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HomeMy WebLinkAboutInterval House - 2020-07-06 NzzJ lc U L / / / /'\ _ City of Huntington Beach File #: 20-1726 MEETING DATE: 7/6/2020 REQUEST FOR CITY COUNCIL ACTION SUBMITTED TO: Honorable Mayor and City Council Members SUBMITTED BY: Oliver Chi, City Manager PREPARED BY: Ursula Luna-Reynosa, Director of Community Development Subject: Authorize and direct the City Manager to enter into the City's standard Professional Services Agreement with the following service providers for the Tenant Based Rental Assistance (TBRA) Program: 1) Families Forward, 2) Interval House, and 3) Mercy House; and, approve the Operating Guidelines Statement of Issue: The City provides a Tenant Based Rental Assistance (TBRA) Program funded by Federal HOME Investment Partnership (HOME) funds. The contracts with the existing service providers expired on June 30, 2020. The City Council is asked to authorize and direct the City Manager to execute the City's standard Professional Services Agreement with three service providers - Families Forward, Interval House, and Mercy House - to continue the TBRA Program. Financial Impact: There are sufficient fund balances to cover the cost of the three agreements, including up to $700,000 in the HOME Investment Partnership Funds (24080801.89250, 24080901.89250 and 24082700.89250), and up to $131,000 in HOME Administration Funds (24080901.69365). Recommended Action: A) Authorize and direct the City Manager to execute a Professional Services Agreement with Families Forward in an amount not to exceed $313,000; and ' Sit✓ 5 �- I0 B) Authorize and direct the City Manager to execute a Professional Services Agreement with Interval ,House in an amount not to exceed of$151,249; and C) Authorize and direct the City Manager to execute a Professional Services Agreement with anteFvA! House in an amount not to exceed of$309,079; and+ SEA E :FILE City of Huntington Beach Page 1 of 3 Printed on 7/1/2020 power LegistarTI File #: 20-1726 MEETING DATE: 7/6/2020 D) Approve the Operating Guidelines (Attachment#1), which will be attached to the Professional Services Agreement as an exhibit. Alternative Action(s): Do not authorize and direct the City Manager to execute the Professional Services Agreements, and do not approve the Operating Guidelines. Analysis: Annually, the City is allocated HOME funds from the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD). A Tenant Based Rental Assistance (TBRA) program, where funds are allocated to provide rental subsidy to individual households to afford housing costs such as rental assistance, security and utility deposits, is an eligible expense under HOME guidelines. The City has sponsored this program since 2015, helping hundreds of households avoid homelessness.and find housing stability. Most recently, in light of COVID-19, the need for rental assistance has grown exponentially. In one month alone, more than 41 new households were provided with TBRA assistance. To continue this program, the City undertook a Request for Proposals (RFP) to seek service providers to administer the program moving forward. In May 2020, an RFP was released. Eight (8) service providers expressed interest and five (5) service providers submitted proposals in June 2020. A panel of raters, consisting of a member of the Homeless Task Force, Planning Division and Housing Division, reviewed the proposals and selected the top three candidates: Families Forward, Interval House, and Mercy House, described in greater detail below. Families Forward Families Forward began its collaboration with the City in 2018. While the other two service providers help individuals and families, Families Forward focuses on households with children. Since 2018, Families Forward has assisted 23 households, consisting of 47 people. It is projected that Families Forward will provide assistance to 20 homeless and/or nearly homeless families who plan to transition into permanent housing under a Professional Services Agreement in an amount not to exceed $313,000. Interval House The City implemented its first TBRA program in 2015 with Interval House. Under three contracts since 2015, Interval House has successfully housed 75 households (155 people). Additionally, in the month of April 2020, Interval House helped 37 new households, consisting of 86 people, which would have been displaced due to the impacts of COVID-19 on the economy. The impacts of the pandemic are still being felt in the community and it its anticipated that more households will need housing assistance before year's end. The proposed Professional Services Agreement with Interval House, in an amount not to exceed $151,249, will potentially provide financial assistance to at least 17 eligible extremely low, very low, and low income families and households. City of Huntington Beach Page 2 of 3 Printed on 7/1/2020 powereB4:k Legistar- File #: 20-1726 MEETING DATE: 7/6/2020 Mercy House Mercy House has managed a TBRA contract with the City since 2016. Since that time, Mercy House has helped 46 households, consisting of 151 people, find housing stability. The proposed Professional Services Agreement with Mercy House, in an amount not to exceed $309,079, will potentially provide assistance to at least 18 extremely low, very-low, and low income households. All three service providers will work with the City's Homeless Task Force and Police Department to identify and target at-risk families and individuals with demonstrable ties to the City of Huntington Beach. The goal is to meet their immediate needs and create pathways that will allow them to quickly move into stable, self-sufficient, permanent housing. Funding will be used to provide short to medium-term rental assistance to households who are currently homeless, or those who have exhausted other options and would become homeless without funding. Environmental Status: A level of Environmental Review was completed and the program is Categorically Excluded, Not Subject to 58.5 per 24 CFR 58334(a) and 58.35(b) Tenant-Based Rental Assistance (U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development). The proposed request consists of approval of agreements with service providers to provide financial assistance to at-risk households. No physical changes to the environment would result from approval and implementation of the agreements. As such, the request is covered by Section 15061 (b)(3) of the CEQA Guidelines, which states that CEQA applies only to projects which have the potential for causing a significant effect on the environment. Where it can be seen with certainty that there is no possibility that the activity in question may have a significant effect on the environment, the activity is not subject to CEQA. Strategic Plan Goal: Enhance and maintain high quality City services Attachment(s): 1. Operating Guidelines for the Tenant Rental Based Assistance (TBRA) Program City of Huntington Beach Page 3 of 3 Printed on 7/1/2020 powere$42j LegistarTM PROFESSIONAL SERVICES CONTRACT BETWEEN THE CITY OF HUNTINGTON BEACH AND INTERVAL HOUSE FOR THE TENANT BASED RENTAL ASSISTANCE PROGRAM THIS AGREEMENT ("Agreement") is made and entered into by and between the City of Huntington Beach, a municipal corporation of the State of California, hereinafter referred to as "CITY," and INTERVAL HOUSE, a California nonprofit public benefit corporation hereinafter referred to as "CONSULTANT." WHEREAS, CITY desires to engage the services of a consultant to administer the City's Tenant Based Rental Assistance Program; and Pursuant to documentation on file in the office of the City Clerk, the provisions of the Huntington Beach Municipal Code, Chapter 3.03, relating to procurement of professional service contracts have been complied with; and CONSULTANT has been selected to perform these services, NOW, THEREFORE, it is agreed by CITY and CONSULTANT as follows: 1. SCOPE OF SERVICES CONSULTANT shall provide all services as described in Exhibit "A," which is attached hereto and incorporated into this Agreement by this reference. These services shall sometimes hereinafter be referred to as the "PROJECT." CONSULTANT hereby designates CAROL WILLIAMS who shall represent it and be its sole contact and agent in all consultations with CITY during the performance of this Agreement. 2. CITY STAFF ASSISTANCE CITY shall assign a staff coordinator to work directly with CONSULTANT in the performance of this Agreement. 20-8696agree/surfnet/professional sves mayor I of 11 5/19-204082 3. TERM; TIME OF PERFORMANCE Time is of the essence of this Agreement. The services of CONSULTANT are to commence on July 6, 202C(the "Commencement Date"). This Agreement shall automatically terminate one (1) year from the Commencement Date, unless extended or sooner terminated as provided herein. This Agreement can be extended by mutual agreement of the parties on an annual basis for a total of four years. All tasks specified in Exhibit "A" shall be completed no later than one year from the Commencement Date. The time for performance of the tasks identified in Exhibit "A" are generally to be shown in Exhibit "A." This schedule may be amended to benefit the PROJECT if mutually agreed to in writing by CITY and CONSULTANT. In the event the Commencement Date precedes the Effective Date, CONSULTANT shall be bound by all terms and conditions as provided herein. 4. COMPENSATION In consideration of the performance of the services described herein, CITY agrees to pay CONSULTANT on a time and materials basis at the rates specified in Exhibit "B," which is attached hereto and incorporated by reference into this Agreement, a fee, including all costs and expenses, not to exceed One Hundred Fifty One Thousand Four Hundred and Twenty Nine Dollars ($151,429). 5. EXTRA WORK In the event CITY requires additional services not included in Exhibit "A" or changes in the scope of services described in Exhibit "A," CONSULTANT will undertake such work only after receiving written authorization from CITY. Additional compensation for such extra work shall be allowed only if the prior written approval of CITY is obtained. 6. METHOD OF PAYMENT CONSULTANT shall be paid pursuant to the terms of Exhibit "B." 20-8696agree/surfnet/professional svcs mayor 2 of 11 5/19-204082 7. HOLD HARMLESS A. CONSULTANT hereby agrees to protect, defend, indemnify and hold harmless CITY, its officers, elected or appointed officials, employees, agents and volunteers from and against any and all claims, damages, losses, expenses, judgments, demands and defense costs (including, without limitation, costs and fees of litigation of every nature or liability of any kind or nature) arising out of or in connection with CONSULTANT's (or CONSULTANT's subcontractors, if any) negligent (or alleged negligent) performance of this Agreement or its failure to comply with any of its obligations contained in this Agreement by CONSULTANT, its officers, agents or employees except such loss or damage which was caused by the sole negligence or willful misconduct of CITY. CONSULTANT will conduct all defense at its sole cost and expense and CITY shall approve selection of CONSULTANT's counsel. This indemnity shall apply to all claims and liability regardless of whether any insurance policies are applicable. The policy limits do not act as limitation upon the amount of indemnification to be provided by CONSULTANT. B. To the extent that CONSULTANT performs "Design Professional Services" within the meaning of Civil Code Section 2782.8, then the following Hold Harmless provision applies in place of subsection A above: "CONSULTANT hereby agrees to protect, defend, indemnify and hold harmless CITY and its officers, elected or appointed officials, employees, agents and volunteers, from and against any and all claims, damages, losses, expenses, demands and defense costs (including, without limitation, costs and fees of litigation of every nature or liability of any kind or nature) to the extent that the claims against CONSULTANT arise out of, pertain to, or relate to the negligence, recklessness, or willful misconduct of CONSULTANT. In no event shall the cost to defend charged to CONSULTANT exceed CONSULTANT's proportionate percentage of fault. However, notwithstanding the previous sentence, in the event one or more other defendants to the claims 20-8696agree/surfnet/professional svcs mayor 3 of 11 5/19-204082 and/or litigation is unable to pay its share of defense costs due to bankruptcy or dissolution of the business, CONSULTANT shall meet and confer with CITY and other defendants regarding unpaid defense costs. The duty to indemnify, including the duty and the cost to defend, is limited as provided in California Civil Code Section 2782.8. C. Regardless of whether subparagraph A or B applies, CITY shall be reimbursed by CONSULTANT for all costs and attorney's fees incurred by CITY in enforcing this obligation. This indemnity shall apply to all claims and liability regardless of whether any insurance policies are applicable. The policy limits do not act as a limitation upon the amount of indemnification to be provided by CONSULTANT. 