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SocialServiceHumanRelationsBoard | 2021-12-09 | 2 | Mr. Almanzor presented a sample worksheet as a tool to collect ideas pertaining to SSHRB priorities and work plan development. President Lewis opened the floor for discussion. Following is a summary of comments/recommendations by Boardmembers: Community Needs Assessment Review the previous need assessment, determine consistency from year to year, and SSHRB's needs Clarify area of curiosity: culture, structures, programs and populations Decide methodology (e.g., protocols, community engagement, minimum number of respondents) Community outreach, such as possible focus group meetings with seniors, people with disabilities, and homeless individuals and advocates Determine timeline for completing survey and presentation of findings for CDBG process in November Incorporate previous individuals that participated in 2017 Community Needs Assessment Human Relations/Alamedans Together Against Hate: Define Human Relations and vision (with key informants, such as, faith- based organizations, immigrant communities, elders, etc.,) Create an action plan to realize the definition Possibly have the community needs assessment address some of these issues Collaboration with community Town halls that are facilitated toward healing and a place of understanding; mutual respect Develop a sense of proactive rather than reactive to build relationships and sense of community Infrastructure (e.g., future work groups): Identify optimal resources Establish subject matter experts List of committees where SSHRB0 is currently involved Shift from "Committees" to "Action Groups", to maximize production Rethink what it means to be a SSHRB member and time commitments 5-B Community Needs for Community Development Block Grant FY 2022-23 Staff member Lisa Fitts presented on the Community Development Block Grant (CDBG) Community Needs for FY 2022-23 Action Plan, highlighting the following key segments: What is CDBG? Federal funds to assist low - and moderate - income persons by providing; decent housing, suitable living environment and expanded economic opportunities. In 2020 the City of Alameda submitted the five-year strategic plan, outlining the housing and community development needs. Priorities submitted by SSHRB included; affordable housing, fair housing, food security, food services, homeless services, mental health services, safety and crime prevention, and transportation and pedestrian safety. As part of the Annual Action Plan, there are a few key dates for SSHRB where individual actions will be required. December 14, 2021 - SSHRB Needs Letter Finalized January 4, 2022 - City Council hears public comment and adopts the Needs Statement for the FY2022-23 Action Plan | SocialServiceHumanRelationsBoard/2021-12-09.pdf |