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SocialServiceHumanRelationsBoard | 2022-01-27 | 6 | The housing services are known for their trauma-informed, holistic approach that provides a welcoming space, and staff who take pride in providing caring customer service following a harm-reduction model. Emphasis on customer service, treating every individual as a guest/client Additional services: enrollment in CalFresh, medical/dental programs, mental health services, legal services and AA/NA programs Provide housing navigations for transitional aged youth (16-24) High school diploma and GED programs, vocational training Serving approximately 1,500 people per year Staff member Cole opened the floor for questions and comments. Board members expressed their appreciation and excitement for the program. Board member Green wanted to know if there is a plan to issue a new RFP for the provider who pulled out of working with the Emergency Housing at Alameda Point. Staff member Butler confirmed that staff plans to go back to City Council with new recommendations, possibly in March. Staff member Yamashiro-Omi wanted to know more about the Alameda Wellness Center, and its connection to the current strategy. Staff member Butler stated that the City does not work on this project directly, and suggested Doug Biggs (with the Alameda Point Collaborative) attend the next meeting to provide and update/presentation. Board member Yamashiro-Omi encouraged that Mr. Good connects with Mr. Biggs. Staff member Cole confirmed she will share contact information. Staff member Green stated she saw the Five Keys process in San Francisco and was extremely impressed. 5-D Continuation of Discussion for SSHRB 2022 Work Plan and Ad Hoc Committee reports: President Lewis shared a workbook document, stating that the goal is to ensure all SSHRB members have the necessary recourses to complete, individual workplans, prior to present to City Council. The Community Needs Assessment (CNA) Board member Green, presented CNA tasks, including, drafting 2022 community assessment project methods, completion of data collection and project report Board member Jagannathan confirmed timeline, and asked if City staff would be in charge of the overall survey logistics President Lewis stated the CNA, will be a standing item on all future agendas Human Relations/Alamedans Together Against Hate Board member Yamashiro-Omi summarized workplan, and discussed the possibility of obtaining a list of individuals previously involved in SSHRB efforts Board member Yamashiro-Omi and Furuichi Fong suggest that its goal may be working towards creating an Equity/Inclusion position within City staff Board member Jagannathan suggested developing a goal/vision within the first six months, with input from possible town hall meetings Staff member Butler stated, SSHRB would require City Council feedback on various elements, as City Council sets policy, and SSHRB is advisory Board member Green suggested that SSHRB members gather information on various perspectives and deliver a report to City Council on findings and recommendations | SocialServiceHumanRelationsBoard/2022-01-27.pdf |