8. PROFESSIONAL LIABILITY INSURANCE CONSULTANT shall obtain and furnish to CITY a professional liability insurance policy covering the work performed by it hereunder. This policy shall provide coverage for CONSULTANT's professional liability in an amount not less than One Million Dollars ($1,000,000.00) per occurrence and in the aggregate. The above-mentioned insurance shall not contain a self-insured retention without the express written consent of CITY; however an insurance policy "deductible" of Ten Thousand Dollars ($10,000.00) or less is permitted. A claims-made policy shall be acceptable if the policy further provides that: A. The policy retroactive date coincides with or precedes the initiation of the scope of work (including subsequent policies purchased as renewals or replacements). B. CONSULTANT shall notify CITY of circumstances or incidents that might give rise to future claims. CONSULTANT will make every effort to maintain similar insurance during the required extended period of coverage following PROJECT completion. If insurance is terminated 20-8696agree/surfnedprofessional svcs mayor 4 of 11 5/19-204082 for any reason, CONSULTANT agrees to purchase an extended reporting provision of at least two (2) years to report claims arising from work performed in connection with this Agreement. If CONSULTANT fails or refuses to produce or maintain the insurance required by this section or fails or refuses to furnish the CITY with required proof that insurance has been procured and is in force and paid for, the CITY shall have the right, at the CITY's election, to forthwith terminate this Agreement. Such termination shall not effect Consultant's right to be paid for its time and materials expended prior to notification of termination. CONSULTANT waives the right to receive compensation and agrees to indemnify the CITY for any work performed prior to approval of insurance by the CITY. 9. CERTIFICATE OF INSURANCE Prior to commencing performance of the work hereunder, CONSULTANT shall furnish to CITY a certificate of insurance subject to approval of the City Attorney evidencing the foregoing insurance coverage as required by this Agreement; the certificate shall: A. provide the name and policy number of each carrier and policy; B. state that the policy is currently in force; and C. shall promise that such policy shall not be suspended, voided or canceled by either party, reduced in coverage or in limits except after thirty (30) days' prior written notice; however, ten (10) days' prior written notice in the event of cancellation for nonpayment of premium. CONSULTANT shall maintain the foregoing insurance coverage in force until the work under this Agreement is fully completed and accepted by CITY. The requirement for carrying the foregoing insurance coverage shall not derogate from CONSULTANT's defense, hold harmless and indemnification obligations as set forth in this Agreement. CITY or its representative shall at all times have the right to demand the original or a 20-8696agree/surfnet/professional svcs mayor 5 of 11 5/19-204082 copy of the policy of insurance. CONSULTANT,shall pay, in a prompt and timely manner, the premiums on the insurance hereinabove required. 10. INDEPENDENT CONTRACTOR CONSULTANT is, and shall be, acting at all times in the performance of this Agreement as an independent contractor herein and not as an employee of CITY. CONSULTANT shall secure at its own cost and expense, and be responsible for any and all payment of all taxes, social security, state disability insurance compensation, unemployment compensation and other payroll deductions for CONSULTANT and its officers, agents and employees and all business licenses, if any, in connection with the PROJECT and/or the services to be performed hereunder. 11. TERMINATION OF AGREEMENT All work required hereunder shall be performed in a good and workmanlike manner. CITY may terminate CONSULTANT's services hereunder at any time with or without cause, and whether or not the PROJECT is fully complete. Any termination of this Agreement by CITY shall be made in writing, notice of which shall be delivered to CONSULTANT as provided herein. In the event of termination, all finished and unfinished documents, exhibits, report, and evidence shall, at the option of CITY, become its property and shall be promptly delivered to it by CONSULTANT. 12. ASSIGNMENT AND DELEGATION This Agreement is a personal service contract and the work hereunder shall not be assigned, delegated or subcontracted by CONSULTANT to any other person or entity without the prior express written consent of CITY. If an assignment, delegation or subcontract is approved, all approved assignees, delegates and subconsultants must satisfy the insurance requirements as set forth in Sections 9 and 10 hereinabove. 20-8696agree/surfnet/professional Svcs mayor 6 of 11 5/19-204082 13. COPYRIGHTS/PATENTS CITY shall own all rights to any patent or copyright on any work, item or material produced as a result of this Agreement. 14. CITY EMPLOYEES AND OFFICIALS CONSULTANT shall employ no CITY official nor any regular CITY employee in the work performed pursuant to this Agreement. No officer or employee of CITY shall have any financial interest in this Agreement in violation of the applicable provisions of the California Government Code. 15. NOTICES Any notices, certificates, or other communications hereunder shall be given either by personal delivery to CONSULTANT's agent (as designated in Section 1 hereinabove) or to CITY as the situation shall warrant, or by enclosing the same in a sealed envelope, postage prepaid, and depositing the same in the United States Postal Service, to the addresses specified below. CITY and CONSULTANT may designate different addresses to which subsequent notices, certificates or other communications will be sent by notifying the other party via personal delivery, a reputable overnight carrier or U. S. certified mail-return receipt requested: TO CITY: TO CONSULTANT: City of Huntington Beach Interval House ATTN: Ursula Luna-Reynosa ATTN: Carol Williams 2000 Main Street PO Box 3356 Huntington Beach, CA 92648 Santa Ana, CA 90740 16. CONSENT When CITY's consent/approval is required under this Agreement, its consent/approval for one transaction or event shall not be deemed to be a consent/approval to any subsequent occurrence of the same or any other transaction or event. 20-8696agree/surfnet/professional sves mayor 7 of 11 5/19-204082 17. MODIFICATION No waiver or modification of any language in this Agreement shall be valid unless in writing and duly executed by both parties. 18. SECTION HEADINGS The titles, captions, section, paragraph and subject headings, and descriptive phrases at the beginning of the various sections in this Agreement are merely descriptive and are included solely for convenience of reference only and are not representative of matters included or excluded from such provisions, and do not interpret, define, limit or describe, or construe the intent of the parties or affect the construction or interpretation of any provision of this Agreement. 19. INTERPRETATION OF THIS AGREEMENT The language of all parts of this Agreement shall in all cases be construed as a whole, according to its fair meaning, and not strictly for or against any of the parties. If any provision of this Agreement is held by an arbitrator or court of competent jurisdiction to be unenforceable, void, illegal or invalid, such holding shall not invalidate or affect the remaining covenants and provisions of this Agreement. No covenant or provision shall be deemed dependent upon any other unless so expressly provided here. As used in this Agreement, the masculine or neuter gender and singular or plural number shall be deemed to include the other whenever the context so indicates or requires. Nothing contained herein shall be construed so as to require the commission of any act contrary to law, and wherever there is any conflict between any provision contained herein and any present or future statute, law, ordinance or regulation contrary to which the parties have no right to contract, then the latter shall prevail, and the provision of this Agreement which is hereby affected shall be curtailed and limited only to the extent necessary to bring it within the requirements of the law. 20-8696agree/surfnet/professional sves mayor 8 of 11 5/19-204082 20. DUPLICATE ORIGINAL The original of this Agreement and one or more copies hereto have been prepared and signed in counterparts as duplicate originals, each of which so executed shall, irrespective of the date of its execution and delivery, be deemed an original. Each duplicate original shall be deemed an original instrument as against any party who has signed it. 21. IMMIGRATION CONSULTANT shall be responsible for full compliance with the immigration and naturalization laws of the United States and shall, in particular, comply with the provisions of the United States Code regarding employment verification. 22. LEGAL SERVICES SUBCONTRACTING PROHIBITED CONSULTANT and CITY agree that CITY is not liable for payment of any subcontractor work involving legal services, and that such legal services are expressly outside the scope of services contemplated hereunder. CONSULTANT understands that pursuant to Huntington Beach City Charter Section 309, the City Attorney is the exclusive legal counsel for CITY; and CITY shall not be liable for payment of any legal services expenses incurred by CONSULTANT. 23. ATTORNEY'S FEES In the event suit is brought by either party to construe, interpret and/or enforce the terms and/or provisions of this Agreement or to secure the performance hereof, each party shall bear its own attorney's fees, such that the prevailing party shall not be entitled to recover its attorney's fees from the nonprevailing party. 24. SURVIVAL Terms and conditions of this Agreement, which by their sense and context survive the expiration or termination of this Agreement, shall so survive. 20-8696agree/surfnet/professional svcs mayor 9 of 11 5/19-204082 25. GOVERNING LAW This Agreement shall be governed and construed in accordance with the laws of the State of California. 26. SIGNATORIES Each undersigned represents and warrants that its signature hereinbelow has the power, authority and right to bind their respective parties to each of the terms of this Agreement, and shall indemnify CITY fully for any injuries or damages to CITY in the event that such authority or power is not, in fact, held by the signatory or is withdrawn. 27. ENTIRETY The parties acknowledge and agree that they are entering into this Agreement freely and voluntarily following extensive arm's length negotiation, and that each has had the opportunity to consult with legal counsel prior to executing this Agreement. The parties also acknowledge and agree that no representations, inducements, promises, agreements or warranties, oral or otherwise, have been made by that party or anyone acting on that party's behalf, which are not embodied in this Agreement, and that that party has not executed this Agreement in reliance on any representation, inducement, promise, agreement, warranty, fact or circumstance not expressly set forth in this Agreement. This Agreement, and the attached exhibits, contain the entire agreement between the parties respecting the subject matter of this Agreement, and supersede all prior understandings and agreements whether oral or in writing between the parties respecting the subject matter hereof. 28. EFFECTIVE DATE This Agreement shall be effective on the date of its approval by the City Council. This Agreement shall expire when terminated as provided herein. 20-8696agree/surfnet/professional svcs mayor 10 of 11 5/19-204082 IN WITNESS WHEREOF, the parties hereto have caused this Agreement to be executed by and through their authorized officers. CONSULTANT, CITY OF HUNTINGTON BEACH, a Interval House municipal corporation of the State of California By: LE)OtAo4- " �� r�KA Ne Od Mayor print name ITS: (circle one)Chair m reside ice President City Clerk AND INITIATED AND APPROVED: By print name Director of Community Development ITS: (circle one)�hiefFinancial Officer/Asst. Secrtte y-Treasurer REVIEWED AND APPROVED: City Manager APPROVED AS TO FORM: City Attorney ` COUNTERPART 20-8696agree!surfnedprofessional Svcs mayor I 1 of 11 5/19-204082 IN WITNESS WHEREOF, the parties hereto have caused this Agreement to be executed by and through their authorized officers. CONSULTANT, CITY OF HUNTINGTON BEACH, a Interval House municipal corporation of the State of California By: Mayor print name ITS: (circle one)Chairman/President/Vice President City ler AND AN A=ROVED: By: INITIATED 2 print name Director of Community Development ITS: (circle one)Secretary/Chief Financial Officer/Asst. Secretary-Treasurer R WED AND PROVED: City Manager APPROVE AS TO FORM: �"� Cikk Attorney COUNTERPART 20-8696agree/surfnet/professional svcs mayor 11 of 11 5/19-204082 EXHIBIT "A" STATEMENT OF WORK Consultant shall administer a Tenant Based Rental Assistance Program for the City. Consultant shall abide by all federal, state and municipal laws, rules and regulations. The services provided by this agreement must specifically comply with all the requirements set forth in the HOME Program under Section 24, Part 92, of the Code of Federal Regulations. Consultant shall abide by all the City's Operating Guidelines. Consultant shall assist 17 new households during the course of this contract. EXHIBIT A EXHIBIT "B" Payment Schedule A. Budget Consultant shall perform its services within the following budget: HOME Funds: TBRA $112,200 Security Deposits $ 8,800 HQS Inspections $ 3,600 Income Eligibility $ 3,900 Total: $128,500 Admin Funds: $ 22,749 Total City Contract: $151,249 B. Billing Consultant shall abide by all billing requirements in the Operating Guidelines. 1 Exhibit B PROFESSIONAL SERVICES CONTRACT BETWEEN THE CITY OF HUNTINGTON BEACH AND INTERVAL HOUSE FOR THE TENANT BASED RENTAL ASSISTANCE PROGRAM Table of Contents 1 Scope of Services.....................................................................................................1 2 City Staff Assistance................................................................................................2 3 Term; Time of Performance.....................................................................................2 4 Compensation ..........................................................................................................2 5 Extra Work...............................................................................................................2 6 Method of Payment..................................................................................................2 7 Hold Harmless .........................................................................................................3 8 Professional Liability Insurance.............................................................................4 9 Certificate of Insurance.......................................................................I.....................5 11 Independent Contractor............................................................................................6 12 Termination of Agreement.......................................................................................6 13 Assignment and Delegation......................................................................................7 14 Copyrights/Patents...................................................................................................7 15 City Employees and Officials..................................................................................7 16 Notices.........................................................................................7 17 Consent ....................................................................................................................8 18 Modification.............................................................................................................8 19 Section Headings .....................................................................................................8 20 Interpretation of this Agreement..............................................................................9 21 Duplicate Original...........................................................................................I.......19 22 Immigration...............................................................................................................9 23 Legal Services Subcontracting Prohibited................................................................9 24 Attorney's Fees..........................................................................................................9 25 Survival...............................................................................................................:.....10 26 Governing Law.........................................................................................................10 27 Signatories.................................................................................................................10 28 Entirety..................................................................................................................