HomeMy WebLinkAbout2024-04-11; Housing Commission; ; Housing Commission July 2024 – June 2025 Work PlanMeeting Date: April 11, 2024
To: Housing Commission
From: Christian Gutierrez, Housing Services Manager
Staff Contact: Christian Gutierrez, Housing Services Manager
christian.gutierrez@carlsbadca.gov, 442-300-6555
Subject: Housing Commission July 2024 – June 2025 Work Plan
Recommended Action
Discuss and provide feedback to staff regarding the July 2024 – June 2025 Housing Commission
Work Plan draft.
Executive Summary
Carlsbad Municipal Code (CMC) Section 2.15.020 (C) requires that each board or commission
provide to the City Council for its approval an annual work plan of activities to be undertaken
and to provide a subsequent report of its accomplishments. The Housing Commission will
provide feedback for creation of a draft July 2024 – June 2025 Housing Commission Work Plan.
Discussion
In order to provide standardized principles and practices for Boards and Commissions, including
the requirement for yearly work plans, the City Council updated the CMC in 2018. The work
plan's goal is to promote more communication between the Commission and the City Council.
Additionally, it aims to confirm that the Commission is carrying out its duties in accordance with
the City Council's interests.
Staff requests the Housing Commission review and discuss the draft work plan and provide any
feedback to modify for future approval. A Draft July 2024 – June 2025 Housing Commission
Work Plan is provided as Exhibit 1 for discussion purposes.
Next Steps
After the Commission's review and feedback, city staff will modify and bring back the July 2024
–June 2025 Housing Commission Work Plan for review and approval before taking it to the City
Council for final adoption.
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Fiscal Analysis
There is no direct fiscal impact associated with the Housing Commission work plan as long as
items can be conducted with existing resources.
Environmental Evaluation (CEQA)
Pursuant to Public Resources Code Section 21065, this action does not constitute a “project”
within the meaning of the California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA) in that it has no
potential to cause either a direct physical change in the environment, or a reasonably
foreseeable indirect physical change in the environment, and therefore does not require
environmental review.
Public Notification and Outreach
This item was noticed in accordance with the Brown Act and was available for public viewing
and review at least 72 hours prior to scheduled meeting date.
Exhibit
1. Draft July 2024 – June 2025 Housing Commission Work Plan
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City of Carlsbad
Housing Commission Work Plan
July 2024 - June 2025
I.Mission Statement
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.
III.July 2024 - June 2025 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 this time frame, 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
Annual Plan for Fiscal Year 2025-26.
c.Examine housing policy questions as may be referred by the City Council.
d.Receive an annual report on the status and progress of affordable housing.
2.Support and advise the City Council regarding efforts to address homelessness.
a.Receive a report on the Homelessness Action Plan and provide
recommendations for prioritization of actions or funding, if necessary.
3.Improve understanding of housing programs, policies and laws.
a.Receive legislative update offered or arranged by the City of Carlsbad.
b.Receive update on Housing Element progress and affordable housing sites, and
inclusionary housing alternative compliance.
c.Participate in any best practices sessions on addressing affordable housing
needs and homelessness.
4.Support and advise the City Council regarding the use of Housing Trust Fund and
Community Development Block Grant funds.
a.Receive an annual report on the Housing Trust Fund.
b.Review and provide input on requests for funding from the Housing Trust Fund.
c.Review and provide input on requests for Community Development Block
Grant funding.
5.Facilitate communication with the City Council and the broader Carlsbad community
regarding matters which fall within the Commission's functions.
a.Prepare an annual work plan and present to City Council for approval.
b.Report to City Council and public on annual work plan accomplishments.
Exhibit 1
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