To: BOARD OF SUPERVISORS
From: Executive Office
Meeting Date: September 9, 2025
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Department Contact: |
Darcie Antle |
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707-463-4441 |
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Department Contact: |
Xuyen Mallela |
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707-463-4441 |
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Item Type: Noticed Public Hearing |
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Time Allocated for Item: 15 Minutes |
Agenda Title:
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Notice of Public Hearing – Discussion and Possible Action Including Review of the Performance of Community Development Block Grant (CDBG) Agreement Number 20-CDBG-CV2-3-00088 for County of Mendocino CV 2&3 Homekey Transitional Housing Facility Improvements Program, and Authorization for the County of Mendocino to Close Out Grant, as Required by the State Housing Community Development (HCD) Agency
(Sponsor: Executive Office)
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Recommended Action/Motion:
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Review the performance of the Community Development Block Grant (CDBG) Agreement number 20-CDBG-CV2-3-00088 for County of Mendocino CV 2&3 Homekey Transitional Housing Facility Improvements Program, and authorize the County of Mendocino to close out grant, as required by the State Housing Community Development (HCD) agency; and authorize the Chief Executive Officer or designee to sign any grant close out documents or other necessary documents related to this grant.
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Previous Board/Board Committee Actions:
Approved Resolution 21-058 on April 20, 2021, for the funding and execution of a grant agreement and any amendments from the 2020 Community Development Block Grant Program- Coronavirus Aid, Relief, And Economic Security Response Round 2 and 3 for Phase II improvements to the Live Oak Apartments (Project Homekey, 555 South Orchard Ave., Ukiah).
Summary of Request:
As part of the grant requirements to close out a CDBG grant, the State Department of Housing and Community Development (HCD) requires that a public hearing must be held to allow for citizen participation and public comments on the County’s performance with grant funds.
In 2021, the County of Mendocino received $1,069,156 in Community Development Block Grant (CDBG) funds (agreement number 20-CDBG-CV-2-3-00088) from the State to provide housing for individuals and families who are experiencing homelessness or who are at risk of homelessness, as defined in Part 578.3 of Title 24 of the Code of Federal Regulations, and who were impacted by the COVID-19 pandemic (“Target Population”).
With support from HCD’s CDBG-CV 2 & 3, the County of Mendocino completed Phase II of the Live Oak Apartment project. This project offers safe, permanent housing for households facing homelessness or at risk of becoming homeless. The program at Live Oak Apartments aims to help residents achieve stability and independence through tailored support services.
The CV 2-3 funding facilitated the conversion of a 56-room motel into a 49-unit apartment building previously purchased by the County of Mendocino at 555 South Orchard Avenue in Ukiah, in order to convert the property to transitional housing for people who are homeless or at risk of becoming homeless. Funding for the purchase of the building was provided by a previous Homekey grant. The CDBG grant was for Phase II of the project and entailed interior renovations and exterior. Phase II specifically involved renovating 23 rooms, along with improvements such as upgraded flooring, enhanced sidewalks, a new perimeter fence, and a gazebo. Each unit was furnished with either one or two beds, a dresser, a table, a kitchenette, and a bathroom. Six of the units have adjoining rooms, making them suitable for families with children. Additionally, four units are fully ADA-accessible for residents who use wheelchairs. The County adhered to HCD procurement protocols and completed renovations. Tenants began moving into the renovated units on November 11, 2022, with a total of 97 individuals initially benefiting from this facility. To date, more than 250 children and adults have achieved housing stability as a result of this project.
After today’s hearing, staff will move forward with closing out the grant to comply with state program requirements.
Alternative Action/Motion:
Provide alternate direction to staff.
Strategic Plan Priority Designation: A Safe and Healthy County
Supervisorial District: All
Vote Requirement: Majority
Supplemental Information Available Online At: https://projecthomekeymendocino.org/
Fiscal Details:
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source of funding: HCD CDBG Grant Agreement Number 20-CDBG-CV2-3-00088 for CV 2&3 Homekey Transitional Housing Facility Improvements Program |
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current f/y cost: FY 25-26: $0, FY 24-25 $5,854.333 for grant administration and reporting. |
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budget clarification: Of the $1,069,156 awarded for 20-CDBG-CV2-3-00088, $970,278.83 has been disbursed, and $98,877.17 in General Administration funds will be disencumbered |
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annual recurring cost: Operational costs are funded through rent income from the units themselves, an operating subsidy grant provided by the State of California, and various grants for homeless-related services. |
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budgeted in current f/y (if no, please describe): No |
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revenue agreement: Yes |
AGREEMENT/RESOLUTION/ORDINANCE APPROVED BY COUNTY COUNSEL: No
CEO Liaison: Darcie Antle, CEO
CEO Review: Yes
CEO Comments:
FOR COB USE ONLY
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Executed By: Atlas Pearson, Senior Deputy Clerk |
Final Status: Approved |
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Date: September 9, 2025 |
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