—.10 29 Effective Date.................................................................................10 ACo CERTIFICATE OF LIABILITY INSURANCE DATE(MM/DD YYYY) 11% ./ 1 2/5/2020 THIS CERTIFICATE IS ISSUED AS A MATTER OF INFORMATION ONLY AND CONFERS NO RIGHTS UPON THE CERTIFICATE HOLDER. THIS CERTIFICATE DOES NOT AFFIRMATIVELY OR NEGATIVELY AMEND, EXTEND OR ALTER THE COVERAGE AFFORDED BY THE POLICIES BELOW. THIS CERTIFICATE OF INSURANCE DOES NOT CONSTITUTE A CONTRACT BETWEEN THE ISSUING INSURER(S), AUTHORIZED REPRESENTATIVE OR PRODUCER,AND THE CERTIFICATE HOLDER. IMPORTANT: If the certificate holder is an ADDITIONAL INSURED, the policy(ies) must have ADDITIONAL INSURED provisions or be endorsed. If SUBROGATION IS WAIVED, subject to the terms and conditions of the policy, certain policies may require an endorsement. A statement on this certificate does not confer rights to the certificate holder in lieu of such endorsement(s). PRODUCER ICONTACT NAME: Maureen(MoMo)McDonald Arthur J. Gallagher&Co. PHONE 818.539.8625 (FAX No:818.539.8725 Insurance Brokers of CA., Inc. E-MAIL E4, 505 N Brand Blvd, Suite 600 ADDRESS: maureen_mcdonald@alg.com Glendale CA 91203 INSURERS AFFORDING COVERAGE NAIC# License# 07262931NSURERA:Berkley National Insurance Company 38911 INSURED INTEHOU-03 INSURER B:New York Marine And General Insurance Company 16608 Interval House P.O. Box 3356 INSURER C: Seal Beach, CA 90740 INSURER D: INSURER E: INSURER F: COVERAGES CERTIFICATE NUMBER:289259112 REVISION NUMBER: THIS IS TO CERTIFY THAT THE POLICIES OF INSURANCE LISTED BELOW HAVE BEEN ISSUED TO THE INSURED NAMED ABOVE FOR THE POLICY PERIOD INDICATED, NOTWITHSTANDING ANY REQUIREMENT, TERM OR CONDITION OF ANY CONTRACT OR OTHER DOCUMENT WITH RESPECT TO WHICH THIS CERTIFICATE MAY BE ISSUED OR MAY PERTAIN, THE INSURANCE AFFORDED BY THE POLICIES DESCRIBED HEREIN IS SUBJECT TO ALL THE TERMS, EXCLUSIONS AND CONDITIONS OF SUCH POLICIES.LIMITS SHOWN MAY HAVE BEEN REDUCED BY PAID CLAIMS. INSR TYPE OF INSURANCE ADDL SUER POLICY EFF POLICY EXP LIMITS LTR POLICY NUMBER MM/DD/YYYY MM/DD/YYYY A X COMMERCIAL GENERAL LIABILITY Y HHS8525626-13 10/1/2019 10/1/2020 EACH OCCURRENCE $1,000,000 CLAIMS-MADE r—x PREMOCCUR DAMAGE TO RENTED PREMISES Ea occurrence $500,000 MED EXP(Any one person) $10,000 PERSONAL&ADV INJURY $1,000,000 GEN'L AGGREGATE LIMIT APPLIES PER: GENERAL AGGREGATE $3,000,000 X POLICY PRO- JECT LOC PRODUCTS-COMP/OP AGG $3,000,000 OTHER: $ AUTOMOBILE LIABILITY COMBINED SINGLE LIMIT $ Ea accident ANY AUTO BODILY INJURY(Per person) $ OWNED SCHEDULED BODILY INJURY(Per accident) $ AUTOS ONLY AUTOS HIRED NON-OWNED PROPERTY DAMAGE $ AUTOS ONLY AUTOS ONLY Per accident A UMBRELLALIAB X OCCUR HHN8585444-10 10/1/2019 10/1/2020 EACH OCCURRENCE $2,000,000 X EXCESS LIAB CLAIMS-MADE AGGREGATE $2,000,000 DED I X J RETENTION$ Sexual Misconduct $Included g WORKERS COMPENSATION Y WC202000005078 2/1/2020 2/1/2021 X I STATUTE OERH AND EMPLOYERS'LIABILITY Y/N ANYPROPRIETORIPARTNER/EXECUTIVE E.L.EACH ACCIDENT $1,000,000 OFFICER/MEMBER EXCLUDED' ❑ NIA (Mandatory in NH) E.L.DISEASE-EA EMPLOYEE $1,000,000 If yes,describe under DESCRIPTION OF OPERATIONS below I E.L.DISEASE-POLICY LIMIT $1,000,000 A Commercial Property HHS8525626-13 10/1/2019 10/1/2020 BLKT Building Limit $5,231,005 BLKT BPP Limit $872,540 Deductible $1,000 A Commercial Property —E DESCRIPTION OF OPERATIONS/LOCATIONS I VEHICLES (ACORD 101,Additional Remarks Schedule,may be attached if more space is required) Policy:Crime Coverage APPROVED AS TO FORM Policy Term: 10/01/2019 to 10/01/2020 Policy#: UC11717955.19-038 Carrier Underwriters at Lloyd's, London Employee theft: Limit:$3,000,000/Deductible:$25,000 ERISA: Limit:$3.000,000 Theft of money and securities:Limit:$3,000,000/Deductible:$25,000 By. Money and Securities: Limit:$3,000,000/Deductible:$25,000 See Attached... CtVichael Gates, CI Att CERTIFICATE HOLDER CANCELLATION SHOULD ANY OF THE ABOVE DESCRIBED POLICIES BE CANCELLED BEFORE THE EXPIRATION DATE THEREOF, NOTICE WILL BE DELIVERED IN City of Huntington Beach Economic Development ACCORDANCE WITH THE POLICY PROVISIONS, Department Attn: Kellee Fritzal 2000 Main St., 5th Floor AUTHORIZED REP ESEE Huntington Beach, CA 92646Q1GL►ha.� ©1988-2015 ACORD CORPORATION. All rights reserved. ACORD 25(2016/03) The ACORD name and logo are registered marks of ACORD AGENCY CUSTOMER ID: INTEHOU-03 LOC#: ACCOREP ADDITIONAL REMARKS SCHEDULE Page 1 of 1 AGENCY NAMED INSURED Arthur J.Gallagher&Co. Interval House P.O.Box 3356 POLICY NUMBER Seal Beach,CA 90740 CARRIER NAIC CODE EFFECTIVE DATE: ADDITIONAL REMARKS THIS ADDITIONAL REMARKS FORM IS A SCHEDULE TO ACORD FORM, FORM NUMBER: 25 FORM TITLE: CERTIFICATE OF LIABILITY INSURANCE Computer fraud:Limit:$3,000,000/Deductible:$25,000 Funds transfer fraud:Limit:$3,000,000/Deductible:$25,000 Money orders and counterfeit paper currency:Limit:$3,000,000/Deductible:$25,000 Clients'Property(Other): Limit:$3,000,000/Deductible:$25,000 Policy:Abuse or Molestation Liability Policy#:HHS8525626-13 Carrier:Berkley National Insurance Company Policy Term: 10/1/2019 To 10/1/2020 Per Claim:$1,000,000/Aggregate:$3,000,000 Policy:Professional Liability Policy#:HHS8525626-13 Carrier:Berkley National Insurance Company Policy Term: 10/1/2019 To 10/1/2020 Per Claim:$1,000,000/Aggregate:$3,000,000 Policy:Cyber Liability Policy#: NET 1280674-04 Cartier:Great American Spirit Insurance Company Policy Term: 10/1/2019 To 10/1/2020 Per Claim:$1,000,000/Aggregate:$1,000,000/Retention:$5,000 Re:Certificate holder is named additional insured with respect to the operations of the named insured. Waiver of Subrogation for Workers Compensation policy applies in favor of certificate holder. ACORD 101 (2008/01) ©2008 ACORD CORPORATION. All rights reserved. The ACORD name and logo are registered marks of ACORD POLICY NUMBER: HHS8525626-13 COMMERCIAL GENERAL LIABILITY Berkley National Insurance Company cG 2010 oa 13 THIS ENDORSEMENT CHANGES THE POLICY. PLEASE READ IT CAREFULLY. ADDITIONAL INSURED - OWNERS, LESSEES OR CONTRACTORS - SCHEDULED PERSON OR ORGANIZATION This endorsement modifies insurance provided under the following: COMMERCIAL GENERAL LIABILITY COVERAGE PART SCHEDULE Name Of Additional Insured Person(s) Or Organization(s) Locations Of Covered Operations City of Huntington Beach Economic Development Department Attn: Denise Bazant 2000 Main St., 5th Floor Huntington Beach, CA 92646 Information required to complete this Schedule, if not shown above,will be shown in the Declarations. A. Section II — Who Is An Insured is amended to B. 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That portion of "your work" out of which the injury or damage arises has been put to its 1. The insurance afforded to such additional intended use by any person or organization insured only applies to the extent permitted by other than another contractor or subcontractor law; and engaged in performing operations for a 2. If coverage provided to the additional insured is principal as a part of the same project. required by a contract or agreement, the insurance afforded to such additional insured will not be broader than that which you are required by the contract or agreement to provide for such additional insured. CG 20 10 04 13 ©Insurance Services Office, Inc., 2012 Page 1 of 2 C. With respect to the insurance afforded to these 2. Available under the applicable Limits of additional insureds, the following is added to Insurance shown in the Declarations; Section III—Limits Of Insurance: whichever is less. If coverage provided to the additional insured is This endorsement shall not increase the required by a contract or agreement, the most we applicable Limits of Insurance shown in the will pay on behalf of the additional insured is the Declarations. amount of insurance: 1. Required by the contract or agreement; or Page 2 of 2 ©Insurance Services Office, Inc., 2012 CG 20 10 04 13 WORKERS COMPENSATION AND EMPLOYERS LIABILITY INSURANCE POLICY WC 04 03 06 (Ed.04-84) WAIVER OF OUR RIGHT TO RECOVER FROM OTHERS ENDORSEMENT—CALIFORNIA We have the right to recover our payments from anyone liable for an injury covered by this policy. We will not enforce our right against the person or organization named in the Schedule. (This agreement applies only to the extent that you perform work under a written contract that requires you to obtain this agreement from us.) You must maintain payroll records accurately segregating the remuneration of your employees while engaged in the work described in the Schedule. The additional premium for this endorsement shall be 2.00% of the California workers' compensation premium otherwise due on such remuneration. Schedule Person or Organization Job Description Any Person or Organization as Required By Written Contract Any Person or Organization as Required By Written Contract All Operations of the Name Insured This endorsement changes the policy to which it is attached and is effective on the date issued unless otherwise stated. (The information below is required only when this endorsement is issued subsequent to preparation of the policy.) Endorsement Effective 2020-02-01 Policy No. Endorsement No. Insured WC202000005078 Interval House Insurance Company Countersigned By New York Marine and General Insurance Company/28746 WC 04 03 06 (Ed.04-84) ©1998 by the Workers'Compensation Insurance Rating Bureau of California.All rights reserved. ' . City of Huntington Beach 20oo Main Street ♦ Huntington Beach, CA 92648 (714) 536-5227 ♦ www.huntingtonbeachca.gov 17,1909 Office of the City Clerk Robin Estanislau, City Clerk September 1, 2020 Interval House Attn: Carol Williams PO Box 3356 Santa Ana, CA 90740 Dear Ms. Williams: Enclosed is a copy of the "Professional Services Contract Between the City of Huntington Beach and Interval House for the Tenant Based Rental Assistance Program" approved by the Huntington Beach City Council on July 6, 2020. Sincerely, Robin Estanislau, CIVIC City Clerk REAs Enclosure Sister Cities: Anjo, Japan ♦ Waitakere, New Zealand CITY OF HUNTINGTON BEACH TENANT BASED RENTAL ASSISTANCE PROGRAM PROGRAM GUIDELINES/OPERATING PROCEDURES (July 2020) 1. INTRODUCTION Utilizing HOME Investment Partnership Program (HOME) funding, the City of Huntington Beach(City) has elected to assist certain eligible low income persons and families through funding by the Housing and Urban Development Department(HUD) by establishing a Tenant Based Rental Assistance Program (TBRA) that follows all of the requirements set forth in the HOME Program under Section 24, Part 92, of the Code of Federal Regulations (24 CFR 92). By partnering with local Service Providers, the Program will enable the City to meet the needs of participating tenant households by providing monthly rental assistance for up to 24 months (subject to funding availability.) IL TENANT SELECTION POLICY A. Current Residents of the City of Huntington Beach and Persons with Strong Ties to the City This program is designed to help current residents of the City and those with strong ties to the City. Priority shall be given to residents from the Huntington Beach Police Department, Huntington Beach Homeless Task Force, OC211 and other housing providers. Due to the nature of the population served by the Program, it may not be possible to obtain traditional proof of residency documentation such as utility bills. The following documentation can be accepted to establish that an applicant household qualifies for the Huntington Beach live/work preference: ■ Documentation from a Huntington Beach school that the children in the household have been enrolled in and attending the school for at least the last 90 days from the time of admission into the Program. ■ Documentation from a partner agency, such as the Huntington Beach Police Department, evidencing that the family is known to be homeless in Huntington Beach. ■ Proof that the applicant's last place of stable residency was in the City of Huntington Beach. Verification from a landlord is acceptable. ■ Proof that an adult member of the household is working or has been recently hired to work in Huntington Beach. 