HomeMy WebLinkAbout2020-01-28; City Council; Resolution 2020-027RESOLUTION NO. 2020-027
A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF CARLSBAD,
CALIFORNIA, APPROVING THE HOUSING COMMISSION WORK PLAN FOR
CALENDAR YEAR 2020.
WHEREAS, Chapter 2.15 of the Carlsbad Municipal Code (CMC) requires that each board or
commission provide to the City Council for its approval an annual work plan of activities to be undertaken
by the board or commission; and
WHEREAS, at the September and December 2019 Housing Commission meetings, staff assisted
with the preparation of a work plan that is consistent with the functions of the Housing Commission; and
WHEREAS, on Dec. 12, 2019, the Housing Commission considered the draft "Housing Commission
Work Plan, Calendar Year 2020" (Work Plan), received a staff presentation and commissioner comments
and, after providing opportunity for public testimony on the matter, voted to recommend approval of
the Work Plan, with revisions incorporated into it.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED by the City Council of the City of Carlsbad, California, as
follows:
1. That the above recitations are true and correct.
2. That the City Council approves the Housing Commission Work Plan for calendar year 2020
recommends approval of the Calendar Year 2020 Housing Commission Work Plan, attached hereto as
Attachment A.
PASSED, APPROVED AND ADOPTED at a Regular Meeting ofthe City Council of the City of Carlsbad
on the 28th day of January 2020, by the following vote, to wit:
AYES: Hall, Blackburn, Bhat-Patel, Schumacher.
NAYS: None.
ABSENT: None.
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I. Mission Statement
City of Carlsbad
Housing Commission Work Plan
Calendar Year 2020
ATTACHMENT A
The mission of the Housing Commission is to promote housing security and affordability for all
segments of our community, including lower income families and people with special housing and
supportive service needs.
II. Composition
The Housing Commission consists of five members who are appointed by the mayor and
confirmed by the city council. Members shall serve four-year terms.
Ill. 2020 Goals & Tasks
The Housing Commission will focus on the following goals and tasks:
1. Support and advise the City Council regarding efforts to address affordable housing.
a. As needed throughout the year, perform the functions of the Housing
Commission consistent with Carlsbad Municipal Code Section 2.40.060,
including responsibilities for the Carlsbad Public Housing Authority.
b. Review and recommend for approval to City Council the Public Housing Agency
Five Year Plan for Fiscal Years 2020-2025, and the Annual Plan for Fiscal Year
2020.
c. Review and recommend for approval to City Council an affordable housing
resale program.
d. Examine housing policy questions as may be referred by the City Council.
2. Support and advise the City Council regarding efforts to address homelessness.
a. Receive a presentation about homelessness in the north county region, the
character of homelessness within Carlsbad (i.e., demographic data from the
annual Point-in-Time Count and other data about our homeless), efforts to
address homelessness, and regional resources and facilities that support those
who are homeless and efforts to transition out of homelessness.
b. Receive a status update on the Homeless Response Plan and provide
recommendations for prioritization of actions or plan amendment, if
warranted.
c. If the City Council determines to participate, support the development of a
North County Homeless Action Plan, and assist the city in meeting its objectives
and commitments within such an Action Plan.
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ATTACHMENT A
3. Monitor and participate in the 2021-2029 Housing Element Update.
a. Receive regular updates from the Housing Commission representative to the
Housing Element Advisory Committee (HEAC).
b. As appropriate, provide suggestions for HEAC consideration on items regarding
housing needs, resources, policies and programs.
c. Conduct a public hearing on the updated Housing Element and make a
recommendation to the City Council.
4. Improve understanding of housing programs, policies, and laws.
a. Participate in a legislative and policy update offered or arranged by the City of
Carlsbad.
b. Receive a status report of current Housing Element programs.
c. Become educated on and pursue best practice models in addressing housing
and homelessness.
5. Facilitate communication with the City Council and the broader Carlsbad community
regarding matters which fall within the Commission's functions.
a. After each Housing Commission meeting, provide a summary memo to the City
Council reporting on meeting attendance, items considered by the commission,
and actions taken or recommendations made to the City Council.
b. Prepare an annual work plan and present to City Council for approval.
c. Report to City Council and public on annual work plan accomplishments.
d. Provide an annual report to the City Council on the status and progress of
affordable housing and homelessness programs.
e. Promote efforts to maximize public participation in city-organized information
forums, workshops and public hearings related to Goals 1-4 above.
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