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Human Services Committee � Regular Meeting ...CITY OF .,0+0� November 24, 2025 - 4:00 PM 1 East Main Street AjJJ3lJJ [t,4Annex Conference Rm 1 WASHINGTON 2nd Floor AGENDA CALL TO ORDER PUBLIC PARTICIPATION A. The Human Services Committee Meeting scheduled for Monday, November 24, 2025, at 4:00 p.m. will be held in person and virtually. Microsoft Teams Need help? Join the meeting now Meeting ID: 248 953 040 008 Passcode: AA2Tw5 Dial in by phone +1 509-530-1507,,207853047# United States, Spokane (509) 530-1507.,207853047# United States (Toll-free) Find a local number Phone conference ID: 207 853 047# For organizers: Meetina options Reset dial-in PIN ROLL CALL AGENDA MODIFICATIONS PUBLIC COMMENT This is the place on the agenda where the public is invited to speak to the Board on any issue. A. The public can participate in-person or submit written comments in advance. Participants can submit written comments via mail, fax, or email. All written comments must be received prior to 5:00 p.m. on the day before the scheduled meeting and must be 350 words or less. Please mail written comments to: City of Auburn Attn: Jody Davison, Human Services Manager 25 W Main St Auburn, WA 98001 Please fax written comments to: Attn: Jody Davison Fax number: 253-288-3132 Page 1 of 49 Email written comments to: jdavison©auburnwa.gov If an individual requires accommodation to allow for remote oral comment because of difficulty attending a meeting of the governing body, the City requests notice of the need for accommodation by 5:00 p.m. on the day before the scheduled meeting. Participants can request accommodation to be able to provide a remote oral comment by contacting the Human Services Department in person, by phone 253-876- 1965, or by email (jdavison@auburnwa.gov). B. Written communication received from Sound Generations PUBLIC HEARING ON THE PROPOSED AMENDMENT TO THE 2025 ANNUAL ACTION PLAN A. A public hearing to consider the proposed amendment to the 2025 Annual Action plan for the purpose of including an emergency food distribution activity. ANNOUNCEMENTS, REPORTS, AND PRESENTATIONS A. Q3 Human Services Committee Providers Report APPROVAL OF MINUTES A. Discussion and approval of the October 27th, Meeting Minutes. B. Discussion and Approval of the 2nd Amendment of the October 13th Special Meeting Minutes SCHEDULE FOR UPCOMING MEETINGS ADJOURNMENT Agendas and minutes are available to the public at the City Clerk's Office and on the City website (http://www.auburnwa.gov). Page 2 of 49 CITY OF J\I.JBU1R.ts4 AGENDA BILL APPROVAL FORM WASHINGGTTON Agenda Subject: Meeting Date: Written communication received from Sound Generations November 24, 2025 Department: Attachments: Budget Impact: Human Services 2025.11 - Thank you from Sound Generations Administrative Recommendation: Background for Motion: Background Summary: Councilmember: Staff: Page 3 of 49 From: Theresa Demeter To: Phirun Lath:Christina Alexander Cc: Kent Hay;Jody Davison;Carmen Goers:Jim Wigfall Subject: RE:Congratulations' Date: Friday,November 7,2025 1:17:44 PM Attachments: imaae002.ona The following message originated from outside the City of Auburn.Be careful opening links and attachments Hi Christina, I would like to add my thanks for this generous and much needed funding. While demand for services from older adults is increasing across King County, it is particularly true for South King County.This funding will go a long way to ensuring older adults can get to their medical appointments and other essential destinations to keep them healthy and living independently. Please share our sincere thanks with the Human Services Committee. Have a good weekend, Theresa 11.11. 1 Theresa Demeter (she/her) I Chief Programs Officer immig Sound Generations 12208 Second Ave. I Seattle, WA 98121 Theresadla'�soundaenerations.ora We are a multiservice nonprofit partnering with older adults to combat the inequities of GOLDEN GALA aging by providing accessible,essential,and inclusive services supporting people through The Game their life's journey. is Afoot At Sound Generations we believe that all racial and other social identities should be respected and affirmed. This email and any files transmitted withit are confidential and are intended solely for the use of the individual or entity to which they are addressed. This communication may contain material protected by HIPAA legislation (45 CFR,Parts 160&164)or by 42 CFR Part 2.If you are not the intended recipient,be advised that you have received this email in error and that any use,dissemination,forwarding,printing or copying of this email is strictly prohibited.If you have received this email in error,please notify the sender by reply email and destroy all copies of the original message. From: Phirun Lach<phirunl@soundgenerations.org> Sent: Friday, November 7, 2025 9:32 AM To: Christina Alexander<CAlexander@auburnwa.gov> Cc: Kent Hay<khay@auburnwa.gov>;Jody Davison<JDavison@auburnwa.gov>; Carmen Goers <carmen.goers@gmail.com>;Jim Wigfall <jimw@soundgenerations.org>;Theresa Demeter <theresad @soundgenerations.org> Page 4 of 49 Subject: Re: Congratulations! Good morning Christina, Thank you so much for sharing this wonderful news!We're truly grateful for the continued support and partnership with the City of Auburn.This funding will make a meaningful difference in helping us expand and strengthen our Volunteer Services program to better serve seniors and community members in need. Please extend our appreciation to the Human Services Committee for their confidence in our work. We're excited to continue collaborating and building on the positive impact we've created together. With gratitude and excitement, Phirun Lach uniimemmo Phirun Lach(he/him)I Director-Transportation Sound Generations 12208 Second Ave.,Suite 100 I Seattle,WA 98121 main: (206)448-5757 I direct: (206)268-6786 I ohirunl( soundgenerations.org We are a multiservice nonprofit partnering with older adults to combat the inequities of aging by providing accessible,essential,and inclusive services 4�^ANIMAL u supporting people through their life's journey GOLDEN GALA The At Sound Generations,we embrace the belief that racial and other social identities Game should be respected and affirmed. is Afoot From:Christina Alexander<CAlexander(a)auburnwa.eov> Sent:Tuesday, November 4, 2025 4:05 PM To: Phirun Lach <ohirunl a(�soundgenerations.org> Cc: Kent Hay<khav(@auburnwa.gov>;Jody Davison <JDavison(@auburnwa.gov>; Carmen Goers <carmen.goers(@gmail.com> Subject: Congratulations! EXTERNAL SENDER - Examine links closely before clicking on them and do not open unexpected attachments Good Afternoon Phirun, I'm pleased to share some exciting news!The Human Services Committee has selected Sound Generations Volunteer Services as recipient of the 2025-2026 Surplus Grant Funding. The total amount awarded is$17,833.This includes an additional$3,916.50 for quarters 3 and 4 of 2025. For the year 2026,Sound Generations Volunteer Services will receive an additional$2,500 per quarter(Quarters 1-4). Page 5 of 49 The City of Auburn greatly appreciates the ongoing hard work,dedication,and commitment that Sound Generations Volunteer Services provides to our seniors and community members.Your continued partnership plays an essential role in supporting the well-being and independence of those we serve. I will be sending the amended contract to Jim for review shortly. If you have any questions, please feel free to give me a call. Congratulations again and thank you for your valuable contributions to the Auburn community C/ristina Alexander CPS Anti-Homelessness Community Impact Coordinator City of Auburn 253-259-5346 calexander@auburnwa.aov "We may encounter many defeats but we must not be defeated"...Maya Angelou The information contained in this electronic communication is personal, privileged and/or confidential information intended only for the use of the individual(s) or entity(ies)to which it has been addressed. If you read this communication and are not the intended recipient,you are hereby notified that any dissemination, distribution or copying of this communication, other than delivery to the intended recipient is strictly prohibited. If you have received this communication in error, please immediately notify the sender by reply e-mail.Thank you. Page 6 of 49 CITY OF J\I.JBU1R.ts4 AGENDA BILL APPROVAL FORM WASHINGGTTON Agenda Subject: Meeting Date: A public hearing to consider the proposed amendment to the 2025 Annual November 24, 2025 Action plan for the purpose of including an emergency food distribution activity. Department: Attachments: Budget Impact: Human Services 2025 Amendment AAP - City of Auburn Administrative Recommendation: Background for Motion: Background Summary: Councilmember: Yolanda Trout-Manuel, Hanan Staff: Kent Hay Amer Page 7 of 49 CITY OF ./000A, um jRN WASHINGTON Amendment Number 1 (One) Annual Action Plan 2025 Amendment Annual Action Plan Page 1 of 34 Number 1 2025 OMB Control No:2506-0117(exp.09/30/2021) Page 8 of 49 Table of Contents AP-05 Executive Summary- 91.200(c), 91.220(b) 3 PR-05 Lead& Responsible Agencies - 91.200(b) 7 AP-10 Consultation- 91.100, 91.200(b), 91.215(1) 8 AP-12 Participation - 91.401, 91.105, 91.200(c) 15 AP-15 Expected Resources - 91.420(b), 91.220(c)(1,2) 20 AP-20 Annual Goals and Objectives - 91.420, 91.220(c)(3)&(e) 23 AP-35 Projects - 91.420, 91.220(d) 27 AP-50 Geographic Distribution - 91.420, 91.220(f) 29 AP-75 Barriers to affordable housing -91.420, 91.220(j) 29 AP-85 Other Actions - 91.420, 91.220(k) 31 AP-90 Program Specific Requirements - 91.420, 91.220(1)(1,2,4) 31 Amendment Annual Action Plan Page 2 of 34 Number 1 2025 OMB Control No:2506-0117(exp.09/30/2021) Page 9 of 49 AP-05 Executive Summary - 91.200(c), 91.220(b) Introduction Each year the City of Auburn executes specific actions