1 843 B. Currently Homeless or At-Risk of Homelessness ■ At-Risk of Homelessness refers to a household that is at imminent risk of being evicted due to an economic hardship in paying rent or staying current with rent. (Category 2 of HUD Homeless Definition) ■ Homelessness refers to a household who meets the HUD Homeless Definition at 24 CRF 91, S82 and 583: Category 1 (literally homeless) and Category 4 (fleeing/attempting to flee violence and living in a place described in Category 1). C. Intake Process As part of the intake process, the Service Provider will meet with the prospective Eligible Household to conduct a needs assessment and complete an Initial Qualifications Form (Appendix A). If the Program has reached maximum capacity, the Service Provider shall review the applicant to assess if other services may be offered while the applicant is waiting for a slot to open in the Program. As part of the intake process, the Service Provider shall also request and/or assist the prospective Eligible Household with the completion of the following documents: • TBRA Application (Appendix B) • Declaration of Homeless Status or Declaration of At-Risk of Homelessness Status (Appendix C) D. Income Eligible Households ■ To receive supportive services as well as rental assistance under the HOME Program,the Applicant's total household income must be at or below 60% of the Orange County area median income (AMI). However, once the Applicant is part of the Program, the household income can increase up to 80% of the AMI before a notice of termination must be given from the Program. ■ Income limits for low-income households are established annually for the HOME Program by HUD for the Orange County income limit area. • Gross Annual Income shall be determined in accordance with 24 CFR 5.609,with the allowable exclusions from income established at 24 CFR 5.611. ■ Gross Annual Income means the gross amount of income from all sources, including assets, for all adult household members that is anticipated to be received prospectively during the 12-month period following the date of application and before any deductions are taken. 2 844 ■ Applicants must verify eligibility for assistance under the Program through the review of income source documents. As outlined in the revised HOME rules published in July 2013, applicants must provide evidence of income for the two (2) most recent months. Acceptable source documents include wage statements, check stubs, entitlement verification from another government agency and bank statements. The definition of income for the purposes of the Program is located at 24 CFR Part 5 (often referred to as the Section 8 definition). In cases where no evidence of income (third-party verification) is available, applicants may self- report their income. In such cases, a written explanation must be provided as to why third-party verification or documentation was unavailable. ■ Likely changes in income may be considered when collecting income verification documentation. ■ Initial income verifications are valid for six months. If admission to the Program takes longer than b months, income verifications must be updated and reevaluated. After initial verification, income recertification shall be conducted every six months. ■ Income verifications will be used for two purposes: ■ To determine eligibility for services. A determination of eligibility will be completed as part of the admissions process and thereafter annually. ■ Income information will be used to establish the household's initial contribution toward rent, which shall be set at 30% of the household income. The household's initial contribution will remain unchanged for at least six months. E. Eligibility Verification ■ Applicants will be re-qualified, including examination of source documentation, every six months or at the end of the lease term,whichever occurs earlier. ■ If an applicant has fluctuating income, and/or a change of household size or composition and/or fails to participate in all the policies of the program, the applicant may be requested to provide verification(s) more often, as reasonably necessary to confirm continued qualification and eligibility for the Program. ■ Applicants will be given written notice stating whether the Eligible Household was determined to be eligible for continued assistance under the Program. F. Waiting List Once the Program has reached maximum enrollment, a waiting list of prospective Eligible Households will be maintained. This list will be prioritized as follows: 3 845 ■ Clients who have been assessed for TBRA eligibility, completed intake process, and are ready for housing placement. Ready for housing placement means that the household has found a housing unit that meets TBRA requirements. • Clients who have been assessed for TBRA eligibility, completed intake process, and are searching for housing. ■ Clients who have been assessed for TBRA eligibility and pending intake. ■ Priority ranking will be given for Homeless Category 1 (24 CRF 91, 582 and 583), literally homeless participants from the streets or other locations not meant for human habitation, emergency shelters, or safe havens. G. Outreach and Collaboration with the City If funds are available to assist more City residents,the Service Provider is responsible for marketing and outreach activities to find prospective Eligible Households interested in the Program. Examples of outreach activities include conducting community presentations, contacting school districts, community based organizations and faith-based groups, and participating in community events to educate on TBRA resources available. III. SELECTION OF HOUSING UNITS A. Housing Unit Selection Eligible Households may elect to rent any Housing Unit in the City so long as the unit meets federal Housing Quality Standards (HQS) (Appendix D) or such other standards as may be made applicable to the Program by HOME Program statues and/or regulations, specifically including Uniform Physical Condition Standards (UPCS) and passes a rent reasonableness test. If an appropriate Housing Unit cannot be located within the City boundaries, a Housing Unit can be located outside of the City boundaries. B. Occupancy Standards The number of persons in each Eligible Household will determine the required unit type. Each household must comply with the two per bedroom plus one occupancy standard. The following table provides the occupancy standards by unit type: -4 846 Number Unit Type Household One-bedroom Unit Up to 3 Persons Two-bedroom Unit Up to 5 Persons Three-bedroom Unit Up to 7 Persons Four-bedroom Unit Up to 9 Persons C. Property Inspections Prior to occupancy of any Housing Unit by an Eligible Household, and again during the annual verification process, a certified HQS inspector must inspect each Housing Unit to ensure the unit complies with HQS as set forth in the HOME Program (24 CFR 92.251), as well as all applicable state and local codes and ordinances, including zoning ordinances. Each HQS inspection will include the following: ■ Verification of the age of the Housing Unit (on Rent Reasonableness Form) Appendix E; ■ Completed HQS Inspection Form (HUD-52580); ■ Lead-based paint hazard assessment, dissemination of lead-based paint information pamphlet and disclosure form and lead-based paint reduction activities,if required; ■ Adequate opportunity for landlord to correct any deficiencies indicated in the HQS Inspection form to bring the Housing Unit into compliance; and ■ Verification that occupancy by the Eligible Household will comply with occupancy standards. D. Housing Unit Rent Reasonableness Rental assistance paid on behalf of the Eligible Household must be in compliance with federal Rent Reasonableness requirements that mandate rents paid by or on behalf of assisted households be similar to rents paid by non-assisted households. Rent Reasonableness reviews will be performed by the service providers. The factors listed below shall be considered when determining rent comparability: ■ Location and age; ■ Unit size including the number of rooms and square footage or rooms; ■ The type of unit including construction type (e.g., single family, duplexes,garden, low-rise,high-rise); • The quality of the unit,which includes the building construction,maintenance and improvements; and 5 847 Amenities, services and utilities included in the rent. The Service Provider will follow both the rent reasonableness regulations established for the Housing Choice Voucher (HCV) program at 24 CFR 982.507 to evaluate rents. In the event that a rent request does not meet rent reasonableness requirements,the Service Provider shall attempt to negotiate a lower rent with the property owner. If the owner is not willing to accept a lower rent, the household must be instructed to search for another unit. Under no circumstances shall rent exceed the sum approved through the rent reasonableness review. Additionally, the assisted household is not allowed to make up any difference in the rent offer. E. Coordination with Landlords The Service Provider will meet with and provide guidance to landlords participating in the Program regarding the requirements and procedures that impact landlords. Landlord Agreement(Appendix F) • The Service Provider will enter into a Landlord Agreement with each participating landlord or property owner. The Landlord Agreement will establish the security deposit assistance payment and the initial rental assistance payments to be paid on behalf of the household. The Agreement will also establish the participating household's initial share of the contract rent.The Agreement will also require the landlord to provide the Service Provider with notice of a lease termination, and reaffirm the tenant protections included in the Tenant Protection Agreement. • This contract will have an initial term of 6 months unless otherwise agreed between the Service Provider,tenant and the City. Lease Addendum for Tenant Protection (Appendix G) ■ The landlord will be required to enter into a lease agreement with a term of 12 months with any Eligible Household occupying a Housing Unit. • The lease agreement will include a Tenant Protection Agreement that will be executed in connection with the lease between the landlord and the Eligible Household. • The Tenant Protection Agreement will include the following elements: • Prohibit the inclusion of the following provisions in the lease, as required by 24 CFR 92.253: ■ (1)Agreement to be sued; • (2) Treatment of property; 6 848 ■ (3) Excusing ownerfrom responsibility; ■ (4) Waiver of notice; (5) Waiver of legal proceedings; ■ (6) Waiver of a jury trial; ■ (7) Waiver of right to appeal court decision; ■ (8) Tenant chargeable with cost of legal actions regardless of outcome; and ■ (9) Mandatory supportive services. ■ Confirm the landlord's obligation to maintain the Housing Unit in accordance with HQS, as established at 24 CFR 982.401. ■ Prohibit discrimination by the landlord against the Eligible Household. ■ The Service Provider will review the lease agreement to confirm its compliance with state law and all HOME Program requirements. Prior to signing the lease, the Service Provider must provide the City with the tenant's application, income eligibility documentation, IDIS form and lease terms for approval of acceptance into the program. If the City does not respond within two business days,the tenant is deemed approved. IV. Payment Standards,Rent Calculation, Term and Subsidy Reductions As authorized by HOME TBRA regulations, the Program will rely on a traditional rental assistance calculation. The model allows for the rent subsidy determination based on 30% of household income. A. Rent Assistance Calculation A rental assistance calculation will be completed for each Eligible Household. The calculation will determine each household's Program subsidy and share of the rent. The maximum amount of monthly assistance is the difference between the rent standard for the unit size and 30%of the household's monthly adjusted income. Each household's maximum rent subsidy will vary since the calculation involves the use of individualized factors such as the household's actual income and family size. The initial household contribution to rent will remain unchanged for at least six months. 7 849 Minimum tenant contribution to rent under the Program is set at $50.00. This minimum is used if the maximum subsidy calculation would result in the household paying less than $50.00 towards the monthly rent (e.g. if 30% of the household's monthly adjusted income is less than $50.00). This minimum contribution may be waived in exceptional circumstances. B. Rent Payment Rent Reasonableness The Program must use the Rent Reasonableness Standard (Appendix E) to calculate monthly rental assistance. The payment standards represent the cost of rent and utilities for moderately priced units in Huntington Beach as well as those in surrounding Orange County cities. Payment standards are established by bedroom size. When utilities are included in the cost of renting a unit, that is, the owner assumes .responsibility for payment for all utility services,the household's entire share of the housing costs will go directly to the owner. When the cost of utilities is not part of the rent,that is, the household is directly responsible for payment of utility services,the household's initial share will be determined by subtracting a utility allowance from 30% of the household's income. The Orange County Housing Authority utility allowance schedule (Appendix H) shall determine the household's utility allowance. In these cases, the household's share of the rent is equal to 30% of the household's monthly adjusted income minus the applicable monthly utility allowance. Each household is responsible for paying their rent share directly to the landlord each month. If a selected Housing Unit is subject to contractual, statutory and/or regulatory affordability restriction, the monthly rental assistance payments will not exceed the difference between the required affordable rent amount for the Housing Unit and 30% of the Eligible Household's monthly adjusted income. i. Participant Agreement (Appendix H) The Service Provider will enter into a Participant Agreement with each participating client household. The Participant Agreement will establish the Eligible Household's responsibilities towards rent payments. The Agreement will establish the participating household's initial share of the contract rent, which will be adjusted every 6 months. ii. Term Rental assistance will be for an initial term of 6 months,which can be extended every 6-12 months,for a cumulative term of up to 24 months. Extensions will be granted at the discretion of the Service Provider and shall be based on continued Program compliance and ongoing need. 8 850 The Service Provider will utilize the Gap Analysis and Income Re-Evaluation to assess ongoing need and adjust household's share of rent as appropriate. Households with income above 80%AMI will be notified about income eligibility limits. iii. Subsidy Reductions The participant's household income will be reevaluated every six months. If the household income has changed since the previous evaluation, the participant's monthly rent responsibility will be adjusted accordingly. V. Security Deposits Security deposit assistance is available to Eligible Households. Such assistance shall be the lesser of: ■ Two months approved rent for the Housing Unit; or ■ The standard security deposit required by the landlord for non-subsidized