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Human Services Carlos Jackson Executive Director (Appointed 02/19/91) Fiscal Year 2006-2007 Budget Gross Total Less Intrafund $413,464,000 Transfer $0 Net Total $413,464,000 Revenue $413,464,000 Net County Cost $0 Positions 556.9 CDC completed 90 percent of first phase of Lincoln Crossing Center, a mixed-use development in the West Altadena redevelopment area. The center consists of a fitness center, supermarket, retail space, residential loft housing, and parking structure. Laura Lares-Hernandez (far right), a proud first-time homebuyer, is pictured in front of her home in Hacienda Heights. Through the CDC’s Homeownership Program and American Dream Downpayment Initiative, her dream of owning a home came true. 40 County of Los Angeles Annual Report 2006-2007 Community Development Commission/ Housing Authority The Community Development Commission/Housing Authority (CDC) administers the County’s housing and community development programs, including various economic development, business revitalization, block grant and loan programs. It utilizes federal funds to create financing programs for 48 cities and the unincorporated areas of the County; and operates a countywide housing program for low-income persons, including offering Section 8 rent subsidies. Various revenue bond financing plans are used to conserve and increase the number of affordable housing units available in the County. In addition, low-interest mortgage loan programs are used for new construction and rehabilitation of existing housing. Major Accomplishments 2005-2006 Constructed the Lincoln Crossing Supermarket and Fitness Center in West Altadena Redevelopment Area. Created new affordable housing opportunities by expending $27 million to help construct 599 rental units, $11 million to rehabilitate more than 552 housing units, and $43 million to assist 176 families in purchasing their first homes. Completed the development agreement and received HUD Section 108 loan approval for the La Alameda Shopping Center, which consists of 223,000 square feet of retail space and 18,000 square feet of office space in the Florence-Firestone and Walnut Park Revitalization areas. Continued high-level effective administration of the Community Development Block Grant (CDBG) Program by providing 360 program reviews, 216 technical assistance visits for participating agencies, and exceeding HUD’s mandatory drawdown requirement. Achieved a 97 percent occupancy rate at the County’s public housing developments while also providing services aimed at assisting residents in attaining self-sufficiency. Expanded partnerships with colleges and universities, which resulted in more than 310 college student volunteers providing services at the County’s public housing developments and on various CDC projects. Major Objectives 2006-2007 Start construction of the La Alameda Shopping Center in the Florence-Firestone and Walnut Park Revitalization areas. The $64 million shopping center will create an estimated 750 full-time jobs. Create new affordable housing opportunities by expending $18.7 million to help construct 729 rental units, $23.1 million to rehabilitate more than 811 housing units, and $32.5 million to assist 160 families in purchasing their first homes. Make available $52 million in Homeless and Housing Program funds to developers for emergency, transitional and permanent housing as well as for the establishment of new and innovative approaches to prevent and/or end homelessness in the County. Make resources available through the City of Industry and HOME programs for the development of housing for low-income individuals, families, and special-needs populations. Adopt a redevelopment plan for the unincorporated Whiteside community and adopt a joint redevelopment project area with the City of Los Angeles. Provide acoustical treatment to 600 dwelling units and complete acoustical treatment of 413 dwelling units within the Residential Sound Insulation Program project area. Continue high-level effective administration of the CDBG Program by meeting HUD’s regulatory and compliance requirements. Achieve a 97 percent occupancy rate at the County’s public housing developments while also providing services aimed at assisting residents in attaining self-sufficiency. Expand partnerships with colleges and universities to have student volunteers provide services at the County’s public housing developments and on various CDC projects.
County of Los Angeles Annual Report 2006-2007 Community and Senior Services Community and Senior Services (CSS) offers a wide range of services to senior citizens, unemployed or dislocated workers and victims of elder abuse or domestic violence. In partnership with community leaders, businesses and private agencies, CSS assists residents to become self-sufficient, strengthening and promoting the independence of seniors. CSS services also include employment and training for unemployed seniors, adults, youth and dislocated workers. Through the Los Angeles County Workforce Investment Board (WIB), CSS encourages linkages with the business community to address job placement. Through the Commission on Aging, the Area Agency on Aging Advisory Council, and a network of public and private community-based contractors, the priority needs of seniors are addressed. CSS also works to protect citizens older than 65 and other dependent adults ages 18 to 64. Protective services address the dangers related to senior abuse, neglect or selfneglect, and provides safety and security for domestic violence victims. CSS provides dispute resolution services, and staff support to the Community Services American Indian Block Grant program. Major Accomplishments 2005-2006 Established a centralized contracts management division to ensure consistency among all contacts managed by CSS. Developed, in conjunction with Los Angeles City Area Agency on Aging, first countywide Senior and Caregiver Services brochure. Aligned funding with Performance Counts! information using performance data in the eCAPS financial accounting system. Major Objectives 2006-2007 Publish an Adult Protective Service (APS) handbook on accessible services and make it available to Los Angeles County residents. Establish and conduct an annual survey of stakeholders that includes commissions, boards and other advisory bodies to assess their satisfaction with CSS staff support. Work collaboratively with the Chief Information Office and the County Public Library to initiate a pilot project that will provide public computers at a select number of senior and service centers. Implement an electronically automated APS system for social workers to store and access critical information related to their clients. Make needed repairs at 15 senior and service centers for improved services to customers. Conduct L.A. County Seniors Count!, a countywide survey to assess the unmet needs of seniors. This will be done in partnership with the County Commission on Aging, and in collaboration with the City of Los Angeles Department of Aging. Service centers provide services to youth. Human Services Cynthia D. Banks Director (Appointed 4/12/06) Fiscal Year 2006-2007 Budget Gross Total Less Intrafund $125,628,000 Transfer $41,511,000 Net Total $84,117,000 Revenue $68,967,000 Net County Cost $15,150,000 Positions 445.0 Service centers provide a wide range of services to seniors. Many service centers are receiving a much-needed restoration. 41
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