to implement the goals and strategies of the Consolidated Plan. Actions that will be undertaken in 2025 are outlined in this Annual Action Plan. The City of Auburn anticipates the receipt of$584,178 in Community Development Block Grant (CDBG) funds. In addition to CDBG funds,the City is planning to allocate approximately$4M of City's General Funds toward addressing homelessness, affordable housing and economic development activities. The City's Human Services program oversees and is responsible for providing and managing financial resources to 24 non-profit agencies that serve the Auburn community, overseeing the City's Community Resource Center, working with the Auburn Food Bank, Ray of Hope Shelter and the City's street outreach team. Through these efforts the department develops and maintain collaborative relationships with community partners to strengthen the response to residents in need. The City is planning to apply for a Section 108 Loan to maximize its CDBG resources and fund the renovation of the recently acquired Auburn Resource Center building. This facility currently serves as the location for the food bank, day shelter, community court and the Auburn resource center, providing a vital space where vulnerable residents can access services and support. The proposed rehabilitation will help improve these services and create a more effective environment for individuals in need. The City is committed to continuing to focus on achieving equitable outcomes for its community members and achieving a greater collaboration among service providers. Overall, the implementation of the Consolidated Plan is progressing as planned and the primary activities included are underway. Summarize the objectives and outcomes identified in the Plan This Action Plan allocates an approximate total of$584,178 dollars in anticipated 2025 funds, to support the Community Development Block Grant program. With the overall goal of reducing the number of people living in poverty within the City of Auburn, the following objectives and outcomes will be employed: a) Affordable Housing: The City of Auburn will engage in housing activities,collaborations, and partnerships to enhance opportunities for(1)the creation and preservation of affordable housing, or(2)programs that help low-income households to achieve home ownership, or (3) prevents currently housed individuals from entering homelessness, or (4) transitions individuals from being homeless into stable housing. The City will plan for, and support Amendment Annual Action Plan Page 3 of 34 Number 1 2025 OMB Control No:2506-0117(exp.09/30/2021) Page 10 of 49 housing strategies and initiatives designed to increase access to housing and housing programs. b) Addressing Homelessness: The City of Auburn will support activities that work toward the following outcomes: 1} reduce the number of households becoming homeless; 2} reduce the length of time that households are homeless; 3} increase the rate of exits to permanent housing; and 4} reduce the number of households that re-enter the homeless system after exit to permanent housing 5}support an emergency food distribution program. c) Community and Economic Development: In an effort to meet the need of Auburn's economic and demographic growth the City intends to fund programs and activities that will enhance the economy,accessibility,safety,and physical appearance of neighborhoods. Activities that would be eligible for funding include housing through public services, public infrastructure and ADA improvements for public facilities, microenterprise assistance, and economic development activities. These investments help to ensure equitable opportunities for good health, happiness, safety, self-reliance and connection to community. d) Planning and Administration: Administer the Community Development Block Grant program to meet the community needs and HUD requirements. To accomplish these outcomes and objectives, the City invests in programs that meet the community basic needs, increase self-sufficiency, provide economic opportunity and develop a safe community. Summary of Citizen Participation Process and consultation process Citizen participation plays a crucial role in development of the Annual Action Plan. The goals are to hear the community's feedback and recommendations on how CDBG funds should be invested and how services can coordinate to achieve the greatest impact. As part of the Plan development,the City of Auburn solicited input on community needs,priorities, and potential strategies. Public input was gathered utilizing a variety of public engagement strategies, including public meetings, written comments, online surveys, information sharing on several webpages as well as engagement at community events and through the distribution of flyers city wide. The City's effort to reduce barriers to input included the creation and access to an online survey on a website that allowed the user to click a drop-down menu and self-select translation into more than 200 languages and by making interpretation services available during the public meeting and stakeholder interviews and focus groups and provided the opportunity for citizens to provide feedback through written surveys, public comment and through surveys. The City of Auburn in conjunction with the King County CDBG Consortium consulted with multiple public and private agencies during the development of the consolidated plan. Consultations occurred during regional meetings as well as in individual conversations. Agencies that participated in consultations regarding public services,and other topics relevant to the drafting Amendment Annual Action Plan Page 4 of 34 Number 1 2025 OMB Control No:2506-0117(exp.09/30/2021) Page 11 of 49 of the 2025 Annual Action Plan included: the South King Housing and Homelessness Partners, local legal assistance providers,other government human service providers and nonprofit agencies delivering services in Auburn and the sub-region. In addition to conducting consultations during the development of the plan, the City of Auburn collaborates and works closely with numerous coalitions, committees and government entities. In response to the meetings, hearings, surveys and other engagement efforts described above, community members shared feedback with the City on what they would like to see prioritized when determining how to invest CDBG funds.Below is a summary of key feedback received from public stakeholders. Summary of public comments Prioritization of Investment Areas • Investing in affordable housing solutions. • Addressing homelessness. • Assisting seniors, veterans and disabled populations. • Pursuing economic development opportunities. • Enhancing neighborhoods. Recommended Actions Identified During Citizen Input • Programs that support low-income homeowners with energy efficiency improvements to reduce overall housing cost. • Programs or policies that address the increasing rental costs in the community. • Support pre-apprenticeship programs that provide job training and build skills in repair and manufacturing trades. • Programs that support the growing homelessness crisis including programs that provide access to services & emergency housing. Summary of comments or views not accepted and the reasons for not accepting them All comments and views provided were taken into consideration during the Consolidated planning process. Any comments not accepted were deemed as offensive, inappropriate or had no relation to issues addressed in the Auburn Consolidated planning process. Summary Nothing Additional Evaluation of past performance During the past year Auburn has accomplished significant achievement on its programs and impacted the lives of thousands of residents. In 2024 alone,projects funded by the City completed the following: Amendment Annual Action Plan Page 5 of 34 Number 1 2025 OMB Control No:2506-0117(exp.09/30/2021) Page 12 of 49 • Apx. 65 very low- and low-income Auburn homeowners will have received housing repair services. Roughly 70% of these homeowners were seniors. • Apx. 60 low- to moderate-income Auburn residents received emergency subsistence supports for auburn residents at imminent risk of housing loss. • A sidewalk project was completed to support greater ADA accessibility for Auburn residents, with an estimated direct impact for about 500 residents. • Apx. 20 Businesses were assisted through economic development activities. • 221 individuals were able to access stable housing through direct outreach by city employees. • 1,544 people and 20 businesses benefitted from sidewalk improvements • 1,047 people benefited from services to end homelessness including subsistence payments • 437 individuals received emergency shelter Amendment Annual Action Plan Page 6 of 34 Number 1 2025 OMB Control No:2506-0117(exp.09/30/2021) Page 13 of 49 PR-05 Lead & Responsible Agencies - 91.200(b) Agency/entity responsible for preparing/administering the Consolidated Plan Describe agency/entity responsible for preparing the Consolidated Plan and those responsible for administration of each grant program and funding source. The following are the agencies/entities responsible for preparing the Consolidated Plan and those responsible for administration of each grant program and funding source. Agency Role Name 1 epartment/Agency Lead Agency Auburn Human Services Department CDBG Administrator Auburn Human Services Department HOME Administrator King County Department of Community and Human Services ESG Administrator King County Department of Community and Human Services Table 1 —Responsible Agencies Narrative The City of Auburn, as a member of the King County Consortium, administers its own CDBG funds and prepares its own Consolidated Plan and Annual Action Plans for the administration of those funds. As a member of the King County Consortium,the City works closely