tenants. deposit assistance provided to participating households will be in the form Security p p p p g such the landlord can provide a security deposit refund directly to the of a grant. As p tY P ho usehold, Any p g disputes involving the return, or lack thereof, of a security deposit shall be settled by the tenant and landlord, as provided for in the lease. V1. Utility Deposits Utility deposit assistance is available to Eligible Households. Utility deposit assistance provided to participating households will be in the form of a grant. As such, the utility provider can provide a utility deposit refund directly to the household. Any disputes involving the return, or lack thereof, of a utility deposit shall be settled by the tenant and the utility provider. The Utility deposit subsidies cannot be used as a stand-alone activity. The assistance must be utilized with rental subsidy, security deposit subsidy, or both. The Orange County Housing Authority will annually establish the utility allowances for each year. (Appendix H) VIL Annual Recertification, Termination of Assistance and Returning Households A. Annual Recertification Recertification of income and Program eligibility will occur annually. The Service Provider will gather source documentation for participating households to determine 9 851 annual income. Annual income must be calculated in accordance with 24 CFR Part S. If the total household income is above 80%AMI,rental assistance must be terminated following a 30 day notification period. B. Termination of Rental Assistance Assistance can be terminated for the following reasons: ■ Eviction from the assisted rental unit based on behavioral issues and/or unlawful activity. ■ The family will be assisted by another rental assistance program such as the Section 8 Tenant-Based or Project-Based program. Participation in any other rental assistance program is considered a duplicative subsidy therefore all HOME funded rental assistance must terminate. C. Returning Participant Households As needed, participants may be allowed to return to the Program for either support services, rental assistance or both. A determination to allow re-entry shall be based on the following criteria: ■ Participants must have left the Program in good standing. To be in good standing, participants must have been engaged in their case management plan, voluntarily left the program (not in-lieu of termination) or have been released because their household income exceeded eligible limits. In general, participants will not be allowed to re-enter the Program if they were terminated for non-compliance. ■ A request for readmission from a non-compliant household may be considered when compelling reasons exist. In such cases, re-admission will require concurrence from the City. ■ The Participant's previous rental assistance did not exceed 24 months. Cumulatively, participants will only be allowed to receive rental assistance for a maximum of 24 months. VIII. Case Management The Service Provider should provide comprehensive case management services. The service model should maximize client success by developing individualized service plans and addressing clients' specific needs in securing permanent housing and self- sufficiency, Clients will meet with their Case Manger periodically to update goals, monitor progress, and ensure long-term housing stability. The Service Provider may make all the following services available to their clients: individual housing and service plan, housing search and placement, financial 10 852 management, employment assistance, transportation services and behavioral health services. IX.RIGHT TO AN INFORMAL HEARING PROCEDURE Participating Tenant Households have the right to be heard by an impartial official, without prejudice. Program participants may appeal a proposed Program action that may have an adverse effect upon them by submitting a written Request for Hearing to the City of Huntington Beach,which include the Participating Tenant Households objection, name and relationship of all potential parties, list of documents to be presented, current address and telephone number. Appeals must be filed within seven (7) calendar days of notification of proposed Program action. The informal hearing will be scheduled as soon as possible. The informal hearing shall be conducted in English. Notice of Informal Hearing will be issued at least ten days prior to the Hearing appointment, The Participating Tenant Household may bring person(s) to testify and/or documents at their expense. Participating Tenant Households may review pertinent file documentation so long as such documentation does not infringe on any other party's rights. X. CITY REQUIREMENTS A. Monthly Meetings and Reports Each month,the City will meet with each Service Provider via teleconference. At least 24 hours prior to the meeting, the Service Provider will provide an updated tenant chart. The City and Service Provider will discuss all tenants,potential applicants and other issues impacting the operations of the Program. B. Quarterly Summaries At the end of each quarter, the Service Provider will submit a summary of services provided. The summary shall include the number of new, continuing and existing households served in the quarter, any staffing changes, any billing issues, any outreach efforts and other issues impacting the administration of the Program.,The Quarterly Summary is due within 45 days after the end of the quarter. C. Billing Requirements Service Providers shall submit their invoices no later than 60 days after the end of a service month. The invoices shall include a City coversheet for each household, a general ledger of all current clients, an updated IDIS form, if necessary, proof of all reimbursable costs, including rent checks, security deposits and staff time and any written communication with the City discussing exceptions or unusual circumstances regarding a household. Timely submission of invoices is required for City finance and budget purposes. 1 853 D. The City maintains the ability to make changes to the Operating Guidelines as City, State and Federal laws, ordinances and policies change. The City shall provide written notice to the Service Provider when a substantive change is made to the guidelines. IX. COMFORMANCE WITH HOME LAWS, RULES AND REGULATIONS The Program Guidelines/Operating Procedures must conform to all HOME laws,rules and regulations. To the extent Congress or the federal government makes changes to the laws, rules and regulations, particularly due to an exigent circumstance, the City has the discretion to modify these guidelines/procedures to align with federal laws, rules and regulations. At the time of the adoption of these Operating Guidelines, HUD has issued waivers and suspensions of HOME regulations due to COVID 19. The changes to the HOME regulations shall be in effect until December 31, 2020 unless otherwise modified by HUD. (Appendix J.) 12 854 Appendix A 855 SAMPLE TBRA APPLICATIONS APPLICATION FOR RENTAL ASSISTANCE (Pre-Application Version) APPLICANT NAME: Current Address: City, State, Zip Code: Home Prone: Alternate Phone: HOUSEHOLD COMPOSITION (List the Head of Household and all other members who will be living in th .• :at. Give the relationship of each family member to the head.) AN Member's Full Name Relationship Birthdate Age Sar; Security No. RINN Race of Head of Household (Check On. - tioria (This information is being collected to assur : of I"ance vs7 fair housing and equal opportunity rules.) ❑ White ❑ Bl .ic :- ❑ Asian/Pacific Islander ❑ Native American/A ative ;� ❑ Hispanic V. Preference Information.' You maafiu : eference for housing assistance if any of the following circumstance be ven or yo amity. Please check any that apply to you. q�2 ❑ Are you cu ;ntlycs or lying in substandard housing? If yes, pleas'xp : w f J Have . een, are you about to be) displaced from your housing? ex in: What is the tt to aI income of all household members? (include wages, salaries and tips; other income as alimony, child support; and Social Security, AFDC or other benefits) APPLICATION CERTIFICATION: I/we understand that the above information is being collected to determine if I/we are eligible to receive rental assistance. I/we authorize the[Program Administrator] to verify all information provided on this application. Head of Household Signature Date Spouse Signature Date ' Note: These are examples only. Insert the appropriate local preferences. 856 SAMPLE TBRA APPLICATIONS APPLICATION FOR RENTAL ASSISTANCE (Full Application Version) APPLICANT NAME: Current Address: City, State, Zip Code: Home Phone: Alternate Phone: HOUSEHOLD COMPOSITION List the Head of Household and all other members who will be living irT ;.r un I e the relationship of each family member to the head.) - Member's Full Name Relationship Birthdate F �e Sex FSoc ity No. M, MA rs d� k Race of Head of Housed (Check O `' - Optio a€ (This information is bein%, fieftgdsto assur pliance with fair housing and equal opportunity rules.) ❑ Whitelack ❑ Asian/Pacific Islander ❑ 1, ;.Omeric-� f skan Native ❑ Hispanic Prefer e a Inform t 2 Ya ay qualify for a preference for housing assistance if any of the foilowin circu, an verified for your family. Please check any that apply to you. ❑ Are you currew" y homeless or living in substandard housing? If y explain: ❑ Have you been (or are you about to be) displaced from your housing? If yes, please explain: z Note:These are examples only. Insert the appropriate local preferences. 857 INCOME INFORMATION What is the total annual income of all household members? (Include wages, salaries and tips; other income such as alimony, child support; and Social Security, AFDC or other benefits) Member's Full Source of Income Annual Payment Basis Name Amount (weekly, monthly, etc.) AN ASSET INFORMATION List the type and source of any family assets. Pr I e cure ca lue and the estimated annual income from the asset. � t Member's Full Name Type andV_.,t,.._e oe Cash Value Annual (e.g.bank accvesets) of Asset Income TV� �� from Asset v- EXPENS Oi MA T IAwlO El Yes No N hail"ehold have un-reimbursed medical expenses in excess of 3 percent offigACC ❑ Yes ❑ No Does ousehold pay child care expenses for children under the age of 13 that Ebifamily member to work or go to school? Mom, ❑ Yes ❑ No Does your household pay care expenses for the care of a family member with disabilities that enable a family member to work? APPLICATION CERTIFICATION: I/we understand that the above information is being collected to determine if I/we are eligible to receive rental assistance. l/we authorize the [Program Administrator] to verify all information provided on this application. Head of Household Signature Date Spouse Signature Date 858 Appendix B 859 SAMPLE TBRA APPLICATIONS APPLICATION FOR RENTAL ASSISTANCE (Pre-Application Version) APPLICANT NAME: Current Address: City, State, Zip Code: Home Phone: Alternate Phone: HOUSEHOLD COMPOSITION (List the Head of Household and all other members who will be living in the unit. Give the relationship of each family member to the head.) Member's Full Name Relationship Birthdate Age FSexTSocial Security No. Race of Head of Household (Check One) -Optional (This information is being collected to assure compliance with fair housing and equal opportunity rules.) ❑ White ❑ Black ❑ Asian/Pacific Islander ❑ Native American/Alaskan Native ❑ Hispanic Preference Information.' You may qualify for a preference for housing assistance if any of the following circumstances can be verified for your family. Please check any that apply to you. ❑ Are you currently homeless or living in substandard housing? If yes, please explain: ❑ Have you been (or are-you about to be) displaced.from your housing? If yes, please explain: What is the total annual income of all household members? (Include wages, salaries and tips; other income such as alimony, child support; and Social Security, AFDC or other benefits) APPLICATION CERTIFICATION: I/we understand that the above information is being collected to determine if I/we are eligible to receive rental assistance. I/we authorize the [Program Administrator] to verify all information provided on this application. Head of Household Signature Date Spouse Signature Date ' Note:These are examples only. Insert the appropriate local preferences. 860 SAMPLE TBRA APPLICATIONS APPLICATION FOR RENTAL ASSISTANCE (Full Application Version) APPLICANT NAME: Current Address: City, State, Zip Code: Home Phone: Alternate Phone: HOUSEHOLD COMPOSITION (List the Head of Household and all other members who will be living in the unit. Give the relationship of each family member to the head.) Member's Full Name Relationship Birthdate Age Sex Social Security No. Race of Head of Household (Check One) -Optional (This information is being collected to assure compliance with fair housing and equal opportunity rules.) ❑ White ❑ Black ❑ Asian/Pacific Islander ❑ Native American/Alaskan Native ❑ Hispanic Preference Information.' You may qualify for a preference for housing assistance if any of the following circumstances can be verified for your family. Please check any that apply to you. ❑ Are you currently homeless or living in substandard housing? If yes, please explain: ❑ Have you been (or are you about to be) displaced from your housing? If yes, please explain: 2 Note:These are examples only. Insert the appropriate local preferences. 861 INCOME INFORMATION What is the total annual income of all household members? (Include wages, salaries and tips; other income such as alimony, child support; and Social Security, AFDC or other benefits) Member's Full Source of Income Annual Payment Basis Name Amount (weekly, monthly, etc.) ASSET INFORMATION List the type and source of any family assets. Provide both the current cash value and the estimated annual income from the asset. Member's Full Name Type and Source of Asset Cash Value Annual (e.g.bank accounts, investments) of Asset Income from Asset EXPENSE INFORMATION ❑ Yes ❑ No Does your household have un-reimbursed medical expenses in excess of 3 percent of annual income? ❑ Yes ❑ No Does your household pay child care expenses for children under the age of 13 that enable a family member to work or go to school? ❑ Yes ❑ No Does your household pay care expenses for the care of a family member with disabilities that enable a family member to work? APPLICATION CERTIFICATION: I/we understand that the above information is being collected to determine if I/we are eligible to receive rental assistance. I/we authorize the [Program Administrator]to verify all information provided on this application. Head of Household Signature Date Spouse Signature Date 862 Appendix C 863 DECLARATION OF HOMELESSNESS STATUS Applicant Name: ❑ I certify, under penalty of perjury,that following information is true and complete: Applicant Signature: Date: r `T=Third Party/O=Observation/S=Self-certification Attach Third Party verification documentation and Intake Observation statements behind this form Verification Type T/O/S*/Notes Situation 1 An individual or family who lacks a fixed, regular,and adequate nighttime residence,meaning Check one of the following ❑ An individual or family with a primary nighttime residence that is a public or private place not designed for or ordinarily used as a regular sleeping accommodation for human beings,including a car,park, abandoned building, bus or train station,airport, or camping ground.