 4 Yes (7): Commissioner Baber, Chair Branch, Commissioner Custodio - Tan, Vice Chair Kean-Ayub, Commissioner Lake, Commissioner Medina, and Commissioner Ratner Result:Carried (7 to 0) 4.4 Discussion and Updates on Ad-Hoc Subcommittees City Attorney Glen Googins provided a brief description about the scope and limitations of Ad-Hoc Subcommittees and discussion ensued regarding each previously identified Ad-Hoc Subcommittee. Margaret Baker, Chula Vista resident, submitted an electronic comment regarding support for the HRC to continue monitoring the city's use of surveillance technology, data sharing, and policing issues. JoAnn Fields, Chula Vista resident, spoke in support of the AAPI Ad-Hoc Sub-Committee. Moved by Chair Branch Seconded by Commissioner Ratner Chair Branch moved to: 1. Disband all Ad-Hoc Subcommittees, with the exception of the AAPI Ad-Hoc; 2. Reconstitute the Data Sharing Technologies/ALPR Ad-Hoc. Yes (7): Commissioner Baber, Chair Branch, Commissioner Custodio - Tan, Vice Chair Kean-Ayub, Commissioner Lake, Commissioner Medina, and Commissioner Ratner Result:Carried (7 to 0) Moved by Chair Branch Seconded by Commissioner Medina Chair Branch moved to assign the following to the Data Sharing Technologies/ALPR Ad-Hoc Subcommittee: 1. Chair Branch 2. Commissioner Medina 3. Commissioner Custodio-Tan 2022/03/24 HRC Agenda Page 38 of 40 5 4. Commissioner Baber With a scope of work consisting of ongoing interaction with city staff regarding the City's Technology and Privacy Policy Initiative. Yes (7): Commissioner Baber, Chair Branch, Commissioner Custodio - Tan, Vice Chair Kean-Ayub, Commissioner Lake, Commissioner Medina, and Commissioner Ratner Result:Carried (7 to 0) OTHER BUSINESS 5. STAFF COMMENTS 6. CHAIR'S COMMENTS Chair Branch shared her thoughts and prayers for the people of Ukraine as well as Chula Vista residents with friends and family in Ukraine. 7. COMMISSIONERS' COMMENTS Vice Chair Kean-Ayub brought to everyone's attention Governor Greg Abbot's policy against trans kids and how horrible it is to seek out parents for helping their children and would like to keep an eye on it in case of future public outreach needs. 8. ADJOURNMENT The meeting was adjourned at 8:54 p.m. Minutes prepared by: Adrianna Hernandez Secretary _________________________ Adrianna Hernandez, Secretary 2022/03/24 HRC Agenda Page 39 of 40 March 24, 2022 Honorable Mayor and City Council: This past January, the City Council relieved the Human Relations Commission (HRC) of their Automated License Plate Reader (ALPR) Program quarterly update duties. Since then, we have continued to receive feedback at the HRC meetings regarding the significance of our Commission’s role with regard to ALPR. After further discussion, the HRC made a motion to refer back to the City Council a request to continue receiving ALPR quarterly updates by the Chula Vista Police Department until there is another body that is responsible for receiving these reports. Sincerely, Petrina Branch, Chair Human Relations Commission 2022/03/24 HRC Agenda Page 40 of 40