with nonprofit organizations in the region that implement programs funded by the City of Auburn CDBG program. A detailed list of agencies responsible for administering funded programs by CDBG can be found in the Action Plan section of this document. Annual Action Plan Public Contact Information uman Services Director n Services Manager Kent Hay Jody Davison 25 West Main Street 25 West Main Street Auburn, WA 98001 Auburn, WA 98001 khaygaauburnwa.gov jdavisongauburnwa.gov Amendment Annual Action Plan Page 7 of 34 Number 1 2025 OMB Control No:2506-0117(exp.09/30/2021) Page 14 of 49 AP-10 Consultation - 91.100, 91.200(b), 91.215(l) Introduction This section describes the community consultation process followed by the City of Auburn in developing the 2025 Annual Action Plan and the coordination with other local governments, the Continuum of Care, service agencies, and community stakeholders. The City of Auburn consulted with multiple public and private agencies as well as community members during the development of the 2025-2029 Consolidated Plan. In addition to conducting consultations during the development of the plan, the City of Auburn collaborates and works closely with numerous coalitions, committees, and government entities throughout the duration of the plan in efforts to enhance strategies and systems to meet established goals and objectives of the plan. Provide a concise summary of the jurisdiction's activities to enhance coordination between public and assisted housing providers and private and governmental health, mental health and service agencies (91.215(1)). The City of Auburn works closely with partnering King County jurisdictions, public housing authorities and health providers to develop systems to improve the quality of service and access for low-income residents as well as the community within the city and throughout the region. The City of Auburn participates in a variety of regional efforts designed to collaborate and address housing and homelessness in King County. This includes participating in the King and Pierce County Opioid Abatement Councils, South King Housing and Homelessness Partners (SKHHP), the King County Affordable Housing Committee (AHC), the Human Service Joint Planners Forum, South King County Mobility Management, the Auburn Roundtable, and South King County Regional Homelessness Committee. Additionally, the City of Auburn elected officials (Mayor and City Council) hold board positions on SKHHP as well as the King County Regional Homelessness Authority and the Affordable Housing Committee. These regular commitments result in numerous monthly convenings of policy makers and technical experts who are continuously working together to solve problems, share examples of success and pool resources. The City also regularly participates in meetings with staff from King County Department of Community and Human Services, Public Health King County, the Housing Development Consortium, Valley Cities, the Multi-Service Center, and the King County Housing Authority to review program progress and delivery of services funded through regional efforts. This regional collaboration work is supported by the South King Housing and Homelessness Partnership,which Auburn and other South King County Cities contribute to build additional capacity to address issues related to housing and homelessness in the South King County region. The above-described ongoing commitments to regional participation ensures that the City of Auburn is aware of emerging issues,priorities, strategies,legislation, and funding opportunities as they evolve in real time. These commitments to participation occur within the period of time that the Plan is developed as well as the intervening years of implementation of the strategic plan. Amendment Annual Action Plan Page 8 of 34 Number 1 2025 OMB Control No:2506-0117(exp.09/30/2021) Page 15 of 49 Describe coordination with the Continuum of Care and efforts to address the needs of homeless persons (particularly chronically homeless individuals and families, families with children,veterans, and unaccompanied youth) and persons at risk of homelessness. In 2019 the City of Auburn entered an interlocal agreement with 9 other South King County cities as well as King County itself called South King County Housing and Homelessness Partners (SKHHP). SKHHP's main purpose is to pool resources to address housing and homelessness issues in South King County. Each member pays into SKHHP which provides an operating budget that fund SKHHP staff and their program needs. Additionally, most members, including Auburn, have made a commitment to direct a portion of annual sales tax revenues to SKHHP to help build a capital fund that can be directed into acquisition and perseveration of affordable housing. The Mayor of Auburn serves as the Chair of the Executive Board,the City of Auburn serves as SKHHP administering agency (SKHHP staff are Auburn employees), and Auburn staff serve on SKHHP technical advisory group. The City of Auburn is in the process of acquiring a property and building for the purposes of providing a day shelter, overnight shelter, food bank, community court and human service hub. Operations of the Auburn Consolidated Resource Center will be fully funded by the City of Auburn using 100%local funds,yet it provides services to individuals who need housing, shelter and other services that do not reside in Auburn. In 2021,the newly created King County Regional Homelessness Authority(KCRHA)became our CoC lead agency and has worked to consolidate structures and contracts across King County and Seattle to create greater efficiency and maximize impact. In 2023,this work continued,and Auburn remained a partner in the work of the KCRHA.Auburn's mayor currently sits on the Governance Board of the Regional Homelessness Authority, and staff participate in bi-weekly meetings with KCRHA to collaborate and inform the work they are overseeing,particularly regarding subregional planning. Describe consultation with the Continuum(s) of Care that serves the jurisdiction's area in determining how to allocate ESG funds, develop performance standards for and evaluate outcomes of projects and activities assisted by ESG funds, and develop funding, policies and procedures for the operation and administration of HMIS The ESG program focuses on assisting people to quickly regain stability in permanent housing after experiencing homelessness or a housing crisis. The City of Auburn does not receive ESG funds directly. The City of Auburn partners with King County who agreed via an ILA that it is mutually desirable and beneficial to enter a consortium arrangement pursuant to and authorized by the Homeless Emergency Assistance and Rapid Transition to Housing Act of 2009, for purposes of the ESG and to cooperate in undertaking ESG activities. The County and the City are committed to targeting ESG and HOME Program funds to ensure benefit for very low to moderate-income persons as defined by HUD; and recognize that needs of very low to moderate-income persons may cross jurisdictional boundaries. Amendment Annual Action Plan Page 9 of 34 Number 1 2025 OMB Control No:2506-0117(exp.09/30/2021) Page 16 of 49 As part of the ILA, staff attend (and in alternating years maintain a voting seat) on the Joint Recommendations Committee. The JRC has the responsibility to review and recommend to the King County Executive all policy matters concerning the ESG program. McKinney-Vento funding for the ESG is allocated through a competitive process and administered by King County. They also review and recommend to the King County Executive the projects and programs to be undertaken with ESG funds. They monitor and ensure that for all geographic areas and participating jurisdictions that benefit from ESG programs funded activities over time, so far as is feasible considering eligible applications submitted within the goals, objectives, and strategies of the Consolidated Plan.Additionally, they monitor to ensure that equity in distribution of funds is pursuant to proportion of the region's low to moderate-income population and that equity is achieved over time pursuant to Consortium Guidelines adopted by the JRC. The Homeless Emergency Assistance and Rapid Transition to Housing Act(HEARTH Act)revised the Emergency Shelter Grants Program and renamed it the Emergency Solutions Grants (ESG) Program. The new name reflects the change in the program's focus from addressing the needs of homeless people in emergency shelters to assisting people to quickly regain stability in permanent housing after experiencing homelessness and/or a housing crisis. Amendment Annual Action Plan Page 10 of 34 Number 1 2025 OMB Control No:2506-0117(exp.09/30/2021) Page 17 of 49 Agencies, groups, organizations and others who participated in the process and consultations Table 2 —Agencies, groups, organizations who participated s niza . 