(T-not required for emergency shelter or street outreach) ❑ An individual or family living in a supervised publicly or privately operated shelter designated to provide temporary living arrangements(including congregate shelters,transitional housing,and hotels and motels paid for by charitable organizations or by federal, state,or local government programs for low-income individuals LJ An individual who is exiting an institution where he or she resided for 90 days or less AND who resided in an emergency shelter or place not meant for human habitation immediately before entering that institution. (O-not allowed Verification Type T/O/S*/Notes Situation 2 ❑ An individual or family who will imminently lose their primary nighttime residence, provided that: The primary nighttime residence will be lost within 14 days of the date of application for homeless assistance AND No subsequent residence has been identified AND The individual or family lacks the resources or support networks, e,g.,family,friends, faith-based or other social networks,needed to obtain other permanent housing Verification Type T/O/S*/Notes Situation 3 :.- unaccompanied youth under 25 years of age,or families with children and youth,who do not otherwise qualify - as homeless under this definition, but who .' " .. __ qualifies as"homeless"under another federal statute AND Only T Is allowed) have not had a lease,ownership interest,or occupancy agreement in permanent housing at any time during the 60 days immediately preceding the date of application for homeless assistance AND(O is not allowed) have experienced persistent instability as measured by two moves or more during the 60-day period immediately preceding the date of applying for homeless assistance AND (O is not allowed) can be expected to continue in such status for an extended period of time because of chronic disabilities, chronic physical health or mental health conditions,substance addiction,histories of domestic violence or childhood abuse (including neglect),the presence of a child or youth with a disability, OR two or more barriers to employment, which include the lack of a high school degree or General Education Development(GED),illiteracy, low English proficiency, a history of incarceration or detention for criminal activity, and a history of unstable employment; (S is not allowed O is not allowed for barriers to employment) Safety should never be put at risk in order to obtain documentation under this situation. If the provider is a DV Verification Type provider self-certification sufficient. For non-DV providers, if there is no threat of safety supporting verification T/O/S*/Notes should be provided. _ Situation 4- Any individual or family who Is fleeing,or is attempting to flee,domestic violence, dating violence,sexual assault, stalking, or other dangerous or life-threatening conditions that relate to violence against the individual or a family member, including a child,that has either taken place within the individual's or family's primary nighttime residence or has made the individual or family afraid to return to their primary nighttime residence AND has no other residence AND lacks the resources or support networks, e.g., family,friends,faith-based or other social networks, to obtain other permanent housing 864 DECLARATION OF HOMELESSNESS STATUS (continued) Applicant Name: Staff Certification I understand that third-party verification is the preferred method of certifying homelessness or risk for homelessness for an individual who is applying for assistance. I understand self declaration is only permitted when I have attempted to but cannot obtain third party verification. Describe in detail efforts made for Third Party verification and attach documentation behind this form (email, phone logs, etc...) Staff Signature: Date: 865 Appendix D 866 Inspection Checklist U.S.DepartmentofHousing OMB Approval No,2577-0169 and Urban Development (Exp.07/31/2022) Housing Choice Voucher Program Office of Public and Indian Housing Public reporting burden for this collection of information is estimated to average 0,50 hours per response,including the time for reviewing instructions, searching existing data sources,gathering and maintaining the data needed,and completing and reviewing the collection of information.This agency may not conduct or sponsor,and a person is not required to respond to,a collection of information unless that collection displays a valid OMB control number. Assurances of confidentiality are not provided under this collection. This collection of information is authorized under Section 8 of the U.S.Housing Act of 1937(42 U.S.C,14370.The information is used to determine if a unit meets the housing quality standards of the section 8 rental assistance program. Privacy Act Statement.The Department of Housing and Urban Development(HUD)is authorized to collect the information required on this form by Section 8 of the U.S.Housing Act of 1937(42 U.S.C.14370.Collection of the name and address of both family and the owner is mandatory.The information is used to determine if a unit meets the housing quality standards of the Section 8 rental assistance program,HUD may disclose this information to Federal,State and local agencies when relevant to civil,criminal,or regulatory investigations and prosecutions.It will not be otherwise disclosed or released outside of HUD,except as permitted or required by law.Failure to provide any of the information may result in delay or rejection of family participation. Name of Family Tenant ID Number Date of Request(mm/dd/yyyy) Inspector Neighborhood/Census Tract Date of Inspection(mnVdd/yyyy) Type of Inspection Date of Last inspection(mm/ddlyyyy) PHA Initial ❑ Special ❑ Reinspection A. General Information Inspected Unit Year constructed(yyyy) )ioi7sitTg Type(check as appropriate) Full Address(including Street,City,County,State,Zip) [] Single Family Detached F-1 Duplex or Two Family 0 Row House or Town House Low Rise:3,4 Stories, Including Garden Apartment Number of Children in Family Under 6 Q High Rise;5 or More Stories Manufactured Home Owner 0 Congregate Name of Owner or Agent Authorized to Leese Unit Inspected Phone Number r-1 Cooperative © Independent Group Residence Address of Owner or Agent © Single Room Occupancy r7 Shared Housing [] Other B. Summary DectsIon On Unit To be completed after form has been filled out Pass Number of Bedrooms for Purposes Number of Sleeping Rooms Fail of the FMR or Payment Standard inconclusive Inspection Checklist Rem Yes No In- Final Approval No. 1.Living Room Pass Fall Conc. Comment Date(mm/ddlyyyy) 1.1 Living Room Present 1.2 Electricity 1.3 Electrical Hazards 1.4 Security 1.5 Window Condition 1.6 Ceiling Condition 1.7 Wall Condition 1.8 Floor Condition Previous editions are obsolete Page 1 of 8 form HUD-52580(7/2019) 867 Room Codes:1=Bedroom or Any Other Room Used for Sleeping(regardless of type of room); 2=Dining Room or Dining Area; 3=Second Living Room,Family Room,Den,Playroom,TV Room;4=Entrance Hails,Corridors,Halls,Staircases;5=Additional Bathroom;a=Other item 1. Living Room (Continued) Yes No In- Final Approval No. Pas Fall Conc. Comment Date mm/ddl 1.9 Lead-Based Paint Not Applicable Are all painted surfaces free of deteriorated Paint? If not,do deteriorated surfaces exceed two square feet per room and/or is more than 10%of a component? 2. Kitchen 2.1 Kitchen Area Present 2.2 Electricity 2.3 Electrical Hazards 2.4 Security 2.5 Window Condition 2.6 Ceiling Condition 2.7 Wall Condition 2.8 Floor Condition 2.9 Lead-Based Paint Not Applicable Are all painted surfaces free of deteriorated paint? If not,do deteriorated surfaces exceed two square feet per room and/or is more than 10%of a component? 2,10 Stove or Range with Oven 2.11 Refrigerator 2.12 Sink 2.13 Space for Storage,Preparation,and Serving of Food 3. Bathroom 3.1 Bathroom Present 3.2 Electricity 3.3 Electrical Hazards 3.4 Security 3.5 Window Condition 3.6 Ceiling Condition 3.7 Wall Condition 3.8 Floor Condition 3.9 Lead-Based Paint Not Applicable Are all painted surfaces free of deteriorated paint? If not, do deteriorated surfaces exceed two square feet per room and/or is more than 10%of a component? 3.10 Flush Toilet in Enclosed Room in Unit 3.11 Fixed Wash Basin or Lavatory in Unit 3.12 Tub or Shower in Unit 3.13 Ventilation Previous editions are obsolete Page 2 of 8 form HUD-525ao (712D19) 868 Item ao.4.Other Rooms Used For Living and Halls Yes No In. Final Approval 6 Pass Fall Cone? `- Comment J Date mm/dd 4.1 Room Code*and ❑ (Circle One) (Circle One) Room Location Right/Center/Left Front/Center/Rear _Floor Level 4.2 Electricity/illumination 4.3 Electrical Hazards �- 4.4 Security 4.5 Window Condition 4.6 Ceiling Condition 4.7 Wall Condition i 4.8 Floor Condition 4.9 Lead-Based Paint ❑ INotApplicable Are all painted surfaces free of deteriorated I paint? If not,do deteriorated surfaces exceed two square feet per room and/or is more than 10%of a component? 4.10 Smoke Detectors 4.1 Room Code*and (Circle One) (Circle One) Room Location ❑ Right/Center/Left Front/Center/Rear _Floor Level 4.2 Electricity/Illumination 4.3 Electrical Hazards 4.4 Security 4.5 Window Condition 4,6 Ceiling Condition 4.7 Wall Condition 4.8 Floor Condition 4.9 Lead-Based Paint ❑ Not Applicable Are all painted surfaces free of deteriorated paint? If not,do deteriorated surfaces exceed two square feet per room and/or is more than 10%of a component? 4.10 Smoke Detectors 4.1 Room Code*and ❑ (Circle One) (Circle One) Room Location Right/Center/Left Front/Center/Rear _Floor Level 4.2 Electricity/Illumination 4.3 Electrical Hazards 4.4 Security 4.5 Window Condition 4.6 Ceiling Condition 4.7 Wall Condition i 4.8 Floor Condition 4.9 Lead-Based Paint ❑ INotApplicable Are all painted surfaces free of deteriorated paint? If not, do deteriorated surfaces exceed two square feet per room and/or is more than 10%of a component? Previous editions are obsolete Page 3 of 8 form HUD-52580(712019) 869 Item 4. Other Rooms Used For Living and Halls Yes No I. Final Approval No. Pass Fail ConC. Comment Date(mmrddfyyyy) 4.1 Room Code' (Circle One) (Circle One) and Room Location Right/Center/Left Front/Center/Rear Floor Level 4.2 Electricity/Illumination 4.3 Electrical Hazards 4.4 Security j 4.5 Window Condition f 4.6 Ceiling Condition 4.7 Wall Condition 4.8 Floor Condition 4•9 Lead-Based Paint NotApplicable Are all painted surfaces free of deteriorated paint? If not,do deteriorated surfaces exceed two square feet per room and/or is more than 10%of a component? 4.10 Smoke Detectors 4.1 Room Cade`and (Circle One) (Circle One) Room Location Right/Center/Left Front/Center/Rear Floor Level 4.2 Electricity/Illumination 4.3 Electrical Hazards 4.4 Security 4.5 Window Condition 4.6 Ceiling Condition 4.7 Wall Condition 4.8 Floor Condition 4.9 Lead-Based Paint Not Applicable Are all painted surfaces free of deteriorated paint? If not,do deteriorated surfaces exceed two square feet per room and/or is more than 10%of a component? 4.10 Smoke Detectors 5.All Secondary Rooms (Rooms not used for living) 5.1 None Go to Part 6 5.2 Security 5.3 Electrical Hazards 5.4 Other Potentially Hazardous Features in these Rooms Previous editions are obsolete Page 4 of 8 form HUD-52580 (7/2019) 870 Item 6.Building Exterior Yes No In- Final Approval No. Pass Fall Cone. Comment Date(mmlddlyyyy) 6.1 Condition o oun a ion 6.2 Condition of Stairs,Rails,and Porches 6.3 Condition of Roof/Gutters 6.4 Condition of Exterior Surfaces 6.5 Condition of Chimney 6.6 Lead Paint Exterior Surfaces Not Applicable Are all painted surfaces free of deteriorated paint? If not,do deteriorated surfaces exceed 20 square feet of total exterior surface area? 6.7 Manufactured Home:Tie Downs 7.Heating and Plumbing 7.1 Adequacy of Heating Equipment 7.2 Safety of Heating Equipment 7.3 Ventilation/Cooling 7.4 Water Heater 7.5 Approvable Water Supply 7.6 Plumbing 7.7 Sewer Connection 8. General Health and Safety 8.1 Access to Unit 8.2 Fire Exits 8.3 Evidence of Infestation 8.4 Garbage and Debris 8.5 Refuse Disposal 8.6 Interior Stairs and Commom Halls 8.7 Other Interior Hazards 8.8 Elevators 8.9 Interior Air Quality 8.10 Site and Neighborhood Conditions 8.11 Lead-Based Paint:Owners Certification Not Applicable If the owner is required to correct any lead-based paint hazards at the property including deteriorated paint or other hazards identified by a visual assessor, a certified lead-based paint risk assessor, or certified lead-based paint inspector, the PHA must obtain certification that the work has been done in accordance with all applicable requirements of 24 CFR Part 35.The Lead -Based Paint Owner Certification must be received by the PHA before the execution of the HAP contract or within the time period stated by the PHA in the owner HQS violation notice. Receipt of the completed and signed Lead-Based Paint Owner Certification signifies that all HQS lead-based paint requirements have been met and no re-Inspection by the HQS inspector is required. Previous editions are obsolete Page 5 of 8 form HUD-52580(7/2019) 871 C.Special Amenities(Optional) This Section is for optional use of the HA.It is designed to collect additional information about other positive features of the unit that may be present. Although the features listed below are not included in the Housing Quality Standards,the tenant and HA may wish to take them into consideration in decisions about renting the unit and the reasonableness of the rent. Checklist any positive features found in relation to the unit- 1.Living Room 4.Bath High quality floors or wall coverings Special feature shower head Working fireplace or stove Balcony, — Built-in heat lamp patio, deck, porch Special windows Large mirrors or doors Glass door on shower/tub Exceptional size relative to needs of family Separate dressing room Other:(Specify) Double sink or special lavatory Exceptional size relative to needs of family Other.