REQUEST FOR CITY COUNCIL ACTION
SUBMITTED TO: Honorable Mayor and City Council Members
SUBMITTED BY: Travis Hopkins, City Manager
VIA: Travis Hopkins, City Manager
PREPARED BY: Jessica Kelley, Homeless Services Manager
Subject:
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Approve and authorize execution of a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) between the City of Huntington Beach (City) and the County of Orange (County) for Capital Improvements and Services at Huntington Beach Navigation Center
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Statement of Issue:
This MOU establishes guidelines for the implementation and administration of the Homeless Housing, Assistance and Prevention Program (HHAP) funding to support Capital Improvement and Services at the Huntington Beach Navigation Center (HBNC).
The City operates HBNC as an emergency shelter program that provides 164 beds to individuals experiencing homelessness within the City boundaries. HBNC needs some capital improvements to address wear and tear associated with daily usage of the facility and additional repairs and upgrades that would improve the participant’s experience. Through this MOU, the County will provide HHAP funding to the City to support the implementation of capital improvement projects and gain access to (up to) five (5) beds, if available.
Financial Impact:
City to receive a lump sum $500,000 grant from the County within 30 days of a fully executed MOU.
Recommended Action:
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Approve and authorize the City Manager to execute the Memorandum of Understanding between the City of Huntington Beach and the County of Orange for Capital Improvements and Services at the Huntington Beach Navigation Center.
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Alternative Action(s):
Do not approve the recommended action, and direct staff accordingly.
Analysis:
The City needs to make capital improvements at the HBNC. Through this MOU, the County agrees to provide the HHAP grant of $500,000, specifically to support capital projects at the HBNC in exchange for access to up to five (5) non-utilized, available beds. There is no penalty or reduction in the grant funds if the City does not have beds available for County use. The County agrees to pay the entire $500,000 grant (in a lump sum payment) within 30 days of executing this MOU.
These grant funds will immediately support numerous capital projects:
1. Sprung Structure lining repairs to the base of the structure necessary to reinforce the lining seal and include asphalt grading for improved drainage (estimated $75,000)
2. Paint interior and exterior of facility (including specialized floor paint for the Sprung Structure) ($80,000)
3. AC system replacement in dining hall ($25,000)
4. Pet Station relocation from proximity of dining hall to perimeter ($5,000)
5. Dining Hall furniture - replace tables and chairs in the dining hall ($3,500)
6. Laundry room ventilation - replace existing laundry room ventilation system ($3,000)
7. Security cameras - update existing, non-operational security camera system ($2,500)
8. Shade cover - replace shade cover for outdoor recreation space ($1,000)
9. Replace or repair front office/navigator offices building ($500,000)
10. Replace current restrooms ($750,000)
Environmental Status:
Pursuant to CEQA Guidelines Section 15378(b)(5), administrative activities of governments that will not result in direct or indirect physical changes in the environment do not constitute a project.
Strategic Plan Goal:
Goal 2 - Fiscal Stability, Strategy A - Consider new revenue sources and opportunities to support the City's priority initiatives and projects.
For details, visit www.huntingtonbeachca.gov/strategicplan.
Attachment(s):
1. Memorandum of Understanding between the City of Huntington Beach and the County of Orange for Capital Improvements and Services at the Huntington Beach Navigation Center.
2. PowerPoint Presentation