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SocialServiceHumanRelationsBoard | 2012-11-08 | 3 | Member Biggs summed it up with the statement that "Our task is to feed a community with a loaf of bread. This is the largest group of presenters we have had" It was agreed that the Board could not simply continue to make cuts to each organization, and that there needed to be a re-ordering of priorities. Discussion of collaboration included acknowledging that some are already happening, but, while not mandating it, some additional weight might be given to collaboration in scoring the applications. Taking advantage of fundraising opportunities we have as one of the 100 Best Communities for Young People recognition was also noted as a resource sharing opportunity. The discussion ended with a motion for the 2013 Needs Letter to contain the following items" Given the CDBG funds available, we can't nearly address all of the priority needs we have named in the past.. We will only put forward one priority: an edited version of the first 2012 priority which will only name safety-net services that provide food, shelter and other programs that help keep families and individuals from becoming homeless. We recommend that funds be directed to Alameda neighborhoods "most in need" As the Board makes this difficult choice, we will ask the Council "What kind of community do we want to be as we face cuts that destroy our social services safety net?" While we value their importance in our community, we believe that at this time, providing the essential safety net services listed above, is the best way to serve our seniors, families with special needs, and youth. The letter will highlight the importance of increased, meaningful collaboration, and for organizations to look at partnerships "in a new way" The first page will be updated M/S Watkinson / Williams Unanimous 3-B PRESENTATION REGARDING THE CITY OF ALAMEDA PARTICIPATING IN A COUNTY-WIDE "DISASTER PREPAREDNESS PILOT PROJECT" MARIA RAFF, ADMINISTRATIVE MANAGEMENT ANALYST, CITY OF ALAMEDA FIRE DEPARTMENT Scheduled Presenter Maria Raff was unable to attend the meeting and Member Biggs, also a participant in this project, made a brief presentation. The Risk-Based Pilot Project (Disaster Preparedness for Frail & Disabled Alamedans) Alameda County Public Health is considering the City of Alameda for a pilot project regarding developing a plan to serve vulnerable populations, especially those who would not be able to access a shelter, in the event of a disaster. The AFD is convening meetings, bringing together City departments, CBO's and the County for continued discussion. More meetings are scheduled. 3-C. WORKGROUP PROGRESS REPORTS - Information - 30 minutes Each item below is an INFORMATION item: Assessment and Awareness Workgroup President Wasko announced she will make a Needs Survey presentation to ACCYF and ASC at a joint meeting on November 14th | SocialServiceHumanRelationsBoard/2012-11-08.pdf |