(Specify) 2.Kitchen Dishwasher Separate freezer Garbage disposal —Eating counter/breakfast nook Pantry or abundant shelving or cabinets Double oven/self cleaning oven,microwave 5.Overall Characteristics Double sink Storm windows and doors — High quality cabinets Other forms of weatherization(e,g.,insulation,weather Abundant counter-top space stripping)Screen doors or windows Modern appliance(s) Good upkeep of grounds(i.e.,site cleanliness,landscaping, —Exceptional size relative to needs of family condition of lawn) Other.(Specify) —Garage or parking facilities — Driveway Large yard —Good maintenance of building exterior Other.(Specify) 3.Other Rooms Used for Living High quality floors or wall coverings 1-1 Working fireplace or stove Balcony, n patio, deck, porch Special windows 6. Disabled Accessibility or doors Exceptional size relative to needs of family Unit is accessible to a particular disability. Yes No Other.(Specify) Disability Previous editions are obsolete Page 6 of 8 form HUD-62680(712019) 872 1. Does the owner make repairs when asked?Yes n No 2. How many people live there? 3. How much money do you pay to the owner/agent for rent?$ 4. Do you pay for anything else? (specify) 5. Who owns the range and refrigerator? (insert O =Owner or T=Tenant) Range Refrigerator Microwave 6. Is there anything else you want to tell us?(specify)Yes❑ No❑ Previous editions are obsolete Page 7 of 8 form HUD-52580(7/2019) 873 E.Inspection Summary/Comments(Optional) Provide a summary description of each item which resulted in a rating of"Fail'or"Pass with Comments." Tenant 10 Number inspector Date of Inspection(mmldd/My)Address of Inspected Unit ype of Inspection Initial Special Reinspection Item Nurnber Reason for"Fail'or"Pass with Comments"Rating Continued on additional page Yes No El Previous editions are obsolete Page 8 of 8 form HUD-52580(412015) ref Handbook 7420.8 874 Appendix E 875 RENT REASONABLENESS CHECKLIST AND CERTIFICATION Proposed Unit Unit#1 Unit#2 Unit#3 Address Number of Bedrooms Square Feet Type of Unit[Construction Housing Condition r,e. Location/Accessibility Amenities ; Unit: Site: r�° b w Neighborhood: p Age in Years ' Utilities (type) Unit Rent Vg , Utility Allowance { Gross Rentq Handicap Accessible? � = CERTIFICA Fes" A„taliance�ni fx;ayment Standard 1 SIR ProprdkE$gic#�1nt + Utility Allowance = Proposed Grass Rent approved re es not exceed applicable Payment Standard of B. Rent Reasonableness Based upon a comparison with rents for comparable units, I have determined that the proposed rent for the unit [ ]is [ ]is not reasonable. Name: Signature: Date: 876 Appendix F 877 HOME RENTAL ASSISTANCE CONTRACT LANDLORD NAME &ADDRESS UNIT NO. &ADDRESS TENANT NAME Telephone No, This HOME Rental Assistance Contract("Contract") is entered into between the"City of Anytown, Department of " (program administrator) and the Landlord identified above. This Contract applies only to the Tenant family and the dwelling unit identified above. 1. TERM OF THE CONTRACT w The term of this Contract shall begin on ' and end no later than.", .2 The Contract automatically terminates on the last day of the term of the Lea o 2. SECURITY DEPOSITS A. The (program administrator)will pay a security deposit to the Landlord in f oun: $ The Landlord will hold this security dep� i�.t"during the period nt occupies the dwelling unit under the Lease. The Landlord shall co{.; :(, with state and local,,aws regarding interest payments on security deposits. B. After the Tenant has moved from the dwellin F wit, theca dlordr t� MMject to state and local law, use the security deposit, including ar�> erest on t deposit imbursement for rent or any other amounts payable by the Tenant er the .. e. The Larr`lord will give the Tenant a written list of all items charged agaigs�t the s' ,'tyrdgposit and the amount of each item. After y__-< deducting the amount used as rein BV . —men�'t tie Landlord, the Landlord shall promptly refund :� the full amount of the balance to the'�',;e� t/progt R administrator]. C, The Landlord shall immediately notify f (pig m a njtnistrator)when the Tenant has moved from the Contract unit. 3. RENT AND AMOUNTS PAYAB_K Y`11'40---I A';._AND (program administrator) C•w A. Initial Rent. %it'a total morit' -ent payable#o the Landlord for the first twelve months of this Contract is$ M ._ B. Rent Adjusfinen - Wilt less` ft_4 days' notice to the Tenant and the(program a _ J€ator), the r may propose a reasonable adjustment to be effective no earlier than the th mcsr�th of this Y . tract. The proposed rent may be rejected by either the Tenant or the r rogram acjgainistr The Tenant may reject the proposed rent by providing the Landlord R' R �1. Insert the first day of the term of the Lease. 2 The maximum allowable length of a HOME Coupon Contract is two years. 3 Modify the paragraph based on PJ policy. 4 Insert the number of days notice the owner must provide of a rent increase. At least 60 days is recommended to enable the program administrator 30 days to review the rent and still enable the landlord to give the tenant 30 days notice. 878 HOME Rental Assistance Contract(Page Two) with 30 days'written notice of intent to vacate. If the program administrator rejects the proposed rent, the program administrator must give both the Tenant and the Landlord 30 days' notice of intent to terminate the Contract. C. Tenant Share of the Rent. Initially, and until such time as both the Landlord and the Tenant are notified by the(program administrator),the Tenant's share of the rent shall be D. Program Administrator Share of the Rent. Initially, and until such time as the Landlord and Tenant are notified by the(program administrator),the(program admen es) share of the rent shall be$ Neither the (program administrato�-fir HUD ssumes any obligation for the Tenant's rent, or for payment of any claim by the, .''ner agair a Tenant. The(program administrator's)obligation is limited to making rent merits. ehalf of the Tenant in accordance with this Contract. yr O E, Payment Conditions. The right of the owner to receive payments under t Wontra -AffEll be subject to compliance with all of the provisions of the,10%( act. The Landlore }elf paid under this Contract on or about the first day of the mot which the payments due. The Landlord agrees that the endorsement on the cf e shaII&r eclusive ev nee that the Landlord received the full amount due for theship _N �a certiflaon that: ka 1. the Contract unit is in decent, safe f anitary c ition, a � the Landlord is providing the services, maintenance and utiliti greed tpthe Lease, 2. the Contract unit is leased to�`rr" Deco`�(`.G b: Tenant named above in this Contract. �YJ.r. '4�-sue... 3. the Landlord has not receivedrrdrill noe ive any payments as rent for the Contract unit other than those identified`i'; l _ ontra-- 4. to the best of the Landlord's kna� exthe unused solely as the Tenant's principal place of residence whl F. Overpayments. If the (p" �2irr ;inEs Bator) determines that the Landlord is not entitled to ✓�4 any payments received, in" iition Iaw"b " emedies, the (program administrator)may deduct c k2_ the amount of.t�ie overpaym om at " Duets due the Landlord, including the amounts due �.� under any otfetal Assistanupon Contract. 4. HOUSING QUALI - tiS7ANI ' - , NEI LANDLORD-PROVIDED SERVICES to ds<to maintain and operate the Contract unit and related facilities to provide A. &. bn. r 9 P c€ eri safe and housing in accordance with 24 C1=R Section 882.109, including all of the servio- J aint I nce and utilities agreed to in the Lease. t °fogram initrator) shall have the right to inspect the Contract unit and related ies at lean nnually, and at such other times as may be necessary to assure that the unit is in ecer�t.,, , and sanitary condition,and that required maintenance, services and utilities are I C. If the (program administrator) determines that the Landlord is not meeting these obligations,the program administrator shall have the right,even if the Tenant continues in occupancy,to terminate payment of the(program administrator's) share of the rent and/or terminate the Contract. 5. TERMINATION OF TENANCY The Landlord may evict the Tenant following applicable state and local laws. The Landlord must give the Tenant at least 30 days'written notice of the termination and notify the(program administrator) in writing when eviction proceedings are begun. This may be done by providing the (program administrator)with a copy of the required notice to the tenant. 879 HOME Rental Assistance Contract(Page Three) 6. FAIR HOUSING REQUIREMENTS A. Nondiscrimination. The Landlord shall not, in the provision of services or in any other manner, discriminate against any person on the grounds of age, race, color, creed, religion, sex, handicap, national origin, or familial status. The obligation of the Landlord to comply with Fair Housing Requirements insures to the benefit of the United States of America,the Department of Housing and Urban Development, and the (program administrator), any of which shall be entitled to involve any of the remedies available by law to redress any bre or to compel compliance by the Landlord. B. Cooperation in Quality Opportunity Compliance Reviews. The La_ d shall c.•: ily with the (program administrator)and with HUD in conducting compliance r s anal mplaint investigations pursuant to all applicable civil rights statutes, Executiv� 2eMand all rel.Ad rules and regulations. � 4 7. (Program administrator)AND HUD ACCESS TO LAND D RECORDS ` A. The Landlord shall provide any information pertipjanuo the`. ° tract whic lie (program NEW Mh administrator)or HUD may reasonably require,. M �� B. The Landlord shall permit the(program istrator r UD, or their authorized P (P g } 1 representatives,to have access to the prgi► es ands-` the purposes of audit and examination,to have access to an hooks;> c rnj' ts, papers, and records of the Landlord to the extent necessary to determine;,lianc ? .this Contract. 8. RIGHTS OF (Program administratorl? LORf' # ,PACHES THE CONTRACT A. Any of the following s4,10 1"" ftstMute a bt ch'a�� Contract: (1} if the Landlord has violf#§'d any I tQn under this Contract; or {2} If the La lrst�gs demons ca,._d any intention to violate any obligation under this Contract; or (3) If the LandlQha `dmmfffet�any fraud or made any false statement in connection with the 01 s - .. _ �a_ act, or ��" mmitted fraud or made any false statement in connection with any 4; �RN eraI house I ssistance program. ON' The ia'Iandnedies under the Contract include recovery of overpayments, �1�iation or rg- ction of payments, and termination of the Contract. If the(program Y aclf inistrator) ermines that a breach has occurred,the program administrator may exercise any of its ri r remedies under the Contract. The (program administrator)shall notify the Lan lb dl 'ding of such determination, including a brief statement of the reasons for the determina ion. The notice by the PHA to the landlord may require the Landlord to take corrective action by a time prescribed in the notice. C. Any remedies employed by the(program administrator) in accordance with this Contract shall be effective as provided in a written notice by the (program administrator)to the Landlord. The (program administrator's)exercise or non-exercise of any remedy shall not constitute a waiver of the right to exercise that or any other right or remedy at any time. 880 HOME Rental Assistance Contract(Page Four) 9. PHA RELATION TO THIRD PARTIES A. The(program administrator)does not assume any responsibility for, or liability to, any person injured as a result of the Landlord's action or failure to act in connection with the implementation of this Contract, or as a result of any other action or failure to act by the Landlord. B. The Landlord is not the agent of the(program administrator)and this Cont, t does not create or affect any relationship between the (program administrator)and any r to the Landlord, or any suppliers, employees, contractors or subcontractors used by h landlord'n connection with this Contract. C. Nothing in this Contract shall be construed as creating any right of t ` rt or a third, y (other than HUD)to enforce any provision of this Contract or to asses ; aim agai D, the(program administrator) or the Landlord under this Contract. 10. CONFLICT OF INTEREST PROVISIONS , A. No employee of the(program administrator) fir ! test or infer ces decisions with 'ras respect to the Rental Assistance Program� no pu�l) officia`I tit er of a governing body or state of local legislator who exercise , i�nc ions spansitilli' with respect to the program shall have any direct or indirect`rp.. �rest du i his person tenure, or for one year thereafter, in this contract or in anyoceet7 isits arising from the Contract or to any benefits which may arise from it. `r 11. TRANSFER OF THE CONTRACT WY , ��--... The Landlord shall not tra f z �apy form, a C ct without the prior written consent of the (program administrator). Tiprb � ,,adm stratoshall give its consent to a transfer if the gr transferee agrees in writing (ina ma to e to the (program administrator))to comply with all terms and conditi s of this Con 12. ENTIRE AGREE K.RITTERPRE1r , N A. This Contract ca' ina entrTsiagreement between the Landlord and the program es in this Contract shall be made except in writing signed b both the ,��r�f�ts�t ator. N��';;� g P 9 g Y ,- aridf and the grogram administrator}. The tat l b u. ;terpreted and implemented in accordance with HUD requirements. ,,^ ;� 881 HOME Rental Assistance Contract(Page Five) 13. WARRANTY OF LEGAL CAPACITY AND CONDITION OF UNIT A. The Landlord warrants the unit is in decent, safe, and sanitary condition as defined in 24 CFR Section 882.109, and that the Landlord has the legal right to lease the dwelling unit covered by this Contract during the Contract term. B. The party, if any, executing this Contract on behalf of the Landlord hereby warrants that authorization has been given by the Landlord to execute it on behalf of th ndlord. Landlord Name (Type or Print): (Program administra o epresenYtive (Type of Print): - . (Signature/Date) (Signature/Date) os WARNING: 18 U.S.C. 1001 provides, among other thin s,, hat w; �uer knowin ! and willingly makes P 9 g ��, g y: S Y or uses a document or writing containing any false,fictitlarRE ,fraud t statem � or entries, in any { /0- matter within the jurisdiction of any department or geiy of thtJnitete # tl be fined not more than $10,000, or imprisoned for not more than fives bars, or bo[[ ° LANDLORD'S CHECK TO BE MAILED TO':NSS NAME(S) "ry'• : . 