'n y/Group/Organization Type I th: t-County What section of the Plan was addressed by Consultation? Housing Need Assessment/Homelessness Strategy/Homeless Needs - Chronically homeless/Homeless Needs-Families with children Homelessness Needs—Veterans/Homelessness Needs -Unaccompanied youth Non-Homeless Special Needs/Market Analysis Brieflydescribe how the Agency/Group/Organization As a member of the CountyHousingConsortium for the purpose of HOME King was consulted. What are the anticipated outcomes of funds,Auburn works closely with King County in the development of the City's and the consultation or areas for improved coordination? the County's Consolidated Plan,Because the two entities have a cardinal role in each other's program delivery there is active participation from both parties in the development of the plan, Staff from King County and Auburn met regularly prior to and during the development of the plan, and Auburn rotates as a regular voting member of the County's Joint Recommendations Committee. Amendment Annual Action Plan Page 11 of 34 Number 1 2025 OMB Control No:2506-0117(exp.09/30/2021) Page 18 of 49 Agency/Group/Organization Seattle-King County Coalition on Homelessness enc /Group/Or t anization T I e ServicesAarjaldin MIL _MEP What section of the Plan was addressed by Consultation? Housing Need Assessment/Lead based Pain Strategy Homelessness Needs -Chronically homeless/Homelessness Needs -Families with children Homelessness Needs—Veterans/Homelessness Needs -Unaccompanied youth Homelessness Strategy/Non-Homeless Special Needs Market Analysis/Anti-poverty Strategy Briefly describe how the Agency/Group/Organization was As members of the Urban County Consortium,Auburn and Kent staff worked consulted.What are the anticipated outcomes of the closely together during the development of the Consolidated Plan. Staff from consultation or areas for improved coordination? both cities attend monthly meetings to discuss human services and housing trends,needs, and progress on ongoing initiatives. Agency/Group/Organization City of Kent Agency/Group/Organization Type Other government-Local What section of the Plan was addressed by Consultation? Housing Need Assessment/Lead-based Paint Strategy/Homelessness Strategy/Homeless Needs-Chronically homeless/Homeless Needs - Families with children/Homelessness Needs—Veterans/Homelessness Needs-Unaccompanied youth/Non-Homeless Special Needs/Market Analysis/Anti-poverty Strategy How was the Agency/Group/Organization consulted and As members of the Urban County Consortium,Auburn and Kent staff worked what are the anticipated outcomes of the consultation or closely together during the development of the Consolidated Plan. Staff from areas for improved coordination? both cities attend monthly meetings to discuss human services and housing trends,needs, and progress on ongoing initiatives. Amendment Annual Action Plan Page 12 of 34 Number 1 2025 OMB Control No:2506-0117(exp.09/30/2021) Page 19 of 49 Agency/Group/Organization South King Housing and Homelessness Partners Agency/Group/Organization Type Other government—Local/Regional organization What section of the Plan was addressed by Consultation? Housing Need Assessment/Public Housing Needs Homelessness Needs-Chronically homeless/Homelessness Needs -Families with children/Homelessness Needs—Veterans/Homelessness Needs - Unaccompanied youth/Homelessness Strategy Briefly describe how the Agency/Group/Organization was South King Housing and Homelessness Partners (SKHHP)is a coalition formed consulted. What are the anticipated outcomes of the by an interlocal agreement between the jurisdictions of Auburn,Burien, consultation or areas for improved coordination? Covington,Des Moines, Federal Way,Kent,Maple Valley,Normandy Park, Renton,Tukwila, and King County. The agreement allows for South King County jurisdictions to work together and share resources to effectively address affordable housing and homelessness. This collaborative model is based on similar approaches used in Snohomish County,East King County, and other areas of the country. The purpose of the coalition is to increase the available options for South King County residents to access affordable housing and to preserve the existing affordable housing stock. Amendment Annual Action Plan Page 13 of 34 Number 1 2025 OMB Control No:2506-0117(exp.09/30/2021) Page 20 of 49 Identify any Agency Types not consulted and provide rationale for not consulting A wide range of groups and organizations participated in the process including public funders from Washington State and King County partner jurisdictions, public housing authorities, members from the Seattle-King County Housing Development Consortium, stakeholders,housing providers for low-and-moderate income persons,agencies who serve persons who are homeless, and Seattle- King County Public Health. In addition to the consultations referenced above, Auburn, King County and Consortium partner staff coordinate closely with each other and fan out to participate and attend a wide range of standing meetings with city planners, housing and service providers. The only types of organizations not consulted with were corrections facilities. The rationale for not consulting with these facilities is that the City does not host this type of organization. Other local/re'ional/state/federal •lannin efforts considered when s re I arin' the Plan Name of Plan Lead Organizati u I ow do the goals of your Strategic Pl. ith the goals of each plan? King County The goals of Auburn's Strategic Plan overlap with Continuum of Regional the goals of the CoC to address the needs of Care Homelessness homeless residents in the community and reduce Authority the risk of homelessness. Table 3 - Other local/regional/ federal planning efforts Amendment Annual Action Plan Page 14 of 34 Number 1 2025 OMB Control No:2506-0117(exp.09/30/2021) Page 21 of 49 AP-12 Participation - 91.401, 91.105, 91.200(c) Summary of citizen participation process/Efforts made to broaden citizen participation and how it impacts goal setting Citizen participation plays a crucial role in development of the City's Consolidated Plan.The goals are to hear the community's feedback and recommendations on how CDBG funds should be invested and how services can coordinate to achieve the greatest impact. As part of the Consolidated Plan development, the City of Auburn solicited input on community needs, priorities, and potential strategies. Public input was gathered utilizing a variety of public engagement strategies, including public meetings, written comments, online surveys and information sharing on several webpages as well as engagement at community events. The City's effort to reduce barriers to input included the creation and access to an online survey on a website that allowed the user to click a drop-down menu and self-select translation into more than 200 languages and by making interpretation services available during the public meeting and stakeholder interviews and focus groups and provided the opportunity for citizens to provide feedback through written surveys, public comment and through surveys. Amendment Annual Action Plan Page 15 of 34 Number 1 2025 OMB Control No:2506-0117(exp.09/30/2021) Page 22 of 49 Citizen Partici s ation Outreach Summar Sort Target of Summary of Summary of y of com URL (If Order Reach Outreach response/attendance comments received not ments applicable) ccepted Survey responses identified community perceptions of increasing human service From July 25,2024,to needs,particularly related to CLOSED housing stability, domestic General Public, August 23,2024,the violence, and food and All 2025-2029 Online Stakeholders Elected City conducted an emergency sheltering. accepted Consolidated 1 Survey leaders and residents of online survey to seek Respondents would like to Plan Public input into spending Input Survey the city of Auburn priorities from the see city prioritization of Speak Up residents of Auburn basic needs,homelessness Auburn prevention and housing stability,neighborhood safety and wellbeing, and health and dental care. Public Non-targeted Seattle Times 2 Notice/ Publication July 24, No Responses None Newspape (30 Day Comment 2024(30 day comment r Add Period) period) Email Subscribers of the City's 3 Comm weekly email update N/A No Responses None sent twice in one month Distributi Marginalized 4 on of N/A See Survey response above None Flyers Communities Amendment Annual Action Plan Page 16 of 34 Number 1 2025 OMB Control No:2506-0117(exp.09/30/2021) Page 23 of 49 Summar Sort Target of Summary of Summary of Y of com URL (If Order Reach Outreach response/attendance comments received not s applicable) accepted Community Development Speak up Auburn Block Grant 5 Online (CDBG) Sneak Non-targeted See Survey responses above None UB Auburn Content Content has been posted since June 1,2024 Human Services- City of Auburn On June 24,2024,the Comments were limited to Auburn City Council high level feedback from the held a public meeting City Council. All City Public Council members provided for the purposes of Meeting Elected City input on their initial introducing the process 6 Councilmembers and and schedule for priorities. While all None (City General Public. members had individual and Council) updating the unique priorities, affordable Consolidated Plan. housing and homelessness were common amongst all members. On October 28,2024, the Auburn City Council held an open public Limited to feedback from Public meeting for the purposes elected Councilmembers. Meeting Elected City of receiving a briefing During this public meeting 7 Councilmembers and on the citizen input that affordable housing and None (City public has been received thus homelessness were Council) far and the themes that highlighted as recurring were emerging and that would influence the themes or priority. goals of the Consolidated Plan. Amendment Annual Action Plan Page 17 of 34 Number 1 2025 OMB Control No:2506-0117(exp.09/30/2021) Page 24 of 49 Summar Sort Target of Summary of Summary of y of com URL (If Order Reach Outreach response/attendance comments received not s applicable) accepted On August 19,2024, October 28,2024,and Citizen Comments received Public January 27,2025,the Hearing Human Services Human Services regarding the prioritization 8 Committee and General Committee held public and spending of CDBG None (Human Public hearings to receive resources. The Council Svc.) feedback in the reviewed survey results and development and draft citizen spending priorities of the Consolidated Plan Kent,Federal Way, 9 Email Consortium Cities Bellevue,King County None None December 30th 2024 The Human Services 30-day comment period Seattle Times/Auburn committee received one Public Draft Plan(s) Reporter comment from a service 10 Notice