HomeMy WebLinkAbout2019-12-12; Housing Commission; Resolution 2019-005RESOLUTION NO 2019-005
A RESOLUTION OF THE HOUSING COMMISSION OF THE CITY OF CARLSBAD,
CALIFORNIA, APPROVING THE 2020 REGULAR HOUSING COMMISSION
MEETING CALENDAR
WHEREAS, the Housing Commission ~f the City of Carlsbad, California has determined it will
establish its scheduled regular meetings annually by Resolution; and
WHEREAS, the Ralph M. Brown Act (Government Code §54954) provides for the es~ablishment
of an annual regular meeting calendar procedure; and
WHEREAS, special meetings of the Housing Commission will be called as necessary following
the requirements of the Brown A~t (Government Code §54956).
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED by the Housing Commission of the City of Carlsbad,
California, as follows:
1. That the above recitations are true and correct.
2. For calendar year 2020, the regular Housing Commission shall take place on the second
Thursday of each month at 6 p.m. as follows:
February 13, 2020
March 12, 2020
April 9, 2020
May 14, 2020
June 11, 2020
July 9, 2020
August 13, 2020
September 10, 2020
October 8, 2020
November 12, 2020
December 10, 2020
3. Unless noticed otherwise, all regular meetings shall be conducted at the City of Carlsbad
City Council Chambers.
4. That the 2020 calendar will be posted to the city's website.
PASSED, APPROVED AND ADOPTED at a Meeting of the Housing Commission of th_e City of
Carlsbad on the 12th day of December, 2019, by the following vote, to wit:
AYES: NGUYEN-CLEARY, EVANS, COLE, MANZANO
NAYS: NONE
ABSENT: CORTES-TORRES
Joh~ Nguyen-Cleary, Chairperson
CARLSBAD HOUSING COMMISSION
ATTEST:
David de Cordova
Principal Planner
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 housi ng 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 Pub lic 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 w ithin 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, an d ass ist the city in meeting its objectives
and commitments within such an Action Plan.
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.
Chapter 2.40 HOUSING COMMISSION
2.40.060 Functions.
ATTACHMENT B
A..__ The housing commission shall advise and make recommendations to the community
development commission (the governing bodv of the Carlsbad housing authority) and/or the city
council on the fo llowing matters:
___ IA-. Establishment of, or amendment of affordable housing programs, policies and
regulations;
___ 2-B. Adoption of, or amendments to, the general plan housing element, and related strategies or
programs;
_____lG. Review of project concept and affordability objectives of off-site combined projects as
defined by Chapter 21.85 of this code and located outside of the master plan area, speci tic plan
area or subdivision which has the inclusionary housing requirement;
__ f>1. Requests for financial assistance and/or incentives for the development of affordable housing
projects;
__ €i. Requests to sell or purchase affordable housing credits for transaction/purchases of I 0
credits or more to satisfy an inclusionary housing obligation;
6. Establishment of. or amendment of programs and services that aim to prevent. reduce and
manage homelessness in Carlsbad:
~ __ 7. Other special assignments as requested bv the communitv development commission and/or
city council as related to the development of affordable housing. homelessness programs. or_
regional and state policies and legislation.
!L_ The commission shall annually report to the city council on the status and progress of
affordable housing and homelessness programs0t
G. Other special assignments as requested by the community deve lopment comn:iission
and/or city council as related to the de\•eloprnent of affordable ho~1sing. (Ord. CS 199 § 1.
2013; Ord. NS 467 § I, 1999)