1•�l"y- �,�r, ELF A ADDRESS __ OR ,zaIGN/fiTE OF OWNER DATE rWE r ZIr tv� r SI [VATURE OF OWNER DATE A 882 Appendix G 883 LEASE ADDENDUM TENANT LANDLORD UNIT NO. &ADDRESS This lease addendum adds the following paragraphs to the Lease between the Tenant and Landlord referred to above. A. Purpose of the Addendum. The lease for the above--0- renced unit is being amended to include the provisions of this �dI , aum ,1.use the Tenant has been approved to receive rental assi , :ce. : er the [program administrator's] HOME Rental Assistance Pr Underf� the Rental Assistance Program, the [program administratoJ ili rr . monthly payments to the Landlord on beh$, f the Tenant. The Lease has been signed by the p,j..on fi: onditio , . t the [program administrator] and Lan # r-} mptl e a HOME Rental Assistance Contract. T%;— ease sill not b a effective unless the Contract has been uted 1 1 oth the Landlord and the [program administrator], ctivday of the term of the g .: Lease.' B. Conflict with Ot er Provis s Q "he L se. In case of any conflict between the pr � ngof thin dde : m and other sections of the Lease, the provi61 a'e i A end shall prevail. v. C. Terms���.�, kae Lease. e term'shail begin on and shall i�y� , v c+;wv=fit continu rifill~ ( e Le is terminated by the Landlord in accords wbletate and local Tenant/Landlord laws; (2) the LeaseRrg te nated t7 the Tenant in accordance with the Lease z N y mu#ui -'greement during the term of the Lease; or(3) termination k. he HOME Rental Assistance Program Contract by the OW • [ a, adn` stratorJ. I iRental istance Payment. Each month the[program i is vator)will make a rental assistance payment to the Landlord If of the Tenant. This payment shall be credited by the Landlord toward the monthly rent payable by the Tenant. The balance of the monthly rent shall be paid by the Tenant. E. Security Deposit (1) The(Tenant/[program administrator]) has deposited $ with the Landlord as a Security Deposit. The Landlord will hold this security deposit during the period the Tenant occupies the dwelling unit under the Lease. The Landlord shall comply with state and local laws regarding interest payments on security deposits. 884 (2) After the Tenant has moved from the dwelling unit, the Landlord may, subject to state and local laws, use the security deposit, including any interest on the deposit, as reimbursement for rent or any other amounts payable by the tenant under the Lease. The Landlord will give the Tenant a written list of all items charged against the security deposit and the amount of each item. After deducting the amount used as reimbursement to the Landlord, the Landlord shall promptly refund the full amount of the balance to the (Tenant/[program administrator]). F. Utilities and Appliances. The utilities and appliances lis . in Column 1 are provided by the Landlord and included in-,, e rent. The utilities and appliances listed in Column 2 below ar , includ the rent and are paid separately by the Tenant. UTILITY/APPLIANCE Included in Re t Tenant Paid Garbage Coliection : Water/Sewer ,A _. ..u_, �,.... y Heating Fuel (specify) ^" ' N, figp Lights, electric 4yY Cooking Fuel (specify) :FIRM Other(specify) Refrigerator Stove/Range }�_-q-s M G. HouseMesers. FTIehold members authorized to live in this �.. _ unit are lip tenant may not permit other persons to join t e House Ithout rYifying the [program administrator] and ` fining tl 'andlord's permission. Household members: s��H. Hati 'g` ua :y Standards. The Landlord,shall maintain the 4�,�,. ,.,k._..,.r s- +veiiing rr5 t, common areas, equipment, facilities and appliances in decent, . e, and sanitary condition (as determined by Section 8 oysrf uality Standards). 1. Termination of Tenancy. The Landlord may evict the Tenant following applicable state and local laws. The landlord must provide the Tenant with at least 30 days' written notice of the termination. The Landlord must notify the [program administrator] in writing when eviction proceedings are begun. This may be done by providing the [program administrator] with a copy of the required notice to the Tenant. 885 J. Prohibited Lease Provision. Any provision of the Lease which falls Within the classifications below shall not apply and not be enforced by the Landlord. (1) Confession of Judgment. Consent by the Tenant to be sued, to admit guilt, or to a judgment in favor of the landlord in a lawsuit brought in connection with the Lease. (2) Treatment of Property. Agreement by the Tenant that the Landlord may take or hold the Tenant's property, or may sell such property without notice to the Tenant and a court decision on the rights of the parties. (3) Excusing the Landlord from Responsibility. Agree re i by the Tenant not to hold the Landlord or Landlord's ag legallAi responsible for any action or failure to act, whet'; ntenor negligent. (4) Waiver of Legal Notice. Agreement by the Tenant th' Landlord may institute a lawsuit witho. �^ otice to the TerY �s (5) Waiver of Court Proceedings for EvictiN ..greement by thrL Tenant that the Landlord may evic' _ Ten , Family ,N • ithout r:J. JY instituting a civil court proceed(, s iri `Wich th ar�7iG as the opportunity to present a defele, or(iic eforet•sion by the court on the rights of the pal#tr S. oriz(6) Waiver of Jury Trial. A ;l t to the Landlord to waive the Tenant's right to a tria��`` (7) Waiver of Right to Appe`.t GD art. Authorization to the Landlord to .akue the Teri:;ntf t to appeal a court decision or waive the T ; rght t ue ti event a judgment from being rag&, put into effect o :�s, F r. IN (8) Tend t Chargea'! rith C i f Legal Actions Regardless of LE Outpoirt oLthe Law9jAk Agreement by the Tenant to pay Fyn lawy, s fe�s�zxrther lag'ai costs whenever the Landlord decides �, �;:sJ��::-yam to suet , r ors"zthe Tenant wins. ndiscrirt ation. The Landlord shall not discriminate against the Te ih_theaovision of services, or in any other manner, on the tt�tds*ag , race, color, creed, religion, sex, handicap, national rigin, or f milial status. T'r SIGNATURES LANDLORD SIGNATURES By: LANDLORD NAME: (Type or Print Name of Tenant Representative) By: (Signature/Date) (Type or Print Name of Landlord Representative) By: (Type or Print Name of Tenant Representative) (Signature/Date) (Signature/Date) 886 Appendix H 887 PARTICIPANT CONTRACT Service Provider's TBRA Program aims to provide homeless individuals with short-term rental subsidies,accompanied by intensive services,in order to rapidly transition homeless individuals into housing and prevent them from remaining homeless. At the same time,these services are designed to support individuals in achieving housing independence and realizing their full potential. I/We met with the Housing Stability Specialist and have elected to: Participate in the TBRA program Not Participate in the TBRA program Now that I have been accepted into the program,I understand that in order to remain eligible for services,I agree to comply with the following Next Step Participant rules/guidelines: • I understand that I am responsible for managing all additional living expenses`(i.e.utilities,sewage,water, garbage,food,etc.....)above and beyond what is paid for by my subsi4g. • I agree to schedule and meet with my Housing Stability Specialist as deter nzried necessary but no less than one time per month with all meetings being at my housing location unless otherwis..-eed upon.I agree that if there is a conflict with the schedule,it is my responsibility to contackthe Housing Stal it ty,Specialist to_:_address/re- schedule the meeting. • I agree that there will be a mutual respect betweennyHounSta ity$ ecialist. and myself • I am aware that the Housing Stability Specialist may; omplete a'Iiousing irisp_ection:dgring the home visits. • I agree to take initiative and cooperate in3eveloping a`Self Sufficiency Plan witki`iny Housing Stability Specialist that identifies and seeks to resolve`liarri per s to permanent housing including,but not limited to; o gaining or increasing_employmentrncome o`aliving wage.ahrough job training/basic education o address debt issues'<`:; ;::,:. o team or improve inoriey management skills o increase knowledge0 ousi`n&0M.ons anii.opportzin ties in the community. • I agree to comp161, d.follow a budget and savingsmn. • I agree to provide'8ocumeritation.as neededb.y.my Housing Stability Specialist to provide proof of employment/incomeemploymeritsearcb/applying, attendance records at job trainings,G.E.D.classes,proof of detpayritents,etc...:°'duringselieduled meetings. • I agree to notify my Housing+Stabilization Case Manager of any lease violations or concerns. • I agree sublet`ot:aiave an:one not already approved by the lease agreement to stay at the rental property for g y,., an extended period of bite, My signature below indicates::that 'understand what is expected of me by the TBRA Program and that in order to continue to be eligible for participation in the program I must follow these rules/guidelines. In addition I will be an active participant in my Self Sufficiency Plan. Participant Name Participant Signature Date Participant Name Participant Signature Date Housing Stability Specialist Signature Date [Type here] 888 Appendix 889 Housing Choice Voucher Program Effective Date: October 1, 2019 O. GAS ' � Cooking.. { Heating 14 17 18 20 23 25 ELECTRIC ;..Banc.:<::. ...:;. 26. 31 44 S8 Coolung 5 6 11 16 19 23 �-Heating..: Water Heater 16 20 28 34 40 46 OTHER ;::Water 127:.: 158:::..'s:'. :. Trash&Sewer 26 Stove -------- 7 J Orange County Housing Authority 890 Appendix J 891 ADDENDUM TO OPERATING PROCEDURES FOR TENTANT BASED RENTAL ASSISTANCE PROGRAMS On April 10, 2020, the Housing and Urban Development Department, HUD, issued two memoranda, April 10, 2020 Memorandum — Availability of Waivers and Suspensions of the HOME Program Requirements in Response to COV1D-19 Pandemic and April 10, 2020 Memorandum — Suspensions and Waivers to Facilitate Use of HOME-Assisted Tenant-Based Rental Assistance (TBRA) for Emergency and Short-term Assistance in Response to COVID-19 Pandemic. The memoranda prioritized the immediate housing needs of those impacted by COVID- 19 and the prevention of the spread of COVID-19 and to achieve such ends, provided for numerous waivers and suspensions in current federal regulations and policies. The City's Community Development Department applied for and was granted the waivers and suspensions on April 22, 2020. The following waivers and suspensions, among others, were granted and impact the administration of the HOME Tenant Rental Based Assistance Program (TBRA) which provides rental assistance to low income individuals and families in Huntington Beach. April 10, 2020 Memorandum—Availability of Waivers and Suspensions of the HOME Program Requirements in Response to COVID-19 Pandemic • HOME Program - 10%Administration and Planning Cap • HOME Program— Income Documentation • HOME Program —On-Site Inspections of HOME-assisted Rental Housing • HOME Program - Annual Inspection of Units Occupied by Recipients of HOME Tenant-Based Rental Assistance (TBRA) April 10, 2020 Memorandum — Suspensions and Waivers to Facilitate Use of HOME-Assisted Tenant-Based Rental Assistance (TBRA)for Emergency and Short-term Assistance in Response to COVID-19 Pandemic • HOME Program—Consolidated Plan-HOME Certification, Analysis of Local Market Conditions, and Citizen Participation • HOME Program—Tenant Selection and Targeted Assistance • HOME Program - Eligible Tenant-based Rental Assistance Costs and Maximum TBRA Subsidy • HOME Program - Term of Rental Assistance Contract • HOME Program —Tenant Protections-Lease • HOME Program — Housing Quality Standards • HOME Program — Annual Inspection of Units Occupied by Recipients of HOME TBRA • HOME Program - Income Determinations HUD will be issuing further guidance on the waivers and suspensions. The City will adopt these guidelines within the program's operating procedures to ensure low income residents of Huntington Beach will be afforded maximum access to this 892 program. The City will be required to provide written documentation of the changes to operating procedures and work closely with the service providers to ensure compliance of the modified regulations during the pandemic and its aftermath. 893 7/7/2020 t . Tenant Based Rental Assistance (TBRA) Program : July 6, 2020 a i Federal HOME Investment Partnership Funds Each year, the Department of Housing and Urban Development provides local jurisdictions with HOME funds to provide for housing for lower income households. 1> Since 2015, the City Council has approved HOMEr. funds to sponsor a Tenant Based Rental Assistance Program to help households with rental, security deposit and utility assistance. 2 i �93 COMMUNICATION Meeft Date: 1 Agenda Item No.: °;/ 7/7/2020 Partnership with Service Providers: Working with Community Based Organizations Interval House: Partner with the City since 2015. Focus on families with domestic violence. Has assisted over 75 households/155 people overcome housing insecurity. t,. Mercy House: Partner with the City since 2016. Focus on very low and extremely low income households. Has assisted 46 households/151 people overcome housing insecurity. P. Families Forward: Partner with the City since 2018. Focus on households with minor children. Has assisted 23 households/47 people overcome housing insecurity. fi{ Ilk 45 COVID-19 Housing Needs D,� Since April 2020, the need for housing assistance has sky- rocketed due to the after-effects of COVID-19. D* In April, Interval House assisted 37 new households/86 people who could no longer afford their rents due to job loss or reduction of hours. 0,� As the pandemic continues, the service providers anticipate an increase in households needing housing assistance. The need will continue to grow. 2 7/7/202o Recommended City Council Action o. Authorize and Direct the City Manager to execute the City's standard Professional Services Agreement to provide Tenant Based Rental Assistance (TBRA) services with Families Forward, Interval House and Mercy House. 0>� Approve the Operating Guidelines. I --,•f t:: •t S Questions? y K 3