provider inquiring about None January 1,2025,to whether Economic January 31,2025 Development would be included as a priority On April28t'`,2025,the 04-28-2025 Public Auburn City Council Study Session held an open public Meeting_ • Meeting Elected City Council meeting for the purpose Agendas and 11 Members and Public No Public Comments None of receiving a briefing Minutes -City (City on draft Consolidated of Auburn, Council) Plan and draft Annual WA• Action Plan. CivicClerk Amendment Annual Action Plan Page 18 of 34 Number 1 2025 OMB Control No:2506-0117(exp.09/30/2021) Page 25 of 49 Summar Sort Target of Summary of Summary of Y of com URL (If Order Reach Outreach response/attendance comments received I not s applicable) accepted On May 5,2025,the OS OS 2025 City Council Auburn City Council Meeting• Public Elected City Council held a public hearing for Hearing Members and General Agendas and 12 the purpose of hearing No public Comments None Minutes -City(City Public Council) citizen input on the draft of Auburn, Consolidated Plan and WA• Annual Action Plan CivicClerk Table 4—Citizen Participation Outreach Amendment Annual Action Plan Page 19 of 34 Number 1 2025 OMB Control No:2506-0117(exp.09/30/2021) Page 26 of 49 AP-15 Expected Resources 91.420(b), 91.220(c)(1,2) Introduction and Anticipated Resources The City of Auburn anticipates funding for the duration of the Consolidated Plan from CDBG and City of Auburn General Fund Allocation for Human Services. Anticipated Resources' Source it ails r 1 Expected Program of Uses of Funds Remainder Narrative Descriptio Funds Annual rogram Year 1 Total: $ of Con Allocation: $ Income_,Jrior Itesources: Plan Al Resources anticipated based on 2024 estimated entitlement.Funds to be directed into(1)programs, initiatives,services,partnerships that focus on creation,preservation Acquisition and/or access to affordable housing, Admin and and(2)programs,initiatives, Planning services,partnerships and other Economic efforts that support the City's desire CDBG public- Development Apx. 0 Apx. Apx. Apx. to own and operate a day and night federal Housing $584,178/yr. $625,070.38 $584,178 $2,920,890 shelter,provide needed services to Public those experiencing homelessness,to Improvements provide needed services to those Public Services who are at risk of experiencing homelessness,and/or to provide service and support to those who are exiting homelessness as well as other homelessness nreventions and basic necessities services. 1 Based on expenditures from 2024 Amendment Annual Action Plan Page 20 of 34 Number 1 2025 OMB Control No:2506-0117(exp.09/30/2021) Page 27 of 49 Expected Amount Available Year 1 Expected Source Annual Program Prior Total: Amount Allocation: Income: Year $ Available Pro.ram of Uses of Funds Narrative Description Fund $ $ Resou Remainder rces: $ of Con Plan i $ Anticipated general fund General Public- Public Services City Apx. Apx. Apx. allocation to human services Fund local funded programs& $3,128,668 0 0 $3,128,668 $15,643,340 in the community across Initiatives various programs and initiatives Public- Public Services City Anticipated use of existing General Apx. Apx. local& Funded Programs& Apx. $373,906 0 0 ARPA&Opioid Settlement fund 906 $1,869,530 Initiatives $373, ,869,530 funds Total Apx. Apx. $4,771,633 $20,433,760 Table 5 - Expected Resources—Priority Table Amendment Annual Action Plan Page 21 of 34 Number 1 2025 OMB Control No:2506-0117(exp.09/30/2021) Page 28 of 49 Explain how federal funds will leverage those additional resources(private,state and local funds), including a description of how matching requirements will be satisfied The City of Auburn relies on CDBG funds to support activities in efforts to support low to moderate income populations in the community primarily in the areas of affordable housing and homelessness. However, CDBG funds are not the only source of funds the City uses to support public services and community projects and activities. The City's general funds are used to support public services in addition to CDBG funds. CDBG funds do not require matching funds. Historically,federal funds have been used to create and maintain a Housing Home Repair program that has typically served between 60 and 70 low-income households per year. This program provides needed repairs to restore such basic needs as hot and/or running water and heat as well as fixing leaky roofs, installing ADA ramps and bathroom fixtures, and replacing broken windows and doors. It is important to emphasize that this program would likely have never been launched had it not been for federal funding support. This highly successful program has expanded over the years and has led to additional local funding support to ensure that the City is was to support more repairs and serve more vulnerable households. The City is now ready to embark upon an effort to make this program fully funded by local dollars and to now use federal funds to help support other community needs. The City is hopeful to use federal funds to seed another successful program that will serve low-income households or those who are experiencing homelessness. If appropriate, describe publicly owned land or property located within the state that may be used to address the needs identified in the plan CDBG funds do not require matching funds. If appropriate,describe publicly owned land or property located within the jurisdiction that may be used to address the needs identified in the plan n/a Discussion The City of Auburn will explore possibilities to utilize publicly owned land to address needs identified in the consolidated plan. The City is engaged in investing $6 million dollars to buy a commercial property that it has been leasing for the last 5 years. This property houses the City operated day and night shelter, food bank, community court, resource hub, and non-profit tenants that provide various types of services. The City intends to further build out this property to provide additional community services that target low-income populations. Amendment Annual Action Plan Page 22 of 34 Number 1 2025 OMB Control No:2506-0117(exp.09/30/2021) Page 29 of 49 AP-20 Annual Goals and Objectives - 91.420, 91.220(c)(3)&(e) Goals Summary Information Sort Goal Name Start En Category Geographi Needs Funding Goal Outcome Indicator Order — Year Year c Area Addressed Affordable Access to, CDBG: Housing and Apx. Public Service Activities for $0 low/moderate income clientele(60/yr Public availability of Affordable 2025 2029 Housing City of Affordable City Funding: people/30 households/yr)(300 for Housing Homeless Auburn Housing/ Apx: con-plan length) Non-Homeless Housing $690,000 ASpecial Needs Stability 33,$ Total: 33450,000 Amendment Annual Action Plan Page 23 of 34 Number 1 2025 OMB Control No:2506-0117(exp.09/30/2021) Page 30 of 49 Public Facility or Infrastructure for Low/Moderate Income Housing Benefit: Interruptions resulting in a loss of housing that would lead to homelessness(90 persons/yr-45 households/yr)(450 persons for con- plan length 225 households for con- plan length),or migrate a person from shelter into stable housing through access to the Auburn Resource Center (200 persons/yr or 1000 for con-plan length),Facility update to the ARC (312/yr- 1,560 persons for con plan CDBG: length—312/yr families) Apx. $495,579/yr Homeless Person Overnight Reducing Shelter: shelter services through city Addressing 2025 2029 Homelessness City of Homelessnes City Funding: funded programs(300 persons/yr or Homelessness Auburn s Apx: 3600 for con-plan length) $3,088,253/yr Homeowner Housing Rehabilitated: Apx.Total: (65/yr households or 325 for con-plan $3,583,832/yr length) Other: Downpayment rent assistance to prevent homelessness(90 families (con-plan length)or 18/yr) Conduct a study to determine the possible location of a Tiny Village to house senior and/or homeless veterans in the City of individuals benefit from housing through the creation of the village)(10/yr or 50 con-plan length) Amendment Annual Action Plan Page 24 of 34 Number 1 2025 OMB Control No:2506-0117(exp.09/30/2021) Page 31 of 49 Goal Name Start End Category Geographi Needs Funding Goal Outcome Indicator Year Year c Area Addressed Emergency Food Distribution: (2025 Amendment) Provide short-term food assistance to Auburn residents as needed.Expected outcomes: (1.333 people in total/667 households in total for a 3-month period from the beginning of the food program to the end) Non Homeless Acquisition or improvement of one Community& Special Needs City of Community distressed property. Public amenities Economic 2025 2029 Non-Housing Auburn &Economic CDBG: $0 in improvement in a qualified census Development Community Development tract(400/yr or 2,000 people con-plan Development length) Planning and 2025 2029 Administration NA CDBG:Apx. Program Administration Costs Administration $116,835.60 Table 6—Goals Summary oal Name Affordable Housing Goal Description The City of Auburn will engage in housing activities, collaborations, and partnerships to enhance opportunities for (1) the creation and preservation of affordable housing, or (2) programs that help low- income households to achieve home ownership, (3) prevents currently housed individuals from entering homelessness, or (4) transitions individuals from being homeless into stable housing. The City will plan for and sus s ort strate:ies and initiatives deli:ned to increase access to housin. and housin: s ro. ams. Goal Name Addressing Homelessness Goal Description The City of Auburn will support activities that work toward the following outcomes: 1} reduce the number of households becoming homeless; 2} reduce the length of time that households are homeless; 3} increase the rate of exits to permanent housing; and 4} reduce the number of households that re-enter the homeless system after exit to permanent housing,.-5}support an emergency food distribution program if necessary. Amendment Annual Action Plan Page 25 of 34 Number 1 2025 OMB Control No:2506-0117(exp.09/30/2021) Page 32 of 49 Goal Name Community&Economic Development Goal Description The City of Auburn City Council, designated downtown as a blighted area due to aging infrastructure and properties.Downtown is also located within a qualified census tract.Opportunities exist for acquisition and enhancement and investment in public spaces within downtown Auburn that have the potential to reverse the impact of bli.ht. IGoal NameP Panning and Administration Goal Description General administration and project management. Amendment Annual Action Plan Page 26 of 34 Number 1 2025 OMB Control No:2506-0117(exp.09/30/2021) Page 33 of 49 AP-35 Projects - 91.420, 91.220(d) Introduction Auburn's Annual Action Plan provides descriptions of proposals of how funds will be prioritized to achieve goals identified in the Consolidated Plan. Projects funded by the City will address the priority needs of aiding prevent homelessness, ensure affordable housing and a suitable living environment. Projects and programs are selected through a competitive application process to ensure optimal quality services is provided to the community in use of the funds. I# Project Name 1 Tiny Village Development Study AI 2 Public Facility Improvement 3 Home Repair Program 4 Downpayment Assistance 5 Rent Assistance 6 Service Providers—addressing affordable housing 7 Planning and Administration 8 Emergency Food Assistance Table 7—Project Information Describe the reasons for allocation priorities and any obstacles to addressing underserved needs The allocations proposed are based on the assessment of Auburn's needs, the resources available in the region, the availability of other funds also focusing on needs, and the purpose of Consolidated Plan funds. Should CDBG revenues exceed the proposed amount, the additional resources shall be allocated in accordance with the following guidelines: • Fill gaps in human services primarily healthcare,homeless prevention and intervention and affordable housing accessibility. • Increase funding for community development projects and activities including housing, community facilities and economic development. • Funding for rehabilitation for the Auburn Resource Center If increases are not significant enough to enhance projects or activities funds may be placed in contingency for programming later in the year or the following program year. Should CDBG revenues come in lower than anticipated; the City will continue with its planned policy and to the extent allowed reduce funding allocations in homeowner rehabilitation projects and administrative activities. Amendment Annual Action Plan Page 27 of 34 Number 1 2025 OMB Control No:2506-0117(exp.09/30/2021) Page 34 of 49 Should CDBG revenues come in less than originally proposed, the City will continue managing the programs with decreased resources to the extent possible and reduce funding allocations in administrative activities and not public services. Amendment Annual Action Plan Page 28 of 34 Number 1 2025 OMB Control No:2506-0117(exp.09/30/2021) Page 35 of 49 AP-50 Geographic Distribution - 91.420, 91.220(f) Description of the geographic areas of the entitlement (including areas of low-income and minority concentration) where assistance will be directed The City of Auburn intends on distributing funds throughout the jurisdiction. Geographic Distribution Target Area * Percentage of Funds City of Auburn 100% Table 8 - Geographic Distribution Rationale for the priorities for allocating investments geographically Because all areas of Auburn have low to moderate income families dispersed throughout the entire City, the City intends on investing throughout the entire jurisdiction to ensure that all populations throughout the region have access to beneficial programs and housing opportunities. Discussion None AP-75 Barriers to affordable housing -91.420, 91.220(j) Introduction The City of Auburn will continue to work with service providers, the housing authority and residents in coordination to fully address and develop systems and strategies to promote their efforts in providing sustainable, affordable housing. Auburn's partnerships with organizations such as the King County Housing Authority, South King Housing and Homelessness Partners, and the Housing Development Consortium of Seattle King County have allowed the City to explore new and innovative strategies to continue to offer affordable housing to its current and prospective residents. Actions it planned to remove or ameliorate the negative effects of public policies that serve as barriers to affordable housing such as land use controls,tax policies affecting land,zoning ordinances, building codes, fees and charges, growth limitations, and policies affecting the return on residential investment Auburn's Housing Action Plan focuses on encouraging construction of additional affordable and market rate housing in a greater variety of housing types and at prices that are accessible to a Amendment Annual Action Plan Page 29 of 34 Number 1 2025 OMB Control No:2506-0117(exp.09/30/2021) Page 36 of 49 greater variety of incomes, including strategies aimed at the for-profit single-family home market. The Housing Action Plan aims to address the following four goals: A. Encourage market rate development in Downtown Auburn: more development and denser development B. Encourage the development of below-market workforce housing in Downtown Auburn C. Encourage the development of middle housing types in R-5 and R-7 Zones in the Study Area D. Prevent displacement and encourage the preservation of existing affordable housing The final Housing Action Plan was adopted by Auburn City Council on July 6, 2021. The City will continue its work in implementing strategies identified in the Housing Action Plan in 2023 and through the remainder of the Consolidated Plan period. In 2020 the City of Auburn passed an ordinance adopting a new chapter of Rental Housing Code. Included in this ordinance were multiple housing stability strategies, including increased notice of rental increases, a cap on late fees, and a Just Cause Eviction Ordinance that requires landlords to have good cause to evict or terminate tenancy of a renter. Just Cause protections are especially helpful in addressing housing issues,and this adoption was consistent with the City's efforts related to the Analysis of Impediments. This builds on previous protections passed by Auburn City Council, including Source of Income Discrimination protections and enhanced rental inspections. Auburn staff have been involved in local and regional policy conversations exploring opportunities to further support anti-displacement efforts and reduce barriers to affordable housing development within our jurisdiction. In 2022, the City of Auburn funded Public Services utilizing CDBG funds, consistent with the findings and goals of the City's adopted Analysis of Impediments. The City also continues to support proactive landlord and tenant education through outreach and web-based resource supports. The City of Auburn has already enacted the following regulations: 1. Low-income multifamily tax exemption program 2. Fee reductions and waivers for low-income housing 3. Construction sales tax rebate for low-income housing 4. Adopted the national healthy housing standards 5. Adopted a just cause eviction ordinance 6. Implemented a rental housing licensing program to identify all Auburn rental units and obtain a certain life safety inspection Discussion NA Amendment Annual Action Plan Page 30 of 34 Number 1 2025 OMB Control No:2506-0117(exp.09/30/2021) Page 37 of 49 AP-85 Other Actions - 91.420, 91.220(k) Introduction The City of Auburn will continue to work with service providers throughout the region in coordination to develop systems and strategies to promote their efforts in providing optimal,easily accessible services. The City will work to reduce the number of families in poverty, sustain relationships with employment training agencies, and work to preserve and increase the affordable housing stock in our community. Actions planned to address obstacles to meeting underserved needs By establishing a strong foundation of networks between local service providers, stakeholders and government agencies through committees and coalitions, the City will work in partnership to address obstacles and ameliorate barriers to meeting underserved needs. The collaborated organizations will develop detailed strategic plans that will delegate tasks, build systems and ongoing assessment of service delivery. Actions planned to foster and maintain affordable housing The City will continue to maintain the affordability of decent housing for low-income Auburn residents by fully funding the City's Housing Repair Program with local funds. The program provides emergency repairs necessary to maintain safe housing for at least 60 Auburn homeowners per year, many of whom are senior citizens and/or are experiencing barriers to safely accessing their homes due to physical disabilities. In addition to Auburn's Housing Repair program, the City will maintain affordable housing by continuing to engage and partner with coalitions, committees and other government agencies to integrate and enhance efforts on the issue. Auburn has been participating in multiple robust regional efforts to coordinate affordable housing activities in King County. One of these efforts, The South King Housing and Homelessness Partners (SKHHP) is a coalition formed by an interlocal agreement between the jurisdictions of Auburn, Burien, Covington, Des Moines, Federal Way, Kent, Normandy Park, Renton, Tukwila, and King County. The agreement allows for South King County jurisdictions to work together and share resources in order to effectively address affordable housing and homelessness. This collaborative model is based on similar approaches used in Snohomish County, East King County, and other areas of the country. The purpose of the coalition is to increase the available options for South King County residents to access affordable housing and to preserve the existing affordable housing stock. Additionally, the City of Auburn has been an active participant in the recently formed Affordable Housing Committee of the Growth Management Planning Council (GMPC), with a City Councilmember sitting on the Committee as a voting member.The Affordable Housing Committee serves as a regional advisory body to recommend action and assess progress toward implementing the Regional Affordable Housing Task Force (RAHTF) Five Year Action Plan. The Committee functions as a point in coordinating and owning accountability for affordable housing efforts across King County. Amendment Annual Action Plan Page 31 of 34 Number 1 2025 OMB Control No:2506-0117(exp.09/30/2021) Page 38 of 49 Actions planned to reduce lead-based paint hazards The City of Auburn includes language in its CDBG contracts that require agencies/contractors to comply with HUD Lead-Based Paint Regulations (24 CFR Part 35) issued pursuant to the Lead- Based Paint Poisoning Prevention Act (42 U.S.C. Sections 4831, et seq.). This requirement prohibits the use of lead-based paint whenever CDBG funds are used. In addition,the City notifies residents of potential lead-based paint hazards when it awards a Housing Repair grant.A copy of the pamphlet— "Protect Your Family from Lead In Your Home" is provided each Housing Repair client when the City conducts the initial inspection of their home. The city takes additional measures when the age of the home indicates a possible presence of lead- based paint. Before housing repair work commences,the city contracts with a certified provider to undertake lead paint testing.When lead-based hazards are positively identified,the city works with the housing repair client and contractors certified in RRP Lead Abatement to implement the necessary mitigation and safety strategies. Actions planned to reduce the number of poverty-level families The City of Auburn's planned actions to reduce the number of poverty- level families within the context of this Annual Action Plan include but are not limited to: • Participate and partner with coalitions, committees and agencies that provide antipoverty services to develop and enhance strategies and efforts to reduce poverty level families • Supporting the development and sustainability of affordable multi-family housing in Auburn • In addition, the city will continue to support and fund programs serving families living in poverty through a competitive human services funding process. Actions planned to develop institutional structure The City's planned actions to address the gaps and weaknesses identified in the strategic plan include: • Maintaining partnerships with and participating in the South King County Housing and Homelessness Partnership, All Home of King County and other regional human service providers, coalitions and committees who address homeless issues. The City will also continue to work collaboratively with partnering organizations and groups to integrate and enhance services to provide optimal services to individuals and families currently experiencing or at risk of homelessness. In addition, the City plans to allocate $250,000 to emergency shelters and homelessness intervention services, and more than $60,000 to emergency services such as food, financial assistance, clothing and healthcare. • Take a comprehensive approach to consolidated and comprehensive planning to include all internal City departments, commissions, committees and task forces. Actions planned to enhance coordination between public and private housing and social service agencies The City of Auburn has heavily contributed and intends to continue cultivating relationships between public and private housing and social service agencies. In addition,the City will continue Amendment Annual Action Plan Page 32 of 34 Number 1 2025 OMB Control No:2506-0117(exp.09/30/2021) Page 39 of 49 to participate in collaborations with the South King County Forum on Homelessness, the South King County Council of Human Services, Seattle-King County Housing Development Consortium and the King County Joint Planners Meeting. In 2016 the City of Auburn started participating in Affordable Housing Week through the Housing Development Consortium along with other public and private housing agencies in King County to continue our partnerships in providing affordable housing in the region. The City will continue its participation in this annual event and look for other similar opportunities to raise build partnerships to support the preservation and enhanced affordability of housing in our community. Discussion The expressed goal of the City's Consolidated Plan is to reduce the number of people living in poverty within Auburn. The City intends to give funding priority to programs that in addition to complying with federal regulations and address a priority and outlined in the Consolidated Plan are consistent with all of the goals and objectives identified. Amendment Annual Action Plan Page 33 of 34 Number 1 2025 OMB Control No:2506-0117(exp.09/30/2021) Page 40 of 49 AP-90 Program Specific Requirements - 91.420, 91.220(l)(1,2,4) Introduction The City of Auburn does not anticipate receiving any program income during the 2025 Annual Action Plan year. Community Development Block Grant Program (CDBG) Reference 24 CFR 91.220(1)(1) Projects planned with all CDBG funds expected to be available during the year are identified in the Projects Table. The following identifies program income that is available for use that is included in projects to be carried out. The total amount of program income that will have been received before the start $0 of the next program year and that has not yet been reprogrammed The amount of proceeds from section 108 loan guarantees that will be used during the year to address the priority needs and specific objectives identified in the $0 grantee's strategic plan The amount of surplus funds from urban renewal settlements $0 The amount of any grant funds returned to the line of credit for which the $0 planned use has not been included in a prior statement or plan. IliThe amount of income from float-funded activities $0 Total Program Income $0 Discussion N/A Other CDBG Requirements 1. The amount of urgent need activities (in dollars)Apx. $5,000,000 2. The estimated percentage of CDBG funds that will be used for activities that benefit persons of low and moderate income Overall Benefit—A consecutive period of one, two or three years may be used to determine that a minimum overall benefit of 70% of CDBG funds is used to benefit persons of low and moderate income. Specify the years covered that include this Annual Action Plan. Amendment Annual Action Plan Page 34 of 34 Number 1 2025 OMB Control No:2506-0117(exp.09/30/2021) Page 41 of 49 CITY OF J\I.JBU1R.ts4 AGENDA BILL APPROVAL FORM WASHINGGTTON Agenda Subject: Meeting Date: Q3 Human Services Committee Providers Report November 24, 2025 Department: Attachments: Budget Impact: Human Services 2025 Q3 Perforamnce Report Administrative Recommendation: Background for Motion: Background Summary: Councilmember: Staff: Page 42 of 49 2025 Q3 Human Services Providers Performance Report Quarterly Amount Per Qterly Qterly. SU1- SU1 SU2- SU2 SU2 I SU3- SU3 SU4- SU4 Annual One Time Annual YTD SU1 SU1Qtr SU2 SU3 SU3Qtr SU4 SU4Qtr Name Funding Paid Amount Resident Per Res. Res. Annual Qtr Annual Qtr. Qtr. Annual Qtr. Annual Qtr. Type of Service Funding Funding Resident Residents YTD Actual YTD YTD Actual YTD Actual Amount Quarter _ Goal Actual Goal Goal _ Goal Goal Actual Goal Goal _ Goal Goal Asian Counseling $ 10,000 $ 2,500 $ 2,500 $ 416.67 42 72 10 6 147 1445 37 565 mo.11/13/25 email and asked for clarification of report.Is the 565 minutes or sessions.Why the dramatic drop from Q1 at 64 but then drops to 2 for Q2 and 6 for Q3? Adult Day Care days=(37 hours/6 people=6.16 hours/3=2.05 hours per month,per person each Auburn Respite $ 10,000 $ 2,500 $ 2,500 $ 416.67 33 24 8 6 240 187 60 37 month fora mo.Program allows duplication of resident count CCS-Emergency Svc $ 10,000 $ (7,833) $ - $ - #DIV/0! 12 0 3 0 x x x x x x x x Program Closed CCS K&R House $ 10,000 $ 2,500 $ 2,500 $ 1,250.00 8 8 2 2 164 575 593 134 94 83 23 19 Bed Night/No report as of 11/13 CCS VSP $ 10,000 $ 2,500 $ 2,500 $ 1,250.00 17 22 4 2 735 777 184 230 Home Visit minutes(230 minutes/2 people=1 hr.55 minutes/3 mo.=38.3 minutes per mo. Childrens Home Society AKA $ 10,000 $ 2,500 $ 2,500 $ 10.68 320 932 80 234 150 506 38 200 Basic Needs Distribution(Household)Supported 52 Auburn households.Not sure about SU1? Akin 11/13/25-Emailed Director requesting a meeting to clarify report numbers? SU1=Check up Visit:SU2=Treatment Visits:SU3=Supplies.(92 residents came for treatment visits Christ Com.Free Dental $ 10,000 $ 5,000 $ 2,500 $ 2,500 $ 25.00 232 233 58 100 175 191 44 92 32 42 8 8 53 42 13.3 42 to treat ongoing issues):SU3=Hygiene Kits(42 individuals came into receive kits)Goal is reached by combining both kits and dental checkups. Crisis Connection-Teen $ 10,000 $ 2,500 $ 2,500 $ 104.17 70 365 17 24 41 90 10 24 11 25 2.75 0 11 275 2.75 0 SU1=Contact including calls,chat and texts:SU2=Where to turn for teens book:SU3=Individuals (SU1=24 individuals made contact with the crisis line/3 mo=8 residents per month for 3 months. SU1=60 Min Legal advice;SU2=Info&Referral,60 min;For SU1=13 visits x 60 minutes=780 East Side Housing Stability $ 10,000 $ 2,500 $ 2,500 $ 312.50 10 28 2 8 13 3, 4 20 13 5 4 minutes/8 residents=97.5minutes per resident(32.4 minutes per person per month);For SU2 4 Auburn residents receviod a referral with no legal advice. Fusion $ 10,000 $ 2,500 $ 2,500 $ 357.14 56 45 14 7 21 s 14 60 min housing counseling(21 residents x 60 minutes of counseling=1,260 minutes/14 people=90 minutes per resident or 1.5 hours per resident Health Point Dental $ 10,000 $ 2,500 $ 2,500 $ 1.46 13 5160 3 1707 33 8118 8 2601 Dental Care Appointment Health Point Medical $ 10,000 $ 2,500 $ 2,500 $ 0.48 10 15620 3 5233 25 22794 7 7618 Medical Care Appointments Navigation,Long Term Placement,Long Term Placement,financial Aid,Training,Case Mgmt. Housing Connector $ 25,000 $ 6,250 $ 6,250 $ 41.67 689 560 172 150 267 199 60 41 iia 10.3 16 5 13 9.5 1 38 9 17 16 (SU1=Household)(SU2=Household longterm housing 59%AMI&below)(SU3=Household who achieve longterm housing 60%AMI+)(SU4=Household who received financial mitigation)(SU5=#of direct service non-profits who participate in online training) Orion $ 50,000 $ 12,500 $ 12,500 $ 1,562.50 15 32 4 8 153. 4 8 11 23 3 4 SU1=Individuals who receive case management:SU2=Residents are supported in placement services Sound Gen.Meals $ 20,000 $ 5,000 $ 5,000 $ 227.27 7 136 2 22 2200 23675 550 8021 SU1=Meals Delivered(22 Auburn Residents received apx.364 meals per person/3 months=121 meals delivered per month) SU1=One Way Trip(with one person),SU2=Miles Driven:Trips per perso=38;Miles per person 757; Sound VolunteerTransp. $ 10,000 $ 7,833 $ 4,458.25 $ 2,500 $ 2,229.13 15 31 4 2 164 282 41 76 1930 4869 483 1514 trips per month per person 12.67;miles per month per person 252.33 with an average trip length of 20 miles per trip. St.Stephen Housing $ 30,000 $ 7,500 $ 7,500 $ 170.45 15 117 4 44 966 2982 424 1077 15 44 4 5 5 33 1 9 SU1=Bed Night;SU2=Individual;SU3=FinanaalAid:(SU1=1077/4=269.25 bed nights per quarter. 269.25/44=6.12 bed nights per quarter or 6.1 bed nights per quarter. YMCA Arcadia $ 100,000 $ 25,000 $ 25,000 $ 1,562.50 40 42 10 16 900 1111 225 420 100 165 25 64 500 627 125 269 SU1=Drop in Shelter Visit,SU2=One to One Case Management,SU3=Shelter Bed Night(bed nights per person 269/16 people=16.8 bed nights per person.With each person participating in at least 4 counseling sessions).SU1=all drop in or check in's from people who state they are from Auburn. SU1=60 Mintue Case Management Sessions:47 non duplicated people from Q1 partcipated in 75(60 YWCA Aub.Perm.Sup. minute)sessions in the 3rd quarter.Each person received 1.6 hours of case management over a 3 Housing $ 30,000 $ 7,500 $ 7,500 #DIV/0! 40 47 10 0 400 220 75 75 They reached resident goal in Q1 month period.Breakdown per person 1.6 sessions over 3 months=each person recieved apx 53 minutes per month in caes management services. Valley Cities Counseling $ 10,000 $ 2,500 $ 1,000 $ 625.00 40 12 10 4 40 12 10 4 40 12 10 4 Financial Aid,Case Management(4 auburn residents each received$250.00)Well below performance expectations. SU1=Case Management/SU2=Individuals reacing Housing stability/SU3=Adults employed after Vine Maple Place $ 100,000 $ 150,000 $ 62,500 $ 91,667 $ 165.34 545 1298 137 378 123 534 192 147 367 372 92 139 120 146 30 34 exiting the program(38.9%of participants received case management(these are the adults))(36.8% achieved housing stability)(9%exited the program with employment) SU1=1 item:SU2=Number of bundles distributed(SU1=each resident received 69 items over the West Side Baby $ 10,000 $ 2,500 $ 2,500 $ 23.15 640 489 160 108 18000 27920 4500 7530 80 716 20 180 course of 3 months)or 23.24 items per month(SU2=each family received 1.66 bundles over three months) Auburn Food Bank$ $ 75,000 $ 39,000 $ 18,750 $ 18,750 $ 234.38 275 241 69 80 275 241 69 80 Assistance SU1=Financial Aid given.(80 families each received financial aid at apx.$400 per family) YMCA Eviction Prevention $ 100,000 $ (100,000) $ - 0 Program Closed The Auburn Food Bank- Night $ 130,000 $ 32,500 $ 32,500 $ 7.48 17376 4344 Bed Nights The Auburn Food Bank-Day $ 180,000 $ 45,000 1$ 45,000 $ 9.43 19080 4770 $ 680,000 $ 94,000 $ 181,958 $ 207,667 Page 43 of 49 CITY OF J\I.JBU1R.ts4 AGENDA BILL APPROVAL FORM WASHINGGTTON Agenda Subject: Meeting Date: Discussion and approval of the October 27th, Meeting Minutes. November 24, 2025 Department: Attachments: Budget Impact: Human Services 2025.10.27 Minutes Administrative Recommendation: Background for Motion: Background Summary: Councilmember: Staff: Page 44 of 49 Human Services Committee Regular Meeting CITY OF * * October 27, 2025 - 4:00 PM 1 East Main Street AUBURN Annex Conference Rm 1 WASHINGTON 2nd Floor MINUTES CALL TO ORDER PUBLIC PARTICIPATION The Human Services Committee Meeting scheduled for Monday, October 27, 2025, at 4:00 p.m. was held in person and virtually. ROLL CALL Committee Members present:, Carmen Goers, Erica Tomas, Susan Miller, Amber Lott, Heather Wise Committee Members absent:, David Wright, Ashley Samuel Staff present: Jody Davison, Christina Alexander, Drew Conely AUDIENCE PARTICIPATION A. No requests for accommodation or written comments were received prior to the meeting. AGENDA MODIFICATIONS Staff Member Jody Davison requested the Human Services Committee review the percentage of funding in South King County COC Cities. Auburn commits 0.5% of its annual gross budget to Human Services funding. ANNOUNCEMENTS, REPORTS, AND PRESENTATIONS A. Presentation by Catholic Community Services- Catherine and Rita's House Andrea Mndoza and Stephanie Schmor provided the Human Services Committee with an overview of the organization's services and population served. Staff will organize a tour of Catherine and Rita's House. B. Presentation by Sound Generations Volunteer Transportation Services Phirun Lach from Sound Generations Volunteer Transportation Services Page 45 of 49 provided the Human Services Committee with a presentation giving the overview of the organization's services and population served. APPROVAL OF MINUTES A. Discussion and approval of the October 13th Special Meeting Minutes Motion by Carmen Goers to amend the draft October minutes to correct the spelling of Heather Weiss's last name to Wise. Motion Seconded by Susan Miller. Motion Carried. Motion by Erica Tomas to approve the Amended October 13th Special Meeting Minutes as presented. Motion Seconded by Susan Miller. Motion Carried. ACTION ITEMS A. Discussion of the 2025-2026 surplus grant funding. Motion by Susuan Miller to award Sound Generations Volunteer Transportation Services 2025-2026 Surplus Funding. Seconded by Heather Wise. Motion Carried. SCHEDULE FOR UPCOMING MEETINGS A. The next Human Service Committee Meeting will take place on November 24, 2025 4:00 PM at 1 East Main Street Annex Conference Rm 1, 2nd Floor. ADJOURNMENT There being no further business to come before the Human Services Committee, the meeting was adjourned at 5:03 PM. APPROVED this 24th day of November 2025. Carmen Goers,Human Servies Chair Kent Hay, Director of Human Services Page 46 of 49 CITY OF J\I.JBU1R.ts4 AGENDA BILL APPROVAL FORM WASHINGGTTON Agenda Subject: Meeting Date: Discussion and Approval of the 2nd Amendment of the October 13th November 24, 2025 Special Meeting Minutes Department: Attachments: Budget Impact: Human Services 2025.11.24 - Revised Amended October 13th Meeting Minutes Administrative Recommendation: Background for Motion: Background Summary: Councilmember: Staff: Page 47 of 49 Human Services Committee * Special Meeting CITY OF * * October 13, 2025 - 4:00 PM 1 ATJJ3ljp,j4 East Main Street Annex Conference Rm 2 WASHINGTON 2nd Floor REVISED AMENDED MINUTES CALL TO ORDER The meeting was called to order at 4:02 p.m. in the Auburn City Annex, Conference Rm 2, located at 1 East Main Street, Auburn, WA. ROLL CALL Committee Members present: Chair, Carmen Goers, Committee members, Sue Miller, David Wright, Heather Weiss, Amber Lott, Ashley Samuel Committee Members absent: Erica Tomas Staff present: Human Services Director, Kent Hay, Jody Davison and Christina Alexander APPROVAL OF MINUTES A. It was moved by Committee Member Sue Miller, seconded by committee Member Amber Lott, that the Committee approve the Human Services Committee Meeting minutes for September 22, 2025. Motion Carried. ACTION ITEMS A. Funding priorities for 2026-2027 Motion to re-establish funding focus areas as follows; (1) basic needs and job training, (2) homelessness and housing stability. Motion made by Carmen Goers Seconded by Heather Wise Motion Carried Motion to establish funding priorities for 2026-2027 as noted in the 2024 Needs Assessment as follows; (1) prioritize families with fixed incomes in funding activities, (2) support affordable housing, particularly low-income seniors, (3) help disabled seniors facing costs to age in place, (4) assist with move-in costs and application fees for those experiencing housing instability, (5) increase funding for clean and sober housing Page 48 of 49 programs, (6) support program to assist with home improvement costs and permitting fees. Motion made by Amber Lott Seconded by Heather Wise Motion Carried Motion to re-establish a Tier Ranking System for Human Services Funding applications as follows: Tier 3 = Incomplete applications Tier 2 = Applications that provide critical services but do not focus on Auburn residents but meet the minimum threshold. Tier 1 = Applications that are complete, meet the minimum funding threshold and focus on Auburn residents. Motion made by Carmen Goers Seconded by David Wright Motion Carried SCHEDULE FOR UPCOMING MEETINGS A. The next regularly scheduled meeting of the Human Services Committee is October 27th 2025 at 4:00 pm, located at One East Main, Annex conference room 2 (2nd Floor), Auburn, Wa 98001 ADJOURNMENT There being no further business to come before the Human Services Committee, the meeting was adjourned at 5:06 p.m. APPROVED this 13th day of October, 2025 Carmen Goers Kent Hay Human Services Chair Human Services Director Page 49 of 49